What Happens To Army Horses After They Serve? | Forces TV

We have taken a look inside the Horse Trust, a home of rest which specialises in providing retirement and respite for working horses and ponies. There is a veterinarian, a farrier and even an equine dentist...
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[@gaynorhead2325]

I live less than 2 miles from the Home of Rest for Horses here in Buckinghamshire and it always warms my heart to see these wonderful creatures given the retirement they so deserve.

[@TheMysticWildFlower]

sure would be nice to volunteer there

[@Aaron-df6jc]

Omg!! What a great neighbour you have!!! ♥️🇨🇦

[@user-ih6wy3gr6b]

How refreshing to see that these horses are respected and given carefully monitored retirement. Too often, here in America, horses are simply discarded and sent to auction, often sold to kill buyers. God Bless you British Military for honoring the service your horses have given to you. I wish the world could be a kinder place!

[@Softball-jz4xj]

It does my heart good to see these horses being spoiled considering they gave the best part of their lives for the military

[@christinecronje4704]

Softball1000 Spoilt! Spoiled means ruined!

[@lillycheek322]

Christine Cronje it’s not bad to give horses a good life

[@christinecronje4704]

Werid Equestrians What are you talking about? Don't you dare try to dirty my name? I have worked with horses my whole life (71 now) including saving skeletal abused horses, You owe me an apology!

[@lillycheek322]

Christine Cronje I mean I don’t think that she meant like let them get away with stuff or be naughty I just think that she meant like give them a good life and give them treats and stuff

[@christinecronje4704]

Werid Equestrians Who! who are you talking about! ?

[@ourclassroom1570]

I cried. Because, as an American, I take issue with how many horses are treated in my Country - which was built in the beginning on the backs of the HORSE. A proper THANK YOU to the horse isn't given to the HORSE by most in America. Thanks for listening.

[@MichelleLuvn25]

The backs of horses or SLAVES 😒

[@mittens4kittens435]

@@MichelleLuvn25 Or Chinese labor for the railroads (and Irish immigrants, too), and Mexican labor in the fields and on ranches.

[@mittens4kittens435]

Me, too. As an American (with a British father), I don't know if we have this here. I also recently discovered that the horses used on "trail rides" in parks, on beaches etc. for tourists can be overworked by some of the companies, which breaks my heart.

[@annephillips8494]

Absolutely.Have been killed in Wars just like humans.

[@equine2020]

Agree, the USA treats its horses terribly. Too many end up abused , or slaughtered because heartless owners are to cheap to keep & care for the horse.

[@nicollekyostia6764]

Is that where they go? I thought they all went to my Grandparents. I had the most MAGICAL childhood. My Grandparents had this wonderful/ terrible habit of taking in the worn out, sick/ disabled and "untrainable" horses and ponies. My family has always been one month away from the poor house, but we always found ways to give these unwanted horses a loving home and top notch care. (The horses always got new shoes before we did😊) I've had everything from a blind pony, to a pony with liver cancer to a string of wild, untrained horses who all became my treasures. My Grandparents have both passed away now and the city is putting apartments where our farm was, but I will always have the memories and lessons I was lucky enough to have had. Along with the knowledge that my family and I gave great homes to countless horses (and dogs, cats, foxes, raccoons and a duck). 😊😊

[@christianaestl285]

Much love from Europe ❤. Just wonderful!

[@monikalinde6618]

What a wonderfull childhood! I which I hade it too. Horses is so special. ❤😍.

[@hughfranklin4002]

The horses are members of our armed forces, and like all members of the armed forces when they retire they should be looked after.

[@raz_hz]

Except that some servicemen are out in the streets sleeping rough. Where are the Government then?

[@gotg1733]

Hugh Franklin Hi yes I love the horses lol x.

[@adelezierler1547]

Thank you for this invitation, to learn how to ride. I'm sure it would be a great to do so. I can't for some reason. Anyway, I love you people for taking good care of them emotionally, and otherwise. God bless you!

[@NightshadeGoddess]

yes they should be, yet most service dogs get murdered because they don't want to fly them back :(

[@Scottx125Productions]

They aren't painful. They are used to induce stress as a method of training. And whilst not particularly desirable, negative reinforcement is far more effective in regards to training than positive reinforcement.

