Is my horse the ideal weight before the spring grass?- Inc Piccies!

[silvershadow81]

Ive tried to keep Gem really fit over the winter (she prefers the softer ground so we try to make the most of it!) and because of her age (20) I also want to prevent her from having to carry too much weight.

I was just wondering if you thought she looked the right weight for a horse her age about to be put onto a field with rich spring grass?

Here she is (i think i was holding the camera a little wonky!)
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Not sure if she needs to be lighter??

It wont take her long to expand on the grass... though this year she wont be out 24/7 like last year when she got quite tubby!

I would appreciate any comments!

 

[FinkleyAlex]

mine is in about the same condition as yours, you can faintly see the ribs, I'd say she is a 3 in most places so I wouldn't be too worried, maybe just use a weigh tape to monitor his weight through spring!

 

[silvershadow81]

FinkleyAlex- is your about the same age too?

 

[AmyMay]

Looks good to me. I wouldn't want to see it any lighter.

 

[lowbardon]

she look just right,i wouldnt want to see her lose any more weight.

 

[Skhosu]

looks just right, wouldn't want her losing any more

 

[silvershadow81]

Thats all good news. Thanks everyone! I do worry about her so it is always so good to get your expert opinions! xx