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THE TEETH OF THE HORSE 



covered with the gum, but they are seen quite distinctly in outline, and 

 here and there the points may appear uncovered. The condition of the 

 temporary incisors is indicated in the illustration (fig. 602). 



It will be observed that the front or central incisors are much larger 

 than the next in order — the lateral incisors. The drawing represents the 



Fig. 602. -Incisors of Colt at birth 



Fig. 603. — Incisors of Colt at two months 



bottom jaw, which is usually examined; but the condition of the teeth is 

 very much the same in both jaws. 



For six or seven months after birth no additions are made to the 

 number of molars or incisors. 



The four incisor teeth, top and 

 bottom, gradually advance and 

 the gum recedes, and at the 









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Fis^. 604. — Incisors of Colt at six months 



Fig. 605. — Incisors of Colt at one year 



age of six montlis the appearance of the front of the mouth is as shown in 

 the drawing (fig. 604). 



The incisors show a line of wear on their upper surfaces, and the molars 

 also exhibit a worn surface. 



At nine months preparations are being made for the teeth which 



