CONTENTS 



Preface. 



CHAPTER I. 



Breeds of Horses: their Points, Probable Cost, etc. 



The Hunter 



The Hack 



Carriage and Light Draught-Horses . 

 Agricultural and Heavy Draught-Horses . 



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CHAPTER U. 



Purchasing Horses at Fairs. Dealers. Veterinary Exami- 

 nations 21 



Hunters 21 



Hacks and Harness Horses 31 



Buying from Horse Dealers 36 



Buying from Private Individuals 37 



Veterinary Examinations 37 



CHAPTER III. 



The Paddock, Stra^v-yard, Stable, and Staelixq 

 The Paddock 

 The Straw-yard 

 Stahles . 

 Dimensions . 

 Ventilation . 

 "Windows 

 Floors and Paving 



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