DRAFT HORSES: Fitting New Harnesses onto our Suffolk Punch Colts, Duke & Earl

Today we are working with our Suffolk Punch colts, Duke & Earl. We had some changes made on the new harnesses we got for them so we are working on fitting the new harnesses onto the colts. Jim shows some changes that he needs to make in order to properly fit the draft horses harnesses and tricks to put on a horse's bridle.
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[@bombardier3qtrlbpsi]

Ken saying are you guys out of your mind! You go stand outside if you want to go stand there 🤣🤣

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Haha, right

[@mervjb809]

I'm amazed at how calm the colts are, to a relatively new experience. Very fun to watch!! I think we're all looking forward to the day, when you actually hitch them up. But here I am, almost 70, and more impatient than the colts! 😇

[@gregholl5011]

I will say 2 things in response to this: 1) they trust Jim and his family 2) they are suffolks naturally calm.

[@marionstolk9357]

I love how Ken stops..."Is there a plan B?" 🤣

[@davidmunro1469]

Those colts grow faster then my teen age brothers did. HA HA HA. I used to wear their expensive clothing and ice skates. Lucky they were not sistersLOL.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Haha

[@robertwoelk26]

Jim when Ken got to the door and sees the rain, he sure is debating on going out. We had 40 below and high wind storming like crazy, I put the Arabian stallion in for the night. Let him out the next morning, he was very willing to get out to visit his girls across the fence. That night it was just as bad, but he refused to be put in the barn for night, and in the morning he was very content and warm under his thick winter hair.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Guess he sure didn't mind the cold weather, and that sounds very cold!

[@jimputnam2044]

LOL Horses are like cats , when they want in they find a window and guilt trip you into opening the door.

[@kenhurley4441]

What some viewers may not catch is that you ended working with Duke and Earl on a high note. That's very important! You're a great trainer. One step at a time.

[@allanhamm5825]

I really enjoy your program, whether the program is on the farm or in the woods. I'm 85, and unlikely to ever have to deal with work horses, but, I've often wanted to own some horses but couldn't afford a team. Thanks for all you do. I also appreciate your Christian outlook on life. Bless you all!

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks so much!

[@lesliewatts2878]

Oh boy - those colts are some solid. They walk like real athletes; promises of a great future.

[@sherronpaul37]

Keeping them dry and out of wind enables them to survive all sorts of weather. I like your set up. The horses show they are very loved. Hello from Alberta Canada. 🥰🇨🇦

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks 👍

[@robertschilling3308]

Absolutely a horse learns everytime they are handled. No matter how great or small. 👍👍

[@edwarnock9884]

Gose for all animals, from horses to dogs, even chickens. There are no "stupid animals" just people who are not patient enough to observe and understand how to get them want to do what you need them to do.

[@kimfleury]

I never realized or thought about how much training my Grandpa put into training his horses. I always just thought he had that knack and it was magic 😆 I greatly appreciate you walking us through how you do things. It always makes me feel closer to Grandpa. And it's fun seeing the personalities of each horse. I guess if you've met one horse, you've met a horse - they're all alike in some ways, but each one is a unique one of a kind personality. Thank you for the joy you've given me this past year 💕🐎

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks for your continued support, you are a very loyal viewer, we appreciate it!

[@rickcline2762]

Duke is hilarious. He always wants to stick his nose in the camera. So much fun to watch.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

He loves to goof around

[@sandib4234]

Yes he is, he has been my favorite as soon as I saw that wild hair lol.

[@sandib4234]

@@WorkingHorsesWithJim He keeps a smile on your face I can tell!

[@petermartinez5573]

Another good learning experience for both the horses and us folks out here who are not familiar with all it takes to train working horses.

[@johnking8679]

I enjoy watching your videos, Jim !! It's a family affair, so I admire your two daughters who know so much of your procedures and what to do.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

thanks for watching

[@legend7ify]

@@WorkingHorsesWithJim what an absolute pleasure. Thank you!