[@elliteequine3785]

10:29 LOL The chestnut is like "I'm free lets gallop wheee oh wait theres grass nevermind imma eat"

[@anna_mitchell2139]

LOL 😂

[@avatierney9615]

But the chestnut was cantering?😂

[@zoeymcdonald1030]

Me if I was a horse LOL 😂

[@zoeymcdonald1030]

@@avatierney9615 it was more like a fast trot

[@charlie4739]

Wonderful to see they are still receiving such Wonderful Care After their Service.

[@cherylrhoades8861]

❤God Bless England for respecting their horses and all of their hard work!!

[@phil-zz5hk]

i served with the welsh guards , and know the standards these horses have to go through in their training . it is incredible . probably harder training than us . the horse failure rate is massive . you have to realise these horses have to do exactly what the cavalryman asks . if they skit on parade peoples lives are possibly at risk . charities like this are amazing .

[@phil-zz5hk]

as an example her majesty the queen was riding a horse called burmese in 1981 when she was shot at . burmese and the other horses kept on with their job .

[@melclo3641]

What happens to those that fail?

[@phil-zz5hk]

@@melclo3641 they have certain horse charities that take them on . either to stud or sold to the right people . as far as i know they are never put down .

[@shirleykibbie5149]

I don't think they go to stud, I think they are nearly all geldings

[@christinepage181]

I am really happy to know that the horses are being well cared for after all their hard work.🐎🐎

[@rhyfelwrDuw]

What a wonderful job! It's great to see that the horses continue to be well looked after once they've finished their career in the military, I work with someone who was in the Met police mounted division and she brought her police horse home when she left because they were going to retire him and she asked if she could have him! She lives in a rural area about 200 miles from London now!

[@tropics67]

If each person had the means and property to take home their animals, things would be different for them.

[@diannegreene8310]

What a wonderful thing for the retired military horses

[@carolesherk4891]

WELL done, thank you for caring so beautifully for these wonderful horses!

[@elizabethfairlie8296]

So loving and compassionate. Just wonderful

[@slab6046]

I live in Ontario Canada and a neighbour takes in ex police horses that serve the city of Toronto. When a horse arrives for the first few months they cannot handle the quiet. So the neighbour must play the radio all day and night to help acclimatize them from the hustle and noise of the city.

[@robynconway1286]

Horses built most nations and also millions died in war. Beautiful creatures.

[@muzmason3064]

Having met the awesome Sefton (so many scars 😔) at Speen in his retirement there is no doubt they get plenty of love and visitors, I live too far away to visit these days 👍❤🇬🇧🕊

[@chandler395]

I thought they killed them or something.... Good to know some people have respect for animals

[@gordonsmith8899]

Chandler Military dogs are also 'pensioned off'.

[@jennyandersson6238]

Gordon Smith Yeah, many military dogs can be adopted after service. But unfortunately not many people adopt them.

[@jeddy_bravo]

That's the US I think

[@heyiknowyou3720]

So some dog are put to death or put in a kill shelter where they you know slaughter

[@bubblegum2283]

If they did kill them I would willingly become a murderer because I love horses I have one and we humans can't control all lifes that's just not fair

[@Cwgrlup]

Every horse in the world deserves this kind of loving retirement !!!!❤

[@carlhicksjr8401]

So, American Civil War reenactor here. The association I belong to includes two horse cavalry units and it takes a HELL of a lot of work to integrate a new mount into the troop. I'm told by the cavalry troopers [I'm infantry myself] that it can take up to three years to get a horse trained up to the point that they can be ridden in a skirmish with confidence. Not only is it becoming 'stable buddies' with the rest of the horses, but the flash of metal, the sound of musketry and cannon, and the pressure of cannon fire on sensitive noses and ears. But God, they add a lot to the spectacle of the show.

[@robertabray-enhus3198]

I’m so glad to see they’re well cared for as seniors ❤

[@Hal-kj2mc]

beautiful animals. glad they're being looked after well . never thought of a horse seeing the dentist. never entered my mind.

[@enkisdaughter4795]

If their teeth grow too long, they are unable to eat properly and starve.

[@bonnieabrs1003]

They get spir like growths on the jaw side that can make it very unpleasant to eat, wear the tack, and pay attention. They also have broken teeth, cavities & all the stuff we get.

