TRIED METHOD. 



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as thought necessary for the case, and continue to wind 

 until three or four cords are used, according to the degree 

 of resistance to be con- 

 trolled. Unless in a small 

 place where there is not 

 sufficient room to run 

 around, attach a strap or 

 cord to two or three of 

 those around the head and 

 hold by it, or tie to a hitch- 

 ing-post. 



The principle involved 



is that the greater the FIG. 48. Manner in which a vicious Horse 

 .-. f. .,, will kick when touched with pole. 



strength of will and power 



of resistance on the part of the horse, the more cord must 

 be used, the tighter it must be drawn, and the longer it 

 must be left on. In no case, if put on very tightly, should 



it be left on longer than 

 thirty minutes, while the 

 average time for ordinary 

 cases should not be more 

 than from six to fifteen 

 minutes. It should not 

 be put on carelessly or 

 indifferently, nor should 

 attention be drawn from 

 it one moment until it is 

 again removed. 

 Success will now greatly depend upon the advantage 

 taken while using this treatment, as it will practically do 

 no good to put on pressure and do nothing more. For ex- 



FIG. 49. Submitting to the pole after 

 being subdued. 



