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consider, in the most proper way. Some masters 

 pi hounds do this, and for a handsome yearling will 

 give a price corresponding with his looks; but 

 show them a plain one, I think their observation 

 will be likely to be something to this effect : " Yes, 

 I have no objection to buy him — he will carry 

 the servants;" but this destination of the colt, it 

 will be found, will make the difference of more than 

 half between his price and that of the one bought in 

 anticipation of his carrying the master. Both colts 

 may have equal promise of making hunters, but 

 looks make all the difference in price : it is true, the 

 somewhat plain colt may grow into a very fine and 

 handsome horse; but it will be found difficult to 

 persuade persons that he will do so, and the buyer 

 will not run the risk of his doing so, though he will 

 run that of his handsome yearling disappointing his 

 expectation on reaching maturity. 



It is not necessary in these pages to offer any 

 directions or advice on the treatment of mares in 

 foal, further than I have done touching the necessary 

 convenience for their comfort, safety, and well doing. 



