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STAGE 1
During the first stage of labour, uterine contractions begin and the foal in the uterus turns from lying on its back to lying on its stomach with its head between its two front legs.
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Title: HORSE SENSE: The three stages of labour
A mare's parturition or labour is divided into three stages. Here is how to recognise the signs
https://www.theirishfield.ie/horse-sense-the-three-stages-of-labour-345057
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