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 out in a beautiful paddock each day and put back into the box stall at night.

The paddock was full of sweet grass, much better than anything Dapples had ever even dreamed of on the island. There were several large trees in the enclosure, so when the sun was hot there was pleasant shade.

Two old horses that had seen their best days kept Dapples company. They were rather disdainful of the Shetland, but kind to him, so his lot was ideal.

What better fun could a Shetland colt wish than to spend the wonderful summer days in a sweet-smelling paddock, where the feed was good and there was cool shade. The air was full of pleasant sounds, and if he felt too full of life he could gallop about in his small pasture to his heart's delight.

Then there were two children who came often to see Dapples. They were about the size of Hans and Olga, so he took to them at once. They were all eagerness to