We Rescued the World's Oldest Mule from Slaughter | January Auction

We rescued the world's oldest mule from slaughter during the January Auction Rescue! We rescued 12 animals at the first auction, and then we saved 5 more at the next week's auction for a total of 17 precious lives saved from the slaughter pipeline during January! You won't want to miss a minute of these auction rescues.
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[@nickygentle9246]

So happy old lady knew kindness for her last few hours 💓

[@fracturedfauve]

I cried when “Old Lady” went down. I can’t imagine how scared and confused she was. Thank you for showing her love before you had to say goodbye. Thank you HPHS for all you do and for being guardian angels to the animals.

[@Weeeewriter]

*Amen and well said Fauve.* 💝

[@7thMack]

Yes. It was wonderful that she could spend her last moments in the arms of everyday angels.

[@conniewolf7300]

Thank you for rescuing the old mule. He probably worked his whole life and this is the thanks he gets for it! Humans are ungrateful and arrogant!

[@gwentofanelli2977]

Just take care of yourself...we all need you healthy..

[@kitcatsmom]

I had to put my horse down at 38. I can't imagine doing anything else and don't understand how anyone could send these pour souls to auction. Thank you for all that you do.

[@Shankulaaa]

Thabk you for living your babe enough to give them a merciful and dignified death, and loving them across to the other side.

[@lindanorris2455]

right on.

[@sandyverwys770]

38!! Wow! She was obviously very well cared for by you to have lived so long

[@pythonpatrolexotics]

When I was 15 I got a unbroken Arabian horse from a auction, at this auction I didn't notice horses in bad conditions but maybe the best comes out first, also this was over 20 years ago. I loved this horse! I trained her to ride, though she didn't ever take to a saddle. One day she got her leg caught on something and fell hard, she ended up breaking her leg. We had to help her get into a stall so she could get her leg wrapped up and she wouldn't be able to move too much during her first few weeks of heeling. After a few days she fell down (don't know how), we tried for hours trying to get her off her back but failed. My grandpa told me she was suffering and had to be put down, it was a truly sad day

[@bonnylouwho76]

You MUST have loved and given such special care to your horse for it to live that long. Thank you for giving your horse the last act of kindness when it was needed.

[@longwhitemane]

I must have something in my eyes. My heart really broke for the "Ol' Lady" mule. She must have been so lonely and so terrified being at the auction, let alone transport to an unknown place. Thank you for all you do for all of these wonderful equines.

[@gwentofanelli2977]

I'm new but I'm worried Keiths health...

[@lyssakate]

Seeing that mare run was beautiful. Home, safe, at last. Thank you for doing what you do

[@randybutler4772]

Thank you ALL for what you do to help these animals. Thank you for sharing!🐴

[@siiiiiuu7]

I understand that there are many people who are completely against the idea of euthanizing (and I'm against it too in many circumstances), but I have to say, I respect that HPHS doesn't keep a suffering animal alive just for the sake of making us humans feel better. If an animal needs to be on a cocktail of medications (which I assume get highly costly) just to not feel pain and function normally, I'd personally much rather they be given a peaceful send-off (while making space for potential new rescues). Of course in an ideal world, they would never be neglected, abused, and abandoned in the first place but I think these rescuers are doing the best they can.

[@HughLlewellyn]

I absolutely LOVE that you're doing ninja auction raids. The pissed off kill buyers are probably some of the jerks spreading lies on FB about you. I'm glad you're eating into their reprehensible profits. That sweet old mule brought me to tears. To have lived so long, means someone loved and cared for her. How she could have ended up in the situation she was in, suffering so badly, it's just heartbreaking. I can't imagine the strength it takes to deal with what you have to. Hugs to you all. Thank you.

[@heatherd.9390]

Beautifully said - I agree with you 100%, Hugh.

