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.ongitudinally, through which the collar of the dog is put. 
and the whole is buckled round his neck : the piece of wood 
being projected beyond his nose, is then fastened with a 
piece of leather thong round his jaw ; by this means the 
peg protending seven or eight inches beyond his muzzle, 
effectually prevents him from putting his nose to the ground. 
The following is a representation of an iron puzzle, re- 
tommended by Colonel Hawker, which is more convenient 
tfian a wooden one. 
When a dog perfectly knows his game, it is time to bring 
him under complete discipline and obedience. He should be 
taught, before being brought to the held, to lie down the in¬ 
stant he is desired, by repeating to him the word down! 
If he is unruly, it will be necessary to use the trash-cord , 
which is a rope or strong cord, about twenty yards in length, 
attached to his collar, which he is allowed to drag after him 
while ranging. Endeavour always to keep within reach of 
the cord, and when it is necessary to call him, check him 
smartly with it, if he fails to obey. This, repeated several 
times, in general has the effect of teaching him to come at 
call. When expedient, he should be caressed, and rewarded 
with a bit of bread, and this should be done as often as he 
yields his due obedience. 
The check-collar is an excellent instrument for this pur¬ 
pose, and has been found more effectual in curing dogs of 
these bad habits than the trash-cord. The following repre- 
