The big issue
Mar 24, 2022
4 minutes
EQUINE obesity is widespread and can seriously affect horse welfare. Obesity and the health problems it can cause have been a major recent focus for equine charities, showing organisations and veterinary associations.
There has in that time been encouraging progress, as the equine community has become more aware of the problem, in particular in our native breeds. Initiatives such as #TheWeighToWin, led by The Horse Trust, and other similar measures that reward healthy body condition in the show ring are particularly noteworthy. There are also fantastic online resources to help owners to monitor their horse’s condition, and plenty of advice available to help
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