HORSE TRAINING - FIRST MOUNT & FIRST RIDE | did Blake get SKUNKED?

Join us on The Farm as Blake does a little horse training on our spoiled and wild horse named Skunk. lots of groundwork gets done working the horse in the round pen - plus he does a first mount and a first ride on Skunk - and it wasn't even planned. How did it go? Did Blake get skunked by Skunk? You don’t want to miss this video!
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[@candacemckinnon4013]

The most amazing thing about your farm is the rejuvenation and second chances for these animals ♡ and let's also mention the elephant in the room....the love, savvy and support of this family is breathtaking!!!!! Background debris wasnt noticed here and hats off to y'all for teaching your children to love nature, talk to the animals in their language and saving them along the way ♡ good for the soul guys!! Let's call the negative Nellie's NEIGH sayers lol keep on keeping er positive! I love this horse and his progress, way ta go!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@janetdupree6353]

Everything Candance McKinnon said. I 💕 your channel.

[@heatherd.9390]

I am clearly behind in finding your channel and watching your videos, but I came to the comments and said a similar thing, though admittedly not as eloquently! I couldn't agree more with Candace. 99.5% of your subscribers are here to watch, enjoy, learn from & support you. I would get rid of the ones who are willing to make such rude, negative comments and keep listening to those of us who have grow to love your family and of course the animals.

[@raehawkins9933]

​@@janetdupree6353

[@jodiedwards2634]

Wow. What a week of ground work has done. Impressive! When you were washing him, he was like, “Ahhhhh. That feels good!” I’m sure the cool water did feel good. Good job everyone. Skunk is a cute pony, and learning fast. Spoiled horses are hard to handle, but learn trust when they have a good leader. ❤❤❤

[@lindalape8493]

Blake does such a good job with their horses. They always seem to respond well to him.

[@lamare8565]

This is AMAZING!! He had little trust of humans and in a short while he learned to trust. Trust is a gift. You can learn a lot about a person who trained a horse. Quoted by my grandfather. Also, people who criticize have too much time on their hands.😄 Keep doing what you're doing!!🐎

[@deeannafletcher9755]

Ignore the critics. Those that cannot do criticize those that are doing. Love what you are doing for these horses!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

great advice thank yoU!

[@michaelcollins6851]

Poor old skunk I feel sorry for him now with the surgery and blood he looked a little thinner to me anyway but man he is doing alot better with training . I wanted to comment about the person that was so rude to make comments about the farm I wouldn't listen to those dead heads they have probably never set foot on a farm before and they live in their little princess castle made of glass it no ones business how or what they do with their property and everyone isnt rich to have all those multi million sheds and equipment barns .

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks so much!!!

[@marksinger4415]

I think he looks thinner because so much hair has been brushed off

[@stardust949]

Again, watching this story a year late---but really glad you gave this little horse another chance at life. Animals are intelligent and sensitive---and they will respond to what is shown them. You obviously showed him patience, care, and positive attention, and it changed his whole life.

[@kerry17]

Allen and Blake, ya'll are wonderful with horses. I live my life for horses. I've trained a few and still have my 32 year old first ever horse. Thank you for sharing and god bless yall from Louisiana.

[@Edwinthemountainman8454]

Same my mother had a new forrest pony called freya she became 35 years old i stil Miss her realy God bless you Kerry

[@treciahamm2931]

Great job guys. Skunk has improved a lot and his surgery will sure help him keep going in the right direction.

[@GrandmaGaye]

Skunk isn't as much of a stinker as he started out. He actually likes the attention I think. Keep on keeping on.

[@christinegilbert5703]

Great job, Blake. Think it wasn't such a bad idea to buy this little horse. Still think he deserves a better name to live up to. How about Checker, because his black and white look checkered and because evidently he has had a somewhat chequered past.😄

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Like that but I think Skunk 🦨 has stuck!!

