Big Lick Horse Show - Very Sad

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[@xtinet]

Horse Plus, you have shown Big Lick victims rescued from the slaughter pipeline in deplorable condition at auction. We have watched as many of these majestic, gentle creatures were too injured/damaged to rehabilitate and the last act of kindness was the only humane thing to do for them. Watching this live with those terrible people riding animals that are clearly struggling to get through the 'show' sickens me. No animal deserves this sort of treatment, especially innocent, beautiful ones such as these. Horse Plus, you are true heroes, each and every one of you, thank you for everything you do. People, please share this, tweet this, Insta this, just get this out there! There are a lot of us and if we each share this there will be more and more outcry to end this torture.

[@carolynstine3465]

Can you share this with PETA?

[@jenniferrageth2973]

QThank

[@hannikulju9990]

Who had such a stupid idea? And others thought that it is ok?! Awful show!

[@some_dude_maybe]

@@carolynstine3465 PETA ain't who want to be

[@careyfinding3310]

Way too many of those riders are over the 20% rule and far too heavy in the hands. Not only does Big Lick look ridiculous on the horses, the riders look like bags of garbage sitting on them, hunched over, legs sticking out, deathgrip on the reins. This isn't riding.

[@gingerbaker4579]

The "Big Lick" originated when walking horses became popular with the public - 1940s-50s, ironically they wear a likeness to era's clothing in their stupid shows - and I do believe Big Lick was developed to detract from/compensate for the shitting riding ability of people back then & simply carried on through the generations. There's another chap who posts videos against Big Lick and as I've said there............ I've seen children with mental disabilities who do therapy riding that ride better than these loser thugs.

[@andreashipley5240]

So wrong all the assholes should be charged to animal abuse if no laws change it

[@marieholt9547]

This unnatural gait also causes navicular disease in the hind end from maintaining this unnatural gait,causing pain for the rest of their life even when retired.

[@carolynstine3465]

How can those fat pigs think they look good on those poor horses? Do the horses have to live every day with the awful thing on their hooves? I think I saw a foal lying in a stable with something on his/her front hooves. This was when I searched the stables mentioned. I agree with you about the awful organ music!

[@woollysheep5766]

I agree with you completely! I used to show horses (quarter and paint). These riders DO NOT KNOW HOW TO RIDE! You said it...they look like bags of garbage.

[@Catlady77777]

That gait is macabre and hellish. I'm astonished that this torture is still legal. Hopefully this will change soon. Thanks for all you do.

[@xtinet]

Macabre is the word my brain was searching for, so well put.

[@lesamonroe2355]

Some of those riders are just too fat they shouldnt be riding them poor things

[@luadraponies]

It is not the way the breed was used in the beginning, from what I read ong time ago. Thought a gaited saddle mount. Don’t have them here. There is no way you could ride round your farm or into town like that.

[@kait4824]

They say they are "inspected" to ensure "no abuse" what i don't understand is how do you hide the fact that you severed the horses tail tendon? You can try to cover up the acid damage around their hooves. This is awful. And the gait is awkward with the stacks? It just looks ridiculous

[@idkmyname4977]

The big lick isn’t even pretty Their natural gait is most beautiful and they actually look like they enjoy it This breaks my heart

[@dionnemosier3324]

Is it just me, or do some of the riders in the Big Lick Class (the one after the flat shod classes, around 30 minutes) look too big/heavy for the horses they're riding? As if these horses aren't in enough pain... let's put the heaviest person in the smallest horse! It's disgusting how anyone could abuse and torture these animals and not bat an eye about it... heartbreaking!

[@patriciasawyer24]

Thats creepy

[@patriciasawyer24]

Who's screaming?I'm glad I'm Not there ,

[@tamlynblamey138]

Dionne you took the words right out of my mouth. I'm absolutely disgusted. I'm from South Africa and I'm not sure if the big lick is done here but either way it's freaking disgusting and inhumane

[@dorothyrobdau7365]

I was thinking the same exact thing. Sad

[@Mookielovescreatures]

This is really disturbing. Heartbreaking really.

