46 HOW TO CHOOSE A HORSE 



deep, thus allowing- the lungs and heart to 

 have full play when great strain is thrown 

 upon them. 



Horsemen sometimes speak of such an 

 animal as being '' well-hearted." 



Neck thick and broad below, joining 

 shoulders covered with deep muscles, which 

 should lead on to a long and strong forearm. 



Pay particular attention to the legs and 

 feet. 



Broad knees and short legs are typical of 

 the well-bred Shire. When handled below 

 the knees one should feel little beyond skin, 

 sinews, and bone, known amongst horsemen 

 as " clean legs." Plenty of fine silky hair 

 below is"' a sign of good breeding. Broad 

 loins and long quarters are most essential. 

 The hocks should be clean, broad below, and 

 free from spavin. 