[@bonniewooters6796]

🤔🤔 I just got back from the tower where Doctor is at looking down all across the land. Saw your video and thought about those people in their own gilded tower with no dirt under fingernails or up in their nose passing judgment on us who have to work a job raise a family and care for many animals AND may have stuff everywhere waiting for time to complete projects or just get some order on the farm. Whew that was long.....Invite them to come over with a rake shovel or a broom and just give a hand. Then thank them and slam the door on their behind then sit and relax for a bit. They won’t be back but they WILL keep giving everyone crap cus just mean spirited. There sure have been more and more of those kind of folks last few years and they’re all bullies. Your army of followers DEFINITELY have your back and you are really growing. Just keep it up and we’ll help you sweep them all out the door. 👍👍👍👍. What a team you both are together. Dad tests the horses to see what he’s got the team into and son polishes them up so the price can go up when horse is sold. I love how you each pat one another on the back and do a lot of joking too. And though Skunk is still healing he’s having a good experience learning that humans aren’t that mean after all. It’s a give and take and it comes with a reward at the end like an aaahhh feeling of cool water on his healing parts. He may have never had such a good life but he’s learning and old habits won’t return. Hope ya keep him a little longer and polish him up some more so when ya sell him he will be the horse he was meant to be and be a good ride from the very beginning for new owner. He’s really a very smart horse with a good eye and very alert and now has a chance to be even better. As a team and a family with love and so much soul for your land and all your animals ......you DEFINITELY have captured my heart. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@cindypendleton7901]

Wow. And no bridle! I'm so impressed. Blake did a great job. So did Skunk.

[@endtimer]

New name needed. What a lovely horse.

[@pslny]

Good idea, I suggest Pepe le pew

[@quest4knowledge768]

I like skunk it's cute and think it should stay I would keep it is I bought him. But he is a little short for me

[@steemerxaxon1643]

GREAT WORK with the Horses!!!!! & The PEOPLE that say your place looks awful...TELL THEM TO SHOW THEIR PERFECT PLACE!!!!

[@nurscathwill]

Blake knows his stuff! Finally, skunk gets a break!

[@beverlycook8679]

I think your Farm is BEAUTIFUL! I know what "In Progress" is. Anyone would be blessed to have such a wonderful Ranch. GOD Bless you and your Family... ❤️

[@adventureswithrobinc3262]

Ty for not giving up on Skunk. It is because of you he has a shot of a forever home. Would like to see your projects, whether they are horse projects or farm projects. Just really enjoy your videos.

[@kelswan06]

First, I think Skunk will make someone a Great little ride.. Second, I think your farm looks like a working farm.. Thank you for the videos.. Much appreciated!!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks so much!!!

[@steveadams99708]

Blake has a perfect temperament, patience, and magic touch that many horse trainers only dream of. Skunk will make someone a really good horse in the future

[@marciking8052]

I cant believe someone would criticize you...RUDE your place is real and what matters is how you treat your animals

[@pennylane428]

Blake has such a good heart and I can tell how talented he is because he has soft hands when he handles the horses. I really appreciate that you never see him with spurs and putting harsh bits on the horses. It’s nice to see skunk clacking and blowing showing his submission. I come from a horse family and I really enjoy watching the enthusiasm as y’all look at your equine and decide how you purchase, train & sell them, it’s really a great channel. Blessing🤠

[@crystalwashburn3611]

Blake is an amazing young man loved seeing him talk to skunk and doing his thing with a gentle heart absolutely beautiful horseman ship

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks so much

[@pambarber3943]

Well done you and Jake have done so well with Skunk.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks

[@kimszabo6752]

Yea Skunk !! I am impressed. He has a job and a purpose now. Good job you guys . Praying he gets the perfect home for him. No more sitting around.

[@waynewhiteday8431]

I’m so very impressed with how far the horse has come congratulations don’t worry about the place haters gonna hate

[@chika8957]

Wow Skunk did so good and he acts so much better since you gelded him

[@marypatten9655]

this is a horse ranch. not some show farm. they get paid for training, buying, sellig and trading horses not doing yard work. love what you do. thank you for making the videos. no worry about finding out the true nature of this horse. as stated before. he acts more like he wants to be a one person horse.

[@charmainegercke6300]

Love on that horse for trusting and figuring it out.

