Dr. Lydia is like a talking veterinary textbook! She certainly is gifted with a wonderful teaching ability.
@topguncharlie396410 ай бұрын
Finally a man who knows what his wife would love for Valentine’s Day that’s not flowers or chocolate lol
@kimmarievan-ever659910 ай бұрын
I love Troy..hard working..dry sense of humour..and he knows what a girl wants for valentines day..not overpriced half dead flowers or a box of chocolates..but a gorgeous dawg like Ralph 👍..perfect.. leaving 3 sutures in Fiesta was bad practice on her previous vet. That's where her infection spikes came from !!.. and Godiva ans Sissy adopted too..oh l loved Prince Charming..the kitty with those blue eyes and wonder tri colours..very unusual colours with those almost turquoise eyes..what a lil stunner..l hope you can get those emaciated horses Kory saw .from his expert observations they seem in a pretty bad way .Great video as always..can't wait for the next won..keep up the good work guys..🇬🇧💕🙏✝️👏🐾🐕🐾🐕🐾🐈🫏🫏🐎🐎👍🇺🇸
@Sqrlyshrly10 ай бұрын
15 years ago my hubby surprised me with a tiny baby parrot called a parrotlet, they are the size of a finch. He passed from old age last year at 14 years old.
@kimmarievan-ever659910 ай бұрын
@Sqrlyshrly A perfect gift..one that you remember..l lovebit when they put thought into 🎁 gifts..its shows they love you and care what makes you happy..
@grannieannie137110 ай бұрын
Totally agree plus just having a dog makes your home less of a target for thieves etc so it makes her safer. It's a perfect gift.
@geminidream434710 ай бұрын
You got THAT right! My ex would give me things HE wanted with the excuse of us having more time together as he would teach me how to use them! Yeah right, THAT part of my "gift" never happened.
@PaulaR-mp9di10 ай бұрын
My boyfriend in high school gave me a kitten one year and a husky the next. My mother said: "Why can't he give you candy and flowers like a normal boy!" But that guy GOT me!
@Ceretrea10 ай бұрын
Black Beauty just hits different doesn't he. When he prances into a room, he owns it! So much flair ❤
@PaulaR-mp9di10 ай бұрын
you can really see the Akhal Teke blood in this guy. He is gorgeous!
@sunnyseacat685710 ай бұрын
Elegant, sublime, and very intelligent!
@Lynne210610 ай бұрын
I love seeing Dr.’s Lydia and Gina working together! What great teaching images.
@cyndi.K909010 ай бұрын
Love the doc!
@SandraOrtmann197610 ай бұрын
The two what I would call a dream team. A very worthy replacement for Dr. Nancy, who is also a fantastic vet.
@gwentofanelli29774 ай бұрын
I'm a little concerned that the microchip is contaminated!! Call the manufacturer. Love your video.
@littledog01210 ай бұрын
Hi folks, when is "Horse Plus Vets" coming back? Now that you have both Dr. Lydia and Dr. Gina on staff full-time, obviously there are lots of vet procedures being done. It's understandable that you have to blur out some of the more non-family-friendly procedures, but many of us grown-ups and older teens enjoy learning so much from being able to view the full procedures.
@ApequH10 ай бұрын
I would like that!
@tempesttshaniya858310 ай бұрын
And every single song 🎵 ❤. 🐈⬛
@emmawilde15210 ай бұрын
I know he's not an arab but black beauty looks like what I imaged while I read all of those Walter Farley books
@SandraOrtmann197610 ай бұрын
Black Beauty now looks absolutely stunning. Again, as he got even more beautiful you clearly see the good care and love for animals at Horse Plus. I really hope he gets a loving forever home where he can have the happy life he so deserves.
@dianasherrill615410 ай бұрын
I think he is a Friesan corss. Look at those ears. Gorgeous horse!
@emmawilde15210 ай бұрын
@dianasherrill6154 they did a DNA test on him. He's lipizanner, akhal-teke, and another middle eastern breed that's small but tends to be black or bay. Lipizanners start black but turn white as they age. Also probably where he gets the neck arch and mane. And I think the metallic traits of the akhal-teke is what makes makes the blue shimmers in his coat.
