A DISASTER CAUGHT ON CAMERA // Draft Horse Pileup!!!

Things didn't go well in the field today, we had a draft horse pileup!! We caught the whole disaster on camera! Jim and the horses attempted to pull out the tractor when Lady got her foot stuck and fell down. Everyone made it out without a scratch!
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[@firecaptaintom1977]

You're advice on staying calm during a crisis is PRICELESS. In my career I saw so many situation made worse by panic. Your "motivation" of Lady was 100% justified. Tough love is still love.

[@creativehorsequeen]

I agree. We had a horse go down at my barn and we were afraid she was colicing so we had to get her up. She wasn't getting up so one of the trainers had to get in there and start smacking her with a crop. I hate using crops on horses, but in that moment, it was the only thing to get her up. So yes, sometimes you need a bit of tough love.

[@sn98886]

*Your

[@lizzieb6311]

I’ve never seen a more calm equine than the heavy horses. I’ve seen several situations that would have had tragic outcomes with your typical horses. Drafts are incredibly forgiving and patient in spite of their tremendous size. Amazing how he managed all three without going into a huge panic.

[@beverlyarcher3744]

Training with these horses and bonding

[@ronharrison1776]

Probably the scariest video you have ever shown . It shows how well trained they are and how calm you are . So glad Lady in ok .

[@renatekoch4803]

Dann war das Video doch nicht gruselig, sondern positiv anzusehen, wie sich alles mit Ruhe auflöste.

[@annehenry6243]

@BlackCanvas AT I don't speak German, but my android tablet can translate.

[@dragon1255]

Never in my life have i seen someone kick a hourse. I have been around horses all of my life and none of my family or friends have kicked a horse. This is disgusting

[@LKre-vi5oq]

Totally agree. It wasn't Lady's fault, the gelding stumbled into her and took the whole thing down. So she's pinned by another horse, then gets kicked, hard, to get her back up. And yelled at. Jesus, give her a breather.

[@sassy6292]

@@dragon1255that was more a nudge with a foot. I don’t see it as a malicious nasty kick. When a horse won’t get up you have to give them some physical encouragement.

[@Nembula]

WOW! I'm a retired farmer who did it with oxen. That wonderful nigh horse calmly trusting you to fix everything. Champion display of horsemanship, long term trust and obedience.

[@Pod.tytulem.koniara]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@hfbroady]

Glad you showed that experience. In my opinion, I think a lot of KZbinrs do not show there struggles enough. Life is all about struggle; It's not IF you will have troubles is life rather, you WILL have struggles in life. It's how we respond to struggle that (again IMO) defines us. Glad to see Bill and Lady running. I love to see large animals get excited and run and play in the fields.

[@stuglenn1112]

That's scary. Had an ole timer tell me always carry a good sharp knife in case you have to cut one out of the harness after a wreck.

[@susanbrown2909]

Yep good advice .

[@willbass2869]

Absolutely. My g-father tried to cut the gear off a mule that slipped down a stream bank in an attempt to save it. Steep, sandy bank and the animal just couldn't catch a foothold. Panic set in as mule slipped more and more. Water got deeper. Grown men shaken to their souls by sight & sound of mule fighting & braying in panic. Ended badly. Mule drowned

[@woodsgremlin9995]

The one problem with nylon or bio harness is that you can't cut it with a knife.

[@stuglenn1112]

@@woodsgremlin9995 It's not easy to cut but you can cut it with a knife if it's sharp. If you're at a point where you have to cut off parts of the harness that part is likely under a lot of tension (this helps with cutting it) due to the weight of the horse/horses equipment being on it. I've been there.

[@awalters1013]

I have no doubt he carries a knife…but I think he evaluated the situation and it didn’t call for cutting the harness. If she were severely tangled and panicking, then I bet he would have cut it.