[@silviasontheim5219]

I really ike your show .Jim you are very good to your horses you speak out of my heart when you get the horses in the barn (what its actually a beautiful barn with a lot of craftsmanship and love for your horses)when its raining cold and misery.It keeps them healthy and long living Keep going like you do

[@timothymoore2672]

You know Jim those big babies of your are not even camera shy bunch of hams are what they are. Great way of keeping them jn check as you always do. Sure do enjoy seeing whats new every time I get to see you all. Have a great day.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

They are definitely not camera shy! They do seem to love the camera😀

[@thomascooper5668]

A lot of work fitting the harnesses on them Jim takes a while love to watch you doing it

[@ellencarver5575]

Duke and Earl are two stunning young colts I think they will make an awesome team on day. As you said your horses would not be standing at the door wanting in if they had a problem with their stalls. Never understood why some folks don’t like the stalls horses have been in standing stalls for ever and a day.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

We hope they will make a good team. Yes tie stalls work well for us, the horses really like their stalls

[@fion1flatout]

I think most horses today are recreational and don't get enough exercise, and the loose box is a compromise, when owners just have not got time to get their horses out.

[@sandib4234]

Oh my I laughed so hard when ya put the Bridle on Duke..You gave him a whole new hair do! 💓🤗

[@nebbindog6126]

If spooked or skittish ever applied to Duke and Earl, it hasn't appeared on video! They are quite a chill duo.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Yeah, they are pretty easy going so far

[@biddydibdab9180]

I attribute the calmness of the colts, when exposed to new experiences, to Jim’s matter-of-fact approach. Jim doesn’t expect them to act badly, so they don’t. Win/win. As for horses outside in the cold rain, I think it’s looking for trouble. My horses are fine outside at a dry, or even snowy -35C but rain at +2C always sends them inside. Jim’s horses are lucky to have a kind owner who’s concerned for their comfort.

[@thefencepost]

Hahaha! Ken stood in the doorway and thought "I don't want to go out there! You go out there!"

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Yep

[@davidmunro1469]

Thank you Jim. Your horses look so wonderfull.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Many thanks

[@stanhensley3082]

The young "men" look pretty good in their "new work" clothes. Thanks 😊.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

haha, thanks

[@Navet63]

I appreciate your explanation on how to bridle your horses. It shows how much you love your animals.

[@maggiefreeman6513]

Thank you for sharing this. I really enjoyed watching you harness Earl and Duke. So interesting to see. They are so beautiful.

[@michaelholm9784]

That area in the mouth is called the interdental space…also convenient when administering tube style dewormers.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks for sharing

[@richardwolfgang6712]

Hi Jim. Really enjoy your videos. Todays video made me think about my Grandfather. He was from the early part of the last century. He was a farmer and a carpenter. He built post and beam barns. The story I got from my Dad was that my Grandfather used a team of horses to pull a rope to a block and tackle to lift rafters and beams for barns during the construction process. My Dad said the horses would pull forward or back under command without anyone leading them. They would hold patiently while work was being done. Also you must be proud of your daughters. They have fantastic voices. I have enjoyed the times they have sung.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Hi thanks for sharing about your Grandfather, sounds like he had some great horses. Glad you enjoy the girl's singing. Thanks for watching

[@ridinghondasgodscountry2399]

I agree Jim the d rings are the best y'alls horses are beautiful and i love y'alls barn

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks

[@williamlewis8741]

bonjour jim et brenda many thanks for the rainy and cold day video. your mental check list is fantastic. what tenderness you have for all your horses.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Bonjour! Thanks for watching William!

[@williamlewis8741]

@@WorkingHorsesWithJim it's always a pleasure.

[@woodchuck1946]

The boys look good in their work clothes. 😊

[@BK-dv1hh]

Sorry Jim, I misunderstood your question about where to hook the quarter straps. We usually just snapped them to the ring on the spider/britching when taking the harness off.

[@DS-yz1nn]

LOL so am i the ONLY one that would like more of Jim family and horse's than explaining everything love your vid. Thank u

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks for watching

[@barrybracegirdle2931]

The colts look like they are doing great. You do what works best for you and your horses. 👍 😃 Have a great week.

[@rottiman100]

As usual, very informative and enjoyable. Amazing how fast they grow.

