Broken Heart Auction Rescue - Horse Shelter Heroes S4E21

The June auction rescue was extremely tough on Dr Nancy, and even though 20 horses were saved from slaughter, not all of them were able to make it through the initial assessment and evaluation. Before the auction we celebrated our 20th year of rescuing horses with a great big open house. You won't believe how far people drove to come to the open house. Watch it all, and more, in this extended length episode of Horse Shelter Heroes.
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[@fionasaunders7646]

Your principals are very highly based, perhaps those folk that accuse you of, putting everything down, don’t understand those conditions that require it. Saving the little mini from another painful road trip, is to be applauded.

[@sherrimagness9040]

Dr. Nancy is wonderful.... if people can not say anything positive then keep it to yourself... these are good people

[@aimeeallee5421]

I cried when they vet fed the little pony fresh green grass and just sat there quietly with her. You guys care and it sure does show. God bless you all❤

[@melviadinsmore38]

These weighted horse shoes need to be taken to Tennessee State Capitol to show legislation what is being done to horses. Let the legislators lift these shoes and strap them to their feet or legs and ask how long could they wear them before it hurts!!!would they want this done to one of their pets.

[@susanbarsby3676]

Totally agree

[@earlinemcgahen3931]

And have them walk piggybacking a kid with the weighted she's strapped to their ankles

[@cynthiacarter514]

If only horses could vote.

[@butterflyneedstofly]

Happy 20th Anniversary! I would like to rescue/rehab horses on a much smaller scale. Where do I begin? I'm in Washington State. I only have 10 acres in a rural area, but it is enough to help in some way.

[@judytinker3392]

Yes, take them there. What a great idea. Let legends later. See what happens to weighted feet Tennessee walkers. From the big lick.

[@bettyechristain9711]

I really miss the full vet assessment back at the facility after returning from auction.

[@isabelalewellen]

I hope Dr.Nancy is doing well. Passion fatigue is such a problem in the Veterinary career. I can see the pain behind her eyes when having to give the last act of kindness. I hope she knows we stand behind her. And she is appreciated. ❤

[@josephinelindadelatorre149]

Definitely!! Thank God she can always get a good paying job after Tawnee is thru & tired of her, along with the long list of others she has disposed of!!

[@trishbluedorn1806]

​@@josephinelindadelatorre149just what are you saying?! That Tawnee dumps people??? If so, SHAME on you!

[@karenbee1898]

These poor darlings...so glad they are getting the respect and chance they deserve.

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

You hit the nail on the head by saying RESPECT.. that is exactly what they deserve..and Horse Plus shows them that respect..from big drafts to lil minis..that's why I make myself watch even the sad parts..ive just cried with Dr Nancy about giving this poor girl the last act of kindness...something that should have been done bý her owner ages ago...same as with the poor white horse..so dehydrated..fgs don't these auctions give them access to water..surely thats a requirement..

[@jojong1308]

Yes poor horses :( I follow also a other channel who resceu slaughter horsen For the love of the hoof

[@DianaFinch-pc3dc]

@@jojong1308

[@lspthrattan]

You know, I've always been more of a horse person, but that little sorrel pony mule mare is ADORABLE.

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

Isn't she sweet.,got a bit of age but looks ok..personally I don't agree with them being ridden into the auction..they could be drugged up with pain meds and you dont know how much damage you might be doing..but then I'm a softy who hates auctions anyway..

[@MeadowsMiniFarm]

I was the same until my dad bought my daughter a Shetland pony.❤ 😂

[@samaraantaki791]

I absolutely love Dr Nancy! She compassionate kind and loving to all the animals in her care. She does amazing work even when it comes to tough decisions.

[@defectivegoat5712]

The day when giving these sweet animals the final act of kindness doesn't hurt, then it's time to stop. The fact that it still hurts means you're still human and doing good. Your heart is still in it.

[@dlflin3492]

I always start getting teary when you all give them the first hugs and kisses and scratches that they've probably had in a long time.

