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lots where the horses can be let out for exercise when not 

 at work. A few grass lots of this kind, where the horses 

 can be divided up, will help considerably in making the 

 feet and legs last longer, as continued standing upon 

 board, cement, or other floors of that nature is destructive 

 to the best interests of the feet and legs. Pastures into 

 which the horses may be turned during Sunday or idle 

 days are essential, as this lowers the cost of feed, and also 

 lessens the danger of azoturia. A little grass will also 

 help the digestive system by keeping it in better tone, 

 and thereby insure a longer period of usefulness for the 

 horse. Exercise lots should be provided where horses 

 can be turned out at any time. These should be long and 

 narrow rather than square or circular. In some sections 

 they will need to be graveled or floored on account of mud. 

 Twenty-five dollars will surface a fair-sized lot. This lot 

 will be a poor substitute for regular work, but will aid 

 greatly in keeping in condition horses that are irregularly 

 used. 



