A morning workout when the horse is running at a gait which varies from slow to moderately fast.  Less strenuous than a work.

An opening in the rail where horses enter and leave the racecourse.

A card, issued by the starter, stating that a horse is properly schooled in starting gate procedures.

A male horse of any age that has been neutered by having both testicles removed (gelded).

An elastic and leather band, sometimes covered with sheepskin, that passes under a horse’s belly and is connected to both sides of the saddle to keep the saddle in place.

A dirt track that is almost fast.

A classification of select stakes races, denoted by Roman numerals I, II, and III with Grade I being the highest quality, established in 1973.  These races must meet certain criteria and are graded based upon quality by the American Graded Stakes Committee.  Capitalized when used in race title (the Grade I Kentucky Derby).  See "group race."

Infection of the hoof resulting from a crack or bruise in the sole usually requiring rest.

A term to describe the color of a horse whose coat is primarily a mixture of black and white hairs.  The mane, tail, and legs may be either black or gray, unless white markings are present.  Starting with foals of 1993, the color classifications gray and roan were combined as "roan or gray."  See "roan."

A person who cares for a horse in a stable.  Known as a "lad" or "girl" in Britain.

Established in 1971 by racing organizations in Britain, France, Germany, and Italy to classify select stakes races outside North America.  Collectively called "pattern races."  Equivalent to American graded races.  Always denoted with Arabic numerals 1, 2, or 3.  Capitalized when used in race title (the Group 1 Epsom Derby).  See "graded race."