Day By Day is getting worse DAY BY DAY

[@Sweet_N_Spicy2456]

We need to get authorities or somebody somewhere involved to get those horses taken away from the family. They quite literally are forcing their horses to go lame by refusing to get a new trainer and Sophie refusing to take responsibility to try and improve her equation. And once they don't want the horse anymore because they are "lame" they toss the horse away and the process starts all over again. It's neglect, it's abuse, and it's sickening. This needs to stop, now.

[@songbirds3712]

Laura’s sister is the animal abuse officer in DBD’s area….😖

[@bridgetveralidaine3761]

By law, there is nothing to be done. This isn't authority-worthy because it's sadly extremely common. Hopefully in a few decades, it won't be, but people still treat horses like machines. At least this is being discussed on a public forum.

[@courtney9899]

@@songbirds3712 there’s no way- how is Laura’s sister not pulling her up on this

[@shlingusdingus4174]

This is why we need better Animal welfare laws. Something would be done about this neglect if the neglect in question was considered such by law. Instead, animals are still seen as property, and as long as they continue to be, they'll continue to suffer.

[@Equines_and_Animals]

Unfortunately the law won’t do anything about it as long as the animals aren’t emaciated and had access to water.

[@chloexelyse]

Why will nobody acknowledge that Sophie's size is problematic? It's so bad for the horse. There's no way she's within the size limits for these horses. It's so wrong to expect these poor animals to carry her. And before I get accused of being fat-phobic, I myself am overweight, hence why I don't ride! I'm hoping to lose weight and begin. But I would never try to put my weight on a horse. So wrong.

[@Here_This]

Because no one dares to address the elephant in the room . As I wrote in my comment , Sophie needs to do an other sport , before trying to ride on a horse . It is plain abuse .

[@gnostic268]

I agree. I gained weight after having three kids and developing a chronic illness later on in middle age. I don't ride anymore (especially competitively) and I would only ride a Clydesdale at this point. LoL I just don't think it's fair to see some tall, husky cowboy riding a normal sized mule through hilly forests. No. Get a Clydesdale. P.S. I can't afford to feed a Clydesdale so there's that but until I lose weight I will not ride.

[@shlingusdingus4174]

I get that being overweight can be caused by a multitude of factors and is difficult to bring down, but no one should be accused of being fatphobic when the weight of the rider is or has become problematic. That's perfectly within reason to point out and address because ultimately that affects the animal.

[@annastrand5144]

Stating the obivous is not fat phobic, it's being truthful.

[@Lilee177]

Sophie's weight would be less problematic IF she could ride properly. Unfortunately her weight is causing additional problems because she has no ability to use her body correctly on the horse or ride correctly. Lady is a weight carrier and should be fine - again, if Sophie was not unbalanced and a bad rider.

[@cz1135]

The elephant in the room is that this girl cannot ride, is too heavy for the horse and the saddle is too small. She should not be jumping if she cannot properly sit a trot or comfortably ride at the canter. Yes, it’s defeating to be over weight and want to ride but if you truly love horses, you need to put the horse first.

[@Kitsune1989]

And what's worse too is that there ARE horses big enough to bare her weight. She just refuses to ride one appropriately sized. And as you already said. Basics first, THEN the more 'showy' stuff. It took a year before my instructor even let me canter on a line nm under my own control. It took almost 4 years before i was jumping even small jumps, because i couldnt get the coordination down on ground poles to give a proper release and not be left behind had i been actually jumping. Now i have a very firm foundation to fall back on so when i learn something new i learn it quicker as i dont have to concentrate on certain things because they're second nature now. I dont compete anymore after my old school horse died, i havent been able to return to the show ring even 15yrs later. But i still jump and do dressage, just not in front of an audience anymore. More trails now.

[@Asp47999]

She’s had horses for years and still can’t ride 😅

[@Maskof_Infamy]

Nah bro the elephant is HER

[@joannahillyard3006]

If Sophie can’t ride properly at this point she never will. She won’t work on her weight or body mass, she just wants to do as she wants and will damage yet another horse with her piss poor riding.

[@AccidentallyOnPurpose]

Honestly, I feel it is not too late to turn her around if the situation ever changes completely (which I doubt it will), but it is going to take a very long time to change all the bad riding habits.

[@jrmints80]

It's bigger than just changing her riding too. Sophie's riding is poor in large part because she has no real work ethic. This is why she keeps changing disciplines, as soon as she's asked to do work that's hard she wants to focus on a different discipline that she believes is less effort.

[@KimSpurre104]

It’s also mostly her mom

[@katherinekoza6536]

@@AccidentallyOnPurpose A dressage instructor would sort all the issues with Sophie's riding . Sophie would be made to start all over again from the beginning .

[@dragonstooth4223]

its nothing to do with weight. I've seen big riders who have an excellent seat. Its the fact she has no seat. I'm not excusing the weight of the girl ... I'm just saying the weight is nothing to do with her lack of ability to ride. she's never been taught how to.

[@alishal6031]

Laura is just rage baiting at this point at the expense of the animals and the kids. Absolutely awful. So glad you're continuing to call Laura out because it's so necessary to put pressure on her to get her to realize how wrong she is.

[@jadesilk]

She will never realize how wrong she is because she has a victim complex and is probably a malignant narcissist. What kind of a mother would use her own kids and their animals for attention and money? Laura will never change unless the consequences cost her more than she's getting out of what she's doing, but I don't foresee that happening any time soon, as nothing she's doing is strictly illegal. Despicable, but not illegal.

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

​@jadesilk Laura is already talking about getting a bigger farm just to be able to buy more animals. For the ppl who don't think she is a hoarder is unreal to me.

[@jadesilk]

@@coffeeandhorses7991 NOTHING, and I mean, nothing, surprises me at this point. If she were to announce that she was going to become a racehorse breeder with the goal of entering the Kentucky Derby, it wouldn't shock me. Just delusional.

