Weight loss in horses

The first steps and observations to make when your horse is thin.

The article discusses the problem of thinness in horses, highlighting that this condition can have serious consequences and requires careful management. It recommends regular assessment of the horse's body condition using the body condition score, where an ideal condition is scored at 3/5. A lower score, notably 2.5 or less, indicates worrying weight loss.

Several causes of leanness are explored, including inadequate ration, insufficient access to feed, internal parasites, dental problems and underlying disease. Particular attention is paid to feeding, highlighting the importance of adapting the ration to the horse's morphology, weight, physiological condition, lifestyle and work.

The article recommends regular monitoring measures, such as measuring the thoracic perimeter to calculate weight, frequently checking the body condition score, and taking photos to monitor progress. Advice is also given on how to deal specifically with each potential cause of thinness, including ration adjustment, management of dental problems, deworming, and ongoing monitoring.

In conclusion, the article stresses the importance of taking progressive and well-considered measures, starting with the simplest problems, in order to effectively treat leanness in horses.

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Once this protocol has been put in place, we advise you to replenish your horse's flora with Probioguts, especially if you have had a course of deworming.

Fenugreek also offers very good results thanks to its palatability and high nutritional value.

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