[@jennieb4by]

It's so nice to see them settle in for retirement life after a long time of well service

[@angel213fl]

Just like EVERY military member whom dedicated their life to serving their country deserves to be cared for and looked after and spoiled in their retirement. Thank you 🙏🏽 for your service. 🙏🏽🐎🫡🇬🇧😇

[@MrW582]

Beautiful animals so proud of them the dedication and service they have put in for our nation

[@elliebarnes1143]

These horses are much better loved and looked after than our own veterans. They should all receive such treatment

[@silverkitty2503]

I believe you i truly worry about the british army ....i think they prolly give doctors a six week course and set them to work.

[@elisaamor9558]

Humans in my opinion are worth less than any animal because humans are destroying the world little by little and taking innocent lives of animals with them

[@thedeadend5621]

@@elisaamor9558 so true

[@brucelevine6517]

Exactly what i said sadly😥

[@clovermark39]

Yes I was thinking that. We just finish out tour and get forgotten about.

[@theendoftimesgodhelpusall9570]

THEY DO A GREAT COMPASSIONATE JOB.GOD BLESS ALL WORKING ANIMALS!

[@beckyduncan3086]

This is so awesome that after years of service to their country they're now being taken care of and can just horse around BRAVO!!!!

[@randybutler4772]

Well done retirees . They deserve the best. Thank you for sharing.🐴

[@lynnepurdue6743]

Military horses deserve a great retirement as you are giving them they work as hard as the soldiers, I salute you all

[@joanneganon7157]

That was so sweet to recognize the vendors needs❤. What a beautiful place!

[@TheOhhblind]

So beautiful and great that they can go and have a relaxing retirement

[@baypeppard2565]

AnfarwolColo it's hard to take this comment seriously from your profile picture 😂😂😂😂 lmao

[@TheBlueDemonInPink]

It's nice to see the UK takes care of there military horses.

[@MichaelBrown-pq7li]

You do it right by these loyal friends UK! Much love from your Commonwealth Family in 🇨🇦

[@charleneblake1146]

Hopefully these wonderful horses will live a happy life. They certainly deserve it🎉🎉🎉

[@mimileggett7154]

It's so nice to see the military horses retired and well looked after in the U.K.

[@Corgis175]

So inspiring the UK Military and Service horses are kept in good care upon retirement.

[@naesala]

Some of this comment section is just annoying me. BITS. ARE. NOT. ABUSIVE. Sure, if you use them wrong, they can be, but bits are just a thing to help the horse move. English riding mouth-reins, meaning with some pressure on the bit, it encourages the horse to move. It’s a nudge for the direction of the horse. It’s taught pretty early on how much bit you should have control of to keep the horse comfortable, and they even make different types of bits to find the one most comfortable for that specific horse. Bits aren’t abusive.

[@faithsrvtrip8768]

These people are insane. Ignore them. Most think the world should be a Disney movie, 24/7.

[@assassinwoman16]

Agreed, though bits can be used for abusive. But everyone lets one bad apple ruin the whole bunch having everyone going around saying bits are torture tools. I've had plenty of uneducated people come up to me and give this whole lecture about how I'm missing treating my animal, at how bits are these insane torture abusive tools. Its annoying and irritating that some people are so hive minded about bits.

[@eclipsethebrave2222]

Bits are unnecessary when there are alternative options and yes most of the time inexperienced riders use them wrong and are never corrected causing a huge problem

[@cheer2208]

not palkia ikr. People are WAY over exaggerated. It’s just a bit

[@Vex.exe_]

no bits are abusiv, they hurt the animal and clearly you dont have any idea about it. hate ppl with no clue about horses and still are allowed to work or own them

[@Wormhole798]

I like it when I see animals being well taken care of and shown respect and given attention...that's wonderful😀😁

[@helenhallwood3580]

Years ago I used to visit here probably once a month. I remember Sefton and Echo from the bombings, pit ponies and very old ponies and horses. Wonderful place

[@merlecharge5303]

Does my heart good to know that these beautiful horses are treated real well in their well earned retirement

[@gabrielwood9345]

God bless these horses and the people that care for them❤❤❤❤

[@kelvinktfong]

The Queen is a horse lover and breeder. I’m sure she makes sure that her veteran horses are taken care of.

[@hutaois]

some of these comments are so uneducated regarding basic horse welfare. its honestly sad watching girls with horses as their profile pictures talking nonesense about farrier work when they themselves have probably never shod a horse before.

[@RunnRedd419]

Blunita you look like one of those young girls. Stfu

[@rosasilver7426]

So you agree with mucking up the entire anatomy of the hoof?

[@faithsrvtrip8768]

I agree. Childish drivel and unrealistic.

[@karkat4493]

Blunita have you ever actually shod a horse yourself?