[@AmandaTrips]

They seriously need to stop riding at this point. They can’t keep any of their horses healthy (lame wise) and who knows with what else. They should NOT be owning horses at all.

[@CrayolaCoffeeBean]

Or keep riding, but ride school horses in a controlled environment (aka ONLY in lessons). Or get a lifetime membership to Star Stable like I did cuz it’s safer and fits into my lifestyle better 😂

[@AmandaTrips]

@ right! She needs to get in shape (not meaning this in a rude way) so she can be better balanced and keep a positive / healthy life style, then seriously go to a PROFESSIONAL horse trainer.

[@carolinechew2432]

Thankyou.

[@tacknup]

@AmandaTrips she's not motivated to do it, and if she hasn't been up to this point, she probably never will and that's fine. Maybe it's more her mom's dream for her to ride well

[@qossl6727]

I don't understand the beating around the bush: this girl is too heavy to ride. And the worst thing is, she is not a only too heavy, she has no riding skills, and crashing into the horse's back with each stride is just abuse. Weight is always an issue with riders but being fat and no skills is abuse to the horse, and "jumping", good Lord, no!

[@tacknup]

I have to agree

[@BelElliotts]

Yes, and rides like she's a 150kg sack of potatoes.

[@WobblesandBean]

Yup. She's a horrible amalgamation of Varuka Salt and Augustus Gloop.

[@LoriFahy]

ooh exactly what I wrote in my comment too.

[@marie-michelleanderson2851]

So screamingly true and obvious!

[@mcoguyaj]

I don't care if people think that I am fat shaming but Sophie shouldn't be 250 to 300 lbs at 15 years old. Her mother needs to work on that before she gets more horses. If she has a medical issue that spend your money at the doctors and get her the help she needs if it is a psychological issue then get her the help she needs and if it is the kind of food that she is eating then fix that. A lifetime of obesity will end her life earlier than you think it is not healthy to be that overweight. There is no way they are abiding by the 20% rule and Raleigh is right if every horse she gets go lame then Sophie is the problem.

[@Sweet_N_Spicy2456]

I agree 100% in the most respectful way possible.

[@Ameliathehorselover2]

So true!

[@razorxbladezz]

Those horses aren't even trained properly, meaning not even 20% would be fine. More like 15-10% because of her poor riding.

[@Bloody_RedQueen]

YASS

[@bcgrote]

If Sophie is COMPETING IN A RING, shouldn't the FIRST THING on the judges' score sheets note that the horse and rider are not matched, i.e., rider far too heavy, rider struggles with basics, dirty gear, etc?

[@katherinekoza6536]

The judging does not work like that over there where they live . The judges sit in a box and just watch the riding . They do not physically go and look at tack .

[@Baldrianette]

​@@katherinekoza6536 But, honestly: you should see even from a far away box when rider& Horse don't fit or rider can't ride properly. First of all.

[@Aiden_Lunar]

@@katherinekoza6536lazy incompetent judges.

[@nancywalravens9098]

In my country when a horse is lame the are not aloud to compeet

[@katherinekoza6536]

@@Baldrianette It is the decision of the Judges on the day . I have stewarded for a few judges on the ground at horse shows ,and what a judge chooses is final . But that is here in Australia . How things are done in Canada is completely different to what I know . So even there in Canada ,the judges decision is final . Whether they see riding faults or not .

[@Mia_eqq]

“Sophie is unfit and can’t ride” Most.True.Sentence.Ever Thank you for finally saying it Raleigh Edit: tysm for all the likes!!!! My channel doesn’t even get this many likes

[@LostForessst]

She’s going on 16 but she may be emotionally and psychologically stunted if her parents are overbearing and sheltering with their viewpoints. It can take years to break away and develop an independent mindset if all she has is her family and their perspectives. Applying pressure can crack their hold over her or it could drive her further under their influence. If she ever sees any of your’s or other’s videos I hope she’s mature enough to think about the criticism and come to accept it for the sake of their horses. Something that bothers me in particular is I have a hunch she doesn’t have a genuine interest in real horses, or at least not now, which is fine, horses aren’t for everyone, but if she’s being forced into this lifestyle it could cause her to develop a negative association with horses which can foster lack of empathy for them.

[@janedeclarico5920]

Mom's only interest is turning a profit. Nothing else matters.

[@BK-is5fj]

Exactly! Some of us are also just late bloomers. We mature later. We’re all different ❤

[@lori2811]

She still doesn’t realize how much dedication it takes, she gets to sleep in and let Dad do it.

[@wolfyy664]

She’s seen the “hate videos” about people talking about them. As Laura and Sophie have both said. She just laughs at them I’m pretty sure. I swear Gabby is the only smart one in that family

[@katherinekoza6536]

I Doubt it very much . And just like Gabby ,Sophie may just grow out of horses as she gets older Gabby hardly rides any more and has little to do with Storm.

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

And lets not forget when 7 days after chino blew an absess they made him jump 3 ft at trillium. On two occasions he crashed into a jump!.

[@Ellie.4lifee]

This is honestly sickening, It hurts to watch this video because you can see Lady gradually grow lame over time. I remember when they first got her, and she was not lame at all. can't help thinking about how there should be a law against this. Is there one idk?

[@lori2811]

She was a perfectly normal horse, not any more.😢

[@Ailishbready]

10:50 “oH wE uSe ThIs MaTeRiAl” girl that a bloody yoga mat 😂😂😂

[@lilyclairmont]

"Lets be real... A veterinarian isn't going to fix the problem..............THE PROBLEM IS SOPHIE!" most true sentence I have ever heard!!!

[@aubreyshal]

Tbh the vet would refer Her to a doctor

[@songbirds3712]

In the last month or so their views and likes have gone down drastically! Rarely over 1000 views daily, coupled with less than 100 likes, and usually under 20 comments!! Their channel is failing. Too many people see what is going on!

[@songbirds3712]

Thanks for reading my comment, Raleigh!!

