16 PRINCIPLES OF DOG TRAINING. 
another, over which he will be as frantic as be- 
fore, and, finding himself again restrained, will 
attempt to dodge his head under your wrist. 
Hold him back firmly, but kindly, and repeat the 
command “ ITeed”’ several times, before releasing 
him to the order “ Hie on.” Repeat the lesson 
frequently during the day, and always at meal- 
times. Never permit him to eat without this 
restraint upon his eagerness, and in a few days 
you will see that he is beginning to associate the 
command “ Weed” with the act of stopping, and 
“Hie on” with that of going forward. Then, 
in order to make him obey without holding, tap 
him lightly on the head when he appears too 
eager, and say “Teed.” In this way, he will 
soon learn to stand and patiently wait the order 
“Hie on.” Continue this practice for several 
days; in all probability, you will then be able, 
while several feet from your dog, to make him 
hold his position, and advance at the word of 
command. 
You must be patient and forbearing; do not 
attempt too much, or severely test your pupil’s 
mental capacity. Remember to give but one 
lesson at a time, for a term of days or weeks, in 