@AsheTheRedScout4 ай бұрын
@emmawilde152 the other breed was Caspian! Such an interesting and beautiful mix of such rare breeds.
@gingerbiscuit487110 ай бұрын
The cat who got shaved 😂 his face be like ‘you took my clothes off, that was not part of the plan, I’m naked’. 😂😂😂
@austinnarduzzo49793 ай бұрын
Lol
@Katherine_critters8 ай бұрын
I live in Australia but i will ask my parents if i could one day donate to help you guys improve and help more and more animals in the future❤❤❤
@astikennel10 ай бұрын
Dr. Lydia front and center!
@sallywaites851710 ай бұрын
Yay. It's Horse Plus day. ❤
@marieparkes32110 ай бұрын
I am always amazed at the depth of knowledge and talent that a good veterinarian must have. A different set of data for each type of animal. Plus a love for all creatures.
@janw49110 ай бұрын
Black Beauty’s ears are adorable
@42Meglet10 ай бұрын
Horse Plus is changing the world for each animal that comes through their doors!
@margelittleboy10 ай бұрын
Oct 2022 we found 2 dogs at the city shelter that needed to be adopted together. A 2 yr old male & a 3yr old female, both anxious & penned together. The shelter did the spay & neuter, applied a tattoo on each, as well as micro chipped & initial shots. They are small, female was 20 lbs & had slightly enlarged nipples, the male was 25 lbs, needed total body clip, as coat was thick & matted. My guess is they were breeding mill dogs & not handled much. Now a year later, they are still a challenge on being social with strangers, but are fine with the 2 of us, although for safety, we are medicating prior to vet visits, as they are not behaving well, being very protective of us. I can do the grooming without there being drama. The last vet visit found both tested positive for Lyme disease immunity, which we treated with appropriate med. We do have a 14 acre farm & they were both found with ticks after walks, so them testing positive did not surprise me. With the treatment they received we should be fine. Both were negative for heart worm & will be treated monthly, year around for three different types of worms. Prior to getting these two dogs, we had been adopting senior or disabled dogs. When these dogs passed wanted to continue to adopt and found these two. We feel very blessed to be able to bring them to our farm and hope that over time they will become more social & less intimidated meeting new people. We know we have our work cut out for us, but are really enjoying them and they seem to be enjoying being here with us. Please adopt if you are thinking of getting a new pet. So many dogs are euthanized because people want “pure breeds”, then start breeding them, just adding to the problems. Is it really worth the money? JMHO
@barbrice72110 ай бұрын
No. It's not worth it. I get so mad when I see people that come to buy Xmas trees and don't want to pay the price yet they have a Cane Corso female pup and small children. And are talking about breeding her. It drives me insane. There is not a big call for these animals except by those that just want to look special. And the animals suffer. Same with pits. Over bred for no reason except wanting to look tough in most cases.
@margelittleboy10 ай бұрын
@@barbrice721 My oldest brother and his wife lost their dog & she insisted on getting a $2500 toy mix breed puppy, that has been the worse decision ever made. She’s a biter, shredder, absolute hazard, right from the start. I swear the breeder saw my sister in law coming a mile away & sold the worse one out of the litter. From her behavior, although she is less than 4 pounds, that’s full grown, she’s worse than the huge dogs people seem drawn to! When I told her we spent $200 for both dogs at the shelter and all that that included, she could not believe it. (Spay/neuter, shots, microchips, nails trimmed, male body clipped) . Yes, we do have to socialize them, it’s just my husband & me, no kids, so they are over protective. The vet did give me meds to calm them down for visits & that did help. I do the grooming, tried to take to a groomer & that didn’t go well. I have to body clip my pony 2 times per year due to Cushing’s disease, so I’m not intimidated by the dog. When it’s just me I don’t have to give anything, but I’m glad I’ve got backup if needed. Fortunately it is only the male that grows the heavy coat, the female has a very fine, wispy coat, we named her Phyllis Dillar , that who she reminds us of. I’m glad the breeder took these two to the shelter, neither would be good blood lines to continue, but I’m pretty certain Phyllis had at least 1 litter, her teats were still elongated with slight swelling around them. At the shelter they were in a run together & had to be adopted together, so there was definitely something up. If separated they get anxious, unless they do it on their own. Now my sister in law has it in her head that she should hold off on spaying her dog. Supposed to be dangerous & unhealthy. Hard telling where she heard that from. I am old school, spay or neuter. Don’t risk an unwanted pregnancy, especially in such a small dog, it could kill her. Thank for letting me vent. God bless!