[@margaretporkolab7166]

I believe that the hate button should be used more and tallied. And shown

[@songbirds3712]

@@margaretporkolab7166 I agree with you 100%, Margaret!

[@margaretporkolab7166]

@@songbirds3712👍

[@meycoe]

imagine 250 lbs. slamming repeatedly on your back...what could possibly go wrong with that?

[@Addisens_ESSAS]

To them nothing could go wrong- even tho soo much could!

[@lesleywilbourne7823]

Especially when the saddle doesn’t fit so the 250 lbs are slamming repeatedly onto the wrong part of the saddle onto the back! It breaks my heart seeing that willing mare being tortured!

[@HorsesTravelVlogsJack]

My horse doesn't like it, this is why I have part baorders and ride a part draft Canadian breed horse that's 1400 pounds

[@Jesxaixx]

250 is generous 😭

[@Sky_idk7]

At this point I think they're just doing it for views because they know people will react response comment etc etc which makes them money Plus, they ruined two horses first Finn now Lady

[@loekecaviet]

They also killed two!

[@marybabler788]

And have killed how many two because of neglect

[@vinny1883]

If you look at their channel every video is clickbait. Laura needs to get off the internet for like at least a month and get away from animals forever.

[@Here_This]

That's what they show us . We don't know how many horses they also used for Sophie , but never showed .

[@none_ya001]

I took a look at their channel. I would definitely agree if they were getting decent views but, most of their videos lately aren't even hitting 2k views. Their views suck tbh. Especially for a channel with over 100k subs. They get paid based on views not subscribers. I think they are just ignorant. Imo

[@lexjohnson0803]

Denial. Laura is constantly in denial. They have been letting Sophie gallop in the field which is fine (to a degree) but they also let her ride in the road without high vis on, alone.

[@christensing2904]

I ride on a road without high vis I have since I was a kid.. don’t see the issue with that

[@songbirds3712]

@@christensing2904 they live on a busy 2 lane. Sophie doesn’t always pay attention, and she sometimes isn’t able to control Lady. If she would stay in the grassy area on the side of the road it wouldn’t be so bad. No matter what, she should wear hi-vis.

[@christensing2904]

@ I live beside a major highway even when I was a kid I rode across main highways and roads by myself I used to ride down to the shops and through the river and everything never wore high vis I never had a problem. No one in my town uses high vis on our horses there’s never been any need to

[@songbirds3712]

@ okie-dokie

[@mysticcreations-e5l]

@@christensing2904Don’t come crying when you and your horse get hit and the horse gets put down because a car failed to see you in time due to your refusal to make yourself and your horse visible

[@poniesatemypencils]

That poor horse... This family is a huge example of why sometimes I think people need to take a basic equine knowledge test before buying a horse....

[@IngridMcCallum]

This child is not too heavy, she is obese and quite likely morbidly obese. There are lots of equestrians who are overweight but have the skills and experience to ensure the comfort and safety of their horses. Being overweight as opposed to obese or morbidly obese are two different things and can lead to life changing and/or life threatening consequences. Until she gets the help she so seriously needs, she should not be involved in any sporting activity that requires the type of exertion that riding horses does. She is causing great discomfort and pain to her horses but she is endangering herself. She is too young to grasp the seriousness of this but her mother is not. Unfortunately for the mother, there is no fix for stupidity

[@Alytra6]

5:51 that trot and post has to be the most painful thing I've ever seen

[@SysterYster]

This parent is only concerned about her kids being happy, not educated or smart. She just doesn't wanna take the fights you need to take as a parent. Being a parent isn't about being friends with your kids, but being considerate and teaching them to be good people. She's not a good parent. And neither is dad, if he's in the picture.

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

The dad is in the picture and is just there to be bossed around by Laura. Do this, do that. Gee, I wonder how sophie became so rude.

[@Amelia-n7n]

I just turned sixteen years old i take lessons twice a week and am part of a rider levels program that’s teaches us the basics of horse care. For example (Saddle fitting, grooming, part of the horse, parts of the saddle, hoof care and so on and so on) I don’t own a horse and am no where near ready for that responsibility. I will admit before i knew better I sometimes watched day by day. As i advanced i realized how horribly their horses are treated and am disgusted by the fact they are not willing to make a change nor educate themselves on how to properly care for their animals.

[@katherinekoza6536]

Well said .

[@margaretporkolab7166]

I hope you also read their comments. There are some great knowledgeable and experienced people giving advice to them. Learn from them and ask questions if you do not know. Keep you mind open and write things down. Because later in life the info may come in handly. Many of us have been in this equine industry for many years. Try many disciplines. Because the one you start with may not be the one you excell in. Good luck in your horse venture.

[@Amelia-n7n]

Will do, thanks! 😊

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

I literally cannot believe youtube still has the video up of stella dying. Laura has filmed so many dead dying animals. Just today molly apparently got a mouse or rat and laura filmed the animal suffering. She also told bizarre a story that a " medical professionalsl" which must mean a vet, told her to put a living, live puppy in the freezer. How the hell does this sick in the head woman have a yt channel?. Can anyone report it?. I have tried so many times and nothing happens. She has filmed stellas death, chinos suffering, 2 dead rats, 1 dying mouse/rat ( not sure) a dying deer hubby ran over an injured duck. This women is gross.

[@chuchithesaxophone4785]

is the dog ok?? 😢

[@Alice123Hopesss]

That poor horse sweating like crazy 4:28

[@margaretporkolab7166]

Maybe diabetic or have thyroid issues. From experience

[@Raccoonboi634]

Sorry but “DAY BY DAY, IS GETTING WORSE DAY BY DAY” got a giggle out of me lmao 😂

[@Addison.eventing]

see she had western lessons in the past summer with what seemed like a very knowledgeable trainer that ACTUALLY made her work on the barebones basics. And sophie said the lessons were "boring" and then boom all of a sudden they weren't going to that trainer anymore🤯

[@Doxymeister]

THIS. So Sophie wants instant gratification with no work involved. Just wondering, did Sophie use Lady in those western lessons?

