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The horse world has its own horse language and equestrian words of equine terms,and you might not understand all the words you read and hear.
This equine reference list explains what some of these words mean.
U
Under saddle
When a pony or horse is ridden.
Unsound
Health problems or lameness.
Up to weight
Capable of carrying a heavy rider.
VW
Vaulting
Jumping onto a horse without using a saddle.
Warmblood
In general terms it is the crossing of two different breeds, like the Thoroughbred crossed with another breed to produce a specific type of horse.
Water brush
This is a short-bristled brush that is soaked in water and used to lay the mane and tail in place during grooming.
Waist
This is the narrowest part of a saddle's seat.
Whip
A stick like device, used to urge a horse forward.
Withers
The bony ridge at the bottom of the horse’s neck.
A horse is measured at its withers.
XYZ
Yearling
A horse or pony one year old.
Zebra bars
Dark, stripped markings which are found on the forearms and can also be found on the hind legs.
AHS - Arab horse society
BSPS - British show pony society
FR - First ridden
BHS British horse society
BS - British show jumping
HOYS – Horse of the year show
HH – Hands high
SP – Show pony
XC – Cross-country
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