[@michelleshaw1211]

I can't stop crying. Those poor babies who humans have neglected. I'm so sorry you all have to do these humane acts for them but, am forever grateful that you are. THANK YOU. My heart's love and deep admiration to you all. Love the new Vet Tech. Great addition to the team. Love and prayers to you all. Loved seeing the horse run in her freedom!! I finally smiled. Thanks for those shots of her. JOY!! Makes it worth even the sadness. A Colorado Mountain Grandma, USA

[@michelleshaw1211]

Loved the Horse Plus Mission Impossible (HPMI) rescue auction. Very COOL. Keep up the great work. A much happier rescue. You are beautiful people!!!!!! A Colorado Mountain Grandma, USA

[@ancientonessanctuary1139]

Not enough saved, thousands going to slaughterhouses, shipping to Germany Mexico Canada UK Japan EU Italy France Denmark for human meat pet products. Many were pets, loved, served their owners . Shameful unconsciousness of owners. Vets should be ashamed of prices and refusing treatment for payments. See Florida SPCA horse slaughter page section

[@ancientonessanctuary1139]

It's sooooo much worse than shown. Horses are hit in heads with electric prodes, shovels, eyes poked out by staff, bulldoses used to push those around too weak or injured to stand, cold , cold wind, dehydration for months , big lick horrors unspeakable cruelty torture conditions. Hi there. Go to one and scream loud at media that ignores it... Call senators, govenor who ignores it in every state.. a huge trailer of racehorses in freeway accident , tattooed lips burned off and on their way to slaughterhouse! Abuse is everywhere. See Texas shipping kill pens of BLM your USA tax payers money for this slaughtering horses, dehydrated tortured emaciated bones showing starved after muscular free healthy on Federal land USA tax payers money pays for all of this horror See movie the horse story See Facebook Animal communicator course Lynn see famous penolope Smith telepathic interspecies communication CD DVD, famous horse communication horses scientific evidence link their heartbeats to all In. Their herd, FAMILY!! Yet BLM seperated all wild horses families , foals died already trampled foals smashed foals hanging out of mares running from helicopters fright, then foals go to Canada UK Japan France as human meat! USA tax payers money!

[@lorindagood6825]

Please God, have mercy on our souls. I'm sobbing. How ????

[@jasminepotts9062]

It makes me sad how hard the kill buyers try to make rescuing these beautiful creatures as difficult as possible for you guys. It’s heartbreaking how so many people could just turn away from these situations or even worst contribute to the problem by bringing animals here in the first place. I appreciate all the hard work you all do to save these souls.

[@user-or8gq5ux4q]

Angela is such a sweet lady. Love her dimples. She does a great job.❤

[@S.DuRose]

They all break my heart it’s unbelievably cruel how they are treated by first their owners and then the kill buyers but thank god you are there to help them. For some reason I can’t get the bison out of my mind today I pray it is at peace one way or another now

[@kahlanstewart]

Getting that old mule up, and having to help her stand was one of the rawest things I've seen while watching Horse Plus. To think she was loved once, and now she's been left in that condition and all alone really got to me. I'm in tears.

[@sidoniebradmoore7517]

Thank God for the merciful goodbyes to these lovely creatures. St Francis, care for and gudie these wonderful people. Horse Plus for ever

[@robinandrews5478]

As the same with ‘ol people

[@kathleenmoyer5478]

​@@sidoniebradmoore7517 Wonderfully said! I agree

[@AccidentallyOnPurpose]

The last act of kindness: the food, the attention, and a peaceful passing around people that care is so touching. Thank you guys for giving them as comfortable and peaceful rest as possible.

[@jessicaoppegard6578]

Seeing that horse running around, looking so happy, after they were just saved, was so beautiful and heartwarming 🖤 I am so happy for the ones who will have a good life from now on! Thank you Horse Plus 🖤🖤🖤

[@anthonyharris3193]

iam from ireland cant get over the amount of race hores killed here shame

[@stardust949]

I applaud your plan for the Covert auction rescues---good thinking.

[@lorrainemerry8661]

This is so cruel, It must be heart breaking for you guys, You are true heros.

