Having treated the joint infection in several foals, she knew how to deal with the problem. The moose went home after two weeks, recovering well, she said. Clinical faculty briefed volunteers at an orientation early in January, introducing them to as many clinical staff as possible. The training is important. Coordinators pair a novice with an experienced volunteer for the first few times, and not just for the sake of the foals.
Students usually share a stall with a foal's full-sized, very anxious mother.
While most mares trust humans, Traub-Dargatz said, having one looking over your shoulder as her offspring struggles requires both competence and confidence on the part of the volunteer. Someone may only pay for a calf's care up to the animal's value but often will spend more on care for horses that, like a dog or cat, share a special bond with humans. We see horses in here whose treatment bills far exceed the animal's dollar value. With horses, especially foals, there are often values besides money that matter to people. This page has been accessed 189 times.