Archives for June 2012

Q: When a mare has a foal, and then is sent to another farm to be bred for the next season, is the foal left back at the farm until the mare returns or does the foal accompany mom in the horse van to the stallions farm ? Is someone assigned to the foal to keep it calm while mom is being bred? Sally Wade Saginaw, MI A:Typically, as long as the stallion is local, the foal will be left at home while the mare is bred. They usually return within a one to two hour period, and someone in the barn will watch them closely while the mare is absent. In our breeding shed we will make concessions for mares that are travelling some distance to be bred and allow them to bring the foal with the mare. Q: Zenyatta has always been a big girl and has packed… Continue Reading

Q: Hello! I know everyone will have horse related questions, so my question will be about the barn cats at Lane’s End. Does Zenny have a favorite cat friend? Kelly Mullin Allentown, PA A: Zenny does have a cat friend! This is Mr. Scraggles, who has been her buddy since she moved to the new barn with 12 Zenyatta. He’s pictured here cuddling up with Alys right outside of Z’s paddock. Fun facts about Mr. Scraggles: He’s the best mouser on the farm, but he doesn’t like to get his feet wet. He’s very social kitty and comes when he’s called. He is partial to a good tummy scratch. On cold days you will find him in the tack room snoozing on the barn laundry. Our Expert Alys Emson Client Management, Lane’s End Alys has been at Lane’s End for fourteen years. She has worked in every division of the… Continue Reading