[@simplefloridagirl]

I'm absolutely livid someone let your horses out!!!! I bed it was the kill buyers wanting to make your day harder. So glad you were able to save these babies.

[@adriennefraschetta5391]

I hope someone was there with the ones you had to give the last act of kindness..😓

[@karenpiotte90]

Great idea to go incognito! Cuts off unwanted problems from idiots that don't care about these poor souls!

[@julesdujour297]

I so believe in the "last act of kindness" Thank god HPHS understands this, no more SUFFERING, and a team that is a godsend to these gentle souls.

[@ElizabethDMadison]

Yes, sometimes it's time to let an animal go. This is because they are animals and prolonging their suffering is without purpose. With people, the value of their life even in suffering is irreducible and some people need to hear that message! We mustn't apply the same ethical standards to humans as to animals whose "quality of life" has waned. Euthanasia may be the "last act of kindness" to a horse with degeration of the coffin bone, but it's correctly termed murder (or suicide) when committed against a person. The difference is human dignity and the merit of human acts including practice of the virtue of fortitude in the last difficulties of life. Charity toward human beings includes palliative care but also support for life until natural death. Yes this is a heavy topic but the greatness of the human spirit is that we are able to rise to the occasion of patience in suffering, or faithful care for the sick and elderly.

[@mel720]

@@ElizabethDMadison There are cases of human euthanasia, and I do believe it's correctly termed euthanasia. If someone has a terminal illness where the end of the disease means prolonged intractable pain, or loss of function of the body and/or mind, I think that the person enduring the illness having the right to define their end of life care, even if that should mean euthanasia of some form is a part of that, I don't see why the human should have to suffer through something we wouldn't expect our animals to go through. It happens all over our country now in a mild form where the patient is actively dying and doctors order morphine "titrated to comfort." It ends the pain and suppresses breathing and the body is able to relax which hastens death. Some countries, and even states in the U.S. are now allowing a more overt form of euthanasia. It's not always murder or suicide. It's a choice to retain dignity and exit this world on one's own terms. I do agree with you that sometimes it's best, and what are we but are apex animals? Be well! ❤

[@ElizabethDMadison]

@@mel720 Your comment proves why I needed to comment on this subject. Taking an action purposed to end one's life is always wrong (suicide). End of life decisions or end of life pre-planning should not be suicide-minded. End of life reasonable care including palliative care that isn't intended to kill but has a risk of shortening life is not suicide. Deciding for another person like you would for a pet "let's put them down, they're suffering" is murder, not compassion. Be with them, give them a drink of water, relieve their pain. At some point each of us will die, but that moment should arrive in its own time.

[@mel720]

@@ElizabethDMadison We will agree to disagree. I read your comment and just thought you're plain wrong. I have chronic pain. My disease is not terminal, but knowing how terrible my pain is sometimes, and how much worse it can be with some terminal conditions where pain wracks the body ceaselessly, I might have a different perspective. Euthanasia simply means "good death." You're talking of relief of pain, it can hasten death. The death comes easier and sooner than it would otherwise. I believe you're splitting hairs. There but for the grace of God go I. You really shouldn't judge what you don't understand, and until you walk a mile you can't. I may not have a full understanding, but I have a fuller understanding and I would never judge someone else who would like to ease out of this world relaxed, rather than contracted in pain and screaming for mercy. There was a time we could not do much, but we can now. If someone wants to consciously make decisions about what their end will entail, it's not for me or you, for that matter, to say that they shouldn't have that right. I read your comment for what it was, a judgement on what is or isn't okay for someone else... and I absolutely 💯 disagree. That's okay. We both face that unknown crossing and I would never wish pain, or torture, or torment on you or anyone else. I hope that when the time comes for you, it's peaceful and easy. That's the same thing I would wish for anyone. Natural disease states don't always allow for that as they progress. Some are nasty, and that isn't a strong enough word. I'm not saying that it's my place to make decisions for others, neither is it yours, and that's the point. I just feel you judge much too harshly what you can't understand. I meant it when I said be well.

