HS 215 Home on the Range

What are the four main areas involved in providing for the welfare of horses?

• Physical, social, chemical, and biological

• Physical, emotional, chemical, and biological

• Social, emotional, chemical, and biological

• Physical, social, emotional, and biological

Which environment involves animal behavioral considerations related to how horses interact with other horses?

• Physical environment

• Social environment

• Chemical environment

• Biological environment

What does the chemical environment include in terms of air quality?

• Temperature and heat loss factors

• Water quality and air contaminants

• Stall space and feeder space

• Animal behavior and interactions

Why is adequate ventilation necessary when horses are housed in an enclosed area?

• To increase temperature

• To reduce the presence of air contaminants

• To minimize space requirements

• To enhance social interactions

What should be considered before constructing a horse facility?

• The number of employees

• The local climate conditions

• The purpose of the facility and regulatory requirements

• The type of flooring used

What is a common issue with wooden stall floors when they are wet?

• They become more absorbent

• They are resistant to pawing

• They tend to be slippery

• They require less bedding

Which material is mentioned as being difficult to find for stall floors?

• Limestone dust

• Clay and sand mix

• Asphalt

• Rubber mats

What is the minimum recommended size for a stall for stallions and foaling?

• 10-foot by 10-foot

• 12-foot by 12-foot

• 14-foot by 14-foot

• 5-foot by 9-foot

What should the height of the stall be at a minimum?

• 5 feet

• 7 feet

• 8 feet

• 10 feet

What is the purpose of using limestone dust in stall floors?

• To make the floor more absorbent

• To allow for drainage

• To make the floor slippery

• To attract rodents