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When taking a horse off the lines, unloose 

 the heel ropes first ; when fastening him up, 

 fasten the heel ropes first. 



Rugs : 



In wet weather, as long as it rains, if pos- 

 sible, do not take the rugs off the horses, 

 even keeping them on at exercise ; 48 hours 

 fairly heavy rain will not soak right through 

 them, and the horses' coats will be warm 

 and dr}^ underneath. Stable guards must 

 loosien the rollieirs when they become taut 

 from getting wet. 



Wet Weather : 



When it rains and the mud is deep in the 

 lines, feed in the nose-bags with oats and 

 chaff, or compressed forage, if obtainable. 

 Draw oats in lieu of hay, or keep the latter 

 till the lines are dry, otherwise more than 

 half of it will be wasted. If hay must be 

 used, feed frequently with small quantities. 



In a wind hay-nets effect a great saving of 

 hay ; horses with a little practice "will pull 

 every bit of it out. 