[@ElizabethDMadison]

@@mel720 Suffering is a part of life. It's not an unusual part of life either, even though it is so truly difficult. Being patient under its burdens is virtue. I absolutely do not agree suicide is the answer. It's a failure and insofar as someone freely chose it (as opposed to mental illness), they are gravely morally at fault. I warmly hope you'll have loving people around you who support and care for you and value your life and let you know it.

[@fizz555]

I do love Keith and his love, care and attitude. I think he is your unsung hero, if i could i would nominate him for employee of the month and year! And he builds vet barns

[@hphs]

Keith is incredible!

[@lynnbetts4332]

And he doesn't mind slobbery kisses.

[@patriciaboyer2675]

He deals with an awful lol yet seems happy to be doing so. Thanks for being willing to go with the flow Keith.

[@dezikirkcaldy5708]

We so just need some love and compassion in this world right now.

[@ricklaurelnovotny4829]

I'm sure added are opening gates almost need few people patrolling all night w a weapon or tear gas

[@heatherd.9390]

Watching minis unload off of a trailer is a hoot! They always jump as if they're trying to clear the moon. I love seeing Keith with the animals. His compassion for them touches me... maybe it's because we don't see him with the horses once they're back at the shelter. Either way, his gentle, kind nature towards them makes my heart happy. On top of that, Cory dealing with the animals is also such a pleasure to see - he truly knows and loves these creatures and it is obvious. The way he was there to help the old mule was touching, while at the same time he was so tender to the paint horse (and all the others, I'm sure). Love, love, LOVE Jenna, the new vet tech. She clearly knows what she is doing and loves the animals and wants to see them well. She's a keeper, for sure! Heather🇨🇦

[@hummingbird275]

Very well said.

[@LMPR]

Covert bid is really good idea. Stick it to those cruel people. You Rock.

[@katnilsson]

I have no words to describe how cruel this is! I’m happy these individuals don’t suffer anymore thanks to you guys. How can anybody let anyone, no matter what species we belong to, suffer!? 🥺

[@SolitudeSometimesIs]

Sorry you didn't manage to rescue the big Belgium draught horse, I can't bare to imagine what horrors await for all those unrescued horses at the slaughterhouse.

[@juliewaye7024]

Good job you got Cory he’s invaluable with a great sense of humour.All your work you do is invaluable toooooo you are all so kind and professional good work .Julie UK 🥰😍

[@Lynne2106]

Jenna, the vet tech, is bringing improved methods. You were good. Now you are very very good. Congratulations!

[@hphs]

Thanks! She is amazing!

[@maximilianemusterfrau1265]

Hopefully the rest of your team is ok with the improvements that Jenna brings in. I feel you all are doing your very very best and you are such an amaizing team! Greetings from Germany! 😘❤👍

[@kimberlyrivard6945]

So happy you have Jenna the vet tech there to work the intakes.

[@joannbrewer6046]

The donkeys DO unload with a 'jump over the moon jump', it almost makes me ashamed to get any joy while all this work is being by your Sainted crew is working to help these pitiful animals that Our Lord has created. To help us while we are on this earth and look how we show them our gratitude. .

[@sallykirby4907]

Tawnee, I'm sorry you have been sick. I think you guys at the Rescue are heroes!

[@casinochris1707]

Amazing - I started donating $5 a month in December....I wish everyone who watched could just donate $5 a month to help Horse Rescue

[@anniewright6358]

I started off with $5, decided I could double that amount, but then I had to put a hold.on My credit card due to suspected fraud , sadly it was through another rescue where I Made a one-off donation that multiplied. When I have a new card my donation will resume. You do such a wonderful job, and to make it possible that some poorly horses won’t need to travel in huge pain in the slaughter pipe-line, Even knowing they will be going over the rainbow bridge, is the kindest thing you can do for them

[@ricklaurelnovotny4829]

What happened to Maddie

[@jeanettecoleman-mz7ie]

4 paws I donate to, if Everyone donated & didn't leave it up to some with a conscience imagine the changes that could happen!😊

[@Carmelle747]

Jenna is such an amazing addition to the team! I’m sure her expertise is making everything smoother and I know the supporters appreciate her!

