Horse Training by Modern Methods

by Allan Melvill Pope

Commands.

For First Exercise.—1. On two tracks. 2. Haunches in. 3. March.

For Second Exercise.—1. On two tracks. 2. Haunches out. 3. March.

For Third Exercise.—1. On two tracks. 2. Right oblique. 3. March.

For Fourth Exercise.—1. On two tracks. 2. Haunches in (or out). 3. March. (Foot-note to Saumur Notes.)

About on the Forehand at a Halt.—To execute this movement from left to right the aids are as follows:

1. Carry the weight of the mass over the shoulders by the equal action of both legs.

2. Just as the horse is about to move out, close the fingers on the reins and prevent further advance.

3. Use the right rein of support to bring the weight upon the left shoulder.