[@ingeborgm6147]

I really enjoy being in the stall with you. :) Those boys are calm and easy going even though they are so young. Thank you!

[@colleenb3810]

You have beautiful horses. I enjoy your videos, Thank-you for sharing.

[@benzoverakers1877]

Another good training experience!!!

[@robertsimmons1264]

Great video! Duke sure is a stunner with that curly topknot!

[@beckyruprich7903]

That was amazing to see.the horse a great job,letting you put on there stuff.

[@eddiebeealiff2534]

Duke & Earl are a nice young team with it appears great horse sense, I think you won't have much trouble at all finishing them out.

[@villagesteader3552]

I know a couple of people with Suffolks and they seem to be known for their excellent trainability!

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

These sure seem to be training easy so far

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Hopefully!

[@alb5489]

@@WorkingHorsesWithJim Chuckle!!

[@gallopingg1]

SLOW BUT SURE,ALWAYS GOOD, ALL YOUR HORSES LOOK VERY WELL LOOKED AFTER, AND CONTENT. GREAT VID, UK.

[@willwipf7030]

They are pretty calm,I've seen wilder , beautiful animals,

[@lindalumae]

It’s amazing how these huge animals cooperate with us.

[@TheBartmobile]

Man ole man ole man…. The heft on that team of suffolks is gonna be awesome when they are done growing. What a thrill that will be to work with them. You are really living the dream Jim! Merry Christmas to you and your girls (Brenda included)!

[@ghythi9929]

Enjoyed learning about what was wrong on each colts harness and the explanations about how each part should be.

[@douglasbruce1713]

Thanks for sharing

[@r.f.richardsonjr5691]

Your videos are very good Jim. I'm learning a lot more about work horses that I didn't know before. Just basics from my old FFA days.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks, glad some of the info is helpful

[@kellyellingson2335]

Great job! This is how I like to train as well. Start them early, by the time they should be able to work they are already to go.

[@katherynlamarche7308]

Thank you Jim really thank you . Julien. People that want to do something with these wonderful friends should watch you big time.

[@jameslybrook9897]

Absolutely love your videos

[@caroledwards3465]

We found your vlog fascinating to watch thank you for sharing your knowledge with us ,Best wishes from Carol & Sue from the North Norfolk coast UK

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks Carol and Sue, hope is all is well with you!

[@gastoncannon4710]

Thanks Jim, a very good training session for the colts. Maybe y’all will get snow soon and can go sleigh ridding. God Bless. ❤️

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Hi Gaston, we hope we do by Christmas, got some sleigh rides booked

[@gastoncannon4710]

I gave you a bump on another channel, hope it helps. ❤️

[@danemyrtle2194]

Thanks for sharing. Just came home from work and watched the other half. It’s such good wholesome entertainment and not like the TV that fills you with the daily propaganda. I haven’t had a TV hooked up in ten years, I enjoy animal real life shows. Yours is great and the fact that you rest on Sunday is awesome. The Lord will bless you for that. The commandment mostly forgotten 🙏🏻❤️

[@malcolmthomas9953]

That a good clip Jim those Colts look good and that was a good training on how to harness the horses , shore looks wet there Jim , thanks Brenda for the good videoing , the older horses like there new stalls, waiting at the door to come in , thanks guys well done

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks 👍

[@chrisgalvin6703]

I went back and watched earlier video of you walking the Colts for the first time. Now seeing them walk with The harness on them I can’t get over how much bigger they are and how calm they are oh awesome. Good luck with your training very interesting I’ve never been a horse person but I’m truly enjoying it. Just want to say to you and your family have a merry Christmas and a happy new year.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks, same to you and yours!

[@canadian_gamerzslol6174]

another great video as allways keep em coming jim ...happy holidays to you and your family hopa all is well in your area

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks, you too!

[@rickyabrahams7100]

Dear Sir, do not apologise we love your videos and will keep watching👍

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

thanks

[@jeanhawken4482]

Of course they would want to come back in. The stalls are very comfortable.

[@ltilley7343]

Your horses seem very content inside their cozy barn. Mine never seem to care whether they are in or out as long as they have food. When they are turned out they are grazing with very little movement anyway. Working horses get plenty of exercise and like to stand around when they can! Thank you for a great video. Very happy I found your channel.

