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Maryland 4-H Horsemanship Standards
Knowledge Levels 1- 2
Dr. Amy BurkUniversity of Maryland
Extension Horse Specialist
Rev. 7/29/11
Kristen M. WilsonUniversity of Maryland
Extension Horse Specialist
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Knowledge Testing Schedule
1. Written Test Copies from County Extension Office Allow 45 minutes
2. Oral Practicum Cover information on the knowledge testing
sheet for each level Everything else covered on the written test
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Knowledge Level Sections
Handling Breeds, Conformation, Movement Grooming and Bandaging Health Care and Veterinary Knowledge Nutrition Stable Management and Safety Tack and Equipment Transportation and Travel Safety
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Horse Handling
Levels 1 and 2 Know where a horse’s blind spots are
located Be able to explain how to safely approach a
horse
Level 2 Only Explain how to safely tie a horse up Explain how to safely lead a horse
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Horse Handling
Which is the most correct way to approach a horse?
Which knot should be used?
A B C
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Horse ID/Breeds
Parts of Horse
Horse Colors and Markings
Horse Gender Descriptions (Level 1)
Filly, Colt, Mare, Stallion, and Gelding
Major Horse and Pony Breeds (Level 2)
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Parts of Horse
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Colors – Level 1
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Colors – Level 2
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Facial Markings – Level 2
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Leg Markings- Level 2
A: HeelB. CoronetC. Half-PasternD. Pastern
E. AnkleF. Half StockingG. Stocking
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Measurement- Level 2
1 Hand = 4 inches
Horse = Taller than 14.2 hands
Pony = 14.2 hands and under
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Conformation and Movement
Identify Gaits (Level 2 Only)
Know how many beats are in a walk and trot/
jog
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Grooming
Level 1: Reasons for daily grooming Items that should be included in a grooming
kit and their use How to pick out a hoof and explain it’s
importance
Level 2: Be able to explain the proper procedure for
daily grooming
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Grooming
Important for health, hygiene and appearance
Stimulates blood circulation & helps maintain muscle tone
Basic equipment: Curry Comb Brush (Dandy & Body) Hoof pick Mane & tail comb
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Grooming Tools and Technique
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Bandaging
Level 1: Reasons for bandaging legs
Level 2: Types of boots/bandages Reasons for using boots/bandages
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Reasons for Bandaging
Protection of the legs, particularly while riding or trailering the horse
Prevention of swelling after the horse works
For treatment and protection of injuries
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Stable Bandage
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Shipping Bandages/Boots
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Boots
Bell Boots Splint Boots
Ankle Boots
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Health/Veterinary Care
Levels 1 & 2: Recognition of basic signs of illness and
injury – applied to when and why you would call a vet
Level 2 : Recognition of a horse that’s properly cooled
out after work Importance of daily hoof care and importance
of regular farrier visits
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Signs of Illness
Loss of appetite
Depression
Lack of gut sounds
Lameness
Elevated vital signs
Abnormal behaviors
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Recognizing Problems
Learn to Recognize Abnormal Behavior
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Proper Cool Down after Exercise
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Hoof Care
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Hoof Care
Recommended every 6 to 8 weeks
Costs depends on what is done
Types of services: Hoof Trim
Front Shoes Only
Four Shoes
Specialized Care
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Nutrition
Level 1: Items you’d feed a horse daily
Level 2: Recognition of feed/hay that is safe to
feed Proper storage methods for feed/hay
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Types of Diets
Forage Concentrate
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Forage
Very important for proper digestion
Types of hay: Legume
Grass
Mixed
Horse will consume 1 ½ to 2% of body weight per day
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Concentrate
Used to:
Supplement and balance nutrients in forages
Supplement higher caloric needs of working and lactating horses
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Grain/Hay Storage
Must be protected from: Moisture Insects Rodents
Hay should be stored off the ground or in loft
Grain should be stored in tubs in a temperature controlled area
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Stable Management and Safety
Level 1: Things that are not safe to do or have in a barn Types of appropriate beddings
Level 2: Unsafe types of fencing Common stable vices
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Beddings- What is Appropriate?
Newspaper
Wood Shavings
Straw
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Safe Fencing Types
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Unsafe Fencing Types
Barbed Wire
Chain Link High Tensile Wire
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Common Stable Vices
Pawing
Cribbing / Wind Sucking
Weaving
Kicking
Wood Chewing
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Tack & Equipment
Level 1: Reasons for cleaning
tack
Level 2: Major parts of the saddle
and bridle
Products and equipment
used to clean tack
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Reasons for Cleaning Tack
If tack is not cleaned,
it makes the leather rough
which encourages girth galls
and other rubs on the horse Unclean tack can break
more easily, posing a
dangerous situation for
both horse and rider
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English Bridle Parts
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Western Bridles
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English Saddle
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Western Saddle
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Tack Cleaning Equipment
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Transportation and Travel
Level 1: Describe how to make
a horse safer or more comfortable while trailering
Level 2: Know purpose of head
bumper, break away halter, blanket, tail wrap, and shipping boots/bandages in reference to shipping
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Preparation for Transport
(Hill, 2000)
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References and Resources
Approved resources for state contests
USPC Manual of Horsemanship: The Basics for Beginners through D Level, by S. E. Harris
USPC Manual of Horsemanship: The Intermediate Horsemanship through C Level, by S. E. Harris
USPC Manual of Horsemanship: The Advanced Horsemanship Through A Level, by S. E. Harris