[@lydiagonzales41]

I. Love. You. 😂

[@hollyhoney6664]

I wish they had a place like this in the United states. That's amazing

[@chantillybilly8489]

holly Honey They definitely do.

[@thatsalittlebassist]

holly Honey In the USA, there are many. This is just in London. Don’t assume it’s not in any other country

[@hollyhoney6664]

I Live in America, there is not. There are many rescue organizations that try to help but as a country we don't have something like this. Same goes for military dogs. So im not assuming anything.

[@Mag-cl5oh]

holly Honey there’re many horse sanctuaries in the us, I live here too.

[@AlyssaSoftPaw]

Our military and ex police horses are claimed by private owners or sanctuarys. My aunt is on a wait list to get a ex military horse right now!

[@ktp.equine3132]

I think it’s so great they have a whole retirement program for these ponies. It’s so cool to see how much they love and appreciate these war wonders. I wish America was like this with their retired race horses but no :/

[@wirelesscaller7518]

Wake people up,scream at senators govenors about horse auctions horses slaughtering, BLM roundups slaughtering mustangs. Watch movie A horse story And Hildago Read snowman

[@CarolineLeinster]

It's partly because there are so many charities (Foundations) in the UK. Whist the government will be paying for their 35 horses, it was said there are 120 (?) there, at the Trust's premises.

[@sugakookie6303]

Race horses are a different temperament, they are skiddish and prone to bite or kick… not their fault, it’s how they’re breed, to be quick and light on their feet… a friend of mine used to try to get horses from the tracks if one just wasn’t making the grade but out of all the trainers after hearing her goal was pasturing these horses and giving them a mellowed retirement, only two went to the owners and she paid minimally for them… 2 out of the potential 200+, not a good ratio…

[@laurastuart3814]

"Ponies"????

[@adelezierler1547]

What a great organization. I am so glad you are on YouTub so people all over the world can see, how well cared for these retired horses are, and of course loved. Also learn how to take care of this noble creatures they are. Tank you!

[@expiredsewerrat5071]

Such brave horses and I respect them

[@jimreid9260]

I think it's great that they have a place to go after service

[@crispinaske8293]

Does anyone imagine for one second, that her majesty the queen would stand for anything but the best of treatment for any of her horses.?

[@savannahf8676]

The chestnut that came with their new arrivals is gorgeous!

[@MsMOLLYKINS]

Great love to horse getting respect and love . Well done xoxo

[@lindaschnellbacher9]

Molly Mayor i

[@Strickland77vb]

Molly Mayor love horses for ever

[@miab0214]

Molly Mayor besides the bit, sure

[@lucyb4569]

I don't see how shoving a piece of metal in a horse's mouth and burning metal shoes on a horse's feet is respect or love. Just because someone says its good for the horse doesn't mean it is. ( if u want to know more watch, think like a horse on KZbin it helped me)

[@ohbre488]

Lucy B Shoes help the horse. And they aren’t ‘burned’ into their feet. They’re nailed in they are changed out every so often. Also a hackamore on a re-enactment or on the actual field won’t cut it.

[@nancyweliczko9334]

I would love to see our American horses get the same treatment...GOD BLESS.

[@ady3783]

Yeah most of them are just killed in America or are abused

[@lindsaydrewe8219]

What a lovely film, the horses are so beautiful, and deserve a long retirement after their service. I had no idea that they could get anxious about being out in the paddock on grass for an extended time,I imagined that they would be overjoyed. Always glad to learn something. Thank you and keep up the good work❤❤

[@DianaKazimiera-]

Very greateful and dedicated Soldier -Horses 🐎. It's great that there is comprehensive care and protection for these brave companions. Great respect for Horses Soldiers 🐎 All the best from 🇵🇱🕊️🤝

[@dezikirkcaldy5708]

Prayers for them and you for caring.

[@j.a.2120]

GOD BLESS all the people that help these horse's!!✝🙌🐴👍

[@424stormygirl]

Much respect for the care taken for these horses that served humans .

[@DRCharltonJr]

**stands, applauds and salutes** As a military veteran and equine 'worshiper' this touches close to my heart! May Epona, the Celtic patron goddess of equines, and her master the Almighty bless and support this most worthy service... ~"We ought not to treat living creatures like shoes or household belongings, which when worn with use we throw away." - Plutarch, Greek writer, c.46-120~

[@wirelesscaller7518]

BLM roundups horrifying unconsciousness roundups slaughtering mustangs horrifying horse auctions USA to slaughtering Mexico Canada. Horses meat huge billions $$ to Canada France Japan UK Denmark Mexico.

