Day Seven with a Wild Mustang//Player's Choice Mustang Makeover 2020

[@jeanfish7]

I wouldn't describe this mare as " cute" she is a beast to be reckoned with. Smart, wily, strong...she is ALLOWING herself to be gentle. She knows a good thing when she experiences it.

[@patientv]

Naming suggestion: "Reina" This horse is a queen, she knows it & we know it but instead of calling her queen or queenie.. I think spanish translation "Reina" would be quite lovely. .... Hit the like button if you agree & let Sam know

[@NVHunter]

Czarina is another name that would be good. It is pronounced without the "C".

[@samscorgie3484]

love this name! :D

[@SamVanFleet]

Awh no, I already know a few mustangs named Reina. Great name though!

[@patientv]

Your fans & hers will be happy with whatever you choose. Cant wait for the update!

[@jeanfish7]

Sam, thank you for the longer vidios...the training process with this mare is very interesting.

[@melanieshannon00]

Thank you SOOO MUCH for all your hard work and awesome videos. Your methods are absolutely beautiful.

[@SamVanFleet]

Thank you ❤️

[@nancyramsey7013]

Thank you for explaining why you do what you do. It helps to understand how the exercises apply to real life situations. There is a reason for every move you make. She's coming along and you are very good at what you do.

[@lovejuliet4969]

Confident she is!! I admire her strength. What's awsome about horses like this, is that they choose you. They dont give you any other options if they dont like you. I've worked with horses like her, not a wild mustang of course, but these were my favorite horses to work with. In the end they will walk through fire for you, take care of you and strut around like there carrying a queen on there backs. I see that with her. Can't wait to see her future progress, your doing an amazing job🤗💗🐎👸👑

[@samie1253]

I always wonder what is going through a mustangs mind. Cause I would be very confused. Also GREAT job with her She's doing great.

[@shyogaming2378]

I love the longer videos, you get to see the day to day change in her.

[@rockynsonya135]

Love your vidoes!!! Maybe you can make a Meet My Horses video. To learn more about your horses, their breds, how you got them, age, and what you do with them.

[@SamVanFleet]

I would love to make a video like this! Thank you!

[@dianironfeather7785]

I'm extra fascinated with this video because I've had horses throughout my life, and every one always acted dingy in the wind. They were sillier, more playful, and acted like errant children. I am all about enjoying the ride. There is nothing joyful about having to correct your mount the entire ride. This horse is so intent on paying attention to you, that she is completely ignoring the wind. I find you extraordinary. I love these videos.

[@elliechildress9115]

She’s doing great to only be on day 7!!😍

[@TheWatanna]

Wow. Is this the same Mare from 7 days ago. I realise with her that you have to proceed with much caution, but you have done wonders with her already (as well as watching your back). lol. But seriously well done. Thank you for posting.

[@SamVanFleet]

Thank you!

[@TheWatanna]

@@SamVanFleet You are most welcome.

[@samie1253]

I'm doing liberty for my 8th grade project with a mustnag! I'm so exited.

[@tag6982]

You’re doing an amazing job. It was great to see her often with her back leg relaxed. Thank You for posting these videos. It’s incredibly interesting and informative.

[@ParisSophieEquestrian]

You are incredible, Sam. In total awe of you, and this mare has such a powerful and strong energy. You are amazing

[@inspiredclips8245]

Thank you for the longer and shorter videos. This horse's gentling videos have an added measure of suspense. Your narration is so helpful! You reply very thoughtfully to the questions and that takes allot of time too. Thanks again! Laural

[@alexwiles7478]

Whew you have your hands full with her!

[@bryanlund9098]

This mare literally challenges you. I wondered how you would get through to her and it is so satisfying to see her small yields add up. I see you I both interpret each other and then reach understanding. Thank you for the voiceovers. I love the longer videos. You are so tuned in.

[@goster4070]

Thank you so much for this video! Looks like things are going good, I'm so happy for you! We understand that it takes time to edit videos, so don't worry about things. Just see what you have time to give us, as your priority of course is your Mustang. ;-) Love the 20 min videos with the voice over, just in case you were wondering. Good luck!

[@dianehutcheson5931]

Awesome Sam 👍🏻🙌🏻😊 she’s a beautiful mare 🐴 💕, you are doing a great job 👍🏻😊

[@rowdyhunt5938]

Excellent progress. Just a quick question if you wouldn't mind as you have spent a good amount of time with her. I understand its still early days with her but how does she react to other people? Having been around head strong, confident and very intelligent horses they can tend to be a one person horse while tolerating others they are usually more comfortable and relaxed with just the one person they have bonded with and accepted. She is doing very well, and handling everything and its good to see both of you relaxing and connecting.

