Goat Dummies:

So far, I have not found a goat tying dummy that's realistically close to an actual goat that is COMFORTABLE to sit on while tying.  Most dummys have bolts that make them uncomfortable to sit and ty correctly, and bad habits are easily formed because the tyer will adjust position to try to get comfortable on the dummy.  Plus most dummies are fairly expensive and I'd rather spend that money on the real thing, as nothing will "teach" like an actual animal. (and the most challenging are the best teachers!!)

I've found that tying your foot will teach you (1) how to ty,  (2) help add speed to a ty and (3) correct problems with tying.  Right handed goat tyers ty their left foot.  Rest your left leg, above your ankle on your right thigh so your foot actually isn't resting on your thigh.  Hold the arch of your left foot as you would the goat's legs.   Rotate at the waist  to the right a little bit so your upper body is directly over your left foot, keep both shoulders square to the ground, your eyes on the web of your left hand (holding your arch of  your foot) to help put your wraps right around the arch and not on your toes.  I like to slap my foot to simulate my right hand going from the goat's legs to my mouth to create that muscle memory. I also ty with only a sock on, as you can feel the tightness of your ty better.