I agree it was a dangerous situation. But whether they left the surcingle undone or it came undone is of little importance. It happened. Mistakes and accidents happen. Had they put the rug on and not had a cam they would have went out in the morning or hours later to a problem. Yes it was...
Tharq I have to disagree. These cams are put up to assist the owners with keeping an eye on their animals, not to provide a reason for criticism. Many, Many lives have been saved because of the live cameras. The more people that post negatively - the more cams that go private.
Everyone...
The foal was not harmed, it was attended to quickly and everything is fine. If you choose to not watch that's your perogative. It's unfortunate that you aren't more open to the ways of others. As I said, we and many barns, have been hands on for years with no ill outcomes. What works for us...
The owners are on hand and are aware.
Please remember that this is their barn and their way of doing things.
With that in mind we are very hands on in our barn as well. We will assist with the foaling of Tilly and all the mares that come through. We towel dry and we remain in the...
Just to clarify, because I am receiving emails questioning this post - the mare on Cam at Mulligans Run Farm (featured on BarnMice) is not the same mare that is quoted in this post.