Ex Slave Raised The Smartest Horse That Ever Lived. Don't Believe It? See This.

Folks in the know said that Beautiful Jim Key was The Smartest Horse That Ever Lived. His story is a true story. I spent several years checking it out in Tennessee where he was raised and where he died and in the national archives and other libraries around the USA. I partnered with author Miriam Rivas on a book called Beautiful Jim Key. I am not a horse person or even a horseback rider, but I was given the opportunity to do several films with people who love and understood horses. Magnificent animals they are for sure.
I have met people who have spend their lives studying the intelligence of horses and they agree that Jim Key and what he did not only with spelling words but in mathematics and in understanding his trainer, mentor and partner, Bill Key, a former slave turned entrepreneur, could very well be completely true. Bill Key Was an extraordinary entrepreneur who when granted his freedom, built a horse racing arena and large horse veterinary practice in Tennessee. when the Civil War and the South destroyed it, he bought a home for his former "master" and this was documented in local papers at the time. He also negotiated an incredible financial arrangement with the New York Circus promoter who partnered with him to take Jim too many locations around the country performing before tens of thousands.
I also have a deep admiration for how incredible Bill Key worked with animal rights organizations to make Americans aware horses as sentient beings. Also, I am amazed that on many nights at the St. Louis World's Fair - 1904 - Bill and Jim Key performed before 19,000 people in the building built specifically for them and their performance. It was at that world's fair that Jim competed against sixth-graders and beat them in a spelling bee. It was major news in the papers at that time.
As a result of Bill Key's efforts, Jim Key also became THE symbol for one of the most important animal rights movements in America beginning in the 1890s. And millions of American schoolchildren signed a pledge that stated "I will try to be kind to all harmless living creatures and try to protect them from cruel usage." Jim Key’s photograph doing one of his tricks was posted on the pledge.
The movie that I mention In my story is not yet a reality but I hope someday it will be. Investment money is what is needed and is, as most of you know, very hard to get. If you enjoyed this story please click the Super Thanks button below the video screen. That support makes me able to keep on doing this. I have other great stories to tell and great scenes to share.
To get the book go here -www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Jim-....

[@gaylasmith5279]

My neighbour's horse took a liking to me years ago. We have a strong bond and he is proof to me that he possesses great intelligence and compassion. He gets out of his pasture and heads to my house on an almost daily basis. You've not lived until you open your front door to have a gigantic horse walk right past you and enter your den. I think he thinks he's a dog. But, he's a brilliant companion and is no trouble at all. I can put him back in his pasture by simply walking him over. No tricks, no gimmicks. He just follows and waits for me to open the gate. There's such intelligence in those eyes of his and he's always been very gentle with me. I adore him!

[@chariwater1]

Gayla Smith Wow. I love horses and can hardly wait to go riding again.

[@jccurran9327]

So very nice to be loved and have a devotee (loving comment). Animals are amazing, nothing surprises me. You are truly blessed to be loved by this horse. Cherish every moment, life is too short. Best regards to all out there. 🎈

[@michaelreis7010]

I think it's showing animals love and compassion and understanding them that makes all the difference

[@helaynelevitt6566]

I think most might have missed the point of your post. Love it and very well presented.

[@LindaJ46]

great story

[@Carol-sp5yg]

My question is why are we just learning about this now. This kind of story should be in history books! So glad that you bring us these wonderful stories❤️

[@thomasdorman4250]

AMEN!

[@sherrydavenport9735]

Doesn't fit The narrative of those that refuse to find The Good in History

[@patremagilbert8787]

True

[@janethefriend-awakened33]

This country will never teach truth when it involves the lives of slaves or black people in general.

[@crystalbelle2349]

@@janethefriend-awakened33 seems history of those doing good doesn’t qualify as interesting history to “those who elect themselves qualified to state facts as history” regardless of race. That should be written facts in textbooks and perhaps readers would elect to read more, having more positive reading material to choose from. According to race, absolutely this story shines a bright light on this particular black man of high inelegance and warm heart, so I understand why in that time it may have been a factor unfortunately, just as if it had been a female. Beautiful truth has always been and continues to be an offense to the nay sayers of a culture trying to create a negative generation regardless of race or gender is most likely the reason we haven’t read this beautiful and brilliant story. Hoping to see a Morgan Freeman movie soon. That sure would be a step in the right direction! :) If we could vote on this, it would surely come to fruition soon I trust. Thank you.

[@cowabungakev]

"I promise to be kind to animals and to all sentient beings." Mercy Pledge

[@randyhorne1067]

I'm 65 years old , and I made that pledge when I was 7 years old

[@cowabungakev]

@@randyhorne1067 It just so happened I seen your reply 7 minutes ago. Lucky 7 ;-)

[@d.r.french1137]

An oath to be Kind to all sentient beings. Wow, do we ever need this now

[@pcatMe]

It's been around for thousands of years. It's called Buddhism 😉

[@ronaldcollins3824]

@@pcatMe aaaaaaa,

[@mikegross6107]

@@pcatMe I beg to differ with you! Christianity pre dates Buddhism by CENTURIES and teaches love MORE THAN ANY OTHER religion in that Jesus loved mankind SO MUCH he suffered and died in order to have EVERY PERSON"S SINS FORGIVEN!

[@kathym6603]

Amen to "An oath to be Kind to all sentient beings. Wow, do we ever need this now."

[@timothycannon528]

@@mikegross6107 sorry Mike. Buddhism outdates Christianity by about 600 years.

[@jodieturner3161]

The world needs stories like this to get back to real life.

[@kimaglioti7775]

Ain't that the truth.

[@cyrillayman166]

What is wrong with the life we lead today.I am sure the old people of the 1980s said the same thing & the people before them.

[@kimaglioti7775]

@@cyrillayman166 You have no clue. The good memories will linger forever. But they seem to be fading fast with today's frantic stress & chaos. I Thank God we do have the good memories. I cherish them. The freedom of playing in the koppies,, hitching everywhere, free and safe. We were blessed. A lot of us had normal childhood's. We were lucky.

[@cyrillayman166]

@@kimaglioti7775 I am 51 years old,so I think I know a little on how things were back in the 70s & 80s.People are living longer than ever before because advanced medicine & break threw surgery's.More people in the world makes for a faster pace world,doesn't make it better or worse just on your outlook.

[@kimaglioti7775]

@@cyrillayman166 Cool Cyril. Each to his own. Agree. I was born in 1959 and I loved things they way they were before cell phone's cocked everything up. We communicated.

[@ReconR]

This is one of the greatest animal stories that I've ever heard.

[@billdermody9402]

check out the history guy Sgt Reckless

[@CAMC4955]

The story of the slave is impressive also

[@danzbutrfly]

i know right....amazing and beautiful story

[@danzbutrfly]

@@billdermody9402 oh wow...thanks for the info....

[@riflechess7693]

@@CAMC4955 *exactly, he's the one who trained the horse yet he gets no credit... smh*

[@analeticiagallardo2314]

I've always had animals around me since I was little. One thing I've noticed is the more time you spend with them building a connection the more you come to have an unspoken language with them and that applies to all sorts of different animals. I don't work so I'm with my two dogs 24/7. They are both special in their own way but one in particular understands every word. If my husband and I are talking she knows what we are saying. I don't mean typical trigger words like "food" "sit" "walkies" . Yesterday I said something about changing the curtains and she walked over to the window to have a look. Recently I said "have you seen the tv remote control?" and although I wasn't talking to her she went and found it behind the couch. If I get a phone call from my parents saying they are coming over and she hears the conversation she will watch the driveway because she knows they are coming. I mean I could list examples all day.

