TRAINING AND HUNTING 59 



of the hunter and quickens his blood as do the 

 drum and bugle that of a soldier. 



One of the most important lessons to be 

 taught is that domestic animals are not legiti- 

 mate quarry. The worst habit a hound can 

 acquire is sheep killing; once acquired, no 

 earthly effort can break him of it. Young 

 hounds should be coupled and frequently taken 

 through sheep pastures. Should one show a 

 disposition to run or attack a sheep, ride him 

 down, whip him thoroughly, and give him the 

 impression that you intend to kill him then and 

 there. Should he repeat the offense, tie him 

 with a short rope to a vicious old ram who 

 will take pleasure in cracking a few ribs for 

 him, and he will forevermore lose his appetite 

 for mutton. 



As a precaution against hounds running 

 deer, a young goat should be kept in and about 

 the kennels. To prevent gun shyness go to the 

 kennels at feeding time and while the hounds 

 are eating, fire a few shots from a small 

 rifle. Should any of them show any evidence 

 of fright or alarm speak to and pet them. 

 The next day use the twenty-two cartridges, 

 then a revolver and gradually lead up to a 

 shotgun. After firing lay the gun on the 

 ground for the dogs to inspect at their leisure. 



