Roping off Dan |
Dan didn't originally like to canter... at least while saddled. With his leg length he could trot as fast as most horses could canter, so he didn't see the need to. however we wanted him to canter - in a safe environment - so that he could get used to responding to aids at that speed. We tried chasing him with other horses using ropes and flags. He just trotted away. We even "ambushed" him from across the arena, but after two or three strides at canter, he was at the end of the arena and back at a fast trot. |
Danny on Ned, Willis on Dan and Steve on Sam |
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The cowboys were sure laughing when we showed up at roping practice with a draft horse!
We let Dan get used to the cows and all and then put him in the box with HotShoe on top.
The first time out he trotted after the cow. (The cowboys continued to laugh.) Danny suggested we now let Dan watch the other horses for a few minutes. Next time in the Box, Dan took a couple of steps at trot, then cantered after the cow. |
Danny Love roping off Dan
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