[@timgilmartin9051]

My friend posted this on fb and encouraged people to watch it. So when I clicked on the link and saw that it was 15 minutes long, I thought, “I don’t have time to watch this. I have too much to do.” But I started watching it, and, to my dismay, it was only 15 minutes long! I didn’t want the story to end. It was lovely, just a beautiful story. Thank you, David Hoffman, for the story and the way you told it. I look forward to hearing your other stories as well, and may they all be, at the very least, 15 minutes long...

[@cecils3357]

I agree. I didn't want this story to end either!! I found this earlier and enjoy watching it every single time.

[@nancybernard3117]

Why haven't I heard of this infamous horse? I'm 73 years old, and this is the first time I ever heard of Jim Key. What a delightful story! I want to see the movie. INCREDIBLE HORSE!!!

[@bopsieboy]

Me either!! I'm 73 also and I stood 5 feet away from the likes of Secretariat, Seattle Slew, Forego, Affirmed, Ruffian..........I could go on & on!! Saw those GREATS at the Track!!

[@jjohnjoni]

@@bopsieboy I too am 73, and I had never heard this either. Hmm. Loved the story!

[@drgil65]

I’m 55 and have heard of it, I guess it depends what part of the country we all grew up in, and what schools decided, at that time period in life, what was more important to learn about.

[@sharoneastwood.1025]

That's because everything good and great that black people do or have part in is hidden right through history.

[@kenlyneham4105]

I am 74 and until now, never heard of the horse. There is one thing I know though, it was not 'infamous'. INFAMOUS: (Adjective) well known for some bad quality or deed; wicked; abominable. Jim Key was most definitely, famous!

[@catloverkitten10]

The irony. I wouldn't have heard this great story without the internet and you wouldn't have found it without the old drafty used bookstore. We need to value and preserve the integrity of both.

[@spiritfeather1]

I bought this amazing book 12 years ago. found it in a bookstore

[@davidwilson3465]

Yes!! Thank you for saying this. So many are turning their backs on “dusty old books”

[@mystyyykweeen1573]

@@davidwilson3465 I love old books and I still buy them

[@elizabethcope1502]

I 💘 the smell of 📖 s

[@Nasreddiin]

@@elizabethcope1502 me too. Smelling the paper ...

[@stardroplet9499]

We need two movies, one for Bill Keys and one for The horse. Amazing smart man.

[@tracygaylor9505]

YES

[@5thDimensionSquad]

Totally!

[@michaelreis7010]

Love and compassion towards animals makes all the difference

[@dwaynemarshall6307]

So true.

[@DefineMeAsOne]

What saddens me is that stories like this, that were once known by many people, drowns in the ocean of time. Thanks for sharing.

[@arcanondrum6543]

@Marisol white Jesus? White Guy. Cleopatra? White girl. Samurai Fighter? White guy (well, the good one, the others are just extras). Probably my "favorite" are the many, many early television shows depicting Native Americans as mass attackers and white people merely "defending themselves".

[@karandeosingh2356]

@@arcanondrum6543 From white Jesus to white samurai.Great job comparing myths and one persons perspective with history to hollywood wow great job smartie.

[@jennhill8708]

Statues of Jesus & the Saints have been made for the population. There are statues of Bl Mary holding the Child Jesus & they appear to be Japanese & black statuary in predominately Black countries. Chinese looking Mary & Jesus... So, you're barking up the wrong tree.

[@jennhill8708]

@@arcanondrum6543 Cleopatra's family were Greek. She'd likely look to have a tan, no matter the weather.

[@janeelboden6371]

gets lost in the either..........that's why archives are so valuable.

[@randallparker8477]

Great story! I have heard about Jim. My friends Grandaddy had a mule named Fella who watered the other animals everyday. He would pull around a long water hose from the barn spigot turning the water on with his nose, water all the troughs and would finish by watering Granny's garden. EVERYDAY except Sunday. He would sleep all day on Sunday. When I knew Fella he was 24 years old. He was buried in a secret place surrounded by family and friends. Looking forward to the film.

[@TheStuport]

Love your story as well Randall...appreciate you sharing! Cheers

[@randallparker8477]

@@shakeybritches8089 I was told that when Fella was very young, his mother got sick and died, he was hand nursed by my friends Grandad and Granny. As he grew up he would follow them around doing "chores" and one day he was playfully trying to pull the water hose out of someone's hand and they began letting him help pull the hose around. As the folks got older and slower he seemed to just want to help. The water valve was a no-freeze type with a handle that lifted up to open and they taught him to turn it off and on. Of course they made a big deal about it and started giving him an apple or something else as a reward. After several years Granny would show him how to hold the hose and do the watering. It became his job most days and he just kept it up. Except on Sundays, which is the part that I always thought was so amazing. Grandad would say he was a "Good Christian" and took his day of rest like the rest of the family very seriously.

[@tacolove892]

@@randallparker8477 ...Thank you for sharing an amazing story.

[@randallparker8477]

@@tacolove892 You bet!

[@drippingwater1849]

YOU MUST WRITE ABOUT FELLA!!!!! MR.HOFFMANN COULD MAKE A MOVIE ABOUT HIM, TOO!!!! I WOULD LOVE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT HIM!

[@adiconstantin4598]

5:11 "with kindness, and patience and intelligence - as he was raised"

[@debragipson3498]

He was a slave. He lacked autonomy. My great-grandmother was treated the same. On her death bed she asked to be freed.

[@BillyCobbOfficial]

The story of Bill Key is incredible as well and it makes you wonder what other great American stories get swept under the rug.

[@susanhowe163]

IT'S FRUSTRATING TRYING TO BUY A CANADIAN HISTORY BOOK RIGHT NOW BECAUSE OF COVID RULES. I LOVE LEARNING ABOUT TRUE HISTORY.

[@acerrome9672]

@@xrpvegas5407 the same as republikkkan

[@pissonthe0fighteverybody276]

@@xrpvegas5407 Back then a democrat would be what a republican is today. Remember President Lincoln was a republican. So when here about a republican from long ago think Democrat today.

[@anitaechikunwoke4885]

Absolutely!! I never get tired of times past! not

[@azersamaali2016]

Many thanks, been searching for "betting to win horse racing" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Senameron Sanyatt Approach - (should be on google have a look ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my cousin got great success with it.

[@californiascreaming1131]

This is the kind of stories we should see at the movies.

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

@, the movies and in schools 🤔

[@LiftOffLife]

Better than the feminist bullshit Hollyweird produces now.

[@robertmankowski3478]

@@LiftOffLife non

[@idlebots8679]

And not these marvel shit.

[@lolayancey3626]

Theresa Kleven Amen!

[@anybodycanart]

Horrible that these stories are so hidden in time...this man was phenomenal.

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

Right, stop hiding the truth of history from us

[@riflechess7693]

@@beneiseoleinmheart5614 *Notice the title is just about the horse & not including???*

[@riflechess7693]

@@beneiseoleinmheart5614 *instead of giving the black man credit for training the horse, he praises the horse as if it learnt by itself!!!*

[@baasbassinnababylonrobert-9963]

@@riflechess7693 AMEN BROTHER! AAMEN !

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

@@riflechess7693 true. They both deserve title recognition. The ability if the trainer to relate to the horse & the horse the ability to learn n obey. Still phenomenal and should be known. I thank David for his research n presenting it to the public. Kudos to you David.