[@heatherbrown5866]

Wow, your new "project" is doing so much better, much faster than I ever thought possible. The name Skunk might have fit him well in the beginning, but I agree with some commenters that it doesn't seem to fit him now. Hopefully the new owner will choose to call him something different. His coloring reminds me of an ice cream swirl flavor, like "Cookies and Cream." Alas, I can't take him, but if it were up to me, I'd probably call him, "Cookies" or "Ice Cream" or "Cream Dream" or maybe just "Dream." LOL -- In any event, I'm so happy for Skunk that first, he has you folks to work with him, and second, that he was quick to change his attitude and be more agreeable. Sure, gelding helped, but he showed signs of a good attitude before his operation. This is an uplifting story, thanks for sharing this!

[@janineschindler2966]

Your family is so great with horses. I loved this video. I just realized how old it is. But I'm new to the channel so I will be watching old and new videos. Lol

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@judymorton5991]

When people take the time to train a 10 year old unbroke horse, they have just improved the chance of that horse to start in on a much better life. I love what you have done with this horse. The videos of him are my favorite.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks so much!! More to come

[@susanfrey7065]

Blake you are doing a fabulous job I love the way you are so patient with the horses.God bless you from Michigan ❤️

[@deni9626]

Amazing job. The difference is night and day. Trust does something to man and beast, learning it is hard if you have been hurt, but so worth it with animals. The audacity of someone to say your farm looks bad, wow. That says they are either rich, spoiled or have never been on a farm. It is always a work in progress, and you don't go throwing away things that still have use as other things. Not on a farm or ranch. Or some peoples homes, just depends, but wire, wood, metal. It is not like you have trash or garbage. Wow, that was so rude, my hair about stood on end I was so shocked. Keep doing the great work, this is extremely knowledgable, entertaining, and just plain enjoyable.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

thank you!

[@stacycardinale8081]

Skunk was great. Blake's the man!!

[@helencline5768]

Blake makes it look easy.

[@janwagner7818]

Blake did a great job-you both are actually a good team together-Skunk has come a long was but did a great job-enjoyed watching❤God Bless

[@deannaharrell6803]

Found out when I castrated one of my horses that he was a free bleeder. Had to call the Vet back later that night. The Vet came and saw the blood on the ground had not even jellied. He had to give him 100 cc of Vitamin K to clot the blood. It was touch and go for a couple of days. What a name for a horse Skunk 😊. I know he looks good cleaned up. Good job Blake. ❤️🫶❤️ N.C.🇺🇲

[@nancyreed9817]

Nancy teacher Blake reminds me of my younger brother. That is all good! Love those horses.

[@helencline5768]

I think his love for horses the,horse can sense a good person glad I found your channel,know nothing about horses,but love the kindness you’ll show your horses.

[@kmuno1783]

“Judge not less ye be judged” is that the way it goes? Judgemental people have nothing better to do in there life besides trying to make others feel as bad as they feel. Your yard is your yard, they have know idea how it is in ranch life. There is always going to be something to be done it’s just the way it is.

[@sillysally426]

Just saying.....we do not approve of our own personal sin/or personal problems when we see it somewhere else. This is one of the things this old lady has noticed more these days. Seeing my problem elsewhere really irritated me. Haha. Ignore them unless they want to work or send cash to you to pay for it to be organized. You all have great jobs, extra activities in schools, beautiful loving family, and beautiful attitude. Ignore those trolls. Love to you all.

[@Mainecoon_Izzy]

Glad you addressed the troll criticism. Nice job, well said......... People should learn to stay in their own sandbox 😜

[@692caw]

I can definitely see that Blake is going to have a great career ahead of him. He knows when to be gentle with them and then when he needs to demand more of them.

[@donnakytle6595]

No big head,Blake your awesome young trainer.You seem to really enjoy it.I think it has a lot to do with your calm demeanor!🤔

[@michelekahle5599]

I just started watching your channel. I just love watching Blake with these horses. He has great energy and the horses trust him. He takes his time with them and he is so gentle with the horses. I grew up riding horses so these videos bring back a lot of memories for me. Thank you for saving these horses and finding them good homes.

