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