100 FOOD. 



the different glands of the body, and thereby renovates 

 the whole mass of fluids. The bowels become for two 

 or three days, not only relaxed, but often gently and 

 effectually purged, from the effects of which the horse's 

 legs become cool and in shape, and the stiffness of his 

 limbs as well as the staleness of his constitution (oc- 

 casioned by strong work) are carried off. A horse 

 having been thus refreshed, he may be said to be in 

 the highest state of perfection ; that is, as far as re- 

 gards his health ; but how he is to be brought into the 

 highest state of condition, will be fully explained in 

 its proper place. 



In winter, when gi'een food is not to be had, car- 

 rots are an excellent substitute : they are cool, nutri- 

 tious, and easy of digestion. When washed and sliced, 

 they may be given daily in moderate quantities in each 

 feed of corn, to any of the craving horses that may be 

 laying by in loose boxes, and that do not go out to 

 exercise during the winter months. They may be also 

 given to the light delicate horses, or any others that 

 are not in strong'work in the winter. 



The best wheat straw is the most proper for horses' 

 bedding. 



