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exciting himself either in the stable or when 

 at work. In some cases it is impossible 

 discover the cause or causes at work. In 

 obscure cases a complete change of diet, and, 

 as far as possible, of the surroundings, often 

 have a wonderful influence. For example, 

 a couple of months' run at grass in the spring 

 or summer is most beneficial to thin hide- 

 bound horses. Failing this it will often be 

 found useful to fill the manger at each stable 

 hour with chaff ; this will give the horse some- 

 thing to pick at, and keep him from fretting. 

 Some men get horses into condition more 

 easily than others, and it will often be found 

 that a thin horse put into good hands will 

 rapidly improve. 



The Dung : 



Under the ordinary corn and hay diet the 

 dung should be of a light brown colour. If 

 dark in colour or foul smelling the want of a 

 change in diet or a laxative is indicated. The 

 droppings should be removed at once by the 

 stable guard, and they should be periodically 

 examined for passed oats and for worms. 

 Some horses, more especially geldings, acquire 

 the habit of eating their droppings. This is 



