19 Rescued from Slaughter - Horse Shelter Heroes S3E43

[@kennikitty]

The guy who surrendered the puppy has my respect. He did the responsible thing. He knew it was cute, but be also knew it wouldn't be fair to keep it, because he was not in a situation to care for an animal and he chose a no-kill-rescue. He did all the right things.

[@atherisGAY]

He did. Good guy. And he also really would've loved keeping her, it can be so hard to admit you're not having the resources to care for a cute animal you hold in your arms.

[@juliamclane8319]

“The guy who surrendered the puppy has my respect. He did the responsible thing. He knew it was cute, but he also knew it wouldn’t be fair to keep it, because he was not in a situation to care for an animal.” 1:15:06

[@susanfantozzi4415]

Doc is a National Treasure. I sure hope to still see him from time to time. Much love Doc!

[@fairygodmomma2313]

Indeed!! A national treasure!!💎

[@Hobis_Flower_shop]

He truly is! His knowledge and humor is some of the best there is and ever was in my opinion

[@pompom7x728]

🥺

[@shalakruep]

I saw Doc on the first video I watched and instantly hit subscribe. ❤Doc ❤

[@maureenrice598]

That was great ❤

[@122Kittykat]

I hope Dr. Lydia still comes by. I absolutely love her and she explains things very well. I love when she "baby talks" to the horses. You know she truly cares!

[@fairygodmomma2313]

Yes Terri! She is really good, & will be a part time employee, so surely she will be appearing, baby talk and all!

[@vgil1278]

I was all set to resent her for taking Doc's place, but she's great. I love the way she reacts to the animals and how she explains things. I hope we'll see her as much. Is the full time vet someone we've seen?

[@shalakruep]

Dr. Lydia is amazing with the horses, the way she calms them is my favorite part. Truly a wonderful caring Dr. ❤

[@shelljw]

@@fairygodmomma2313 yay I love Dr Lydia and her nose kisses on the donkey's and her baby talk... Lol.... I love Doc too and am so sorry he's cutting back on his visits but as Tawnee said/hinted/threw it out there about the board etc...

[@fairygodmomma2313]

@@shelljw yes they both are seriously precious. About the board, time will tell!! . happy and safe New Year wishes to you, Shell.🎉

[@tamara6127]

I'm so so so sad Doc is leaving. He so deserves his retirement, but man this is so hard. Love you Doc. You will be missed. 😭🎄🎁🐴💝

[@supremlyfoxylass]

Omg seeing Doc made me cry. Him and Dr, Lidia are such a dynamic team. You can never substitute all his knowledge and expertise as well as his no nonsense diagnostic abilities… losing Doc is a real blow to the viewers and the horses no matter how good the other vets are… Enjoy your well earned retirement Doc we will miss you!

[@peg4x449]

The guy with the puppy may think he's not a responsible person, but, in my book he is a wonderful, thoughtful person.

[@francineherron1940]

I'm gonna miss seeing Doc on the show 😭. Tell him Happy retirement and thank you for all you did for the horse's. Jenna feel better soon.... chicken soup, hot tea, rest ☺️. Thank you everyone for taking good care of the animals. God Bless you all 😇.

[@800ST-moto]

Doc will be missed! Hopefully Dr. Lydia will still be around. She does amazing work and her relationship with the team is a joy to watch.

[@marierodd9451]

Wow, two bonded horses, a puppy and retirement for Doc, all in one episode...... it's going to take a few tissues to dry these tears. The older I get the easier the tears fall.

[@bcsitka9173]

Just adopted a Belgian gelding from a girl who saved him from slaughter! Watching your show really solidified that it was the breed for me. Dreamed of a draft horse since I was a little girl!

[@shalakruep]

❤❤❤

[@ingridblohm-hyde805]

You will not be sorry, drafts are the best of the best.

[@atherisGAY]

Belgians are lovely animals, you will become wonderful friends. ❤️

[@buckygirlbecky]

I am seriously going to miss Doc! He is amazing! You can tell it bothers him to see the horses in such bad shape! Please tell him from all of us, WE LOVE YOU DOC!