[@nanafarm1952]

That just breaks my heart to see the abuse that these poor animals endure for the selfish pleasure of a few cruel people that claim to love their horses. This needs to be stopped. The natural baited horses show beautifully why isn't that enough?

[@elizabethstone435]

Contacting and politely educating the sponsors seems the right way to go. Thankyou for that. I have stopped crying now!

[@shalakruep]

Also boycott the sponsors, don’t buy their products.

[@gingerbaker4579]

What sponsors? If you happen to pay attention this event is held in a public park which means there are no sponsors per se. Do you SEE any names on the arena, etc?

[@patriciasawyer24]

I'm waiting for Hearst to follow🥀

[@elizabethstone435]

@@patriciasawyer24 am in uk and dont get reference, sorry. Not easy finding lists of sponsors from here but all things internet possible

[@debmcd6836]

yes who sponsors these need to know no business with those who supports cruelty

[@Irnbru4ever]

Beautiful horses that unfortunately do not look happy, their walking looks so uncomfortable, you can see that the horse is struggling. The riders look like ridiculous, overweight pompous idiots with suits and whips. I think they should put the stacks on the riders and let them run around the ring ... now that is something I would pay to see. Shame on the politicians, judges, owners, trainers and riders of this elitist cruel sport. Veterinarians who participate and condone the abuse of these horses should have their licences revoked. I am embarrassed at,how many women riders there are, they should be ashamed of themselves. Good luck trying to outlaw this ... I am in Scotland and wish I was there to help you guys out. I hope and pray this cruelty is stopped dead in it's track.

[@gingerbaker4579]

The "Big Lick" originated when walking horses became popular with the public - 1940s-50s, ironically they wear a likeness to era's clothing in their stupid shows - and I do believe Big Lick was developed to detract from/compensate for the shitting riding ability of people back then & simply carried on through the generations. There's another chap who posts videos against Big Lick and as I've said there............ I've seen children with mental disabilities who do therapy riding that ride better than these loser thugs.

[@virginiaevans271]

Hi I just started to watch this in 12: pm, I am in Oregon this has been going on for how long I thought I heard for 80 years & now who ever just now says horse abuse, 🐎 that's the sad part ,no one said anything about this until now, sad all around I love horses 🐎 & it's sad to watch this , I didn't know about this til now, 😢 😞, it's a wonder the horse didn't rare up like saying enough, 😢 thanks to you both ,let's hope they will get something done the next day , the police will be there, & protesting will help. Thanks ,

[@0hMyLife]

Thank you for all you do ❤ Please watch each other's backs and be careful at these horrific events.......the people involved in Big Lick can be very dangerous when you try to expose their abuse. Love everyone at HPHS and all the hard work you guys put in to save innocent lives. The flat shod horses are soOoOoOoOo BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!! Tennessee Walkers are such a stunning breed, I wish the Big Lick people would realize that......if you love something, you don't try to fundamentally change everything about it. Praying for the relief of all abused horses.

[@LastTree]

I cant believe this is going on decades later. I remember this problem 50 years ago.

[@baribarker4495]

I saw a racket in one of the barns weaving back and forth in the box stall and I looked in the stall and he was so friendly and you could see the pain in his eyes, and I almost got sick his one hoof was cut threw and bleeding, looked closer it was all the way through the hoof and hanging so I hung out and waited to see if anyone would come . The show was over everyone was gone , they left that baby there, so I called the cops they came immediately, got the vet there , wrapped his foot and pain med's and then took him to the emergency. I cried so hard that horse was only 3 years old.

[@michelleshaw1211]

UNBELIEVABLE that they call themselves "HORSE LOVERS". Thank You Bart for helping the poor baby. It is heartbreaking. Thank you. That horse was grateful, I'm sure. Blessings and PEACE A Colorado Mountain Grandma, USA. 💜

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

Bless you and thank you for helping the horse. That must have been very traumatic for you 💖💖🙏

[@Bebold94]

Very decent of.tou to help him, they really.just left him there- his owner should've been ARRESTED. Thank God for you.

