Tack Flashcards
Stirrup
A loop-shaped device with a flat base attached to both sides of a horse’s saddle and used to support a rider’s foot.
Martingale
A strap or set of straps used to prevent a horse from raising its head too high, attached to the reins or noseband.
Rein
A long, narrow strap attached to a horse’s bit and used in pairs to guide the horse when riding.
Saddle
A rider’s seat made from leather, fastened on a horse’s back for riding.
Bit
A metal piece placed in a horse’s mouth to give the rider control, with various types like a snaffle bit.
Blinkers
Small leather screens attached to a horse’s bridle to prevent it from seeing behind or sideways.
Breastplate
A set of straps passing under a horse’s chest to prevent the saddle from slipping backward.
Bridle
Headgear with buckled straps, including a crown piece, cheek pieces, throatlatch, and browband, used to control a horse.
Girth
A band fastened around a horse’s belly to secure a saddle.
Head Collar
A head collar that fastens around a horse’s head and nose for leading or tethering.
Rug
A covering designed to keep a horse warm and dry, fitted to the horse’s size.
Shoe
A piece of steel, aluminum, or plastic that is nailed or glued to a horse’s hooves to protect them from injury.
Horse Boots
Protective boots or wraps worn by horses to prevent trauma to their lower leg or hoof.
Saddle Pad
A pad placed under the saddle on a horse to protect the horses back.
Lead Rope
A rope that can be attached to the head collar to lead or tie up the horse.
