In this video, brought to you by Farnam®, Hall of Fame cutting horse trainer Al Dunning shares his secrets for working the mechanical cow and tells you why staying one step ahead makes all the difference.
Watch as Al breaks down the fundamentals of mechanical cow work, including the rein adjustments, body position, and timing that separate good cow horses from great ones. Drawing on the insights from the legendary Buster Welch, Al explains why loading up on the hocks before the turn is the key to keeping a horse working the cow without running past it.
Al also demonstrates how he uses leg pressure to position his horse for maximum maneuverability and athleticism, and why he makes Apple Elite™ Electrolytes part of his program year-round to support horses that work hard and sweat hard.
Whether you’re new to cutting or refining your horse’s cow sense, these tips from one of the sport’s all-time greats are worth watching more than once.
In this video:
- How to mirror the cow and when to get ahead of it
- Why it is important to load the hocks before the turn
- How to use leg pressure to improve position and collection
- Why electrolytes are a year-round essential for performance horses