[@cynthiacarter514]

😩😢😭

[@pollyspaner9719]

How amazing are these horses that in all the pain and mistreatment, they still try so hard to perform and please their tormentors. Just a note, at a big lick farm near me in order to get a more profound snap of their legs, they w ould put a nail in their hoof before adding on the stacks. Thankfully, the place has closed down.

[@wotsup67]

I’m from Australia and we don’t have Big Lick horses here (not that I’m aware of) but even if we did it most definitely would not be allowed. Has to be one of the most cruellest “sports” ( and I use that term loosely) that I have ever seen. The pain those horses must go through everyday with no freedom to actually be a horse. That grossly overweight man on the chestnut should be ashamed of himself, hasn’t that poor horse suffered enough. I just don’t understand why the animal cruelty laws are not tougher in the USA. Thank god you are showing the world what happens to these horses. The more it gets out there the more likely things will change. Keep up the good work💕

[@patriciacook2809]

Keep up the good work let's put some names to these most ridiculous owner riders trying to pass as great horsemen buy really come off as REAL LIFE CARTOON CLOWN/VILLIANS. LET'S START CALLING A SPADE ♠️ A SPADE, CRUEL SELF IMPORTANT RICH EGO centered 🤡 CLOWNS ONE AND ALL with name recognition that we all should know nation wide. Let's give recognition where recognition is due.

[@josiemainecoon]

yeah, we don't have that horrible stuff here in New Zealand either!!

[@elizabethstone435]

You are doing such good work and I hope you are keeping yourselves safe. I know you look after each other. Love all of you

[@leannehumphreys7831]

So sad. So cruel. They call themselves horse people. Keep up the good work of showing this cruelty to the rest of the world. Leanne from Australia

[@florencescott2377]

This just makes me sick seeing how they're abusing these beautiful horses they ought to be put in jail 😠🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@karenschlenker1241]

I had a half Tennessee half Throughbred very large horse. She was 13 years old never been rode a day in her life. She let me ride her, best horse ever. Had the beautiful natural gait which she probably received from her sire. Loved riding her. She was a gentle giant. Shame on those abusers that think this okay. How would it be if the tables were turned.

[@ZZhorses]

Kindness goes a long way while educating. I appreciate the way Isaac was treated and the way Tawny explained that even if he was sent down there that doesn’t mean he didn’t learn something or won’t change. Very professional.

[@lizbradshaw9088]

OMG THIS IS SO SAD. ITS SO HARD TO WATCH.. THANK U FOR SHARING THIS AND I LOVE WHAT YALL DO FOR THE HORSES

[@RabbitAndTheLabBestFriends]

That is what I said .

[@RabbitAndTheLabBestFriends]

Vets are whimps who won’t speak out

[@RabbitAndTheLabBestFriends]

Find the names of the owners and we will get them to give up there horses

[@hethacopland3713]

Jason your patience talking to that man who came to ask about what was is wrong with the big kick was wonderful. I realise he was a 'plant', but if you can change one person with your calm demeanor that will help.

[@patriciasmith3973]

This maltreatment of horses is both sadistic and pathetic. Thank you for fighting the good fight against it!

[@malloryyoungblood9964]

These horses are NOT ABUSED

[@michelleshaw1211]

@@malloryyoungblood9964 Are you BLIND??????? A Colorado Mountain Grandma, USA

[@malloryyoungblood9964]

@@michelleshaw1211 no because ive personally been to barns & watched the inspection process pre and post show and I have seen nothing wrong apparently you need to do some factual research

[@renasmith4123]

Do your research this is abuse.

