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Silver Bits Pony Club
D Bookwork
Introduction to Pony Club
Keeping Your Record Book
Horse Sports
Pony Parts, Colors, Markings &
Breeds
Barn & Pasture Management
Leading, Handling, Tying
Conformation
Tack
Boots & Bandages
Health Care
Bits & Bitting
Feed & Nutrition
Farrier Care
Riding Worksheets
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INTRODUCTION TO PONY CLUB
WHAT IS PONY CLUB?
Pony Club is one of the leading junior equestrian organizations in the world,
represented throughout 30 countries! The United States has over 600 individual
Clubs spread throughout 48 states and the Virgin Islands, with more than 12,000
members.
INSTRUCTION & COMPETITION
Pony Club provides opportunities for instruction and competition in English riding,
horse sports and horse management for children and young adults up to 21 years of
age. The term "pony" reflects the age of the members, rather than the size of the
mount. Horses and ponies of many different breeds, shapes, and sizes are seen in
Pony Club activities.
It is not necessary for a child to own a horse or pony, but they must have access to
one when required. Programs are offered in dressage, eventing, show jumping,
mounted games, tetrathlon, quiz, vaulting, foxhunting, and polocrosse.
During "unmounted" meetings members learn about feeding, shoeing, veterinary
care, and other areas of horse management. Under adult supervision, the more
experienced Pony Clubbers instruct and assist younger members.
Pony Clubbers are encouraged to work their way through the nine stages of the
progressive Standards of Proficiency, which test knowledge and riding ability. Pony
Clubbers who attain the B, H-A, and A rating levels meet standards of competence
that are recognized throughout the horse world.
PARENTS' ROLE
Parents play an important role in Pony Club. There are many areas in which parents
are needed. They may share one of many roles within the Club circle, such as Club
leader, chaperone, jump judge, or assist in activity events and fund-raisers.
SAFETY
USPC is committed to safety. It is a membership requirement that Pony Clubbers
wear a riding helmet meeting the ASTM/SEI standard when attending mounted
meetings. Parents should be prepared to purchase this item and the minimum basic
riding equipment, such as jodhpurs, boots, etc.
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YOUR PONY CLUB RECORD BOOK
WHY?
If you got sick, I could open your record book and be able to take care of
your horse and have all the important information quickly available.
A record book fills the need for keeping track of just about everything
related to your horse. If you ever need to track a past lameness history,
figure out what your horse may be allergic to, or transfer ownership without
wading through piles of bills, a record book provides an excellent way to do
it. It is not required to use the USPC Health & Maintenance Record Book,
but that does provide a useful starting point. It is especially nice to keep
the records on a computer and then just update your book every so often so
that it remains current for easy access, unmounted meetings and testing
times.
RECORD BOOK CHECKLIST
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE HORSE
Start & finish days of book.
Horse’s name/registered name
Breed/registration number and copies of papers if applicable
Conformation photograph showing color, or detailed description
Resting TPR
Horse’s sex, height & approximate weight
Known vices
Any known medical conditions or allergies
Foaling date or approximation
Address of where the horse is located.
Rider’s name/address/phone
Contact name/address/numbers – owner if leased, regular vet,
emergency vet, farrier, trainer, DC, barn owner etc.
Insurance company’s name/address/emergency phone & copies of
insurance papers. If NOT insured, note that down so that it is known.
Remember to include area codes!!
VETERINARY RECORDS
Organize into routine and non-routine care. Vaccinations & tooth cleaning
would be routine, any other sickness or wound care falls under non-routine,
unless your horse is being treated for a chronic illness such as Cushings
disease.
Prepurchase papers (if any)
Veterinary bills and other veterinary paperwork
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Vaccination dates and which given – do not list as 4-way, but include
the actual vaccinations given.
List the date next vaccinations due.
Note: For vaccinations, note what company made the vaccine, lot number, and
where the injection was given. A horse may be allergic to a carrier in one
company’s vaccine, but not in another.
PARASITE CONTROL
Include dates, brand names, and drug names of all dewormers used.
List the next scheduled deworming date and dewormer to use.
SHOEING RECORDS
Dates, cost, and any changes made
List the next scheduled appointment
Include enough information at the beginning so that a new shoer could
shoe or trim your horse in accordance with what you have found works.
Note: take the time to ask your shoer to describe what he or she is trying
to achieve or maintain with your horse’s feet. An example might be: “size 0
front, and 00 hind Natural Balance brand iron shoes, square the hind toes and
set back hind shoe to prevent forging, may need leather pads and quarter
clips in the front during the summer months, horse has a tendency to toe out
in front”. Along with all shoeing dates and prices, be sure to record if and
when your horse pulls a shoe (and which foot), or if your horse develops a
foot abscess – which foot, approximate location, and any possible causes.
OTHER PROCEDURES
Use this space to include any other treatment dates, descriptions, and
costs such as work by an equine dentist, chiropractic, acupuncture,
massage, etc…also record if you noticed any differences after the
work!
FEED RECORDS
Approximate feeding times (may change according to season)
Amount fed in pounds, or ounces for smaller supplements.
List approximate number of flakes as well as hay in pounds
Type/brand of feed
Feed tags/labels/print out from Internet.
Receipts or bills from the feed store (if boarded, include in board
section)
Dates of any changes in diet, including reason and any reactions.
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CONDITIONING RECORDS
Start schedule as the show season begins. Show an understanding of the
progression of conditioning (C level and above). Although not necessary at
the D Level, it is good to get in the habit and get ‘extra credit’ at your
rating!
List conditioning activities for an average week, this will include:
Activity (dressage, show jumping, gallops, trot sets etc)
Specifications (what you are working on)
Average minutes spent on each activity
Times per week you work on each activity
Horse’s resting TPR
Horse’s TPR immediately after strenuous work
TPR after 5-10 minute intervals after strenuous work.
List any changes in conditioning schedule to include:
Date of changes
What you’re changing from and to, for example: 3, 10 minute trots
with 3 minute rests between to 3, 12 minute trots with 3 minute rests
between.
Record new TPR rates for each work increase
You may also want to keep track of your actual conditioning schedule in a
calendar format. Plan to transfer the information to a computer program to
print out – an examiner hates to get piles of dog-eared calendars!
