2012 Junior Hippobology Exam

what are the basic parts of the bridle

headstall, bit(s), reins

what is the entire amount of feed allowed an animal during a 24 hour period

ration

a mane that is cut off so part is left standing upright

roached mane

what gait is the slowest gait and is common to all breeds of horse

walk

what is the name of chemical substance capable of destroying or eliminating parasitic worms

anthelmintic

used to remove dirt and mud from a horse’s coat (has a flat back and the front contains several rows of rubber or metal teeth)

curry comb

the milk that is produced during the first few days after foaling

colostrum

a term for ta horse’s sense of smell

olfactory sense

which body system does the cecum belong to

digestive system

a horny growth behind the fetlock joint

ergot

which is classified as a macro-mineral:

• potassium

• copper

• iodine

• iron

• zinc

potassium

which nutrient contains nitrogen

protein

the narrow passage or doorway between the female’s vagina and uterus

cervix

a bubble-like structure on the ovary which contains an egg

follicle

a body-regulating chemical secreted by a gland into the bloodstream

hormone

the dense center of a cell (contains genetic material)

nucleus

the tube that carries sperm from the epididymis to the urethra in the male

vas deferens

what is equitation

the art of horseback riding

which of these would NOT be considered unsoundness

• cataract

• bowed tendon

• roaring

• parrot mouth

• splint

splint