As he is then on the point of raising the left, he will begin with it, and, as soon as the rider turns him to the left, will immediately begin the stride. For it is natural for the horse to lead with the right when turned to the right and with the left when turned to the left. A remarkable proof of X’s. power of observation. When the trotting horse treads with the right fore-leg, the hind-legs are in the position that the horse assumes when galloping on the left lead, and the horse will strike off with the left fore-leg. The exercise that we recommend is the one called the ring, Literally fetter. The old English term is ring, now volte. Of course the horse was exercised first in one direction, then in the other. since it accustoms the horse to turn on both jaws. It is also well to change the exercise, i.e., ride on the other hand; this is not part of the volte. in order that both jaws may be equally practised on each side of the exercise. i.e., may have both jaws equally sensitive on whichever hand he is ridden.