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Glossary of Terms
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A horse is above the bit when the horse evades the riders aids by raising his head above the level of the rider’s hands. Being above … READ MORE »
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Action refers to the movement of the horse’s legs, such as running, trotting, competing, etc. Viewing a horse in action is helpful to anyone interested in … READ MORE »
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A horse is concered aged when he is more than seven years old. The average lifespan of a horse is 20 to 25 years, although many … READ MORE »
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Aids are signals or cues by which the rider communicates his wishes to the horse. Aids may be natural aids or articial aids. Natural aids include … READ MORE »
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Airs above the ground refer to classical high school dressage movements. Airs above the ground are performed by highly trained horses, where either the front legs … READ MORE »
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The Akhal-Teke is an ancient horse breen from Turkmenistan, north of Iran and east of the Caspian Sea. The Akhal-Teke horse is known for speed and … READ MORE »
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An albino horse refers to a horse with a rare genetic condition that results in the horse a lack of pigment. However, new studies show that … READ MORE »
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An amble is a type of gait of a horse means to go at a slow, easy pace. The amble type of gait is a slower … READ MORE »
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The Andalusian horse breed is an elegant breed of horse originating in the Iberian Peninsula. Known in Portugal as the Lusitano, the Andalusian horse breed and … READ MORE »
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Anhidrosis is a condition in which the horse has a limited ability to sweat. Anhidrosis, or dry coat, varies by horse, randing from a mild or … READ MORE »
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Anthelmintics is a name given to the various deworming medications used to control equine internal parasites.
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An Appaloosa horse breed is a spotted horse breed originating in the land of the Nez Perce Indians (northwestern United States). As compared to a Paint … READ MORE »
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Appendix refers to a horse registered in the appendix of the American Quarter Horse Registry. An appendix American Quarter Horse is a first generation cross between … READ MORE »
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Ascarids are intestinal worms typically found in foals. Ascarids, also known as roundworms, may cause weight loss, diarrhea and/or colic. Immunity to Ascarids develops with maturity.
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Artificial aids are mechanical means by which the rider conveys his wishes to the horse. Artificial aids include whips and spurs, which may be used to … READ MORE »
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At grass refers to a horse that has been turned out in a paddock or field. Turning your horse out to grass should be done gradually, … READ MORE »
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The Arabian, or Arab horse, breed is a breed of horse that originated on the Arabian Peninsula. The Arabian horse breed is the oldest pure breed … READ MORE »
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Azoturia, or ‘tying up,’ is a condition in which the horse experiences prolonged muscle contractions during exercise. Azoturia causes painful muscle spasms which result in a … READ MORE »
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The Azteca horse breed is a relatively new breed of horse, developed in Mexico by crossing Andalusian horses, Criollos horses and Quarter Horses. The Azteca horse … READ MORE »
