[RC] Tying to the trailer vs Bungees et al. - Jonni
I have taught my horse to tie at home, with a rope
long enough for him to eat hay that is on the ground (you know, the hay he
flipped out of his hay bag, and now has decided it looks yummy) and long enough
he can lay down if he wishes and rest well after a days ride. Not everyone feels
this is safe for THEIR horses. That is fine. I also like the fact my horse can
stretch his back by eating off the ground. And, the longer ropes, allows
the horse to move around a bit more than being tied "short". Now, add a overhead
tie arm, and the horse can really move around as he feels fit, and not just
restricted to a small area, as far as his shorter rope will allow. Again, what
works for one, might not work for the other. But *I* feel it is healthier and to
my horses benefit to be tied long enough to lay down, eat off the ground etc.
when attending distance rides.
