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PRATTS POINTERS ON THE HORSE 107 



To give a drink or drench, pour the 

 medicine into a strong bottle, raise the 

 horse's head and pour in about three or 

 four ounces at a time. If he refuses to 

 swallow, close the nostrils for a moment. 

 BAi,!, PASSING If bc chokcs, lowcr his head at once. 



DOWN GUI^LET. 



Poultices are for allaying pains, soften- 

 ing the tissues, etc. They should always be large, kept 

 moist, and applied for a considerable time. 



When fomentation is used, have the water hot and 

 maintained at an even temperature as long as required. 



After poulticing and fomenting, dry thoroughly 

 and bandage to protect from the air. 



CHAPTER XII. 



DIFFERENT BREEDS. 



There are many dilfferent breeds of horses, — so many, 

 in fact, that it is impossible to describe all within the 

 space allotted to this chapter; so we mention only those 

 that are prominent and noted for excellence in their 

 particular line. 



ARABIAN I '^^^ Arabian is a distinct variety, and 



I one of the most beautiful of all breeds. 



The Arabian horse is noted for its wide forehead, fine 