[@fatgreyman183]

This episode gave me flashbacks! I have a team of Percheron mares that we bought from the Amish about 10 years ago. We were crossing the edge of a pond with a small wagon when my off-side mare got stuck in the mud and went down. I jumped off the wagon and started unhitching her and holding her head above water. I know most people don't leave halters under the bridal but I often do; to get her up and out I had to put a lead rope from Kate's halter to Kris's trace and pull her out. I've been so many "situations" with these ladies and they just never panic, they just wait for me to take care of the problem.

[@johnkomosa4089]

Wow

[@louisecassidy5991]

Good old horses seem to know we can get them out of a fix, green ones not so much.

[@spencerhan7995]

Holy smokes. You are tuff

[@Bret4207]

Had to do the same thing with a horse once, drag it out by the halter with power, a tractor in that case. You either save the animal or lose it by not trying!

[@fatgreyman183]

@@spencerhan7995 LOL! Poor wording on my part, Kris did the heavy work pulling her teammate out!

[@jimcour291]

We were always taught that the best tonic for a horse, was a day with Dr. Green!! Just like us, they need to be youngsters every now and again. Great video Jim, it shows what, and what not to do!! I am so glad your stressed to be calm, above all else!! Glad no one had any serious problems in the end, an amazing team!!

[@mytimeisnow8142]

Hi! I have to say, it broke my heart to see Lady laying there like that, but was glad that she and the blacks knew to stay calm while you unhitched her. And the happy ending with her and Bill, well, what a nice relief to you I’m sure, and to all of us watching! Thank you for the great care you take of these wonderful horses and for sharing your life with them with us!

[@Elizabeth-arb22]

Octavia Starr, very well said -- my thoughts exactly.

[@mikemartin3266]

¹¹

[@georgeweisbrod1876]

She can't roll uphill

[@gabrieleburg4736]

❤

[@danriley8187]

Wow. Thanks for sharing the good days and the rough spots as well. What a relief to see Lady right back to work.

[@jojocanon2803]

It always amazes me to watch their ears. They are always listening to him. Even if he's silent & walking past them, their ears follow his every move. Absolutely beautiful bond.

[@krisbaker9427]

Jojo, lol. Have you ever seen an animal before? It is not a bond between them. If you were walking around the horses instead of him, their ears would be following you. Do you have a “beautiful” bond with them?

[@farmerpete5936]

Impressed with how your horses responded to the accident. The blacks remained calm while you disconnected Lady and then hitched them to the right side of the tractor. Lady was nothing short of amazing. She remained calm and still while you unhitched her and moved the blacks. She showed complete trust in you and your actions. It's a joy to watch the way you and the horses work so well together.

[@thomasmiller9576]

I am so thankful you all (Jim and the horses) are ok. Things go bad so quick. But am super impressed to see how well the horses n Jim kept their cool and you can see the trust and faith between Jim n the horses. Once again thank you God for your presence in the situation.

[@johnkauffman1528]

Anyone can be a good horseman when things are normal but it takes a great horseman to stay calm when things go wrong 👍👍

[@adriannettlefold9084]

Seeing this reminded me of a story my Grandmother told me, of when she was a young girl snigging logs with 2 horses and the chains got tangled up and the horse piled up like yours did. She began to get upset because she was having trouble untangling the horses and knew that my Great Grandfather would give her and her sister a hiding for letting the horses get hurt. They were tough times back in the 30's and 40's and the horses were worth their weight in gold. Thanks for sharing, Lady certainly was a love for staying calm. Cheers from Emerald Queensland Australia.

[@FalconryMagic]

What's snigging please? x

[@adriannettlefold9084]

@@FalconryMagic dragging/towing along the ground. 😁

[@FalconryMagic]

@@adriannettlefold9084 'Ah right I see, thank you 😁 Often other countries use alternative words to describe things etc. hence my query 😉

[@kenj7222]

When working with machines or animals, it is not if you have a wreck. It is when and how bad. You managed everything very well! Bless you!!