[@sallywaites8517]

Doesn't matter how you end up with an animal. If you know you can't do right by it, the responsible thing to do is ask for help. Get that animal to a rescue. Give them a chance to get a good home. Don't put them in your back yard and just forget about them. Don't keep them and not feed them, train them or get them appropriate vet care. I have more empathy for those who admit they can't cope and reach out for help. If you neglect an animal because you're emotions take over and you don't want to let go, you're responsible for that animals suffering and you are selfish. PUT THE ANIMALS WELFARE FIRST. ALWAYS!!

[@atherisGAY]

YES. It's not shameful to not be able to care for an animal, it's shameful if you don't admit it and don't rehome it!! If you can't take care of them for whatever reason, take the necessary steps! 💯

[@lynn7086]

​@@atherisGAYWell said👏

[@rinistephenson5550]

Doc is retiring?!? He will be so missed! Glad you've got some great vets to fill his boots!

[@vgil1278]

Could we get him to stop by occasionally just to say hi? I still don't understand what happened to the farrier that was so much fun, altho the new ones are great!

[@sarahhayden5885]

Doc leaving? 😢

[@bcgrote]

I'm glad Doc will keep coming by. His amazing knowledge is appreciated!

[@kristinatk7553]

Doc is an amazing person that made a difference in Horse Plus success. How touching

[@CrimFerret]

I wish Doc a great retirement. The man who surrendered the puppy is a wonderful human being. You could see he wanted to keep her, but knew he couldn't do so responsibly and did the right thing for her. As usual from an auction there were some joyful cases and some sad ones. I hope the one with stringhalt can be helped. He's already beat the odds and healed a leg fracture cleanly.

[@lesamonroe2355]

I hope Doc visits occasionally and I hope Dr Lydia isn't leaving the new vet has two hard acts to follow Doc will be greatly missed thank you for what you all do

[@stevegreat7193]

The cruel mentality of someone taking an animal which cannot walk to an auction is beyond me. I openly despise them, there is no excuse.

[@elizabethstewart1701]

I wish we had more men like Doc.. Miss You.

[@ninakaiser2930]

Doc will be greatly, greatly missed! Glad Dr. Lydia is still here with her kind and gentle way. Beautiful episode, thank you everyone! The two bonded horses really touched my heart, that was such a sad situation! The mini donkey is precious! Those drafts running from people says it all….

[@tracym6297]

You said everything I was going to say.

[@ninakaiser2930]

@@tracym6297 Oh thank you, Happy New Year!

[@Boyland8692]

It never ceases to astound me the level of stupidity and ignorance of the people who put animals thru the auctions when they are in so much pain it’s absolutely barbaric and makes me sick to the stomach. Once again I cannot thank you enough for the work you guys do it is absolutely life changing for those animals.🤯🤬🙀👏👏🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@FeatheredLife]

Hope that "Doc" and Dr Lydia still come around they are the best.

[@juliamclane8319]

Dr Lydia is not leaving She is just a part time vet. 1:15:25

[@mychorrizhal1024]

Oh Doc...how do you thank someone you have never met? He has taught me so much and is part of the reason I got hooked on watching these videos years back. What an absolute legend as we would say back in Australia! Thank you for your amazing service.

[@janvafa9959]

Kudos to that young man for choosing to do the right thing for the puppy! He will be blessed!

[@sallywaites8517]

A hundred thousand subscribers. AT LAST!! Long overdue. Well deserved. Congratulations to you all and thankyou for everything you do.

[@Shut-up-Arthur]

I love how you guys kept those 2 horses the blind one and the other its heartbreaking that people can dump them at auction i could never

[@jcmac47]

What a caring young man! I hope one day he manages to get to a point in life when he can have a dog and show it the love he obviously has. Many hugs to him. He did a wonderful thing bringing that pup to Horse Plus Humane.

