I would question your use of the hobbles on the cannon bone area. What is your reasoning? I was taught, have watched others and read over the past 30 plus years that this is a "no hobble" area. Below the fetlock or "lunchtime hobbles" (above the knees) are the safest areas to hobble as I understand it.
I was taught to hobble above the fetlock when teaching because IF they spook or stumble they cool stab a hind foot Over the hobble if it is below the fetlock
Ted, I think your horsemanship is exemplary; --- but I disagree with your comment about laying down a horse being a circus trick, In a far off country we had to lay our horses down to take cover from enemy fire, and to take cover from sandstorms:- it also creates complete trust between rider & animal, Plus when I get older, I will still be able to get on & off easier 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Keep up the great gentle work👍👍
I was asking about hobbling, for my goal of being able to handle my rescue mules feet. She'll let you pick up her front feet, but not for long. I know mules are more precise kickers than horses. So I plan on trying to work with her feet in a gingerly manner. I told my husband, I might need to get a catchers mask and chest guard when I start working with her feet. lol!!
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