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area of surface upon which the horse stands, included 

 within lines connecting the four points of contact, his 

 feet. Length of leg in turn is largely a matter of length 

 of cannon, and a short cannon is correlated with breadth, 

 depth and compactness, all features of the power type. 



FIG. 48. The power horse type. 



Breadth, involving primarily the skeleton, increases the 

 base of support laterally, thereby giving greater stability 

 of balance, and it also insures skeletal foundation for 

 the development of a greater muscular system. Depth, 

 directly related to heart, lung and digestive capacity, is 

 essential in order that the horse shall be capable of main- 

 taining a continuous supply of energy throughout his 



