"UNEXPECTED"! Everything Was Fine, Until This Happened!

"UNEXPECTED"! Everything Was Fine, Until This Happened!

[@catherineharrison9441]

People need to learn that when a horse pins back it’s ears you need to back off. This is a clear sign that the horse is uncomfortable with the situation.

[@debraparsons8362]

Also if the dogs hackels are raised leave it alone.

[@ChristineDixon-ge3xs]

Oh a horse expert

[@ChristineDixon-ge3xs]

And dog expert 🤣

[@Nobby76]

Agreed. There was a few moments you could see the horse had its ears right back and doing that big wide eyed look. It was clearly bothered by something.

[@leighheskey6381]

Absolutely agreed :)

[@franceskronenwett3539]

After watching this video and other ones regarding the King's Guards and the behaviour of some tourists I think it is high time for a fence to be built around this area in order to protect both Guards and their horses from stupid tourists.

[@lorenataft7074]

Yes. Totally agree, tourists should not be allowed within arm's reach of the horses .

[@suzanneterrey4499]

I second that!

[@lynettecoleman73]

YES, and Amen. They really need to build a barrier between the horse guards and the people it's just circus. In this day and age when people don't have an internal sense of boundaries, they need to have a boundary put there for them! Also in this day and age with unknown enemies, the guard should never be that exposed. Keep a distance Please. Cameras are made with zoom lenses.

[@tkjedi3688]

Like I said before on another channel...ppl act like it's something from Disney land...they can interact and think there is no consequence to thier actions. This is not a person in costume and the horse is not an animatronic prop. They are a real functioning part of this place. I've seen this in other places like changing of the guard in Scotland, ppl just standing there and have to be shouted at to move or try to lift the soldiers kilts etc...

[@helenizzard8993]

Yea an electric fence

[@theresashaw7850]

I love with the Officer pushed the lady , because she got in the way of the gaurd and horse moving. She deserved that push

[@tanyacromleholme512]

Impressive skill on display from the kings soldier who remained calm and in control of a truly magnificent animal 👏

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

Well they are trained for worse than this.

[@evelynpaterson2823]

The guard is a very skilled rider, however the pedestrian tourists are idiots!!!! Especially the person with baby buggy. A clearly skittish horse and the person with a buggy still stays there for a look, unbelievable and putting the toddler at great risk! Hats of and respect to the guard

[@bernicebarcelona8385]

The only thing with some people is that they have no respect!!!

[@cherylreaves253]

Funny, I was thinking the same thing. Such idiots. I really felt for the horse and rider.

[@harlcc261]

hats off to the horse

[@leemoka4602]

I understand this can be very unsettling for the horse, with so many people around.

[@paulinerodgerson2476]

They should strike a line where people can't cross to harass the horses! My grandfather was a cavalryman....

[@kizpaws]

Did anyone else endure emotional stress at the way the crowds would NOT back off, seeing that there was a difficult situation going on?? I was literally grinding my teeth in annoyance! Geez those guards have to tolerate a lot of crap. Well done to the rider's handling under these circumstances.

[@lorenataft7074]

I wouldn't stress one bit ...if stupid people don't move and they get kicked, oh well...they were stupid.

[@PaganPunk]

​@Lorena Taft I think they meant getting stressed out at the people! ❤ x

[@PaganPunk]

Drives me mad!! Its like they've never seen a horse before!! Its part of everyday life for us londoners!! ❤

[@tonywalton1464]

Some of these tourists seem to think that the Guards are like Minnie and Mickey at Disneyland, hired actors playing the part of chocolate soldiers. Of *course* they're trained horses, acting a part, or so the tourists believe. I'm just surprised they don't expect a noticeboard giving the time of the next "horse display".

[@jennydefreitas3455]

So many ignorami .. poor horses and guards 😮

[@judyheim6998]

Pawing the ground, chewing that bit and shaking head up and down tells you something was uncomfortable for him.

[@rosettamccoy6123]

I think he may seen the Queen's Ghost

[@suzanne386]

The bit, by the looks of it.

