MASSIVE King's Horse Q10 QUITS and the Guard can't change his mind!

MASSIVE King's Horse Q10 QUITS and the Guard can't change his mind! 20.11.2023.
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[@LondonCityWalks]

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[@helenhallwood3580]

John, I thought Arnie was coming back last week. Have you heard anything?

[@mayajrj]

I had to look up long guard because I couldn't remember what it is: When The King is in London, the Guard consists of one Officer, one Corporal Major (who carries the Standard), two Non-Commissioned Officers, one Trumpeter and ten Troopers. This is known as a Long Guard. When His Majesty is not resident in London, the Guard is reduced to two Non-Commissioned Officers and ten Troopers.

[@dawnkillorn5984]

Hope Q10 is ok ❤❤

[@sheilawhite8314]

thank you I heard you are saying Q10 so I checked through the videos and found this one thank you again from Australia xxx

[@sheilawhite8314]

the back right leg seem to be a problem for the horse not sure why

[@ginettechiverton7113]

I wish these tourists would pause for a moment. So many hands, several at a time. Pleease, give this horse a break.🇬🇧🐎

[@Chris17198]

I couldn’t agree more and more often are the horses getting upset because of the constant touching …let’s face it if I was a horse and I was getting constantly being touched I’d get upset too

[@marietomkinson5910]

❤Correct i agree, humans don't realise that our magnificent animal kingdom suffer from stress also. Marie from the UK 🇬🇧❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@janicecampbell7287]

I agree; all the different smells like perfume and what ever else they have on their hands can overwhelm the horse’s

[@hythekent]

John, just so you know, people spend hours at home watching your content, but it never gets boring. The commentary is key. 👍

[@barbarabarton4078]

Well said. You are like family to me John.

[@ritasearle7736]

Always enjoy your videos John❤👍

[@ritasearle7736]

There are beautiful ❤

[@marilynmartin8417]

I totally agree, his videos are the best and informative ❤❤

[@lindaleedodge5493]

Why is he sticking his tongue out n he seems to b playing with his bit- is he thirsty?

[@horseygirl645]

Just FYI, horses can not only kick directly behind them, but can also kick out to the side as well. I am blessed to have a very kind hearted supportive horse, but he did kick me once. I had gone out to the pasture to bring him in and the bottom of my rain coat blew against his rear leg. The next thing I know is that I’m laying on the ground with my horse looking at me with a puzzled look. Thankfully, his foot just grazed my thigh. It was a complete accident, but I don’t think I wore that coat around him again. 😉

[@juneahernauthor]

Yes, been kicked by my mare not because she wanted to, but just kicked out I think of flies or a leaf - you know horses, anything can get them going. Been kicked when picking hooves, foot been stomped on - again not intentionally by my girl. So, yes, people don't realize how horses can hurt a person easily although not intentionally often/

[@cathieharris1127]

I notice the officer who took the horse into the box, he loves the horses. Always finding a moment to pet them.

[@phyllisbrown4036]

He is gorgeous and clearly loves attention. He has the perfect temperament for this job.❤️

[@ChrisAndCats]

I dont know- the gentle ones can end up getting their faces somewhat mauled by tourists. I prefer the bitey ones like Arni the Tourist Hater and Ormonde, as they know how to prevent too much interaction and maintain their personal space.

[@sandyg3639]

Q10 is such a magnificent horse. Both of the horses are just beautiful. John, thank you for all you show to us and for your knowledge and how you present yourself. Always respectful and some humor when appropriate. ❤

[@joquartobeans398]

Agree, Q10 is a beautiful specimen of a horse. I have learned so much about horses on this channel. I’m especially fascinated with the horse’s antenna-like ears that seem to detect danger & also goodness in those they encounter.

[@Loes731]

Is his name Q10😂

[@lightworlddouglas4601]

Q10 might seem to have a “Spasm” in back leg. I hope he recovers.

[@175muffin]

What wonderful cometary and fiĺming for anevetful Monday.

[@SuzetteKath]

@@lightworlddouglas4601 I was thinking maybe a stone the way he was with his right hind leg.

