HOW HIGH can my HORSE JUMP? // Thoroughbred High Jump

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›› I am genuinely shocked at how high Rocky jumped in this episode of vlogmas! I have a new respect for thoroughbreds! Did you guys think he had this in him??
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[@HollyLenahanSJ]

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[@Patti-1962]

It's hard to believe this is the same horse that you started with! You really do bring out the best in horses, Holly!

[@janeminwell4395]

So true.

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Thank you ♥️

[@elizabethedwards917]

He is amazing....from the pony who was scared of a pole to being brave enough to jump 1m45. What an incredible horse.

[@elainemacdonald6541]

Great video. So true that a one-off 1m40 with a sympathetic set-up doesn't necessarily mean he'll go on to do 1m40 classes, but it is definitely an indication of potential; hoping he'll go on to develop the "fifth leg" that will help in bigger tracks. Considering how he panicked and rushed fences when you were starting him off, he has come on by leaps and bounds since then and seems so laid back. Your skill as a horsewoman is very evident; we don't see battles but gentle guidance and persuasion. You set him up to succeed and progress in incremental stages, just as we have seen over the years with your horses at home in Ireland.

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

“Sympathetic setup” is the best term I’ve heard for that! Exactly ☺️

[@rebeccapoorter7353]

Loved to see your personality while riding. It's so silly and lovable Our personalities on and off our horses can change so much

[@gonetoearthhealing8114]

he's so chilled out! omg, you're so good at bringing them on Holly

[@justice4144]

Give him one more year and he’s gonna shine the brightest! You can really see that he is able to but probably needs a bit more stability between the jumps, but you can really see how hard yall worked on his flat cause he’s doing so well. Amazing job Holly! You’ve been bringing out the best in him.

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Always more to improve on! ☺️

[@familydaytrading]

Fantastic. He was amazing! Love, love, LOVE how rideable he was into the first jump. He waited for the jump to come to him every time. It's so heart warming to see his progress. 😃😍🤩

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Sooo rideable, I was most impressed by this!

[@Chloe0418]

Fun to watch! He's getting really good with his knees and even had a few flying changes too!!

[@susan_brehm_art]

Rocky was so lucky to end up in your hands!! I’d love to see him move to Ireland… I understand tho. I’m guessing you’ll eventually find him a wonderful home where he is. Good job to the both of y’all!!

[@Gabihorse]

YOU DESERVE EVERYTHING FOR BEING SO CUTE, GREAT PERSON, HARD WORKER AND HORSE LOVER

[@stephgraceee]

Wow look at Rocky go!!! I actually never expected from when you first got him to see him clearing 1.40m 🤯 what an incredible boy 🤩 can’t wait to see him going up the heights at competitions a bit more!

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

I can’t wait either!

[@rachelweisz861]

Absolutely amazing!!! Go Rocky!!! So so fun to see his progress ❤

[@antjefischer3365]

The app is actually a feature of the new iPhone. It uses an infrared laser and measures the time it takes to send the laser and receive the reflected light. It's actually really cool that a phone can do such precision measurements :) (great video btw and really cool horse - it's incredible how he turned out!)

[@janl8683]

Aww bless him, he tried so hard. He is coming on so well 😍

[@suzannechance5876]

What a good boy he is.! He appears to enjoy what he is doing! Having fun is important!

[@jessicaruhl7314]

Amazing!! I’m a huge Rocky fan, he really tried his heart out ❤

[@margauxw5037]

The drum beat with his trot at the beginning!!!!!!!. I did a double take and I was like damnnnnn go Rocky. So much has changed. Nice job with him. if you weren't a vet you definitely should've had a training business. I'd pay good money to send my old thoroughbred to you.

[@GloryToGodAlmighty]

I live for Rocky puissance. His little happy feet after he's totally prancing and loving the challenge.

[@jenniferlehman326]

He was a rock star!! Can't wait to see him at a show doing at least a meter or a 1m05. That would be interesting to see. Wishing you well from a Retired Paramedic, a S&R Dog and Handler Team Trainer and Horse Trainer in Ontario, Canada, Jenn. 💖 🇨🇦

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

I hope so too!