[@meycoe]

i know...that one resting his head on Kory's shoulder made me tear up. It was like he was saying "please love me".

[@homeandgardendiy6363]

I know. 😢 me too!

[@bettyechristain9711]

Really appreciate the medical and verbalization the morning after the auction. It helps us to become more acquainted with the individual horses and thus more invested in their welfare on a personal level.

[@moccasinlanding]

Hey/hey/hey, did I spy FOUR PENS in Dr. Nancy's pony tail next morning after the auction?????? She's ready for anything!!!!❤😂🎉😊

[@ninakaiser2930]

Congratulations to 20 years of rescuing animals - and for 20 years of your marriage! Watching the celebration was so sweet. I would have loved to be there with you! Thank you for taking us along. Gosh so sad about the sweet mini! And it’s so true - animal rescue is tough, you see things nobody should see and no animal should experience. My deep respect and gratitude for all you do!

[@Miss449686]

The ones with messed up mouths are just heartbreaking --

[@nancyjohnson2070]

Thank you for saving 20 horses from the auction. The last act of kindness is always difficult and it wears on rescuers hearts. God keeps you all strong to continue on rescuing as many as you can. ❤❤❤❤

[@sallywaites8517]

What a lovely lady who came to visit. She really said things about Tawnee and Horse plus that we all feel. I know every one of us who has supported horse plus in any small or big way are just so proud to be part of it. I couldn't do what you Horse plus guys do. I would crumble so I mean it from the bottom of my heart when I say, I appreciate you and all you do. ❤

[@hoornstra8769]

I second that, God Bless you all! ❤❤❤❤

[@emilydoesit8383]

Omg I was panicking when the horse got stuck on the gate.

[@alliacovington1368]

I think Dr Nancy was pretty accurate. She just didn’t realize that 19 1/2 could mean 19 horses and a half sized horse.

[@debragiannetti9755]

Going to miss Rebeka and David!!! They were such a wonderful part of the team at Horseplus. Another successful rescue, saving 20 precious lives from the slaughter pipeline. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication.

[@donnasmith9939]

Corey’s manner and ability with horses always amazes me.

[@memphis2375]

I’m going to truly miss seeing Rebekah and David!! Again I really miss the long intake videos when you get back to the shelter!! Also congratulations on 20 years!!

[@annpalmer7470]

Yes. The intake process is more efficient but seems a bit as though we don’t get to know the new horses as much. No complaint, just an observation. We 🤍HPHS.

[@ArmorofGodtx1]

I love seeing them running on the pasture. I hear Born free in my head and think back when I was a child and looked into a horses eye and saw them running free on open land full of joy.

[@christiecornell803]

I feel all of your heart 💖 Is Not easy Horribly awful Love your strength being strong as can be...... Love your site Stay strong as you can Love

[@NaunetteMartin]

You guys are doing a great job for the horse 🐎 Nanette

[@carolinechew2432]

Angela is really shining. Her personality and confidence are coming through!!! She looks radiant and beautiful. 😊 I’m a fan of Sweet, funny, Keith as well. What a phenomenally lovely couple. . . XOXO, C----

[@jasminepotts9062]

I feel blessed to be able to watch your guy’s work from my phone. It’s so inspiring and once I move my dream is to work for a place that cares for all animals like y’all do. Thanks for 20 years of rescuing those without a voice and saving all regardless of condition and age. God bless you guys

[@cynthiamcgee4829]

God bless you for the 20 years that you have accomplished. May you have many many more years of great accomplishments. You all are heroes for the horses, donkeys, cats and any other animals that you rescue. God has a place in Heaven for all of you, and when I can I do plan on sending something in because I do support you💕🐎🐈‍⬛🐾🐕

[@lisa-pl4nn]

I know Dr. Nancy is serious when she has 3!!!! pens in her hair 😁😉

[@kristenkylemack9477]

Good group of horses. They looked like they were very happy too get out on that grass. I sure they were ready too eat! So how is Doc & & Dr Lidia Doing? Haven't seen them for a long time. It would be nice to see them come by & say hello. Some of us are very fond of both of them. If they can't stop by & say hello at least let us know how their doing & what they are up too these days! Please! Thank you! 😊

[@carolinechew2432]

Great question!!! Thanks for asking it 😊

[@juliamclane8319]

Doc has already retired. Dr. Lydia comes for the special cases.