[@zarashep]

So very true. We’ll said.

[@zarashep]

We’ll said,

[@zarashep]

Darn spell check. I am of course trying to say ‘Well said’.

[@jimcraig5208]

Praying that lady will be well. Praying she'll be alright.

[@kimfleury]

Thank you for your honesty! "Hope for the best and plan for the worst" really applies to working with horses, doesn't it? It's important for people who are considering entering your kind of lifestyle to see that in this world there will be trouble. If not, it could really be disastrous for them. They might expect to have everything always go perfectly, but then suffer loss from not knowing what could go wrong. In my experience, just in general, knowing that things can go wrong and being ready for something bad to happen is the only thing that keeps bad from going to worse, because you're on alert and ready to spring into action and act intelligently to save the day. Even if it's a problem you've never encountered before, your eyes are open so you can think quickly and see the solution. But it takes the example of others to set your mind on being alert to potential trouble. You've done an immense service by honestly showing this disaster. Thanks be to God it all worked out for the best for Lady, and for Bill's improved leg! I enjoyed this video as always 💕🐎

[@steveporter3929]

Thank you for showing that everything does not always go perfectly. I used to get kind of disappointed when my team wouldn't act perfectly like some of the other KZbin channels show. Thank you for showing that this is normal.

[@larryschmidt6152]

I’m glad you posted this. It was good to see how you and untangled a mess like that. Both you and the horses were calm. Yes the horses might’ve reacted differently but I’m inclined to say the chances are better with a good outcome when the horses have a good temperament and have been treated well. Good job!

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Yes! Thank you!

[@dorothyallen3614]

@@WorkingHorsesWithJim I can see they trust you very much. My first time watching your channel, thanks for sharing the bad with the good in a days work. I will be subbing.

[@LADHP]

Also my first time watching, and I was so pleased to see how you handled it, and your horses were incredible! Well done, you have a new sub!

[@samarthk6894]

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[@Bret4207]

I remember the first wreck I had, scared the crap out of me! I got the horse untangled and he was fine, but I was scared stiff! I've had horses down to the point I had to get a loader tractor, work chains under them and lift them back onto their feet. Had cattle that were far worse and never did get back up. They do seem to lose heart sometimes and just won't try to get up. But if they don't get up, they'll die within a couple 3 days. Glad you got her up quick. The longer they lay there thinking they can't get up, the more the chances of real dire problems arise. I don't imagine many non-farm folks realize that, or that horses are far "meaner" to each other than we ever are. The Good Lord was watching over you too Jim, real, real easy to get hurt bad untangling a wreck like that!

[@leanns5440]

That's a really good point. Untrusting horses could have thrashed or bolted... entwining or crushing the handler. There is considerable risk being near a horse wreck, let alone untangling one.

[@willworkforyarn4893]

Hey, when I was young and played in the yard with my siblings, there were occasions when our momma had to come out and kick a few booties!! Gets the job done!

[@steveluepke9654]

reminds me of a video where the Budweiser Clydesdale all ended up in a heap at a show in a arena and they were so well trained they just stopped and left tge experts untangled them. good job Jim

[@Cricket2731]

I saw that video of the Clydesdale wreck, too. *Very* well behaved team!

[@justsayin4984]

That came to my mind as well. That was incredible!

[@annedwyer797]

I've seen that video too, it's terrifying! It's amazing how calm the horses were, and so impressive that their handlers were able to get the team unhitched and back on their feet, apparently uninjured.

[@openrangelivestockguarddog4041]

I'm so thankful that both the horses and you were not injured. Thank you for posting the video. We ALL need a reminder that anything can happen at any moment when working with draft horses.

[@ShieAyla]

What a good girl. She was so trusting. She just trusted you to get her out, and she trusted her workmates to not injure her intentionally. What a doll.