ACTIVITY RECORDS
These include any shows, clinics, lessons, rallies, etc….
Date of activity
Description of activity
Comments about how your did or what you worked on
Cost
BOARDING RECORDS (if applicable)
If you board your horses, list costs paid to the boarding facility by
month, remember to total them before your rating and at the end of
each year.
OTHER EXPENSES
Any horse-related expenses here. Include DATE, DESCRIPTION, COST.
Examples are: tack purchases, equine insurance costs, trailer servicing.
INCOME – stall cleaning towards lessons counts as income!
DO NOT INCLUDE: Anything unrelated to the horse, for example, past ratings certificates or PC study material.
NO LOOSE PAPERS! All should be snug in 3-ring binder, using page protectors for securing loose items. Each horse
should have its’ own record book. There should not be excessive pictures – a few for identification or conformation
purposes are appropriate. Photographs of injuries could be especially useful.
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DRESSAGE
ATTIRE EQUIPMENT RULES
ASTM/SEI Helmet Maximum Whip Small Arena
required Length – 43.3” 40Mx20M
Gloves are optional, but D’s may use grass Large Arena
are recommended reins 60Mx20M
Only smooth leather half Braiding is optional Maximum time from bell to
chaps may be worn entering arena = 45 seconds
Above 4th level – dark Any English type When saluting, reins must be
tailcoat or dark jacket. saddle is acceptable. taken into one hand, let one
White or light colored Cannot have a horn, arm drop loosely along the
breeches, stock or tie, swell, gallerie, or body, and then incline the head
gloves & black riding open gullet in a slight bow
boots.
FEI tests – spurs Martingales, boots, Error of course = -2points
mandatory bandages are Second error = 4points
forbidden Third error = elimination
Ds may compete in formal Training, First & Errors of Course
or informal or in any Second Level tests – Talking to your horse, clucking
clean, well-fitted plain snaffle bridle Taking a wrong turn
conventional riding attire is required with Omitting a movement
and footwear in good either a regular Transition at wrong letter
repair, without regard to cavesson, a dropped
the requirements of either noseband, a flash You have 45 seconds from the
formal or informal attire. noseband or a bell to enter at A
crossed noseband.
Safety vests may be worn D-s may use If all four feet leave the arena
at any level of Kimberwicke, Pelham Unauthorized Assistance
competition. or other snaffles. = ELIMINATION
If jackets are waived, a USEF 3rd & 4th level Scale of Marks
solid white or very pale tests may also use a 10 – Excellent
colored long or short- simple double bridle 9 – Very good
sleeved shirt – with (bridoon (snaffle) 8 – Good
collar, without neckwear and bit (curb) and 7 – Fairly good
must be worn. T-shirts or curb chain, lip strap 6 – Satisactory
sleeveless shirts may not and rubber or 5 – Sufficient
be worn. leather cover for 4 – Insufficient
curb chain optional, 3 – Bad
cavesson noseband 1 – Very bad
only. 0 – Not executed
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SHOW JUMP
ATTIRE EQUIPMENT RULES
ASTM/SEI Helmet Maximum Whip Normal (knockdown) Round
required Length – 30” Equitation Round
Take Your Own Line
Fault & Out
Relays
Top Score/Gamblers Choice
Gloves are optional Any bit that enables Teams shall normally be 4
the PC member to ride riders & horse manager. Teams
safely and to effect of 3 riders may also compete.
control without
causing pain or injury
to the horse may be
used.
Boots – tall black or brown If a dropped or a Small/Medium Ponies may not
dress of field boots, or crossed or flash exceed 13.2 hands – 2’-2’9”. 3’
jodhpur/paddock boots with noseband is used, it Large Ponies are 13.2hh – 14.2hh –
or without a matching full- may only be used with 2’6” – 3’3”. 3’6”
grain smooth leather half- a snaffle, and it must Horse I – 2’6” – 3’3”. 3’6” Horse
chap or leggings are allowed. be in the right place, II - 2’9”-3’6”. 3’9”
Half chaps or leggings not properly adjusted and Horse III – 3’ – 3’9”. 4’
made of smooth leather are made entirely of Horse IV – 3’3”- 4’. 4’3”
not allowed. leather. Numbers in red are max. jump off
heights.
Dress shall always be There is no restriction Some equitation faults:
correctly formal or correctly on saddles, girths and MAJOR - refusal, loss of stirrup,
informal. Competitors shall bridles. trotting on course (when not on
refer to USPC HM handbook Blinkers & hoods are test), loss or reins, knockdowns
for information on dressing in prohibited. caused by rider’s performance,
the barn area, for course Only unrestricted adding stride(s) in combination
walks, jogs, turnout and running martingales MAJOR or MINOR – missing a lead
riding. are permitted for all change or cross cantering, getting
Correct attire is required for levels; standing ‘left’, exceeding time allowed,
the first round of rally. For martingales are jumping into corners, swapping
following rounds, colored permitted through leads between fences in a line,
shirts may be worn as long Horse Level 1. position faults.
as they have collars and
sleeves.
One coach is required per team
If eliminated in one round, you
may still compete in later
rounds.
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EVENTING
ATTIRE EQUIPMENT RULES
ATSM/SEI helmet is English type saddle is Dressage – all tests must be
compulsory required carried out from memory.
ID numbers & PC pins must Dressage – snaffle bit Cross Country – all competitors must
be worn at all times. made of metal, leather, start in a 5M by 5M start box.
rubber or plastic If not ready at the start time, the
material is permitted for time will be recorded as if started at
all tests. It may have a the correct time.
cavesson, dropped, Optimum time vs time limit (2 x the
crossed or flash optimum time)
noseband. A breastplate All compulsory passages and obstacles
may be used. must be passed or jumped in order.
Martingales, bit guards, Must be mounted to pass all red and
gadgets, boots or white boundary flags. Dismounting as
bandages, seat covers, a result of attempting an obstacle
fly shields and/or nose will be penalized.
covers are strictly See rules for overtaking.
forbidden. (Fly shields
may be permitted by the
Ground Jury)
Braiding is optional but must Cross-country & Jumping Cross Country obstacles must be
be removed before turnback Test – saddlery is FIXED and imposing in shape.
optional with the When natural obstacles are used,
exception of any form of they should, if necessary, be
blinkers. Only
reinforced so that they remain in
unrestricted running
the same state throughout the
martingales with rein
stops or Irish test.
martingales are allowed.