[@shanekennethjamesaustin3949]

Morgan Freeman would be ideal for this part. Morgan is a brilliant actor and I’m certain will make the movie a hit.

[@marcoevans2155]

Freeman's like 80 years old now

[@piggynatorcool668]

@@marcoevans2155 don't believe anybody would mind

[@iamfantastic.iamgreat3649]

@xirsamohtx The Rock

[@bearbones4347]

No

[@capnspicy5565]

You can't have a black person play the part of a slave, that's racism, it should be a white lesbian with an asian accent painted red

[@lilythekitty9579]

This has to be one of the most interesting / incredible stories I have ever come across. This story covers the American Civil War, slavery, The Humane Society, an incredible human being by the name of Bill Key and a beautiful intelligent horse Jim Key. This is American history at its best. I would have loved to have met Bill Key and watched Jim Key in action. I showed this film to my mother and she absolutely loved it. She said she could listen to David Hoffman all day as he has such a lovely voice. She has also seen the film with Nette Mitchell about Emmalane. We are now going to see what other amazing films you have made.

[@DavidHoffmanFilmmaker]

Thank you. There is much for you and your mom to see. Several years worth.! David Hoffman filmmaker

[@valerieobrien5521]

I though the most amazing horse was Beaucephalis ! He belonged to Alexander the Great.

[@mrOga]

When we were still young living with our grandmother in the village we were many kids at home and very stubborn, we had a goat that loved grandma so much, it used to only listen to her, no one else at home took it for grazing except her, and wen she was unable, she could talk to her to follow us that's when she could accept to go with us without resistance. It was very intelligent that it used to tell her every stubborn things we did at home in her absence. One day when we had gone to school grandma was attacked by a bull and this goat fought with the bull to protect grandma that broke his front leg and horn, she was never sold or slaughtered, she died of old age and grandma was labelled a witch for burring a goat with a tomb stone. The goat was called "Nakazi" meaning super woman. We have her grand children at home they are called Noble's in our language because we don't eat them, they all die of old age.

[@houseofcalebfashiondesigns4131]

Very interesting story which makes me curious where did this take place? In what country? Thx I love to learn that is why I ask

[@mrOga]

@@houseofcalebfashiondesigns4131 this took place in Mukono, Uganda, Africa. It was back then in the early 2000's

[@wuznotbornyesterda]

I can believe this story, as well as the Jim Key story. I have had a super-intelligent pony, horse, and goat in my life at different times. All can be smarter than a dog. All enjoy being with a human if you treat them as your best buddy. I would have slept with them if there had been room. I was an only child and I thought more of my horse than any human. I never trained him for tricks like Jim Key, but I believe he could have done nearly as well if I had. He died when he was 34.

[@mrOga]

@@wuznotbornyesterda that's incredible animals might be a different kind of people speaking a different language under human colonisation

[@jacobmensch7541]

Lol you don't need science to have an animal that cares for you as you do for it

[@beardedpixie8426]

We had a horse back in the 80's named Brandy that would go around every morning and let all the other animals out of their stalls. He would let the chickens out and their coop had a door with a standard house doorknob, so we didn't think he could have been doing it. We had come to the conclusion that a person was sneaking onto the farm at night and doing all this stuff to be mischievous. One night, me and my Dad decided we would catch the perp and give them a good talking too. We went down and set up a blind and sat there all night and never saw a thing until the next morning around 5:00am. What we saw had us laughing so hard it hurt. There was Brandy, going from one stall to the next opening every door and greeting each animal individually like he was making sure they had a good night sleep. When he got to the chicken house, he wrapped his lips around that doorknob and had to contort his whole body to get the doorknob to turn enough to release. That was the funniest part. He pushed the door open and stood there until all the chickens cleared his hooves. (That's a story in itself. A few years prior to this, he had stepped on a chicken and killed it. After that incident, every time a chicken was close to him he would stop moving until he knew the chicken had cleared his hooves.) Brandy lived to be 28 years old. One day he didn't come back to the barn, so we went searching for him. He was laying under an oak tree in a pasture we call "The Hill". An interesting tidbit about Brandy is that my Dad purchased him at auction from the Atlanta, Georgia Police Department. For the first 20 years of his life he was part of the mounted patrol in Atlanta. It was our understanding that a Police Officer had been shot off his back. We aren't sure if that is true or not, but that's what we were told by someone at the Auction. David Hoffman - Thank you for posting this video. It conjured up a lot of great memories for me and my Dad. My Dad is 87 years old now and talking about all this made him laugh just as hard as we did back in 1985. The bad part is... I feel like I need to go out and buy another horse!

[@MrKalbadani]

Should have ur own story book.

[@helenandhercoffee]

Do buy another horse. The right horse. It will happen for you.

[@ValbbyRod]

I wish you could have recorded that.... it would have went viral and have been so awesome to see !

[@annaal7480]

Helen Borodina please don’t buy the horse, there are too many of them looking for their forever homes. Adopt, don’t shop.

[@DaaTwah]

I so cried reading ur story. I have always felt I was a horse person. I grew up riding and understood I wanted to own a horse farm. Thank u for sharing ur story.

[@lizannecheney9018]

One of my horses once saved me from a vicious dog who was stalking me to attack me. I was on foot and my horse came down from the hill and chased the dog away viciously.

[@liamroberts9047]

Hello Lizanne, How are you doing?

[@Stevie-hn7mp]

Incredible and they are so loyal. Very smart .

[@georgeherod4252]

My daughter was in a wagon wreck with her coach. They were both thrown from the wagon and received non critical injures, (my girl got a concussion and eight staples in her head) but you know that you take a few to gain your senses. Those horses waited by them. They didn't just head for the barn.

[@jturtle5318]

I had a stallion that would kill dogs, woodchucks, possoms and raccoons that ventured into the paddock. My neighbors quickly gave up on letting their sport dogs into the field to chase the horses.

[@rachaelstephens209]

What a wonderful story. Hats off to Bill Key and of course Jim. So much love and admiration between horse and man. Beautiful

[@Blitznstitch2]

What’s more amazing is Bill Key who trained the horse- he was a slave turned businessman. And apparently the best horse trainer that ever lived.

[@prw56]

I think whatever organizations plan what people are featured for black history month dropped the ball by not finding this, correct me if they did, but a moment with google didn't show anything.

[@Lorinstargte]

Oh yeah this is going to happen now.

[@jodyross6185]

any man..has the ability for great things, Bill, Jim Key's Caretaker was given respect and an opportunity, in a time when white men didn't do that kind of thing on a regular basis, many minds were repressed because of racism, and the lack of opportunities given them

[@babysof2266]

Bill key was John keys son

[@TheDrexxus]

That isn't more amazing. There were a number of slaves that became successful after being freed. How many horses had such a career? One is unique, the other is not.

[@mysunshine0063]

I'm 58 now and when i was young i remember my great grandmother telling me about a horse that could count, read, spell and add. I thought she was stretching it and the horse was just doing tricks. Maybe this was the horse she was talking about. She would have been 17 yrs at the time of the world's fair. I think she went to it because she did have some things in her home on display from the fair.

[@loveandlight1953]

What a beautiful memory to have of you and your grandmother.

[@joycesap6372]

Beautiful

[@Jake-nk4wg]

Thanks for sharing our beautiful story.