[@laszlomandalik4935]

Hi my dad was a horse trainer and we had big horses and he practiced getting them up and down so they would get up when he said up up up I asked him why and he smiled and said it’s not like I can lift them if they fall down

[@jipjojed]

My heart sank when I saw this! But I watched it over n over to study n see it wasn't as bad as it looked. To remain calm is key n horses and you do this very well. They feed off your heartbeat. Interesting truth about ...when a horse feels trapped, they just surrender. Thanks for showing us them running in paddock, I needed to see a end on a good note ❤️ All in all thank goodness for God's grace n mercy!

[@alexanderhans3266]

She did really great. I hope to get one someday. Do you think they are unfriendly if bought as adults?

[@jodycalhoun1905]

Thank you for airing this episode. I have owned drafts for just 4 years. My first team were Suffolk mares (one of which I lost to colic in 2021). I replaced her with a 15 yo Belgian mare (owned by our Amish farrier). My husband and I have learned so much from you (feeding, handling, et al). I have resisted commenting, but perhaps this is the time to let you and your beautiful family know just how much you are appreciated. Thank you, Jim and Brenda!

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks for your kind comment, it is appreciated!

[@javieresquivel4601]

Thanks Jim , for being truthful on what happened. We all know the man upstairs was looking over you and your horses. I've been in similar situations, I could tell you were worried but I feel you pretty much kept your cool . You reacted with peace and the horses felt that you were OK and didn't panic . God bless and stay safe .

[@baskervillebee6097]

Glad that everyone is ok. That was a terrifying sight.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks

[@patriciawilhite7038]

Oh my! That was difficult to watch. But you handled it with calmness and wisdom that only years of experience can bring, Jim. Thank you for sharing. God was definitely looking out for you all. I’m glad Lady is ok!

[@jtjolly3455]

Hello do you have Snapchat or Facebook

[@ginog4480]

OMG, That scared the crap out of me. So glad she's ok

[@m.harris2429]

Hahaha….me too!!!👍

[@robertpayne2717]

Always unhook the disc from the tractor and maybe to get the disc out possibly using a chain to the tractor and disc... I ve done that with just a tractor by my self

[@chrislittlefarm]

Oh la Jim, for a moment my breath stopped, but you and Lady handled the situation brave and calm. I am very glad that all went well for you!! Big big hugs for Lady! Take care -Chris

[@1TsuNami]

Made me hold my breath. So thankful all was ok. You are so good with those horses and the trust they have in you is beautiful to watch. Thank you for sharing this Jim.

[@lizziesangi1602]

It looked like that hind leg was under her but once you encouraged her, she pulled herself up and the leg out. Very lucky no leg was broken considering h ou w deep she sank in the mud. Such a good working crew and calm has everything to do with you! Horses know their jobs and they love it - of course, when treated correctly. These big boys are outstanding! Kudos for your love and working these horses. Hundreds of years back, in Europe, they switched the horse for the steer in the fields but they found the horses to be so much better, cheaper and not difficult at all and the farmers returned to horses. I think you show just how efficient the horses are. Thank you for thanking God! Happy plowing and God bless 🙏🏼 🥰

[@denimvelvet4670]

I find watching Lady's ears once she's gone down to be interesting because she's very much alert the entire time. She's paying attention to where you are. She acts like she's dying, but the moment you walk off gets her attention. Clearly she had a lot of faith that you'd fix the situation even if she wasn't sure she could get back up by herself.

[@kevinknight470]

My Grandfather was a teamster working logs in Appalachia. Heard some real horror stories. Working with horses requires knowledge and patience. Great job Jim, glad Lady and Bill are OK. Good video, thanx.🙂

[@hejnye]

So this whole mess was your fault Jim. You are very humble showing all this, truly appreciate all your hard work. Your horses trust you so much because you are kind and gentle with them. No tractor can do that job (show love for you)!

[@carolgroves3596]

Farm life can be tough… thank you for recognizing and working so gently with these amazing animals.

