"And he that said that a horse was not dressed, whose curb was not loose, said right; and it is equally true that the curb can never play, when in its right place, except the horse be upon his haunches"
- William Cavendish
About this Quote
This quote by William Cavendish is referring to the value of having a horse correctly trained and controlled. He is stating that if a horse is not properly trained and its curb (a type of bit) is not loose, then it is not appropriately dressed. He is likewise saying that the curb can only work if the horse is on its haunches, implying that the horse needs to remain in a position of submission. This quote is stressing the importance of having a horse properly trained and controlled in order for it to be reliable. It is also highlighting the importance of having a horse in a position of submission in order for the curb to be efficient. This quote is a suggestion that proper training and control of a horse is essential for it to be reliable and safe.
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