[@honesttraitorbear3527]

Great video. I'm new to your channel, I like the way you move around your horses, even the one year old colts.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Welcome!

[@bsav4536]

I really enjoy the instructional videos on the harnessing. Only ever had a pony buggy harness. I’m sure a lot of folks would enjoy a video explaining the differences between a western and d ring harness.

[@erikatowle8695]

👏👏👏👏👍🏻😊

[@annettecinquemanifalbo17]

I have 6 stalls in one barn and 2 in another. 12x12's in my bigger barn and 10x20's in the baby barn. Frankly I think the straight stalls are ingenious! I've never seen them until now and I think it's a very good way to feed them, groom, harness and also to keep their stalls clean! Whatever works for you Jim and Brenda is alright by me! Can't help but notice that whenever I keep my horses up they just stand in one spot all the time anyway! And they're free to move about... But interestingly they usually stand in the same spot all the time! I also keep my horses up in freezing cold wet weather. I think they like being kept up!! Plus mine are senior citizens! You got it going on there in upper NY State!

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Hi Annette, that's interesting that they stand in one spot! We know our horses sure love their stalls. Thanks for sharing

[@annettecinquemanifalbo17]

@@WorkingHorsesWithJim you bet, and yes they sure do!! Thank y'all for sharing your way of life with me and so many others as well!

[@BK-dv1hh]

Jim great lessons and obvious good care of your horses. It’s a little hard to see, but I think the straps on the spider that you are having trouble with look like they are what we call the quarter straps and attach to a D on the bottom of the belly band? They help keep everything tight and balanced so the tugs godown to the single tree in a straight line, more or less. You’re right though..what you are brought up with is deep in our thinking, and hard to change when something new/different comes along. Keep up the good video work and have a blessed Christmas.

[@chrisusher7144]

Thanks that was fun the weather is the same here in Oregon coast. I have a half draft filly She's not broke to ride yet. Super sweet. Name s Dozzila means sweety in Italian. Only 15 hands didn't want a big horse she's a mustang and the dad was draft in the heard in Nevada Springs got her at action mustang make over she won 1st. In the completion on ground work. So wait if for spring 👍 might now here on the beach today .have fun stay warmer. God bless see ya next video!

[@jamescox8233]

jim may i say to you ,i enjoyed this video like all the others. you sure know your stuff. the colts were very calm, you showed another very good learning video today. say hi to abby and trudy for me .... jim dartmouth nova scotia, canada.

[@joycehennequin8469]

Good evening Jim and Brenda, seems the colts are making this look easy,l know they have a way to go ....but it will be very much worthwhile.Just goes to show what kindness and patients can do.While lm hear can l ask you if your received my last three comments! I've been having a little problem with this computer,so if you would be kind enough just to check that would be great thakyou.All the very best 🌱🌱🌱💕Ken really did not want to go out in that rain,looks really cold in your part.🥶

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Hi Joyce, we have been so busy we have been a bit behind on responding to comments but we try to read them all. We really appreciate your support. The horses appreciated your nice Christmas card😀. And so do we!!

[@johnking8679]

Can't blame Ken, with the rain and snow on the ground !! I was cold just looking out the barn door !! Brrrrrr !!

[@hokeepokee8102]

I had no idea they were that young! Lol they are doing awesome! Hey Jim pay no attention tot he haters they are going to hate no matter what you do! Your stalls are just fine! Most folks horses don’t work like your do! If they were sitting around for days at a time tie stalls wouldn’t be cool. Horses sitting around really isn’t cool! Folk who have never had draft horses do not understand they love to work! I think you can see that in bill! He was tearing to go the other day! Haters gonna hate jim! What you do is just fine!

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Yes, the colts seem to be doing very well for their age. Thanks for your support!

[@kennybolt8329]

Those are quarter straps. I usually snap them in the ring they are fasent to but mine aren't as long as those. Colts are looking good and coming along. Merry Christmas 🎄⛄

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Yes, thanks, I just had a brain freeze. Merry Christmas to you as well

[@billmorton5366]

Great Video

[@sueupham2519]

Super best lessons,,and good advancement,,, I'll bet the horse that sat on his butt the other day when the rope broke will respect you More and obey in this type of training. We have been waiting for this day...xx thanks guys 👍..