[@Mike-sp2eu]

She was probably talking about clever Hans

[@brendag5855]

I actually have never found it hard to believe that animals are intelligent but more than that some are wise, knowing, understanding and capable of unconditional love. Moreover, animals are healing and they come into our lives to help us awaken a part of our soul that we didn’t even know existed. They also give us strength and the will to keep trying 💕 Animals are amazing 🤩

[@liamroberts9047]

Hello Brenda, How are you doing?

[@gloriaseiter6399]

Loved this story. I sure hope they make a movie. I had a horse when I was a teenager. Raised him from a colt. I can attest to their intelligence. Love, patience and kindness goes a long way. The things I taught him in his short time was near and dear to my heart. I will never forget the unique bond we had.

[@n2wishnn552]

Okay, people. Wth? My eyes just wandered over to the dislikes, while watching this and my mind is officially BLOWN. - 1.7k dislikes? HOW could anyone not like the content, the beautiful story of this kind dude and how intelligent he was able to make his horse? And how this helped change people's perspectives on the intelligence of animals? I don't get it? Do people just dislike stuff to be rude? I do NOT get that mindset. And am So glad I don't.

[@rebeccacarlson9166]

I totally agree?! WTH is up with all the dislikes? Maybe they are Russian bots? Or Inhumane humans?

[@sarakhaldi5085]

@Rebecca Carlson I second that Rebecca! David Hoffman is just amazing at making films and telling stories, don’t you just adore this mans history he shares?

[@Hundert1]

@Karen Patterson Excellent comment, thanks 👍

[@scottygardner654]

It's probably the leftist because they just learned the truth about how they were lied too in school about the civil war, and how blacks were actually part of the family , and refused to listen to the rest of the story when he got to that part.

[@RadioAbrar]

grantees, those dislke never end watching the video. they just are trolls.

[@372rrcasa3]

I'm from Shelbyville,. We were never taught this story, and I was in my 60's before I heard about it. We used to comment that the best thing to come out of Shelbyville was US-231, but now I can proudly move Jim Key to the top of that list.

[@semco72057]

That is a remarkable story about that horse and his owner and I would love to see a movie about them and their life.

[@robertbirch6489]

When young, we had a Tennessee Walker named Nancy. We little kids rode her bareback. BUT, if one of us began slipping off, she would immediately halt until we could regain our balance. No one ever taught her to do that, she was smart and loved children.

[@kingbasilthefirst]

Tennessee Walkers are "🎵smooooth as Tennessee Whisky🎶" when you ride them! They seem pretty intelligent as well!

[@anthonywestjr1063]

This story should be taught in every grade school and be required reading in high school. Compassion not understood is ignorance perpetuated.

[@angelacarleton9575]

So very true!

[@houseofcalebfashiondesigns4131]

Very well stated truth . ...

[@anthonywestjr1063]

@@angelacarleton9575 ☺👍🏾

[@anthonywestjr1063]

@@houseofcalebfashiondesigns4131 ☺👍🏾

[@tobeamiss1]

What a wonderful idea.

[@karenmahan6979]

Being a horse owner for over 50 years and having devoured every great horse book I could find over the years beginning the moment I could read, I was surprised to find this book a few years ago. It's an incredible story that I had never heard of before. I hope they do make this into a movie. The story is so unbelievably wonderful, it could only be true. I heartily recommend it for anyone to read. You don't have to be a horse lover to enjoy the story of Dr. Bill Key and Beautiful Jim Key.

[@adorable3817]

Well said 🥰 🙏 I can't believe we horses 🙈😢 You're an animal lover....do you eat animals? 💚🌷✌

[@MattrixNY]

In these crazy times, this story is just the positivity I needed in my life!

[@mickwarshaw3431]

Our Palomino horse, Zap, was quite the character. He would answer me with loud return whinny's when I called to him. He developed as a guardian- Zap would give a very distinct, "come asap" call when anything was wrong. Examples- the water trough was tipped over, a horse was in trouble, someone got hurt, etc. It was amazing and we all knew if we heard that call to drop everything and get to the horses.

[@fatimatoday563]

My beautiful Tennesse Walker/Fox Trotter named Shadow had to be put to sleep 2 weeks ago at about 30 years old. He was my best friend and such a gentleman. He took good care of his pasture mate Sugar protecting her from all the creatures of the night. I know I will get over this loss, but it's still really painful. He was one of a kind. I know all horse lovers understand. I'm excited to see the Jim Key movie.

[@LilyGazou]

Fatima Today my heart goes out to you. I feel like we will see our beloved creatures again when we cross over.

[@mimilong3817]

Fatima Today: Aww! Sorry for your loss but you may see your horse again in your future.

[@trilady66]

Fatima Today My heart aches for your loss. Would it be alright with you if I said some prayers for your peace of mind?

[@eligatica]

I am so very sorry for the loss of your friend, your companion, your loved one. It is so agonizing and heart-wrenching when our beloved family member has to be put to sleep. I grieve with you. I had to make that same decision ~2 years ago for my beloved Lucy, for her sake. The decision you made was enormously loving. And terribly heartbreaking. The pain and grief subsides over time. I still grieve for Lucy. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Fatima.

[@jessepitt]

I was lucky enough to have a horse like that for my best friend for 26 years. I miss him every day. I’m so sorry for your loss but you have been lucky to have ever experienced that connection. I doubt I ever will again.

[@alangilmore1512]

I find this story at 71 years old to be the best thing I have ever found or read on the internet. Thank you so much for sharing it.

[@adorable3817]

Animals are special 🥰 🙏 ....do you eat animals? 💚🌷✌

[@ArtPhotographerLindsay]

This story has everything: Human kindness, loyalty to family, entrepreneurship, empathy toward animals .... the list goes on.

[@victoriaofthevictoriavicto7270]

Love this... Here's a cat story... My dad was dying of cancer & for the first time in 47 years they weren't able to go down to his place in Mexico for the winter. My dad has always loved cats but my mother, not so much. We all wanted to get him one when he got sick but it was a big ole no from my mom. My folks lived in a 20 unit patio home situation that all looked exactly the same from the outside. One night this adult male cat shows up on their patio sleeping on one of the chair cushions. He had 20 to choose from. They fed him outside but didnt let him in. He just wouldnt leave. They posted a found cat thing on some local FB pages & the owners contacted them. They were shocked as they lived a good 20 min drive away across a 6 lane highway in a different town. They happily took him home & forced my folks to take 20.00 for taking care of him. 3 days later, he was back. It was cold so they let him in & he would not leave my dad's side. They called the people again & everyone laughed about it & even thought he was maybe getting in a vehicle or something as he loves going in to sniff cars. They took him home again & 4 days later, he was back. This time, the people told my folks that they had sold their house & had 2 indoor cats & this guy that liked to go outside. They asked if they wanted him as he obviously wanted them. Well, that cat slept with my dad every night for the next 11 months. He was the reason my dad would walk around outside, the reason he got up when he didn't want to to feed him & he kept him company until the day he went into palliative care. We brought 'puddy tat' in there the day my dad had chosen to pass & he just snuggled into the crook of my dad's tiny, tiny arm & purred & slept. My dad opted for assisted dying so while his favorite music played & his family all around him, he petted that damn cat until he passed. Ugh...I'm bawling now... So, this was just last August, I miss him so, so much. The cat is still with my mom even though she is not a fan & there isn't a time I look at that cat that I don't seen the peace in my dad's eyes & remember the joy he gave my amazing dad... After he passed we were putting together photos & such & had them spread out on the spare bed. I have a picture of 'Puddy Tat' curled up with one outstretched arm over a picture of my father as a young man. Ugh...first time I've written all that. That was tough but also makes me happy. Definitely need to go fix my face now. Thank you for your wonderful story...animals are a gift. God bless you & yours.

