Above the bit

When a horse raises his mouth above the rider's hands to avoid the pressure of the bit.

Action

The manner in which a horse moves at various gaits.

Aged

Horse over 9 years old.

Alamar Knot

A decorative knot in the same family as the pretzel knot. The knot was worn around the neck of the horse signifying that the horse had become a finished bridle horse. A mane hair mecate was generally used for this purpose.

Azoturia

Condition that affects the muscles of horses, ranging from stiffness and mild cramps to the horse becoming unable to stand with discolored urine. Also referred to as Equine Rhabdomyelosis or tying up.