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fatigued by being forced to walk backwards. The 

 strap passing through the surcingle keeps, or ought 

 to keep, the trainer in his right place — he is not to 

 pull or in any way fatigue himself more than he can 

 help, but, standing upright, simply follow the^ horse 

 about, guiding him with the bridle so he will not 

 precipitate himself against the side of the stable or 

 room in which you are exercising him. When held 

 and guided properly, he will soon sink down. Corn- 

 fed horses will hold out longer than grass-fed ones, 

 and the most energetic horse will scarcely struggle 