[@malloryyoungblood9964]

@@renasmith4123 no it's not

[@shelfuller724]

Thank you for posting this. I was going to ask what Big Lick was, as living in UK and now Spain had never gears of this. Its hideous treatment for these 🐎 horses. Can't say what I really feel..... kudos to you all for highlighting this.

[@FluxyMiniscus]

Thank you for speaking out against this horrific abuse- I know you’re probably facing some pretty angry humans at that show…they hate when their sickness is exposed. BAN BIG LICK! BAN Stacks and Soring! the abusive “training” they endure is well documented and absolutely deplorable

[@raechelletercero6235]

I can't believe the people yelling for this abuse. Put an online petition for this abuse.

[@renasmith4123]

Discusting that this is allowed . Close this down permanently. maybe the people that do these acts should have this done to them. Justice for the voiceless

[@raechelletercero6235]

Agreed.

[@suekrape61]

I want to say thank you to the gentleman that is talking right now on horse of course you mean plus is channel thank you for his service and I will be sharing the video as much as I can

[@sarahbennett4978]

This is so sad and hard to watch. Thank you for showing and sharing this. I hope with this we can put a stop to this kind of thing.

[@michellemathewson20]

Thank you for everything you do, including educating the public about this. I didn’t know that there was a flat shod class, but bravo to those owners. I sure did give my horse and mini big hugs and cookies after watching this.

[@judypierce7028]

I am right with you regarding the "big lick." It is absolutely horrific what trainers do to these beautiful animals.

[@lorihilton3146]

Thank you for being there and showing this horrific "sport". I couldn't be in your shoes and remain calm. When legislation comes up to ban this "sport", PLEASE let us know through social media. Those of us who would like to help end this, should contact legislators in Tennessee encourage them to vote this "sport" out of existence.

[@beckyd712]

I think it should be a Federal Law banning this cruel and inhumane treatment of horses.

[@user-or8gq5ux4q]

They should at least have a weight limit for riders. Several horses were nearly collapsing under great fat barrels of lard.

[@LoveMPLnD]

The carnival music in the background just adds to this torture. This is what I imagine horse hell looking like 💔

[@michelleshaw1211]

LexiNoel you expressed my thoughts exactly !!! It's a horror show. The organ music makes it extremely dreary and depressing. It's like a completely rundown bankrupt one-ring circus with one ancient elephant and a toothless tiger being beaten to perform. DISMAL. HORRIFYING. I can't stop crying. I want to help stop this. Any ideas anyone???? We need a plan!! Tawny and Jason can't do this by themselves. They already have full plates A Colorado Mountain Grandma, USA. 💜

[@SJR1987]

Humanity at it's worst. Their hindquarters look deformed. Poor animals. I just donated $100 via paypal to show my appreciation for what you are doing exposing these atrocities! Wish I could be there for the protest tomorrow!!

[@sjk7314]

Thank you for exposing this. You guys are standing out in the rain just for the sake of these beautiful horses.

[@michelleshaw1211]

Thank you Clint(?) I appreciate the answer to my questions. Thank you all for being there, I wish I could be too. I want you to be very careful Tawny, Jason, and Clint the crazies are crazier these days. Please be safe first. You are too important to horses everywhere. Just be cautious, YOU TWO ARE LOVED!!!!! A Colorado Mountain Grandma, USA. 💜

[@pnhnut]

flat shod class horses have normal looking tails and lovely fluid gaits. So sad that people find big lick the ideal visual. The horses suffer for that look. I wish it were outlawed.

[@phyllisnunn2061]

Can't believe this big lick crap is still legal!!!!!!!! Thank you, Horse Plus, for all the great rescue work you do!!!!!

[@debmcd6836]

Thank our politicians for not supporting the changes in front of them

[@luannwalter4375]

This is sickening to watch makes my ankles hurt to watch it. Jason is right the horses look so unhappy they are in pain and it is obvious. There must be some way to stop this I live in Georgia this is abuse

[@malloryyoungblood9964]

Bullcrap,you don't know what you're talking about

[@vgil1278]

@@malloryyoungblood9964 You see no problem?

