Abstract: A coupling apparatus for allowing one person to releasably connect a first object to a second object, which second object has a first engageable portion, a second engageable portion and a third engageable portion, is disclosed. The coupling apparatus includes a first connector mechanism associated with the first object for releasably engaging the first engageable portion of the second object. The coupling apparatus further includes a second connector mechanism associated with the first object for releasably engaging the second engageable portion of the second object. The coupling apparatus further includes a third connector means associated with the first object for releasably engaging the third engageable portion of the second object. Also included in the coupling apparatus is a support member, such as a frame, for interconnecting the first, second and third connector mechanisms.

Abstract: Electronic transmitter means are used for generating and emitting a control signal which is detected by an animal-handling mechanism associated with the animal for physically manipulating the animal to control its movement. The animal-handling mechanism includes motors for controlling the tensioning of reins connected to the head of the animal. A control signal can also be transmitted to activate a bat mechanism for striking the animal to urge it forward.