Preparing Our Colts for Ranch Work

🐎Setting up a round pan and cattle working facility improves safety and efficiency in working the colts.

🏗️The round pan is designed to be sturdy and safe, allowing movement without collapsing.

🌐The round pan can be easily moved and used in different locations, ensuring versatility and convenience.

🐴The colts are gradually introduced to saddles, halters, and flags, getting them accustomed to equipment they will encounter when ridden.

🤠The training process involves repetition and gradual exposure to new experiences, preparing the colts for future ranch work.

Why is setting up a round pan important?

—A round pan provides a safe and enclosed space for training and working the colts, ensuring their safety and allowing for effective handling.

How do you ensure the round pan is sturdy?

—By hooking the chains correctly and using a flat back, the round pan remains solid when horses come into contact with it.

Can the round pan be moved?

—Yes, the round pan is designed to be portable, allowing for easy setup in different locations as needed.

Why do you introduce the colts to saddles, halters, and flags?

—By gradually introducing these equipment, the colts become familiar and comfortable with them, preparing them for future riding and handling.

What is the training process for the colts?

—The training process involves repetition and gradually exposing the colts to new experiences, ensuring their readiness for future ranch work.

00:04We set up a round pan and cattle working facility to ensure safety and efficiency in working the colts.

02:34The colts are gradually introduced to saddles, halters, and flags, getting them comfortable with various equipment.

06:26We start riding the colts, first with a broke horse leading them and later on our own.

10:36The colts are ridden through the corral and pins, getting them used to the areas where they will work cattle.

15:48The colts continue to be ridden through the corral and pins, adapting to various riding situations.