Monitoring both body weight and body condition will help keep your horse healthy
F A S T F A C T S
Monitoring both body weight and body condition will
help keep your horse healthy.
Knowing how much your horse weighs is important, but body condition is a key factor in determining how fit they are. Body condition measures the level of both fat and muscle in the horse’s body. In general, a body condition score of 5 is considered good, but there are some cases where a leaner or fatter condition may be desirable. For example, with older horses it may be more beneficial if the horse has a higher score to create a buffer for times of stress and illness. However, if your older horse suffers from arthritis or laminitis, he or she may do better without extra weight.
T I P S A N D T O P I C S
How much does your horse weigh?
It is important to your horse’s health to know how much they weigh. Monitoring your horse’s weight regularly helps you
- Adjust their diet for optimal health and performance.
- Develop an appropriate exercise regimen.
- Spot health problems that cause unexpected weight loss or gain.
- Ensure safe and effective dosing of medication.
There are several methods used to weigh horses. To find the best method that works for you, click here.
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Article written by KPP staff.
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