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PR/fTTS POINTERS ON THE HORSE 



THE 

 FLOOR 



The best floor is made of cement, comi- 

 gated to keep the horses from slipping; 

 and laid in such manner as to allow 



perfect drainage. The floor, 

 under the stalls, of a large well- 

 regulated stable should be made 

 as follows : The earth dug out 

 several feet, a foundation of 

 rough stones laid, then earth, on 

 top of which straw in large quanti- 

 ties, can be used. In this manner 

 excellent results can be obtained, 

 and it is preferable to any other 

 kind of floor. Brick or wood 



»TA 



CEMBNTED FI^OOR. 



should not be used, as they 



are porous, absorb the man- 



EARTH FI,OOR. 



DRAIN. 



ure and moisture and prevent the stable from being 

 healthy. The floor of stalls must be as level as possible, 

 with the drain- in the centre. 



