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The reproductive tract of a mare includes two ovaries and a two-horned uterus. Mares reach sexual maturity and begin heat cycles around 12 months of age. The heat cycle in horses is seasonal, ranging from April through October. The estrous cycle varies in length with the average being 21 days. The mare is receptive to breeding during the estrus period, which lasts 5-7 days. With successful breeding, the gestation length of the horse varies from 11-12 months.
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Clinics can become temporarily overloaded and unable to admit patients, so we recommend calling ahead to determine which location is best able to handle your pet’s emergency.
BluePearl Veterinary Partners www.bluepearlvet.com Arden Hills: 763-754-5000 (24/7) Eden Prairie: 952-942-8272 (24/7) St. Cloud: 320-258-3481 (limited availability, call for hours)Blaine: 763-754-9434 (limited availability, call for hours)
Allied Emergency Veterinary Service www.alliedervet.com Minneapolis: 952-521-3030 (24/7)Brooklyn Park: 763-463-9800 (24/7)
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)www.veterinaryemergencygroup.com Maple Grove: 763-363-4869 (24/7)
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