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

HOpefully that is the case Sue. Thanks for watching!

[@behnamsalamat2015SOS]

Good job .. very nice

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks a lot

[@danamelby4090]

Colts are so laid back i think its gonna be easy to train them!

[@cwpetersonschannelofthings7785]

Jim, That type of harness is referred to as a 'Y-Backed' Harness as the straps from the hip spyder to the hames form a 'Y'. The Quarter Strap is the strap that seems to be given you such consternation. It fastens under the belly to the 'Pull strap' or the 'Pole strap' which goes up under the chest to the Breast Strap. When the horse seats his rump in the Britchen to hold back a load or reverse a vehicle - the force is transferred from the Quarter Strap on each side to the Pull Strap, to the Breast Strap to the Combination Snap that attaches to the Neck Yoke Normally the Quarter Strap has a little D Ring that is affixed to the Tug somewhere aft of where the Belly Band carries the Tug. It also looks like the Trace Carriers are missing of this set of harness as well. Your D-Ring Harness is pretty specific to the North-East and I had never seen it before. I have to say that I am a fan and would certainly consider using this style harness as I like how the weight of the tongue is carried on the back rather than on the neck and the hips of the horses are used to reverse and hold a load rather than a full Britchen which can sweep the legs from under a horse on very steep ground or if the load runs up on the horse. I hope this comment helps. CW Peterson Grass Valley, California: USA

[@erikatowle8695]

I learned a lot😉👍🏻😊

[@Pantra001]

They look such yearlings, butt high and silly looking proportions at this stage :D But seems like they are developing a lot of muscle, and they look really happy!

[@nonickname9930]

Back in the 50’s my 72 year old uncle showed me how to teach a mule not to bite. He was hitchin em up and had 1 tied up good and the other’n reached down and took a bite of Uncle Doc’s tinderloin. Doc reached up grabbed that cannibal by the ears, and bit him right on the nose. Doc was slender and tough as shoe leather and held on as that mule slung him around like a rag. After he drawled blood from the mule’s nose, he turned loose. Mule never attempted to bite again. Doc was an old time mule skinner

[@lindadanielson7849]

They have gotten so big.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Yes, they sure are growing

[@michaelholm9784]

Interdental space (between teeth)is the areaI have used when examining an equine mouth to hold the tongue to one side or the other.

[@Plan_it-Farm]

Showing me what a terrible harness setup looks like is teaching me so much seriously thank you so much for putting out all this content

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

You're welcome

[@larrywarren2431]

I enjoy your shows grandparents had horses and when younger I would go to Amish friend and they would let me drive the horse s but the steel wheels are hard on the back

[@jerryjarrell2373]

Thank's for sharing Jim maybe soon you can weigh them again

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Yes, we were saying that we need to do that soon

[@chrisusher7144]

That was mght snow today in Bandon Oregon

[@jeanhawken4482]

They are very comfortable Emory they would not sit Athena door. Happy horses wait at the door to come back in. Warmth and food and kindness who wouldn’t.

[@bobsamchuck]

Great video

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks!

[@michaelmeyers1827]

My dads dad had a mule he said hated jackrabbits. He would ride him and had a club that he used to dispatch the jackrabbit. Dad had a picture of that mule that had his whole back end draped with jackrabbits. He would chase them down and grandpa would club them.

[@ewansimpson4736]

in scotlland we put the coler on upside down then turn it to fit

[@plainsimple442]

Jim, Quite a bit of difference between training horses and steers. I started my steers at a very young age with yoke and dragging something behind them. Trained them, on lead, to follow me and to stop when I stopped, and they worked with voice commands. Sure do miss working with them. Regards to you and family, Rick

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Hi Rick, hope you will be able to work them again.

[@donaldshields2483]

It’s a very good job but you are still a good job Nicole shortly to come along pretty good be glad to see when they do a little work see how they react to that and if I don’t talk with you people before the holidays you have a happy holiday you and your family

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks and Merry Christmas to you!

