Brisket shots happen. But they don't have to make your heeler's job hard—here are Schmidt's tips on handling cattle even when you rope on around the neck (on purpose or not).
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Breaking Down a Miss: Roping in the W...
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Managing the Elements: A Deep Box
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Handling Cattle That Go Left
Roping cattle that cut under you is hard enough. Then handling them? Here's how Kolton Schmidt explains the best way to help your heeler once you've got a steer roped that ran under you.