QUESTION:

My horse is thin and needs to gain weight, what should I do?

ANSWER:

If your horse is underweight, you should always review the feed plan to ensure the amount given meets the horse's needs. It may also be necessary to conduct a control analysis of the roughage to ensure it contains the expected level of nutrients. Generally, you should always increase the amount of roughage before increasing the amount of other feeds.

If everything looks good and the horse is still thin (assuming it has been dewormed and is otherwise healthy), supplementing with Linseed Oil can be a good option. Oil is very energy-rich, and the energy it provides is slow-release, which does not make the horse as lively as energy from sugar and starch might.