Name the horse hair coat color that has a transverse stripe across the horse's withers/shoulders.
Dun or buckskin. HIH 140-1
What is the key to successful parasite control?
Interrupting the parasite's life cycle. HIH 430-4
What is an insecticide designed to kill fly larva?
Larvicides.
What effect will anabolic steroids have on a stallion?
It will severely impair the testicular size and sperm production
Give another name for the horse's hindgut.
Large intestine. HIH 710-2
What is a hoof knife used for?
To pare away the dead sole from the hoof, remove ragged parts from the frog, relieve pressure on corns and cracks, and remove foreign bodies from the foot.
Why is Balance important in equine selection?
Because it forms the basis for movement , length of stride and ultimately performance.
What is the common name used for shoes having tungsten carbide on a mild steel base?
Borium. HIH 515-4
Name three disadvantages of using straw for bedding horses.
Highly combustible; dust causes respiratory problems; horses eating straw can cause problems; high labor costs in stall maintenance; difficult to dispose of.