[@doththesloth2022]

yes, my bet is she's probably going to testing every new rider, before she decides to give them respect xD

[@SamVanFleet]

Hi, great question! She only tolerates me. Two days ago she was still pinning her ears and taking a quick step towards other people passing on the outside... and she’s dominate towards other horses through the fence

[@Thatsonehorsegirl]

@@SamVanFleet will you get anymore horses or a horse to own?

[@rowdyhunt5938]

@@SamVanFleet I hope at the end of the make over you are able to hang on to this mare. I would love to see her progress in a year or two with you. I would be willing to chip in to a crowd funding type situation to help you hold on to her.

[@rivaldisaputra9911]

We wong gendi

[@alexboies1227]

I was just thinking about how time consuming it is to make the videos, let alone train. I think what you’ve decided to do is right on. You are such an incredible trainer. Love learning all the reasons why you do such and such. Super informative. I think for the most part we all appreciate every single second you put into these projects. Thank you so much! I also realize my shortcomings, because as I view the videos, sometimes I think “well, she’s not going to get aggressive”, and then she does...maybe I need some one on one training myself...I have been known to bite a bit, but most times it’s donuts! Thanks again Sam!

[@swg6443]

Sam, you are an extraordinary young lady! I love watching these videos from the Isle of Man, which is a long way from the USA. I'm just learning to ride again....it seems this mare is more difficult than your other mustang's, is this so? Great job, wonderful videos, thank you so much x

[@SamVanFleet]

Thank you so much! She's just very different from my others... but they're all unique in their ways!

[@swg6443]

@@SamVanFleet Ah! I see. That's really interesting. Amazing how a totally wild horse responds to love, kindness, care and consistency. You are doing a truly wonderful thing! I am learning to ride again age 48. Its very inspiring to watch your interaction with these beautiful mustangs. Thank you x

[@mustanghannah]

She is an amzing girl!!!! You really lucked out on getting her!!!

[@joanneturnbull5640]

Hey 👋 no charging today👍becoming quite the chill girl,that shlurpy tongue at the end😘love your work Sam 🤗

[@bloomfieldhorsemanship7016]

You’re doing a great job with her! Good work Sam 😁 I love your videos

[@redshorse]

Great work,enjoyable, well filmed with good sound. Excellent!

[@thead3606]

she is handling everything so well!! good job with her

[@lindasmith3136]

This is so interesting and inspiring to watch for many reasons but the main thing for me is this mare isn't a pushover. Building trust and a bond is everything at this point. Really appreciate your talent and patience here. So many people would try to rush the process and I don't think this mare would respond well to force. She is a fighter and would have become mean to protect herself in my opinion. By your methods, she is not being "broke", but learning to understand and handle her new surrounding and lifestyle. Looking forward to each video, thanks for sharing your training.

[@SamVanFleet]

Thank you!

[@arthurshat7793]

Excellent progress! I like this wise, confident little mare!

[@sophiaschmid9055]

Awwww i'm so happy with how well she's doing!!🤗❤️❤️😁😁

[@AriShroom]

She's getting so good! such a great mare u got, I really like how confident she is, she slowly gets the idea to not challenge u haha

[@daledundee466]

I wish I had your patience, doing a great job.this one will turn out fine.

[@kerielwatson3197]

Love the drinking shot at the end there XD

[@jackiedejoe956]

Thank you for sharing your journey with you mare. She is some horse and I admire her. I wonder what she thinks of being captive ... all so strange .. but if food, comfort and safety are a horses main concern ... it would reason she would like once she understands she is safe. If you should sell her she will need to go to a specific match to keep her dignity and feeling safe.

[@SoTheAdventure]

Nice job! This was incredible to watch💜

[@SamVanFleet]

Thank you!

[@TheSteelpony]

Great job with the mare! With her lovely neck and floating gaits, can you envision her doing dressage?

[@CowgirlGoneJumper]

I normally love geldings but I love that mare!

[@yuhturtles2818]

stop projecting your sexism onto literal animals

[@arthurshat7793]

emilia turtles Huh?

[@rebeccamartin9664]

She really is coming along nicely. Thanks for taking the time to share. I think you picked a awesome one.

