Body Weight

With the changes in seasons and therefore, vegetation changes, the horse doesn't have the same amount and/or quality of food available to it all year round. At the end of the growing season, the horse should be at its fullest or 20% heavier than its average weight, while at the end of winter, the horse should be 20% lighter than its average weight.

The horse's metabolism ensures that fat is deposited during the summer so that it can be used in the colder months. It is important that these fat reserves are used so the horse's metabolism can stay at a healthy norm.