[@alexanderhans3266]

She did really great. I hope to get one someday. Do you think they are unfriendly if bought as adults?

[@joycehennequin8469]

Good evening Jim,well done, you stayed calm and that was the best thing at that time.Lady new you would sort her so she stayed calm to, and the others.Things happen but all well now.All the very best dear friend 🌱🌱🌱💕

[@clairestaffieri4398]

Jim, Jim, Jim, this is an extraordinary experience into the wholeness of your life. Your honesty and humility are that of God. For me, it is a blessing to follow you and yours.

[@alexanderhans3266]

She did really great. I hope to get one someday. Do you think they are unfriendly if bought as adults?

[@terryrogers1025]

Well trained and behaved team, I think you, sir, had a lot to do with getting the team ( Lady) out of trouble by responding calmly to the situation. Glad everything came out well for you and the team, thanks for the ride along.

[@charlesmoore5840]

I had the same thing happen two Percherons pulling a wagon the gelding fell over and the mare got pulled over on top no one got hurt but he had the strangles which made him pass out I had just bought the pair at a sale trying them out at the farm and dang what a day

[@vivianwinford3681]

The Draft Horses are so intelligent they don't panic like many other breeds would. I think this is why many folks are turning to Draft Horses as riding mounts.

[@ronjaathome]

Da bin ich echt froh das alles gut gegangen ist… Danke das Du dabei so entspannt ruhig und klar bleiben kannst Ihr alle zusammen seid ein super Team 👍👌

[@ajones5683]

I love the language of equestrians. Also, that genuine smile when Lady finally got up!! Priceless.

[@haroldrobertson582]

Jim, I am so thankful that everything worked out ok with the fallen horse. I was amazed at how patient she was!

[@mickholroyd2190]

Hello..what a great educational video.. shame to see Lady go down but it happens..that can really take the confidence out of a horse..good to see she n others got straight back into it..stay safe..cheers M

[@bobjarrard]

Proof that in some ways going to power equipment over draft animals was a mistake in many ways. Countless small farms could be made profitable and could support a family if they did not feel the need to embrace all the modern trappings of current agriculture. Thanks Jim and take care Lady!!! Bob in Nevada

[@willbass2869]

Lot of horses were spared hard and sometimes abused lives by introduction of tractors. Some men simply not wired to dealing with animals in a thoughtful & humane way. Regrettably animals were all they had to get work done and many suffered as a result. I don't bemoan intro of tractors but I think 'mixed power' could have persisted on suitable farms had Ag Extension made it a priority to show benefits of mixed power and had tractor companies not introduced the 'trade in' program as a way of killing off horse & mule power (literally killing off!). Farm communities & rural economies would have further benefited had more farmers kept a team or two for certain tasks. All the ancillary businesses providing services for horse power help keep dollars circulating in local economy rather than being zipped off to far away fuel suppliers, tractor dealers and money center banks. Have you tried booking a large animal vet? Plus the soil benefits of *having* to keep some ground in pasture and hay. In my own area, fences aren't even seen on some farms. 100% cropping, not even a pony on the farm for the kids; they ride ATVs (shame☹️)

[@Bret4207]

@@willbass2869 There are some people putting the horses back into work with the high fuel prices. Your note about the "trade in" program is something not a lot of people know about. Talk about killing off the competition! Now it's so hard to even find decent horses are a reasonable price...

[@willbass2869]

@@Bret4207 good point about current shortage of draft horses and price hike. All the more reason for people to now ditch that "pure bred" & "registered" mindset. We need a flood of good old 'chunks' and 'grade' horses and mules to hit the mkt. That'll take the starch outta some of the pretentious types at draft horse sales who bid up prices and then the animal is stabled and grained but seldom worked. Outside the Amish, very few people are needing mammoth sized horses for breaking sod ground for a corn rotation or the ability to use ground drive balers etc. All the modern engine assisted mowing, tedding and baling can be done with midweight chunks. Even small acreage discing, harrowing and planting could be done by mid-weights. These oversized Belgians and Percherons really weren't even a 'thing' until 1880s(?). All that Midwest prairie soil and those steep New England hillsides were primarily plowed and worked by oxen initially. Horses showed up after the heavy work was done. They were simply faster not necessarily better for the tasks.

