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How Do You Know if Your Horse is Overweight?

Name: Ask the Vet - How do you know if your horse is overweight?
Uploaded: 09/21/2016 19:22:23
Description: Watch Dr. Lydia Gray explain how horse owners can assess whether their horse is at a healthy weight. Dr. Gray discusses tools, such as the Henneke Horse Body Condition Scoring System, to tell if your horse is overweight. She also highlights the importance of keeping a journal to record your horse's weight and discuss these measurements with your veterinarian.

Updated September 3, 2025

Watch Dr. Lydia Gray explain how horse owners can assess whether their horse is at a healthy weight. Dr. Gray discusses tools, such as the Henneke Horse Body Condition Scoring System, to objectively answer if your horse is overweight. She also highlights the importance of keeping a journal to record your horse's weight and discuss these measurements with your veterinarian.

SmartPak Equine, LLC strongly encourages you to consult your veterinarian regarding specific questions about your horse's health. This information is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, and is purely educational.