[@Addison.eventing]

@ no they didn't have lady at the time. She was on a very suitable lesson horse but still made sophie work and uses her aids correctly and obviously she didn't like that. She just doesn't want to put in the work EVER.

[@margaretporkolab7166]

​@@Doxymeisterno it was Storm. He was a western horse before. I believe Sophie would be much better western. Less hurtful on the horse. Sophie doesn't not want to improve.

[@krisillus5249]

I've had my horse for 6 months, and we JUST cantered for the first time. 😂 He hadn't been ridden in three years before I got him, so we've been taking things really slow and trying to build muscle. Also, he is a gaited breed (TWH), and yes, their heads do bob naturally when they gait, but it's very consistent and rhythmic. This horse looks uncomfortable.

[@mollieandthemustangs]

I bought my mare in October 2023. I haven’t been able to find a saddle that fits her yet so we ride bareback.. and I haven’t cantered bc one, I don’t have the balance for that, and two, she’s a green mustang so I wish not to die.

[@weasel1822]

Um… really not trying to he mean, but… isn’t Sophie a little too big to be riding a horse that size? Not making fun if a child’s weight, I’m just genuinely curious if I’m the only one who thinks she’s way too big to be riding a horse? Football and wrestling have weight limits, I feel like horseback riding would too.

[@appls_equestrian]

Oh she's definitely too big! I also don't mean to be rude but it's the harsh reality - the only horse she'd fit at this point is a large draft or a clydesdale, but they don't seem to want to come face to face with the truth :/

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

I live in Germany and we have strict laws. She would not be allowed to ride a horse in this country. There is a list of different breeds and up to which weight maximum the horse is allowed to carry. The norm is 15- 20% allowed.

[@SysterYster]

She's too big. Too big for those horses, and too big to be healthy. Shame on her parents!

[@kimstahl6833]

Raleigh you have no idea how I love your site on calling out people on their bad management of horses . Thank you so much for your care , spreading the word and hard work.

[@jadesilk]

I've posted on this topic before, so nothing surprises me at this point. Look at the bulk slamming down on that horse's back at the trot at 3:01-3:05. Can anyone question at this point why these horses are hurting and continuously lame? And a fifteen-year-old DOES know better, at this point. She doesn't care. The mother doesn't care. They care about animals ONLY for what the animals give them, not the animals themselves. Ridiculous.

[@Emmaa54347]

No but fr look how at 11:23 the saddle pad is almost levitating?? I judt turned 18, and am more aware than ever to make sure the horse I’m riding isn’t uncomfortable. This doesn’t look good at all. Sophie, you are not a child forever. Get a grip. See the truth, and take action.

[@mariaragnarsson8459]

.Finally you say what needs to be said, without sugar coating just the plain truth.

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

Yup loving every minute!

[@oakleytheduck]

Honestly the truth is probably just the simple fact that Sophie is too big to be riding any horses. Maybe a Budweiser Clydesdale.

[@wolfie1234100]

This pisses me off so much, there is a lady at my stables who us roughly Sophie's size. She rides just fine, also rights the right horses for her size.

[@PiperYeen]

Also. I'm going to go out on a limb and say that they're lying about having vets come out as often as they claim. If I had a lot of people calling me out, I would definitely provide some kind of proof that I'd been vetting my animals. Also applicable to the aleged chiropractor and massage therapist (?)

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

Laura lies about everything.

[@amyt2163]

Even if she did have a chiropractor come out and adjust that poor horse as soon as Sophie gets on all is ruined. Thank you for calling out all this BS!

[@LavenderLushLuxury]

Laura is a hoarder living her youtube dream by denying reality! great video girl sis 🤎🤍💙💜🐎

[@psychonauty2020]

do you think Laura was told the saddle was custom by the trainer she employed who told her it was and charged her double the cost online?

[@Doxymeister]

@@psychonauty2020 Since it appears the saddle is the same one they had for the pony, that would be unlikely--Laura specifically stated they had the saddle "custom fitted for Lady". And as Link pointed out, that brand of saddle cannot be "custom fitted", it's an off-the-rack model. LOL, they may told Sophie that, but if so she's the only one that's fooled by it.

[@krscartwright4951]

And before someone says "look she's bullying a child" no, she's right, the truth is hard sometimes, she's been kindly addressing this for years now, there nothing wrong with trying to help Sophie realize that's something is wrong. It's not harsh it's just reality

[@ksanurse]

You acknowledge yourself it’s a child you contradict yourself. Regardless of What the circumstances are she has no right to use footage without consent of the parents. And she knows if the child saw it would upset her. But worse than that the remarks she makes about the mother. It’s slander. You can’t say what she did it’s against the law.

[@mysticcreations-e5l]

@ksanurseActually it’s the opposite, Sophie has said on video that she reads “hate” comments and watches videos and laughs and finds it funny. Meaning she’s fully aware that she doesn’t fit that saddle and nor does it fit Lady but she doesn’t care, Sophie is as bad as her mother

[@ksanurse]

@ what else would you expect a 15 year old to say.?!

[@mysticcreations-e5l]

@ksanurse This “poor” 15 year old you keep defending has been caught on camera kicking her dog along with countless other acts of abuse but yeah keep defending her..embarrassing 💀

[@ksanurse]

@ you should be trying to help a troubled 15 year old not shame and humiliate her and her family. You make things worse.

[@Pony_eq1320]

I bet a lot of money that this “saddle fitter” is their “trainer”

[@lori2811]

Fake,fake, fake.?

[@katherinekoza6536]

Nope . Trainer has not said a word . Laura had a saddle fitter , but that person did not see Sophie physically ride in the saddle .Other wise they would have said the saddle does not fit the horse or rider .

[@lori2811]

You win!

[@SparkleJiggs]

My favourite part is them claiming in the beginning that Lady was Brandan’s “personal horse” and that he also used her in walk/trot lessons 😂 Nah it was a sales horse he had a couple weeks at the time and came from an Amish family.

