Round Pen Conditioning

On Sunday, we did another training session in the round pen. Communication is still challenging, but we're getting the job done.

Starting the mower.


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Heading across the pasture toward the round pen. Tanna follows the mower without hesitation.


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After we get in the round pen, I close the gate and remove Tanna's lead rope. The I move to the middle of the pen. Tanna continues to follow until asked to move around the perimeter.


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Many times during the workout, Tanna asks for direction on what he's supposed to be doing.


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I try to be as clear as possible.


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Here Tanna's personality shines clearly. Goofy horse.


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When we get done with the workout, I ask for a walk for another 5 minutes.

I remove his halter.


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And open the gate for him to leave.


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