Reins must be attached
to the bit(s) or directly
to the bridle. Gags or
hackamores are allowed.
For Cross country test, light Whips Show Jump –
weight clothing is For dressage schooling Knock down = 4points
appropriate. If run under only: One whip no First disobedience = 4points
US Equestrian/USEA rules, longer than 43.3”, Second disobedience in whole test
vests are mandatory. including lash. No = 8points
Breeches can be any color. whip may be carried in Third disobedience in whole test =
Boots – the test. ELIMINATION
black/brown/field/jodphur. Whip must be no First fall of competitor = 8
Chaps, half-chaps and/or longer than 30” for penalities
leggings may NOT be worn. cross country or show Second fall of comp = Elim.
jump phases. First fall of horse – Elim.
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GAMES
ATTIRE EQUIPMENT RULES
No braiding Each team shall have Each team – 4-5 members. No
one equine per rider! Stable Manager
Jodhpurs and boots with Any kind of properly Walk-trot 9yrs or less on Jan 1
garter straps or boot straps fitted plain cavesson Junior 13yrs or less on Jan 1
are recommended. may be worn. (Championships 10yrs & D2)
Belts are OPTIONAL Dropped nosebands, Senior 16yrs or less on Jan 1
Footwear must be figures 8, flashes etc. Advanced (2 mbr team) – One
black/brown and approved may all be worn with member must be at least 17, no
by USPC HM snaffle bits one under 14 years.
Whips & spurs are not Standing martingales Unruly mounts are disqualified
allowed. are allowed – no
running.
Last rider in each game Reins must have a 12.2hh or under - Rider must be under
wears a white hand band or breakaway feature, 117lbs
cover. ether leather around the 13.2hh or under – Rider must be under
bit or at the buckle, or 150lbs
“L” studs at the bit 14.2hh or under – Rider must be under
190lbs
Each rider must have their Nylon reins that Each game has different rules and
number either on their buckle at the bit are each competitor must be familiar
pinney or shirt. NOT acceptable. with how to play.
Tall boots (dress or field), half- Reins may be knotted. The signal to start a race is the
chaps or leggings, may be worn. If knotted, reins must drop of a flag.
Half-chaps or leggings not made be unbuckled.
of smooth leather are NOT
allowed.
Shirts must be all white Riders feet do not All starts shall be standing starts
with long/short sleeves and have to be in the from behind the start line.
collar, unless specified stirrups.
otherwise.
Only ATSM/SEI approved and If a stirrup comes off If error is committed,
certified headgear may be used, during a game, it need rider must return to correct it –
with chinstrap harness in place. not be replaced until even if they have crossed the
If helmet falls off, it must be the end of the game. finish line.
replaced before continuing the
race.
No games equipment During changeover – all four legs
may be put in rider’s of BOTH ponies must be behind the
mouth! line.
Reins must be Handoff – all others behind 6-yard
properly arranged line.
over the pony’s neck
during any mounted
portion.
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ATTIRE EQUIPMENT RULES
ASTM/SEI Helmet required. Bits permitted will be Novice – new players, primarily at
Team members must wear limited to snaffles, trot, still developing basic ball-
same color polo shirts with kimberwicks and gags handling skills.
sleeves, must be properly without cheeks or Intermediate – primarily at the
protrusions that may canter with at least 50% accuracy in
dressed in appropriate riding
catch on rackets or ball-handling skills and developing
boots with a clealy defined
equipment. All must knowledge of team strategy.
heel, and white or buff have smooth Advanced – play at the canter with
breeches or jodhpurs with mouthpieces. Twists & highly developed ball-handling skills
garters and/or elastics. wire are forbidden. and knowledge of team strategy.
Unadorned half-chaps may Cavesson, drop, flash & Junior and Senior may be divided
be worn with jodhpur boots. figure 8 nosebands by age.
Spurs capable of wounding or Crops must have a Advanced mounts must be 14.2hh or
injuring a mount in any way lather flap (max 2”) at larger.
are forbidden. the end. Max length is Same weight limits apply as in
34” Games rules.
PC pin must be worn for Judge may disallow any Teams consist of 3 players and one
formal inspection. equipment they deem stable manager
unsafe.
Players must be numbered Breastplates or collars #1 – Attack
correctly. must be worn by all #2 – Mid-fielder
mounts. #3 - Defense
White jeans will be Cruppers may be used – Stable manager, when possible,
permitted attire in cruppers and/or neck should bring a mount to the rally
polocrosse – flairs, hip- yokes of standing to use as substitute.
huggers or fashion-jeans do martingales my not be
used as a replacement
not apply.
for the breastplate.
May play with racket in An English type saddle is Stable manager is considered a
either hand. If a player required. Standing playing member of the team and
martingales are
chooses to switch hands, this recommended. Running should be eligible to play in the
may only be done between martingales are allowed. division in which the team is
chukkas. The Chief Umpire Only smooth, flat cavesson competing if a team member is
and opposing team’s captain noseband may be used with unable to play.
a standing martingale.
must be informed.
All competitors must wear Leg protection is required Change in players – players on a team
on all 4 legs of mount. may change positions between chukkas
lower leg protection – tall
Boots or polo bandages provided:
boots, half-chaps or gaitors should protect from knee 1. Change takes place between
over jeans or breeches. or hock to and including chukkas
inside and outside of the 2. The Sr umpire is informed
fetlock. Bell boots 3. The scorer is informed
covering coronet and heels 4. Opposing captain is informed
are required on all 4 feet. 5. The relevant #s on player’s back
are changed.
