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<blockquote data-quote="randiliana" data-source="post: 544670" data-attributes="member: 2308"><p>Well, to begin with, we have been working with this heifer (and the steer)since we weaned last fall. Nothing works quite like a tincture of time. Lots of time tied up, and lots of handling. This heifer has only been out on pasture for a couple of weeks. When we feed them their grain, we lead them into a pen and tie them up. Plus, you pick a quiet, calm animal. I would never pick a high-spirited animal for a young/just learning kid. Would rather they have a poorer quality, but quiet calf, than a gorgeous one that they cannot work with. Another thing to consider, is to have strangers (various friends) come up and see your calves as often as possible. This gets them used to seeing different people. Some animals really have a hard time with that.</p><p></p><p>As for walking, it depends on the animal. Some are more stubborn than others. First thing they need to know is to give to pressure, that is where tying up comes in handy. Then, if they are still stubborn, make a halter with a finer cord and a chain. This heifer doesn't always want to lead, lots of times she would rather just stop and stand. I made up a halter (looks just like a show halter, except with rope instead of leather) with 2 rings and a length of cord. Just tie it up so it fits the animal, then add a chain under, and then when you are having trouble, use it. It bites under the chin, and also behind the poll. They learn to give to pressure fairly quickly.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="randiliana, post: 544670, member: 2308"] Well, to begin with, we have been working with this heifer (and the steer)since we weaned last fall. Nothing works quite like a tincture of time. Lots of time tied up, and lots of handling. This heifer has only been out on pasture for a couple of weeks. When we feed them their grain, we lead them into a pen and tie them up. Plus, you pick a quiet, calm animal. I would never pick a high-spirited animal for a young/just learning kid. Would rather they have a poorer quality, but quiet calf, than a gorgeous one that they cannot work with. Another thing to consider, is to have strangers (various friends) come up and see your calves as often as possible. This gets them used to seeing different people. Some animals really have a hard time with that. As for walking, it depends on the animal. Some are more stubborn than others. First thing they need to know is to give to pressure, that is where tying up comes in handy. Then, if they are still stubborn, make a halter with a finer cord and a chain. This heifer doesn't always want to lead, lots of times she would rather just stop and stand. I made up a halter (looks just like a show halter, except with rope instead of leather) with 2 rings and a length of cord. Just tie it up so it fits the animal, then add a chain under, and then when you are having trouble, use it. It bites under the chin, and also behind the poll. They learn to give to pressure fairly quickly. [/QUOTE]
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