A horse that exhibits additional gaits beyond the basic walk, trot, and canter is referred to as what?

A horse that exhibits additional gaits beyond the basic walk, trot, and canter is referred to as gaited. Gaited horses possess unique natural gaits that might include smooth and rhythmic movements, allowing for a more comfortable ride, especially over long distances. These gaits are genetically inherited and are often associated with specific breeds, such as the Tennessee Walking Horse, Paso Fino, or the Icelandic Horse, which can have gaits like the "running walk," "rack," or "tölt." This ability to perform extra gaits is a significant characteristic that distinguishes gaited horses from non-gaited horses.

In contrast, the other terms don't specifically refer to the additional gaits a horse may possess. Draft refers to a type of horse bred for heavy work and pulling; premium denotes a classification of superior qualities or standards, often relating to conformation and overall quality rather than the specific gaits a horse exhibits; and registered indicates a horse that is officially recorded with a breed registry, which doesn't inherently imply the presence of additional gaits.