[@cinchitup42]

She looks like Latte to me or Chai fun to watch thanks for sharing👍🏽

[@kirsty4187]

I turned my youngster out in it for the second time to get used to it on his own and he started bucking 😞, good work 💕

[@juliagray207]

She is a nice mover! She carries herself in the trot really well. I'm sure she would be great at any discipline, but I bet there is some real dressage potential in there

[@tejatheslayer1586]

It looks like you made big steps forward and in the right direction :) I hope you can keep it up!

[@sandrabosch8531]

Sweet ending with water hose 🌺🌹❤️

[@fantellerhur]

aaaa the water drinking at the end !!!!! what a sweet girl

[@rainwater739]

How many hours do you work with the horse each day?

[@donnakinsey9703]

Binging on your videos! Great work! Do you think leaving stirrups down on an English saddle for this kind of training is too much? I have 5 greenies that I am working with and I struggle with trying to decide if they should learn to ignore the banging or if it’s just not fair. I usually take them off if the training session is going to involve more than a walk. I’d love to hear your thoughts on this. Thanks for sharing your training with us all! 💕🏇🏇🐴🐴🐴

[@SamVanFleet]

You can leave them on 🙂 my saddle was just deconstructed at that moment so they just weren’t on there, I didn’t take them off on purpose

[@Rachel-ew1bi]

First, I really love your videos! Your commentary is great. I was just wondering if you could at the end of a video (or in the comments) touch on how you think she is progressing. I know you said you still don't trust her, but do you think she progressing at a good rate? Do you still have high hopes for her?

[@DragonGirl9800]

Name suggestion!!!! Asha!

[@mauraswenson8892]

Hi Sam, I have a few questions. Do you leave the tack and tarp on the ground in the round pen intentionally? Do you think that she senses you not trusting her? I'd really like to see a still shot of her brand, I can't figure them out on the move. An explanation would be great too. Thanks 😘

[@SamVanFleet]

Hi! Sometimes I mean to leave it there... sometimes I start working on something else and just forget it's there LOL. I'd say were slowly meeting there with the trust. I'll try to get a picture of her brand to post soon!

[@neona7807]

I would still say Damiana is a great name, wich is from the old greek name Damianós, wich is then from damáō wich mean ''to tame'' And It have been a great process to tame this mighty and strong girl with a strong personality!

[@mouthofthesouth4267]

I'm still thinking Brigid after the Goddess because she's very confident and naturally regal

[@finjaarndt2477]

LOOOOOOVE YOUR VIDS😍😍

[@SamVanFleet]

Thank you!

[@mgharvey3657]

Just found your channel. Amazing work you do. I am a trucker and deliver loads quite a bit in the Sparks/Reno NV. There is a large population of wild horses in the area and see them every time I am in there. I have binged quite a few of your videos. From bidding to pick up to working them to eventual competition and lastly the auctioning of these beautiful animals. I am not ashamed to say it, but the first time I realized the process ends with auctioning, I got a bit choked up. I know this is your passion, however is it a bit emotional for you to have bonded with them only to see them leave? I would be a mess. Anyway, love what you do and keep the videos coming.

[@SamVanFleet]

It's always tough- but I know if I don't keep them I can help train another one for them to find their forever home :)

[@ratsy0143]

wow, you are amazing

[@kayceebelle191]

She’s so cute and you are doing so well with her! Love these vids ❤️

[@swtmelly]

What is the purpose for training to lead by their feet?

[@silentviridity9098]

Not lead by her feet, but to learn to pick them up from a safe distance, without the risk of kicking, biting, etc. When she gets more comfortable, Sam will get closer

[@SamVanFleet]

Hey! Great question! For one, it helps with touch around the leg and learning that the leg/hoof being handled and manipulated is OK and won’t hurt them. This mare had a very quiet reaction to it, but it sets some horses off to not have control of one of their legs. It’s much safer this way before standing right underneath them :) And, same with hobbles, it helps them in the future for it they ever got tangled up or into a sticky situation involving their leg. It prepares them so they won’t panic if their leg gets caught up. Leading by the feet is also another great way to teach them to give into pressure. I could of lead her around with the belly rope too- the more I can do the better

[@swtmelly]

Great explanation, thank you. It makes more sense now.