[@malloryyoungblood9964]

@@vgil1278 nope because Ive personally been to many walking horse barns I've watched the inspection process,I personally know a bunch of owners and trainers that take great care of their horses,these horses are treated better than the food you eat,I've personally seen it,these horses are not abused or sored

[@katierose9641]

From Knoxville tn here. They no longer have big lick at the Vol games and I've not seen any big lick shows here. So, you guys just keep pushing. 💝 Thank you for what you're doing! That canter is the worst!

[@debmcd6836]

So glad to here that Knoxville has stopped the Big Lick. We need to remove this SHAME from SHELBYVILLE

[@marceehayes2148]

Good luck tomorrow guys , I wish y'all the best and no one gets hurt .

[@deborahmurch8787]

It's almost like watching GSD (German Shepherd Dog) at our dog shows.. There is one very important position that 1 person holds that could stop this horrific horrible torture.. That person is the Judge....

[@renayeblack5906]

Thank you both, for bravely exposing the pure evil 'big lick'. 🇺🇸 God bless you! 🐎

[@kininmontc13]

I am so glad that you are the voice for these poor horses. I am shocked that these horses are abused in plain sight. I'm so sad to see them buckle and have to throw out their front feet and carry a rider while they have a torture device attached to their feet. This is horrific and shouldn't be allowed ever. Thank you so much for all you do for these beautiful animals. 😢😢

[@sherigarrison213]

I dont know weather to put a thumbs up or a thumbs down. I HATE what they are doing to these poor defencless horses. But I love that you are EXPOSING them for the WRONGS they are doing. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART for all you do.

[@0hMyLife]

Awwwwww!!!!! OMG!! I hope you guys changed this young man's mind on Big Lick!!!!!!! I hope he truly does his own research and it just opens his mind and his eyes to why specifically Big Lick is wrong, but nothing is wrong or bad about TWH in general. They're beautiful, amazing horses. We just shouldn't try to change them.

[@melodyjamesz]

This is so sad. Why does the American government let this cruelty happen ? This world NEVER be tolerated in the UK. Thank you for exposing this to the world, unfortunately it still is being let to happen. At least the crowd size is pretty minimal. Much love to you all for all your hard work and massive kindness, from your supporters in the UK 🇬🇧 xxx ❤️❤️❤️

[@debmcd6836]

Because the politicians are afraid to offend several rich big lick owners who may get angry

[@susandanforth7678]

I just watched the beginning of your video and I am sick to my stomach!! I had no idea this sort of thing went on. I just can't watch any more.My heart is breaking for these glorious creatures. I love horses and I appreciate everything you all do for them. God Bless you!

[@donnac.1609]

You can see the warping of the hind legs when viewed from the back. Stress to the hips. All tendons and ligaments are ruined over time....it does not take long. Then they are not good for much.

[@ellenmorrell8332]

Put the weights on the owners feet. See if they can stand the pain. This is like fighting cocks. Horrible!!!!!

[@jacquicleijne9525]

Sad 😢. The chemicals being cooked into their legs is only the beginning, the torture is day and night. I honestly thought the PAST Act would have been a sealed deal by now. Especially with the new Administration. It's clearly animal abuse, so why can't they be rescued and the owners prosecuted for cruelty? Do you have horse welfare laws in the US as we do in Australia? Poor horses 🙁💔

[@kimcritchley8231]

Thsnk you for sharing and educating everyone

[@blackjuel]

This was the first time my husband had heard of the big lick. He said that the horses in stacks reminded him of "The Ministry of Silly Walks". He knows nothing about horses, but could easily tell that those horses were not okay.

[@melissawhite8066]

Glad you are bringing awareness 🥲

[@lxn2850]

It's disgusting. I remember when I was young my mother told me the horror of this but I've never seen it until subscribing to your channel several years ago. I've signed a couple of online petitions. I'm not sure what else to do as I live in the southwest not close enough to attend any protests against this nasty business.

