Horse Care Basics
What side do you lead a pony from?
Left Side
Which direction do you wrap a horses leg?
The velcro faces toward the horse's tail on the outside
What side do you mount on?
Left Side
How do you pass a rider going the oppisate direction than you?
Left shoulder to left shoulder
What does IEA stand for?
Interscholastic Equestrian Association
What are the steps to grooming a horse?
Curry, Hard brush,Soft brush, Hoof pick
What bones are in the horse's front legs?
Humerus, Scapula, knee bones, cannon bone, P1, P2, Coffin
What equitment do you need to tack a horse up?
Saddle, Bridle, Saddle Pad, Girth
How many strides is a line that measures 72ft?
5 strides
What divisions are in IEA
Walk Trot, Beginner (flat) , Novice (x-rails), Intermediate (2ft), Open (2'6)
What do you put around a horses head to lead them?
Halter
How do you treat scratches on a horse?
Krudzapper or other scartches medication. Soften them up without making them bleed. Less water the better.
When you trot, you stand up when the outside leg goes forward. What is this called?
Diagonal
How many beats does the canter have?
3
What is IEA judged on?
Equitation
What kind of wrap would you use on a swollen leg?
Standing Wrap
What vaccines do horses receive?
Strangles, Rabies, Tetanus, Botulism, Potomic Horse Fever, Encephalitis, West Nile Virus, Flu, Rhino, EHV
When you canter, the front inside leg moves the farthest out. What is this called?
Lead
What bits are allowed in the Hunter Ring?
Snaffles, Kimberwicks, Pelhams
What should you not wear in a live draw?
Gloves
What is a normal horse's temperature?
99-101
What percentage of their body weight do horses eat a day?
2%
What gait is this? Right front, Right Hind, Left Front, Left Hind
Walk
What are the five rein aids?
Opening, Direct, Indirect, Pulley, Neck
How long has Gwyn Meadows Farm had an IEA Team?
5 years