[@minoozola8353]

Very beautiful story.

[@trenawawrzyniak4397]

We as humans do not give animals enough credit, I have a medical alert service dog" Cocco" He's 10 yrs old. I have seen my dog do amazing things. My neighbor n his dog who is female doesn't like children . One day the dog got away from the owner n went after a child walking by , my dog chased after her, grabbed her leash n down stayed her. He kept her leash in his mouth until the owner got there. I didn't tell my dog to do this. He saw a problem n took action . The whole time the naughty female dog tried n tried to get away from Cocco, but he wouldn't let her go . He stopped her from bitting that child.

[@johnbuck5181]

First, dogs are more intelligent than horses blue they aren’t naturally skiddish from being prey for, well, forever and horses can not spell no matter how much you want to believe it. Just wondering if that guy killed any white people trying to free the slaves while fighting for the south?

[@kathleenpetrillo5353]

@@johnbuck5181 your a horses ass john...and about as smart as one. ..

[@kathleenpetrillo5353]

That is such a wonderful story! Your so lucky to have such a special incredible companion.....take care! P.s never mind the " horses ass" that left you the ridicuolos comment...God bless....

[@johnbuck5181]

Kathleen, the dog story is a better one than the “story” told about the horse. Yes, horses are intelligent but most of what the horse did were simple tricks taking place at a circus where it is highly controlled to get the maximum amount of money from people like you. Also, why was Key looked at as a positive character while fighting for the south. I thought we couldn’t have that anymore?????????????? Did he kill or try to kill any intelligent human trying to release his people from slavery???????????? This seems like another Hollywood movie and what I mean by that they exaggerate everything because real life is boring.

[@Jake-zp8gi]

I promise you if that dog was around these parts where I'm at we would kill that female plain and simple not going to take no Chances with that stupid shit need to crack her skull with a baseball bat or spend about four pennies on a 22 shell

[@Matt_from_Florida]

You're a passionate yet efficient story-teller. Time well spent.

[@jeastwood2737]

I agree... Just watching him tell this story is a pure delight. I was thinking the same thing

[@opposumking]

if you close your eyes he sound just like george carlin lol

[@evelynwilliams9443]

I couldn't of said it better myself

[@amandakurtz7732]

Matt from Florida yes indeed could he post more !!!

[@melodylanzatella5844]

It is a wonderful story. I am a horse lover, so I heard about him many years ago. I remember hearing at some point that certain people tested him to try to debunk it because they thought there was some trick to it. I thought, what difference does it make?! No matter how you look at it, he is really intelligent! I have trained many horses in my life, as well as other animals and the key I've discovered is love and trust. If you build a relationship with ANY "sentient being" (as it was so beautifully said), that being will do anything possible to return that kindness. I always say, Every day I strive to be the person that my dog thinks I am! Well, that goes for any animal! Because animals always give you the benefit of the doubt!

[@D-Fens_1632]

My God, how have I never heard this story? I grew up and live in St. Louis, where the 1904 World's Fair is still regularly recognized, remembered, referenced, celebrated, etc. I've never once heard the story of Jim Key, just stories about ice cream cones being invented. This is incredible.

[@brentmoentmann]

Also Iced tea and the hot dog were invented at the 1904 Worlds Fair!

[@gipsiesrealm]

I love this story and the kindness bill had for his animals I’m so glad I stumbled across you

[@karen81681]

Great story!👌 Love horses!! Very pleasant video and history🏇😁 I could listen to you all day😍🙋‍♀️👍 More stories please🙆‍♀️💞🙏

[@nicolebrown1927]

I DEMAND THIS BEAUTIFUL STORY TO BE MADE INTO A MOVIE. I WOULD DEFINITELY WANT TO SEE IT.☺

[@carolrice5127]

Seabiscuit was an extremely well made movie very realistic, hopefully Beautiful Jim Key will do the True story justice

[@chitaylor2775]

Amen

[@rushfan9thcmd]

Great idea but they probably cant spin SJW agenda into it.

[@caneloguero]

I dont know if you have any grounds for demanding. But you can always dream.

[@nicolebrown1927]

@@caneloguero Well, it was worth a shot.☺💙

[@johndavid454]

Humans could learn a lesson from Jim.. He's more humane than most humans!

[@rhythmaddict808]

As a young girl, l discovered that my dog was telepathic! I swear, I could get Skippy to come and sit. We are all telepathic if we pay attention;-* This was wonderful as you are such a soul full story teller, thank you! SO happy I found you! Aloha from Maui!

[@heathermiller8544]

I read about this horse and he and his owner’s story back in 2000. I named my weanling colt Jim Key. I love this story.

[@michellerichardson4246]

Anybody whose had a horse with more ideas than a human can figure out is magic.

[@denziljeromebroomfield5167]

After surviving the year 2020, I needed a pick me up like the Jim Key story. I loved every second of it. I will pray that one day I will get to see this exciting story on film!!! I loved every second of it!!!

[@alan4sure]

But your Jim Key isn't a genius? Right?😆

[@ricardoestrada1176]

If you tell your horse Rollover Is he going to roll over The smartest horse alive

[@heathermiller8544]

@@alan4sure My Jim Key became a sheriff's posse horse after I sold him. An important job not all horses have the heart for, but certainly not a "genius horse". He would be 20 yrs old now.

[@edmccaffrey1]

I trained many, many horses, they are not all the same. However, I had the privilege of encountering a horse that was incredibly intelligent and I taught that horse amazing tricks and developed a language which I could communicate with that horse. I believe that the right trainer, with the right horse could easily achieve all that is shown here.

[@truth4004]

@Madji Of Cimmeria Not an "it" but a HE.

[@ginoasci2876]

Ed McCaffrey: There are five “I”’s in your comment. The story about Bill Key and Jim Key is not about you.

[@ByDesign333]

@@ginoasci2876 Judgemental Gino using "l" 5 times proves nothing bud.

[@kathymcdonagh7508]

Gino Asci Wow what a killjoy you are. Jealous much?

[@imagrandpa]

Stupid comment

[@ChristineChurch]

There are so many horses that are trick horses, they are so smart (all horses)... what makes this particular horse "special" is that people at the time didn't see the intelligence. So, this guy trained this horse and back then it was so unique, the horse got attention. In Oct. 2020, my horse saved the lives of several horses in a fully engulfed barn fire. I don't see anyone making a big deal out of my horse. It was briefly covered on TV and internet and on KZbin. My horse is super intelligent, understands things in amazing ways and has had professionals marvel at his good manners and intelligence. So, why is my horse not famous? Because there are SO many trained and trick horses all over, on TV, movies, internet.... etc. Back in the 19th century, yeah, this horse is seen as the smartest horse (though, looking at the videos beside this one, it appears there's an awful lot of "smartest horses" in this world). Now, people KNOW how intelligent horses are (some more than others). Horses understand more than most humans can even comprehend.

[@sharoneastwood.1025]

WELL YOUR HORSE COULD HAVE BEEN KNOWN MORE BUT YOU DIDN'T EVEN MENTION YOUR BELOVED HORSE'S 🥺 NAME THAT YOU LOVE SO MUCH😒. BLESSINGS 🙏 AND LOVE TO YOUR HORSE I WISH I KNEW HIS OR HER NAME.