@margelittleboy4 ай бұрын
@@barbrice721 I get very frustrated with folks that spend hundreds to thousands on purebreds. I’ve got a relative who has spent thousands on some toy breed, that she can’t train & there are constant issues with biting, etc. With the adopting of the 2 we adopted, they are a mix. I am guessing on the male a poodle golden cross, as he has such a thick coat, but is only 25 pounds, now a 3 yr old. The female is wire haired toy breed cross, only 20 pounds, now 4, We were able to get both for $200, which included spay & neuter, microchipped, all shots. We were able to adopt together, which was needed. They are very dependent on each other. It will be 2 yrs this Oct that we got them, they are adjusting very well, on leash they now go out to the barn and see the pony without barking and they are much better behaved on the leash. People have to figure out their priorities. I would also find it frustrating that folks won’t pay full price for your trees, but have no issue spending money on a pure breed of dog. Folks don’t appreciate the work that goes into raising quality trees, it’s not a plant and forget about them until it gets big enough to cut. But then farmers as a whole are under appreciated for the year around job that it is. Hope you have a good season and thanks for replying to my comment.
@barbrice7214 ай бұрын
@@margelittleboy Thank You. You Too.
@synnvekjerstad570510 ай бұрын
I just want to say thank you to you all at HPHS. You are the best.
@bcgrote10 ай бұрын
I love seeing the same families and people returning to volunteer! ❤
@hannahh679310 ай бұрын
What a genuine and wholehearted video this week! Between the most resilient animals, the absolute amazing & selfless staff, volunteers and the adopters ready to give these animals the homes they've always deserved! ❤ Found myself smiling over and over from start to end. ❤
@blackrockjrt10 ай бұрын
Yes I look forward to every Thursday. Like you it's Horse Plus day!
@francineherron194010 ай бұрын
I always look forward to Thursdays episodes. So kuch good stuff happening at HP. Love to watch the vet procedures and the explanations from Dr. Lydia and Dr. Gina, they seem to work so well together. I will miss seeing black beauty leave, he's so pretty to look at. Im happy for all the animals that find new homes, hopefully forever homes. Thank you all HP staff for all your hard work and dedication to the animals. God Bless you all 😇
@jmac71333 ай бұрын
They must have read this bc they have a channel for the vets now!
@AubreyMaier-xf2hz10 ай бұрын
Omg Dr. Gina needs to take that cat home. I can tell they’re both in love 😍
@patriciamuskevitsch835910 ай бұрын
I love how y'all recognized a need and are trying to help .
@shirleehughes812510 ай бұрын
Good job to the Canadian people who adopted the horses
@TeriRae110 ай бұрын
I’m so happy to see this!! I’ve looked at rescues in the past from the US and was excluded from applications because I’m in Canada. This is wonderful to know about! Congratulations on the continued improvements to your facility; the changes in vet care and stabling is amazing. I’m appalled by the roadblocks you keep facing with local beaucracy. Keep up the good fight!!
@juliamclane83195 ай бұрын
They have not adopted Pilgrim or Bowie yet.
@CindyLMunger10 ай бұрын
Dr Lydia, I personally wouldn’t have you (attached quickly) any other way. As far as I’m concerned you are our Mary Poppins….perfect in every way!! We are so lucky to have you!!!!!! There a few others at HP too. So you can now answer to Mary and feel confident that you are answering to the correct name !!!
