THE HORSEMAN. 105 



This is caused by a weakness in the knees, sprain in 

 the shoulders, and from a habit of carrying the head too 

 low. 



We have already stated (see remarks on the horse 

 Chapter III.) that the action of the shoulders is confined 

 when the head is too low, and that some horses, from 

 weakness in the forehand, hold the head down and seek 

 the aid of the bit. 



To remedy this fault, procure a powerful bit with 

 short branches, and keep him constantly in hand. 