[@jamescrawford9643]

If you get 2 outta 10 horses that are smart you're doing good. Those odds aren't very good.

[@barbaraschultz1442]

I grew up with horses and other animals. They were all intelligent when you respect them (kindness), and they trust you. Make the movie!!! Lots of stories in this world. I too have one. As our country heals, what a perfect story to unite with everything that surrounds us that we give energy to. Our children, our pets, our loved ones and each other. Beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

[@knitswithhorses2285]

The world should know this story. Both about this amazing horse and this special, special man!

[@juliabourke9602]

Not even through but i am so interested i have to finish! Thank you Sir!

[@sarahdeason493]

This is my favorite new story. I agree that the world should know the story of this exceptional man and his exceptional horse ... This story makes my heart sing ...

[@paulabriggs5928]

I am thrilled to think that this, my favourite book for many years, is destined to be a movie. I stumbled upon this story in 2008 and have recommended it to all my horse friends for years. Thanks for saving that pamphlet

[@lewtoncole]

When I was a kid in the 40's and 50's, Francis the Talking Mule were my favorite movies!

[@katherinepoletto1547]

David, Thank You.i got my McGee in 72.McGee was my Brother.33 yrs we were together.i showed my Daugher to him in March,95.Love at First Sight.of course. Horses ARE Smart.Smsrter than Us,fo sure.Those of us who have been saved by.a horses Love. Are better people.McGee passed in 2003.i told Kaity cry your heart out now bcz after that you think of All the good things He did snd Laugh your heart out, feel him nudging you on your shoulder still. Serendipity and Obtuse are my two favorite words.i love your story of jim key.kat,ct.3=21.

[@judybarcenas530]

I wish Hollywood would make more true stories, than fiction.

[@grandmabarbs175]

Yes...all they can do these days seem to be makeovers of movies already made...the idiots!! LOL!!

[@miriamschiro1773]

judy barcenas ...NO I HATE movies that uses animals. They didn’t even tell the people the high stress they put animals through forcing them to perform a certain way 😣

[@coverboy1050]

I'm making an incredible true one at the moment.

[@miriamschiro1773]

Anthony Carrillo filmmaker 😡

[@coverboy1050]

@@miriamschiro1773 its an overwhelming passion of mines, if you search "Save Luis Alberni" you can see an interview on my other channel of my Nana talking about how she inspired me at 6 years old

[@MartaWomack]

I'm in my 60's but I've never heard about this horse. I grew up on an Egyptian horse farm and can verify that they are highly intelligent, but nothing like this magnificent being. Thank you for sharing this story

[@lijeposovagajic4553]

Depend what level of consciusnes has someone with animal...if you treat animal with respect e no abuse any kind.....animal become the best friend and you can speak by thought with animals....

[@robertkeys6688]

Hello Marta how are you doing and hope you're staying safe over there?

[@herrunsinn774]

09:08 "And he can make change". Heck, the kid working down at my local gas station can't even do that. 😅 😂 🤣

[@clarissesivyer-jones4429]

You are so right there needs to be a movie about this. We need more movies about what kindness and patience and love can do

[@susandowney2243]

Bill was raised by a wonderful man; he in turn grew up to be a wonderful man, and then came Jim Key and Monk...wonderful animals...kindness creates greatness, loved the story

[@liamroberts9047]

Hello Susan, How are you doing?

[@susandowney2243]

@@liamroberts9047 I'm fine thank you for asking

[@liamroberts9047]

@@susandowney2243 So where are you from?

[@amberhester2224]

Growing up, I had an Arabian stud horse. He was a very smart horse. Like Jim Key, he also would answer questions we asked him with head shakes, nods, & whines. He also would paw the ground to respond to us. Arabians are very intelligent & loving horses. I hope they make a movie about this horse.

[@chazzsnyder9484]

Yes my Arabian got upset and off standish when I would come home from college. All though he was always a little rebeal, Cricket was smart.. and might have had greater potential. My dad bought him from a rancher who's daughters out grew him. I know them well! I know those 3 girls spoiled thier 4H horse. He became pretty cool, and I morn that I was at college the day he passed in pasture of old age. We share a special bond to this day over the gift thier father sold us. And work...Cricket had skills!!

[@coachbronco]

Bingo! I worked with over 150 horses. I will say Arabians are well-communicated than any other breeds.

[@franny2070]

I ordered the book today from Amazon. As a horse owner I'm excited to read this story. Horses are amazing animals. I bet my grandma knew about Jim she would have been a child when he was so popular.

[@liamroberts9047]

Hello, How are you doing?

[@AlwayzADelight]

I want to see the movie focus on Bill's life before Jim, in addition to including this amazing horse. Bill's life is quite a story all on its own.

[@kenharris8743]

I agree he was the male version of Harriet Tubman

[@jpournelle]

I own a horse just like him. Others would call him a "pasture ornament." I know what he is. He is a person.

[@robertkeys6688]

Hello Jennifer how are you doing and hope you're staying safe over there?

[@itstheweather642]

" I know what he is. He is a person". This is the best part of the sentence! I agree.

[@gilldoyle3295]

Beautiful ❤ my Merlin is a person too ❤

[@arnebergsten6863]

@@robertkeys6688 1

[@robertkeys6688]

@@arnebergsten6863 How are you doing and where are you from?

[@alayamcgill7166]

The message here: Treat ALL animals with KINDNESS... And the world opens up....

[@richardquezada693]

I do I add seasoning and spices

[@kimmiek7064]

@KonI AmiN Because most humans are arseholes!!! Animals are amazing & intelligent, so much more than greedy humans!!

[@JohnDoe-dn7py]

Love that chicken from popeyes!

[@Punkin262]

@KonI AmiN Thank u

[@MyHeartForBio]

Your right! But some people will always stay blind... Gods creation is wonderfull and he made every animal with great love. We should care about our animal brothers and sisters.

[@barbaracole4314]

I had a beautiful paint horse growing up, I rode mostly bareback and he would read my body language, he also let my little dog ride on his back too.

[@liamroberts9047]

Hello Barbara, How are you doing?

[@charliebee4338]

🥰🐨♥️🇦🇺

[@susanurbanczyk9084]

Why don't we learn things like this in school? There is so much history that is inspiring and teaches kids that kindness, courage and creating a difference is more important than anything else. I have grown up with horses. I have worked with them my entire life. They are very special.

[@chengcangelosi6418]

I truly believe that when you treat animals kindly they will be your best friend.

[@garyfairman2805]

Your right all they want to do is please their owners..

[@adorable3817]

Well said 🥰 🙏 ....do you eat animals? 💚🌷✌

[@grimbleahoy]

Never heard of this before, but a very moving story. The 'dislikers' must have hearts of flint

[@mysnellvilleblog]

grimbleahoy or Hamtramck. Sorry, Michigan joke.

[@adorable3817]

Why even look at the dislikes? Who cares about them?! Why would you look at them? Or even acknowledge them?! Do you need negativity? Are you drawn to negativity?! You can watch a heart warming uplifting story and mange to find the negativity in it. And share it with everyone else. Bravo! Thanks for spreading it! I don't look at them because I don't need negativity in my life - and thanks to you! For your great focus on the negative! I now know how many dislikes there are. Ugh! I hate humans!!!!!

[@katieoreilly7846]

A dorable , You HATE humans & your telling someone else off for bein negative ,,,,, double standards me thinks ,,,,,

[@aretools]

I can’t wait to see the movie about the horse, I’m also intrigued at how great his people skills were to play cards and gain that much wealth and be on both sides of the North and south.

