THE MEXICAN BIT AND CURB. 87 



it between the arm and body for a few moments, or 

 rubbing it between the hands, or on something 

 woollen. But to avoid the trouble permanently, 

 through ignorant grooms, the bit in winter should 

 be covered with leather or rubber to prevent such 

 prolonged and intolerable suffering." 



The tongue so injured must take a long time to 

 heal? 



** It is as severe and painful as a bad burn, and no 

 horse should take the bit after such a misfortune, 

 until entirely recovered." 



