Question Set 23 Flashcards
Name the breed know for its many spotted coat patterns, including leopard and blanket.
Appaloosa
Ossification of the lateral cartilages that cause calcium to accumulate and harden are called what?
Side Bones
What area of the horse would you observe to determine if it is cow-hocked?
The Rear Legs
What insect is generally responsible for transmitting West Nile Virus to horses, birds, and humans?
mosquitos
What is the average speed of a horse’s canter?
12 mph
What should be done to protect stream and river banks from trampling?
Fence horses out of stream and river banks
What are the two most important energy-producing nutrients in equine diets?
carbohydrates and fats/lipids
A horse with a positive Coggins test is infected with what disease?
Equine Infectious Anemia
What type of grain processing forces ground grains through a die under pressure and steam heat?
Extrusion (extruded feeds)
What is used to determine the specific fertilizer needs for a pasture?
Soil test
What condition is commonly seen in the cannon bone area of young horses soon after they enter training?
Splints
The very top of the horses head is called the what?
the poll
When properly used this piece of equipment is meant to guide a horse and urge him on, not to abuse, and should never be used in anger.
Crop, whip or jump bat, spurs
What disease does EEE stand for?
Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis (Encephalitis)
What is the common name for the bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus equi?
Strangles
