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place while he is being snaffle-ridden at a 

 smart pace, than if it is deferred urtil he is 

 being suppled at a halt or a walk. Use them 

 lightly ; and be ready to explain their applica- 

 tion, if he shows signs of fear or temper, by 

 adding that of the whip. When he answers 

 them kindly and promptly, without shrinking 

 together or laying back his ears, it will be 

 time to proceed with the second and more 

 difficult part of his education. 