[@MoonlightandMagnolias]

Q10 is a favorite of mine. ❤ such a beautiful and well trained horse. He is such a gentle giant ❤

[@kimpardowski1890]

I wish your comments were on every video. You help all of us understand what goes on at horse guards. Thank you

[@thegreyhoundgirls536]

Exactly! And you have so much respect for the King’s Guards, Police, and the horses. You look out for them and alert them if needed. You are also nice & respectful to the tourists, even though sometimes they don’t deserve it 😉

[@debraleighton4919]

It a pleasure to see how the troopers love the horses

[@lfm6269]

I do wonder if something was bothering his rear leg as he kept kicking it out. I hope Q10 will be fine and there is nothing seriously wrong. Thank you for all your comments. It helps us so much understanding what goes on.

[@j.ksmith7432]

He was kicking at a horse-fly

[@jakkiannstephens]

I agree looks like he's having trouble with his hind leg

[@kathellison8084]

@@jakkiannstephens He was walking perfectly normally , horse fly .

[@rosieandjim2293]

Looked as if if he was suffering with cramp in his back leg there. That's how I act along with shouting when I get cramp Ow ow ow lol

[@cynn3367]

I wonder if he wasn't having an abdominal cramp, ie., early colic maybe? Sometimes they kick at their sides in the early stages. I wish somehow we could get some follow up on what the problem was.

[@denisematecki8346]

MANY OF THE PUBLIC ARE SO RUDE AND SELFISH . 111

[@becca9554]

Q10, I feel your pain. There are days I don't want to work either.

[@X-files435]

Way to go Q 10. People have no respect.

[@debinull3511]

You know these horses get tired of being touched all the time and they are such beautiful animals.

[@paulettebillinge]

Children should not be allowed to maul any horse, where are the parents?

[@susanmitchell9257]

OMG THESE PEOPLE MAKE ME SO ANGRY Y WOULD YOU ALLOW CHILDREN TO ATTACK THIS POOR ANIMAL!! DISGUSTING behavior

[@donnabradley9926]

He is a beauty.The children seem to love him.❤

[@Claire-mv1tf]

Dapple greys are Stunning

[@clover1az49]

I can sooo relate to Q10. I too was over with my job on Saturday. So, I quit and walked right out! I didn’t even look back. #True story

[@marystewart864]

Q10 is a beauty with a wonderful temperament. If a horse quits then he had enough. The Kings horse always wins.

[@j.ksmith7432]

It’s not good practice to just let them quit, you’d be making a rod for your own back. Plus which, deal with the horse-fly and he’ll be fine

[@ginettechiverton7113]

Qten lifted his back right leg. Something must have Irritated him. 🇬🇧🥰🐎

[@tysie1186]

Seemed like it was bothering him pretty bad a couple of times

[@maggiemadwestiemum4511]

I hope Q10 is alright he was either g so gentle what a wonderful horse

[@lorrainemiller688]

He was holding his tail funny, too.

[@suewolf9815]

Hope they find out what was bothering him. Thanks for the video.

[@pamplant3610]

My favorite guard is riding Q-Ten to boot. Great combo as far as I'm concerned, 😊

[@karifredrikson-lr1mm]

Q10 has worked hard with much touching & displaying so much sweetness! Thank you to his Handlers!

[@elizabethturel78]

Actually, I thought it looked like a shoe problem. The horse started leaning on that foot🤷🏻‍♀️I don’t know, weird thing to happen.

[@valoriagreen8376]

I noticed the same thing, the way he kept throwing out his right hind leg. I had horses, and one of ours would do that, but it was his front left, his frog in the Hoff was missed up.

[@kathypeachs6847]

Your channel is my favorite Horseguards channel. I enjoy your commentary about whats going on.

[@anni50ful]

John I'm so tired tonight I've spent the day in hospital having cancer tests all negative I'm happy to say so I'm so pleased to switch onto your channel and watch Q10 what a gentle giant my absolute favourite horse, I hope they keep him and give him a better name,thank you for all your information and interesting commentary ☺

[@kathellison8084]

What good news for you 😘 have a long rest then breathe and live your best life xxx

[@anni50ful]

@@kathellison8084 Thank you so much Kath x

[@annejarvis9665]

So pleased your tests were negative xx❤

[@caramarris392]

Love seeing the MOD guards with the horses. They clearly have a knowledge, fondness and confidence with them.

