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Horse Owners Guide to Equine Terminology

Like with many industries, there is plenty of jargon to get your head around in the world of horse ownership. If you're a new owner, this is your essential guide to equine terminology and their definitions: Action: In horse terminology, 'action' refers to the way a horse moves at various gaits such as walking, trotting, cantering, and galloping Aged: 'Aged' refers to a horse over 9 years old. Horses that are 'aged' are normally at the end of their racing career. Bomb Proof: A horse described as 'bomb proof' is a horse that doesn't spook easily. These horses are usually well trained and extremely calm minded. Broodmare: A 'broodmare' is a female horse used solely for breeding. Colt: A 'colt' is a male horse, under four years old, that hasn't been castrated. Cribbing: Ever noticed your horse chewing on wood? This is known as 'cribbing' and is often associated with boredom and confinement as opposed to hung