Dead Heat
Two or more horses finishing so close at the wire, that they were unable to be separated on a photo finish and deemed to have tied.
Bobble/Stumble
A slip or a duck from a horse trying to leave the starting gates, often caused by the surface giving way under the feet. This can range from a mild misstep to a stumble down to their knees.
State-Bred
A horse bred in a particular state and thus eligible to race in restricted state-bred races. These can be anything from maiden races to stakes events.

