i6o THE HORSE 



toughened somewhat by washing his back with salt 

 and water; but this should be done when the horse is 

 cool. A leather saddle pad, with ventilating holes in 

 it is lighter, more easily cleaned, and more durable 

 than any other saddle pad, and is the best thing of the 

 kind for ordinary use. But for long journeys, some- 

 thing more substantial and softer may be required, 

 either a thick felt pad or a woolen blanket carefully 

 folded. 



