This glossary will grow over time. If you think that any of the words could be described better please let us know. I have just put a few words in for now to get the ball rolling.
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Agistment: |
To provide feed, shelter and water for horses for payment |
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The signals by which the rider communicates with the horse | |
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All-purpose saddle: |
A saddle that is suitable for jumping and flat work riding |
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Arena: |
A flat area that is designed for working a horse. Can be fenced or unfenced. |
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Sensitive, still, educated hands that can feel the horses mouth | |
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The horse becomes accustomed to scary sights and sounds through repetition | |
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Hand |
Horses are measured from the withers to the ground in hands - a hand equals four inches |
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The limbs and body can function independently of each other while riding | |
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The horse gives up trying out responses and becomes dull and lifeless | |
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The removal of pressure - this removal of the pressure trains the horse | |
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The addition of reward - the horse learns that a reward follows the correct response | |
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Punishment |
Occurs after the incorrect response. It says no but it does not help the horse understand |
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