Roping Shots - Restarting a Horse

[@Meanfidler]

These videos are so well appreciated! I'm a displaced New Mexican here in the UK where I don't see any place I want to ride, so I've never had a horse since I've been here. They do have an abundance of used racehorses and I am thinking of getting back on one of those to retrain for young equestrians to use for their British horse activities. I used to start a lot of colts back home before I came here and finding you on the internet is nothing but a good thing, thank you Sir!

[@cg5434]

Deb and Pat, you two are amazing people! Thank you so much for what you do! You two are both the real deal!

[@joanettemurch9040]

Even falling and bruising hurts more…. I am a living testament to that ❤️❤️❤️

[@nancyallen641]

Wow. I really appreciated two things especially (although I have appreciation for all of it big time) is how you said, the reason the horse is bobbing his head is because he wants to work. The moment you picked up you rope that horse was tuned in. Fantastic. Then, when you said, if you want a rope horse but you don’t have a rope horse, then make one. I don’t have a rope horse, but I will enjoy making one.

[@paulgrice1739]

Very helpful!! I watched one video of your roping shots last night with my daughter she is only 4 yo I am 29 she said I wanna learn that daddy I told her hun Iv been around horses n cattle my whole life but the technique that this man uses is Mesmerizing so cool smooth and efficient easy on stock im learning a lot from your videos and plan on moving that knowledge on to my youngsters. Im not Exaggerating when I say I watch at least 4 of your videos a day.

[@PatnDebPuckett]

Ethan brings up a good point that we want to make. If you aren’t already an experienced roper who is comfortable sliding rope, don’t rope horses from another horse. Put in your time roping horses from the ground. It will teach you the timing you need and you won’t be able to do any damage to either the horse you’re roping or the horse you’re riding. It goes without saying (but I’m saying it anyway) that we only recommend roping with a slick horn. So if you’re a beginner roper or you don’t normally rope on a slick horn, do your homework. Rope horses from the ground. Practice sliding rope with a big log. One other thing to take note of in the horse roping world, our round pen is 40 feet in diameter. No that’s not a typo. A 40 foot round pen is just big enough that the horse always has a bend in his spine and he’s not always leaving the country. That’s all I have for now. As always, thank you for watching and stay tuned for more videos...

[@lisajignoffo9442]

I could watch your videos all day long.. I hang on every word you say. Each and every one a gem! Thank you so much for each and every video , you are leaving your knowledge for the next generation to learn the way!

[@chipkyle5428]

Excellent! You can see her light bulb moment. Bam. I got it. Great lesson. You make it look easy.

[@carlosponferrada4437]

Love the trivia part! The conexion with that mare is just great. Like to see that looking as natural as it gets!

[@derricksanchez4755]

Love the triva knowledge 👌 there's so much to learn watching these videos bits and bits of information Appreciate all of it thanks.

[@murphyshsu]

I have a hard working 6 year old horse who also bobs his head when he wants to be moving. I found both what was said about this horse in the video and what was written very helpful. Thank you!

[@tjm00000]

I love the sound of that cricket: it relaxes me!

[@keithfiggins4955]

Pat l have a mare I bought as a two year old that was bad to catch I got her better but when you would go to catch her you could never just walk up to her you would have to work with her. I watched you roping horses so I took her to the round pen and roped her now when I go to catch her she’s looking me up. Thanks for all the good information really enjoy your videos

[@AndersonCattleCo]

I liked your mounting trick

[@stephenfloyd9888]

Pat Thank you for addressing the head bobbing, even if quickly. I have a 9 year old paint mare who when I just ride her around the place for exercise and time with my daughter does this. I was not sure how to address it but now I will.

[@westhorn2813]

Dang..that stretch out for you to get on was cool...cowboy to the bone...

[@ladysmithrnmert9196]

Just a thing of beauty. a privilege to experience

[@jeanfish7]

Nice to see a real cowboy work. I'm originally from Siskiyou County Calf. We have many working cattle ranches. My brother's first horse was a bomb proof retired OTTQH ranch horse. From toddler to expert rider, that horse would perform! He was a Paint called " Buddy"...and he was!

[@bargreiner]

Love his knowledge, thank you

[@barbedstar6480]

Pat and Deb...so glad to have found your site. It might be worth a video explaining the ropes you use. Best for what use, best for men, best for women. Softness, stiffness and I am sure you can add a lot more information. Do ropes have to be prepared for use - broken in. What's your favorite and why? Just a thought, as I went to buy a rope to play and learn with. There were so many variations, lengths, pretty soon I was stymied realizing I had to do more homework. Just a thought...you all just naturally have worked this out over time. A good rope is not an inexpensive investment...might as well listen to those who know. Thanks.

[@PatnDebPuckett]

Will put that on “The List.” Thank you!

[@barbedstar6480]

@@PatnDebPuckett Thanks for the reply. Understand about 'lists'. Will keep watching, learning and enjoying. : )

[@andytuesday500]

Wow. I don’t know much but I’m impressed

[@ericneilson9151]

Thanks, I enjoy your videos.

[@craigenjohnson1327]

This is a wonderful video your helping me lurn how to better my roping skills. I wondering what's the best way to get into range riding.

[@PatnDebPuckett]

Craigen Johnson I”m not sure what you mean by range riding. Perhaps cowboying? The best way is to find a ranch that is hiring, tell them you don’t know anything, and see if they will hire you. You should already know how to ride well and be able to rope live cattle. There are basically three types of cowboy jobs. The bottom level is a dude ranch where you take dudes out on trail rides. The other two are feed lots and regular ranches. The bigger ranches have cowboy crews so you don’t have to drive a tractor or fix fence because they have a separate farm crew and fence crews to do those things. Many good ranch jobs hire you based on your reputation and your integrity and not so much sending out resumes. Be prepared to work hard in bad weather for little pay.

