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him, in the centre of the stable ; begin at his head to 

 caress him, gradually working backwards. If he move, 

 give him a cut with the whip, and put him back to the 

 same spot from whence he started. If he stands, ca- 

 ress him as before, and continue gentling him in this 

 way until you can get round him without making him 

 move. Keep walking around ■ him, increasing your 

 pace, and only touching him occasionally. Enlarge 

 your circle as you walk around, and if he then moves, 

 give him another cut with the whip, and put him back 

 to his place. If he stands, go to him frequently, and 

 caress him, and then walk around him again. Do not 

 keep him in one position too long at a time, but make 

 him come to you occasionally, and follow around in the 

 stable. Then stand him in another place, and proceed 

 as above. You should not train your horse more than 

 half an hour at a time. 



