82 THE AMATEUR TRAINER, 
dog under consideration, and birds hunted only. 
By observing the actions and attitude of the dog, 
the sportsman soon learns to discern the nature of 
game hunted, scented and pointed by the dog. If 
it is surmised the dog is drawing onto a rabbit, call 
him off and give a scolding, impressing same by a 
sharp jerk on cord, and if he again returns to same 
scent, then order, “Charge !” until cord is securely 
tied to a staple object; order, “Up!” and bring to 
“sit down.” Now encircle the supposed lair of the 
rabbit and endeavor to jump it in the direction of 
the sitting dog. As the rabbit bounds by the dog, 
the latter will most likely break for a catch — he 
catches the collar effectively in the neck, and the 
moment he receives the shock order, “Charge !” in 
a firm, harsh tone. Never shoot the fleeing rabbit. 
But few repetitions will be required to effectually 
make the dog “rabbit proof.” 
REVERSE THE COEEAR. 
The dog has now become steady, and the ap¬ 
plication of punishment by the use of collar made 
unnecessary, but he should still be left in the belief 
that the same remains. Reverse the collar and 
shorten cord to about six inches, which short end 
may dangle about as a reminder. If at any time 
correction shall become necessary, it will be an 
easy matter to again turn the barbs inwardly and 
attach longer cord. The mere presence of the collar 
will tend to greatest steadiness and obedience of 
