20 SADDLES. 



dependent of, and distinct from, the bridle) 

 and never be hooked on the reins of the 

 bridoon or curb-bit ; because, on either of 

 them, it would operate against the principle of 

 the bridle, by forming an acute angle in the 

 rein the martingal is attached to, and drawing 

 the bit downwards, rendering it useless by 

 relieving the mouth from its pressure ; besides, 

 affording a horse the convenience of stooping 

 his head to kick up behind. 



SADDLES 



THEIR FORM, AND POSITION ON THE HORSE 



GIRTHS, BREAST-PLATES, CRUPPERS, 



STIRRUPS — IRONS AND LEATHERS. 



Saddles, though of various forms, should 

 not be too high before, nor too low behind, but 

 should be so shaped as to place the rider full 

 upon his own seat, and in the centre of the 



