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Horses

Any of various equine mammals, or even certain extinct forms related ancestrally to the modern horse.

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biting

Animals; Horses

A bad habit common to young horses, stallions, and spoiled horses. It can result from hand-fed treats, petting, or improper training.

zebra

Animals; Horses

any of several fleet black and white striped African equine.

tendons

Animals; Horses

Tough, fibrous cords, slightly elastic, that attach muscle to bone and give support to joints.

level-headed

Animals; Horses

A term to describe a horse that is not excitable and is calm and quiet even in unfamiliar situations.

shank

Animals; Horses

Lead rope or "stud" chain. Also the arm extending from the mouthpiece of a curb bit to where the reins attach. Pressure on these reins exerts leverage.

skirt

Animals; Horses

The square or round leather flaps under the saddle seat of the western saddle.

rearing

Animals; Horses

The raising up of a horse onto its hind legs when being led or ridden; a bad habit that should be handled only by a professional.

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