Equiweigh

11/05/2026

Great results for these guys, with some best ever winter reset weights ❤️⚖️🌾

10/05/2026

More weight checks as these guys move to their summer paddocks ❤️

08/05/2026

It’s growing!!

⚠🌱𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵! 🌱⚠

After a brief reduction in the grass growth rate at the end of April, the recent showers have kicked growth back into business and, with that, we are met with an 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸.❗🐴

I spoke a few weeks ago about nearing 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸, which has historically been this week or next. In 2023, the end of May saw the growth rate reach 101 DM/ha, despite starting the month at 60 DM/ha (we are currently at 68 DM/ha). This saw the growth rate jump 𝟲𝟴% in just a few weeks, and it could happen again! 📈

So far, the average growth rate is around 9% lower than this time last year 𝗯𝘂𝘁 it is predicted that the upcoming forecast will bring more growth (last year, growth rapidly declined). Given historic growth patterns, 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻'𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁. ❌

The North East is second only to the North West in terms of growth rate, with most regions measuring 60 DM/ha or above. 😮

So what options do we have to combat this bumper month?
🏜 Utilise a grass free area
🌱 Invest in a grazing muzzle
🤏 Decrease the area of grazing
🏃Increase in movement

Or a combination of all four!

𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿: the set up you keep your horse in is the dictating factor, and we all need to employ a solution which complements our set up, with welfare as a priority. For example, some may only have an isolated stable to provide grass free relief, whilst others may have a sociable hardstanding or surfaced area. In the first instance, your horse may be better suited to a paddock where they can see their herd mates but still receive a restricted intake. Weigh up the options! ⚖

As ever, we must look out for any of the following:
🦶Footsoreness
🔥Heat (in any amount of feet)
🫠Flexibility/softness in soles of the foot
👁Swelling above the eyes
↔️Shifting of weight from one foot to another
😴 Lethargy
🩺Pulses
🌱Firmness in the neck

We don't need every symptoms, in fact I would take one of these to be a sign for action in this changeable time. It is paramount to check the horse in front of you, assess their body condition and weight. Is their weight more or less than this time last year?

Laminitis is the second biggest reason for euthanasia, it's time we took it seriously!

𝗛𝗼𝘄'𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴?

06/05/2026

Great to catch up with these guys last week to check pre summer weights ❤️🌾⚖️

05/05/2026

Home turf for our spring checks as we move the horses onto their summer paddocks (gradually) ❤️🌾⚖️

04/05/2026

I have the upmost respect for anyone who runs a track livery! I’ve been visiting these guys for nearly 3 years and the attention to detail for each and everyone one of them is second to none! Old, young, little, large - bespoke feeding plans too!
❤️🌾⚖️

03/05/2026

A busy few days catching up with revisits! A quick check for these guys on Friday before they move to summer fields ❤️⚖️🌾

29/04/2026

Limited spaces available….
These are amazing clinics where both horse and rider get bespoke tuition, small friendly groups with amazing food too! You can stay onsite ❤️

21/04/2026

Meet the gorgeous Kitty, she’s been in my life for just over 13 years and one of the first to go on the Weighbridge back in 2023, today she moves to her new home with her lovely owner and fitting that she came in with her best weight ever last week ❤️ Looking forward to visiting you in your new paddock paradise - Forage, Friends and Freedom 🌾⚖️❤️.

19/04/2026

Headed east today to make some new friends with the Weighbridge,
they all behaved beautifully ❤️⚖️🌾

19/04/2026

A first for me yesterday when I was asked to talk about my nutrition journey with Equiweigh.. great to spend time with very likeminded people putting horse welfare and the heart of everything ❤️
We talked Body Conditioning, Feeding a balanced diet, Managing weight and shared some useful tips and tools!
Also got to spend time with these handsome fellas too ❤️⚖️🌾