[@jrmints80]

His little tantrum posts on the subject on his page too.

[@lifewithmegan3106]

Where can i read this? ​@@jrmints80

[@WolfOfSin]

I dont know why they keep going on about a custom saddle, because that saddle does not fit her any more let alone the horse. And after what, 10 years of lessons she still can't sit a walk properly let alone anything else

[@wannabe-British-tea-drinker]

And there’s barely any wither clearance!😓 I’m younger than Sophie and I made sure I got a properly fitted saddle when I got my qh Dancer. She needs to take some responsibility!

[@OkayKaylem1]

I'm a little older than Sophie, and the first thing I learned when I got my horse was to get a professional saddle fitter out, get regular chiro, build a top-line, etc. How Sophie has not learned this!?

[@janedeclarico5920]

​@@OkayKaylem1Because this family is clueless.

[@BK-is5fj]

@@OkayKaylem1 I wouldn’t do chiropractor. They often do more harm than good. I’d go with a massage therapist, or take a clinic on fascia release and T-touches you can do yourself. ❤

[@OkayKaylem1]

@@BK-is5fj My horse is old (22) and has joint issues and mild back problems, so getting her chiropractic work every 6 months or so does her well. She gets massages every few months as well.

[@Evy_Holat]

I think they need to be investigated. Their horses are always lame and overweight as well might I add. And when chino had Lyme disease they barely fed him and what they did feed him was moldy hay.

[@margaretporkolab7166]

Lyme disease is a very serious. Very horses will go off there feed.

[@KatyLilly]

I'm a big girl, all for big people being able to do just the same as any other person . BUT I don't condone abuse to an animal, I love horses.. I wouldn't dream of putting a poor horse or any other animal, through the pain of having to carry me, it's absolutely disgusting to see. She should be ashamed of herself!

[@Yourspottedequine]

I find it funny how Laura keeps saying she’s going to quit KZbin but never does and is still whining about quitting

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

She does it for attention 😂 so pathetic for a 55 yr old😅.

[@acidfreon160]

Sofie doesn't exercise, she's too heavy, her muscles are too weak. Because he doesn't exercise and is too heavy, he can't develop the right posture. She must understand that horse riding and jumping are sports and she must treat her body as if she were an athlete. Even the best horse will not provide her with results and progress if she herself is not prepared to ride.

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

So true and Brandon told sophie to start exercising and get stronger at home...in one ear and out the other! .

[@sharontalaga8668]

Absolutely, Sophie is just Lazy, she could care less about improving or helping her horse. I thought it was interesting when Sophie saw Finn at a show, he didn’t even acknowledge her. Hum that makes me wonder……

[@margaretporkolab7166]

​@@sharontalaga8668and horses don't forget their owners. No matter how long it is. I personally didn't see a horse for 12 years and he still picked up his head and whinnyed at me. Plus came over and put is head into me.

[@azureequus8045]

I think what is most infuriating to me about this situation is just how common it is to see in the Equestrian world DaybyDay just publicizes it and shares it to the world. But its not an issue just unique to them SO many people just want to skip steps in there equestrian journey and refuse to listen to advice from anyone that wont let them do what they want to do.

[@taylorhanks7994]

Such truth here.... So many people who don't know what taking it slow actually means, getting over excited and getting hurt or hurting their horse... It's so sad...

[@margaretporkolab7166]

Also do you notice they do not have any sponsorship for any products they use. Most of the channels i watch have sponsorship.

[@kimberleyjanemcnab5343]

As a larger rider, I feel that I can honestly say that they should get a horse suitable to Sophie's weight. Then they MIGHT actually get a horse that doesn't go lame...

[@katherinekoza6536]

Sophie's weight is not really the issue . It is riding and the way she rides ,and of course the biggest issue is the small saddle that is being used on Lady causing lameness issues .

[@aaaaaaaa-lb9lo]

@@katherinekoza6536 But it is an issue. It's a pretty big one that only exasperates the other problems she has.

[@katherinekoza6536]

@@aaaaaaaa-lb9lo In one way you are right . But as i said .. her Riding is part of the big problem and having a small saddle that she has had since she was around 9 and now she is 15 and it does not fit her .The saddle was used on their pony Finn who was no more than 14hh , Lady on the other hand is 16hh and a different build . I have also seen really BIG people who can ride very well with no issues .But Sophie is nothing but a sack of potatoes when riding .and she is only a passenger ,not a ridder .

[@vwynnr]

@@katherinekoza6536Her weight is an issue. She is much too big for the horses she is riding. I know many follow a 20% rule (weight of rider plus tack) but 15-17% is much more healthy for the horse. Furthermore Sophie is completely unbalanced and has absolutely no business jumping and bouncing around on a poor horse’s back.

[@katherinekoza6536]

@vwynnr Everyone knows that . Why don't you address these issues on the DAYBYDAY VLOGS.instead of telling me

[@MrsLynn-hy6fd]

"At this point I think they're just doing it for views because they know people will react response comment etc etc which makes them money" I completely agree with this statement. The video is very hard to watch. Horses actually do have limits to the weight that they can carry. A woman as big as Sophie should be riding a draft horse, could she ride. Sophie cannot. I felt the horses pain, having an unbalanced 300 lbs. flopping around on her back and banging her in the mouth. It is inhumane and unethical. Unfortunately it is not illegal.

[@user-wp8ng1xn8v]

Yes, you hit the proverbial nail on the head. Laura is only posting for the views. I actually thinks she enjoys inciting negativie comments.It’s absolutely disgusting how she cares for those animals. I believe she has borderline hoarder personality.

[@lori2811]

@@user-wp8ng1xn8vDefinitely!

[@lori2811]

Very well said, I totally agree agree.