[@brendaoenema6889]

Unbilifable that this happens and that they call it a show. So sad for these horses. They are mutilised.

[@deemalmstrom1515]

The ONLY reason these practices continue is because the horse show judges continue to reward it in the show ring. Stop the judges

[@kajinsautumn9833]

Where is PETA and the Humane Society???? I have a wonderful TW gelding, never showed in big lick, thank GOD! They are such wonderful, kind, loving horses. Show them kindness, fairness and love and they will give you all they have. I have owned my 22 yr. old Walker now for 8 years and can't imagine how awful this life for a show horse is. Bless you for all you do to try and STOP this cruelty.

[@kristinatk7553]

Thankful that HP is exposing this. It would be so heart wrenching to have had to sit there watching this. Thank you Tanee & Jason

[@taralee7076]

Never be afraid to speak out on animal abuse! Love your work Tawnee, Jason and horse plus. Your work is so important 🐴🙏💝

[@marleawilson8014]

These owners should have to walk a mile in their horses stacks and chain's.

[@susankruger4635]

So glad you do this i am in Michigan or o would be there keep up the great work

[@sheryltravis8451]

Why don’t you cheer for flat shard. Hate the big lick but walkers in natural / flat is Beautiful. Poor babies with the stacks keep up the good work we stand behind you in Florida

[@kenmorris2290]

I can watch videos of you folks rescuing horses with horrible injuries, but I can't watch these torture performances. I can only listen. Thank you for doing this good work.

[@sandyschauers3555]

The people responsible for the treatment of these horses should be forced to endure exactly what the horses endure...I bet it wouldn't happen anymore.

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

I totally agree and even though I am a very calm and peaceful person I would love to be the one forcing the abusers to run under the same conditions as these horses, man, I would whip the crap out of them round for round. My heart bleeds for these horses, the look in their eyes is heartbreaking

[@donnac.1609]

I mentioned before I boarded at a Tennessee Walker barn and saw the cruelty up close! It was in Gresham/Troutdale Oregon. The people where rude...snobby and their out riding area was grass but had their riding path around the edge. Rules forbid riding on the grass. Indoor arena was nice but could only ride late in evening when they were through with it. This business of weighting the feet needs to stop. When left natural they have a beautiful natural gait. That is what they should be judged on

[@starlenekalinski5633]

They start these horses when the horses shouldn’t even be ridden. Their joints are not closed yet.

[@valerieengle5309]

Watching these beautiful horses is heartbreaking. They like they are in alot of pain as they move around the ring. Jason you are right they look like their back legs are breaking. I also don't like the unnatural stance of the German Shepherd Dogs. As a child we always had German Shepherds. They did not have the unnatural stance.

[@sharleencrystal4194]

How old are these horses when this training is started? How do they start them?

[@beckyd712]

Some of the "Big Lick" horses are started as "babies" only 18 months old. They literally don't even know how to act like a horse as they are kept alone in big padded stalls. (They can't go out in a pasture with the stacks on their feet.)

[@sharleencrystal4194]

@@beckyd712 thankful. I can't believe the suffering and torture these beauties have to go through. Is there any way a senior disabled woman can help you? I'M in California.. HELP GET ME OUTTA THIS PLACE.!! The people are crazy prices too high and integrity non existent. If I can help don't hesitate to ask.

[@writingskills7352]

The riders' atrocious hunched over sitting position with their legs sticking out, most riders too tall and way too heavy for those too young horses' backs, the horses' joint destroying exaggerated movements and posture of their hind quarters and tails evoked by nothing but torture: what could be even remotely attractive about it, aesthetically, ethically, morally, emotionally? Have owners, trainers, riders, fans themselves tried walking on high heels with acid on their achilles tendons and chains around their ankles bouncing on the open skin sores?

[@kriscroan3540]

The natural shod are what Tennessee Walkers should all be. Wonderful for us seniors as it's so smooth. Big Lick should be outlawed !

