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What is the primary reason for grooming a horse?
From which side should a handler always approach and lead a horse?
Which action is crucial for ensuring safety while grooming a horse?
When grooming, which part of the horse should be groomed in the direction of hair growth?
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Which tool is typically used to pick a horse's feet?
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Which grooming action helps loosen dirt and massaging the skin and muscles?
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What should be maintained while approaching a horse for handling?
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Which color describes a horse with a reddish body and a mane and tail the same or lighter shade than its coat?
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What is the term for a male horse that is under four years of age?
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In horse handling, what is a common technique to ensure the horse does not try to escape during an examination?
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Which term refers to a castrated male horse, regardless of age?
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What is the walking gait of a horse classified as?
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Which type of hay is distinguished by its bright green color and coarse stems?
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Which breed of horse would be categorized as having a light gold body with a white mane and tail?
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What does the term 'putting down' refer to in equine terminology?
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What is the primary purpose of using a soft brush on a horse?
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Which method is recommended for cleaning a horse's nostrils and eyes?
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What is a critical consideration when performing an equine physical examination?
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What behaviour might indicate a horse feels threatened?
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Which tool is best for detangling a horse's mane?
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Which of the following is a safe approach when managing horses?
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What behaviour is a sign of a horse's willingness to bite?
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How should you begin to untangle a horse's tail?
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Study Notes
Equine Colors
- Bay: Brown body with black mane, tail, and points on legs.
- Chestnut: Reddish body, no black; mane and tail match the body coat.
- Gray: Horses have black skin with a mix of white and dark hairs.
- White: Represents albino horses.
- Dun: Light brown body with black points and a dorsal stripe.
- Palomino: Light gold body with a white mane and tail.
- Buckskin: Gold body with black mane, tail, and points.
Common Equine Terms
- Foal: Newborn horse.
- Colt: Male horse under four years old.
- Filly: Female horse under four years old.
- Stallion: Intact male horse over four years old.
- Mare: Female horse over four years old.
- Gelding: Castrated male horse of any age.
- "Putting down": Refers to euthanasia.
- Floating teeth: Filing of teeth.
Equine Gaits
- Walk: Four beats.
- Trot: Two-beat diagonal.
- Canter: Three beats.
- Gallop: Rapid, four-beat gait.
- Pace: Both legs on the same side move simultaneously.
Horse Nutrition
- Hay types at New Bolton Center:
- Timothy: Light green, grass-like hay.
- Alfalfa: Bright green, leafy hay with coarse stems.
- Owners may provide their own labeled feed.
Equine Handling
- Approach calmly while assessing horse's mood through ear position, tail, and nostrils.
- Always lead from the horse's left side.
- Grooming benefits include muscle maintenance, improved circulation, and comfort.
Grooming Techniques
- Systematic grooming promotes confidence and trust in horses.
- Maintain safety by holding halter and staying close when passing behind.
- Use proper methods for grooming sensitive areas and do not tie horses without a quick-release knot.
- Groom in the direction of hair growth and be diligent about cleaning brushes.
Equine Restraint
- Essential for performing safe and meaningful examinations.
- Restraint minimizes risk of danger from kicking, biting, rearing, or striking.
- Safety is paramount; prioritize welfare over the examination tasks.
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