[@1cosmocat]

How the hell can this many people thumbs down this video. People never cease to disappoint me. This is a beautiful story

[@DavidHoffmanFilmmaker]

Thank you Cindy

[@chapri693]

Why people are disliking such a real and inspiring story, here in this world we can't trust our own blood, and there is a horse who is trusting human, a great story and lesson to learn ❤️

[@abel791]

Jealousy of Jim Key

[@KStewart-th4sk]

​@Charm301 Oh and how do you know it's a lie. Beyond your comprehension that there just might be a plantation owner with a teeny bit of humanity? How did this Black man Bill Key, make such a success of himself then? There had to be a positive in his upbringing. You are TOO close minded to accept it.

[@rocioaguilera3613]

Just ignore them. They want the attention their lives lack of

[@deborahgonzalezknight168]

Sound fantastic. Can't wait

[@bobbydale1938]

Why can't we just celebrate this great Man ? It is what it is , and was what it was !!!

[@braveboaz3997]

My horse Silverado was very intelligent. I told him one day, "go and find my brother, ". He put his nose on the ground and sniffed around a bit. The then walked over to the shed and stopped. I jumped off and looked in the shed. My brother was there!

[@danzbutrfly]

awww....so smart.

[@user-kv9mh9jw3t]

Rain man made me cry bless Jim key

[@beachbunny7256]

I'm a huge horse lover and never heard this story!!!! It's lovely!!! People today need to take the pledge!! Hope the movie comes out!! Thanks!!🐴🥰

[@davidcopperfield-notthemag397]

I LOVE HORSES! Riding our neighbor's mare as a child changed my life. Riding her instilled in me a warm feeling of safety and comfort. I recall that warm gentle feeling when I am upset. I can feel her to this day. I have kept pictures of horses around me all my life. Horses are a gift from God. 💙

[@HjCrawford]

Amen!!

[@zenbooter]

@ David Copperfield - not the magician. 👍

[@MIZZdarkerPerspective]

I so AGREE. I have been riding since I was three. They are intelligent, gentle, and most certainly loyal.

[@rosemariepersaud718]

😍

[@deborahwilliams9334]

They helped build this Nation!!

[@hairyjute]

Jim's kindness stemmed from the kindness shown to him

[@cathydwiggins7922]

Yeah...by a white slave owner, no less. Lots of slave owners...like my own ancestors...were kind to their slaves. That doesn't mean that the black slaves LOVED being slaves, but it was a hell of a lot better than what alot of black slaves experienced AFTER they were freed by Lincoln...who didn't give a f about slaves. He cared about SOUTHERN LAND AND MONEY and was willing to burn the South to get it. Once the slaves were freed...enormous suffering was unleashed for them.

[@trentstanley5475]

WOW !!! I'm simply blown away & Deeply touched by this story !!! I love animals ,, nature & especially horses.. I've always known & felt like they are more intelligent than we ever notice. Beautiful Jim Beautiful True Story.

[@jeffersonalford2763]

I'm a horse PERSON and even if your not this was a awesome story showing THAT if use you mind and hard work and patience he bought the man's home back shows that he was a loyal and compensate for life. Truly a great person and horse

[@nancydyer1684]

Mr Hoffman, owning many horses myself, I find that this story is phenomenal! I sincerely hope it is a "Movie" someday. I certainly want to see it!

[@bozodzakula1816]

Dear Nancy, Why are you waiting for the movie. You have many horses. Pick one "clumsy" and make another Jim. When I was a child, my family had a horse (South of Bosnia and Herzegovina-Europe, to be precise) who never had let any wolf to hurt either him or other horses that belonged to the family and neighbors. Also in the book Empire of the Summer Moon, it has been described how Kwanah Parker, the las Comanche chief trained his horse to help him to pick wounded worriors and bring them to safety. Nancy, you can do it. Good luck,

[@dragonstonegemironworkscra4740]

I concur. I've reared many horses in last fifty years. Some haven't the ability to learn more than rudimentary things. Others are rather entellegent

[@dragonstonegemironworkscra4740]

A few have. Been at least as intelligent as a 4 to 6 yr old human. That said I have not spent 24/7 with any of them. So in actuallity I could see one or more of the higher smart horses being capable of doing at least some of the things report to be capable by this horse. One mare I owned from birth to death 33yrs. Was capable of checking the mail by voice command. Going to certain other people's place to carry a msg and be sent home by the recipient. Capable of being taken away from her barn on property and quite literally slowing me to lay down and hold stirup and being told drag me to the barn and doing so without stepping on me dragging besides her. Counting to ten. Choosing her choice of food for dinner. That's pretty good for a horse if you ask me

[@daleemr]

@@dragonstonegemironworkscra4740 His mother was an Arabian horse, so no wonder he was so intelligent. For generations Arabian horses lived in the same tents as the owners and they are extremely smart.

[@nancydyer1684]

@@bozodzakula1816 Good idea! I actually have a horse that we saved at an auction a couple of years ago, and his name is "Jim"....

[@GOGOSLIFE]

That is a wonderful story! I`ve never heard of him before(and this is coming from a horse nut(when I was 10+ years old)). My mother got me a pony when I was 12 and I loved him more than anything! When I got older and unable to afford to board him anymore, I let him stay at the farm he had been living at for 12+ years, and he had his friends. He died about 30 years ago. RIP Comanche boy!

[@paulazemeckis7835]

Jeff: even though he had a big whole in his heart when u left him arranging him to stay at the same stable really helped him. I hate it when all these horses form attachments with both humans and animals and then they are just sold. Breaks my heart and the horses as well. Yes they are impacted when they are bounced from stable to stable. Yes they form attachments. Yes they have emotions. And they are very, very soulful creatures.

[@GOGOSLIFE]

@@paulazemeckis7835 You`re absolutely right. They are the most beautiful, loving animal on the planet!

[@LynneC44]

It sounds like poor Jim may have been what they call a “dummy” baby. They walk in circles as if in a daze. Recently they discovered that wrapping the colt tight and replicating the birth canal will snap the colt into reality. The tight wrap releases hormones that take the colt out of the twilight zone of being in utero. It’s very interesting. BTW my horse is VERY smart! They are amazing, wonderful animals.

[@sweetpea3472]

Swaddling... that helps human babies, too -- for the first three months.

[@blogtips3074]

Yes it's thought to be similar to autism pergaps high functioning. It's caused by the birth and the soul.

[@kittykitties4220]

Will they eventually snap out of it on their own if you don't wrap them up?

[@FrothingFanboy]

@@sweetpea3472 I am not sure that babies need any swaddling. It is normal for newborns to want to move their limbs. They are not in the womb anymore and it is OK if adjustment to this new world is slightly uncomfortable at times - that is what gets their growth and development going. Get them thinking they are back in utero and they will want to sleep way too much.

[@FrothingFanboy]

@@kittykitties4220 Good question!

[@kathygrosvenor4464]

David I’ve been a professional horseman (woman) for 45 years having had my first encounter with a horse at age 5. Through unimaginable hurdles I managed to make horses my life. I know firsthand the intelligence of equines. I’ve seen it all my life! Thank you for this astounding look back to a beautiful story of love and mutual respect. I love you for sharing this. I’m old now and this made me cry.

[@liamroberts9047]

Hello Kathy, How are you doing?

[@amylouise1996]

How incredible. This intelligent horse and his kind-hearted trainer may have forevermore changed the lives of animals all over the world. truly inspirational

[@robertkeys6688]

Hello Amy how are you doing and hope you're staying safe over there?