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ATTIRE EQUIPMENT RULES
For riding phase - timing For riding phase – max Championships Requirements
devices may be worn. length of whip/crop is Senior – 15 yrs+ C1+
Dress shall be suitable for 30” Junior – 12-14 yrs D3+
cross-country. Shirts must Accepted bits as per Intermediate – 12+ D3+
hove collar & sleeves. show jump. Novice – 11 and under D3+
For riding phase – breeches or For riding phase – blinders Senior
jodhpurs with garters and/or hold- are prohibited. Properly Run – 3,000M
down straps. Appropriate footwear adjusted running
must be worn. martingales with rein and
Swim – 200 yards/meters
ATSM/SEI helmet breast stops are permitted. Jumping height – max of 3’7”
Safety vests - optional Shoot – 20 shots
SC ORI NG DETAI LS Junior
Ridi ng Ph as e Run – 2,000M
Per second over time allowed 2 points Swim – 200 yards/meters
Each knockdown or foot in 24 points Jumping height – max of 3/3”
water 64 points Shoot – 20 shots
First Fall of competitor Elimination
2nd Fall of competitor
For the first disobedience 24 points Intermediate
Second disobedience 48 points Run – 1,000M
Third & subsequent 72 points Swim – 100 yards/meters
disobediences Elimination Jumping height – max of 2’9”
Fall of horse
Shoot – 20 shots
See rulebook for slip rail &
gate penalties
Swimming Phase Novice
A penalty of 6 points per Run – 1,000M
second is deducted for each Swim – 100 yards/meters
second over the optimum time. Jumping height – max of 2’9”
20 pts for third false start &
Shoot – 20 shots
each time competitor fails to
touch the wall during a turn.
Ru nni ng Ph ase At regional rally/local events
A penalty of 3 points per other levels may be offered.
second is deducted for each
second over the optimum time.
Shooti ng Ph as e Each of the 4 phases is worth 1,100
Value of shot is determined by points. HM is scored as negative
the outer edges of the pellet points. Up to 100 HM points can be
hole. given, multiplied by factor of 5 and
Scoring done after 5 shots. results subtracted from the total
score of the 4 phases.
Maximum possible score = 4,400 points
Max of 60 seconds at gate or slip rail
obstacle.
Read your rule book for details on
gate & slip rail obstacle
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STANDARDS
D-1 Rating – Name any 10 parts of the pony.
D-2 Rating – Name & locate any 15 parts of the pony.
D-3 Rating – Name & locate at least 20 parts of the pony, to include
withers, hock, fetlock, pastern, gaskin, croup, loins, etc.
Measuring the Height of a Pony
Read UPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, pages 154-155
The size of a pony is measured in “hands” from the ground to the
withers. One hand equals 4 inches. A horse measure stick is used
for measuring.
In the United States, a HORSE measures over 14 hands, 2 inches
(14.2 hands). A PONY measures less than 14.2 hands; a small pony
is up to 12.2 hands, a medium pony is from 12.2 hands to 13.2
hands, a large pony is from 13.2 hands to 14.2 hands.
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2007-2008Worksheet #1
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, page 231.
Other parts to find:
Shoulder
Barrel
Hindquarters
Point of Buttock
Buttock
Shoulder
Name the Parts
Throttle
Cheek A. ______________
Chingroove B. ______________
C. ______________
D. ______________
E. ______________
F. ______________
G. ______________
H. ______________
I. ______________
J. ______________
K. ______________
L. ______________
M. ______________
N. ______________
O. ______________
P. ______________
Q. ______________
R. ______________
S. ______________
T. ______________
U. ______________
Horses are measured in ______. One hand = ______ inches.
Small ponies measure less than __._ hands. Medium ponies
measure up to __._ hands. Large ponies measure from __._
hands through __.2 hands. A horse measures over __._ hands.
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Face Markings
Bald Face
Snip, stripe & star
Leg Markings
Remember to
check out the “D”
manual for more
markings!
Coronet Anklet Sock or Half-Stocking Stocking
Ermine Spots
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Standards
D2 – Name &
Colors, Markings & Patterns describe 6 colors
of ponies. Name
& describe five
markings on
Snowflake ponies.
D3 – Describe
the
characteristics of
a strange pony
clearly enough
Leopard Spot
for another
person to
recognize it
within a group.
Include: color,
breed, markings,
Blanket size, sex, and
obvious
conformation
characteristics.
Note: we will be
covering
conformation soon!
Dorsal Stripe
Palamino Dapple Grey Bay Chestnut Strawberry Roan
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Light Horse Breeds
Thoroughbred
Morgan
Arabian Saddlebred
Quarterhorse Mustang Standardbred American Paint
Heavy Horse Breeds
Belgian Shire Friesan Clydesdale
Pony Breeds Percheron
Shetland
Connemara Pony of the Chincoteague
Welsh Hackney Americas (POA) Ponies
Haflinger
Fjord Icelandic
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2007-2008Worksheet #2
A. __________________________________
A C
B. __________________________________
C. __________________________________
D. __________________________________
B E. __________________________________
D E
1. ________________
2. ________________
3. ________________
4. ________________
5. ________________
1 2 3 4 5
A bay horse is _______ with _______ ________. Chestnut is also called ________.
Reddish-brown with the same color or _________ tail, mane and legs. May be ______
chestnut, _____ chestnut or ______ chestnut. Mane and tail may be _______.
A grey horse is _______ or ________ colored with ______ skin, eyes and muzzle.
Greys are born dark colored and grow lighter as they age, until nearly ______. True
white ponies are born with ______ skin.
Roan ponies are black, bay or chestnut with ______ hairs mixed through the coat. May
be a ______ roan (black or brown roan), a ______roan (bay or chestnut roan) or a
_______ roan (light chestnut roan). A ______ pony is tan or mouse colored with a dark
stripe down the back, known as a ________ stripe. A golden dun with dark points and
stripe is called a ________.
See ‘D’ Manual pages 232-233 to check your answers!
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2007-2008Barn & Pasture Management
At the Pony Club D Level, you will learn about basic pony care and should begin to do as
much daily care as you can. However, you will need to know more about pony care and
management before your are ready to take over the care of a pony on your own. An
experienced horse person should supervise your pony’s care and management, show you how
to care for your pony and help you with any problems.