[@Meggasaurus135]

He's come such a long way, it's amazing! All credit to your hard work and patience!

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

He really has ♥️

[@christinemartindale8715]

Rocky has come on so well Holly you have the magic touch with your horses for sure that was fun to watch.tfs😎🏇😎

[@rebekahnewman3876]

He loves his job! What amazing training at work! I applaud you Holly and Rocky ❤

[@geotechlady]

Omg!! What a good boy! So so brave 🥰

[@chloebailey7036]

Racing Victoria should sponsor you, lol. That was a good ad for what an OTTB can do. Go Rocky!

[@AnniePaige-iq5qp]

Your bashfulness and anxiety when you're trying to ask Allison if you can come around, but she can't hear you, so you feel foolish (all of which is compounded by witnesses and a camera), is actually me.

[@shepherds.pie.youtube]

You always look so good on a horse, Holly. Not gonna lie, very jealous...

[@maryhunter177]

Such a good boy Rocky!! This really does prove he just needed time to sort himself out and strengthen all the jumping muscles. Love how much fun you’re having. Happy New Year! And can’t wait to try Skillshare iPhone class!!

[@LouiseLucy]

He’s such a star! Rock Star Rocky!!! 🌟

[@lauren1377]

What a dude😍

[@susantescione8007]

Rocky looks more like a thoroughbred now than when you bought him. He looks to be in great condition. You have good reason to be thrilled.

[@april5666]

Every time I see you with Rocky your partnership blows me away. I just love how relaxed you both are going over that ginormous fence!!!! I'm voting we change Rocky's name to Rocky Wowsers, or Rocky Superstar, or something equally impressive. You just couldn't ask for more from him AND you've set him up for success every step of your journey together. I think once you broke the height barrier with Khal entering Grand Prix levels, heights are now much more about technique for you and making sure your horse is fit enough for what you're asking of them. What a great video, Holly. thank you so much -- vicarious thrills for me, for sure :)

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Haha thank you! Definitely open to a name change like that 😂😂

[@sjanesimmons]

You should do a Rocky then and Rocky now video! So glad you didn't sell him as it's wonderful to see the progress you're making.

[@lisabibby3222]

Absolutely incredible! What an amazing achievement! You’re an incredible horse woman that’s for sure!

[@thelunicornandme]

Wowww you two are on fire!! 🤩🤩

[@Sez166]

Brilliant & Thank you. Such natural progression Holly.

[@pimblinky]

Wow, these are amazing! Great job!

[@jeanettesnell1817]

He looks to have grown? Looks amazing and going so well ❤️

[@jennifermastin7169]

He looks amazing Holly!!!

[@animallover4332]

So beautiful he’s such a good jumper❤

[@alisonwilks302]

Bloody brilliant ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@felicityhutton9358]

Fabulous, really impressive. Well done Rocky & Holly . Brilliant progress 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@jeniferrinehart1107]

He is a legend!! ❤❤❤

[@alisonhammond4662]

Loved this..go Rocky !!!

[@kiara8314]

Omg he jumped amazing. The only thing l’m recommended is maybe next time as the jump gets higher make they jumps even further apart so he gets a bit more time to pick up his feet. 🥰 or make it two strides so he has more time to process the next jump.

[@Gabihorse]

plenty of air!! super rocky

[@NoThankUBeQuiet]

Poor Allison.

