Cowboy tools mentioned in the document include hobbles, hackamores, bosals, knives, boots, chaps, wild rags, spurs, ropes, and mecates. Hobbles are used to limit a horse's movement while grazing. Hackamores and bosals apply pressure to a horse's nose and are commonly used on young horses. Other tools include knives for tasks, boots that protect legs and fit stirrups, and chaps that shield legs from scrubs and saddles. Wild rags have many uses like protection from elements. Spurs encourage horse movement while riding. Ropes are used for catching livestock. Cowboy hats provide shade and have multiple functional uses.