[bay_blnd jmpr07]

A member very nicely PMd me concerned about Lucy because of all she's been through.

She said a red bag delivery could be possible. I've read about them but I figured I'd read up on them more.

One article is written by a lady who's friend had two red bag deliveries and after the 2nd one the vet recommended putting the mare on SMZ or Metronidazol 1 month prior to the foaling date.

Even though we don't know when Lucy is due she is starting to bag up(started yesterday) and I figured I'd ask my vet about putting Lucy on them soon...Do you think this is a good idea?

I have a bottle of them already from Fiona's abortion(no, I won't adminster them until I talk with my vet and she gives me a dose)...And Lucy is my free animal at the vet so the med costs aren't bad...

Has anyone had experience with red bags and/or using meds a month prior to foaling to reduce the risk?

(The camera will be up shortly. My bro has to get something for the comp and then it'll be put out in the barn!)

[RosshidSkylark]

no, but i hope that your foal and mare pull through

[BestofPrincess]

the most importent thing with a red bag is being there and being able to open the bag in time. Be prepared if needed to make some one hold Lucky down while you break open the bag, you need to find the star of it, or the soft spot. I have not heard of doing the pills thing, but then again I have not personally delt with a red bag