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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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endoparasitism

Animals; Horses

Invasion or infection (tissue damage) with worms, largely in the intestine.

bulb of heel

Animals; Horses

The rounded portion of the horse's foot just behind the hoof.

Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI)

Animals; Horses

Or International Equestrian Federation, the organization governing international competitions.

handy

Animals; Horses

Prompt and athletic in response to the rider.

drop the shoulder

Animals; Horses

To shift weight on the forehand and lean too much to the inside during a turn.

check rein

Animals; Horses

A strap that fastens to the bit to keep the horses head up.

bridle

Animals; Horses

Item of equipment for the horse's head. The rider can control the horse using the bit and the reins.

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