Horsemasters

Horse Parts Completed Diagram

Horse Parts BLANK Diagram

Take apart and put together a bridle, and name the 2 different types of bits and their functions:

1) Snaffle

Mouthpiece can be made up of 1-3 pieces, with the reins and cheek piece
attaching to the same ring. Mouthpiece can be made of different materials and are referred to as gentle as 1 pound of pull on the reins equals a pound of pressure on the bit.

2) Leverage

Mouthpiece is typically one solid piece with shank cheekpieces instead of
rings. The shank allows the rein to attach lower on the bit than the cheekpiece of the
bridle, creating a leverage action. 1 pound of pull on the reins can equal up to 2 pounds of pressure on the bit.

Demonstrate lunging a horse at the walk and trot, describe the equipment used and what it is used for (leg and hoof protection, lunge line, lunge whip, side reins, tack/surcingle, bridle)

Describe how herd hierarchy works between a group of horses, and why
it is important for us as riders to understand it.

Example: Horses work in a hierarchy system to determine who will protect the herd, who eats and drinks first, and who they should be friends with. It is important for riders to understand this system because horses are always looking for a leader, if we as riders don’t act as the leader then the horse will.