Pastured Pony
A pastured pony leads a more natural life. HE can
graze and exercise when he wants to, and is less
likely to be too frisky or develop bad habits (stable
vices) from being closed in and bored. However, he
will still need daily visit for feeding, care and pasture
maintenance, and he may be hard to catch or
covered with mud when you want to ride. Pasturing
also requires more land, good fencing and a shed or
shelter, and you will have to provide hay whenever Pastured ponies can be hard to catch
there is not enough good grass. If you have a stable
that opens onto a pasture or paddock, you may be
able to let your pony go in and out as he pleases,
feed and water him inside, and keep him in his stall
when you want him inside.
Stall Vices
Pastured ponies can be hard
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship to keep clean!
“D” Level pages 180-182.
Stall Management
Biting or nipping Stall Kicking If your pony is kept in a stall, you will have to use
Cribbing Stall Weaving bedding to keep his stall clean and dry and to
Kicking Wind Sucking give him a cushion to stand on and lie down on.
Pacing Pawing There are many kinds of bedding, including
Wood Chewing shavings, straw and sawdust. The kind of
bedding you use probably depends on what is
easy to get and is affordable in your area.
Your pony’s stall must be kept clean, or it will
become wet, smelly and unhealthy. The stall
should be cleaned thoroughly at least once a day.
When you clean a stall, you should take out the
manure and wet bedding, but any good bedding
should be saved.
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2007-2008Stable Management
D-3 Standard: Demonstrate how to clean and bed a stall, giving reasons for each
step. Know use of hay net and the dangers of improper use.
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, pages 179-180.
Steps to Clean a Stall
1. Pick out all manure and soiled bedding from the surface and throw it into a wheelbarrow
or muck bucket. If you use straw for bedding, a pitchfork works best. If your stall is
bedded with shavings, sawdust, or shredded paper, a ‘stall picker’ with times set close
together makes it easier to pick manure out of the bedding.
2. Sort through the bedding with the fork or picker, turning it over and throwing out the wet
and soiled bedding and manure. Separate the good bedding and pile it in a clean spot,
against the stall walls. Be sure to find and clean out wet spots.
3. If the pony will be out for several hours, you can dust the wet spots with lime and leave
the floor bare. This let the floor dry out and air.
4. Re-bed the stall. Add just enough fresh bedding to replace what you took out, and mix
it with the saved bedding. Do not waste bedding but use enough to give your pony a dry,
comfortable surface upon which to stand and lie. Spread it evenly over the floor and bank
it up higher against the side walls and corners. This helps keep the pony from getting
cast, or stuck, in his stall if he rolls.
5. Notice anything that need repair or could hurt your pony, like splinters or nails that stick
out, and take care of it immediately.
6. Clean the feed tub and rinse out the water bucket and refill with fresh water.
7. ‘Picking out a stall’ means doing a quick pickup of manure instead of a thorough
cleaning. If you pick out a stall later in the day, rather than doing a thorough cleaning, it
will stay cleaner and save your work and bedding.
Hay Nets
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, page 179-180.
Your Barn Tools
Keep your pony’s stall clean – he will
love you for it!
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2007-2008Worksheet#3
Stable Management – Cleaning & Bedding a Stall
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, pages 176-178.
1. Utensils (tools) needed to clean a stall are:
a. ___________________________________________
b. ___________________________________________
c. ___________________________________________
d. ___________________________________________
e. ___________________________________________
2. Steps to clean a stall are:
a. __________________________________________________________
b. __________________________________________________________
c. __________________________________________________________
d. __________________________________________________________
e. __________________________________________________________
f. __________________________________________________________
g. __________________________________________________________
3. Some types of bedding are:
a. __________________________________________________________
b. __________________________________________________________
c. __________________________________________________________
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2007-2008Worksheet #4
Cleaning a Stall, Hay Nets
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, pages 178-182
1. Describe how to clean and bed a stall.
a. ___________________________________________
b. ___________________________________________
c. ___________________________________________
d. ___________________________________________
e. ___________________________________________
f. ___________________________________________
g. ___________________________________________
2. Always tie the hay net to the same ring as the one to which the pony’s halter is
tied. true false
3. Rules for tying hay nets are:
a. ___________________________________________
b. ___________________________________________
c. ___________________________________________
d. ___________________________________________________
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2007-2008Toxic Plants
BLACK NIGHTSHADE WATER HEMLOCK
Grows everywhere. Vine with purple flower, Everywhere. Grows in low, wet areas.
green & red berries; grows in fence rows, Roots harmless in spring, but toxic the rest
hedges, and pastures. of the year.
Leaves are most toxic from early summer to Symptoms: Loss of muscle strength,
late fall. Small amount (1-10lbs) may be especially in hind legs; tremors, coma
fatal.
Symptoms: Heavy breathing, agitation,
weakness, rapid death.
OLEANDER ORNAMENTAL YEW
West Coast & elsewhere. Ornamental house Northeast & Midwest. Landscaping shrub. Very toxic;
& garden plant. All parts of the plant are very even a mouthful can be fatal. Don’t let pony nibble on
toxic. 4 ounces can be fatal. Plant clippings shrub or eat clippings.
are especially dangerous as they are sweet. Symptoms: Trembling, labored breathing, collapse.
Symptoms: Severe diarrhea, abnormal
heartbeat.
Rhododendron Digitalis
Cousin to azaleas & camellias (Foxglove)
Everywhere. Ornamental shrub. Leaves are Everywhere. It only takes a few hundredths of a
most toxic. percent of an animal’s weight to be fatal. Toxicity is
Symptoms: Depression, difficulty breathing, affected by drying or aging.
collapse and coma. Symptoms: Colic, bloody feces, poor appetite, pain,
frequent urination, irregular heartbeat, possible
convulsions.
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2007-2008Ragwort – Tansy Ragwort – Groundsel – Chokecherry – Wild Black Cherry
Senecio Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, Upper
From Plains States to SW, Pacific NW. May be Midwest. Grows in fence rows and hedges,
eaten in pasture when grass is poor: eating 20 especially dangerous when leaves are wilted
pounds at once or smaller amounts (per day) over (broken branches or after frost). Wilting
several days or weeks causes liver damage. releases cyanide and makes them sweet. 10-
Symptoms: yellow mucus membranes, liver 20 # can be rapidly fatal.
failure, depression, lack of coordination. Symptoms: Heavy breathing, agitation,
weakness, rapid death.
