A short glossary for beginners
Gaits, tack and care: everyday words for anyone who spends time with horses.
Every world has its vocabulary. Here are some terms you will come across often on this site.
Gaits
Walk, trot and canter are the basic gaits. Some breeds have gaits of their own, such as the Brazilian marcha and the Icelandic tölt.
Tack
Bridle, reins, saddle, stirrups and saddle pad make up the basic set. Correct fit matters as much as quality.
Care
Trimming is the shaping and balancing of the hooves; shoeing, the fitting of horseshoes. Both are done by professionals.