[@NeonJJ_195]

My 4 year old horse absolutely loves butt scratches 😂If he wants them he walks backwards until he reaches you. If you ignore him or stop too soon he takes another step backwards and kinda pushes you, but not with the intention to run you over. He really just wants you to scratch his butt. Love him

[@maryerussell]

I am so happy that the Horse Shelter Heroes rescued 19 horses from the slaughter pipeline.😀😁

[@julieb3996]

That little donkey has quite a spunky character! If I lived less than 2000 miles away and had a place for animals, I would surely adopt him. The story of the blind horse and its friend was really hard to hear. I'm sad to hear Doc is going to retire but I hope to see him around.

[@donnamarienormile3607]

That little donkey is so notoriously cute! 😅

[@Laurencemardon]

He’s getting quite a fan club. He’s one of the lucky ones, I fear. These minis were always only ever a novelty breed, and so the market for them is very limited, and they are more likely to live with people who really don’t understand equine health and happy ness. That HPHS takes in so many of these wee rascals is a testament to the commitment of the people within the organization to the cause of horse happiness. Thanks to you all & thank you also to the supporters who donate their time and money to keep it all rolling!!

[@kathmills9168]

I'm very glad you got the donkey with the bad bad leg at least he's not on those nasty trucks,so thankyou for that ❤️🇦🇺

[@Chrissi966GE]

This episode left me crying. The fate of that blind horse and its friend hit me deep in my heart. Bye Doc and happy retirement! I'll miss you, you've been a special character! Hopefully Dr. Young will stay. She's so kind to all blessed with a heart of gold like all of you! All the best for 2023 and keep up the strength for that emotional work.

[@gotchagee3315]

I am SOO gonna miss Doc. I sure hope he does come around. He is simply a treasure. Happy retirement. I'm really gonna miss him.

[@melanielehmann5562]

I love Doc Scott. All my best wishes for him.

[@jo.a.bussardfeder]

I wish Dr Lydia would stay! She is so great and understanding with horses!

[@pattiroberts1436]

I have watched HSH/HPHS for a couple of years and I have been through a lot of the staff changes. I do not remember Dr. Lydia ever calling Doc "Dad." She called him Dad three times in this video alone (that I caught.) Then staring them both down so I can see the resemblance, and holy moly!!! It is so obvious; how did I miss that! Happy New Year, Love and blessings to you all! 🥰

[@cherylhillskemper7564]

She called him dad? I didn't catch that. Now I'm super curious. 🤔 👀 😏

[@fairygodmomma2313]

Wow... Makes sense!!

[@mckenna796]

Happy Retirement Doc! Enjoy your next endeavour! May joy, peace and happiness follow you wherever you go!

[@BRUtahn]

Most people are frustrated when they can't catch their horses. These guys are like, "yay! You can run!"

[@donnaelkins186]

Sure going to miss Doc love him. Congratulations on your full-time vet !

[@christinefoster5159]

I luv Doc. I teared up when he came in and Cory handed him the puppy. I loved the painting too. MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY RETIREMENT DOC.

[@annpalmer7470]

1:12:28 I do hope Doctor Scott joins your board. It will be good to know that your wisdom and spirit are always there.

[@tiffanymariee9722]

i’m gonna miss doc he was always so kinda and a true light to see in the videos

[@kaiminaao240]

Dr. Lydia, you are the sweetest animal Doc ever. I LOVE so much the way you talk and connect with them. Sweet heart., sweet soul, may you and all the others of horse plus stay save, happy and healthy ! Greetings from Germany

[@deannenorris8799]

You have a good heart, with her coloring I'd say a little, Australian shepherd maby a little beagle with these ears. God Bless you a U all🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤😅

[@lorihilton3146]

Wishing everyone at Horse Plus health, happiness and love this holiday season and all through the New Year!

