108 HOW TO CHOOSE A HORSE 



Wind-Sucking:. 



This is a very objectionable practice, 

 and many wind-suckers also bite the stable 

 fittings, especially if wooden ones. Once 

 acquired, the habit continues, and leads 

 to digestive complaints, consequently such 

 animals are generally not the most thrifty. 



Wind-sucking is denoted by a "gulping" 

 sound, heard at frequent, but irregular, 

 intervals. 



To mitigate this evil habit, a strap is 

 commonly worn around the upper part of 

 the throat. 



Crib-Biting:. 



Constandy biting the fittings leads to wear 

 of the fronts of the incisor teeth. 