[@binxwinx8434]

The kings horses are some of the most beautiful in the world... bless them, it must be hard for them to stand there for so long with loads of tourists peserting them. The guards are amazing horsemen. Actually feel very proud!

[@chrism191]

All the King’s horses and all the King’s men couldn’t put the tourists together again…

[@caz3502]

They only stand for an hour

[@Paulchen7223]

​@@caz3502trotzdem, es in STÄNDIGER STRESS FÜR DIE ARMEN TIERSEELEN 😢😢😢😢

[@melaniekendall4903]

​@@caz3502it's a lot longer than an hour. I don't think there's 24 horses to change so often

[@caz3502]

​@@Paulchen7223these horses are specially bred for their calmness. It is NOT stressful for them. They parade through London for special occasions such as the Kings coronation and our Queens funeral and are used to crowds of people. A horse can have an off day sometimes. Maybe learn about Great Britain's traditions and heritage before commenting and criticising.

[@pagalmasala]

Handled those obnoxious tourists quite well I’d say. Give the horse a carrot and buy that guard a fine glass of whiskey after work!

[@SparkeysMum]

HERE HERE! Single malt, perhaps...🥃? Sure it would be most appreciated by the end of the day.

[@patriciadavis2506]

​@@SparkeysMumwhat if he doesn't drink whisky? 😮

[@robertf3479]

@@patriciadavis2506 The single malt is for the horse of course, the guard gets something stronger.

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

It has to be Irish Whiskey then!!!

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

​@@patriciadavis2506 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@daisyduck22]

Don't people realise that horses can kick back. The riders do amazing jobs when the horses are upset.......especially with one hand only on the reins. Well done rider!

[@alison155]

Then if the unexpected happened they would say.... why.. i got hurt.. That silly girl in the blue... 🙄

[@AmethystDew]

@@alison155 I can't believe the stupidity of the vast majority of the people watching. That silly girl looked like a grown up woman. Well done the riders/soldiers and the police too, who must be left scratching their heads after a days duty watching the hanging chin mob.

[@joycefarrar1064]

The horse was having an off day and/or tired of stupid people. Cannot believe that when the horse came the one time the officer had to tell people to back up. The people with the baby in the stroller were the last to move back and the horse was kicking. There is no amount of guessing on how stupid the people can get. Horse was beautiful, and the rider handled him very well. Kudos to the guards and their helper.

[@Magdalene_b]

And still hold that sword in place these Guards and Horses are so amazing.

[@jaykb6587]

But that horse had had enough. The horse was saying that it wanted out. It should have been listened to. For the horse's sake! Great riding kept it from really hurting someone. But horse's shoes can slip on pavement. The horse, and rider, could have been injured.

[@IKFKSwitch]

I'm always so impressed when an equestrian allows his mount to exhibit natural behavior, while still maintaining a significant enough connection with his mount that he can gently temper the animal's stress level to ensure nobody gets seriously hurt. (Even if they deserve to.)

[@admiralbenbow5083]

He allows it because he cannot stop it. He is sitting on an animal that weighs well over half a tonne, well trained though it is, it has a mind of its own and if you try to fight it there will only be one winner.

[@Jolene492]

Don’t you think a horse being subjected to this is cruel. What kind of life does it have

[@Jolene492]

@@anitavarley1975 calm down. You sound upset. Don’t let my silly comment get to you

[@frans3474]

@@Jolene492 Probably an even more pampered lifestyle than you! They don’t lack love or attention.

[@chrislim7615]

Think shouldn't let ppl touch them,cos some nasty pips might slip something into mout

[@sweett2185]

The horse is agitated and restless. Those riders are excellent. Horses are beautiful creatures.

[@pamelamartyn5460]

The lady just stands there with her baby in a stroller, unbelievable !

[@lorenataft7074]

She'd move when a hoof grazes her child

[@SN-zb7ew]

Every time I have seen one of these videos I am just shocked at how stupid and rude tourist are. Seems to me that this is more of a disgrace to the guards than anything else.

[@cazroberts3614]

It’s a pram not a stroller

[@ruthwest1459]

​@Caz Roberts who gives a $hit what it's called.

[@jaykb6587]

​@@cazroberts3614depends which side of the pond you're viewing this on...

