Horses
by Alicia Tenorio
1. Breeds
1.1. Arabians are the most beautiful and oldest breedin the world.
1.2. Percheron's can weigh up to a ton or more.
1.3. Shire's can pull five tons.
2. The Veterinarian
2.1. If horses are too sick to be treated in barns they will moved to a clinic.
2.2. Vets treat accidents and diseases.
2.3. Horses meet his/her vet after they're born.
3. The Horse At Grass
3.1. Horses at grass need good-quality grass, safe fencing, and fresh water.
3.2. Horses need to be checked regularly for injury.
3.3. If grass is lacking:hay,grain,or salt it will be added to horses diet.
4. The Groomer
4.1. Horses see the groomer twice a day, 6 times a week.
4.2. Groomers can spot health, sadness, and behavior problems.
4.3. They are close in touch because they see horses troughout day.
5. Anatomy
5.1. Deep chest=large heart and lungs.
5.2. Horse vision can see all around to see danger.
5.3. Hoof wall needs trimming and filing.
6. Growing Foals
6.1. Foals wean at 5 to 6 months.
6.2. They make anything into a game. They even chew on mom's halters.
6.3. Foals reach 80% of height in the first year.
7. Gaits
7.1. Trot is a two beat gait.
7.1.1. Front and backfeet touch ground simultaneously.