Elizabeth M. Santschi

Jan 14, 2025 | thehorse.com | Elizabeth M. Santschi |Dipl. ACVS

Q.When do I start my foal on an exercise program? My show jumper just gave birth to a foal a couple of weeks ago, and I want to give him every advantage possible since I have plans for him to be my next jumper. What type of exercise should I start him with, and when? A.An exercise program designed to build muscle mass is not recommended for the first year because the skeletal system of the foal is just not ready to handle a huge amount of muscle. It is still developing.