Fear Free Equine Module 3

T/F: It's easiest to load a horse toward his barn or herd.

True

When horses are tied in the trailer: (choose all that apply)

-The horse should ideally be tied with a breakaway function of some type, in case of accidents. -Horses are sometimes left loose if they have colic -Horses may be positioned in specific ways in the trailer if they have a fractured limb (broken leg) -Tying a horse helps keep him from biting or pestering his neighbors in the trailer

Trailer safety includes which of the following:

A, B, and D only- Good footing, Truck and trailer size-matched, Driver awareness and alertness

What are some ways to reduce noise in a trailer?

All of the above- Secure all chains or latches, Add padding to moving metal parts, Use ear "poufs" or ear plugs for horses

Getting in a trailer will stimulate the following senses:

All of the above- Sight, Sound, Touch, Hearing

Horses should be trained to load and ride in a trailer because:

All of the above- They might travel for recreation or shows, They could have a medical emergency, A natural disaster could necessitate evacuation

When a horse is loaded in the trailer, a handler should:

Allow him to investigate the floor by sniffing, licking or lipping, or pawing

Which of the following is TRUE:

C and D only- A Victory Visit is a critical training step for a horse, and should be undertaken after the horse is trained to load and ride in the trailer, -It's helpful to have a seasoned, calm, familiar companion along for the ride on a Victory Visit for an equine

T/F: A horse trailer with one axle is better because it's less expensive to maintain therefore leaving horse owners with more money to pay for horse feed and veterinary visits

False

T/F: The first time a horse travels in a trailer should be to a new location so that he gets used to everything that is expected of him.

False

Which of the following is most likely to happen if a horse sniffs a trailer floor and the owner or handler pulls on the lead rope?

Horse anxiety increases

Which of the following is true about unloading horses?

Horses may be unloaded either way, (frontwards or backwards) depending on a variety of factors including horse training level, footing, and possible injuries

Which of the following is true?

If forage is provided, moistening it may reduce air particulate

When using Pre-Visit Pharmaceuticals (PVPs) for horses: (choose which is TRUE)

PVPs include analgesia for horses who are painful due to colic or other medical problems

Horses are most comfortable riding:

Slant load

Which of the following is most important for transporting a patient with a fracture or other serious leg injury?

Stabilization of the fracture with splint or injury with bandage

T/F: A horse-owner's anxiety will not affect the horse's willingness to load in a trailer.

True

T/F: Loading a sick, debilitated, lame,, or injured horse may be different than loading a healthy, well-trained horse into a trailer.

True

Which is the safest choice?

A bumper-pull trailer with a double axle on a truck with heavy suspension

When teaching a young or inexperienced horse to load in a trailer, which of the following is useful?

All of the above- Using positive reinforcement, Feeding a horse while he's in the trailer, Using a step-wise training approach, Hauling the horse for a short distance with a seasoned traveling companion