Breeds
What are two defining features of the Arabian horse?
Dished face and high tail carriage.
What is biosecurity?
Practices used to prevent the spread of disease.
What happens to a gray horse as it ages?
It gets lighter overtime
What tool is used to clean out hooves?
Hoof Pick
What is the term for filing down horses teeth?
What is unique about Saddlebreds’ movement?
They can have 3 or 5 gaits.
What should be cleaned regularly to reduce disease risk?
Equipment, stalls, and water buckets.
What are corn spots?
Dark spots where a roan was injured.
What happens if horses are not trimmed regularly?
Lameness or injury
Every year
What breed is used mainly for harness racing?
Standardbred
What is the Chlorine to Water ratio to clean things?
1:10
What gene causes colors to appear lighter or diluted?
The dilute gene.
What is laminitis?
Inflammation of the lower leg.
What is a sign of dental problems in horses?
Dropping food or difficulty chewing.
What breed has a spotted coat, striped hooves, and visible sclera?
Appaloosa
What is one key rule when working around multiple horses?
Wash hands and maintain cleanliness.
What are the five base coat colors?
Black, chestnut, bay, brown, and white.
How often should hooves be trimmed?
4-8 weeks
What are “wolf teeth” in horses?
Small extra teeth that may interfere with the bit.
What makes Quarter Horses powerful?
Compact, muscular build.
What are the 2 types of vaccinations?
Core and Risk Based Vaccines
What is Rabicano?
Roaning that forms stripes, not true roan.
What can cause cracks in the hoof wall?
Dry conditions, poor nutrition, or injury.
What type of teeth do horses have that continue to grow throughout their life?
Hypsodont teeth.