THE BIT AND REINS 



but not rough in its use of the 

 reins. 



Much depends upon the bit. A 

 bit suited to one horse may be 

 entirely unsuited to another. 



It is important that the bit be 

 adjusted to the mouth of the ani- 

 mal, both with respect to size and 

 width. Furthermore, the bit 

 should be attached to the bridle 

 in such manner as to '*hang free" 

 in the mouth and not to draw^ up 

 at the sides, thus causing discom- 

 fort to the horse. When the reins 

 hang loose, the bit should offer 

 no pressure at any point on the 

 horse's mouth. 



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