27 July 2023
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Fit Not Fat
Equine obesity is a major welfare problem affecting millions of horses, ponies and donkeys around the world. Your Horse is on a mission to trim those waistlines and boost fitness levels. It could be life saving!
You’ll find all the latest advice on body condition scoring, identifying weight gain, encouraging weight loss, effective exercises to burn calories and lots, lots more below, empowering you with the knowledge and skills you need to help your horse, pony or donkey be #FitNotFat.
We know that as an owner and rider you simply want the best for your horse and that starts with preventing him or her becoming overweight, which is why we’re here to help.
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20 July 2023
This is how to body condition score a horse or pony
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3 July 2023
Why saliva is key to preventing gastric ulcers in your horse
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26 June 2023
Cut calories not nutrients: How to provide a balanced diet for your horse while watching their weight *PROMOTION*
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15 June 2023
Sugar in grass: when levels are at their highest and lowest, plus how to control a horse’s intake
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24 May 2023
Fit or fat? Put your knowledge to the test with body condition photo quiz
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16 May 2023
The ultimate guide to grazing muzzles
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14 May 2023
Why hacking is so good for fitness – plus how to track improvements
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30 April 2023
How strip grazing works
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8 April 2023
What to do if your horse is carrying extra weight in spring
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26 March 2023
Concerned about your horse’s weight heading into spring? Vet offers advice