Irish draught research papers growth rates

[Cluelessblonde]

Hi all,

Not sure if I'm in the right section but here we go... Can someone direct me to research papers and or books on the body growth rates of irish draughts. Physio recommended I take a look and do a bit of research. I have a 3 year old and goes without saying it's going to be slow but I'd actually like to read some scientific papers or books so I actually understand how slow she's growing rather than the normal take it slow if you get me.

Tia

 

[Meowy Catkin]

This is an easy read because it is written in an article style. Skip to page 6 titled 'All Horses of All Breeds Mature Skeletally at the Same Rate'.
http://www.equinestudies.org/ranger_2008/ranger_piece_2008_pdf1.pdf

 

[rextherobber]

I've never found any science on it, so could you share if you do please but? Mine has done most of her growing between 8-10 years.