[@deboraharmstrong3002]

I am 63 years old, and when I was a little girl rode, and loved to go to horse shows. THIS IS NOT WHAT TENNESSEE WALKERS LOOKED LIKE WHEN I WAS A GIRL.

[@hollyingraham3980]

Welcome to the animal freak shows of the 21st century. Have you seen the extreme breeding in Arabs, for muzzles that look bent up at the nose? Then there's dog breeds with such malformed prize winning pelvises that they can't breed naturally, and only give birth via C section. They give top prizes nowadays to conformations that, when I was a girl, were literally disqualified at the door of the dog show. These so called fanciers don't care if the animal is healthy or happy, just that they can outdo competitors in "uniqueness."

[@pennywhistle9060]

I agree. I am 68 and I saw these horses occasionally shown in my area. It was nothing like this. The set tails yes, but not this horror show beyond that

[@donnac.1609]

If that fellow was sent to see who you were that's fine. They know they are wrong! Anyone with a true love of horses and the dif breeds loves them for the natural characteristics they possess and does not tamper with those points .

[@katgrayston6288]

That's just awful!! Why would anyone do that to such beautiful creatures 😮

[@donnac.1609]

If you could identify the horses found at Auction and match it to the owner that showed that horse ut would make a huge impact in a court room. Seeing the fmdif in before and after would speak volumes!

[@michelleshaw1211]

GOD LOVES YOU and is PROUD of YOU. Me too!! XOXOXOXOXO STAY SAFE and get SOME rest !!! A Colorado Mountain Grandma, USA 💜

[@hopalstudiosjuliehattis]

You can tell that it's so uncomfortable for them to walk like that! 😢

[@khairilmahlidabdulkhalid2774]

So sad to see the horses being tortured like that. The stupidity of those cheering on is staggering. These activities should be outlawed altogether.

[@christinemakhloufi6775]

Ces de la maltraitance un cheval n'est pas fait pour marcher comme cela avec en plus certains poids lourd dessus vous lui maltraiter les jambes et le dos honte à vous ts

[@mariawallace1381]

There aren't many cheering.

[@donnac.1609]

It has always turned my stomach to see any big lick Walker.

[@dawnflores3877]

The pain endured in those stacks and chains should be considered inhumane. The natural gait of those horses is beautiful. Thank you for showing us both.

[@susanmejeur3245]

I don't know much about horses but these poor creatures look like weebles wobbling and about to fall over. 😢 Guess they sleep well at night because they have no conscious.

[@janetashton3718]

This is heartbreaking obviously the rich abusing horses ,in the UK we have the rich fox hunting even though its supposed to be banned ,pure evil .

[@starlenekalinski5633]

Such beautiful horses ruined, it makes me tear up.

[@jillking5876]

Only humans can be this much inhumane. Thank you for making the public aware of the abuse. The owners and the riders of these brutalized horses need to be forced to wear stacks and chains, and have painful shots under their toenails. I bet the big lick industry would end overnight.

[@bessmulholland5805]

There needs to be more people like you to.you two are the best…

[@fiddlesticksgalore]

The natural gate is so beautiful, I agree with you that they should show the natural gate all the time. When Jason said they’re in it for a $.99 ribbon I actually laughed out loud because the big lick is that ridiculous. It breaks my heart to see these horses being abused when the natural gate is so incredible. Thank you Tawnee and Jason for showing the public what’s being done to horses. Kudos to you all. 💕💕💕💕

[@debmcd6836]

💯 agreed

[@stephaniebowling1051]

I agree with you 100%, but don't forget these people make big money with this crap. Whatever horse wins the show, they can sell his semen for a lot of money. Greedy evil people

[@paulpybus8289]

you go Jason and Tawnee Woo Hooo Got my support from Dothan Alabama

[@paulpybus8289]

if i did not half to work i would be there to protest with you

[@malloryyoungblood9964]

These people are horse killers

[@Elysian777]

So glad you exposing the cruelty of this. It has needed stopped for so long.