[@kristenkylemack9477]

@@juliamclane8319 Well, Thank you! I didn't know Doc retired. I hope he is enjoying his retirement & is happy, healthy & out of harms way. Glad that Dr Lydia is still in the area & able to help out when needed. God Bless you all. 🙏

[@NNLBC]

with each episode I watch I become a bigger fan of dr Nancy

[@gayday1655]

congratulations on 20 years, great video. Dr Nancy is an amazing vet, and a great addition to the Shelter.

[@slaughterhater]

Congratulations on 20 years of rescuing horses!

[@daledapprich3122]

I know it was not necessary but….it is so nice to have mics on more people so we know what everyone is saying .Thank you. ❤

[@brigittemustermann3202]

Yes, giving the last act of kindness to an animal is the black side of being a vet...One point is to know that this is the best in this case, but the other thing is to look in the eyes and to finish this life. I've got huge respect for your work, this means the whole team.

[@diamondwhite1]

Can previous owners be held accountable for taking them to auctions and leave them in pain it’s so wrong. I couldn’t do it break my heart but that poor little mini that was bad and it shouldn’t have happened so I hope the original owner got pulled for it and you guys do a brilliant job it won’t for you all those horses that you get would have suffered badly. You guys are amazing. I’m in the UK and I say well done thank you for all you do. I know it’s hard, especially when you have to give the horse the last act of kindness it breaks my heart to watch it, but I know how you feel but think of the other horses you save 😊

[@judytinker3392]

👀❤ that black and white paint the one stuck on the gate. These horses look better than most of the ones purchased at the auction.

[@rososborne3995]

A huge variety of topics covered in this episode from meeting people who traveled near and far to be apart of the 20 year celebration to saying goodbye to two wonderful young people we have met and loved for their vibrant personalities and dedication to Horse Plus. I wish you all the very best in life, David and Rebekah. Tawnee and Jason congratulations on your long journey in the world of horses as well as the wonderful marriage and family you created in these years. God's blessings to you both. I can never find the words to adequately thank people who work tirelessly at Horse Plus year in and year out with the heartbreak of how, as a species we can treat animals in such a manner, it must be so hard to sleep some nights and to the joys you feel when an animal is finally well enough to be adopted and that perfect family comes along to give them a forever loving home, keeps you striving for a better world for humans and animals because we cannot live without the joy of our beloved companion animals in our everyday life. God bless you all and I pray he will continue to give you the strength to continue. Thank you.

[@mrsopoodles7]

I love it that you said "It's all God's blessing"! And that you've said in other videos.."God first, family second, and then saving horses!" God is blessing you and Jason for what you are doing, and your loving caring hearts for those animals that can't speak for themselves. It is HE that is drawing so many folks to you, to donate and support your ministry. I think that the Lord is very pleased with your faithfulness!

[@angelfirbank3921]

OMG 😱😱😱😳😳 Im pray 🙏 for all the all. I also all the horses. Pray for the painting horses 🙏😘

[@Crystal-ge9gh]

Everyone on the team is amazing but I'm tellin ya, I'm so grateful for Dr. Nancy!! Dr. Nancy you ROCK!!⚡

[@annpalmer7470]

TYSM to Roxie & Outlaw Equine Rescue! The community and network is growing and improving and that is wonderful to see. We love following many of the FCOL partner organization that HPHS has mentored/inspired.

