Hare Krishna Oxen/cattle in England

[clayfoot-sandyman]

I used to farm next door to these guys and would peer over the hedge in amazement when they’d be out in the fields with their oxen – it was the first time I ever saw working cattle, but it got me interested enough to have a go myself!
This short film gives quite an interesting insight into their work with cattle.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2JcPWEJIuI&feature=related

You can see on this that they harness through a nose ring – isn’t it much more painful for the animal than an occasional whack with the goad? What’s the advantage? Anyone know?

Ed

[CharlyBonifaz]

thank you for sharing the video

You can see on this that they harness through a nose ring – isn’t it much more painful for the animal than an occasional whack with the goad?

http://www.draftanimalpower.com/showthread.php?t=422
might answer your question 😉

[clayfoot-sandyman]

Thanks Charly,

That clarifies the argument a bit!

Ed

[bivol]

i don’t think their yokes offer too much comfort, but i sure would like to see more of neck seat.

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