[@flossielyn]

All animals,like humans can have an off day. This beautiful horse is having his.

[@1414141x]

What can a horse do when it has an itchy backside ?

[@dbuse1]

An off day? Making this horse stand in one place all day is driving it crazy ! It’s animal abuse

[@SueProv]

​@@dbuse1 They change every hour.

[@flossielyn]

@@dbuse1 The horses don't stand there all day one hour max and they are working animals trained for the task.Get your facts straight

[@janel342]

The horse is hot The horse is bored Me too.

[@pamelavarilone2614]

Mad respect for these beautifully trained soldiers. It is an absolute wonder that news of tourists being bitten or kicked by those magnificent horses doesn't reach us daily.

[@shanny4306]

🇨🇦. This magnificent creature is using extremely ,easy to read , body language ! WHAT a beautiful horse !

[@lillianfoulkes4084]

What a patient caring and skilled guard he is! He knows how to handle this restless horse. Bravo.

[@aligrotts6400]

Too bad the guy installing the bit didn't know what he was doing.

[@dianeforth-eglon5183]

Maybe the horse had a stone in his hoof? He was smacking the ground with it early on. Poor darling, and well done guard.

[@suzanneterrey4499]

@@aligrotts6400 They don't "install the bit"! LOL, They install air conditioners. Good grief. Another non-horse person weighing in on the unknown!

[@PhyllisGlassup2TheBrim]

It's the 2 painful metal bits which are probably causing the problem in the first place.

[@jayceec3178]

Well of course he knows how to handle the horse, he’s been trained. They don’t just put any person on the back of a horse.

[@here_we_go_again2571]

Oh-oh ... He's got his ears back and is striking the pavement with his front feet .... He has had enough! (Can't say as I blame him!) The guard handled him very well.

[@carminemurray6624]

Horses 🐎 are very sensitive, and I figure they get that unpleasant Antsy 🐜 feeling that We Humans get, and it makes the Horses behave that way, and the Guard is taught to be Masterful, by guiding the Horse in circles, and this helps The Horse to regain control and work off those bad feelings and bad vibes.

[@mariacarmencitagomez7344]

Sí, es una demostración de lo enojado que está!!! Pero la gente es muy imprudente!!! , aunque no sepa nada de caballos, tendrían que haberse dado cuenta de la situación y despejar el lugar!! Muy incultos, la mayoría!!! Ni siquiera saben leer el cartel que avisa de que tengan cuidado con el caballo!! 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️🇺🇾🇺🇾🇺🇾🇺🇾

[@permdogs1]

The horse whisperer is the best!

[@marcyjames1]

I wonder what kind of "audition" the guards must give before getting this job? I'll sure it's very rigorous.

[@theresashaw7850]

Yep horse was stressed and letting people know

[@lovekatz3979]

The skill of this guard is to be commended. I can just about reverse a car, never mind a horse. The tourists see more of my country than most Brits'. Sad but true, so please be respectful of the magnificent horses and our wonderful Kings Guards ❤

[@annett9878]

What a wonderful rider. Calm and collected. Well done you two

[@marywood6270]

And that pawing of the leg is why i hate seeing small children standing and petting a horse near their legs..

[@cgambke]

Me too 😢 if a horse hurt a kid people would blame the horse.

[@deidracalvert2738]

I saw one of the horses grab a female tourist’s pony tail as she turned to walk away!

[@deidracalvert2738]

He is not a happy camper!!!!!

[@laurieschapro6036]

​@@deidracalvert2738 OH WOW - THAT IS BAD !!!!! I HOPE THAT IT DIDN'T HURT HER .

[@marywood6270]

@@laurieschapro6036 yes, she walked off, she seemed ok..

[@cgambke]

Unbelievable that the guards have to physically move people back. No wonder some horses get so stressed 😢

[@rebeccagraysmith3440]

I felt very sorry for the horse, he was stressed with all the crowds and it looked as though the rider was starting to become stressed too.

[@jaykb6587]

There's actually a "panic button" for the rider to press before the horse actually gets so out of control. I was surprised the horse wasn't listened to and removed as it was, not just asking, but demanding to be taken out of there. That slippery pavement could have caused an injury to both horse and rider...

