Suffolk Punch circa 1830

Popularly amongst the old time horsemen and other exponents of the heavy horse, either for agricultural or draught purposes , the preference for an animal which is shorter in the leg, being sounder in wind and limb and generally preferred, a wonderful example of this stamp of horse is the old Suffolk punch much renowned for his sheer pulling power and highly recommended.

Self explantitory really, be sure to have the farrier attend to trim  & shoe your beasts regularly, in addition carry a hoof pick with you always...and do not distain to use it!