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the animal is sure to damage itself. Fig. 99 shows a 

 countersunk and harmless latch which can only be opened 

 from the outside, and is especially valuable for a loose box 



Fig. 100. — Harmless Latch. 



Inside View of Fig. 100. 



on that account. Fig. 100 shows one of another type with 

 a harmless handle, this latch can be opened from the 

 inside through the countersunk holes. There should be no 

 springe to these latches, they are of the bolt class, and the 

 bolt is out of harm's way when the door is open. 



Fig. 101. — Flush Handle, sliding door for loose box (Musgrave). 



For sliding doors, such as are frequently used for loose 

 boxes, a flush handle is frequently employed (Fig. 101). 

 Any pattern which gives safety to the horse, and does not 



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