l68 FEEDING FARM ANIMALS 



the same mixture as at noon. After the horse has 

 finished this grain ration let him have some timothy 

 and clover hay in addition ; no more than what he 

 will eat up clean should be given. 



What has been said in reference to roughage and 

 grain materials will apply as well to the feeding of 

 the stallion as to work horses. The stallion should 



STALLION FOR FARM USE 



not be overfed but kept in good flesh and in trim 

 condition. Exercise is necessary. During the serv- 

 ice period he should have a large box stall wherein 

 he will have freedom to move around, and should be 

 exercised out in the open air a half hour each day. 

 Light work in harness or in the field is not objec- 

 tionable. This will keep the stallion quiet, make 

 him docile and contribute to vigor and health. 



