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standing behind a horse in motion should be able to see the 

 glisten of the shoe and note the carriage of the foot. 



The movement of the feet in the trot is such that diago- 

 nally opposite ones are moved in the same direction; that 

 is, the front right and left hind feet move forward together. 

 The trot is known as a diagonal gait. 



The movement of the feet in the pace shows the two 

 legs on one side of the body in like motion at the same time. 



Figure 47. — A good attitude and correct position of legs. Photograph from 

 The Farmer. 



The pace is a side gait of an unattractive character, and 

 pacing horses are sometimes called "side-wheelers." 



The action of the horse is highly valued. A heavy draft 

 horse that has a rapid and true walk will accomplish much 

 more work than will the horse of slow movement. A fast 

 trot is not necessary with the heavy horse; but, when mov- 

 ing faster than a walk, a horse should carry his legs with 

 spirit and ease. A premium is always placed on the action 