[@pinkminipuff]

I think someone in a previous comment typed that Sophie looked like a sack of potatoes. She really does. She is too overweight for that horse. I am also still too overweight. I want to learn how to ride. I get it. But we have to put in the hard work first before we can do things we want. I think Sophie will need to do this. Her mother is no help at all.

[@HonestEQ]

She was lame on the front end too, back when they were showing her. I feel so bad for this poor horse. She’s so tolerant and would be wonderful in the right home. She started the horse on previcox, she casually mentions it in a video not too long ago.

[@littleboy878]

I remember in an older video Laura was bribing Sofie into getting the horse to trot by telling her that they would get Mc Donald’s afterwards.

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

Gross on so many levels

[@namra-v8x]

This situation is completely unacceptable. It's shocking that the trainer is still allowed to teach while they consistently deceive their viewers and, quite frankly, mistreat their animals. Additionally, the hygiene of that stable is appalling; it’s filthy and intolerable. I can't overlook this any longer!

[@sharontalaga5924]

THANK YOU, THANK YOU RALEIGH FOR ACKNOWLEDGING FOR WHAT WE HAVE SEEN AND SAID ABOUT SOPHIE. THANK YOU SO MUCH, BECAUSE THEIR FAN BASE IS SO YOUNG AND IMPRESSIONABLE.

[@MaraMarshall]

Watch in two months it’s gonna be “MEET Sophia’s new horse.”

[@ShowJumperRed]

Seeing Laura trying to shim Lady’s saddle with cutouts from a yoga pad is just giving me the ick… The whole situation is just so awful, feel so bad for the horses there.

[@katedj143]

seeing this video makes me grateful for being a gentle rider. love your videos, they help me a lot!!

[@catherineobrien1160]

she's literally destroying ladies back and sophies making it worse for lady

[@Thats_ReallyIt]

As a rider who is close to her age, I think it's definitely important to call the rider out. It's your job as the rider to make sure your horse is comfortable and understands what you're asking of them. Reading a horses body language should be one of the first things you learn!

[@margaretporkolab7166]

They have no clue on any of these things

[@AnimalAntics593]

Time and time again you always speak the truth about literally every person you talk about. You are the best KZbinr that spreads the most awareness about animal abuse that I’ve come across. Thank you for your videos.❤️ I hope that these people get their horses taken away…. Those poor horses don’t deserve that. Horses are very easy to read and be able to tell if they are in pain. My friends (who have no equine experience whatsoever) even said that Lady looked like she was in pain. I bet Laura knows about them being at fault for this, but honestly doesn’t care. I’m shocked that the trainer isn’t correcting this family’s behavior.

[@Gorlcaptain]

The bouncing down on the back during every canter pace😨 your horse’s back hurts!!

[@DeniseGallagher-zw8jv]

This young lady, Sophie is way too overweight for any of the horses she has ridden. Add to that the saddle was way too small from the poor, lame pony days. Shame on her mother for allowing this. She should encourage some kind of weight loss program and a new horse trainer for sure. Such a pity Laura is living vicariously through her kids. Rant done thanks Raleigh 15:03

[@margaretporkolab7166]

Sophie doesn't want to learn from anyone that makes her do whats right. Sophie cannot take criticism or anything that is constructive. Whereas Brandon let's her do it her way. I have seen him correct it and work on it till she gets it. Then as soon as his back is turned she is right at it again.

[@ashleyling7953]

This is so sad, because Lady is such a beautiful horse .. and she was such a beautiful mover.. she had a gorgeous stride

[@lori2811]

I know, makes me physically sick.

[@katherinekoza6536]

Operative word was HAD . Sad that is no longer the case .

[@ashleyling7953]

@katherinekoza6536 I hadn't watched their channel for a while now, when they first got Lady... now I see the clips of her here and I'm like.. omg wth!?

[@ashleyling7953]

@@lori2811right?

[@Thea.Gracee]

I want Day by Day to go to a show and get scolded by a judge or something for having a lame horse. At my local shows, if a horse is lame, they get pulled out of the class and given a big talk about not showing lame horses, and how to spot lame horses.

[@margaretporkolab7166]

You are right. I do not understand there judging up north. If I had a horse that was like it would be pulled.

[@waldacaulkins3030]

A "custom saddle" is never going to work when the rider's weight is that high. I'm nowhere as big as she is, and I would never try to do what she is putting those poor horses through. 😮😮😮😢😢😢

[@BreGodfrey.eq07]

I was at the hunter show they took lady to in October, honest to god they looked kind of ok in their warm up compared to what I had seen them post and then they got into the ring for their round and I was like yeesh… that horse was not ready to be jumping and neither is the kid. That being said finding a new trainer as a 15 year old isn’t completely her decision as her parents are likely paying for the trainer and everything. She definitely has a level of responsibility to take here but also we have to think of the hold her mother probably has on her at this point and how she’s been manipulated through her life. As someone who lives in the area there is definitely not a complete lack of good coaches in their area and they do have options, Laura is just sticking with the one who won’t tell her what she’s doing wrong and will just go with what she says.

[@Kris-ib8sn]

15 is still old enough to know you simply do NOT ride with an improper fitted saddle and that your hurting your horse.

[@aaaaaaaa-lb9lo]

@@Kris-ib8sn Not even. She hasn't been really told anything else anyone except people on the internet, which then her mother jumps to "defend" her while agreeing with the commenters but never speaking to Sophie herself. She can only know what she's learned, and she hasn't had good teachers, so she hasn't really learned, and therefore doesn't know.

[@DragonDrawingsMightyE-Lord]

As a person who is working up to being a vet, and working up to owning a horse, as a vet, if I were to think anything like this was going on, I would absolutely lose my goddamned mind. I would have those horses rescued from that family if I could. Hell, get rid of all of their animals. That cat’s enclosure just- oh my god, man

[@Thatonehorseygirl-p4x]

Day by day is seriously so slow, (in the brain) like the horses are clearly lame, she is obviously lying about the “fitted saddle” and the “horse chiropractor” it’s just sad 😢

[@wtfamiwatching7023]

As a 14 year old rider training a young green ottb, this is in NO WAY going slow. I’ve had my mare for 9 months and we haven’t even CANTERED yet. I don’t get how people are so blind and oblivious

[@ola-rh6yt]

its the fact that they dont seem to learn is really concerning

[@jordyn0]

i love that they lie and keep buying horse upon horse, animal upon animal only for them to not be taken care of and to go lame. its insane that they do such things but don't have the effort to ask a vet and a true saddle fitter come out.

