Obesity in horses

Obesity in horses, like in humans, is a growing problem. In particular, the austere breeds of horses and ponies quickly become overweight due to their efficient use of energy. Obesity poses a major health risk and it is therefore important to prevent your horse from becoming overweight or to ensure that it regains a healthy weight.

Is my horse overweight?
A horse or pony is too fat when the ribs are not easily felt with the flat of the hand. At a healthy weight, the ribs are just barely visible, but can be felt. If the horse or pony is seriously overweight, fat pads develop around the withers and tail and fat is stored in the manes, which can therefore feel quite hard. A large belly size does not necessarily mean that the horse is too fat or heavy. The size of the belly is largely determined by the intestinal filling (with roughage), the abdominal muscles and the build of the horse. A pony, for example, is naturally more abdominal than most horses.

• Too much energy or concentrate
• Grazing in a meadow with lots of fresh grass
• Roughage with high energy value
• A lack of exercise
• Metabolic problems, such as insulin resistance.

Are you curious how Sensipharm Obesity Stop can help your horse or pony with excess weight? Or do you find it difficult to choose the right product, please contact us directly so we can advise you!