Identification Of A Horse Flashcards
All horses should be identified as what?
Individuals
What happens when identifying a foal at birth?
Mares have been known to swap foals, so identification should be as possible after birth. An identification Certificate must be completed for the foal and the mare and a blood sample taken to identify the blood type. This applies to thoroughbred and other registered breeds. Foals when weaned may be branded.
Why is it important for adequate identification in the sale ring?
Adequate identification is needed to protect the buyer from mistaking identity.
What must a race horse need with it?
Every horse must be accompanied to the racetrack with its Certificate of Registration.
Define a Stallion
A male adult horse who is still entire or
un-castrated
(hasn’t been desexed)
Define a Colt
An un-castrated horse under 4 years of age.
Define a Filly
A female under the age of 4.
Define a Mare
A female horse over 4 years of age.
Define a Gelding
A male horse that has been castrated.
Define a Rig
A rig is a male horse that was not gelded correctly due to undescended testies.
How old is a foal?
Young horse under one year old
How old is an Aged horse?
A horse eight years old or older
Define a Weanling
Young horse weaned from its mother.
How old is a Yearling?
A Young horse between one year old and two years old.
How old is a Rising?
A Rising is a horse about to turn one year older.