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

Not wanting a vet has everything to do with Laura's narcissistic personality .

[@jordyn0]

@ very true!

[@Everything_Equestrian]

When I was like YEARS younger than Sophie, I recognized that my trainer was not good. I stood up and told my mother that I was not going to that trainer anymore. My mom knows basically nothing about horses, but still realized the discomfort and pain that my old trainer was causing to these horses. Cmon Laura, it’s not that hard

[@LizbethStringer]

So sad...in so many ways. This child is going to be in therapy the rest of her life when she finally wakes up to the abuse her parents have put her under, and the abuse that Sophie herself has done to the horses she has ruined.

[@margaretporkolab7166]

Ruin only by her writing ability

[@Pumpkin-b4e]

That girl bouncing around on the lame horse makes me scream! Bad, very bad for the horse's back. She is over weight especially for a teenager, I feel soooo sorry for the horse. Yes the saddle is for a "Smaller" person and does not fit the horse or her heavy bouncy bottom. Time to save the horse's from these careless people. Poor, poor horse's and animals & the place is filthy too.

[@ladylioban4079]

Not to shame bigger riders, but sophie is quite clearly not very light nor balanced at all, she should have a chunkier type horse something thats more of a a weight carrier + she needs to lose weight + she needs to go back to basics. A bigger person can ride they just need to be more balanced than say a skinner rider especially on a finer breed like a thoroughbred or a sports horse

[@marydewar5675]

Sophie should be doing running laps around their farm every single day, plus sit ups, etc. Please Laura stop encouraging the sugar diet.

[@eviesso4214]

say it louder!! It’s also concerning how gabby is fit and healthy and Sophie isn’t.

[@marydewar5675]

@eviesso4214 if there is something wrong with Sophie then it is surely worse for her to keep putting weight on.

[@mysticcreations-e5l]

@@marydewar5675Nothing other than being lazy and having a terrible diet, Laura loves to try and act like Sophie being ill when she was 4ish suddenly made her as big as she is now

[@eviesso4214]

@@marydewar5675 exactly. I think it’s so sad that she’s just being let to destroy herself and Laura isn’t doing anything. I think it’s for monetisation as Laura knows people will disagree with people of her size being allowed to sit on a horse. Idk tho, hopefully she loses some weight in 2025

[@margaretporkolab7166]

​@@marydewar5675could be stress from having a mother like Laura.

[@Krisser-oj9br]

Raleigh I have watched your videos for many years, and I am for ever greatful for every video you have made! I learn so much from you, and it is amazing that you would never sugarcoat the truth! I just wanted you to know how much you help me, to be a better rider, and understand horses body language and so on, just thank you❤️

[@laurakesler3055]

Let’s be honest, that girl is way to heavy to be riding. Saddles way too small, her butt hangs over the back. Her hand position is horrible and her unbalanced posture makes her yank on the horses mouth. I say diet , new trainer and new saddle should be the New Year’s Eve resolutions.

[@oakleytheduck]

Exactly! She can’t even lift herself out of the saddle for the posting trot. Smh. 🤦‍♀️

[@flufflewarrior]

Something I'm always worried with my horse is his back. Seeing Sophie smashing into the saddle drives me nuts. I fully blame Laura for not helping her daughter and give her a proper chance. How little empathy can you have? She is abusing these horses and putting her daughter in the center for everyone to lock at her mistakes.

[@her-equestrian_]

This is 100% their fault! It makes me so mad!

[@oakleytheduck]

And then if one of the horses gets tired of the abuse it’ll buck her off and be considered “dangerous” and sent off to a kill auction. It’s a disgusting cycle that is unfortunately very common nowadays.

[@Equines_and_Animals]

0:58 I have to disagree, she likely does not have a choice whether she participates in the videos or not, it is her parents running the channel and who have control over her life and are exploiting her childhood

[@jrmints80]

She has her own tiktok and shares videos there, she seems to have no issue with it.

[@Equines_and_Animals]

@ I didn’t know, thanks for informing me. She could still be under the influence of her mom but it’s impossible to tell

[@ash_g8st944]

@@jrmints80 how to we know that her parents are not making her do it?

[@jrmints80]

​@@ash_g8st944if you saw them it's pretty obvious.

[@aviiraveyron3107]

All family channels are a cardinal sin.

[@drp7962]

I've been saying for a couple years, this family should not have any of the animals they have, they don't take proper care of them!

[@DaniW-s4x]

This girl is gonna get another horse after Lady gets so lame they don’t want her anymore… it is so sad that they are ruining these amazing animals just for their kids to have joy rides. This girl gets a new horse more than a new pair of shoes

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

Lol, I love the comment about the shoes. Laura hardly provides sophie with the basics in regards to properly fitted clothing and shoes!😂 and proper hygiene products. Like nail clippers, nail file and shampoo.

[@klmMalaney]

Kid can’t ride. Period. Not everyone is cut out for it. End of story.

[@margaretporkolab7166]

She could if she put her heart and soul into it. Also into herself for improvements. She is the one in control.

[@EquineLover-ASMR]

The fan art everyone made is so cute 😊

[@FrenchFrog-mk6uw]

I sent her some! I’m so exited I hope it gets there 😢

[@EquineLover-ASMR]

Aww that’s so awesome! I wonder if I should send some also because I love to draw!

[@FrenchFrog-mk6uw]

@@EquineLover-ASMRyou should!

