As a result, cattle roundups became an annual or semi-annual routine. Cowhands kept a remuda of horses whenever they traveled, with some horses having specialized skills to ensure they had the right horse for assorted herding jobs. Horses that showed a unique awareness of cattle, a kind of wariness with ears perked and eyes focused on the herd, were the elite members of the remuda.
As a consequence, cattle roundups became an annual or semi-annual occurrence. Cowhands maintained a herd of horses whenever they traveled, with some horses possessing specialized skills to ensure the right horse was available for various herding tasks. Horses exhibiting exceptional awareness of cattle, characterized by alert ears and focused eyes on the herd, were the elite members of the remuda.