THE HORSE 12t 



district, season, etc. About thirty pounds a week 

 will make a good bed for one horse ; but under 

 strictly economical management, and if the litter 

 is turned out and dried daily, this allowance can 

 be considerably reduced. In all cases a thick bed 

 should be provided, as it adds to the rest, comfort, 

 and therefore to the general welfare and working 

 capacity of the animaL 



