How can I find and tame wild horses for extra income?

Taming wild horses in Red Dead Redemption 2 is a rewarding activity that can provide extra income and expand your stable of mounts. To begin, you’ll need to locate wild horses, which are commonly found in open areas like the Heartlands, Big Valley, and the plains near Valentine. These regions are ideal for spotting herds of wild horses grazing or roaming freely. Once you’ve identified a horse, approach it slowly and quietly to avoid spooking it.\n\nTo tame a wild horse, you’ll need to calm it down by pressing the appropriate button (L3 on PlayStation or LS on Xbox) when prompted. This action reduces the horse’s fear and prevents it from bolting. As you get closer, the horse may start to buck or run away. Use your lasso to catch it by aiming with L2/LT and throwing the lasso with R2/RT. Once lassoed, approach the horse carefully while holding the lasso to keep it restrained.\n\nAfter catching the horse, mount it by pressing the prompted button. The horse will buck and try to throw you off, so you’ll need to calm it by moving the left stick in the opposite direction of its movements. This mini-game requires patience and timing. If you fail, the horse will throw you off, and you’ll need to start the process again. Successfully calming the horse will bond it to you, making it your temporary mount.\n\nOnce tamed, you can ride the horse to a stable to register it. Stables are located in towns like Valentine, Strawberry, and Saint Denis. Registering the horse costs a small fee, but it allows you to sell it or keep it as a backup mount. Selling tamed horses can be a lucrative source of income, especially if you find rare breeds like the Arabian or Mustang. These horses fetch higher prices at stables or with horse fence NPCs.\n\nA common challenge is spooking the horse before you can tame it. To avoid this, crouch and move slowly while approaching. Use cover like trees or rocks to stay hidden until you’re close enough to lasso the horse. Additionally, avoid wearing heavy clothing or carrying weapons, as these can make you appear more threatening to the horse.\n\nFor experienced players, consider using bait like hay or apples to lure wild horses closer. This tactic is particularly useful for rare breeds that are more skittish. Another tip is to use the Eagle Eye ability to track horse trails and locate herds more efficiently. This ability highlights animal tracks and makes it easier to follow them.\n\nIn summary, taming wild horses involves locating them in open areas, using your lasso to catch them, and calming them during the mounting process. Registering and selling these horses can provide a steady income stream. With practice and patience, you can master this skill and even find rare breeds to add to your collection.