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10: Hobbles

Riding and Packing in the Backcountry • 4m 51s
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Hobbles allow your equines to graze and move around, while allowing you to maintain control of your animals. In this chapter, Kristy covers why hobbles are used, and best practices for ensuring the safety of your stock.

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