[@sherrileeslade6557]

Congratulations to you both of you not only on your anniversary but on 20 years of holding a wonderful rescue together

[@supremlyfoxylass]

Congratulations on 20 years old saving animals and making a difference in the lives of so many. ❤ love from Vermont

[@denisedavis6596]

Happy 20th Anniversary Horse Plus and Jason and Tawnee!! It’s heartbreaking to say goodbye to these sweet souls that had to have the last act of kindness.

[@katmandudawn8417]

Does HHP ever work with a veterinary school on some of the more unusual cases? That would help get the animals treatment and give the vet students the opportunity to have hands on experience. Also, I would love to see it if you could add acupuncture and chiropractic to what you can do for the animals.

[@lesliewilliams111]

Jason & Tawnee you both are phenomenal human beings for doing all you do, for not giving in or giving up on your cause with all the negative folks trying to slander HPHS... THANK YOU! YOU ALL ARE ANGELS & ABSOLUTELY AMAZING PEOPLE WITH HEARTS OF GOLD! Keep up the great work!

[@pamdimitrio4972]

Tawny I love what you and your staff do. Could I please ask you not to be so negative that all the ones you talk about are going to die. When you are at the auction I really don't like to listen to you. That doesn't negate the work that you have done. Please let the vets say what needs to be done

[@Jocelyn-fi8br]

That standard bred mare that lost her baby stole my heart. Ut vreaks my heart to see it. My mare is a retured broodmare and now a barrel racing horse for youth and myself, but everytime she sees a foal she gets so attached. If i was looking i would adopt her. Poor baby. Its so sad how much broodmares miss their babies

[@tracytracy1030]

It's so nice to hear you Tawny, acknowledging your faith & dependence on God🙏🏻💝🙏🏻 I know He sends His favor before you & empowers you to do this wonderful work that you all do!!!! Blessings💖🙏🏻🥰

[@julesdujour297]

Thank god for Horse plus! Thank you for the last act of kindness! You are a blessing for the suffering!

[@tinal.holloway2149]

It's hard to believe that. H.p.s.has been saving precious. Lives. Keep up the great work. You are these precious. Lives. Voices. Thank you.

[@connieweltha4624]

Congratulations on 20 years! I have never had a horse, but I so appreciate what you have accomplished in such a short time. I want to compliment Dr. Nancy. First of all I love her southern drawl especially when she calls one of the horses “Darlin’”. But her organizational skills are fabulous! It seems to make the whole rescue process go smoother.

[@akantiia]

Happy 20th anniversary Horse Plus! Bye to Rebecca and David, hope you guys have a good time with whatever you do next it was lovely knowing you guys during your time at horse plus

[@HenrietteAndersen26]

A friend of mine told me yesterday that in Greenland people believe that if it’s raining on your birthday it means the gods are jealous of you My favourite part of auction intake is when the horses run out into the field 🥰🤩 it reminds me of the happy cows getting out in the spring after a long winter inside here in Denmark 😁

[@reginecooper-king3190]

Congrats on your 20 years together and as an organisation. Phenomenal episode. Soooo AWESOME to see so many gallop off in a green field. My heart feels full. Thank you x

[@sparkle.-buggg3610]

I've watched utube on the slaughter pipped line and it broke my heart ❤️ to see them in the holding pens awaiting the meat transporters just so hard to see so to watch these horses run out onto your 10 acres made me cry because there no suffering I know there will be ok fed loved thankyou to all of you for your dedication and time you are truely incredible ❤️ sending hugs to Dr Nancy it's hard to watch her cry she is amazing love to you all

[@cynthiamcgee4829]

I love your vet Nancy. I honestly wish I lived closer to you because I would love to work for you. And God bless you for saving those horses and I pray that they all got rescued and nobody went to slaughter

[@raquelgarza6775]

Cory and his hat😂😂❣️

[@katherineknapp8838]

Tawnee…super duper. What an idea…..along with the auction, you’ve taken your visitors on a tour of the facility, a wonderful idea for an auction anniversary.

[@wakingohiomama9110]

I love that appy he is so so sweet and pretty😍😍😍

[@IonIsFalling7217]

My heart was in my throat the whole time that pretty little pinto was stuck!

