2 The Horse and his Master 



conveys the proper meaning, the object being to train 

 the horse so as to increase his efficiency, and not to 

 break the high and superb spirit that makes him the 

 most desirable of all animals. 



The usefulness and value of a horse depend on 

 his training and on his being readily subservient to 

 his master's will. With few exceptions, such as in 

 high-acting coach work, fast work on the race-track, 

 saddle work and the like, training the horse for his 

 life-work is not difficult. Yet much of the mean- 

 ness and viciousness existing among horses is due to 

 improper training, poor management and injudicious 

 care. The trainer and the driver, though innocent 

 of the fact, are at fault more often perhaps than the 

 horse. To avoid this deplorable state of affairs, a 

 careful study of the horse and his surroundings should 

 be made in order that the animal may be trained, 

 managed and cared for in a way to enable him to 

 develop his greatest usefulness. 



THE HORSE AND HIS INTELLIGENCE 



In horse training, the two most important factors 

 to be considered are the horse and his master. Of 

 these, the master — his nervous disposition, temper, 

 and personal habits — is of vital importance. While 

 knowledge of the methods employed in training is 

 not difficult to obtain, the successful application calls 

 for certain qualities in the master. The lack of such 



