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