A horse’s body condition can influence the type of feed required. Some horses maintain weight easily, while others may require additional calories or specialized feeding strategies.

Underweight Horses

Horses that struggle to maintain condition may require feeds with higher energy and balanced nutrition to support healthy weight gain.

Recommended feed types:
• Conditioning horse feeds
• High energy feeds
• Fibre-rich feeds with added calories

Ensure horses also have access to quality hay or pasture and introduce feed changes gradually.

Hard Keepers

Some horses naturally burn more energy and require additional feed to maintain condition.

Recommended feed types:
• Energy-dense feeds
• Conditioning feeds
• Balanced performance feeds

Feeding amounts may need to be adjusted depending on workload and pasture availability.

Easy Keepers

Easy keepers maintain weight easily and may gain weight quickly if overfed.

Recommended feed types:
• Low starch feeds
• Fibre-based feeds
• Balanced mineral supplements if needed

Care should be taken to avoid overfeeding and maintain appropriate body condition.

Overweight Horses

Overweight horses may require a controlled feeding approach to maintain a healthy weight.

Recommended feeding approach:
• Fibre-based feeds
• Low energy feeds
• Carefully managed portions

Gradual dietary adjustments and regular exercise may help maintain a healthy condition.

Important Feeding Advice

Feeding recommendations are intended as general guidance only and may not suit every horse. Feeding requirements vary depending on the horse’s age, workload, health, and pasture availability.

If you are unsure which feed is suitable for your horse, please contact the team at Trent’s Discount Animal Supplies.

Phone: 0451 023 115
Email: info@trentsdas.com