[@Bret4207]

@@willbass2869 Problem is there just aren't that many people breeding draft horses! Yeah, the show people are, but I;m in the heart of Amish country in Northern NY and finding a good stud horse is a problem. I don't care if it's a Perch or Belgian or Suffolk, there just aren't that many around. Best horse I ever had was a 16-ish hand Perch chunk. What a horse in the woods! The Amish around here (Northern NY) aren't into the huge horses, but they take what they can get. Hard to find any horse in good health that is priced reasonable.

[@chocolatefrenzieya]

Omgg! She handled that so well, bless her heart!

[@alexanderhans3266]

She did really great. I hope to get one someday. Do you think they are unfriendly if bought as adults?

[@chocolatefrenzieya]

@@alexanderhans3266 They are inherently friendly and bred that way, so no matter the age, you have a good chance at an excellent temperament. :)

[@Kristine6188]

So glad that Lady is okay. That video was scary, but also showed the amazing relationship you have with your horses. They all remained calm just as you did. Great job! 😊💗

[@paulpjy4996]

Glad your horses are good. Thank you! Prayers and blessings with you and the horses all is well!!!

[@pinkserendipity1]

I'm glad you shared this with us. I was on edge the whole time. You and your horses are amazing.

[@timothymoore2672]

So good that you handled the crisis so well Jim, you are right that could have went so much worse. Thanking GOD for HIS HAND over you all. Blessings for your new week ahead.

[@mikedoingmikethings702]

That kick on lady to get her up is barely a pat on these magnificent beasts... way smarter and patient than some people out there for sure LOL

[@robertlivingstone3947]

Sorry to hear about bill great video jim

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Thanks 👍

[@mfc4591]

More than anything Lady probably had her dignity hurt. Its hard to get up when you are round! I should know !Glad it all turned out ok. blessed weekend to you all

[@motherofhounds3837]

The way you kept cool and your lady just stayed down and waited for your help speaks volumes about how you treat your animals. They trust you 100% in a sketchy situation. Very cool.❤️. I absolutely love Draft horses. They are so gentle and sweet.

[@PeggyAmaya]

Poor Lady. You handled them so well Jim. That wasn't bad what you did to get her up. You don't wear heavy boots. She is a good girl.

[@biddydibdab9180]

Wow Jim. That scene with Lady had me sweating. You kept cool and she trusted you to get her out of her predicament. Nice going. So glad everything turned out so well.

[@niko-laus]

we did selective wood harvesting with clyde horses and German Coldblood in odd situation my father used to laugh out loud and that keepeth horses calm because somehow they were feeling funny about this odd thinks to that was 7 decades ago

[@davidmunro1469]

Men do cry. Thank GOD that you Jim and the horses are OK. YOUR ANGEL HAS TATTERED WINGS.

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Brenda would agree with that!

[@zarashep]

You handled it so well Jim, and then to show it to us! I found it to be a great learning experience, with lessons about horses but moreover, lessons on how to handle the inevitable mishaps that happen in life.

[@groomer537]

Oh wow!!you could here your concern in your voice .. the horses stayed calm She's says I'm dead lol

[@ericaasen4512]

Talk about teamwork. Those horses are so well tempered. Lady was just taking a little break. Glad theyre all ok

[@GuyVanHoudt]

I was plowing with 2 young belgians when I was younger. One slided and both fel. Field was a bit wet like in your vid. Same outcome, had to cheer one up. Lucky the stayed calm and no one hurt. So happened to me to. Very good example, keep the vid online, it might helps others prep.

