The gait markers include:

• A rushed gate (more than 40 trot steps per 15 seconds), irregular rhythm in trot or canter, repeated changes of speed in trot or canter
• Gait is too slow (less than 35 trot steps per 15 seconds), passage like trot
• Spontaneous change of gaits, for example breaks from canter to trot 
• The horse moving on 3 tracks in trot or canter, where the hind limbs don’t follow the forelimbs 
• Bilateral hind limb toe drag, or stumbling repeatedly in front or behind 
• Sudden change of direction against rider’s cues, spooking 
• Incorrect strike off in canter, or cross-cantering 
• Reluctance to move forward or stops spontaneously
• Bucking or kicking backwards
• Rearing