Nutrition
What is forage
The basic food source for horses, main diet, hay or grass.
How often should a horse be trimmed?
6-8 weeks
What is the way of moving called?
Gait
What does pinned ears mean?
Angry, annoyed, warning
What are common hock problems?
Curbs, bone spavin, bog spavin, thoroughpins
How many gallons of water does a horse need each day?
12 gallons
What are signs horses need to get trimmed?
Cracking, chipping, long toes
What does it mean when a horse is described as green?
An inexperienced horse
How many teeth does the average horse have?
36-44
What is a yeld mare?
An older horse that has not carried a foal this breeding year
Oats, corn, barley, wheat are all examples of
What are grains
What is a common shoeing problem?
Shoes being thrown
Sit deep, close fingers, say whoa
What are some stable vices?
Cribbing, weaving, stall walking, kicking
How many beats are in the trot?
2 beats
Why should horses be fed small, frequent meals?
Smaller meals spread throughout the day prevent colic and digestive problems.
Why are horses shod?
Traction on slippery surfaces or hard ground.
What are rein aids used for?
Reins aid pressure or balance it sets the head
What is the possible condition from overfeeding?
Colic, founder
How many inches are in a hand?
4 inches
What supplements help replace minerals lost through sweat?
Salt and electrolytes
What is thrush?
Fungus/bacteria from wet dirty feet
What does recovery rate mean?
The time it takes for the horses heart rate to return back to normal
What is a sign of lameness?
Head bobbing, not putting pressure on a specific leg, limping
What are the average vitals for a horse?
Temp. 95.5-101, Pulse. 30-45, Resp. 8-16