07/09/2025
Roping feet is SO important. I can’t even begin to explain all the scenarios where I’ve seen it benefit my horses. Stuck in vines, dragging something in their tail on the trail, BETTER FOR MY FARRIER, etc. Walt decided he had never ever had his feet picked up before, despite being perfect for a trim the day before, so we ended up roping his feet. He was firing off trying to kick Bailey so this is the safer option for both him and us! Walt learned to yield to the pressure versus kick against it, and then we were all really happy! This is something we will continue to repeat until he just gives to the pressure and remains calm versus firing off his hind legs and his anxiety rising. Happy to answer any questions!