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| Cattle Inspector | Lawman whose job it is to inspect cattle for proper ownership and health |
| Brand | A symbol burned into the hides of animals as a mark of ownership |
| Lariat | From Spanish “La Riata”, meaning rope |
| Maverick | Unbranded Cattle |
| Quirts | Small whips |
| Saddle | Leather seat on horse’s back where the cowboy sat, sometimes had more leather for comfort |
| Wrangler | Ranch hand who takes care of the saddle horses |
| Chaps | Protective leggings worn while riding in rough country |
| Sombrero | From Spanish word sombra, meaning shade. Broad-rimmed hat with high crown |
| Stirrups | Were used to hold feet in place while on a saddle. Made of wood or metal |
| Bridle | Headgear of a horse that has a bit and reins |
| Bits | Steel part of a bridle in the mouth of a horse |
| Bull | Adult male of the bovine animal |
| Calf | Young Cow |
| Heifer | Young cow that has not had a calf |
| Cow | The mature female cattle |
| Hobbles | Placed in the front feet of horses to allow them to graze while limiting their ability to run away |
| Poncho | Small blanket with an opening cut in the middle for your head |
| Remuda | A herd of saddle horses |
| Slicker | Yellow or black raincoat worn for protection |
| Spurs | Metal wheels used to urge on a ridden animal and worn over boots at the heels |
| Vaqueros | Spanish Cowboys |
| Chuck Wagon | Wagon which carried the food and cooking provisions on the trail drives |
| Roundup | Gathering scattered cattle together, usually to brand them, doctor them, or prepare them for market |
| Rustler | Cattle or horse thief |
