Horse Handling and Grooming Techniques

The video provides a comprehensive guide on safely handling horses at the WK Kellogg Arabian Horse Center. It covers safety guidelines, approaching and haltering horses, leading and tying techniques, grooming practices, using the wash rack and hot walker, and safely returning horses to their stalls. Emphasis is placed on safety and proper techniques to ensure both handler and horse are secure.

What type of footwear is required when handling horses at the WK Kellogg Arabian Horse Center?

• Barefoot

• Close-toed shoes

• Open-toed shoes

• Sandals

From which side should you approach a horse to halter it?

• From the right side

• From the left side

• From behind

• From above

When leading a horse, where should your right hand be placed?

• Near the horse's head

• Near the horse's tail

• On the horse's back

• On the horse's leg

What should you do if a horse pulls back while in cross ties?

• Shout at the horse

• Get out of the way quickly

• Pull on the horse

• Stand in front of the horse

What is the purpose of using a curry comb on a horse?

• To polish the horse's hooves

• To knock dirt and loose hair from the coat

• To clean the horse's teeth

• To trim the horse's mane

Which brush should be used to remove remaining dust from a horse's coat?

• Soft brush

• Wire brush

• Curry comb

• Hard brush

What should you avoid when brushing a horse's tail?

• Using fly spray

• Using a soft brush

• Standing directly behind the horse

• Brushing with the grain

What is the correct procedure when leading a horse into the wash rack?

• Tie the horse before closing the door

• Tie the horse outside the wash rack

• Close the door before tying the horse

• Leave the door open

How should you position a horse in its stall before removing the halter?

• Facing the window

• Facing the corner

• Facing the door

• Facing the wall

What should you do after removing the halter in the stall?

• Run out quickly

• Leave the door open

• Exit the stall calmly

• Shout at the horse