[@carlamaclay1448]

Even with having to say goodbye to so many this month, we so SUPPORT YOU!!! in rescuing these horses and ponies in pain and giving them love and the last act of kindness. It makes me cry to think of how much more suffering they would have endured going from auction to auction with little feed and minimal water, no pain management.

[@dreamcatcher3861]

I don’t think I could love you guys more if I tried. It takes beautiful strong souls to do this work, the dedication every single one of you shows to these magnificent animals, is second to none. Every horse, Pony, mule, donkey, mini and critter that steps onto your land is shown what true love is. They’re given respect, which they truly deserve. You hold space for each and every one of them, which is beautiful. Thank you for you. Thank you from them, you’re beautiful. ❤️🙏🏻

[@hphs]

Thank you so much for your kind words.

[@hummingbird275]

Very well said 👍🏽♥️

[@lesliewilliamsliranzo1016]

You all are Guardian Angel's for these animals. THANK YOU! I wish everyone would treat them with the same kindness & mindset as the HPHS team. God Bless you all.

[@Julesong]

Mules are wonderful animals! Thank you for saving them! 💙

[@lxn2850]

I thank y'all for everything you do. Those 5 souls received love.

[@brucemanley7593]

That's for sure..."it makes the whole day worth it!"...no kidding, you said it!!!!(Robin)

[@bettyjean2793]

I believe that the animals you rescue that (when you see them their worst), they see how you treat them and they know their suffering is over. You can see the sparkle in their eyes 😍🤎🤍 Parying for your recovery Taynee.💜🙏🏼 You & workers are all angels.

[@jillking5876]

The new vet tech is really a wonderful addition to the intake process. With Cory taking care of the donkeys, their life is immediately less stressful. He's really been a great teacher in how donkeys and mules "think" so much differently than horses. Well done on the regular auction, and I really love the new covert rescues as well. Keep it up guys!

[@dezikirkcaldy5708]

Very compassionate.Thank you so much.

[@Clawdeer]

The Old lady broke my heart at least she had love and care at the end. Cant help it i just bawl at all the auctions as i know we all want to save each and every one. Thank you to each and every one of you who go through the heartache and stress of it all. You are all angels X

[@katiedrew4708]

For years I thought it was ONLY dogs and cats that were mistreated and needed help. I'm so glad I discovered this channel. I'm now a subscriber and hopefully I will feel able to donate. Bless you all.

[@aprilchapman2758]

Everyone of you have such compassion that is humbling.

[@Hurricaneintheroom]

How do people take such terrible care of their animals? Some of these could've been saved had their owners taken them to the vet. My heart goes out to the paint horse and the 40 yo donkey. Who keeps a donkey for 40 years and then dumps it into a kill auction. They should've allowed her a good life for the time she had and then thank her for being a good donkey so she can leave to go to a better life in heaven. So cruel.

[@lisabek72]

May GOD bless you for giving these animals kindness

[@pamelabrigham5605]

Blessings BELOVED 😍 GOD'S REWARDING THE LIKENED UNTO YOU XO ❤️ SELAH AMEN BEAUTIFUL ❣️ BABYS

[@Rainheadofshadowclan]

That chestnut mare from the covert rescue was gorgeous! Hopefully she'll get a good home soon when she's ready for adoption!

[@TheWhyNugget]

I absolutely love what you all you doing! Making a huge difference in the lives of so many animals. It must be so rewarding but at the same time heartbreaking for the ones you aren't able to get your hands on. Thank you for what you do ❤

[@Tah.lei_]

I compeletely disagree with horse slaughter it is inhumane and disgusting and I respect every one of you so much I respect every person who has saved horses from being slaughtered

[@mamad3170]

The new vet tech is wonderful. Good work, all!

