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LIGHT HORSES : BREEDS AND MANAGEMENT. 



(7) The nails should not be driven higher in the hoof 

 than is needed to obtain a sound and firm hold. 



(8) When the shoe is nailed on and the clenches laid down, 

 the front of the wall should not be rasped, but left with its 

 natural polish, and in all its strength. 



(9) If possible, the frog should be allowed to come in 

 contact with the ground. 



