How to Raise Horses - Exam
  • 1. What is the ideal fencing height for a horse pasture?
A) 1 foot
B) 8-9 feet
C) 5-6 feet
D) 2-3 feet
  • 2. Which of these is a common sign of colic in horses?
A) Decreased heart rate
B) Contentment
C) Rolling and pawing
D) Increased appetite
  • 3. How often should a horse's hooves be trimmed on average?
A) Never
B) Every 6-8 months
C) Once a year
D) Every 6-8 weeks
  • 4. What is the primary component of a horse's diet?
A) Grain
B) Supplements
C) Candy
D) Forage (hay/pasture)
  • 5. What is the term for a young female horse under the age of three?
A) Gelding
B) Colt
C) Mare
D) Filly
  • 6. Which vaccination is most commonly given annually to horses?
A) Tetanus
B) Chickenpox
C) Measles
D) Polio
  • 7. What is the average gestation period for a mare?
A) 15 months
B) 9 months
C) 6 months
D) 11 months
  • 8. What is a Coggins test used to detect?
A) West Nile Virus
B) Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA)
C) Influenza
D) Rabies
  • 9. What is the term for removing sharp edges from a horse's teeth?
A) Floating
B) Polishing
C) Brushing
D) Whitening
  • 10. What type of bedding is generally NOT recommended for horses?
A) Straw
B) Shredded paper
C) Walnut shavings
D) Wood shavings
  • 11. What is the ideal body condition score (BCS) for a horse on a scale of 1-9?
A) 2
B) 9
C) 1
D) 5
  • 12. How much water does a horse typically drink per day?
A) 1 pint
B) 20-30 gallons
C) 1-2 gallons
D) 5-10 gallons
  • 13. What is a sign of a healthy horse?
A) Lethargy
B) Bright, clear eyes
C) Rough coat
D) Dull, sunken eyes
  • 14. What type of worm is most commonly treated in horses?
A) Tapeworms
B) Flatworms
C) Earthworms
D) Roundworms
  • 15. What is the term for a horse showing signs of aggression?
A) Nodding
B) Striking
C) Whinnying
D) Grazing
  • 16. What is the best way to provide salt to horses?
A) Salt block
B) Mixing salt in water
C) Mixing salt in feed
D) Force feeding salt
  • 17. What is the most common cause of laminitis in horses?
A) Lack of exercise
B) Carbohydrate overload
C) Old age
D) Too much protein
  • 18. What is the purpose of a fly mask?
A) Make the horse look pretty
B) Protect eyes from flies
C) Keep the horse warm
D) Protect the horse from rain
  • 19. What is the most common method of identifying horses?
A) Eyeball Scan
B) Lip tattoo
C) Microchip
D) DNA
  • 20. What is the definition of 'farrier'?
A) Someone who trains horses
B) Someone who breeds horses
C) Someone who sells horses
D) Someone who cares for horses' hooves
  • 21. What is a benefit of allowing horses access to pasture?
A) Increased risk of colic
B) Decreased Vitamin D intake
C) Increased teeth problems
D) Mental stimulation
  • 22. What is the best way to introduce a new horse to a herd?
A) Isolating them permanently
B) Immediately putting them in the same pasture
C) Gradual introduction in a neutral area
D) Ignoring any aggressive behavior
  • 23. Why is it important to remove manure from pastures?
A) Makes the pasture look nicer
B) Reduces parasite load
C) Improves grass growth
D) Keeps the horses quiet
  • 24. What is a sign of dehydration in a horse?
A) Excessive salivation
B) Glossy Coat
C) Frequent urination
D) Tacky gums
  • 25. What is a symptom of Equine Cushing's Disease?
A) Weight Gain
B) Long, curly hair coat
C) Shedding in summer
D) Increased appetite
  • 26. What is the purpose of a horse blanket?
A) Protect from flies
B) Stimulate hair growth
C) Improve appearance
D) Provide warmth
  • 27. Which of these is a poisonous plant to horses?
A) Alfalfa
B) Ragwort
C) Timothy Hay
D) Clover
  • 28. What does BCS stand for?
A) Basic Care Standard
B) Breed Confirmation Score
C) Body Condition Score
D) Barn Cleanliness System
  • 29. Which of the following is NOT a common horse breed?
A) Thoroughbred
B) Quarter Horse
C) Arabian
D) Siamese
  • 30. What is 'cribbing' in horses?
A) A vice involving biting on objects
B) A respiratory disease
C) A method of weaning foals
D) A type of jump in horse shows
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