[@ogathingo8885]

Me too, it is not pleasant to stand on a hard concrete, staring by crowds , who are noisy and disrespectful…hope the horse and the rider does not have stay whole day ?

[@jaykb6587]

@@ogathingo8885 As I am thinking, the horses and riders are only required to do one hour shifts. But sometimes, that one hour is just too long for these beautiful horses. And those swords must be weighing a ton by the end of the rider's obligatory hour.

[@ardentynekent2099]

That was right on the edge, and the baby in the buggy! Unbelievable. Well done!

[@marcyjames1]

Oh, the poor thing. So stressed. He just didn't know what to do with himself. I wish the rider would've just brought him back to the stables to rest after the first episode.

[@jacquiepitfield9805]

Quietly handled by the young guard. These beautiful horse's have off days too. As for the tourists well, poor horse's and guards to have to put up with all this. Look forward to seeing them at the beach again. Good job boy's.

[@janettesinclair6279]

Everything was not really fine - the horse's ears were back, it was pawing the ground for a good time before it moved out of position. There was a mother with a child in a buggy who was only a couple of feet from the horse's hooves when it went out near the tourists! Well done to the guards who contained the situation until they had to remove the agitated horse.

[@isobelstaples6668]

My lovely Thoroughbred who is now 30yrs and I've had him for 24yrs, starts pawing if he's in pain with Collic or some other tummy upset if he's hungry. It's nothing to do with bits or tack pinching him. To me that horse was trying to tell some one that he was not feeling to well

[@sallysloman1742]

Possibly wasp or horsefly upsetting the horse. It happens when the weather gets warmer.

[@VeronicaCraig-nq4zj]

I was thinking mybe the horse was tired standing in the same spot for so long. And god love him if he was in pain. Rider was good handling him. But i think he should have been checked. 😥

[@paulgraham3012]

​@@VeronicaCraig-nq4zj the horse is on duty for 1 hour. That includes inspection and change over ceremony so about 45 mins standing in the box.

[@hilaryg55-sl6he]

The horse seems to be showing aversion to standing in the droppings on the ground, presumably from another horse / horses. Perhaps their is a strong smell, which this horse is reacting too. I think if the box had been hosed down between guard change, it would have helped avoid this potentially dangerous situation.

[@user-hh7zi7xr2g]

My horse does this when he’s being stroppy or agitated . Not always colic .

[@lynettecoleman73]

Just before this video I watched another episode where the guard had to push the panic button. I saw some similar behaviors and the two horses one was first the one kept the first one with the panic button. He kept chewing about on his bed and his tongue was asked you and then just waving his head up and down to both sides of the chest areas. Same areas people touch. I'm noticing this horse is doing something similar with the mouth first there are lot of bugs going around and I'm wondering if some of those bugs might have a chemical that they emit. The horses can't tell you that their tongue is burning. Anyone inspecting them wouldn't see it. I'm watching little bugs flying around. The horses tongue is kind of going from side to side, both horses were waving their head this one is stopping its foot it's trying to express something it can't do anything about. Something might have a burning sensation. A second theory is worse. I've often thought of those people that come up and then put their hand to the horse's nose and mouth area who knows what they could put on their hands as a sadistic trick like bengay or some other chemical that can begin to burn overtime. Ben gay gets hotter and hotter over time. I don't think any of those people should ever be patting the horses and touching them who knows what chemical they could have on their hands..✋

[@amandastratton8242]

That horse seemed fine until that man patted him a lot

[@hilarysmale-saunders9555]

Well how stupid to name something that could upset the horse. Don't you just love the know it all.

[@Partyanimal1066]

‘Beware,horses can kick and bite’ Shame they don’t do it more often.

[@terribudesa4659]

I saw a vid last week where a woman backed up to the horse for a selfie. The horse reached out and grabbed her ponytail and gave it a good yank. It was pretty funny to see her very shocked expression.

