what is a hobble use for
A hobble is a device that prevents or limits the locomotion of a human or an animal, by tethering one or more legs.Although hobbles are most commonly used on horses, they are sometimes used also on other animals. Humble or one leg hobble is a strap is placed around the front pastern, and then the leg is lifted and the strap is wrapped around the upper leg and then buckled, leaving the horse with three legs to stand on. 2  Mounting hobbles are knee hobbles that are made with a quick release, on a lead that passes to the rider.