Introducing a Herd
Scoring, Skills & Strategy with Brad Barkemeyer
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3m 59s
Bringing a horse into a herd for the first time? Brad Barkemeyer shows you how to ease the transition, build trust, and avoid common mistakes. Perfect for riders developing young or green horses for herd work events.
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