19 PRATTS POINTERS ON THE HORSE 



gives precision. The paces are the walk, trot, single 

 foot, or fox trot, canter, gallop, pace, and run. A good 

 quick walker is a point of excellence, and that feature 

 should be watched before purchasing. 



GENERAL 

 NOTES 



CHAPTER II. 



THE STABLE. 

 Although many improvements are con- 

 stantly added to dwellings, too frequently 

 the stable is neglected. In many other- 

 wise perfect establishments, the horses are kept in badly 

 arranged houses. Every stable must have good ventila- 

 tion, absolute cleanliness, plenty of room, light and be 

 kept free from dampness. Careful attention given to 

 the planning of the details before building insures 

 healthy horses and a saving of money. 



.^^*^.^i., I All critics and builders ag^ree that the 

 LOCATION I *^ 



I stable should be built on a slight eleva- 

 tion, near the dwelling and facing the south. The 

 elevation will allow good drainage ; the nearness to the 

 dwelling means convenience, and with a southern 

 exposure the stable will be lighter and brighter. Sun- 

 light purifies the air of the stable and eradicates disease 

 germs . 