[@sandwitch4300]

Poor horse looked proper peed off with work! 😌 the guard was very patient with his angry steed!👍🏻

[@Avril164]

Oh wow!! He is a fiesty one. The spins were impressive. Well done too the Guard. Tourists just standing there not moving.❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@fusspot57]

....especially the woman in the blue top who had to be pushed out of the way by the policeman!

[@maureenskelton5828]

😡😡😡😡Stupid. They must think it's a circus trick 🤬

[@Gwenllian5762]

Circles were probably turned deliberately by the rider for everyone’s safety. Makes it very hard for a horse to run off. Ideall y on an open field for example you’dbturn your runaway horse in ever decreasing circles but not so so easy and more urgent in a restricted space.

[@sandib4234]

@@fusspot57 Nut's!!

[@geliconner9669]

That woman in the blue top was standing there to have her photo taken 🙄

[@lewiscowden9731]

Those young men and women are great controlling the horses. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@user-du1hw7kw3o]

Diese Pferde sprechen eine deutliche Sprache sehr deutlich und konsequent ich liebe euch❤

[@wardygrub]

People forget they are sentient animals, not machines!

[@susieowens3]

Well done to this guard he seemed in full controll of the situation with his horse spinning true professional you will go far❤❤❤❤❤🐴🐴👍👍

[@pthhhhht]

...did you hear that dumb woman in the background say "he's doing that on purpose"...tourists.....

[@marlenaforbes-reidy9876]

That poor horse should be running free in the fields enjoying the life of a horse. ❤️🐎❤🐎❤

[@dianacoles1017]

Which it does for large parts of its life when its not on duty.

[@carlavv5302]

I agree, I feel bad for them. At least some type of care would be nice when they are under stress. Poor horse they just circled him around twice.

[@Axelsmom]

I’m hoping that these incredible horses and guards are able to ride together each day. This way they will understand each others mannerisms and recognize when something is amiss

[@jo-penford]

The most difficult job is keeping these beautiful horses from slipping over. Guards do a great job in the circumstances theyre in. ♡

[@robertamcmunn3642]

That soldier in camo knows his horses too. He has a calming effect on the horse.

[@janedenktasli1015]

The guards all dress like that when they aren't on parade duty.

[@robertamcmunn3642]

@@janedenktasli1015 Oh thank you, I did not know that.

[@jeanniewarken5822]

Unusual to see a soldier with non regulation hair and beard..maybe he was a seik...

[@SparkeysMum]

@@jeanniewarken5822 I think this has been answered. If I remember correctly, his name is Sam Watkins and he is a Rastafarian; there are several serving in the British forces. Look him up on the internet, he's an impressive guy!

[@SparkeysMum]

Sorry, I got the name of the Guard in camo with the beard and long hair wrong. He is Sam Wallace and he's an excellent soldier. He is Rastafarian and has permission to wear long hair and beard.

[@marybrown1539]

Sam-the horse whisper, i wonder if he has the magical touch with all animals.

[@paulaperry5764]

The poor horse has been putting up with these people for hours. Standing in the same position, just cruel.

[@MsEssmess]

1 hr at a shift I believe.

[@paulgraham3012]

For 1 hour max . Deduct inspection and 2 change- overseas 45 mins in the box.

[@susanlittle-zq3fr]

No. Only one hour per week

[@3554ELM]

Horses are very sensitive animals, and sometimes dislike people , thinking nasty thoughts or with peculiar smells.😮

[@nigelmorgan3449]

The is guard is fantastic good control of his horse your good men…Thank you for your service Respect

[@deborahmatthewson8471]

They should not make him stay there he's to stressed

[@EnglishLawyer]

These horses are brilliant. They have internal time clocks that tell them when it's time to move on and go home.

[@terribudesa4659]

The bell helps too.

[@sueshrodes9462]

The horse gave crystal clear indications he was stressed and annoyed (pawing, chewing, moving around, ears pinned) even the two kids felt the horses negative energy and hesitated walking in front of him....sadly no one listened to what the horse was saying.

[@maryfitzsimmonsmcgaw3640]

I agree with you, many of the horses also throw their heads up too, they wear a chain martingale type which restricts how far they can reach or I am sure the guards would be hit with the head coming back which leads me to think they are aware of the problem. Many years I witnessed a rider having his nose broken. There are several things that could cause problems start at the bit and work your way round the horse it breaks my heart to see these Beautiful animals in such distress!

