show heifer?

[CWshorthorns]

I am new to showing and our heifer i noticed yesterday that when we are walking her her tail swishes back and forth is that correct? If not what can be done to stop that.

THank You

Chris and Wendy

 

[The Show]

Some do, some don't. I highly doubt you'll get knocked for your calf switching her tail when she walks. I wouldn't worry about it.

 

[sjc]

If its really distracting try putting a rubber band tight around the tail at the top before she goes into the ring. It will stop her from flicking it in the ring. Son had a steer that loved the show stick so much he would flick his tail whenever he was set up and scratched. A purebred breeder told me the rubber band trick and he didnt do when he was set up in the ring. Once he was out of the class the kids snipped it off and the steer flicked away again.

 

[CAB]

A zip tie maybe easier to work with than a rubberband.

 

[The Show]

I prefer a zip tie. Just make sure you don't get it too tight.