In many different situations the rider has to lead his or her horse from one place to another. Some examples are leading the horse in the loose-box, out of its loose-box, to and from the cleaning area, on and off the pasture. When leading the horse, a halter is placed on the horse's head and a lead-rope is connected to it using the special panic hook. When leading a horse, the rider has to make sure to be safe in case the horse bolts. The rider therefore should always keep the horse to his or her right, meaning the horse is on the left hand side of the rider. When leading the horse onto the pasture this of special importance when closing the gate. If the horse is young and not used to this procedure it might want to run away through the still open gate. Be careful, and don't get run over.