[@nargilblue]

The chain is not a martingal. The horses wear a cavalry bridle with the headpiece and bit able to be removed leaving the horse in just a headcollar. The chain is attached to the headcollar and looped around the horses neck like an ordinary lead rope. It's made of chain because they are cavalry horses. In the days of mounted combat the chain would offer some protection from a sword slash to the horses throat.

[@maxinegerber-mom1874]

I agree 100% that the bit are probably a big issue here

[@iaidoman]

@@maxinegerber-mom1874 those bits have been around cavalry horses for over 200 years.

[@maxinegerber-mom1874]

@@iaidoman after all these years it’s time to get some thing new . I never saw so many horses protest against there bit . I know that many dressage riders agree with this

[@maryfitzsimmonsmcgaw3640]

Hi Nar thanks and your info. I was thinking of a standing martingale but as the chain was attached to the headcollar I couldn't at time of writing think of a better name. Having worked for many years with horses and ponies I could stand still if one of my charges began to throw its head about. The guards are good at calming their horses but it worrys me that a young child held by parent too close and gets caught by the horse.

[@WhispersFromTheDark]

I don't know how those horses can stand all the noise and rude people around them all the time while standing guard. I know they're trained to deal with it but I still don't see how they can be so patient and the guards are quite impressive in how they manage those horses. Bless their hearts.

[@corrinemischiek1487]

The horse was like, ‘I don’t wanna do this today. Get me outta here!” Horse was not having a good day.

[@Hudson1910]

That was a very dangerous situation. Glad the horse got in control finally.

[@lindafisher1957]

All the Guards handle the horses great. They have respect for them and horses trust them.

[@lynnelongman2466]

Why is there no white line around the horse and guardsman to stop the public from getting so close and behave like idiots

[@andreaguidebeck2305]

I wish there was. It would protect everyone.

[@kchodron406]

Idiots don't pay any attention to white lines. Or signs. If the big stompy horse itself isn't enough of a clue that they should stay back there's no hope for these people.

[@ub7959]

You forgot: Stupid People ignore everything!

[@lisacarver1128]

I wish they would clean the boxes more often. Those beautiful horses shouldn't have to stand in their own waste for hours.

[@ivanag683]

These wonderful creatures also have bad days, heat, insects, crowds, lots of voices, traffic and of course they get nervous or something hurts them in the whole story , people they are worst.

[@lillianwetherby5270]

The horse is tired of being treated like he is in a petting zoo. He is working and expects the respect he is due. I don’t blame him for being angry. His guard is doing a great job working with his partner.

[@carolsmart238]

I’ve watched several horses really enjoying the attention from the tourists, but I’ve also seen so many being pestered by people who think the horse guards are entertainment. There are real working soldiers with their trained horses. I can’t help but wish people would not be allowed to get so close to the horse & rider. I can’t believe how many make sudden moves & loud noises. Bless the horses & the soldiers for their hard work & service. You look wonderful!!!🙏🏼🤗💕

[@Patricia-om3vo]

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[@kerrylennox7359]

The horses are special trained to stand there. They trained to ignore noise, people surrounding them and any other distractions. Usually a horse pawing with one leg means it's impatient or frustrated. I think that the guards and soldiers were aware..but the post can not be left unguarded, so I do believe they were trying to speed up the shift change, whilst reassuring both the guard and the horse.

[@suzanneterrey4499]

I agree. A bored horse is a troublemaker...lol

[@leeyaferguson9019]

The Kings Guards should protected from public!!!

[@beckyklepper315]

It almost appeared as though her B was sitting wrong in her mouth the way she kept jumping and licking, she's definitely irritated not just by the crowds that she's trying to be used to. She definitely was having a rough day! Kudos to the guard staff. For the parent that have the baby in that stroller and just stood there while that horse was clearly in distance to have kicked that poor baby in the head, I hope they see this video in realize how close they were to a really awful day!

