22 Best Horse Questions and Answers (Q&A) - ProProfs Discuss

O. Miller, Content Optimization Executive
Answered: Feb 07, 2019

The term HORSE is mostly used to address the male horse. The general name for a female horse is MARE. A young female horse under the age three is called a FILLY. However, the term FOAL is used to...Read More

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How many legs does a horse have?

C.Emilyas
Answered: Aug 28, 2017

A horse has four legs. These four legs are used to run, walk, etc. around the pasture or the wild lands they roam. Depending on the breed, the speed these legs can run varies. Like most animals...Read More

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What do we call a female horse?

Robert Hazlewood, Senior Executive
Answered: May 30, 2019

The female horse is called a mare. The right terms for horses and donkeys can sometimes be very confusing for a lot of people. Some would even want to refer to the female horse as “female...Read More

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What kind of brushes can be used to clean a horse?

Sevans
Answered: Jan 18, 2017

Your answer to this question is incorrect. The correct order is: curry comb, dandy brush, body brush. The terms "soft brush" and "hard brush" are nebulous general terms that do not belong in a...Read More

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What is Trigger's real name?

John Adney
Answered: Oct 07, 2017

Trigger's real name is Colin James.

In the episode 'Fatal Extraction', Trigger walks up to the reception desk when the receptionist, Beverley, calls the name 'Mr James'.

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What was the name of John Lyons beloved Appaloosa?

J. Harty, Writer
Answered: May 02, 2019

There are a lot of people who generally love horses. They feel that horses can truly be useful. Some have their own horses and they have started to put their trust into the horses just how people...Read More

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What is the difference between hunter and jumper horses?

Karina
Answered: Nov 26, 2017

Conformation, Style, and Breed are the big factors. Hunters typically have sloping shoulders to take big strides, are collected, have a round square jump,and are usually bays, grays, chesnut, or...Read More

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What is the middle joint of the back leg called?

Samantha Stewart, Philanthropist
Answered: Dec 18, 2020

The middle joint of the back leg is called the sacroiliac joint. This joint connects the pelvis and the lower spine. In other words, the sacroiliac joint is made of the hip bones and the sacrum....Read More

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What is the difference between Pony and Horse?

Robert Hazlewood, Senior Executive
Answered: Jul 29, 2019

According to scientists, ponies and horses are one in the same animal, as they are classified under the same species, Equis Caballus. The unit of standard for horses and ponies is "the hand,"...Read More

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What can horses do?

I.Rubiny
Answered: Sep 12, 2017

Horses are a land mammal that can reach speeds upward of 50 miles per hour. There are three different types of horses: the “hot bloods” are spirited horses with speed and endurance,...Read More

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Which gait is a 3-beat gait for horses?

John Smith
Answered: Apr 16, 2024

Canter-a canter is a three-beat gait. first is one hind leg, then the opposite hind with the diagonal fore, then the opposite fore, the leading limb. the canter done in a circle, i.e. a riding ring,...Read More

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How fast is a quarter horse?

C.Emilyas
Answered: Aug 28, 2017

The quarter horse can top out at speeds of 55 miles an hour for a short sprint. The average speed of a quarter horse, however, is closer to 47 miles an hour. The quarter horse gets its name from...Read More

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Which animal can swim among horse, cat, and rat?

L. Liliass
Answered: Sep 19, 2017

All of these animals can swim. Horses are powerful swimmers, and, indeed can be enthusiastic swimmers once they see another horse swimming. The horse propels itself forward by moving its legs as...Read More

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What is the most important parasite of young horses?

F.Isabellai
Answered: Sep 20, 2017

While making sure not getting parasites is the most important thing a horse owner can do, the one all should be on the lookout for is parascaris equorum. The more common name is the equine...Read More

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Can you describe the difference between hunter and jumper horses?

John Adney
Answered: Jan 11, 2017

Showhuntersas a group are judged on manners, way of going, and conformation. Turnout, the presentation ofhorseand rider, are often taken into account as well.Jumpersare judged by how quickly...Read More

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