IOO THE HORSE. 



htied, whole-coloured leprous, this last expression indicating 

 a portion of white or rose flesh, bare of hair, frequently 

 to be found round the mouth, eyes, anus and vulva. I 

 would point out that on the elevated plateaus of Africa 

 I have met with albino horses among whom the leprosy 

 is an actual infirmity, for, owing to it, they have large 

 patches undefended from heat or the wind, and are 

 unable to endure either bit or bridle. 



Among the most important markings may be noted : 

 the star, list, mule-ray, fox-nose, moustaches, epis, and 

 the white-feet. This last is white upon deep coats, and 

 is found upon the limbs, usually commencing at the start 

 of the coronet. It receives different names, according 

 as it mounts high upon the canon, from the simple trace 

 to the very high white stocking, going from the pastern 

 to the ham. 



In conclusion, let us cite the epis, formed by a tuft 

 of hair which turns up. It is held in very high 

 estimation among the Orientals. 



The knowledge of the coats of the horse needs 

 development. Nevertheless, we would lay stress upon 

 its importance, for it is the first index available for the 

 recognition of a horse, by affording the indication 

 for establishing its identity. 



The seasons and attentions in the stable, can, how- 

 ever, modify the coat. To be complete, it is therefore 

 incorrect to be content in its indication with simply 

 following the designation of the sex, age, or height 

 of the animal. It is necessary to further add the 

 particulars and the appreciations which are the 

 consequence of the detailed examination of the forms and 

 aptitudes of the subject. It will then be a composite 

 indication, the only one of real value. 



