A “bad” hunt could be quite similar to a skirmish with enemies.

The “buffalo pony” was trained more finely than a war horse, and even so it was a very dangerous pursuit. 

All the power of the brave’s bow is needed up close and the bull knows he must destroy the horse that has attached himself to his side.

Their legs intertwine, footing is unsure, and even if the arrow is true, the horse and hunter may well go with the hunted.