Equine Safety Test

Which sign indicates a horse is very interested in what it sees?

• Eyes closed and ears pinned back

• Eyes closed and ears thrown to the sides

• Eyes open and ears pinned back

• Eyes open and ears pointing forward

Horses adjust their range of vision by:

• blinking their eyes.

• lowering or raising their heads.

• moving their heads to the right or left.

• twitching their ears.

A horse, which is not turning its head, has a field of vision that is:

• excellent for objects immediately behind the hindquarter.

• good for objects almost all the way around its body.

• outstanding for objects within 4 feet of its head.

• restricted to objects right in front of its feet.

The horse has a very good sense of hearing that:

• allows them to hear sounds a human cannot hear.

• blocks out loud, high frequency sounds and noises.

• is muffled by the inside dimensions of the ear.

• is protected against sensitive sounds by the ears.

An insecure horse is most often caused by:

• a handler or rider that lacks confidence.

• a worn bridle and saddle.

• oats and hay in the daily ration.

• too many trips around the riding ring.

By observing the ears, eyes, nose, and mouth of a horse, the handler can:

• calculate the grain consumed in a day.

• identify the presence of laminitis.

• predict the emotional state of the horse.

• tell the number of saddle sores present.

By observing warning signs that the horse gives off, a handler can:

• By observing warning signs that the horse gives off, a handler can:

• encourage other horses to respond to the warning signs.

• record a progeny record for the horse’s dam and sire.

• take action to prevent danger to the horse or handler.

The best procedure for a handler to follow when working in close contact with horses is to:

• avoid sudden movements that the horse may misinterpret.

• speak loudly and forcefully to maintain control.

• use lots of waving and whistling to get attention.

• work quickly with lots of movement and energy.

Which is the most likely response a horse will give to a rider spurring the sensitive area of the flank?

• Bucking

• Coughing

• Ear twitching

• Eye blinking

Ears pinned back is often a sign the horse is:

• afraid.

• angry.

• curious.

• suspicious.