THE MIND OF THE HORSE 37 



leave the hind legs free. In order to bite a man 

 standing" at his side he faces round towards him. 



In order to swerve and turn back he lowers the 

 fore part of his body, bending his head and neck 

 towards the object inspiring him with fear, and 

 then swerves to the other side. In order to perform 

 any independent movement while in motion, he re- 

 quires first to slacken his speed and get out of 

 hand. 



When he makes these preparations it means that 

 he is intent on getting ready to perform these 

 actions. 



If he stops, sets his feet squarely and stands 

 lirmly, he desires to rear, if he has ever done so 

 before. 



If he experiences fear wliilst he is in motion 

 he goes erect and excited. According to a popular 

 saying a horse that is afraid grows bigger. 



Restlessness and a desire to run away are indi- 

 cative of excitement, fear of man, dread or displea- 

 sure at being left alone. 



Pawing indicates impatience, disobedience, ar- 

 dour or bad temper. 



