Where should you never mount or dismount a horse?

Karin Livingston

9 years ago

Can you answer this and four other horseback riding safety questions?

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Question 1 of 5

1. What should you do immediately after dismounting an English saddle?

loosen the girth

run up the stirrups

pat the horse

undo the throatlatch

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Question 2 of 5

2. If your horse becomes frightened, what should you do?

reassure or get off and lead the horse

wrap your arms around the horse’s neck

hit the horse behind the cinch

yell "Whoa!" at the horse

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Question 3 of 5

3. When should you should tighten the girth or cinch?

when flies are bothering your horse

when riding on roads

after running up the stirrups

after saddling, after walking a few steps, and after mounting and riding a short distance

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Question 4 of 5

4. After running up the stirrups, what should you do?

remove and dispose of any manure

bring the reins over the horse’s head