Safety
When grabbing the horse from a stall or pen what should you always do after you lead them out ?
Close the gate behind you .
Should you wrap the lead rope around your hands ?
No ! If the horse pulls back it will squeeze your hand and hurt it really bad .
When riding on a hot day what is something you should have with you ?
Water to stay hydrated .
What may a horse do when it's scared?
Run away , bucking or rearing and they could start biting.
The most dangerous place to stand around a horse is where ?
Directly in front and directly behind them (blind spots for the horse).
Horses can see almost all the way around their bodies except for where?
Directly in front of them and directly behind them .
Standing right in front of a horse is it safe or not safe ?
Not safe !
What is the most important piece of safety equipment for a rider?
A helmet .
When a horse's ears are pinned back, what does that mean?
Either the horse is angry, or something is wrong.
Is going up to a horse from the side safe or not safe?
Safe!
What should you always ask someone's permission for around horse's ?
To feed the horse anything or touch them .
Should you have your hands full when you're holding a horse ?
No, you never know what's going to happen, so you need your hands free just in case you need to react quickly
What footwear should you always wear when around your horse?
boots ,or closed-toe shoes! So if the horse accidentally step's on your feet your feet will be protected.
When a horse's ears are moving back and forth, what does that mean?
They are listening to you and things around them.
Running up to a horse is it safe or not safe ?
Not safe!
When approaching a horse what things should you do so you don't startle them?
Talk to them ,touch them, make your presence known .
Staying aware of your surroundings at all times is that something you should or shouldn't do?
Should do! Knowing your surroundings is always good so that you and your horse stay safe .
When riding horses, what is something good to keep in the trailer just in case something goes wrong?
A first aid kit.
When a horse's eyes are wide open, and you can see white what does that mean?
It means they are aware,nervous and can be stressed.
When a horse is acting up or has its ears pinned should you continue to go up to it and pet the horse?
No, it can stress the horse out more if you add the pressure on. That is the horse's way to communicate that he's mad and doesn't want the attention right now.
Why should you never run around a horse ?
Because it may spook them and that could lead to a dangerous scenario.
When turning a horse around while leading them what way should you turn the horse ?
Away from you.
Why do you wear proper gear around horses ,Such as boots, a helmet, and long pants?
To protect yourself .Because horses have a mind of their own and could hurt you badly if you don't wear the correct gear.
when a horse lowers thier head to the ground and sighs that's a sign of what
Relaxation,calm,happy,and feels good
When leading a horse ,what side should you be on ?
The left side!