@laurasharp59310 ай бұрын
Once again thank you Tawnee for doing the heavy work. You are my hero❤
@laurasharp59310 ай бұрын
I love Dr.Lydia it was so funny when she said pluck area of cat.😂❤
@jmac71333 ай бұрын
Dr Lydia is one of those very interesting people, worked in Africa, familiar with elephan rectums, cat penis sizes, and did hunting/jumping style riding, extremely intelligent yet extremely kind/compassionate with her animals. To the crew that does the editing, I just want to say great job!!! You leave those less desirable to TV moments in, making it feel like we are actually there, and not that everything is edited out. Great job the the entire team really.
@TheBlue65packer10 ай бұрын
Poor Meadow! She looks silly with her hair clicked off! Happy for Ralph, too! He is going to very good home!
@akantiia10 ай бұрын
Seeing the Dr's working together is wonderful, I love them both! So glad Fiesta is doing so good, hope she doesn't have any more attempts at being an Olympic Jumper haha 💜
@jmac71333 ай бұрын
24:54 the team does seem to really appreciate those donated lunches!
@debbiewhite360110 ай бұрын
So happy for Lady Godiva. But i do hope she will have a pasture mate to run with in that "big old field". ❤❤❤
@ErikaDeyzel-yf1ot10 ай бұрын
I agree that was the first thing that came to mind. Godiva needs a friend.🤗
@juliamclane83195 ай бұрын
“So happy for Lady Godiva too.”
@sandrajebb279010 ай бұрын
Great video! Loved the enthusiasm, everyone seemed really focused. Thanks for all you do; blessings to you all.
@juliethomas70510 ай бұрын
I hope Fiesta gets a great home. She has such beautiful eyes
@evelynnilsen539010 ай бұрын
I'll miss seeing Black Beauty. I would love to have been in the position to adopt him, but was enjoying him long distance. Maybe we will get to see him one more time as he gets ready to head to his new home?
@robyneromijn828510 ай бұрын
He was adopted a few days ago if i'm correct☺️
@juliamclane83195 ай бұрын
He actually was adopted a few days later.
@juliamclane83195 ай бұрын
“I’ll miss seeing Black Beauty too. We will get to see him one more time as he gets ready to head to his new home at his adoption appointment.”
@kathrynbowers56324 ай бұрын
I am absolutely certain that horse plus imports angelic vets!!!❤❤❤❤ The humor, love, and expert treatment is out of this world!!!🫡🫡🫡🫡
@helenabiesma556010 ай бұрын
;lovely show guys and beautiful animals who need a better home and I am glad that everything is looking ok and lot of love is glad shared with an animal and what lovely people from Canada - again sharing the world wide message -- please adopt
@juliamclane83195 ай бұрын
I think you mean lot of love and is glad that is shared with an animal.
@sandyloyst181110 ай бұрын
Huge shout out to Angela and Dawn. They are always working so hard behind the scenes. Kory's mustache is coming in awesome! Jordan, Hi nice to see ya. The young girl that adopted Sissy, her smile could not get any bigger. Fabulous! I hope the Canadian adopters return, it would be a first. The best part was the magnificent valentine's gift Troy got for his girl. Ralph is going to be a treasure. One thing I was really shocked at was that none of the Horse Plus family adopted Black Beauty. Peace.
@LM4eva1A6 ай бұрын
such cute puppies. hope they all; get homed.
@memphis237510 ай бұрын
Great episode! Please let us know how the horses are doing from the property Kory looked into. Thanks!
@annmarieschantz972410 ай бұрын
Love the volunteer new vests they look amazing!
@brotchenmonster10 ай бұрын
I wonder what happened to have Fiesta stitched up with catgut. That’s such a sturdy and aggressive material. Really impressed with Dr. Lydia, Dr. Gina and your whole vet barn! I would love more in depth episodes about the veterinary care but am very thankful for every video you give us 🧡
@candice0031610 ай бұрын
I admire the vets all of them that have appeared on the videos and esp. the farrier!! what a wonderful handsome man!!