[@rebeccarobinson8624]

Brain wouldn't stop working after watching this video last night. Try taking Odin to a truck stop with scales to weigh him. Where I used to live, the local zoo took their big turtles to the local grocery store and used their big scales in the front of the store to weigh them. They would probably love it! Great episode. Laughed more than I have in several days! Love them both. Need to find a way to keep Dr. Lydia. She's a rare jewel! Will miss seeing her and her wonderful personality! She's a special lady! Love watching her on the videos! One of my favorite of all time!

[@melanieaustin82]

Doc will be sadly missed. His wit and charm and compassion for the animals he treats has been a pleasure to witness. So Doc, from Australia, love respect and good wishes to you in the future.

[@kristinatk7553]

Heart wrenching to know that some type of human(s) allowed those 2 young horses to get to that level. You can only imagine the poor suffering they had experienced in their short lives. Hard to understand 😪

[@debbieking3442]

Exactly, so heart wrenching what man kind has become but good note thank goodness we have kind people like Horse Plus. Love Canada 🇨🇦❤

[@davidsevern202]

Doc is such a kind soul and he will be missed by all of us. He really was such a great celebrity here. Doc if you read this Thank You 🙏 My Friend

[@janmarchand7294]

Good on you Doc! You're the kinda Vet that is more friend and lovely to be around that we don't want to let you go! Enjoy your semi retirement and stop by, please!

[@Hobis_Flower_shop]

I will miss seeing Doc on auction intake but I hope he has a great retirement and comes by to visit sometimes!

[@christinamuller1741]

Wishing you a very happy retirement Doc. I hope you pop in every once in the while so we can still see job. Dr. Lydia - I wish you could have stayed with Horses Plus. You are an angel and all of the horses feel it. Bless you both. ❤️❤️😊

[@akantiia]

The Chunky Little Donkey! I love him, he's adorable and shaped like a friend (a naughty one tho hahaha.) Sad to see that Doc is retiring as he is a wonderful human being and excellent vet, wishing him all the best

[@marinamarcus3866]

I always had a bucket when I was in the pasture. It was wonderful to see that mare happy and healthy. She was so happy to get attention. I can't imagine how hard it is to do what ya do. Making the very hard decisions that ya have to. Better to be in a loving environment rather than stressed. People don't realize how smart animals are. They should spend time and understand them before you judge. This is an amazing group of people trying to make a real difference. Bless you all! ✌️❤️🙏🏼

[@bettyechristain9711]

I have missed the intake assessments back at your barn. Thank y'all for saving these babies. Will miss Doc !!

[@user-yp6zk3ew1q]

That poor big mule is gorgeous. So hope he can be saved. And the draft with the stringhalt is adorable.

[@LadyEnyalus]

I will miss you Doc, you have been a blessing to Horse Plus!

[@catbalou4]

Doc, I wish you the best! Thanks for all you have done for animals and horses! God bless you!

[@Enjoythepour]

Awe, really hope Doc is ok. Enjoy your retirement. I will truly miss you, love your Character. You are truly a good ole school man.

[@mgentles3]

I've already been missing Doc and now I'll see him even less often. Thanks for the memories, Doc. You're the best.

[@zizu4952]

Oh, I'll really miss seeing Doc. He is surely one of a kind. But I also enjoy Dr. Lydia and her excellent explanations. Can't wait to see the new vet. So, Doc didn't take the black puppy, right? Happy New Year to your wonderful staff and of course, all the horses and other critters.

[@jodyhuston1516]

I simply love Doc ~ what a gifted practitioner! Doc, you’ve been a blessing to the countless animals you’ve touched throughout your career … Sending you very best wishes for good health and wonderful new adventures in your retirement! But please, I hope you consider visiting Horse Rescue from time to time. Your experience and wisdom are precious gifts! God Bless!

[@GO-xs8pj]

I hope Doc continues to visit. He has such a kind soul. Some tough cases this month but someplace those babies are running in a meadow pain free. Happy New Year to all.

[@kimsullivan7397]

Jenna, I don't think it was your singing.. as much as your choice of songs. Every time you mentioned "Snow", she basically said "NO.. 🤭 Thank You all for the hard work during this cold snap. I'm so done with the cold blast! Happy New Year all. Be safe!

