The hard, insensitive, outer covering of the hoof.This may be tall or short, thick or thin, and have a large horn cap or a small one. The angle used in attaching a horn to a tree also varies. The intended use for the saddle usually determines the horn design.
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horse
A four-legged, hoofed, herbivore. This animal can be used for drafting, pulling, and riding.
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Horse Box
A lorry used for the transportation of horses.
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horse brass
Brass horse decorations - used in the early days to ward off the "evil eye".
A fast paced team sport originating in France taking ideas from rugby and basket ball. A ball with straps has to be passed between mounted team members with the aim of scoring goals through hoops at either end of the pitch.
See: www.british-horseball-association.btik.com or www.nottinghamhorseballclub.btik.com
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Horsemanship
The art of equitation or horse riding.
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Horsemastership
The art of caring for and attending to all aspects of a horse's welfare, under all possible circumstances. (Groom).
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Horsetail
(Equisetum) Common weed which can cause poisoning of horses, though rare is most likely to occur from contaminated hay or straw. The effects are similar to Bracken poisoning. They are extremely difficult to kill as they have very long taproots.
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Hot Blooded
A high spirited horse, usually of Oriental origin i.e. Thoroughbred. (Opposite cold blooded.)
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Hot Branding
Has for centuries been practised throughout the world. Many breed societies and private stables use this method as a means of identification. Branding leaves the imprint of the iron as a bald scar on the skin for life.
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Hot Up
A horse that becomes excitable when ridden is said to 'hot up'.
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Hunter
A type rather than a breed, the only essential being that is can stand a day's hunting. They can be divided into three groups for show purposes
Heavy weight - up to carrying 14stone 7lbs or over
Middle weight - up to carrying 13stone to 14stone 7lbs
Light weight - carrying under 13 stone
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Hunting Head
The top of the two pommels found on a sidesaddle. The hunting head is in a fixed position and supports the rider's right leg.
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Hypohippus
Horses of the middle Miocene era have three toes on each foot. The side toes do not touch the ground.
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Hyracotherium
Horses of the lower Eocene era have four toes in the front foot and three toes in the hind foot this being a transitional stage between five to three toes.
