CHAPTER XX 

 THE SUFFOLK DRAFT HORSE 



Of the six major breeds of draft horses in America, the 

 Suffolk was the last to be introduced, and is, perhaps, the 

 least known, although the breed as such is one of the 

 oldest of the draft type. 



The native home of the Suffolk draft horse. — This 

 breed was largely developed in the eastern part of Eng- 

 land, especially in Suffolk county, which has long been 



FIG. 113.— SUFFOLK STALLION 



noted for the general excellence of its heavy horses. 

 This county comprises about 1,500 square miles. The 

 soil is fertile, providing nutritious pastures and suitable 

 for the development of heavy horses. Another important 

 factor is the habits of the people, who possess a natural 

 love for the breeding of horses, a characteristic of all 

 Britons. 



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