@ninakaiser293010 ай бұрын
Cudos to Troy, now THAT‘S a Valentine‘s Day gift! 😊 Black Beauty is getting adopted, how exciting! All of the adoptions are always so sweet. And I am really looking forward to see the Costa Rica Video! My aunt has lived her last years in Costa Rica and just recently passed away. Great episode, thank you so much!
@barbrice72110 ай бұрын
Thats what grandparents do. When they are able. I hope to soon for my Twin grandkids.
@kayediefendorf49409 ай бұрын
Love Kory's Handlebar mustache! Looks good on him....
@kerstin.jitschin586110 ай бұрын
3 colors cat and blue eyes, so beautiful, sadly I’m living in Germany so it’s too far away for adoption,but I wish him lots of luck 🍀 to live with awesome people soon 🍀💜💚💖💚💜
@LM4eva1A6 ай бұрын
Wow Black Beauty is so geourgous.
@dreamcatcher386110 ай бұрын
What a fantastic episode guys ❤ This was so positive and upbeat, so much happening and lots of animals finding forever homes. I can’t wait to hear more about HP’s campaigns and the outcome. 2024 just has to be the year for the equines in the USA and if anyone can do it, it will be you guys. 🙏🏻❤️
@indyford353110 ай бұрын
Ralph is such a cute dog!
@oldageisdumb10 ай бұрын
“She’s 13 so of course she’s going to choose the prettiest one” 😆😆 He’s no fool lol
@traceywoodbridge33968 ай бұрын
Horses absolutely love sugar cubes. Only one or two. So make sure you add it to the beautiful gift
@pattyloader801310 ай бұрын
Was just looking at Black Beauty. His ears almost look like those on a Malwari horse where they are curved,…he is so beautiful!
@denisec590410 ай бұрын
I just adore your vets!!❤❤Actually all the staff at HP. You all do such amazingly great work every day. Bless you all!!
@valentines32110 ай бұрын
Where is the trainer, Lyric?
@gabirawalski176322 күн бұрын
Your videos about the adoptions are so good. It is the harvest of your excellent work. You actually check the horses' new homes later? I think it would be a really great thing if you did a special broadcast: a year after the adoption.
@kathleenvadney621710 ай бұрын
Sorry. I just couldn’t resist. It’s pronounced (Hope-ee) nation. Hop-ee nation is a little off. Please take this in the light to which it is intended as a gentle bit of help. ❤ Y’all are awesome.
@jmac71333 ай бұрын
I have only recently started watch this channel, and have seen the newer clips, it’s such a blow for the team to lose Kory, obviously he has to pay his bills, and you can’t live without money. I know he will be successful in the future, he seems genuine, and I’m sure you need to be to train untrusting animals. Hope to see him come back and visit.
@mustagotlost10 ай бұрын
Just on the cat that was already desexed,, the vets here (AUSTRALIA) put a tattoo in the ears of our our cats n dogs once done
@kayediefendorf49409 ай бұрын
Black Beauty is an Akhal-Teke! Very rare in the US. They are from the Mid East - but then you probably know this already. They can do dressage or anything the Hot Bloods can.
@kathycarbone754510 ай бұрын
I love Ralph!!😊😊
@geminidream434710 ай бұрын
I feel so sorry for Fiesta having those stitches that were the wrong type put in and having them create more misery down the line in her life as this very same thing happened to me and I had to be lanced with a scalpel with no freezing and flipped over so the poison would not enter my body or I could have died before making it to a hospital to have them removed there.
@Miauuu7110 ай бұрын
Oh,congrats,Godiva❤❤❤What a loving heart you found❤❤❤
@stilllearning836010 ай бұрын
Awesome video! Big thanks to everyone!! 🤗💖
@piia-tuuliarauhala514010 ай бұрын
A perfect Valentine’s day gift!
