When all four feet are off the ground at the same time i.e. when jumping or on the flat in trot/canter/gallop.
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Mounting
To get on a horse/pony.
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Mounting Block
A large block of wood or stone which the riders stands on to get on the horse, much reducing strain on the horse's back compared to mounting from ground level.
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Muck Sweat
Colloquial term referring to a condition of a horse when, through hard work or over-excitement, it has sweated to such an extent that it is covered with lather.
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Mucking Out
A daily stable task involving the removal of dirty soiled bedding and sweeping of the stable floor before replacing the bed.
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Mud Fever
A skin infection around the coronet, heels, and lower legs, however it can occur on the back, stomach, and flanks. Lesions are matted hairs and thick scabs that leave red, moist areas when removed.
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Mule
The offspring of a male ass and female horse. Mules are usually infertile.
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Muzzle
Is the at the end of the horses head.
Is what covers the horses teeth. Is very flexible.(Has to be to eat.)
