1 1 6 The Grooni s Guide 



Though occasionally seen, it is uncommon 

 to find such on the hind feet. A ' recent ' 

 corn is indicated by a reddish patch show- 

 ing through the horny sole, whereas an 

 ' old ' corn is blackish or greenish yellow. 

 Corns are an exceedingly common cause of 

 lameness, more especially when beginning 

 to fester, therefore, should the groom find 

 that his horse is lame — unless he knows 

 the lameness to be otherwise caused — no 

 time ought to be lost in taking the horse to 

 the forge, having the shoe removed and 

 the sole pared thoroughly wxll out, especi- 

 ally at the inner heels of fore feet. 