[@briefredrick5926]

Absolutely love the idea of covert auctions. This will allow you to save even more precious lives as well as auctions on their toes. Thank you for doing what you do support all stages of life as well as giving the act of kindness. You do amazing work!

[@dianneimustson704]

So beautiful

[@louisegunn2323]

Oh I firmly believe that all your rescued horses and mules this would be the first time in their lives they have received so much love and care. 🇦🇺💗💗💕💕

[@Shankulaaa]

Aaaaaand I just bawled my face off. Thank you for how amazing you are to the poor souls at the end of their lives, giving them love and mercy.

[@bonnylouwho76]

How can you handle seeing these poor broken horses that are so sweet and kind,I cry and cry each time I watch even the same episodes repeatedly. WHY would these monsters spend the money to transport a broken horse, when they could pay the same to have them kindly euthanized and kindly interred? My brother is a Vet and he usually takes my dear old rescue dogs out to his farm property to bury for me. A couple of times I had to have him take care of them when I could not find a way to travel the 30 miles each way to his office. I actually convinced someone to drive me to his clinic with a dog that I rescued JUST to get her out of the dang shelter as I was watching her go downhill daily begging me with her eyes. I will tell her known story another day. Heartbreaking at least I/we had the chance to shower her with love before she had to be given release.

[@kathrynsinclare8459]

Oh that’s wonderful. Thank you so much for caring for these precious lives. 🤶🧑‍🦳😊

[@yasminclarke6765]

Y’all need a tv show! The world needs to see all that y’all do. Thank you.

[@hummingbird275]

How could these wonderful videos be improved upon?

[@FeatheredLife]

Hope that Tawnee is feeling better soon. Great rescue.

[@rubygreen158]

To the horses and ponies and mules who had to cross the Ranbow Bridge , Rest In Peace where U can now run thru those beautiful green pastures forever, free of pain and suffering .Its awesome that all y'all were able to save the lives of so many yet again and every life counts , even if its 5 at a time or 20 at a time cos those animals all deserve to live and breathe like the rest of us do . All y'all do such tremendous work for them all .I send many prayers for y'all and share ur posts on my FB wishing I could do more .

[@IronhorseSara]

I hope after that incident the auction installed cameras to prevent spiteful people from doing this and be banned from attending that auction again

[@leannerobertson6196]

Love you guys I bet you don’t realize how special you guys are

[@ThoroughbredBrenna]

Beautiful auction rescue's ❤🍀 Don't give the killbuyers the space to bring them to slaughter, Keep Doing The Good Work❤❤❤ Big Hug to you all from out of the Netherlands Greetings Natasja, Marengo🐴 and Oreo🐴

[@hphs]

Thanks!

[@robinneeley]

I would cry everyday doing this...Rescue is not for the weak..you guys are so awesome! God has blessed you all. Keep up the good work!

[@_julia.brown.]

I cried when they showed the horses at the auction in the stalls

[@elianacornwell5448]

I like the new vet tech and her new program!! It seems to be going much more smoothly!

[@hummingbird275]

She certainly is a great “ addition “ to the team. I enjoy watching her, Jenna, and Cory work together. Cory is a Sweetheart, too ♥️‼️

[@KashfuzzCrochet76]

You all make the world a better place in my eyes. Thank you ✌️🌻

[@delmasjones7856]

Thank you I cried because I am so happy to see animals rescued.

[@coraclements4562]

So cool that you can afford a vet tech, such an important job and helps Doc so much, very cool

[@abbebladon]

I love all your team. Cory and your new vet tech, sorry I didn’t catch her name, are awesome. I totally agree with Leanne’s comment below, you honestly don’t realise how special you all are xxxx i hope that the 5 that didn’t make it are running free in the pastures in the sky with some lush grazing xxxxx p.s well done Jason for vlogging without Tawnee and Tawnee I hope you’re feeling so much better now xxxxxx lots of love from a big fan in the UK xxxxx

[@hphs]

Thanks so much!! Jenna is our licensed vet tech and she's amazing.

