HS 145 To Buy or Not to Buy

What is the estimated number of horses in the U.S.?

• 5 million

• 7.2 million

• 10 million

• 12 million

Which three states have the highest number of horses in the U.S.?

• Texas, California, Florida

• New York, Texas, California

• Florida, New York, Texas

• California, Florida, New York

What is the annual economic contribution of the horse industry to the U.S. economy?

• $50 billion

• $100 billion

• $122 billion

• $150 billion

Which sector contributes the most to the economy from horse ownership?

• Breeding sector

• Racing sector

• Therapy sector

• Training sector

What does the Latin phrase "caveat emptor" translate to?

• Buyer beware

• Seller beware

• Handle with care

• Trust but verify

What is a pre-purchase exam for a horse?

• A test to determine the horse's speed

• An exam to check the horse's color

• An evaluation of the horse's soundness and health

• A competition for horse buyers

Where are three practical possibilities for keeping a horse?

• At a zoo, in a forest, at a friend's house

• At home, on rented pasture, at a commercial boarding stable

• In a garage, in a barn, in a park

• In a school, in a garden, in a warehouse

What is one important consideration when keeping a horse at home?

• The color of the horse

• The horse's ability to dance

• Zoning restrictions that limit or prevent the keeping of animals

• The horse's favorite food

What is a potential disadvantage of keeping a horse on rented pasture?

• The horse will become too friendly

• The horse will learn new tricks

• The horse is separated from the owner's care and training

• The horse will become more colorful

What service is often provided by commercial stables?

• Horse painting

• Full range of services including feeding, grooming, and exercise

• Horse racing

• Horse dancing lessons