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flies. It is well to have at least one extra blanket for a change, as 

 clothing worn constantly becomes filled with sweat and dirt, requir- 

 ing occasional cleaning. It is also much better to have one suit for 

 night wear and another for the day. In addition to the close-fitting 

 clothing, a large blanket, which covers the animal from ears to 



Fig. 45. — HORSE ARRA.TED TS FULL WALKING SUIT. 



croup, is very useful to throw over a horse which is brought in wet 

 with rain or sweat. Such blankets are made of woolen fabric, and 

 cost from seven to ten dollars each. 



It is never advisable to retain the quarter piece imder the har- 

 ness when driving or working, even if the horse is clipped. It is 

 soon wet with perspiration, and as soon as the motion ceases and 

 the horse stands still, it becomes cold and frozen, causing great dis- 

 comfort and serious risk. But a blanket should always be carried 

 along to throw over the horse whenever it is stopped. To leave a 

 horse standing unprotected in the wind and cold, is not only a piece 

 of thoughtless cruelty, but it may induce acute and fatal disease. 



