6 MANUAL OF FARM ANIMALS 



the animal is being taken out, as this serves to stimulate the 

 animal and he shows to advantage. As the horse passes into 

 the yard, the door-way affords a very good place to examine the 

 horse's eyes, nostrils, mouth, and noting the age. 



Fig. 1. — Abab Stallion "Shahwan." Imported by J. A. P. Ramsdell, of 

 Newburg, N. Y. 



The Arab horse, named after his native country, is particularly noted as being the 

 animal that gave the English Thoroughbred running horse its speed and endur- 

 ance. Arabs are full of quality, very intelligent, and docile. They are chiefly 

 used as officers' chargers, or for siring polo ponies. 



Examination of the horse in action. — First, note action while 

 being led by the halter. Without regard for type, observe the 

 walk. This is a much neglected though very important gait 

 for all types and breeds of horses. Next note the trot, and, 