[@geminidream4347]

Do an online petition, that should get you the numbers you need. I'd sign.

[@renasmith4123]

Signed several and still continues

[@geminidream4347]

@@renasmith4123 But did the people doing the petition push it? Most people get intimidated when they get shot down the first time they present their petitions. You really have to fight and keep going higher sometimes. Not everyone can handle this. Leave me a link to the ones you signed so I can go sign it too!

[@deemalmstrom1515]

You will never succeed unless you go after the judges. As long as judges put up horses with stacks the exhibitors will continue the practice.

[@playfulpanthress]

Is there a way to have a charity event for flat shod and we can donate to make it a big purse?? That way flat shod can get recognized and the people who ride it can get some money to reward them for choosing the right way to show their horse.

[@sheribrauner3624]

Makes me want to cry 😢 😭

[@margaretgonstead6956]

I have been to gated horse show many times and I have never seen any of this happening. It is outrageous. How can this be lega.

[@lindakinsman6215]

Omg big lic is horrible. I am glad you showed us, I've never seen it. It's so heart breaking. Poor horses. 💔

[@dianemccormick6669]

This is absolutely sickening to watch these poor animals being crippled and disfigured. I had NO IDEA this was happening. I will protest to the Humane Society. Thanks for waking us up to this horrible happening.

[@The-ii5mj]

Look at the low attendance ❣️ Y'all are making a difference ‼️ Keep it up 💞🐎

[@valeriebyrd6136]

Those staks also cause wipe lash to the ankle over and over again every time their walking and trotting. Can you imagine all of it combined the damage and pain those horses are living with and being forced to endure. 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

[@morganroberts2761]

Thanks!

[@raechelletercero6235]

Just so 😔 sad these poor horses. I can't believe whats going on. Its got to be painful its not normal for horses.

[@marshagiorgianni7331]

So Beautiful ,,How can they do that to a beautiful horse use to watch these shows but you showed what they do i give them up ...GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR HELP FOR THESE HORSE>>>I ALWAYS WATCH YOUR MANY WAYS >>>THANK YOU FOR SHOWING HOW BAD THEY ARE TREATED >>BAN THE BIG LICK ITS SHAMEFULL >>>

[@woollysheep5766]

I used to show horses and I recently just learned about the Big Lick. I never knew anything like this ever happened. My mind is blown away that people can abuse horses like this. I watch the horses as they trot away and the hind legs are SOOOO UNNATURAL. It is clear that these stacks, and chains are effecting the horse in a negative way. I would also like to point out that the riders don't know how to ride. There is a lack of horsemanship. I notice it especially with the older men riding. They are hunched over and are sitting far back on the horses' back. I just can't believe a judge in the arena is okay with judging such ridiculousness. How can using extreme equipment to make your horse do that qualify you for a ribbon? A judge isn't actually judging the horse on it's natural ability. My mind is completely blown with this illogical reasoning. These poor horses. Their riders/trainers/owners clearly have no compassion for their horses. These shows are clearly done for ones ego.

[@summerfoley2481]

"Trot away" which TWH in a show is trotting?

[@katrinajoyce6658]

It makes you laugh when these people claim to love their horses when they’re clearly crippling them 😡😡😡

[@shalakruep]

Makes me cry 😢

[@debmcd6836]

ignorant people with scary cruel personalities

[@judytinker3392]

If I didn’t live in Utah, I would be there to protest peacefully. My friend that lived in California bought a Tennessee walking horse. It was beautiful and had an awesome gate and she never put weights on its legs or feet or anything else. There was nothing on there. No boots no weights no nothing it wasn’t altered in anyway hers was a big black stallion. At what age can these horses compete? What’s the youngest because these horses should be ridden until they’re for or trained so if they’re under four they’re too young to be ridden in and compete in this whatever it is not race but showmanship I guess

[@debbieherrick9414]

Hard to watch this!!! 😭😣