SOUND AND UNSOUND HORSES 



ceeding to the right, unless it be for 

 purpose of comparison. 



Examine the nasal cavity as high up 

 as possible. Note whether dry or 

 moist schneiderian membrane. Next 

 the age, and at the same time see 

 whether the edges of the incisors are 

 worn (cribbing). 



Withdraw the tongue, examine the 

 surface, and inspect the angles of the 

 mouth for thickening or scarring — the 

 result of '' pulling." The molars at 

 this stage also call for inspection. Pe- 

 cuss the frontal and maxillary sinuses, 

 comparing any dulness with the corre- 

 sponding cavities. 



Inspect the eye as far as possible at 

 this stage. With the right hand 

 examine the intermaxillary space and 

 sides of the jaw for swelling, fulness, 

 fistula, etc. The larynx may be 

 " lightly " pressed, noting the character 



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