10 top tips for a slimmer horse
Managing a horse or pony’s condition is vital for his overall health and welfare, says nutritionist Emma Nissler
Photos: Jon Stroud. With thanks to Dodson & Horrell for their help with this feature, dodsonandhorrell.com
Finding the right feeding regime for your horse relies on multiple factors, which means there’s no one-size-fits-all solution for feeding to maintain optimum condition.
For horses who naturally hold their weight well, careful feeding, exercise and management techniques are an important part of reducing calorie intake and achieving and maintaining a healthy bodyweight.
Here are 10 ways to keep a close eye on your horse’s waistline and, therefore, help him stay at a healthy weight this summer.
Our expert
Emma Nissler BSc (Hons), is the Nutritional Manager at Dodson & Horrell. She joined the company in 2021 after completing a degree in equine therapy and rehabilitation at Bishop Burton.