Exploring horse owners' understanding of obese body condition and weight management in UK leisure horses.

Tamzin Furtado Elizabeth Perkins Gina L Pinchbeck Catherine M McGowanFrancine WatkinsRobert M Christley

Published in: Equine veterinary journal (2020)

This study has provided valuable insight into how owners conceptualise weight and weight management, yielding important information about communicating with owners about weight, tailoring weight management strategies, and promoting positive welfare.

Keyphrases

weight loss
physical activity
body mass index
weight gain
bariatric surgery
body weight
adipose tissue
cross sectional
social media
health information