Handling the Hind Feet 



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hold with the right hand. With the left hand reach 

 over, rub the quarter and pinch the flexor muscle 

 just above the hock (Fig. 24). Gently lower the 



Fig. 26. — Third position in picking up a rear foot. 



front foot with the right hand and reach down and 

 pick up the hind foot (Fig. 25). Hold for a moment 

 (Fig. 26) then gently place on the ground. Repeat 

 the same process on the off side. Work only as 



