ADVANCED MERIT: HORSEMANSHIP
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 1.  Name four Breeds of horses and explain what each breed is noted for.

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 2.  Demonstrate how to harness and saddle a horse.

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 3.  Explain what each piece of saddle and harness is and its purpose

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 4.  Demonstrate how to properly ride a horse at a walk, a trot, and a gallop.

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 5.  Show how to properly mount and dismount.

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 6.  Show how to clean, oil, and treat the saddle and bridle.

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 7.  Demonstrate your ability to feed and water a horse.

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 8.  Explain how to shoe a horse.

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 9.  Explain 6 common horse diseases, their symptoms, and their cures.

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10.  Explain what a gait is.

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11.  Name four types of gaits.

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12.  List and diagram the different parts of a horse.

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