Question Set 1 Flashcards
When viewing from the side, name the two primary structural faults that exist in the knees
Over at the knees (buck kneed) and back at the knees (calf kneed)
In what country did the Hackney originate?
Great Britain
What two pieces of tack are connected by the English Standing Martingale?
Noseband to the Girth
What breed registry is represented by the initials APHA?
American Paint Horse Association
Name two types of horses on which wedge-heeled aluminum shoes are commonly used.
- Hunters, 2. Jumpers, 3. Steep-pasterned pleasure horses
What is the purpose of an anti-sweat sheet?
To wick moisture away from the body after a hard workout
What are retained deciduous teeth called?
Caps
What disease do the initials EPM stand for?
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis
A horse’s “father” is called its what?
Sire
What can be applied with horse shoes to treat sole bruises?
Pads, seated out shoe, frog pressure shoe
What is the purpose of the digital cushion?
To absorb shock
What organization is represented by the initials NHSRA?
National High School Rodeo Association
Name the two most important natural transmitters of equine infectious anemia.
Horse flies, deer flies.
What is the ideal slope of the shoulder?
45 to 50 degrees
What is the purpose of the leather conditioner?
It puts vital oils removed by use and cleaning back into the leather.
A horse’s “mother” is called its what?
Dam
What type of shoes are used on the back feet of reining horses to help the horse execute the sliding stop?
Sliding plates
What structure in the hoof supports the primary weight of the horse?
Hoof wall
Why should shavings from black walnut trees not be used for stall bedding?
Black walnut shavings can cause horses to develop laminitis and founder.
Why should a horse be tied or cross-tied when evaluating it for purchase?
A horse that will not stand tied has limited use and is a risk for injury.