Yellow Star Thistle – Russian Knapweed Bracken Fern
CA, Rocky Mountains, Plains States. Must eat a NE, Pacific HW, Upper Midwest. Found in
large amount (50-100% of body weight) before wooded areas. Usually eaten in the Fall when
showing symptoms…but, by then the damage is pasture is poor. Must eat large amounts over
beyond help. Plant tastes good, so horses will 30-60 days before symptoms appear.
continue to eat it. Causes inability to use thiamine.
Symptoms: Unable to chew or swallow. Symptoms: Loss of appetite, loss of
coordination; may stand with legs braced.
Horsetail
Midwest to Pacific NW and SW. Grows in wet marshy Milkweed
or meadow areas. Poisoning only occurs when eaten in West, South and Middle of US. Leaves or other
hay. Eating hay containing horsetail for 30-60 days above-ground parts of the plant are poisonous.
causes thiamine deficiency. Poisoning also may occur if animals are fed hay
Symptoms: Lack of appetite, loss of coordination containing large amounts of milkweed.
Symptoms: Depression, weakness, and
Also watch for: frosted grass (especially clover, staggered gait. Difficulty breathing. Rapid
alfalfa) & lawn clippings. Not toxic, but can cause weak pulse. Loss of muscle control. Elevated
colic. temperature, violent spasms, bloating
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2007-2008Leading, Handling & Tying
D-2 Standard: Lead mount correctly in bridle and tacked up. Do walk-halt-walk
transitions in-hand. Lead mount in and out of stall safely, tie up in appropriate
place with quick-release knot.
D-3 Standard: Lead correctly, moving horse forward with whip or assistance (if
necessary). Do walk-trot-halt transitions in hand. Lead safely from both sides.
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, pages 135-141.
Know how to do everything described in this section.
Leading
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, page 154-155.
When leading a tacked-up pony, handle him with the bridle reins. The stirrups
should be run up and the reins over his head. Stand on the left side of his
neck and hold the reins about 6 inches below the bit with your right hand. Hold
the slack of the reins so that won’t high the ground in your left hand. Be gentle
because your pony has a bit in his mouth. Don’t let him stop to eat grass.
Tying
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, page 141-145.
Walk-Halt-Walk Transition
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, page 135-141.
When asking your pony to halt, stop and gently put a little pressure on the
reins and bit.
Give him a voice command, such as ‘ho’ or ‘whoa,” after his name. As soon as
he stops, reward him by giving him some slack in the reins. When asking him
to walk forward, say his name and a voice command, such as “walk on.” If he
does not walk right away, give a gentle tug under his chin. Reward him when
he obeys.
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2007-2008Worksheet #5
Leading
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, pages 131-175.
1. Leading a pony in a straight line at a trot is called ________________.
2. You should be able to lead your pony from either side.
true false
3. Rules for using cross-ties are:
a. _______________________________________________________________
b. _______________________________________________________________
c. _______________________________________________________________
4. A horse that has been worked very hard may need special cooling-out. Some
rules are:
a. _______________________________________________________________
b. _______________________________________________________________
c. _______________________________________________________________
d. _______________________________________________________________
e. _______________________________________________________________
f. _______________________________________________________________
g. _______________________________________________________________
5. A pastured horse’s coat is protected by the natural grease and ____________.
It helps protect him from getting _______________ and _____________________.
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2007-2008CONFORMATION & LAMENESS
Know common conformation faults of the neck, back, should, head, and
pasterns.
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” level, pages 244-245
Conformation of the Horse
Although a horse’s basic body conformation will vary by breed, all horses should have basic
"athletic" structural attributes. A horse’s conformation determines how well it performs the
functions asked of him.
GOOD CONFORMATION
Short, well-muscled back
Medium-length neck, slightly arched
Small head, well set on neck
Large eyes with pleasant expression
Large nostrils
Long, sloping shoulder
Pasterns of medium length and slope
POOR CONFORMATION
Long, hollow back
Short neck
Ewe neck (dips on top, bulges
underneath
Large coarse head, set on neck at
awkward angle
Pig eyes, unpleasant expression
Small nostrils
Short, upright shoulders
Short, upright pasterns
Long, flat hind pasterns, too much
slope
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2007-2008Poll: bony prominence lying between the ears.
Except for the ears, it is the highest point on the
horse’s body when it is standing with its head
up.
Crest: moderately lean in mares but inclined to
be fuller in stallions. Curved topline of the neck.
Forehead: should be broad, full and flat.
Nostrils: should be capable of wide dilation to
permit the maximum inhalation of air, yet be
rather fine.
Muzzle: the head should taper to a small
muzzle, the lips should be firm and the lower lip
should not have the tendency to sag.
Point of Shoulder: a hard, bony prominence
surrounded by heavy muscle masses.
Breast: a muscle mass between the forelegs,
covering the front of the chest.
Chest: an ideal chest is deep and contains the
space necessary for vital organs. A narrow
chest can lead to interference with the front
legs. Chest muscles should be well developed
and form an inverted "V." The prominence of
chest muscling depends on the breed.
Forearm: forearm should be well muscled, it extends from the elbow to the knee.
Knee: joint between the forearm and the cannon bone.
Coronet: band around the top of the hoof from which the hoof wall grows.
Hoof: horny wall and the sole of the foot. The foot includes the horny structure and the pedal bones and navicular bones, as well as
other connective tissue.
Pastern: extends from the fetlock to the top of the hoof.
Sesamoid
Flexor Tendons; run from the knee to the fetlock and can be seen prominently lying behind the cannon bone, when it runs parallel
to the cannon bone it constitutes the desired "flat bone.”
Fetlock: joint between the cannon bone and the pastern. The fetlock joint should be large and clean.
Cannon: lies between the knee and fetlock joint and is visible from the front of the leg. It should be straight.
Underline
Hock: joint between the gaskin and the cannon bone, in the rear leg. The bony protuberance at the back of the hock is called the
point of hock.
Gaskin: region between the stifle and the hock.
Stifle: joint at the end of the thigh corresponding to the human knee
Flank: the area below the loin, between the last rib and the massive muscles of the thigh.
