Can a Mare Get Mastitis Before Foaling?

Mares rarely suffer from mastitis but it can occur in maiden mares, barren mares, mares feeding a foal, after the loss of a foal or after weaning.

Can a pregnant mare get mastitis?

Mastitis is considered to be one of the most expensive diseases of large animals and can be fatal in certain cases. It is much more common in cattle than in horses, but lactating mares are still at risk for this painful condition.

Can non pregnant mares get mastitis?

Mastitis, or inflammation of the mammary gland is much more common in dairy cows than in mares. A majority of equine cases occur within 1 to 2 months after a mare has weaned her foal. However, mastitis may occur in mares of any age or reproductive status.