NC Hippology 2010 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first step in treating an abscess?
a. soak the area in epsom salt
b. give bute
c. open the affected area and allow it to drain
d. antibiotics
A
c. open the affected area and allow it to drain
2
Q
The horse’s field of binocular vision is:
A
approximately 65 degrees.
3
Q
Grulla horses are a sub-group of
A
dun-colored horses
4
Q
What glands lubricate the eye?
A
superior and inferior lacrimal glands
5
Q
The scientific classification of the domestic ass is
A
Equus asinus
6
Q
Which one of these gaits is not a “single-foot” gait?
a. rack
b. slow gait
c. walk
d. fox trot
A
c. walk
7
Q
Two bits are used in a full or Weymouth bridle. What is the small snaffle bit in this bridle
called?
A
bridoon