Loin: the loin or coupling is the short area joining the back to the powerful muscular croup (rump).
Croup: the croup (rump) lies between the loin and the tail. When one is looking from the side or back, it is the highest point of the
hindquarters.
Back: extends from the base of the withers to where the last rib is attached.
Withers: prominent ridge where the neck and the back join. At the withers, powerful muscles of the neck and shoulders attach to
the elongated spines of the second to sixth thoracic vertebrae. The height of a horse is measured vertically from the withers to the
ground, because the withers is the horse's highest constant point.
Throat Latch: the neck should be fine at the throat latch to allow the horse ease of flexion.
Neck: lightweight horses should have reasonably long necks for good appearance and proper balance. It should blend smoothly
into the withers and the shoulders and not appear to emerge between the front legs.
Shoulder: shoulders should be overlaid with lean, flat muscle and blend well into the withers.
Barrel: should be narrower at the shoulders and widen at the point of coupling (loins).
Girth: the point where horse should be measured to determine the heart girth which can be
used to determine the horse’s weight.
Elbow: bony prominence lying against the chest at the beginning of the forearm.
Hindquarters: give power to the horse. They should be well muscled when viewed from the side
and rear.
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2007-2008DESIRED HORSE TRAITS
HORSE WITH MANY FAULTS
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2007-2008Front View
A. Straight legs,
good front
B. Splay-footed
C. Pigeon-toed
D. Knock-kneed,
narrow front,
base wide.
E. Base-narrow
F. Bow-kneed
A
Side Front A. Correct, good
View bone
B. Pastern too
straight
C. Pastern too long
and flat, angle
different than foot,
“coon footed”
D. Calf-kneed, short,
straight pastern
E. Buck-kneed or
over on the knee
F. “Tied in” or fine
bone below the
knee
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2007-2008Hindlegs
A. Straight legs
B. Slightly cow-hocked
C. Extremely cow-hocked,
splay-footed
D. Bow-legged or bandy-
legged or “too wide.”
Pigeon toed
E. Base-narrow or stands
close.
F. Base-wide or stands wide.
Hind end
A. Correct skeletal structure
B. Correct leg set
C. Sickle-hocked or to much
set
D. Post-legged or too
straight – “coon-footed.”
E. Camped-under or stands
under.
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2007-2008Worksheet #6
CONFORMATION
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, pages 231-246
1. Leg markings are described by how far ___________ the leg the white
reaches.
2. A fully grown pony measures less than ___________ hands.
3. Conformation means the way a pony is __________.
4. Why is conformation important? _____________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
5. Label the diagram from the choices below (and see if you can describe
each fault):
Ewe Neck Goose Rump
E
Lop Ear Roman Nose
Short, Straight Pasterns Straight Shoulder
Sway Back
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2007-2008TACK & TURNOUT
D-3 Standard: Rider in safe and neat attire. Pony to be neatly groomed,
with feet picked out, showing farrier care. Tack to be properly adjusted,
safe, and clean. Describe formal attire, informal attire.
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, chapter 13, pages 283-296.
How clean does everything need to be?
Your pony should be as clean as possible with no dust or mud. His eyes, nose, lips, and dock
should be wiped clean. Definitely clean out his feet! Any white markings should be WHITE! Brush
his mane and tail neatly. His tack should be freshly cleaned, with no dust or dirt jockeys. Pay
special attention to the tack’s stitching, girth, and stirrups. The saddle pad should be freshly
laundered and rubber stirrup pads should be scrubbed clean. You should be dressed neatly, with
your boots wiped free of dirt and dust. Put petroleum jelly (Vaseline) on any cuts or scrapes
that your pony may have. Make sure your tack is properly adjusted and the stirrups are run up for
your inspection! Above all, make sure everything is in a safe condition.
What should I wear?
For a D-3 rating, attire (dress) may be formal, or informal and neat. Make sure your attire is
correct. In hot weather, a polo shirt, breeches or jodhpurs (with a belt if they have belt loops),
paddock shoes, jodhpur boots, or tall boots, an STEM/SEI approved riding helmet with harness
(straps) fastened, and your Pony Club would be appropriate if okayed by the District
Commissioner. For cooler weather, a turtleneck or close-fitting sweater may be fine, again if
approved by the District Commissioner. Gloves are optional, as long as they aren’t white. No
jewelry except for the Pony Club pin! Long hair should be braided, put in a bun, or tucked into your
helmet*. Long and medium-length hair should always be in a hair net! Check the D-rating level
standards for exact attire requirements.
*although hairnets are no longer required according to the latest Horse Management rulebook, they are always to
be recommended!
QUICK TEST
Identify the following as ‘formal’ or ‘informal:’
a. __________ ratcatcher shirt
b. __________ white stock tie
c. __________ any conservative color for pants
d. __________ solid hunt coat in black, navy, or charcoal (no pinstripes)
e. __________ black boots
f. __________ any color coat except solid black
g. __________ white, buff, canary, or tan pants only
h. __________ white shirt with long sleeves
2. White glove are optional. true false
3. Allowed jewelry is __________ and __________.
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2007-2008SADDLES
Dressage Saddle All Purpose Saddle Close Contact
Saddle
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2007-2008BRIDLES
Figure 8 Noseband Flash Noseband
Drop Noseband Regular Cavesson
Crank Noseband
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2007-2008Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D”
Level, pages 83-85 and 253-258 & USPC
Horse Management Handbook.
You will need:
Small sponges (2 or 3)
Saddle rack and tack-cleaning hook to hold tack
Clean rags
Small bucket with warm water
Metal polish
Leather cleaner (castile soap, Murphy’s Oil, dish soap)
Toothpicks
Plastic mesh dish scrubber
Leather protector (glycerin saddle soap bar)
Toothbrush
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2007-2008To Clean Tack
1. Prepare: Strip saddle by removing girth, stirrup leathers and irons. Remove stirrup pads
from irons and take apart bridle. Place bit and stirrup irons in bucket of water.
