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Five Gaits Of A Horse

Horse training is an art that can be practiced and learned by anyone. But just like in other arts, there are five basic gaits that all horses must learn. These are called the five gaits of the horse. If you want to improve the way your horse moves, it is important to understand these five gaits.

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1

Walk

Walk

This is the first and most basic gait that all horses learn. The walk is when the horse is moving forward. The horse is walking on its front legs.

2

Trot

Trot

The trot is when the horse is moving forward while turning its hind legs underneath.

3

Canter

Canter

The canter is when the horse is moving forward while turning its hind legs underneath. The canter is a faster gait than the trot.

4

Lope

Lope

The lope is when the horse is moving forward while turning its hind legs underneath. The lope is a slower gait than the trot.

5

Gallop

Gallop

The gallop is when the horse is moving forward while turning its hind legs underneath. The gallop is a fast gait.