SOUND AND UNSOUND HORSES 



For heavy draught horses it is not 

 objectionable. With increased length 

 of back, there is a corresponding increase 

 in the length of the chest. 



The hack should never be narrow. 

 Such is commonly associated with flat 

 sides, general unthriftiness, and a defec- 

 tive breathing apparatus. 



A straight back is of good confirma- 

 tion. 



A Sway, HoUow or Concave Back 



is rather objectionable, resistance 

 being diminished, consequently pace 

 interfered with. 



A roach or convex back predisposes 

 to over-reach. In purchasing a hunter 

 or park hack this form of back ought to 

 be particularly avoided. 



The loins should be wide and short, 

 especially in saddle horses. Flexibility 

 is all important, any tendency to- 

 wards anchylosis being highly detri- 

 mental, especially in a jumper. 



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