2. Cleaning: Dip sponge in warm water and wring out until nearly dry. Rub sponge over leather
to remove dirt and sweat. If tack is very dirty, add a very small amount of cleaner (dish soap)
to water and if cleaner is used, be sure to wipe off with clean, damp sponge (be sure to use a
damp, not wet, sponge). If the tack has “dirt jockeys” (dark greasy dots or patches of dirt), you
may use a toothbrush or plastic mesh dish scrubber to remove them. Use metal polish to
clean metal parts. Toothpicks may be used to remove green ‘goop’ that is sometimes around
metal. Clean stirrup pads with brush and sink cleanser (e.g., Ajax). Clean elastic on girths
with baking soda or toothpaste (not gel) and toothbrush to whiten (it rinses out easily).
3. Conditioning: Leather should be soft and supple. If oil is needed, apply small amounts to the
underside with a small, one-inch paint brush. Work the oil into the leather by bending it back
and forth with your hands.
4. Protecting: Glycerin soap will seal the pores of the leather to protect and nourish it – do this
after oiling. Dip the bar into water and work the glycerin into a dry sponge. Apply glycerin in a
circular motion to all parts of the leather. If the sponge gets too dry, sprinkle water on it to
dampen it. After glycerin is applied to leather, fingerprints may be seen. Use a toothpick to
remove excess soap from holes.
Commonly Used Products
Cleaners Protectors
Lexol Cleaner Domestic Bar Glycerin
Hydrophone Saddler’s Belvoir Glycerin
Leather Care Farnum’s Liquid Glycerin
Kirk’s Castile Soap Hydrolan
Murphy’s Oil Soap Fiebing’s Saddle Soap
Horseman’s One-Step
Oils and Conditioners
Fredelka
Pure Neatsfoot Oil
Vegetable oil
Bienenwach’s Leather Balsam
Lexol Conditioner
Lexol Neatsfoot Oil
Tanner’s Dressing
Olive oil
Horseman’s One-Step
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2007-2008Worksheet #7
TACK, TACKING UP & CONDITIONING
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, pages 145-158.
1. How tight should the girth be? _______________________________
2. Stretching both forelegs is a good idea after tightening the girth.
true false
3. ‘Loosening the girth’ means it is okay for the saddle to slip off your pony’s
back.
true false
4. Stirrups must always be ____________ ___________ whenever the rider
is out of the saddle.
Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, pages 145-158 .
5. A _______________________ pony is not physically fit for ordinary work.
6. _________________ and _________________ are ways of giving a
horse exercise when he is not ridden.
7. A horse needs cooling-out if he has puffy breathing and flared nostrils.
true false
8. Ways to help cooling-out are ______________ and _________________.
F.
A. _____________ E.
B. _____________
D.
C. _____________
D. _____________ C.
E. _____________
F. _____________ B.
G.
G. _____________
A.
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D –Bookwork
2007-2008Boots & Bandages Bandaging D-2 Standard: Give two reasons why you would bandage a mount’s leg(s). D-3 Standard: Describe what critical areas are protected by shipping bandages or boots, and give reasons for their use. Read USPC Manual of Horsemanship “D” Level, chapter 13, pages 216-218. There are several kinds of bandages you might need to use on a pony. They are used for different reasons: • Shipping bandage: supports and protects against bumps and scrapes when traveling • Stable bandage: supports, protects, and keeps legs warm in the stall and prevents legs from swelling after hard work. • Exercise bandage: supports and protects legs against knocks and scrapes during work. • Treatment bandage: supports, protects, and treats injuries. Bandages are made up of leg wraps (usually knitted, flannel, or special elastics material) about 9 feet long, leg pads (made of sheet cotton, polyester, cotton quilts, or special leg pads), and fasteners (Velcro, safety pins, or tape). For Pony Club tests, sheet cotton must be used for leg pads. Shipping bandages are used for support and protection against bumps and scrapes when traveling. The most critical areas they protect are the coronary band and the heel bulbs. A good shipping boot absolutely must cover these areas! They also protect the cannon bone, tendons, fetlock, pastern, and skin during travel. CAUTION: All bandages must be put on correctly or they can damage your pony’s legs. Do not try to put on a leg bandage without hands-on help from someone who is experienced in correctly bandaging legs. Silver Bits Pony Club 39 D –Bookwork 2007-2008
HEALTH CARE
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Signs of a Healthy Horse
• Horse is alert and content
• Eyes are clear and bright
• Normal breathing; 8 to 12 breaths per minute
• Coat is shiny and skin is loose and supple
• Eating and drinking normally
• Passing manure normally; about 8 times a day
• Passing urine normally; urine is clear or light yellow
• Stands normally on all four legs; may rest a hind foot, but does not
rest a front foot
• May lie down and stretch for a while, but gets up easily
• Normal temperature is between 99°F & 101°F
When to Call the Vet
Temperature of 103F or higher
Deep wound or puncture
wound
Profuse bleeding which does
not stop
Lameness
Horse not responding to
treatment
Colic
Mare having trouble foaling
Nasal discharge or persistent
cough
Something is wrong and
problem can not be
determined.
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2007-2008VETERINARY KNOWLEDGE
D-2 Standard – Give one reason why a veterinarian might treat your pony
D-3 Standard – Give two reasons to have your pony routinely checked by a
veterinarian & give some symptoms of a sick or injured pony that would cause
you to seek help.
Your pony should be checked by an equine veterinarian at least once a year,
usually in the spring and again in the fall.
• The vet will examine your pony all over to make sure he in health and
sound. He will listen to your pony’s heart and breathing, and take his
pulse and respiration rates. He will also record your pony’s temperature
• The vet will check your pony’s teeth and float them if necessary.
• The vet might worm your pony for you.
• One of the most important reasons to have your vet visit your pony
regularly is to give vaccinations. There are diseases your pony can be
protected against by being vaccinated. Some of these are: Tetanus--
West Nile Encephalitis—Encephalitis--Equine Influenza (flu)—
Rhinopneumonitis—Rabies—Strangles--Potomac Horse Fever
Your horse may need more than one vaccination for flu/rhinovirus and West
Nile virus each year.
It is important to have your vet’s phone number posted in the barn, in your
house and in your record book!
My vet’s name:
___________________________________
My vet’s phone number:
___________________________________
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