[@katiehall3031]

This one got me in my feelings!! So Happy that Your Going to have a full time Vet but dang it ain't No One ever going to be like Doc! Hopefully we will still get a chance to see him now an then...

[@paulinefollett3099]

What a wonderful human being Doc is. His dedication is truly remarkable. Happy retirement. Something tells me he is still going to be busy.

[@shelljw]

The mare with the tilted head that you x-rayed the neck of reminds me of one of my Cleveland Bay X Thoroughbred Mares who was sound, but had this head tilt. It didn't seem to affect her, my vets couldn't figure it out either - one was a top TB stud vet in NSW when I got her and lived there, and then my vet here in SA who is awesome, 😎 - to solve it - the owner who got her from the breeder (I got her from someone else) got in touch with me and filled me in ... Ceilidh (kay-lee) had been struck by lightning as a 3 yr old and had to be alternated between being in slings and let relax on deep bedding, She obviously recovered with the help of the previous owner and her father with full time round the clock care. It explained a few things about her too. This beautiful mare went on to win at pretty much everything she was in, overtaking and beating the other mare in front for the breed points in half the season that first season I had her - the other mare was mine too. She had 7 foals for me - all of which were/are wonderful ... Sadly I lost her some years back now due to an infection we couldn't resolve 💔😭 But if I ever see a tilted head I always wonder if perhaps lightning wasn't a factor if no other cause stands out. She also loves the massages she got - the Bowen Therapy, gentle rolling of tennis balls, etc - you could almost see her eyes and while demeanour just taking her to another world. Lol. Congrats on the silver YT plaque!!! Can't wait for the new season, the new vet, etc - you'll benefit Soo much having a full time one there. To ALL the staff and volunteers there - the biggest THANKYOU for all that you do.and WHY you do it. I would LOVE to donate more than just a membership Here and on FB. Sadly a Disability Pension here in Aus does not stretch far enough :(

[@fairygodmomma2313]

Beautiful!

[@theavandenberg6876]

Doc will be sorely missed. But I do hope he'll enjoy his retirement.

[@elainelane5998]

Here's an idea that may help you fund raise. Do a calendar! You got awesome people with cameras, fantastic employees and of course beautiful horses. What more could you ask for.🐴🤷♥️

[@nikkirutland9814]

What a great idea...I would purchase the calendar for sure...🐎

[@fairygodmomma2313]

Yes!! I'm in!!

[@Laurencemardon]

The only downside is there won’t be enough month to feature all the stars onboard!!

[@daphnerandall4084]

Yes, I’d buy a calendar for sure!

[@Chelle01]

Happy 19 were saved! Wanted to say Jason you and Tawnee are looking good. Must be going to the gym good on ya'll

[@aprilchapman2758]

I'm going to miss Doc 😭

[@joannemurdock7899]

Thank you all very much for all the horses donkeys puppies cats you save and rescue 🙏🙏🙏💙💕💜

[@christinasattelberg8625]

What an awesome end of season show

[@cynthianauman1358]

It's so great to be on the team tawnee family rescue team Jesus loves ❤️ you and so do we thank you so so very much for all you do God's creatures great n small comfort joy peace a safe haven u all will be blessed from heaven above 🐎 🐴 ❤️ ✝️

[@lysiah3383]

I am sooooo hardly in love with that donkey! He is THE sweetest!

[@hello-laura]

*I’ll miss regularly seeing you Doc. Enjoy retirement you deserve it.*

[@matthewheeke4377]

Tell me it’s not true! Doc you have been amazing. The show will not be the same. Much love!

[@starlenekalinski5633]

I hope that we still see Doc from time to time. He's an excellent and caring veterinarian.

