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and perfect fearlessness. But in some cases, after long con- 

 tending with his subject, he would resort to quite gentle means. 

 The most celebrated tamer, however, was the Cork Whisperer, 

 so called because it was supposed his charm consisted in whisper- 

 ing to his subject. His name was Sullivan. He would go into 

 the stable with his subject, and, after remaining some time, 

 would come out with the animal perfectly subdued. It is most 

 likely his art consisted in perfect fearlessness. A vicious horse 

 would tremble if Sullivan but spoke to him. His power was 

 complete ; he never failed to subdue his subject. 



The most distinguished of horse-tamers of the present time 

 is Rarey, of our own country. He has exhibited his art in this 

 country and Europe, to the wonder and satisfaction of all who 

 have witnessed his performance. 



BITING. 



Some horses, from natural viciousness of temper, resort to 

 biting, as a means of preventing man from handling them. 

 But the habit is generally induced by the mischievousness of 

 boys about the stable, pinching the horse to see him nip at 

 them. The horse acquires a love for the fun, and presently 

 nips to the red, and finally becomes so confirmed in the habit 

 that it is dangerous to be about him. A severe clapboarding 

 may deter him from it, but cure is not always possible. The 

 only safe way is to prevent that sort of play with the horse 

 that gets him into the habit. It ruins a horse, because it 

 renders him unsafe. 



VICIOUS TO CLEAN. 



Some horses wdll hardly submit to being cleaned. They 

 resort to stamping, biting, and kicking to avoid it. Some 

 horses may be made to stand quiet by taking a clapboard 

 and slapping their sides until the horse is subdued; but don't 

 give another lick, for he may be aroused to show fight. If 

 this or gentle treatment does not answer, have a ring 2)laced 



