Fat Horse Slim
There is a worrying trend in the United Kingdom; horses are getting fatter.
At The Blue Cross, 40% of the horses taken in last year were overweight or obese. Some of the ill effects caused by obesity can never be reversed.
Over the years many of us have got used to horses being fatter, the Fat Horse Slim campaign has been designed to help horse keepers understand what is a healthy weight, and how to keep their horse within a healthy range.
Obesity in horsesIt is a natural desire to cherish and care for your pets. The British are known as a nation of animal lovers and sadly love is too often delivered by feeding - by the bucket full! But love alone is not enough. 
How to check the weight of your horseIt is very difficult to know in advance the ideal weight for any horse. Look at our chart to get an idea of your horses ideal weight, learn to body score your horse by watching our film or download the bodyscore chart. 
RED ALERT! My horse is obese!This chapter is for any horse with a body score of 4.5 and above, and laminitics with a body score of 3.5 and above - their health is in serious danger. 
AMBER ALERT! My horse is overweightThis chapter is for horses that are overweight but not at as much risk as Red horses. Any horse at body score 4 or more is overweight. 
GREEN ALERT! My horse is a healthy weightIf you have reduced from an Amber or a Red body score you deserve to be proud of your work, but it can be tricky to maintain a good weight. Read our Do’s and don’ts for successful weight control. 
Get the FAT PACK!The Blue Cross Fat Pack is your essential guide to weight management, containing everything you need to know to keep your horse at a healthy weight. 
