34 THE AMATEUR TRAINER. 
Now stroke and pat him, also speak kindly, such as 
“Good boy,” etc.; reach for his plain collar, buckle 
it on, slowly strip off the force collar (buckle side 
up), lay it aside, take up the chain and lead him 
out to the kennel; attach and leave him without 
further proceedings. 
During the hot season it is best to select either 
the cool hours of morning or evening for the lessons 
to be given, and the same hour should be adhered to 
each day, if possible. 
As on the day previous, bring in the dog, put 
on the force collar, and make a few rounds in the 
manner as before, then reverse by placing the dog 
towards the center of the room and yourself towards 
the wall, and march to the left. The dog will be 
apt to run ahead and obstruct your way ; prevent 
this by taking up cord short, so as to bring his head 
about parallel with your body, and when turning to 
left raise the left foot high, near up to his head, 
slightly touching him on side, whereupon he will 
turn away to desired direction. Avoid stepping 
upon his feet. After fifteen rounds to the left 
alternate the walk from left to right, and continue 
this until he well understands and closely watches 
your movements. Lead to kennel in former manner, 
“SIT DOWN l" 
Bring in your dog; make a few rounds to rignt 
and left, stopping in center of room ; take up the 
cord short into right hand* releasing hold with left,' 