[@tonyaknight7098]

So brave and beautiful ❤

[@13hhcob64]

it's sunny? ITS SNOWING HERE

[@izzy7255]

I was shocked when u said 1.10 isn’t big 💀 I cry jumping 70 up

[@lonejorgensen5022]

So Excited for this video!🤩

[@carrotstickchronicles1595]

To give him better striding I would make the stride longer so that he mas a better takeoff😊

[@danielabackstrom]

Wow he's such a good boy! 😍

[@ketteu]

Would jump higher ez if your setup was a little better! A simple pole on the ground is the best option if you need help with the stride, but especially if you insist on the cross pole, do not place it so close! Your horse needs more stride to jump his best, also don't bring him so close&short to the lead-up jump/pole for the same reason, it will be way easier for both you and your horse🙂 Handsome boy with lots of potential tho! 🫶

[@rubydawson2032]

Wow he’s incredible 🤩

[@jjdicarloutube]

Such a good rider and so nice to see how you develop horses. What a star Rocky is. Did you also move the line out as the jump went up? Makes for a tight line otherwise.

[@annerienstrydom7596]

The music though... - dancing in Squidward -

[@elizabethjones3658]

Would like to see you do that with Khal and Dali 😊

[@humphreymurphy2833]

Brilliant!

[@katrinathompson7828]

Loving all the video's .. he really is a good boy 🥰

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

😊 thank you

[@Tenebrisvis]

EEK exciting!

[@kaylacrone4099]

Could you ride a reining horse for an episode of vlogmas? 😊 reining is very popular in Australia

[@Mosheltie]

What a great little horse, you have done an amazing job with him from wild run away to competent show jumper. Is Diva still in the yard?

[@lesliepark3370]

No, he isn’t ready to do a 1.4 m course, but thoroughbreds are very athletic and used to be what most show jumpers rode. You probably won’t have time to develop him into that level but it’s not impossible given enough time and training. Nice work.

[@ella-ear-bonnets]

Hi holly love ur videos . Love from county Louth Ireland . Honestly would die to meet u

[@josemanuele.m7282]

Increíble enhorabuena 👏 😊

[@janeminwell4395]

YeeHa indeed! Who knew!

[@Lemonnyx]

Could I ask what is your saddle you’re using on Rocky?

[@suzannerichards4885]

I think Rocky is more rideable at thoe bogger jumps too!

[@kearl45]

Huge improvement from where he started 😂. I know you are a vet but each video (maybe it’s just the video) I see very toe first landings and front hooves that are crushed heels/caudal failure. I’ve dealt with this in my own ottb and the difference in movement is incredible. I know you did a full check on him but I wanted to mention it just in case you have to go digging for answers to issues later on 😅

[@crzy.equestrian3686]

Anyone Else thinkin the western one is jumping too😅😂

[@HollyLenahanSJ]

Haha I always beg Alison to do a little jump! 😂

[@emma_and_a_horse]

🐴

[@kirkhurry9646]

I wise I wear your boots wow

[@anniecraig8355]

Are u in au

[@eclipsex02]

I've only just started watching your videos, so if this is explained in another video I'm sorry. What is going on with Rosie's (i think) tail?

[@jjdicarloutube]

It is a tailbag. Keeps tail clean. A very US / western riding thing.

[@eclipsex02]

@@jjdicarloutube Ahh, okay. Thank you!

[@kirkhurry9646]

Plz help me to have boots size 45

[@Hellofrosh]

I mean no hate, but please please use a curb strap with an elevator, they tend to over rotate in the mouth which is really painful for the horse and puts a ton of poll pressure on, you also really should have 2 sets of reins so you can attach the running martingale to the snaffle rein, again I really mean no hate I just want the best for him just as you do ❤

[@shawnasachse3897]

Hey! Love your content...so what saddle are you riding in ? Trying to place it but figured it may be an international brand and I’m curious!

[@danielabackstrom]

It's a Collegiate!

[@stepalucky9950]

FIRST

[@elainemacdonald6541]

Did the other horse have an artificial tail, if that is a thing? Had it suffered an accident at some time and lost it. Just curious....

[@stephgraceee]

It’s just a tie-in tail bag. Keeps the tail clean, very common to see western riders keep these tail bags on their horses when training 😊

[@elainemacdonald6541]

@@stephgraceee Thanks for your reply, it's a simpler solution than I was imagining.

[@WLCC10]

He would have got that 145 if the front pole was a bit higher. Would have got him up infront quicker