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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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Balance

Animals; Horses

In regard to movement, a state of equilibrium; in regard to conformation, desirable proportions. Distribution of weight between horse and rider.

Bedding

Animals; Horses

The material used on the floor of a stall to absorb moisture and provide padding.

Feed bag

Animals; Horses

A sack usually of canvas and leather held on the horse's nose by a strap behind its ears allowing it to eat grain without a manger or other container.

Piggin string

Animals; Horses

A short, narrow rope used to hogtie a calf or steer.

Heeler

Animals; Horses

In team roping, this rider ropes the steer's heels.

Uterus

Animals; Horses

The organ in which the embryo and foetus develop, also referred to as womb or wethers.

Futurity

Animals; Horses

A show class or event for young horses that requires entering long (often years) before the actual event.

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