[@sndszoo4538]

C'mon, I'm not really against bits really and I still don't think it's at all necessary to transport and lead a horse with a bit

[@sndszoo4538]

Teagan Ven exactly

[@sav2823]

+Teagan Ven Horses don't need a bit. But yeah seriously they can't handle a horse without a dam bit on the halter?

[@TheAnimalReport]

I agree!! If your just leading the horse ditch the bit!!

[@rogamurphy1132]

BAHAHAHAHAA HORSES DONT NEED BITS YOU MORON

[@miakoopmans1083]

ya

[@dariabigblock73]

how wonderful! America could use this video and these gentleman and ladies to teach them to help our horses!

[@crusader8626]

America could use this video to teach them to help their people lmao

[@wendypetersen7529]

This is so heartening. Having seen some videos with the King's Guard and what those poor horses have had to endure at the hands of the public while in the sentry boxes - they deserve some peace and have certainly earned it. Thank you on behalf of all the horses.

[@user-pv6vi6xq6d]

respect to all who help these lovely horses

[@proudchristian77]

Sweet that you love them , glad they made it & get to rest now, 💖🐎

[@melodyhart1331]

I wondered about these horses when they are retired,glad to see this turnout.

[@PamelaTaylor-hy8qv]

What a salute to these cavalry horses who worked so hard for the British military,it was so nice to see them in their retirement being so well rewarded and looked after ❤❤❤❤

[@nugget3935]

People are hitching about his the horses didn't choose to do it, don't put the shoes on that's bad, don't do this don't do that blah blah blah, I think most people here haven't had a horse.

[@heyiknowyou3720]

I have three horses two shetlands and one thoroughbred

[@ady3783]

My friend has horses and none of them have horse shoes and do just fine. Like, what do you think they do in the wild?

[@judahtribe7]

😭im horseless

[@shrinidhiky]

@@ady3783 if they dnt put horse shoes horse leg will spoil

[@ady3783]

@@shrinidhiky again, what did they do before horse shoes/ in the wild?

[@Horses_R_Us]

I always feel so proud for these horses and what they did they are so brave and must feel so relieved after war ❤

[@jessbayler5972]

Ive met some of these horses it is lovely there and they are all so friendly

[@hs3244]

Is amazing what these very large animals will let us do with them. Where would humans be without the brave equine.

[@annagracesj7468]

The horse are all so beautiful, I love how they get treated so lovely 💕

[@scarlet4109]

Great job. At least some horses are cared for they were doing for us for all their life. Wonderful.

[@ompaloompa4970]

What sweet wonderful kind people ❤

[@meripederson8379]

Thank you. It's nice to see them get good care after service

[@lddixon2394]

Heartwarming and hopeful. Huge respect. Thank you.

[@deborahcrittenden4034]

I love the sound of their hooves. Horses are so pretty

[@dnwm82]

3:18 the horses lip😂 so cute!

[@jeangelder9015]

How wonderful to see the horses enjoying their retirement have a great life, and such wonderful people looking after them ,lovely video thanks so much for your hard work god bless you guys xx

[@shaynelahmed6323]

Thank you Brit army for humane treatment n aftercare of these horses....

[@nfox04]

I visited that place last week actually. The horses there are gorgeous. ☺They even care for some donkeys and Shetland ponies. So happy they're being cared for. However, bits on lead ropes? That's a bit harsh, especially since some horses there were in their late 20's! Oh well, this is what we get in the equestrian world... By the way. People are complaining on why they're in stalls, this is becuase they let people visit there and pet the horses. There are pastures around the place so I highly doubt they're kept in there all the time since it is opened for visitors from Thursday to Sunday, a chance to let the horses out.

[@leah_9806]

Cantering Dreams well how would you feel to be in a stall all the time for peoples entertainment? And keeping a horse in a paddock for like 2 hours probably is awful considering they are herd animals that are supposed to run and walk and trot and canter all the time.

[@lydiagonzales41]

Oml can't please anyone now days aye? These horses are fine and probably prefer it over the military. I know how who love attention and cuddles as much as my dogs do. At least they're not at slaughter houses, the race industry, or horse auctions.

