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them. In other words, the softer the mouth is, the higher should 

 be the mouthpiece; and the harder, the lower should it be placed. 

 In no case, however, should it press on or even touch the corners 

 of the lips or the tushes. 



"We learn from the foregoing remarks that the proper ten- 

 sion of the curb-chain and the right position of the mouthpiece 

 in the mouth of the young horse can be found only from ex- 

 perience, which should be gained from very slight effects thaq. 

 can be gradually increased in severity as the case may demand." 



