HARNESSING THE HORSE 



40s 



it should be covered with a sheet and hung in a room con- 

 structed especially for it, as dust, dampness and vermin 

 tend to injure the leather and tarnish the fixtures. It is 

 very important that the bearing parts be kept scrupu- 

 lously clean at all times. This applies especially to the 

 parts in constant contact with the horse, as the collar, 



FIG. 178.— HARNESS REPAIR KIT 



saddle, crupper, and the like. It is not possible to pre- 

 vent sores if these parts are permitted to become dirty, 

 which they will, because of the sweat and dandruff. The 

 collar, saddle and crupper should be thoroughly cleaned 

 each morning before harnessing. 



The entire harness should be oiled frequently. The 

 simplest way to do this, especially with work harness, is 

 to take it apart and soak the parts for fifteen minutes in 

 a tub of lukewarm water containing a handful of wash- 



