HORSE SENSE. 



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It is quite evident from the appearance of the horse in the illus- 

 tration, cut No. 89. that if the attachment give way he is at liberty, 

 but, on the other hand, if the attaciimcnts are strong enough he is 

 bound to come to the ground on his nose and knees, as will be seen in 

 cut No. 91. 



Now that we have the horse in this helpless condition, we must not 

 keep him there long, or he will get discouraged and lie down, and 

 possibly refuse to get up. But if we hold him in this position but a 

 moment, or until he becomes comparatively quiet, then go to him 

 calmly, caress him, put one arm under his neck, loosen the reins and 

 rope, and lift on him a little, with an encouraging word to get up, he 

 will get to his feet promptly, and be a little more careful afterwards. 



