Cowboy Code of the West

• Never ask a man about his past.
• Theft of a horse is punishable by death.
• Look after yourself and those you love.
• Remove guns before sitting down to dine.
• Only make a threat if you’re prepared to take the consequences.
• On the trail, greet others before you come into shooting range, especially when approaching from behind.
• When greeting a person on horseback, nod rather than wave to avoid spooking the horse.
• Looking back at someone you pass on the trail implies a lack of trust.
• Riding a horse without permission is akin to violating his wife.
• A real cowman saves his breath for breathing rather than talking.
• Tend your horse’s needs before your own.
• Never cuss in front of a woman.
• Complaining about cooking earns you a stint as cook.
• Help those in need, even enemies.
• Never steal another man’s hat.
• Show hospitality to strangers.
• Fight fair.
• To avoid being shot, never shake a sleeping man awake.
• Help a friend in need.
• Never brag.
• Be loyal.
• Be grateful.
• Don’t complain.
• Never quit.
• Show your grit.
• Never shoot an unarmed man.
• Never shoot a woman.
• Let your word be your bond.
• Uphold the Golden Rule.