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Equine Sciences Extension Program

Horse Locomotion - Back

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Characteristics

  • A 2-beat diagonal gait.
  • Leg sequence is same as at trot; speed is slower; right front/left hind — 1st beat left front/right hind — 2nd beat.
  • Natural gait to all breeds.