[@hummingbird275]

Cory and Jenna work great together! Their love for the animals is so great to see. I am an OLD TIMER who grew up on a farm, with horses. My dad would have “ had a fit” if he was still around to see the horrific condition some of these animals are in. You all do such a great job of caring for these rescued animals 👍🏽‼️♥️ I just love each one of you ♥️‼️😊

[@martinemikita9281]

Cory said "A lot less stress is a huge plus" I think he meant to say "A lot less stress is a HORSE PLUS" I Crack myself up. 😆 🤣 😂 The New Vet tech is VERY sufficient and I'm glad she was able to streamline the process a little... its a Horse Plus!!

[@hphs]

Haha, good pun :)

[@sharonsandoval2142]

I LOVE that you go covert! Way to go!! Love you guys.

[@kemclau91]

Wow, bless these people and animals

[@tingmeekiaw1313]

BLESS YOU GUYS WITH HEALTH, GOOD FORTUNE N LONGEVITY. YURE THE BEST OF THE BEST. DIFFICULT TO WATCH THE POOR POOR HORSES BUT HEARTWARMING TO SEE RESCUED HORSES.BLESS YOU MAAM N ALL TEAM

[@jtdamomma]

Isn't there something that could be done at the auction, to prevent people from retaliation and letting animals out? I would think the auction could be liable, if horses got out and caused an accident, not to mention the horses themselves. While in their facility, you would think they would make sure everything is kept secure overnight. Maybe talking to the auction owner might help? It doesn't look too good on them, if they allow this to happen! I only say this, because it has happened before. It sounds like the covert rescues may be the way to go, if it helps to keep the auction cost down, and you can hopefully rescue even more! Good going! Feel better Tawnee!

[@Galemor1]

Perhaps they need to bring locks for their pens now on..

[@susannorman4476]

Thank you for the care you give these animals. I know how painful it is to let them go but you cannot let them live in pain. We are the caregivers of animals for God. They are all precious to Him. Susan in Iowa.

[@nullusanxietas2379]

@@Galemor1 How did you know they didn't bring locks? Where you there?

[@CheezayBallz]

Seeing that they let people bring horses in there that are in such horrible condition, I doubt the auction owner would care if you'd talk to them.

[@ricklaurelnovotny4829]

You know it. Locks are good but idiots can cut off plus if fire set in trapped. It's a horrible thing that "people" do

[@Weeeewriter]

*God bless you all for what you do.*

[@sheriwalsh9977]

I can't believe people can be so cruel. Thank you for giving them some love 💘

[@michelleagnew2864]

Thank you for what you do. Thank you for being the difference in the lives of those horses. The lady vet/assistant (I didn’t catch her name or job title on the first watch, my apologies) is wonderful to listen to. She clarifies what’s happening for those of us who don’t know the medical things.

[@tisbutascratch2045]

Right? Why keep an animal for that long just to send it to auction and potentially to slaughter? Perhaps the owners were too old or maybe didn't have any money to feed or keep it any longer. Any other reason isn't really an excuse though. Just terrible.

[@ohthelovelypoems]

@@tisbutascratch2045 I sure don't understand it, I would eat oatmeal all week, miss meals, or sell personal belongings to take care of my rescued dogs if I had to. Too many people treat their animals like the rest of their inert possessions that they get tired of or just don't want to put money out for any more. If you take an animal in then you are entering into a commitment that should last the life of that animal and you do for them according to their needs. That poor horse with the hoof coming off was 😢 super sad, but thanks to you she knew love & care, with a peaceful transition.

