VERSAILLES, KY — (April 11, 2016) Zenyatta delivered her fourth foal last night, April 10. She broke water at approximately 9:00 pm and foaled at 9:24 pm, delivering a handsome bay colt by War Front. We are just enamored with him, and so is Zenyatta.
For the most part Zenyatta’s foaling was uneventful and by the book, however the foal was born meconium stained. Meconium staining is an occasional event at foaling in which aspiration can occur, irritating the lungs. As a precaution and on the recommendation of the attending veterinarians, both mare and foal were taken to the clinic for close observation and treatment.
Zenyatta is bright and alert and is in excellent health following the foaling. She and her foal are in good spirits and developing a strong bond. As always, she is a great mother. Currently the foal can stand and move around the stall with minimal assistance. The pair will stay at the clinic where they will get the best possible care and attention. The foal will be watched closely for 48 hours for any changes. If he continues to do well, both Zenyatta and her foal will be able to return to the farm shortly.
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the Lane’s End staff, veterinarians and everyone who provided such excellent care for Zenyatta and her new colt.
Team Z
Ida Lee
Beautiful ….
judyhughes
Thank you thank you for letting us know that precious baby boy is here safely. What a beautiful face.
Jane Raymond
Thank you for posting, and for such care, everyone! He’s beautiful!
♥ Auntie Judy aka JAG / So. CA ♥
❤ Ann & Jerry
I do believe at approximately 8 a.m. PDT there was a deep sigh heard around the world! I was one of the many, many, many Aunties exhaling LOL Thank you for sharing your Zenny with us all these years. It really means so much to us!!
Dear Zenyatta ❤
You make my heart swale with so much LOVE. You are truly one of God’s most loving mothers. May God continuing to bless you and your sweet Prince 3.
HugZ to both of you XO Auntie Judy ❤
p.s. Lane’s End, thank you for the excellent care you give our Queen Zen.
Catherine Uher
So excited to see he’s finally here!!! Oh, and look at those ears!!! He’s simply adorable and can’t wait to learn more about him…how much he weighed and of course to see how both of them are doing. I love his blaze!!! Thank you to the entire Team Z for everything you do for Zenyatta’s fans and for continuing to share her and her (now 3!) boys with all of us!!! We are very lucky and blessed that you let us into the Z family!!! Lots of hugs and kisses to my beloved Zenyatta and her new baby boy!!! ????????????
Annie
Congratulations to all ! The new prince is sooo cute!!!!
Shiloh63
Congratulations to Zenyatta, Team Z, and Lanes End!
Blessing to everyone for this beautiful colt and his beloved Mother.
Leslie R.
Congrats to Zenyatta and Team Z!!! He’s gorgeous and so precious! I’m keeping good thoughts and hoping he and Zenyatta can return home very soon.
Thanks for the update and the pix! They are greatly appreciated and I eagerly await the next update!
Hugs to all,
Leslie
Ann NC
Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy!
Welcome beautiful baby boy…MWAH.
Congrats, Team Z. Looking forward to his return to the farm. Glad Zenny is well and baby will be chasing her before we know it.
Carol
Congratulations Momma Z! XOXOXO ?
Jo johnson
Hugs to all of you. May all go well at the clinic we have the best here in Kentucky.
Isaiah 40:31 but they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings as eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint
Praise the Lord
Patty Mongan
Dear Zenny…So very happy that you and your new boy are well and I am sure you will be back at the farm and enjoying Spring time very soon.
Your boy is beautiful and I’m sure everyone is very proud.
Melann Johnston
He looks so small!! How much he weigh?? Thank you so much for sharing Zenny’s life after the track with us!! We always look forward to her babies!! Foal watch 2016 was long but fun!!!
Paula Higgins
These pictures make me want to cry. Just beautiful mother and foal. Ann is right there with them and that warms my heart. So glad they are at the hospital where they can get immediate treatment if needed. Please keep us updated as much as possible. Congratulations everyone on our beautiful new boy/colt.
sue/Va
Dear Zenny, My thoughts and prayers are with you and 16Z as we celebrate his arrival.
You will always own a piece of my heart and I am thankful you have the Mosses as owners.
I can hardly wait to see pictures of you and your little one racing around the paddock.
Kisses on both your soft noses…
Sue
Joan
He’s beautiful. I’m so happy for Zenyatta and her human family and all us fans. Wishing him good health and a happy life. Congratulations to Zenyatta and her team!
Mary Jo Gardner
Can I quit biting my nails now??!
Glorijeaaninoc
So beautiful, I hope he’ll be ok. Glad they get to stay together. Thank goodness. And congratulations Team Zenyatta!
Roxanne Cook
Amazing! Zenyatta looks amazing; the colt looks bright-eyed and amazing; and all of you at Lane’s End are just beyond amazing for keeping us posted and sharing this news and photos with us. Thank you from the Santa Cruz mountains in California.
Kathleen Richuso
Good job Mom Z, such a beautiful colt. Thank you vets and staff for taking care of them.
Pam
Thank you for the exceptional photos and of course, the GREAT news! So happy that Zenny’s baby boy decided to make his appearance.
Will be saying prayers that Mom and Son are home soon and out romping in the warm sunshine!
Congratulations to Zenny and War Front on their beautiful colt!
Liz
He looks like momma!!
whinny4me
ZENYATTA SPECIAL LADY
BEAUTIFUL COLT WITH A SPECIAL MOTHER
GOD BLESS YOU BOTH
REACH FOR THE STARS AND THE FINISH LINE
SPECIAL BOY – YOU HAVE A MOTHER IN A ZILLION!!
PEACE AND HAPPINESS ALWAYS
Maryann Lane
He looks like the image of his mom. Does he have polka dot socks too?
Highly anticipated and much loved. Welcome to the world Prince 16Z.
Jan
Such a miracle – congratulations to mom, the baby is beautiful. Good luck to both of them and thank for the vet care they both received.
Elizabeth in Oregon
What an adorable little guy! He looks so much like his wonderful mother right down to her distinctive ears. Thanks for the photos and details. Best wishes to the Mosses. Ann Moss looks as happy as Zenyatta. :-)
Patti Dohm
Oh we are so happy for Zenyatta her lovely foal. Thank you for these pictures I can imagine your excitement. Everyone who loves Zenyatta shares in the wonderful news. He is gorgious!
shirleeinindy
Just saw on Bloodhorse.com that they were leaning toward sending Zenny for another date with War Front. Mike Cline the farm manager was quoted as saying this as well as how pleased they were with Z Princess. Also, said Zenyatta was in excellent health and little Z16 seemed healthy but they wanted him at the clinic in case of a problem.
Crystal Harrison
So thankful that Zenyatta has delivered her dear son. Bless both their hearts. Will keep watching for photos and videos. :) ♥
Lanie Johnson
So thankful all went well! Isn’t he just beautiful?? He looks so sweet…..thanks to all there who helped her and are keeping an eye on everything. You people ROCK!!!!!