Re: Tying to trailer

[CMKSAGEHIL <CMKSAGEHIL@aol.com>]

In a message dated 98-04-04 11:59:18 EST, Bierstedt@aol.com writes:

<< Is it safe to tie them so the length of the lead shank just touches the
 ground?  >>

I tie mine so that they can easily get their noses down to eat and drink, but
no longer than that.  I also hobble-break or tether-break my horses so that if
they DO get a leg over, they already know to stand patiently until they are
released.  Just one more part of pre-ride kindergarten...

Heidi