KENT COUNTY 4-H EQUINE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM (KEEP)

SeniorDivision

Name / 4-H Age / Number of Years in 4-H
4-H Club / Phone #
Youth Signature
Club Leader Signature
Must be signed
Club Leader Phone #
Club Leader Email
If available
Parent Signature
Must be signed
85 points possible/Member must score 68 or more points to pass.

STRUCTURE OF THE HORSE

Form to Function – Front End Tracking: Match the pictured tracking to the correct conformation

(5 points)

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7

Q. What is the most desired shoulder angle and why? Describe how the angle of the shoulder affects the motion of the horse (3 points)

Q. List three (3) unsoundnesses that would cause you NOT to purchase horse;explain why in each case.(6 points)

Q. List three (3) blemishes that would cause you NOT to purchase a horse; explain why in each case. (6 points)

RIDING EQUIPMENT

Q. Describe the construction and function of ONE of the following English type saddles: hunt seat all purpose, hunt seat close contact (jumping), dressage (cut back saddle) or a saddle seat saddle. Please be detailed in explaining how the construction of the saddle influences the discipline it is used in. (4 points)

Q. Describe the construction and function of ONE of the following western saddles: reining, trail, pleasure, cutting, roping or barrel. Please be detailed in explaining how the construction of the saddle influences the moment of both the horse and rider. (4 points)

Q. Describe how a curb bit (general) and a snaffle bit (general) are similar and different. Include how each bit functions and the effect each type of bit has on the horse’s mouth as well as the other pressure points it affects (4 points)

GROOMING

Q. Explain the basic grooming of the horse. What equipment is used? What order is the equipment used in? (10 points)

BREED ISSUES

This mare’s owner likes palominos and wants to raise as many palomino foals as possible. Set up tables to show possible gene combinations from mating the mare to each stallion.

Mare / Stallion A: Chestnut / Mare / Stallion B: Palomino / Mare / Stallion C: White / Mare: ??? / Stallion D: ???
d / d / D / d / D / D
D / D / D
d / d / d

Q. What colors appear in each cross? How many foals of each color? (6 points)

Q. Based on the information about - are palomino parents the ideal way to produce palomino foals? Why Not? (2 points)

Q. What colors should be mated to get 100% palomino foals? Please show the cross in the last table above. ( 2 points)

SAFETY

Q. This diagram is commonly used to show the danger zone and safety zones for handling horses. Applying your knowledge of a horse’s vision, explain the importance of this diagram (2 points).

Q. After reviewing the safety rules listed in your 4-H books, choose 3 (three) safety issues you feel are very important and explain WHY. (6 points)

FEED AND HEALTH CARE

After reviewing “Internal Parasites” in the Horse Science book, please answer the following questions.

Q. Name 3 (three) health issues are caused by internal parasites? (3 points)

Q. Which internal parasite is the most commonamong equines? (1 point)

Q. Which 2 (two) internal parasites are most dangerous to young foals/horses? (2 points)

Q. Name 3 (three) ways of reducing parasite numbers: (3 points)

Q. What is the best way to evaluate effectiveness or resistance to dewormers? (1 point)

GAITS AND MOVEMENT

Q. Chose one of the following riding divisions and describe the movements of each of a horse’s three gaits and how it is featured within that division. (6 points)

Q. Using the four natural aids, describe how you would cue a horse for the left lead. (4 points)

FIRST AID

Q. Using what is in your first aid kit, describe how you would treat a puncture wound. In what instance would you call a vet? (5 points)

KENT COUNTY 4-H YOUTH HORSEMASTER PROGRAM – SENIOR DIVISION

DISMOUNTED ABILITIES

Name ______4-H Club ______

Club Leader: Please initial and date when member has completed the skill.

GROOMING

1. / Demonstrate how to braid or band a mane.
2. / Demonstrate how to clip a horse/pony for show.

FEED AND HEALTH CARE

1. / Demonstrate a procedure used in locating lameness or unsoundness.
2. / Describe how to remove a shoe.

BASIC HANDLING

1. / Demonstrate how to lunge a horse at the canter.
2. / Show a method of tying a halter puller.
3. / Demonstrate long-lining.

RIDING EQUIPMENT

1. / Demonstrate the use of one piece of additional tack (back cinch, breastcollar, etc).
2. / Demonstrate the use of a piece of horse/pony protective riding equipment.

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