[@sharonnowlin2297]

Blake and Skunk did a great job!!! And I am sure that Alan did a good bit with how great Skunk is doing!!! I never thought that Skunk would progress this far, this quick !!! Amazing!!! CONGRATS Guys !!!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks so much he’s done really well!

[@sharonnowlin2297]

@@TheFarmonRoute66 You have to admit that from what I can see, Blake learned from the very best. You and your wife together! You two should take the credit that you deserve!!!

[@kimhollenbeck6954]

Alan and Blake I love the way that you and Alan work him in the round pen,He has come a long way since he arrived on the farm and three days ago he was gelded.Awesome job training him

[@Dovejep]

Skunk has come a long way! Good job guys!!

[@susanmckown3054]

The. Farm. Is a working. Farm. Looks. Good. Guys. Good. Job. 😀😘

[@joanneganon7157]

Wow , what a Huge difference. Good job Allen and Blake and Skunk LOL JO JO IN VT 💕😄☃

[@helencline5768]

I’m impressed with that son of yours,gonna make some young lady a good husband,had good parents, GID BLESS ALL OF YOU 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks so much

[@davidkellynicholas1427]

Blake you are Awesome....And your place is awesome!!!

[@rayyoung7780]

I was impressed, big time, with Skunk’s progress. Good work!

[@karmenolsen7686]

You could see Skunk learning. He’s smart.

[@kenparham5747]

Sad that people have nothing better to do than try to put people down. Don't let them get you down and God bless you guys

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks so much

[@chrismessick9258]

Awesome job! I love how he looked so relaxed and was licking and chewing!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you!! 😊

[@fludrbywest3886]

He’s so purdy ❤ love skunky ❣️❣️

[@kenparham5747]

I knew he was gonna be ok, just needed someone to put in the time with him. Great job Allen I did notice how Blake was trying to take credit for your hard work. Lol

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

🤣

[@cornflake73]

skunk did great today. he could turn into a really nice ride.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

I think so too!

[@drddianesbryant]

Man, Blake and Skunk look good - they look like they’ve been riding as a pair forever. Skunk may end up being Blake’s favorite.

[@tamfur]

Skunk: Blake, why did you stop playing with me? What a difference! You're going a great job with him.

[@daedreamshelties]

Allen, I personally thought you were going fast with him but look at the progress. The horse is smart and you and Blake did great by him and the other horses you work with

[@pattyl.sanchez4411]

Wonderful and patient training. Such a joy to watch.

[@davidkellynicholas1427]

Blake your awesome! And your place is beautiful....its a farm. The people that say your place looks awful....their Jealous cause they don't have a farm. 😀

[@carolinepetersen1452]

Can really see how much work Alan did with him. Even Blake gave Dad some props. Skunk has come a long way. Great job! He's an interesting horse for sure.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks 👍

[@bigrigger5617]

Blake is just a natural horseman

[@vduron1]

He's doing great! Good job!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank u

[@robinchemin3631]

Good job, guys! He's doing so good!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you

[@beverlymcgue514]

Your son is very good with training. You trained him well Dad.

[@sshepard5222]

You’ve got a lot of beautiful and interesting horses, but non excite me to see their progress as much as skunk. To see him slowly overcoming all his fear is great , he really highlights your horsemanship abilities more than others. Sometimes the tough ones make it the most worth it.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks so much!!

[@brendaladigo1383]

I think it looks great! It's a working farm!

[@valeriesmith1654]

Just beautiful to watch.💖

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you so much!

[@randymcguire9130]

Like your channel I’ve done the same thing all my life and I still love the work

[@territn8871]

🤜🤛Blake, you did an awesome workout and 1st ride with Skunk!! I love Skunk, his mane and forelock are gorgeous. Aww, I hate like everything you're not keeping him. I realize you can't keep them all. However, Skunk is so stunning with the black/blonde mane and tail, just seems he should be a keeper and give him a forever home for the first time in his life! He's going to be a wonderful horse, definitely worth keeping I think.