[@carolcrompton6138]

Thanks to you all at Horse Rescue for all the work you guys put in for animals that need you so badly! God has to intervene and guide you folks to the horses that need you !!❤️❤️

[@tnit7554]

Very emotional. Thank you so much for your outstanding commitment for neglected horses, keep up your great work. Dr. Nancy is an outstanding equine vet. Greetings from germany❤️

[@suesheldon6875]

You all do such a great job for the horses you save from the slaughter market Bless you all

[@christiecornell803]

I love what you do Love

[@cowgirlamy8252]

Happy 20th Anniversary of rescuing horses! We love watching and supporting Horse Plus Humane Society! We are going to miss seeing David & Rebekah working at Horse Plus Humane Society but we do wish them the best! Congratulations to the Horse Plus team on rescuing 20 horses even though 3 of them needed the last act of kindness! Hopefully all of the rest of those horses continue on feeling better at Horse Plus! From, Amy and family 🤠❤❤❤🐎🥳

[@LoveTheMusicAll]

Took me a while to figure out Dr. Nancy was talking about a horse with "Wry Nose" not "Rhinos". Bless that horse.

[@TakeTheRide]

I've never seen a horse stuck on a gate then I thought it was going to break its leg. Oh my God I was cringing. So glad it's okay.

[@joywilson9718]

Congratulations Horse Plu for your 20yrs of amazing work done caring for the horses you’ve rescued 👍🐐much love Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦🌍🌈

[@juliamclane8319]

You mean Horse Plus.

[@francineherron1940]

Great episode everyone 👍. Number 20 seems to be the lucky number for HP. Anniversaries and 20 horses saved 😃

[@gingerbrewer7093]

So glad to have been there. You all worked hard to set it up (and of course take it back down) but it was a great way to share. Congratulations to you both for all that you have accomplished as well as a great marriage. (you both look much younger in person)

[@evameier5387]

Happy Birthday ,ervery day to all Animals being safed from suffering. Happy Birthday to Hors Plus ...Love::: and Health.

[@mikehenry6284]

WOW 😮 What a great bunch of horses rescued. Your always going to have a few that unfortunately can't be saved due to owner neglect 😢 but out of this bunch, so far, only 3, needed the last act of kindness. AND, y'all got some younger ones as well. Just a great looking bunch, sooo happy 😃🐴. I'm a little worried about the paint that tried jumping over the panels at auction, he's possibly dangerous 😮 so y'all please take extra precautions when around him. Excellent 20 year party celebration 🎉. Lots of fun 😄. Sure gonna miss the 2 people HP is losing 😢 but I wish them all the best ✨. Again, simply awesome having Dr. Nancy on board, especially when going to auction, cause without her that poor little mini might of had to try and make the trip back to HP and that would have been terrible for that precious little thing 🐴. Tawnee, I agree with you 💯 percent, nothing better than seeing all those beautiful horses running free on the 10 acre pasture 🐎. No more fear in their eyes, and they can relax and enjoy just being horses. Great job y'all 👍!! Praying 🙏 something can be done for that poor young horse with the severely messed up jaw, mouth, teeth, whatever..... 😢. Love and Blessings to all at HPH ❤️🙌 Jennifer

[@Raven-Jomi]

Watching this from Norway, I wish that I could have come to the celebration

[@kiwilana1]

Keith, can't believe you didn't take the opportunity to sing Dolly's '9 to 5' when moving the horses!!

[@rodandjudibowen5665]

Wow guys! That was the whole shebang! Everything from a 20 year celebration to another successful auction rescue . . . Wonderful! Wahoo! 🤠🐎🐎🐎❣

[@donnac.1609]

Thank you for 20 years of rescue! Thru your tenacity and love for what you do, other rescues are finding the encouragement and help they need! Dr. Nancy is doing a great job! Great example being set on giving horses rescued a another chance.

