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Reining cow horse

Reining Cow Horse is a versatile equestrian sport combining agility, precision, and cattle handling skills. Riders guide their horses through smooth, controlled movements—such as circles, spins, and stops—demonstrating mastery of reining techniques. The discipline also involves cattle work, where horses and riders work together to herd and control a cow within designated boundaries, showcasing their ability to manage cattle calmly and efficiently. This sport highlights the horse's training, responsiveness, and athleticism, emphasizing both technical riding skills and practical cattle work, often performed on a reining or ranch-style horse.