[@pass4pets434]

Thank you all for saving lives 🙏 ❤ 🙌🏻

[@pjk1714]

That was a hard intake and with Doc being phased out, tears flowed. I hope he participates with the larger intakes in the future. To be realistic, you need three vet's for those. The way you managed with one was just so hard on all of you at times. Love of the hoof really needs some help with you tube. Video alerts go out for donations and then marked private so you can even view or donate. Allan at 66 managed some concerns with a foal for her. He is a good man. Hope all of fended through the weather and the horses stayed warm. We have another hitting by January 5 or 7 that direction. Gear up and have a safe New Year's.

[@kristenkylemack9477]

I sure will miss Doc! He is such a wonderful Vet & I always look forward seeing him. I hope he comes around during intakes. It's always good to have medical minds evaluating together! Happy New Year! Stay warm!

[@Warlanderlover]

Save 21 horses ❤❤

[@joannemurdock7899]

HORSE Plus Humane Society , and to everyone who donates , adopts, volunteers, shares, supports Tgank You for helping to rescue and Save these deserving Gourgous Horses, Donkeys and Animals 💕💙💜🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🥰👍Fr.Australia

[@monicap1717]

I totally Love The Freedom Run Lameness Exams!! I wanna give them all grain & treats! Gotta LOVE them mares. 🙏

[@lindavanderiet5419]

I love Doc, I'm going to hugely miss him.

[@evelynfinney9425]

So sad to see Doctor retiring. Hopefully he will join the board and still come around. This was a very sad one for me seeing all those poor horses how they been mistreated just tear my heart. Thank the Lord for your organization, and all the wonderful people with them that try to help these horses even if it is the last act kindness the horses needed and deserve peace. Thank you so much again look forward to the new year. Happy new year everyone.

[@sandycee89]

Doc, you are a rock star!! Reading comments all are over-flowing with praise. That limitless humanity envelopes all these many suffering creatures. Blessings, Doc, higher than the heavens.

[@dnurse3237]

Going to miss seeing doc. But excited to have the full time vet also.

[@ataurus2at]

This episode was so full of all the feelings! Congratulations on getting your silver KZbin picture! So happy for all the horses you saved at the auction. So in love with that adorable little chunky donkey. So, so sad for the suffering ones that needed the last act of kindness and a little dust might have got in my eyes from Doc retiring 😭 I hope whenever he comes to visit yall get out the cameras because we're all gonna miss him so much!!!!! As always I loved the video! Thank you to all the media team that works so hard to make us such wonderful videos! You are so much appreciated ❤ Happy New Year Yall! 🥰

[@Dressagio]

‘’look at the mini donkey!” “mini donkey is escaping” “mini donkey has escaped”😂😂😂😂

[@susanford6926]

Wow what a great place for horses!!God bless!🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🍎🍏🥕🍎🥕🥕

[@juanitatorres9347]

Very sad to see Doc go - I wonder what will happen with Dr. Lydia as well? They make such a nice team, but I can see where having a fulltime Vet available will make everyone’s job easier. Thank you Doc for all the great stories and experiences you have shared. I hope you come back and visit often.

[@samaraantaki791]

I’ve been watching you guys for a long time…..I’m so sad to see Doc go but I’m so happy to see horse plus grow with the new vet.

[@FeydaWeye]

I love the opening graphics! Doc, we're going to miss you! Stop by for a 🍕 now and then? Wishing you all health and success! Is someone pregnant?

[@joboof]

Awwww... Doc!!!! 💗💗💗💗💗

[@hsedecanter]

We’re the gray spots on the adorable black mule part of the “deformities” Jenna was talking about? Thank you all for helping all these beautiful babies! Bless your souls!

[@ladyryan902]

Ahh DOC will be missed blessings to him

[@Selaithify]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Doc can't leave!!! No, just NO!! He is my favorite person and always puts a smile on my face or a tear in my eye seeing the genuine care he feels towards every horse there. Doc is the kind of guy I would enjoy being around all day every day.

[@cheryl8913]

Hope to keep seeing Doc once in a while .❤❤

[@cheryl_the_horsechick]

i will SO miss doc! i have learned a lot from him