[@craigenjohnson1327]

Rang riding is the same as what you guys do when the ranchers let there cows out to graze on public land we just use that turm up here in Idaho

[@TightwadTodd]

@@craigenjohnson1327 Before all the self important titles,were invented,,a Range Rider,was the name,of the Govt Range manager..Today,they are called "Range Conservationist" and rarely get out of a pickup...

[@TightwadTodd]

Oh,,And like Pat said,,You might hafta pay your dues as a Rosin Jaw,to get on a Buckaroo crew..

[@craigenjohnson1327]

Well tod ya got me there I only a couple of guys that go ride for a couple of the ranches around here and they call it range riding. Heck do ya call working on a dairy farm paying dews cuz at the moment that's what I'm doing.

[@joelhamilton6720]

Thank you !!!

[@Diego-jg8sx]

very good video, I could make a video of how is the work of the day to day with a new horse and the difference with a horse finished and already restrained

[@ethanmcnary9119]

I am in the process of getting my mare to where I can work other horses off of her. It is a pretty intimidating thing going to the slick horn when you got a horse roped and you are a beginner...

[@PatnDebPuckett]

Ethan McNary I recommend you start roping horses from the ground so you don’t betray your saddle horse or the horse you’re trying to rope. Learn to slide rope with a big log. Once you feel that you’ve put in the time and feel really confident in these two skills, put a gentle horse in the round pen and practice roping him. In other words, don’t set yourself and your horses up to fail. Pat roped horses from the ground for many years before he felt good about roping from a horse and he’s been roping since he was about 4...

[@lorituttle4473]

@@PatnDebPuckett I was thinking the same thing as I watched how softly and skillfully Pat handled the rope AND the two horses. That takes years of practice. Thank you for sharing these videos - such a pleasure to watch.

[@mazaa4772]

I like it .I am the lover of a horse . From Pakistan

[@PatnDebPuckett]

Welcome!

[@HealthyLifestyleCha]

Can you explain your trivia at the end of the video

[@PatnDebPuckett]

When you get a twist or kink in your loop, you can double the end and shove it back through the hondo to correct the problem...

[@Tablespoonmischief]

Why did Pat choose to ride in a bridle bit with split reins?

[@PatnDebPuckett]

Evan Bonner Two reasons. The first one is because this is the boss’s horse and he rides split reins. So when the horse goes back to him, he will be ridden in split reins. The second reason is that this horse was not started correctly. When he came to us about 6 months ago, he was dead sided and dull in the mouth. With split reins, Pat is able to ride him with a flat hand on the reins and help him occasionally by tipping his nose in the correct direction. This is not something that should ever be done in romal reins no matter what you see in the performance world. They just aren’t made that way. Thank you for asking this question and for noticing the difference!

[@stellacwalker]

❤❤❤

[@nathanpulliam8232]

Hey Pat! Is there any reason in particular that you hobble a horse at the knees?? -Nathan Pulliam

[@PatnDebPuckett]

Because we’re too old to bend down! 😆

[@ShinkleGunDog]

What type of rope is that?

[@PatnDebPuckett]

5/16 nylon soft lay 60 footer from King Ropes in Sheridan WY...

[@maximobattini3793]

FANTASTICO!!!

[@brycebertolino7017]

Did you see him mount? Nine time out of 10 even experienced riders will grab the cantle. He grabbed the pommel. You know he's ridden broncy horses. He's the real deal.

[@sonofafisherman743]

Glad I found this channel great video 👍

[@joelhamilton6720]

Thank you ?

[@janboogaerts1616]

Any particular reason why you are using split reins with rein chains on this horse?

[@PatnDebPuckett]

This horse is being ridden in a half breed because he had a pretty poor start. He belongs to our boss who rides split reins rather than romals.

[@janboogaerts1616]

@@PatnDebPuckett got it. Thank you. btw, I just cut strings to braid a set of "coastal" reins as you described in your video. I just had to try it :-)

[@StuckInNy]

How to make a tall horse shorter 👍🤔😁

[@gerrycoleman7290]

If the head bobbing were consider to be an undesirable trait, then he could be shown that is the wrong answer.

[@PatnDebPuckett]

With this horse in this situation, he is bobbing his head out of impatience. In particular, he doesn’t like to stand still. His feet aren’t moving so he is just expressing his displeasure with not being able to move his feet. Over time, he will learn that he can bob his head all he wants but he still has to stand still. So he is finding the answer. The head bobbing will disappear. To correct him for bobbing his head would be punishing him for standing still. In general, people feel like they have to intervene whenever a horse does something they feel is undesirable. People like to manage every movement their horses make. Even to the point that they don’t want their horses to look around. We don’t agree. This horse is not even 7 years old yet. He’s still working things out for himself and we are prepared to support him while he walks through this head bobbing phase and not make him resentful of his work.

[@TightwadTodd]

@@PatnDebPuckett Outstanding reply..

[@garymclaren7185]

Do we need to like every time we watch a video. I canif it helps like every thing l have seen since l started watching. Pat you are a sharp guy but not necessarily a sharp dresser. lol

[@PatnDebPuckett]

I have been told that clicking the Like button helps our standing with KZbin and puts our videos in front of other videos on the same subjects with less Likes. So, if you don’t mind, click that Like button on all the videos that you “like.” Thank you!