feeding the foal Flashcards

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what is the normal feeding behaviour of the foal?

A

-first, suckle 2-3 hours
-in the first two weeks suckle frequency is 7-8 times per hour
-up to day two intake = 15% of bw
after day 2 intake =25% of body weight to 2.5-3.5%
weight gain - 1-2kg a day

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2
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what is the composition of colostrum?

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  • antibodies (igA, IgG)
  • they fail to absorb these by enterocytes after 24 hours
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3
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What id the composition of mature milk?

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lipids = 12-13 g/kg
protien = 16-21
ash = 3-4
calcium =0.6-0.9
phosphurous = 0.21-0.6
lacose =69

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4
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when is foals fermenting ability established

A

3-4 months

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5
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when will a creep feed need to be introduced to the foals diet?

A

3-4 weeks

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6
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what happens at weaning?

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  • foal should naturally adapt through loss of milk provided that they are given a creep feed and grass before the time of weaning
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