Equitation
Which of these mistakes is the worst for equitation: Knocking a rail, refusal, losing a stirrup, or breaking?
Refusal
What is the purpose of bell boots?
Protects the bulbs and heels of a horse
Worn to protect horses that overreach
Prevent a horse from pulling off their shoe
How many beats is a walking gait?
4 beats
How many inches are in 1 hand?
4 inches
10-15 gallons
What is the correct position for a rider’s hands in an equitation ring?
Elbows bent and close to the body
What type of martingale do we use on our horses?
Standing martingale
How many beats is a trotting gait?
2 beats
A horse measures more than ___ hands.
14.2 hands
How often should horses see a farrier?
4-6 weeks
A correct line of balance means that what 3 body parts create a straight line?
Shoulder, hip, heel
Which bit gets you the most leverage: full-cheek snaffle, 3-ring, D-bit, Hackamore?
3-ring
How many beats is a cantering gait?
3 beats
What is the average body temperature of a horse?
99-101 F
What shouldn’t you do if your horse is colicking: Give them grain, hand walk, call vet, check vitals?
Give them grain
What description does not illustrate “on the bit”: flexed at the poll, responsive to the rider’s aids, moving with impulsion, head nicely pulled to the chest?
Head nicely pulled to the chest
What type of bit uses curb reins?
Pelham
4 beats
What is the average resting respiratory rate of a horse?
8-15 breaths per minute
What is the average resting heart rate of a horse?
36-40 bpm
Explain how to complete a turn on the haunches.
Name all parts of a bridle (there's 7)
Crownpiece, browband, cheekpieces, bit, noseband, reins, throatlatch
What is the average length of a horse's canter stride in feet?
12 feet
What type of injection is Banamine when given as an injection?
IV (Intravenously)
Which of these do you give your horse if they have an upset stomach: Legend, Banamine, Bute, Depo-Provera?
Banamine