[@loving_gardener]

Im going to just go ahead and say it. I can’t STAND family vlogging channels in general. Recording your kids and posting them online to strangers for views is so disturbing in my eyes.

[@m.a.w.]

At a certain point- if you are responsible for the care and well being of an animal. You need to take responsibility. Lady is SOPHIE’s horse. Not her mom. Not a stable. Her’s. And if she doesn’t put the time and dedication and care into raising a horse she doesn’t deserve one. Being a pet owner is a privilege. Being a horse owner/rider is a privilege. And if you cannot afford for the care and health of your animal you shouldn’t own one. Full stop.

[@eglebielskyte8118]

Laura is really irresponsible, and doesn't care about her daughters riding, only for the views and likes. Doesn't care about the horses health, muscles, saddle fit and over all health. And a bonus point, doesn't care about other animals too. The cages are small, dirty. And how can she talk about massage therapist and chiropractors if she can't even clean out the bunnys cages! And not talking even on Sophies riding, doesn't want to chage trainers all bc don't want to start all over again from 0

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

Agree with everything, except they don't have bunnies!

[@mariadangeloart]

I also blame the people who continue to watch her videos. If they stop watching she will stop earning money and getting attention (positive or negative) and then hopefully stop putting her horse through such abuse. This person should not be allowed to have animals.

[@itachianddrakenswife5418]

I’m honestly so done with them. It’s an obvious pattern of getting a horse, the “trainer” trying to “help” Sophie which obviously isn’t working because she hasn’t improved at all and it’s been years, and then they just get rid of the horse. That horse could be going to auction or a bad owner. It’s just so sickening to see this kind of behaviour. I’m ashamed to even call them human.

[@jessicanelson-88]

I can't understand how anyone can watch them. it's a trainwreck

[@catneedham4913]

I don’t know either. And I know it’s unscientific, but every woman I’ve ever dealt with whose tongue looks too big for her mouth who non-stop chatters has been batsht cray cray and a narcissist

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

​@@catneedham4913lol. I have always thought Laura's tongue is ginormous 😂😂😂😂😂

[@lori2811]

@@catneedham4913😂 👍

[@lori2811]

I want to see that Lady is okay after they have their jollies.😢

[@user-wp8ng1xn8v]

Yes!! Is it any wonder why Sam and Gabby wear the headphones? Laura’s incessant yapping would drive me crazy.

[@LailahMoten]

THANK YOU! Everyone is passing it off as her breed but NO NOT THE CASE!!!

[@TheHarpExplorer]

If overweight people sitting on horses is fatphobia, then adults sitting on ponies is adultphobia.

[@cyflym11]

I don't necessarily see anything wrong with adults on ponies. Firstly not all adults are big. Secondly a lot of pony breeds are bred to carry heavy loads and have the bone for it. A highland pony can carry a 12 stone stag down a mountain no trouble and Dales ponies were bred to carry lead, fuel and ore from mines to the coast - to give two examples. I'm not talking about those awful videos where some lump thinks it's funny to sit on a Shetland but people who want to ride and compete their ponies properly. I don't like to see anyone who is obviously too big for their pony (especially weight-wise) but a lot of adults are light enough and a well built pony can take up a lot of leg so the rider looks fine.

[@landofsweet101]

I'm not trying to shame but I feel like Sophie is getting worse as a rider, her back isn't straight and it seems like she's not that into horses. Also she looks like she's getting bigger. But maybe it's the jacket. However if your gonna ride.. you need to be healthy and fit as well as your horse. Riding is a privilege not a right.

[@Addisens_ESSAS]

It hurts that YEARS ago when they started this channel I LOVED it but there I see what they were doing I IMMEDIATELY stopped supporting them and NEVER watched again, this is sickening

[@princesszobrie4683]

10 second Google search tells you CWDs have foam panels,as someone who owns a foam panel saddle, my horses back changed and now i can't ride in my dressage saddle because you can't adjust the panels in any way so they just blatantly lied about it

[@Ameliathehorselover2]

I don’t understand how every single horse that Sophie has had in the past always had a problem turned out lame wasn’t a good size or was to young

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

Bc of Laura's bad decisions. Her feelings must be very hurt, no vlog today😅

[@hannaha4305]

@@coffeeandhorses7991 Laura is all about Laura, her vlogs are just really junk posting, nothing really changes and the girls don't hardly ride much. She just has nothing better to do than keep a menagerie of animals that "stress her out" so she has something to moan about and vlog over, without it there would be no content. She will be lost when the girls grow up enough to do their own thing.

[@coffeeandhorses7991]

​@hannaha4305 you should see their pathetic q and a. She full on complained and said if she could get rid of any animal it would be daisy. Well Laura you already got rid of Sophie's horse! Laura is such selfish, lying, fake pos

[@Ameliathehorselover2]

Yea I guess she just doesn’t care at all

[@VtubingFurryHuskyThatDoodles]

the way the saddle pad is pinching the poor horse I cant even begin to express how upset I am

[@rorybooth4923]

To be honest, I don't think she's able to ride ponies at all, it always seems like they don't buy horses from a legitimate breeder, but from the looks of it, a lot of the horses look like they were ripped straight from pony rides at the county fair to be delivered to those lying swindlers' farm. They're not even good farmers as well, guess how many ducks they neglected and killed. As someone who is both a farmer and horseman (a shepherd who herds sheep on horseback), this is just tragic and excruciatingly painful to watch.

[@Dawn-nd1fl]

Normally I'd say a 15 year old is old enough to take responsibility for their actions but after seeing dbd video New Years day where Sophie spent 20 minutes trying to take out the wheelbarrow of manure through the door that kept slamming shut and couldn't figure out to put something to hold it open or ask her twit mother to hold it open I question her mental capabilities. A 5 year old would figure it out yet this 15 year old didn't have a clue then you got her dumb mother filming thinking it's funny. Nothing funny about your child at 15 not being able to figure out something so simple as to use the bucket beside the door to hold it open which her father did instantly. Not a lot of intelligence in this family.