Tack

Part of the harnessing for a draft animal or riding animal. Includes bit, bridle, reins and any other rigging used on the horse.

Tie down

Western term for martingale. A piece of harness used on a horse to keep it from raising its head above a desired point.

Tobiano

A white pattern where white crosses over the spine.

Tovero

Combination of the overos and tobianos characteristics. They do not clearly belong to either the tobiano or overo pattern.

Tree

The core of the saddle which is then covered with leather. Provides support and help distribute the weight along the horse's back.

Trot

A two-beat gait between the walk and the lope.

Turnout

To release a horse into a field, paddock or arena.