He has officially been here for over 1 week and come a loooong way! Last I posted he was just starting to leave the pen. We have blocked his "aisle" so he has a limited amount of space to use when he does leave. Lots of hard work and hours have been put in to desensitize him. Yesterday he walked the whole length of the aisle, past horses, trees, open pens, and trees. No butt rope anymore for this boy, he just takes it all in. Sometimes he stops to think for a second and then walk on again. I have never seen such a smart mustang. I hoof picked both front feet with ease and the backs are coming along too. The saddle and bridle have been on and off without issues. I do need to get a smaller bridle for him before I start the lunging work though. Here he is today for the first time in the round pen and taking a stroll around the property!
I see by the new hair-do that he has allowed you to get personal. If he sees his hair in the mirror he may not even recognize himself. We are all proud of your work and really enjoy the photos. Love, Dad.
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