[@hummingbird275]

@@ohthelovelypoems I really appreciate Doc’s kindness and love for all of the animals. He is truly one of GOD’S angels to the animal kingdom 🙏🏼♥️❗️

[@bethkurtz5472]

my prayers are with the horses and donkeys

[@lizziecotter2349]

So so pleased that you’ve saved these precious lives. They know, they know you care, they know you love them …… so well done. Big hugs Tawny hope you feel better soon hun xxxx

[@nogames8982]

Glad to see the streamlined intake process now. Much more efficient

[@LauraS1]

I have a 33 year old rescue in my barn right now. He was a tenant on another property that I own. One day I showed up to do something on the property unrelated to the horse and could smell his hooves, they were so infected. I took his blanket off and he was bones; literally skin and bones and a huge hoof abscess that wasn't being treated. You bet your ass I went home, got the horse trailer, and hauled him back to my own farm. His owner didn't make much fuss about it so that told me how much she cared about him. He was 30 at the time but looked 40. Now he looks his age with good nutrition, proper dental care, hoof care, and carrots sliced into sticks every night because he can't chew whole carrots anymore. I mean, why have a horse if you aren't going to take care of them, ESPECIALLY when they're elderly and have given so much of themselves? This one was once a star polo horse for Stanford University and once he blew a tendon, they sold him to the equine unit at UC Davis to be used for medical research. I swear that that's the secret to his robust health. God knows what they did to him at UC Davis but he's cast-iron. Not terribly friendly but with his past, I'm not sure I'd be friendly in his case, either. I'm just glad he's in my life even though it's a pain having a horse again. I decided to not have more horses once I developed fibromyalgia and psoriatic arthritis (degenerative arthritis) but when I saw him, I couldn't just look away. It would have been completely immoral and amoral to not have stepped in. He was so skeletal. Lots of good food and good supervision from a vet and the right nutrition and he's a whole new horse.

[@margaretfry3043]

Seems like there is a new videographer. Looks good nice angles on some shots. The drone shot at the beginning sure shows the changes in the facility. Way to go.

[@KamiM1111]

It is truly amazing how strong and determined all of you are in being the most wonderful critter-care givers. The paint horse alone made me cry so hard. I cure the people that do this to innocent animals. All of you are so incredibly brave and loving. Thank GOD there are humans like you on this Earth.

[@Startledmayo]

Absolutely loving the new season and the editing and camera work!!! So happy you guys saved even more lives

[@akantiia]

The people letting the ones you guys purchased out overnight are so petty, they absolutely need to grow up

[@aleeexxe]

Hi ! I own a horse shelter and I would like to rescue more of them but I don't have enough place where we are at the moment and we don't find a good place with a lot of space but we are looking for this since summer. You guys, you live my dream. I'm in Canada and we have a lot of slaughter house... It's very sad... Everytime I look at your videos, I want to cry because I just want to help horses like you do. You are heroes and thank you for everything you're doing for them. 💕💕 My heart broke when I saw the "old lady" on the ground.... This was a lot for her... Her body can't take other things. Thank you for taking her, she don't die at slaughter with a lot of stress, pain and sadness.

[@melindanelson8085]

I love what you do

[@bessmulholland5805]

The auction people don’t give a shit about the horses,their worried about the money.

[@lonnyfuller7830]

Ain't no way I could do what you guys do. I'm afraid I'm not a Baptist minister. I'm afraid I would have to take hold of some body. God bless you and yours and what you do.

[@poopsex05]

Covid can f off. Thank God your feeling better! We love y'all

[@kimsullivan7397]

Little donkey from covert mission, too cute. Missing part of a tail does that make him a half a... Nevermind! 🤦 Just imagine the " old lady donkey" running free again at Rainbow Bridge! I bet it's a beautiful site! ❣️

[@Faith_and_Twinkle]

Thanks for saving these wonderful creatures it's so kind of you 😃😃😃😃

[@robertjennings397]

If I ever have money I’m going to save horses.

[@xluminarix4393]

It's so depressing and heart wrenching, that some people can think this is 'natural'.

[@MultiFly5]

Cory and new vet tech, Jenna (I think that's her name) seem to be working so well together. Those poor souls at the start of the video, but it was a good thing they came into your care knowing they are loved.