how much should a 1 year old draft/quarter mix weigh!!
and if you don't know then how much should a 1 year old draft weigh?
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I'd estimate it at around 750lb, Kinda depends on how many hands your colt/filly is. Even gender might be a small factor. Also the type of draft horse would help a whole lot. If he's part Welsh = short stocky. Belgian = tall Stout not as bulky. Even the quarter horse varies. Usually their 14.8 - 15.1, 2 if your lucky. A fully grown Welsh/Qtr @ 15.2 hds %26lt; > 1,000 -1,100lb. The Belg/Qtr @ 16.5 hds %26lt; > 1,300+. This question is good but it needs more info.
a one year old draft mix is growing so depending on how mane hands tall the horse is he shoul weigh between 500lb to 1000lb. he should almost weigh close to the amount when he is full grown but it is ok if he weighs a little more or less its ok hes still growing.
This varies greatly from horse to horse. Most likely between 750 and 1100 pounds depending on the draft breed used in the cross, the size of parents and other progenitors, and care/feed.
Don't worry about how much the horse weighs as long as he is in good body condition. You should be able to feel ribs, but not see them unless the light is right, and practice will let you tell at a glance if a horse is at the correct weight taking into consideration build, time of year, conditioning, etc.. If you think your horse may be too heavy or too thin, here's a website to help you learn if he's at the correct weight:
http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/live...
Here's a site with some information on finding an accurate weight on your horse: http://www.equisearch.com/horses_care/he...
A healthy 1 year old draft usually weighs between 700-1200 lbs. Your horse should weigh about the same, maybe less because of the quarter horse in it. Good luck!
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