[@mishloud4215]

very interesting video. Oh and when I used to ride, we made went wide around the back of a horse. I have seen some bad kicks. It seems to me that draft horses are more low key/less high strung and at least yours don't seem to have that tendency. You also touch the back of the horse as you go around them....just wondering.

[@rockybernard2997]

I've always been fascinated by 'straight stalls.' We bought my first horse from Walt Disney's Pony Farm ('65 in So Calif) and the images of all those monstrous, drafty (intermingled with saddle horse) rear-ends lined up beside one another, sometimes lying down at the end of their leads, happily snuggled up in billowing mounds of fresh and heavenly fragrant bedding... that memory will always be, for me, the image of contentedness and equine bliss (not to mention, those WERE the days)! Those were hard-working, busy critters but they were treated like cadillacs in return for their daily service. I honestly thought I'd heard you wrong when you mentioned the ages of the colts. Then I got a peek at those teeth! I have never seen such enormous yearlings! Pretty boys are they! TY for the excellent conversation on harnesses. I'm savoring all the details you're providing! TY!

[@RealJohnWayne]

Hey there Jim, I hope you're all doing well! If you've addressed this before, I must've missed it, so please indulge me. I've been trying to figure out what the original purpose of the little concrete "knee wall" at the back of the stalls that separates them from the actual outside wall was? 🤔 I've read where there are only about 75 Suffolk Punch Mares left in England, and only about 300 in the World, which is why they're listed as "critically endangered." 🐎👍🇺🇸

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Hi John, that used to be the bunkers because that was a free stall barn for cows before we bought it

[@tomjerniagan8827]

I always enjoy your videos. Does the price of your merchandise include shipping?

[@HorsesTravelVlogsJack]

I always like to know that my horses have a dry place available for them even if they prefer outside.

[@annebartz9175]

Hi I don't like horses out in cold rain I put them in too. Your horses have lots of room in those stall. The colts ate looking good great job in my opinion ❤🙏🎅

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks Anne

[@traceyrich99]

I'm going to ground drive my horse today, he drives with a light horse harness, but I'm just going to put his saddle on and his riding bridle on then attach the lines and work him down the road, I'd fully harness him but he's spooky with his blinders and it's a new area so don't want him getting really spooked. He is trained to pull A Cart but it's been years as he got scared of it and I'm going to learn to drive and try and re teach him myself as there's no one around me that knows how to train them to drive. If you have any tips on the blinders and the driving that'd be nice but if not it's ok. Love your videos they're very interesting and educational

[@villagesteader3552]

No crupper on draft harnesses? I’m used to Standardbreds and used to show my horse in pleasure and obstacles. ♥️👍🙏🇺🇸🤓

[@sentimentalbloke7586]

My apologies Jim, you are normally a morning must for me but unfortunately I had a whole day of chores and it is reaping season where I am, it dark and II just sat down to eat dinner at my desk, so much to do, and of course opened mail and youtube thanks for your banter friend

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

thanks for watching

[@jamesmorrison1884]

Hello very nice Jim the gentle hand wins the game. I can see a few repeats and they will have no problems. Are there teeth naturally that way? Thanks Brenda. Did you get much wind your place? It was crazy here. Hope you have a good day. See you then.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Yes, the teeth are naturally that way. Yes, we got a lot of wind, some power outages.

[@agranetmedia2667]

Jim, have you ever used a Breast Strap setup, maybe for lighter work, rather than the traditional collar and haimes setup?

[@janetmonson3401]

Derry M. Been waiting for the harnessing of the colts. It appears that your training harness's are missing the breast strap and pole strap. This is were the quarter straps would hook when they are in harness. It is a concern that if these parts aren't on and used when walking them around, the harness could role off their rump and spook them. I've got two sets of western harnesses and this is what holds the harness in place and holds back the cart or wagon when hitched. Can't wait till they get hooked up to the training cart. Looks like they are coming along great. Good job!

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

i do have the pole strap but i just don't need it now. As you can see, I hitched the quarter strap up by the back pad so that keeps the harness where it should be