[@marilynschroeter796]

I couldn't believe that mother did nothing while that huge animal was in distress. Makes me think of those idiots that get so close to bison or elk at national parks.

[@marcyjames1]

Yes. I thought that the bit in her mouth was irritating her. She kept moving her jaw incessantly.

[@itsabouttime8680]

Horse was just relieving it's boredom. It's criminal the way they have to stand in a guard box without having a chance to move about. Good on the horse for doing what it wanted to.

[@susanlittle-zq3fr]

Only one hour. It's nothing. They only do it once per week. They have a wonderful life❤

[@KarmaKitten01]

To a horse handler, it is obvious that either there is a horsefly biting his underbelly (which would mean they missed a spot with the insect repellant) or his tack is pinching. Of course he could be just having a bad day… just saying most trained horses won’t act up unless there is a reason.

[@edemontfort9482]

Definitely uncomfortable, tack is pinching or something hurts. He keeps licking, could be the bit.

[@ktcrewman881]

exactly ... the way he was trying to rub his chest or his leg was obviously something or even sweat irritating him well done on the handler trying to reassure him, it was kind to see..

[@madeleinedonaldsondonaldso6309]

Thats how I feel too. His bit may have been uncomfortable

[@juliechute9024]

I taught beginners' riding years ago. Horses are not machines- they've good & bad days just as we do. They have social habits, have likes, dislikes, anxieties, become ill or sore just as we do. Some figured this out sooner than others..😅

[@kylieknight2365]

If he is getting bitten they shake and move their head or attempt to move their heads around to where it is. He is just having a bad day he could be a new horse as well

[@Rob-yu1lw]

The rider - guard did a great job steering the horse back into the stall. It mustn't be easy holding the reins with one hand and the sword with the other.

[@bigbear71445]

The troopers and horses on this detail have extraordinary patience.

[@Chattycrafter2580]

Boy this horse is angry, not only is he stomping look at he’s ears he is mad as hell. Stand clear when you see this behaviour.🥺🥺

[@pikachu7118]

I don’t believe in these beautiful animals having to stand so long, it’s usually the martingale and bit that bothers some of them. Guard did a great job but the public are so stupid. I have horses but I’ve had lots of mishaps , people forget how strong these horses are. 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@oldharpydisguised709]

I would just point out that no Cavalry horse wears a martingale. What you can see are the leather bridoon or snaffle reins hanging loose, or the steel teather chain, which is attached to the headstall. Most of the trouble that the troopers have with their mounts are the inevitable problems that occur between the necessity for the horse to do what it is told, when told and (the tricky part) for as long as it is required, and trying to take into account the wants and needs of an intelligent, sensitive, and often self opinionated animal, surrounded by well intentioned idiots.

[@elsestelema6273]

@@oldharpydisguised709 a self opinionated animal??

[@caz3502]

THEY ARE ONLY OUT THERE FOR AN HOUR

[@suzanneterrey4499]

@@oldharpydisguised709 Thank heavens! The voice of reason! I hope everyone reads your response because it answers their questions, calms their fears and hopefully educates a few. Well done!

[@9loverk68]

They stand for 1hr.

[@helenwalker716]

I live in the US in a tourist state, Florida. Tourists live in another world. So thoughtless, if they even bother to think at all. God bless the horses and their riders.

[@Lin-co9jd]

Actually, they think because they are on vacation that mother nature should be as well.

[@WoundedWarrior2012]

Thank you for being gentle on the reins even in a tense moment. Superior horsemanship.

[@aleta5873]

It's a wonder people don't get kicked more. They're too close crowding around...

[@patriciah1083]

Do you know how much concentration you have to have to manage a horse thats acting up and those fools are just standing there

[@3inrifle]

That horse was distressed for some reason, and I don't think it was the tourists. Pawing, tossing its head, mouthing the bit. Farrier should have been called to look to the horse. Well done to the Guardsman in keeping as much control as he did.

[@user-xq7nj3lk1z]

A horse might stomp when he's impatient. This behavior is often seen when a horse has been tied up for a long period of time, or around feeding time. Repeated stomping can quickly turn into pawing, and the horse normally does it to catch your attention and express his impatience.

