Question Set 14 Flashcards
What is the name for the leather, rope, or nylon headpiece that is used to control, lead, and tie a horse?
Halter
White markings of the horse are generally categorized into what two groups?
Face markings and leg markings
What is the main use for a close contact saddle?
Jumping
What piece of equipment does a farrier use for leg protection?
Horseshoeing Apron
How far from drinking water wells should manure storage sites be located?
100 ft.
To kill most parasite eggs, manure should be composted for at least two weeks, at what temperature?
145 degrees Fahrenheit
How often should adult horses have their teeth checked?
Yearly
Traumatic arthritis of what joint results in osselets?
Fetlock Joint
What two conformation characteristics are indicative of capacity for reproduction and athletic performance?
Spring of rib and depth of heart girth
What characteristics of the foot must be taken into consideration when fitting shoes?
Functions and movements of the foot.
A horse with a short steep pastern will endure more concussion and is predisposed to what disease?
Navicular Disease
Which teeth are sometimes removed to prevent them from interfering with the bit?
Wolf teeth
The cannon bone is located on what part of the horses body?
The leg
Where is the gaskin located on the horse?
Rear legs
What insect commonly contaminates alfalfa hay?
Blister beetle
