But my method of the pillar, as it throws the horse yet more upon the haunches, is still more effectual to this purpose, and besides always gives him the ply to the side he goes of.
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The horse's neck is between the two reins of the bridle, which both meet in the rider's hand.William Cavendish
You may observe in all my lessons, that I tell you how the legs go, and those who are unacquainted with that, are entirely ignorant and work in the dark.
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Use gentle means before you come to extremity, and whatever lesson you work him, and never take above half his strength, nor ride him till he is weary, but a little at a time and often.
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But there is nothing to be done till a horse's head is settled.
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You should pull him back besides in all the lines before the quarter, just as you make the others advance.
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I would have you fasten instead of holding it, the rein that comes back to your hand to the pommel of the saddle, because it has the greater force.
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