{"product_id":"k-1700-foalwatch-calcium","title":"CHEMetrics® FoalWatch Mare Calcium Test Kit (20 Pack)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"std secondary-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"559\" data-start=\"141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"216\" data-start=\"171\"\u003eRest Easy with Proven Foaling Prediction.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"219\" data-start=\"216\"\u003e The FoalWatch system uses trusted chemistry to help predict foaling with confidence. By measuring calcium levels in the mare’s colostrum, FoalWatch signals when birth is near—typically when calcium consistently exceeds 200 ppm. Begin testing 1–2 times daily about two weeks before the expected foaling date to eliminate nightly guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"592\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eSimple, Safe, and Complete.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"595\" data-start=\"592\"\u003e No special training required—FoalWatch is easy to use and gentle for your mare. Each kit includes everything needed for 20 tests:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003e20 test ampoules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eTest tube for milk collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eDistilled water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eSyringe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eSample cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eComplete instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"337\" data-start=\"291\"\u003eConfidently Predict Foaling with FoalWatch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"340\" data-start=\"337\"\u003eFoalWatch helps breeders anticipate foaling with precision by measuring calcium levels in mare's colostrum. As calcium rises sharply prior to birth, this reliable, chemistry-based kit offers a safe and easy way to monitor changes and reduce the stress of nightly foal checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"759\" data-start=\"619\"\u003eStart testing \u003cstrong data-end=\"680\" data-start=\"633\"\u003e10–14 days before the expected foaling date\u003c\/strong\u003e (typically days 335–340 of gestation), or when udder enlargement is visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eBegin daily testing until calcium exceeds \u003cstrong data-end=\"815\" data-start=\"804\"\u003e100 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eSwitch to \u003cstrong data-end=\"853\" data-start=\"830\"\u003etwice daily testing\u003c\/strong\u003e once levels reach \u003cstrong data-end=\"883\" data-start=\"872\"\u003e125 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eWhen calcium hits \u003cstrong data-end=\"917\" data-start=\"906\"\u003e200 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e, ~50% of mares will foal within 24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eLevels between \u003cstrong data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"978\"\u003e300–500 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e strongly indicate birth is imminent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1068\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1066\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003eSimple 4-Step Test Procedure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eSTEP 1: Mix 1.5 ml of mare’s milk with distilled water and indicator solution in the sample cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1068\" data-start=\"1033\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eSTEP 2: Snap the tip of the Titret ampoule and immerse it in the sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1068\" data-start=\"1033\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eSTEP 3: Draw and mix until the color changes from orange to blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1068\" data-start=\"1033\" style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eSTEP 4: Invert and read the calcium level directly from the ampoule scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1066\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003eFast, Accurate, and Easy to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eEach ampoule contains vacuum-sealed titrant for rapid, mess-free testing. Reverse titration ensures accuracy without lab equipment. Results appear in just minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1798\" data-start=\"1769\"\u003eImportant Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2141\" data-start=\"1801\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eSafe for mare and foal: testing doesn’t affect colostrum supply or antibody content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eAlways clean and dry the udder before sampling to minimize infection risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eExposure to contaminated fescue or use of \u003cstrong data-end=\"2026\" data-start=\"2011\"\u003edomperidone\u003c\/strong\u003e may impact calcium readings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eFoalWatch is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"2074\"\u003efoaling aid\u003c\/strong\u003e and should supplement—not replace—veterinary care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CHEMetrics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42261859008594,"sku":"K-1700","price":123.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/6099\/files\/big_CHEMetrics_FoalWatch_Test_Kit.png?v=1768690633","url":"https:\/\/ramotrading.com\/products\/k-1700-foalwatch-calcium","provider":"Ramo Trading ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}