Question Set 15 Flashcards
What farrier tool is used to make a level bearing surface after the hoof has been trimmed?
Rasp
What American breed registry registers Appaloosa horses?
Appaloosa
The general area of the horses body located between the topline and the underline is called what?
The Barrel of the Horse
What should you do before applying fertilizer to a field?
Test the soil with a test kit to determine soil composition/nutrient levels
What are the two main types of adult Strongyles?
Large and small
What horse sport is characterized by spins and sliding stops?
Reining
What is the term for the condition resulting from the presence of organisms in the body that cause health issues or disease?
infection
How many permanent teeth do mares most commonly have?
36
What external parasite lays yellowish white eggs on the legs of the horse?
Bot Fly (Bot)
What are the two most commonly used products designed to protect the horse’s leg during transportation?
Shipping quilts with wraps and shipping boots
The examination performed by a veterinarian for a prospective buyer to evaluate soundness and overall health is called a what?
Pre-purchase exam
How is equine infectious anemia spread between horses?
Transfer of blood (biting insects, surgical equipment, needles, etc.)
What should damp or “heavy” hay not be stored in a barn?
Heat can build up from the moisture in the bale and cause spontaneous combustion.
What common clinical sign of salmonellosis can result in dehydration?
diarrhea
What internal temperature range indicates that a horse is suffering heat exhaustion?
105-109 degrees Fahrenheit
