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or near hind foot ; thirdly, the near or left fore foot ; and 

 lastly, the right or off hind foot. 



This pace is performed with the least exertion to the 

 horse, only one foot at a time being off the ground. 



The horse should put the feet flatly to the ground, in 

 regular time, his steps being quick and animated, and 

 measuring exact distances. 



To perfect the horse in the walk, the rider should be 

 steady in his seat, animate him with the legs or whip, 

 and sustain him with the bridle hand. 



If the rein is drawn too tight, the horse will be thrown 

 upon his haunches, thereby diminishing the stride ; if too 

 slack, he w r ill extend his neck, carry his head low, be in- 

 attentive to his steps, move slovenly, and occasionally 

 stumble. 



If the horse is too much urged, he will trot. 



SECTION III. Turns in the Walk. 



All turns should be made slowly, combining the aid of 

 the legs with a firm and steady bridle hand. 



In executing the turns with the bridoon or snaffle reins 

 separated, the hand to the side the turn is made, should 

 be carried out and a little lower than the other, which 

 must be kept in the original position for the purpose of 

 supporting the horse after the turn is made. The elbows, 

 of course, should be close to the body. 



With the full bridle (bit and bridoon), or the snaffle 

 reins crossed in either hand, the hand should be carried 



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