If you do get the calf halter broke, I'd suggest walking it around other cattle, dogs, passing cars etc. I was having problems with my 11 year olds steer. I started walking him down our county road about 40 min. every evening. He doesn't seem to be spooked by anything now. I'm not going to lie. The first few cars that go by, might just get you a little skinned up. Heck, whats a few scratches to protect your child.