The Gentleman's Seat 91 



Many imperfect riders, as soon as their horse 

 begins to rear, hang on the reins by natural im- 

 pulse. This is very dangerous, as the horse is 

 likely to be pulled over on the rider, especially if 

 he possess a light mouth. Whenever the horse 

 rears he should have perfect freedom of his head, 

 and the body of the rider should incline forward 

 as much as possible. I can only indicate what 

 should be done at such times ; the doing, however, 

 is not easy, except to the accomplished horseman. 

 If a horse swerve round suddenly on his hind 

 legs it is better to go with him, and not to attempt 

 to stop him, as, by so doing, you are hkely to pull 

 him over. At the same time check all such 

 manifestations. 



Never allow him to turn away from any object 



he shows fear of. Take him gently but firmly up 



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