Show colt gains most weight during the first year more than 50 per cent of the total increase in weight from birth to maturity occurs during the first year of 0 a colts life seventy five per cent ol of the increase in depth of of chest takes place during the same period this means that adequate feeding is essential it if the proper growth of the skeleton Is t to take tak ln the place asserts an authority in the michigan farmer colts that are being raised for sale are in greater demand if they are kept in good condition liberal feeding of grain and hay will accomplish corn com this on the other hand colts will develop into good farm work horses if they are fed limited grain rations but are allowed plenty of good hay this system is economical and produces horses that are sound in their feet and legs A good grain mixture for the first two years consists of two parts by weight of corn two parts parti oats and one part wheat bran mixed hays such as timothy alfalfa and timothy clover are satisfactory good pasture helps reduce the amount of grain and hay needed and results in cheaper production provide salt as needed and have plenty of fresh water available at all times |