Anatomy
Gait
Equipment
Breed
Illnesses
100
Where is the bridge of a horse?
Number 3
100
In the canter, where should you lead the horse in a show?
Inside of ring
100
What are the two most common types of saddles?
Western and English
100
What horse originated in Scotland, is a draft horse, has feathering on its feet, and is usually bay with white markings?
Clydesdale
100
Can horses get the flu?
Yes
200
What two parts of the horse does the saddle make contact with?
The back and barrel
200
What is a cause of a movement defect?
Improper size of rider for a horse
200
Is the hollow mouthpiece an example of a snaffle or a curb?
Snaffle
200
What breed is originally from Scotland, is one of the oldest breeds, and comes in a wide variety of colors?
Shetland Pony
200
How is Equine Encephalomyelitis spread?
Mosquitoes
300
What is number 36 on this diagram?
The Crest
300
Name three movement defects
Forging, padding, pound, rolling, etc.
300
Which mouthpiece is more comfortable? Thick or thin?
Thick
300
What horse has a stock-type conformation, intelligence, and willing attitude that makes them great for pleasure riding, ranch work, and showing.
American Paint Horse
300
Why is it especially bad for a mare to get Rhinopnemonitis?
It causes abortions in mares.
400
What are the chestnuts on a horse? (Hint: not on the chest)
A calloused rub point above the knee
400
Describe a pace
Fast lateral two beat gait which front and hind feet on the same side start and stop, feet rise very little above ground
400
Which type of bit is most commonly used for younger horses?
Keys
400
What breed originated in India in the 12th century, came from selective breeding causing speed and stamina, and is very protective of their riders?
Marwari Horse
400
What are the symptoms of strangles?
Sore throat and abscess of lymph nodes
500
Why are the cannon bones important?
They are the main bones used for the explosive movement of a running horse
500
Describe the difference between a canter and gallop.
Gallop: 4-beat gait, hooves hit ground separately
Canter: 3-beat gait, 2 diagonal legs are paired
500
What are the three main purposes of a bit?
1. Controlling the head
2. Sending cues to the horse
3. Pressure points
500
What breed is a descendant of the colonial Spanish horse, found only in South Carolina, started in the 1500's, and is mostly solid colored.
Carolina Marsh Tacky
500
What is tetanus commonly known as?
Lock Jaw