[@markkuhne8928]

Your love for those horses is evident! I am so thankful for being able to see how you lovingly handle these strong creatures that God has given you.

[@edcrego396]

love for horses some one who loves there animals would not have put them in this predicament the man was the one who normally drove a tractor through a wet field he knew he was going to get stuck and put his horses to the Challenger pulling it out and only three horses at that come on

[@ES-zt8sj]

Thank you for sharing the ups and downs of working with horses. We have a farm also. Animals seem to know when we are there to help them. We have helped many animals big and small. It is so rewarding to take care of them. You are so calm and gentle with them. Thankful to God for watching over you and them. 🤗 And thank you for showing us them running in the field. Beautiful to see.

[@juliedalgardno3361]

I love that you explained how the pile up is similar to kids wrestling, staying calm, good training, and sharing the miss-haps. I guess we all loose a bit of confidence when we find ourselves in the mud! So glad Lady is ok! God bless and may He continue to keep you all safe!

[@debihalsey2247]

Very glad this worked out okay. You remaining calm and their training all worked together to avoid a bad accident. Thank you for sharing the bad along with the good. Again, happy everything worked out.

[@alexanderhans3266]

She did really great. I hope to get one someday. Do you think they are unfriendly if bought as adults?

[@jamesmorrison1884]

Hello Jim glad she was not hurt. Your a expert handle that situation. Have a great day.

[@ruthhartgers2688]

I really enjoy learning about work horses. My father said he trained workhorses when he was younger. I wish I asked him more about it. Thank you for sharing the scary parts too. It helps me understand better about what it takes to train your horses so they trust you like Lady did.

[@davemetcalfe3388]

Just watching this video play out, my heart was pounding hoping this would turn out well since it seems I'm kinda invested in you and your horses, Jim. Once again your professionalism shone through and the trust your pals have in you ... What a team all 4 of you are. I didn't realize that I was holding my breath long enough that I felt great relief when I took my next breath. I am so happy things turned out so well. Thank you.

[@maggieme8220]

The amount of trust they got on you. it shows your a real farmer

[@alexanderhans3266]

Honestly speaking. I hope to get one someday. Do you think they are unfriendly if bought as adults?

[@rodunsworth2060]

I have had that same type of trouble. Happy that you handled it so well and everything turned out good.

[@m.harris2429]

We were on the edge of our seats wondering how this would all work out, from the time you hitched them to the tractor to the end of your video. Some of us have weak knees…it gave us quite a scare. So thankful it all worked out…thanks to your level headedness and God’s almighty protective care. ❤️😇👍

[@none5355melvinMadigan]

That was amazing think God lady is ok you did a awesome job of getting lady up 😇

[@patdiggins9252]

Well done Jim dealing with that tricky situation. These things are bound to happen every once and a while. Glad to see all working again and none the worse for wear.

[@ricksoto8126]

those horses are so well mannered and well cared for great video

[@Paige0557]

Thank you for sharing and thank you for showing the end of the video to reassure us. Scariest thing i’ve seen, level head is important in disaster’s. Well done on keeping yours Jim. Poor Lady. I’ve got shivers just thinking about it. Dont beaat yourself about it too much Jim, lesson learned.

[@margelittleboy]

The love, respect & trust you have with your horses is paid back ten- fold when a situation occurs like what happened. Those of us blessed with horses know that the time spent with them forms a bond of trust & when they get in a situation, as Lady did, she knew you had her six & would get her back on all 4’s. So many owners panic & over react, that just makes the situation worse, for the horse & owner. The new stallion is stunning, you’re going to get some good colts & fillies by him! Congrats!