[@aylastockwell7287]

Yes! The world needs to see just how intelligent horses are! My stallion is only two years old and can play fetch, he can bring you a drink from a cooler, he puts his toys away in the toy box. He can sit, bow, lay down, give you a kiss, smile, the possibilities are endless if only we treat them with kindness and respect.

[@tracykees2711]

So true I own a donkey his name henry raised him from a baby to smart truly the things he do make me wonder

[@famhari4438]

It is true back home🇪🇷 if you lost on the difficult places on your way to go back to you place you give the charge by stepping next to your donkey he will lead you short way!

[@coachbronco]

It is so true. I once accidentally opened the gate with 12 horses coming in for their own dinner meals (during my "turn-in" duty). They all rushed inside the stall barn right away. 10 out of 12 horses knew which stalls that they are belonged to. I'm amazed they knew the specific stall that they are supposed to be reside at! Donkey included.

[@donnananar1556]

Just a beautiful love story Dave. The animals are better than some human beings! I love the story! Thank you so much my darling!🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@DavidHoffmanFilmmaker]

Thank you again Donna for your comment. If your resources allow, I would sure appreciate your using the THANKS button under any of my videos including the one you have commented on. It is something new that KZbin is beta testing and would mean a great deal for my continuing efforts. David Hoffman filmmaker

[@silvaharr5983]

My dear mother gave me this book and told me I had to read it shortly before she died. I LOVED it. It was an amazingly beautiful gift.

[@camerrill]

Read "Jim the Wonder Dog!"

[@silvaharr5983]

@@camerrill Thank you!

[@camerrill]

@@silvaharr5983 Jim was like a genius. I hope you love his story.

[@silva7493]

@@camerrill Thank you for reminding me, I just ordered it. I know I'm going to enjoy it.

[@keatsgipsy9991]

How special ❤️🌹❤️

[@teetarquin7012]

We had a horse named Major. My brother bought him when I was six years old and I learned to ride him bareback because we were poor and couldn’t afford a saddle. When we moved to the edge of a small town, our neighbor next-door let us keep Major in their fenced pasture. He would break out once in a while and would come up on our front porch and stick his head in our door. A reporter for the local newspaper happen to see him do it and took his picture and it was in the newspaper. He was the best horse you could ever imagine, so gentle.

[@TheKentuckylady717]

That's cute and believable.....like he's saying hi to you.....LOL

[@ancientonessanctuary1139]

Lucky to have had a soulmate in fur

[@donnaryland9976]

I’m so glad I clicked & watched this video. It’s so amazing how that man loved & nurtured that horse to be so talented. There are many parents that should learn from this . We all have the potential to be great if we are raised by loving , nurturing parents. Thanks for sharing this insight to this beautiful story.

[@diontury7585]

Fantastic story!!! Thank you so very much... I was told by a friend some years ago that horses, the same as dogs understand human speech. Now we know for a fact it is true.

[@runsontrails3091]

I had a horse who was a gentle small beautiful Arab. He was a stallion until I purchased him and I had him for 25 yrs until he was 35 yrs old. They are amazing animals. I was so privileged to have this wonderful horse. He had been a racehorse and was a backdrop horse for the Black Stallion movie. I still dream about riding like the wind. You can’t explain the feeling. I know in my heart that they also go to Heaven. God breathed the breath of life in them.

[@marianneoelund2940]

Not only will our beloved animal companions be with us in Heaven, we will be able to communicate with them as if by talking. I just hope they won't tell other people any embarrassing stories.

[@gailmork53]

Runsontrails the black stallion , my bestest fav

[@dorothymason8882]

This story is a real good teaching tool about kindness to animals.

[@bethhopsecger7110]

I read the book and it was excellent!! Even stopped in TN en route to vacation spot that year. Hope the movie gets made -- I'd go!!!

[@dorothymason8882]

@Prime Minister Justin Trudeau This is a fact, thank you for pointing that out.

[@dorothymason8882]

@@bethhopsecger7110 The scenery is beautiful, and the people are friendly.

[@jarrodbarkley7573]

dorothy mason AMEN especially these days

[@marahnatha5724]

The DVD should honor them by including a pledge to be kind to animals that kids could send to the Humane Society. I bet there would be more than 2 million.

[@teresathomas6860]

Since an infant I have loved horses, family quite poor so could never have one, feel like I had a love for them from before I was born, if I ever saw one in a field near where we lived I would have to go in the field and say hello, probably 4 years old at the time. Much older still cannot afford to keep horses but that love has never died.

[@liamroberts9047]

Hello Teresa, How are you doing?

[@jorgemontefusco650]

What a wonderful story. This man should have a venue for his work. I’d pay to see anything that he makes. Good luck to you.

[@KatJ3st]

I'm more impressed by his brilliant trainer/illisionist who was a fine empathic horseman and humanist. He was also a brilliant entrepreneur!!!

[@womanoftheozarks]

Exactly, JimKey would not have been famed if not for his brilliant kind master.

[@mystyyykweeen1573]

YES, very brilliant and kind, brotha who respected living things. His entrepreneurial spirit is goals, too

[@tonyamonk-mckinney6530]

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[@elizabethpeterson7165]

Love horses. Great story. Only doubted Jim Key's intelligence once, when he approved the Democrat Party. The party that founded the Ku Klux Klan and voted against the the 13th Amendment (abolished slavery), the 14th Amendment (citizenship of slaves) and the 15th Amendment (the right to vote.) Other than that, he was a truly amazing horse!

[@ryangranato5010]

​@@elizabethpeterson7165 Horse shit

[@MarkLada]

When I was growing up my grandpa had a horse named Roscoe that would let himself out of the barn and into pasture every morning.. He had to unlock and open the door to his stall, and then slide the barn door open.. When my grandpa figured out what was going on.. He cut a piece of pipe and put it between the sliding door and the wall, so the door couldn't slide open.. It took a couple weeks but Roscoe figured out he had to move the pipe to open the door..

[@bertsbug5757]

Then your dad was like f that off to the glue factory he went

[@mistyqqq]

Mark Lada we had a cow who would lift the chain up over the gate post with her nose and let the herd out of the yard. The only other cow that learned to do this was her daughter.

[@emerwatchorn6971]

This is such a lovely story. Its made my heart smile.

[@tonyabresee7944]

The farm I live on has a bunch of horses. I can't remember who it started with.... Possibly the stud Mr. But who ever started it taught it to several others. The stud found out if he bumped the bottom of the stall enough the latch would come up. Then he just slides the door open with his mouth. I have seen quite a few of them do it.... Only ever saw a gelding named rocky actually trying to work out how the doors on the other end of the barn work. I have so many videos of that horse going around the stall door trying to work out how that kind is opened. If you just bang the latch and make the noise he immediately grabs the door with his mouth and pushes to open it.

[@emerwatchorn6971]

Its so amazing. They are such clever animals. Bless them.

[@TheWoodWerker]

Thanks Mr. Hoffman for Sharing an absolutely AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL Story! You have such a kind Spirit Sir and the World needs more of that kindness! I enjoyed the entire journey! Have A Super Week!.....Gus

[@RickyJr46]

In her book "Beautiful Jim Key: The Lost History of the World's Smartest Horse", author Mim Eichler Rivas reveals how stunned she was to first hear about Jim Key, and wondered how on Earth such a tale could go untold. I've just started the book, and it's written in a style that is pure time travel. You are there.