Parts of the horse
Where is the poll located on the horse?
In between the ears?
Reddish-brown with black points, such as on their mane, tail, lower legs, and ear tips.
Bay
How many inches are in a 'Hand' (measurement)?
4 inches
An American breed of horse that excels at sprinting short distances. Its name is derived from its ability to outrun other horse breeds in races of 1⁄4 mi or less.
Quarter Horse
What is the English piece of tack that attaches to the saddle to hold it in place on the horse?
Girth
What is the hair between the ears called?
The forelock
Reddish-brown to dark brown-red, manes and tails that are the same color or lighter than their bodies.
Chestnut
What side of the horse should you mount from?
HINT: also called the near side
The left side
An American horse breed best known for its colorful spotted coat pattern.
Appaloosa
What part of the saddle does the rider rest their feet in?
Stirrups
A horse's height is measured at the ______ , the point at which the horse's neck meets the back.
The withers
Yellow, gold, or cream coat color, and a white or silver mane and tail.
Palomino
What is the maximum number of hands that a pony can be?
14.2 hands
A horse breed developed for horse racing. ________ are considered "hot-blooded" horses that are known for their agility, speed, and spirit.
Thoroughbred
Which piece of tack goes in the horse's head while a rider is riding?
The bridle
The _____ refers to the entire mouth area of a horse, including the lips, nostrils, and the front part of the face.
Muzzle
Light, golden tan to a rich, dark shade with black points. DOES NOT have a dorsal stripe.
Buckskin
A young female horse, under 3 years in age
A filly
A breed of horse with a distinctive head shape and high tail carriage. It is one of the most easily recognizable horse breeds in the world. It is also one of the oldest modern breeds.
Arabian
Snaffle, pelham, slow twist, full cheek, Dr. Bristol, and gag are a few types of what part of a bridle?
What is the hard, scaly growth on the inside of a horse's legs called?
The chestnut
The head, mane, tail, and lower legs are solid-colored, and the body is a mix of white and other colored hairs
Roan
How many teeth does a horse have?
A. 20-24
B. 32-35
C. 36-44
D. 58-62
C. 36-44
A breed of horse that combines the conformational characteristics of a western stock horse with a pinto spotting pattern of white and dark coat colors.
American Paint
A piece of tack used to control a horse's head and neck position. It's a strap that attaches to the girth and bridle and passes between the horse's forelegs.
Martingale