@cynthiamcgee482910 ай бұрын
Great show and yes eventually I would like to get a horse shelter hero t-shirt I will use it when I barrel race. I am so happy for all the adopters that got their animals. Tawnee good luck in Washington DC I hope you get everything that you strive for because you really need to fight for all of the injustices that are done in Tennessee. 💕🐎🐾
@diane601910 ай бұрын
Troy is such an intragal part of HPH. I love to watch him with the horses. And he’s mechanically inclined. Keep him around as long as you can. Also, I believe you go to the “Hopi” Nation in Arizona to do veterinary work but I’ve been hearing it pronounced “happy” and “hoppy” on your videos. The Hopi People pronounce it with a long “o” and the “e” sound on the end. Like Hope(y). (just in case you go again). From Diane in Arizona. Love all you guys.
@denisecaster125110 ай бұрын
🌺I just absolutely love Black Beauty’s ears!!! He’s so different and handsome!!! I wish that I could adopt him…🎠
@andreaciceri79410 ай бұрын
Great episode. My favorite part are the adoptions.
@SusanBowker8 ай бұрын
Thats what these neglected horses need and thank god for the vets that volunteer their time the more the merrier they also need more scientists to dicover all kinds of problems horses have, such shivers, a pill to take for colic and all kinds of things eye transplants, hearing aids, oxygen masks, all kinds of stuff etc. When people have knee problem where bone on bone they give a foam of the rooster combe its a foam that raises the bone off the bone i bet they could use that on horses also its worth a try. From SB from Brooklyn the horses that get put down should be donated to vet science it will other horses to stay alive much longer with the help of vet scientists. From SB Bklyn. NY
@lindag448410 ай бұрын
I am glad about, and solidly behind, your efforts lobbying in DC. The current laws, with regards to our equine population at risk, are inadequate and the results are shameful. In America, we should be able to do better than we are. Cheers for Godiva-->Persephone! Cheers for Ralph! Cheers for Sissy! ...and cheers for adoption appointments for Fiesta and Black Beauty! ...and Bowie or Pilgrim and 'a cat'!!! Cheers to HPHS!
@Wolfwalker7110 ай бұрын
WOOT! Im from Canada too!! Thank you for all your hard work guys!!
@maryjanepate435910 ай бұрын
Loved the show today, it's wonderful that so many animals are being adopted, the vets are a blessing, actually you all are a blessing. ❤❤😊
@dianestoltz850210 ай бұрын
Thank you to both vets great job 😊
@ApequH10 ай бұрын
The horse blanket thing really depends on the coat your horse has and if you shave it. Taking it of at 4.5 degrees Celsius (40F for the weird ones out their ;-) ) can be low, but 15 C is high enough for most shaved horses Having a blanket on does conserve energie when it's colder, but that's mostly usefull when you should be feeding your horses more
@reeannarobertson4 ай бұрын
That was amazing video.. adorable animals ❤
@emmawilde15210 ай бұрын
We can't contribute alot each month but if we win the lottery......
@GaynorCoombes-k6w10 ай бұрын
You do really great work. Keep it up guys.
@stephanieb731110 ай бұрын
Great episode. Thanks for sharing. Thank goodness you Dr. Lydia found those sutures.
@victoriacohen331910 ай бұрын
G’day HPHS Teams Supporters & Co ;-) Congratulations another exceptional episode! Congratulations Troy fiancé & family welcoming Ralph into your family 😽 xo Tawnee & Jason I can see you both living and working in the big smoke for a while, until you get the status quo changed for the betterment of all, not only locally, nationally, but internationally! Much kudos! You have one of the best teams on the 🌏 planet, synergy is terrific! Congratulations to all the wonderful adopters may you make many memories together! Love watching exceptional volunteers eventually becoming part of the team. With many source blessings with truth clarity love light laughter happiness joy fun play creativity adventures abundance wisdom wealth health and may peace be with you all! Victoria Australia 🇦🇺 xox
@JillDonaho-q1d10 ай бұрын
Lining up and waiting.
@naerwyn23910 ай бұрын
I love having seen the progress of this organization and channel! Keep going, please!! ^__^ Dr. Gina, I love your Mononoke tattoo!! Cory, I like your ECV tattoo!
@leasaselph10 ай бұрын
luv black beauty!!!!