[@narvelancoleman8597]

I so admire those who appreciate, handle, understand, study the behavior and science of these magnificent horses! What a special gift, and talent to understand and have a special bind with them. Talk about loving a job and being paid for what you love to do!👏👏👏

[@cbluejay2499]

Poor horse he needs rest in the country with his guard 🙏🌞

[@kathyabraquet578]

When in London, several years ago, we found the police to be so nice and friendly. We were at Buckingham Palace for the changing of the guards. You’d think the police would be so sick of tourists, being that’s a popular event that many like to see. But no, they were so kind. Love London.

[@Noone-rt6pw]

The horse is saying, I'm sick of this military bullcrap! I did not volunteer for this trash.

[@heartofoak45]

I know very little about horses, but the horse seemed to calm down when the rear doors were left open. Perhaps he /she was getting overheated.

[@mjwilliamsb2676]

He;s had enough, fed up with standing there, doesn't like all the noise, he's not used to it yet, its a newbie.. plus he probably knows its nearly time for changeover, when he can be led away and is impatient for it.

[@maureenskelton5828]

Och bless😊

[@maryschleifer7082]

Taking the horse around and then back to his post AND leaving the back doors open so the horse doesn't feel hemmed in. Good training and common sense.

[@jean2740]

This is a beautiful thing to see our Kings horses and guards the uniforms are spectacular

[@susanhodgson4893]

Awww he was having an off day they should have let him finish his shift early

[@riaanpotgieter475]

These visitors have no respect!!! Stand behind the "barracades"!!!!

[@dawnetaverner1382]

Brilliant handling soldier

[@judithloniak]

This is so cruel. The horse has no choice here and to subject him to this kind of treatment is cruel.

[@ainesisland2]

I think this horse is fairly new, it’s first time out recently was fairly skittish with the crowd and was taken in, I was surprised the person with the child in the pram didn’t move back behind the bollards when asked by the police despite the horse spinning around, the child could have been hurt.

[@sheilarennie2636]

Splendid horsemanship ❤

[@julieannejoolz]

Someones gonna get really hurt one day. This horse has had enough. The guard is a wonderful handler and knows what to do. But people need to stand back and give them some space!

[@user-mz5zj5lp6p]

They should start giving tickets to ppl. Charge them in court for violating guards space

[@wildariley5805]

I feel so sorry for the horse.

[@debraparsons8362]

People you see the horse is upset and you wait till a police officer tells you to move dumb

[@RM-ee9zk]

Here's an idea, restrict the public access near the horses!!

[@linafakhry1272]

Poor horse .standing all the day without moving 😢.poor guard also .what job😢😢😢

[@andclose1133]

It really is quite amazing that not only the guards manage to stand there allday with. All them people but how the horses. Do too

[@paulgraham3012]

The horse is on duty for 1 hour. Inspection and 2 change- over ceremonies reduces that to 45 mins in the box.

[@gregsavige3587]

When that horse signed up for this it didn't know it would be so boring. It allways secretly wished to be a tap dancer.

[@chrism191]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Hapitap]

Exceptional management by the kings guard. Well done

[@amyr.8283]

They need to have a place to donate for treats for the horses.

[@zoemey9177]

You could see the poor horse was agitated …. Some people have no idea

[@pthhhhht]

"Unexpected!" ???😂 ...everything about that horse's movements from the head to the tail and feet indicates it's crowd anxiety was going to result in some kind of something happening...happy to see it was mostly uneventful and that they helped the horse not to feel hemmed in...❤

[@johnfisher247]

That is why safety and security requires the public be kept away from the Horse Guards on duty. It isn't Disneyland!

[@beverlybenson9981]

Such a beautiful horse. ❤

[@donnarawiri]

Wow that guard is amazing...

[@leemackie8434]

Well done 👏👏👏👏 are the Guards and horses there day and night?

[@paulgraham3012]

10 til 4 the gates are locked at night.

[@robinlamberttaylor3303]

😢BULL the beautiful horse was giving off so so many signs!!

[@kayewoodward1111]

It appeared that the horse was very alert and bothered by something. We don't have the senses of the horse. The Guard is wonderful with his horse.