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WorksheetsHorses and Horsemanship - Gaits of the Horse
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 8mins
A gait is a particular way a horse moves and is characterized by the rhythm of their feet and legs
True
False
Why is it important to understand gaits?
To detect lameness
To train a performance horse
To use a horse for a specific purpose
All of the Above
Which of the following are considered basic NATURAL gaits that the horse can do without extra training?
Walk
Trot (Jog)
Pace
Canter (Lope)
Which of the following are considered artificial gaits that the horse doesn't naturally know?
Slow Gait
Rack
Trot
Canter
What gait is a slow, natural flat footed, four beat gait. Right Front, Left Rear, Left Front, Right Rear
Trot
Rack
Walk
Pace
It is important for horses to have a short stride. Short strided horses cover more ground and absorb less road shock.
True
False
Which gait is a rapid two beat diagonal gait. The front foot on one side and the rear foot on the opposite side hit the ground at the same time.
Canter
Lope
Rack
Trot
What is the western term for a trot?
(a)
Which gait is an easy rhythmical 3 beat gait that has either a left or a right lead. Right Lead - Left Hind, Right Hind and Left Front at the same time, Right Hind
Gallop
Walk
Trot
Canter
In a show ring, what side of the ring should the leading foot of a canter be on?
Inside
Outside
What is the western term for a canter?
(a)
What gait is considered a fast, 4 beat gait. Similar to a canter. Hind foot, Other Hind Foot, Diagonal Front Foot, Other Front Foot
Canter
Walk
Trot
Gallop
What gait is a fast, two beat lateral gait? The front and hind foot on the same side move at the same time.
Pace
Gallop
Rack
Canter