[@lydiagonzales41]

@@es-lb4mw better yet I love people people who complain but personally do nothing to help, at least these people try

[@erika7674]

They are not stalls, Leah, they are loose boxes. There is a big difference!@@leah_9806

[@experiment626eventing]

i love horses they deserve to be spoiled after such work they look so happy!

[@suellenspencer-eb2nv]

Just love his chattering. ❤❤❤

[@101ptfm]

I came here to see some heartwarming comments. Instead i got *bRuh, tHeM biTs bE lUkiN pAiNfHul*

[@leahjvr3245]

3:16 The lip😂♥️

[@beana441]

My horse does this all the time! Its funny to mess around with😂

[@Aine24601]

I had an ex household cavalry horse for 6 years, before he finally passed away ....i adopted him from The Horse Welfare uears ago.

[@sherrybrainard6890]

God Bless for the good you do for your military horses❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jayjohnson8426]

The ages these horses reach goes to show the care they have as they work from a young age even alot of pet horses dont reach the age these retire at its so nice they also retire to a place they still get the care they are used to and they have a quarantine period to allow time to distress and adjust to being in a field and with people there who are ex military and knows the norm of the horses before retirement and him just being around the horses will help them adjust quicker as his stance will be familiar to the horses

[@jordanhefley7365]

Always remember the most famous war horse ever Sargent Reckless. Look that horse up, it ran solo missions carrying supplies to the front line.

[@clay7052]

Thank you for serving us

[@ginelleday5412]

This is great that they are cared for after there working days I hope the same for all of the military 2 or 4 legged. These horses are beautiful.

[@jessicacyr6669]

Historically, the United States military horses were shot when retired (no longer actively required) and military dogs were abandoned in the country that they were deployed in.

[@strawberrywaerm8793]

Jessica Cyr I live in America and I didn’t know that. Is it still the same?

[@ifyourreadingmynameyourabo925]

Jessica Cyr ok if so why would the military abandon it's dog in a place they just got done from serving now that leaves the enemy with a smart ass military trained bombsniffing dog

[@leafygreen9036]

I’m not sure if that information is accurate, but if so it certainly isn’t anymore

[@stormysocks]

Jessica Cyr really? My Dad served at Ft Robinson, Nebraska for 8 yrs in the Veterinary detachment. While he was there they had 12,000 horses and mules they trained and 3000 war dogs. They didn't shoot the horses, except he did have to shoot several culls for the German POWs to butcher to feed the dogs. The butchers usually kept some meat to eat extra too

[@stormysocks]

if your reading my name your a boss look up Ft Robinson, nebraska remount and read my comment above...that was 40-48...

[@christinedavies336]

Are these wonderful horses ever offered up for sale/loan/part-loan to the general public. My paternal Grandfather, who I never met him, as he died of a cancerous war injury when my mother was only 11 years old, was in the RA (Royal Highlanders / Scots Dragoon I think) and I have inherited the love of army horses - especially the Cleveland Bays and the Drummers! Now that I am of retirement age (or close enough) I am looking to buy/loan/part-loan such a horse to have some fun adventures with.

[@sumoody1325]

Thank you for caring for them

[@Liv-ox4zu]

Thank u for ur service horseys

[@maryannhope8276]

Nice to see this is what happens. Blessings to all

[@Blue-bn3ze]

I've trained with horses for, at least 5 years since I was little, and I've been studying horses and you've gotta remain calm and let the horse have the bit, don't pull hard and don't let the horse go. The horse will be more prone to not follow orders if you are scared, and please don't yell at them, they have 10x more hearing than humans and that could startle them. I'm sure you are trained professionals, but, you still have to remember how horses react to certain things like yelling, hard pulling, and your emotions. Thank you for your services and I hope I am not annoying. Cheers!

[@lowesonia8551]

Dear ChiChi you sound sweet your advice sounds like you are a caring loving person who respects animals . Wish all young people were like you.

[@lucyb4569]

Why use a bit then ?

[@lindseyrjacoby]

I've ridden horses for 25. These horses are trained for heavy bit work. It's a different style than what you've seen in much of the US, but it is training and style nonetheless.

[@urprobablyanidiot8684]

TinkTinkTink doesn’t make it right

[@KnawedOne]

Had no idea the horses served for so long. What careers! I’m very impressed. Lovely retirement as well.

[@elisabethshelley4758]

THANKYOU for all you do. Horses are so so special

[@birbiiee]

Jeez, these comments. . . Also yes, Black Beauty is the greatest story of all.