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Normal vital signs

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Temperature, pulse and respiration: what is normal for an adult horse and a foal.

TemperatureHeart rateRespiratory rate
Adult horse98–101.5°F24–44 beats/min8–24 breaths/min
Newborn foal99–102°F60–100 beats/min20–40 breaths/min

If you are ever unsure, or have questions when taking your horse’s vital signs, please contact your veterinarian.

Normal vital signs, from Cascadia Equine