312 EDUCATING THE HORSE. 



place it under the other strap or cord, forming a 

 loop by means of the crupper or loop near the 

 buckle with the buckle outside, now pass the end 

 of the strap up on the inside and front of the leg 

 and around the gambol-joint, bring it down and 

 buckle it ; when you want to clinch the nails let 

 out the strap two or three holes and draw up 

 tightly on the rein or cord that is in front of the 

 breast and around the neck. By this means you 

 can accomplish the desired end, as you have the 

 foot and leg under your control. 



Should the horse attempt to recline over on 

 the blacksmith, put on the Bonaparte bridle with 

 double half-hitch, and pull quickly two or three 

 times, and he will gladly stand erect while being 

 shod. 