@Groundedsquirrel10 ай бұрын
Thanks for another interesting episode!
@thanksforstoppingby10 ай бұрын
Hopi is pronounced ho pee. Long o.
@judytinker339210 ай бұрын
Look at that puppy with the three big dots on its back that is so cute. I would love to have that one.
@brucemanley759310 ай бұрын
I think Godiva couldn't have found a better forever home! ❤(R)
@judytinker339210 ай бұрын
Glad Fest is all healed up
@sunfirejewels753010 ай бұрын
Black Beauty is really beautiful, wish he could be mine!
@juliamclane83195 ай бұрын
“Black Beauty is really beautiful, wish he could be mine too!”
@juliamclane83195 ай бұрын
Black is really beautiful wish he was mine too
@judytinker33925 ай бұрын
I would think plucking that hair out would hurt like crazy. I know they’re asleep, but I wonder if it would hurt when they woke up. I think shave me is much more humane. That black and white cat is gorgeous so different the color. I’d love to have it.
@tanyabrown983910 ай бұрын
Tawnee, you are so very talented :)
@Happy-Weirdo-2310 ай бұрын
Love watching. So wish I could adopt a puppy but can't right now. I will say, Dr. Gina is my favorite to watch though.🙂
@bettyechristain971110 ай бұрын
Great video guys.
@shirleehughes812510 ай бұрын
Good job tawnee and thanks for sharing your thoughts on your new year
@marywagner992710 ай бұрын
Do you follow the 20% rule for adopters? Surely hope so.
@Taneehl10 ай бұрын
I would love to get a reply from Horse Plus about this. It seems to be an ongoing concern. I know not every adopter will be riding the horse they’re adopting, but in some cases they obviously are, and seem to exceed that weight percentage- (which is actually double that recommended in the UK, so less would be better, especially for older horses or those whose composition demands it) I think caring adopters would be alarmed to learn that they are causing suffering simply by riding their chosen horse, and all would be far better off if directed to horses more suitable to their weight. I say this as an overweight individual all too aware that I simply should not (and therefore will not) ride horses not suited to bear my weight. It’s the only humane thing to do….
@sunnyseacat685710 ай бұрын
What is the 20% rule for adopters?
@Taneehl10 ай бұрын
@@sunnyseacat6857 It’s a rule regarding the weight of a rider compared to the weight of a horse: “As a general guideline in the UK, a rider should weigh no more than 10% of the horse's bodyweight, but in the US, this limit is doubled to 20% of the horse's weight. This means for a 500kg horse, the range for the maximum rider weight is large - 50kg in the UK (just less than 8st) and 100kg in the US (15st 10lb).” 20% is actually rather high still… if not aiming for 10% as in the UK, 15% would be a better compromise… for the sake of the horses - especially older horses or those of any age whose composition or condition is not suited to bearing heavier weight on their backs. Carrying more weight than they should can cause pain and damage their backs…
@Polopony20.10 ай бұрын
@@Taneehl the 20% study is outdated and actually not well studied, the experiment was 'tainted' meaning there were too many changing variables. They used 4 year old horses who had only been under saddle for 2 weeks and then spent 2 weeks riding those horses for 2 hours every day. While I agree that Godiva was not in the right body condition for that girl to be riding her, the 20% rule needs to be re-tested using proper scientific method
@donnaelkins18610 ай бұрын
Love Doc. Lydia so amazing!❤
@gwlgurley53210 ай бұрын
💜💜💜💜💜 you guys!!!!!!
@dorcaswatson487310 ай бұрын
Just wondering if the person who placed the microchip on the little baby filly needs some further training ??
@Polopony20.10 ай бұрын
sometimes infections just happen, the body recognizes a foreign body and tries to expel it
@stardust94910 ай бұрын
Nice adoptions! (Is Keith being punished? lol!)
@ambersemona967610 ай бұрын
Rebecca You are A Amazing lady‼️🫶🏼 and I hope by you donating your time, money, and supporting their channel Will and has Inspired myself and So many others❗️🥰🙏👍🏼