[@juliedixon5194]

Your comments in the video just prior to the accident were dead on - this wasn't a situation for any kind of beginner! And you managed to get them out through your own level of experience. Staying calm DEFINITELY helped Lady stay calm, as well as your two blacks. The breathing Lady is doing is called Agonal Breathing. For anyone else not familiar with horses and large animal rescue, it happens because the horse has trouble breathing on its side to begin with, and in a situation like this where she's scared it gets worse. It is definitely like crying or groaning with discomfort, fear and knowing you're there - she's also asking for help. Horses make similar noises when they lie down in a field and go to sleep in the sun, because again, it's harder for them on their sides - even though they're relaxing.

[@gloriajones231]

Oh Jim I was so afraid when I seen Lady laying down like she did, thank you Lord that all is ok, Jim you work so well with the horses!

[@alexanderhans3266]

She did really great. I hope to get one someday. Do you think they are unfriendly if bought as adults?

[@lucinaramsey4705]

Wow lady was absolutely very calm in that kind of situation.. could have been so much worse, thank you for being truthful as things do go wrong sometimes, glad the horses are ok.

[@jjock3239]

I am so relieved that Lady stayed calm, because that could have been quite a mess. I am grateful that she wasn't injured and had a great day in the sun.

[@morganwalker2508]

You got off lucky there. I'll bet next time you use a longer chain so the team can pull from dry/dryer ground. Glad to hear there were no injuries.

[@dirtroadfarm.4024]

Shows how well trained these horses are how calm they stayed.

[@htb123]

I've recently found your channel and am catching up on your vids, love how you train and handle your working horses and it's great that you show the mishaps and when things go wrong. You handled this brilliantly and I'm glad all are ok, your training and relationship with them saved this going from bad to horrific, the trust they have in you is impressive, I'm always impressed with how they listen to you. Thank you for sharing the mishaps, I'm learning so much from your channel :)

[@curtiswolf313]

Glad everything turned out alright. Since the horses are well trained and calm kept that from being a very bad situation. Also congratulations to you Jim for keeping your wits about you which kept things from being much worse. 👍👍👍

[@marilynbowe650]

I love that the appreciation of draft horses has grown. I currently have two Brabant/Haflinger cross fillies mowing my pasture. Marvelous what these horses can do .

[@markbeauseigneur5947]

That was really scary but I am glad that it all worked out for the best and everything is good 👍

[@WorkingHorsesWithJim]

Yeah thanks

[@maryannhicks7829]

I am so glad Lady wasn't hurt. Your horses a gentle and listen to you. Awesome rescue of Lady and her companions .

[@alexanderhans3266]

She did really great. I hope to get one someday. Do you think they are unfriendly if bought as adults?

[@r.f.richardsonjr5691]

Wow! Lady & Bill seem to be really good, running through the pasture. Thank goodness.

[@TheYangnyin]

That must have been so frightening! Very glad it wasn't catastrophic.

[@maryleonard6381]

Great video showing the good days and the bad. Thank y’all for being real. And so sorry some people feel they have the right to be just plain mean in their comments.😢

[@alexanderhans3266]

She did really great. I hope to get one someday. Do you think they are unfriendly if bought as adults?

[@frednawrot4197]

Wow! Jim broke my heat to see this...You said dont try this at home...you are rite...Also I could see your love and concern for your horses...Thanks for showing this. that is very brave of you. You are amazing

[@andreahunter2836]

I've never seen your videos before, but I'm impressed, not only with your calmness in a crisis, but your honesty about mistakes. Some people would have binned this video instead of sharing. Love your horses

[@judy4429]

Thank God Lady is ok! Wow that was really scary! Learnt something new in all your videos! You learnt something different also!

[@barrybracegirdle2931]

My gosh that looked abit scary. I'm glad the horses and you are OK.

[@nancygargasz8021]

My heart ached for lady. Watch often admiring the beauty of these horses so graceful. Glad you and Lady are ok. God bless.

[@tessjones5987]

Lady is a trooper. Love your horses. they are amazing workers and so lovely to watch.