[@LynneDemonQueen1]

Alan, there's nothing wrong with you doing what you did to see what you got. Don't listen to the critics. I do the same thing, because if you don't know what you got or where the horse is at with training and mentally, you don't know where to start with them. Did you spend non work time with him like I suggested? Skunk is very focused on you even though Blake is working with him, you have his attention. He's always got an eye or an ear on you. Looks like Skunk is yours Alan (at least in skunks mind) good job Skunk and Blake! Proud from OK!

[@mercswifejl]

What i wanna see in the future? Lol that would be me living there 🤣 😂 😅!!!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

😍

[@debdavis7382]

Hey don't pay any attention to those negative remarks. That was a fantastic job!!

[@southernslipping4225]

Don’t worry about what others think they probably rent where they live an I love your place I’m also working on my farm getting my stalls an round pin built it’s always something we want to add

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

we agree there is always something but htat makes it fun.

[@rebellynn4574]

he is doing good , i am so glad you bought this little horse he will do good

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Really impressed with him

[@asphaltcowboy9451]

Skunk well make a fine ranch horse, great job!

[@ksanurse]

It just looks like a traditional cowboys farm. Lots of horses and lots to do. Skunk went so well. I hope you make a decent profit for turning into a good pony. I think he enjoys the attention.

[@jimh4167]

I like your videos I think they are a great source of information. for those who have or want horses with little background as to how to work with them

[@quest4knowledge768]

Your place doesn't look like crap. It looks like a working ranch. I am in the same place. Work full time with kids and a ranch. At the end of the day everyone's fed and happy the projects get done when the time and money is available as a bonus.

[@tremikafrancis6776]

Blake is pretty good with horses 🐎 he is the horse whisperer 🙃

[@elizabethjanik510]

Awesome! Good Job Blake. 😊👍🐎🐴💜🏇🏇

[@susanthornburg5200]

JUST WONDERFUL ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️🥰

[@EquestrianAri]

That's pretty good for a first ride!

[@melissasterling5772]

Skunk is a beautiful horse.

[@heidihale9237]

I’m super impressed!!! Skunk has come a long way and Blake is a great horseman!!! I almost cried!!! 🐎💙

[@lorenzolong8529]

Pay no attention to haters, they probably live in a city in a condo or in an apt. I think your farm is cozy, very home comfortable! Love it!

[@ashleigharnold6383]

I love the title of this vid 😂 God Bless Ya’ll

[@dineryderz3nhorseracing374]

Good job Blake

[@MuumiMamma85]

People has alot to say behind their screens. Yeah, it is littlebit messy but as long as it is not danger to animals or kids, who cares. We should focuse on that, that this young boy uses very nice and calm methods. NO harsh bridles, tiedup legs, pulling, slapping etc. Atleast these few vid i have been watching. Would like to see these ppl geting up on a horse without any bridles on for the first time and stay calm and softhanded.

[@rickharris5485]

Nice job! You guys are good people. I'd consider myself lucky to have you as a neighbor.

[@WalkerFarmFam]

Awesome job y’all! A diamond in the rough! 🖤🤍

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Hey guys - thanks!

[@joannsmith9]

He is a sweet horse especially considering that he was uncomfortable from surgery!

[@vivianwinford3681]

Great job on Skunk. It's not piles of junk... It's stuff. Stuff has many uses, you just don't know the use it is needed for which project.

[@ziatyler22]

I think yr farm looks great !! Skunk lookin way better now that he has a job 2do. U go guys.That little horse is learning fast.🇿🇦💜🐴

[@willwipf7030]

Second video I seen with skunk ,he learns quick,he no acbig animal but he's going to be a tough bugger , but you probably already know that

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

He is tough!!

[@thetinbarnfarm]

Good job guys he is coming along well

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Trying to keep up with Johny!!

[@thetinbarnfarm]

@@TheFarmonRoute66 i cant keep up with him!

[@marksmith4582]

What a great video! First ride! Way to go Blake! So impressed that Skunk is beginning to calm down! Well done Palmer Family! Have a great Blessed rest of your week! Mark in Iowa.

[@lindawarrell4281]

He’s cute! I had one like this named Frosty and he was an awesome horse! You’re doing a great job!