This American programme gives a comprehensive account of the process of training an ox, from selecting a suitable calf to obstacle competitions and practical work. Drew Conroy and Tim Huppe demonstrate in detail at every level of training with an emphasis on safety, good manners and consideration for the animal. Four teams of oxen and handlers at different stages of training provide fascinating and informative demonstrations which will leave the viewer wishing they had an ox to hand.

Chapters include:

• Stall Etiquette
• Picking Animals
• Initial Training
• The Yoke
• Intermediate Training
• Hitching Up
• Progress
• Training to Pull
• The Pulling Ring
• Practical Uses