[@meycoe]

ok, yup Dr. Nancy got me. sorry for the toughness of this job. I guess knowing what that paint pony has been through was hard to take. Gotta wonder how these auction company folks sleep at night.

[@MEGANFROGARNOLD]

Bye to David and Rebekah…such genuine lovely people. Best wishes on your next endeavours.

[@1akinor]

It's been a long time since we've seen them run out to the pasture....which is what brought me to this channel (plus other stuff). Even today, it wasn't like the close to the ground running of yester year. What's w the drone - there's a time & place for that. Not for letting them out into the field. Glad Tawnee made a point on cam of her fave moment.

[@jacquelinebarnett3439]

I think you are all a wonderful group of caring people who give so much to look after all the beautiful horses you manage to rescue. Please carry on with your good work. ❤

[@helenabiesma5560]

you see now the hard work fall into place - and these are better enjoyed - as you are now better set up - love to see you for the next- 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@EmpathBonz]

I felt so privileged to be one of those watching on the live and be able to donate to such a beautiful cause! 💜💙

[@claudiadickerman4218]

Having Dr Nancy is such a wonderful blessing for this organization. I love the way she explains so many things, you can tell her heart is really in this so prayers that Dr. Nancy stays young and wonderful for many years to come and chooses to stay with Horse Plus and help all these God's creatures. Other rescues would LOVE to have the good fortune of an on staff on property VET.

[@LeAnnJones-l9v]

Our 25 yr old gelding is missing teeth too and he also spits out chewed hay. He has a great body score because he's able to eat chopped alfalfa and keep his weight up. He can still eat his feed too. He's a good boy. He tries to eat the mares hay and it's laying around on the ground chewed up too.

[@yankeedoodledarling9232]

God bless your 20 years of success in compassion for animals! Looking forward to learning what will be done with the wry nose young horse.

[@Grace-z3z7u]

you have no need that I write about the folks you have working with you to bring us (of age) to write anything more, BUT I wish to write of horses 1They are beautiful and what a shame that folks originally of the (hide and seek kind) are NOT blameless to giving you the kind that are beaten down (sorta speak) but you take them and make BEAUTIFUL what these folks make ugly and worthless. THANK YOU from all of us that give a rats patoot for them and to see what all you do. I'm so near 80 that it is NOT funny but I still have one good eye to see the awesome work that you have done. Thank you

[@begonebegone7825]

Congrats on 20 yrs married! What an impressive milestone. God bless the both of you and 20 more years to come!!

[@roonsbirdbird2867]

You all are a machine! ❤ No stopping the saving force.

[@FeydaWeye]

🎉Happy Anniversary guys! That's a lot of hard work, both marriage wise and and hero wise.

[@jacquelinebarnett3439]

I’m really sorry about the little mini, it’s so sad but appreciate it is best to give her the last act of kindness. 😢

[@SheilaTurpel]

Your "20th" was so great!! One day I hope to come visit. You do such a great job- helping, loving, curing all the animals that come there. There is sadness to when you have to give the last act of kindness. So many times while watching I sit here and cry right along with all of you. You do an awesome job. Keep up the good work!

[@kristiwetsel9531]

Got some jumping paints! 😮

[@leeangus1839]

Hey guys that was a great 20th video. And that was beautiful Tweene . And Jason. And Dr. Nancy you did awesome vet barn tour. All my 💗💕🥰❤️🤗💖 to all. With a😊 🤗❤️💖 too.

[@kerstingalaxys441]

Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland Ich liebe Dr Nancy

[@2t3hr7]

Amazing 20 years y'all

[@luisor3820]

❤❤❤ THANKS THANKS AND MORE THANKS. Hughs and kisses for all the voluntaries and horses😊😊😊😊

[@alysland4340]

Could you please do a follow up on the horse with Wry nose in your Horse rescue Vet videos. This looks like such an interesting subject to use to educate people on horse defects.

[@bethkurtz5472]

send all my prayers for horses and donkeys and cats and dogs