[@sandyhausrath]

Sam! When did you work out those wind knots and braid her mane?? You're doing a terrific job with her -- it's good to see you both starting to trust each other a little. I really appreciate how different she is from the other mustangs I've seen you work with -- tons to learn from this smart and independent girl! And I

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

Sam is 3 weeks further than this video ☺ I read it in her description section and I guess that we will be seeing this next week or the one after ☺

[@sandyhausrath]

@@mademoisellekaya1438 I know, but somewhere between Day 6 and Day 7 (the last two uploaded videos), she made a ton of progress on that mane. Not sure what you're referring to. ??

[@SamVanFleet]

Sandy Hausrath Hey! The wind knots came out on days 4 & 5

[@sandyhausrath]

@@SamVanFleet clearly I was so busy watching what you and the mare were doing that I wasn't looking at her mane 😂

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

@@sandyhausrath I am truly sorry, I totally misunderstood what you meant, sorry 😶 whoops 😶

[@juangomez1220]

Thank you mi love your good Im learning alot from you

[@artisallthat]

I just can't get over her coloring. Almost a metallic sheen on the body with the reddish brown gray head color.

[@richrosing]

Enjoy the videos. I can see her name being Sapphire.

[@jennablumer4885]

Would you ever post a video about teaching a horse to hobble?

[@SamVanFleet]

Possibly!

[@weaverbee2808]

This girl knows her worth....my vote is Cashmere...Cash/Cas for short!

[@denelll.bennettsurvivorwar8224]

*I Like the Name Reina!*

[@lucasa1849]

I’m still blown away by her colour. Could she have the champagne gene?

[@blair_bear9906]

L Flow I have a colt that is a champagne roam and her is a really light kind of gold color. I kinda do see what your talking about though.

[@blair_bear9906]

He*

[@lucasa1849]

Blair _Bear . The brightness of a champagne colour comes from the base colour though. She looks like a Classic champagne to me.

[@lovisahulten]

When i wanted my horse to lower his head he did not get it at all. I added a little pressure, he did not get it( i had the pressure on for some minutes) and i added more pressure and he did not gave a respons at all after some minutes. What should i do?

[@SamVanFleet]

Where are you squeezing with your hand? On the poll? It's hard to describe but there is a little area behind the ears and even slightly behind the poll that should be the best spot to squeeze. You can help with the halter too by adding and releasing pressure straight down with the leadrope.

[@samscorgie3484]

Thank you for the progress update! So fun to watch and shes looking amazing! So soft and willing already :) Really impressive! Will you be riding her in a bridle (and bit) right off the bat or staying in rope halter? Im training a young morgan right now too and at this stage, and cant decide which to do for the first month or so! lol Whats your opinion on starting with a bit or introducing it later? She is so gorgeous :) What a cool color and great conformation! Cant wait to continue watching :)

[@SamVanFleet]

Hi! I start them all in a halter. And then eventually transition to a bit, but they have the first couple rides in just a halter :)

[@samscorgie3484]

@@SamVanFleet thank you for the reply! Was just curious :)

[@jameskeller238]

Sam just curious. Your videos are only 20-30 minutes but how much time do you actually spend in a day with her? Do you do multiple sessions in a day? BTW She seems to be doing Great!!

[@1条-d9k]

Nice

[@siennanicole4648]

Do you find it difficult to find saddles that fit your mustangs?

[@SamVanFleet]

The saddles I use in the first couple weeks aren't saddles that fit them great- they just help get them desensitized and I'm OK with throwing them around and letting them hit the dirt... however the saddle fit really just depends on the horse. There's no one breed easier to fit, all horses are individuals. BUT, there's a really great brand that's a PERFECT fit for every horse! WOW Saddles are custom fit to any horse- that's what I'll eventually use on her :)

[@Birddog1227Blogspot]

Great workout She is a pretty girl and lucky too

[@erinclark9552]

My Little Owyhee mare was just like her for the most part! She did that aggressive lunging thing during gentling and is pretty skeptical of people. I think part of it has to do with how the TIP trainer handled things (she was going through some tough stuff in her personal life, not an excuse, but I can understand being emotional) we still struggle with tying bc the trainer tied her in the trailer as soon as she got her in it, which then she flipped over and knocked herself out hitting the ice. Definitely would advise people to do your research ahead of time and if you're in a cold climate, plan to pick out a horse for gentling before it could possibly snow bc it makes it so much more difficult. My mare now had issues trusting anyone but me and probably wont ever be a horse I can put anyone on but, man, she will do anything for me and she protects the crap out of me. I recently had back surgery and she would NOT let any other horse near me in the pasture. She's always pretty happy to see me and I'm the only one who can catch her with a lead rope, the owners of the barn just open the gate for feeding time and she runs to her stall. I can't wait to finish my pastures and barn to bring her home.

