138 THE HORSE 



of ponies, or small horses, which, if good, are likely to 

 be much in demand in the near future. It certainly 

 would not be as difficult to produce a breed, or at all 

 events a variety, of ponies at least as well suited to the 

 special needs of Americans as are the trotters, pacers 

 and roadsters. There certainly is a large place for good 

 small horses and ponies, as well as for large and fast 

 ones. Now that good foundation stock is at hand for 

 forming such a class of horses, it would be unfortunate 

 if the opportunity were lost. Must we be importing for- 

 ever, or shall we be wise and produce animals worthy 

 of being exported to the best high-priced markets of 

 Europe * 



