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Why do rodeo cowboys use spurs and do they hurt the animals?

April 26, 2017animals cowboys hurt rodeo spurs

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Why do rodeo cowboys use spurs and do they hurt the animals?

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Cowboys use spurs in their rough stock events to help them stay on their horse or bull. They help the cowboy maintain his balance. Spurs do not hurt the animals because they are relatively small and dull. Sharpened spurs are strictly forbidden.