[@SamVanFleet]

I'm glad she has a great home with you!

[@annagarcia4392]

Good Work...its so nice to observe you...maybe her Name GG ( golden Girl )...🐴🐴🤠🤠

[@donnaneff3268]

How old is she ? Is a older horse harder to work with ?

[@SamVanFleet]

Her estimated age is 7. I find they're usually harder to work with because they aren't always as curious as younger mustangs

[@DineshYadav-tm8to]

Kya ham 1 years ke bacche per bhi try kar sakte hain

[@helenmarshall5705]

She is beautiful under the English saddle.

[@DineshYadav-tm8to]

Madam yah kitne din ka course hota hai please please bataen

[@jeanfish7]

Why do I get a Tom Jones " She's a lady" vibes?!

[@inakamikaze1529]

She looks really nice......and she want touch everything..looks...and then she comes back to you. I think you and her are a beautiful combination.😍 she loooks out like a shining star.......in the sun. Have you the name for her? My favorit is Hope....but when I look about my writing....I see an other name 🌞⛥ A big hey from Germany 💙

[@aeriellewis2080]

Name ideas: Sienna, Autumn, Willow, Primrose. She is so pretty, you're doing a great job with her.

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

At 13:42 I saw her giving in to a sort of trust towards or in you for the first time I thought she really meant it? But wow.. that is a Lady of Iron and if we would let her, she would let a whole herd bow down to her demands (like she most probably did in her past life) This is a true Queen Status she radiates and the fact that it seems she is slowly realizing that you are the only one who is challenging her for real and does weird stuff what isn't normal in a horses world but she also realizes she only has you around her as they are herd animals, she is getting to know you as much as you are getting to know her too and you doing that weird stuff but you don't freak out about it makes her looking at you more and more and slowly she is allowing herself to let herself fall into your hands, because you are the only one around her she can fall back on but also she realizes really well that you make her do things she doesn't know, did you do things in a herd she lived in and she didn't condone I guess you already had seen the entire roundpen twice and was bitten and kicked around.. But I see she is starting to get attached to you since she doesn't have a best mate around her like in a herd she would have one and since you also act as a strong leader in your world in her eyes I have a feeling that from that timestamp I gave in the beginning she is Very Very slowly but surely letting you in and letting her guard go down.. She is going to be a bomb proof horse, litteraly bomb proof. If she would get a training to walk around in fireworks (like some horses over here really need to do ) she would pass it ending with A+ You are fantastic with her, we all realized real quickly that this is a horse that has lead the toughest life out there but so far I am truly So impressed with the progress and I love watching you both learning from each other! And of course no problem with the way you want to upload, you are your own Boss Sam 😎😁 I will look for your uploads since KZbin only shows those that upload extremely regularly and those will push back everybody else that someone has the full subscription too. So, for everybody else, look for Sam because YT will recommend those who have the most subscribers and upload the most regular.

[@inspiredclips8245]

I may not fully understand but want to let you know that I get notices just from subscribing to her channel. Have a nice evening.

[@DineshYadav-tm8to]

Hamen Ek horse ko taiyar karna hai uski Puri training ke bare mein please bataen🌹

[@jeanfish7]

Girth fit, to short or too big?

[@SamVanFleet]

Jean Fish Too short

[@jeanfish7]

@@SamVanFleet I knew she was " built" this mare is a " beast" in the best way possible... S he is a freaking Queen!

[@richardjones4259]

She trusts you.

[@TheCassy771]

What about calling her Nonie (Because we havent been able to come up with a good name yet)

[@elowyndemontigny544]

I'm sure she has some ideas about names, she just hasn't announced anything yet. She said in a photo comment she'll be announcing soon

[@heidikress6334]

You should name her roo. Idk she just looks like one

[@rizzlerjenny]

I wish I were you I want a horse more than anything I'd rather a horse than a 1000 bucks

[@beverlya6338]

I have been around and broken way too many horses for anyone to foolishly try and convince me this is a wild mustang. If it were truly a wild mustang there is no way at first you could even get near her. Tell it to someone foolish enough to believe this video

[@ryanz9067]

Umm you did watch the first video right 😂

[@SamVanFleet]

Hi there! This is day seven with this mare. Check out my prior videos with this mare