Terminology
A male horse over 4 years old.
What is a stallion?
This is placed on a horse’s back to ride.
What is a saddle?
This small, strong horse is often used by children.
What is a pony?
This person cares for the health of the Horse, among other animals.
What is a Veterinarian?
On average, a horse has this many legs.
What is four?
A female horse used for breeding.
What is a Mare?
Leather straps placed on a horse’s head to control it.
What is a bridle?
Known for speed, this breed is famous in racing
What is a Thoroughbred?
The caretaker who feeds, cleans, and manages horses daily.
What is a groom?
Horses sleep standing up and also lying down—True or False?
True
The process of cleaning and brushing a horse’s coat.
What is grooming?
This protective piece goes on a horse’s hoof to prevent wear.
What is a horseshoe?
This large, strong horse is commonly used for pulling heavy loads.
What is a Clydesdale (or draft horse)?
A person who trains horses for racing or showing.
What is a trainer?
The average lifespan of a horse is about how many years?
What is 25–30 years?
What is the term for a horse less than 1 year old?
What is a foal?
The tool used to clean a horse’s hoof.
What is a hoof pick?
A spotted coat is common in this American breed.
What is an Appaloosa?
A person who shoes horses.
What is a farrier?
The fastest recorded speed of a horse was over ___ mph.
What is 55 mph?
A horse that has been castrated is called a _______.
What is a gelding?
What is the collective name for all of a horse’s riding gear?
What is tack?
Name the breed known for its endurance in long-distance riding.
What is the Arabian?
This professional evaluates horse behavior and helps correct it.
What is an equine behaviorist (or trainer specializing in behavior)?
Horses are measured in “hands.” One hand equals how many inches?
What is 4 Inches?