Daisy has now officially moved into her third trimester and looks the part. Her already round frame is widening and her “baby-on-board” status is clear. She’s eating for 2 now, and even through she is an easy-keeper she has moved to broodmare rations. Higher levels of protein, vitamins and minerals for her her to ensure her growing foal develops strong bones and is ready for April arrival.
Breeding date: May 1, she is currently at ~75% status. This foal is expected to arrive first week of April, 2026. Colt or filly? Grey or bay?
Baby Grey Top is already spoken for, but Daisy is available for a 2027 custom foal. Reach out! Next one could be yours 🙂
Best way to end a busy day
This is the view that brings me back to a peaceful place, and helps all the stress of the day fade away. It’s also my “why”. Why I do what I do, breeding horses as some idea of an insane hobby. Horses are a luxury, no doubt but for those fortunate enough – this is…
Where are they?
As I write this, I know in just a few days I will be exhausted from the work and the worry but right now I am SO ANXIOUS to welcome this year’s foals! I’m ready! I am grateful that their dams are all looking wonderful, in top condition, and having healthy pregnancies. I am thankful…
Goodbye winter, hello Spring!
Tomorrow will be the first day of Spring, and I am longing for sunshine and green fields to welcome this year’s foals. A naughty wind is blowing around some fresh snow, and my resolve to keep riding year round is failing me today. We have frozen crusty snowbanks and footing that isn’t safe, so I…
Shallow Brook Farms 