HOW MUCH DOES A HORSE WEIGH?

A horse’s weight is dependent on its size, breed, and workload. Knowing your horse’s ideal weight is crucial to meeting their nutritional needs.

ESTIMATE THE WEIGHT OF YOUR HORSE WITH OUR QUICK CALCULATOR

Accurately assessing your horse’s weight is crucial for determining proper feeding requirements and monitoring overall health and condition. The most precise method is using a scale, but if that’s not available, the Ranvet Horse Weight Calculator provides an easy and reliable alternative.

Simply measure your horse’s heart girth and body length as illustrated, then enter these numbers into the fields below to estimate your horse’s weight. This quick calculation helps ensure your horse receives the best care possible.

CALCULATOR

Please choose the unit of measurement:

Heart Girth (cm):

Body Length (cm):

Age Category:

Step 1: Measure your horse’s heart girth

Measure your horse’s heart girth (circumference) by running the tape measure all the way around your horse 10cm (4″) behind its front legs.

Step 2: Measure your horse’s body length

Measure your horse’s body length from the point of the shoulder to the point of the buttock in a straight line.

The Ranvet Horse Weight Calculator is designed solely as a weight estimation tool and may not account for different horse body types.

Ranvet is not responsible for any inaccuracies in the estimated weight of your horse or any issues resulting from the use or misuse of this online tool.