Do Drafts Eat More?

Stupid question time!! *grin* Just one of those silly puzzles that plauge the mind.

I am in love with one of the Belgian brothers at Saddlebred Rescue. He is just so gorgeous. He actually looks like my horse meets the Hulk.

My common sense assumptions keep screaming to me YES! but I just wasn't sure.

yeah.

Well of course a Draft normally eats more depending on the size compared to your average horse. I don't really think there are stupid questions here. Don't be afraid to ask. :)

Well, just had to know for sure. I've never owned a draft. Though if I could somehow find a way to hide ol' Titan in the tack room, you know I'd try it....Hehehe. Just kidding of course.

Look at this guy. How cool is he?

I'm a sucker for a draft.

Well, I suppose it does depend on the horse...I've actually read that drafts have a slower metabolism than some of the lighter breeds and that they sometimes require less food as a result. I suppose it depends on the amount of activity the horse does. An idle draft horse may not need much of a different amount than a regular horse...

However, I'd say in general, expect to pay for more food when dealing with drafts.


Because my girl is a senior, I do have to put a lot more food down her way to keep a nice appearance to her. Even as an idle horse, her food demands are large...

By the way, that belgian boy is just gorgeous!!!