The equine gait is the manner in which a horse moves. The two most common gaits are the CANTER and the TROT. The CANTER is a three-beat gait that is faster than a TROT, but slower than a gallop. It is characterized by a moment of suspension when all four feet are off the ground. The TROT is a two-beat gait that is faster than a walk, but slower than a CANTER. It is characterized by a moment of suspension when the horse's hind legs are off the ground.