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