Equestrian Grammar – Gaits vs Gates. They mean completely different things. Make sure you are using them correctly.
Gaitsย =ย the paces of an animal, especially a horse or dog.
(This horse has exceptional gaits = The walk, trot and canter on this horse are lovely.)
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Gatesย = a hinged barrier used to close an opening in a wall, fence, or hedge.
(This horse has lovely gates = NOT POSSIBLE. This horse may go through gates well, but it definitely does NOT have gates.)
Author: Una
Una moved to Colorado in 2007 and started the Colorado Horse Forum as a way to meet other equestrians in the area. Una now rides and competes in dressage. She operates a small dressage horse breeding program in Castle Rock.
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