[@j.ksmith7432]

Just not knowledgeable about horse-flies!

[@lyndaknight4152]

Could be horse flies.or kicking forward what he did,could be colic.xx

[@j.ksmith7432]

@@lyndaknight4152 he could indeed be going down with colic but in my experience it doesn’t go from 0 -60 in that space of time, doesn’t mean it doesn’t, just that I’ve not seen it! As for kicking inwards, horseflies tend to like the belly for a landing field, not to the exclusion of all else! In the box I saw the fly cross the doorway of the box and then generally buzzing around the courtyard, if it landed on his belly or he thought that it was going to that’s where he’d kick.

[@lyndaknight4152]

@@j.ksmith7432 oh I wasn't there.yes having horses they usually go ,after a time.poor boy,evil horsefly!!

[@j.ksmith7432]

@@lyndaknight4152 tbh if they don’t already do so they should educate the Troopers about these things, too often the behaviour in the box could be easily dealt with if they only knew what to look for. I spend far too much time slowing down the video speed, enlarging the pic and rewinding and replaying and often it’s as plain as day or should be if you’re standing right in front of the animal, what is causing the trouble! With my own horses if I had them tied up for grooming or whatever and a horse-fly was around, I trained them to stand still, even when they were rolling their eyes and their lips were trembling, as soon as the fly landed I slapped it, when it hit the ground I trod on it. Ex-horsefly, happy horse! There was one vid a couple of months back where the horse was terrified and going around and around the box snorting etc. The Trooper on it didn’t notice the fly, the gates man came out a couple of times I believe, as did the camo bod, none of them did anything but chat to the Mounted Trooper yet the horse fly was in plain view, any one of them could’ve disposed of it.

[@jeannesbitt1627]

Your videos really are excellent, so many of us watch them and you have a great sense of humour. Many thanks for the hours you spend with the guards and horses and the knowledge you have, I watch every day. Please keep up the good work, we do appreciate it.

[@theolderwomansviewagematte2218]

That police officer was fabulous, so cool, calm and collected helping out while others were summoned. He's a cool dude indeed.

[@charlottetracy3970]

The tourists were really crowding Q10! A horse that big needs more space than a usual size horse. Those tourists have no awareness of what they are doing!

[@thegreyhoundgirls536]

Most are idiots, IMO

[@user-ew2px6nz1u]

And why should they?

[@jayfurjill]

It’s just so sad, all these people posing for snaps like they’re in Disneyland, and not one of them considers saying ‘thank you’ (with or without ‘for your service’). These soldiers are working to protect them, and it’s like a joke to them…

[@tina4niko]

Q10 is a young horse. You can clearly see that he just found his hourly duty far too much! Q10 spoke, and the guards listened. Beautiful to see.

[@kathellison8084]

They name the horses using the alphabet for when they become trained , as the next letter is to be Z and the horses are 3/4 when purchased he will be around 12 years old .

[@lechatel]

It was clearly a problem with his hind leg...he was swishing his tail as well, so some kind of insect.

[@945wendy]

I think the other posters are right about him being bitten. He kept shaking and kicking back on that one leg.

[@Frostyblu]

They need to check the horses right rear leg. He was kicking that leg out. If he was bitten by something in the box then he won't go back in for fear of being bitten again. 💜

[@GalaBrissy]

He won’t forget it.

[@agnesohara7791]

Definitely something wrong with back leg

[@Lisasoul-yv1cs]

Possibly a horsefly bite to his underside ,hence why Q10 kept lifting his leg but couldn't reach the spot. Causing stress & discomfort Those horseflies are a pain in the @rse, And anywhere else they🎯

[@jacquelinenash2118]

Agree had to be something to start him off. He was enjoying himself before

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

With the horse donation in the box, a stinging horsefly could have landed on Q10's legs and given him a nip. We shall most likely never know. I hope he will be alright bless him.

[@KrissyBurgess]

Hi John, I'm new here. I found this accidentally, and now I,m hooked! Thank you so much for all the info. I love your lauggels laugh/giggles , very infectious. You are sunshine on a rainy day.

[@Addy2023X]

Horses are gorgeous animals , they can be soft , when they don't want to do anything its their mind made up. Aww bless young children love him thry know the innocence of children around them then to adults.

[@annetteevans2175]

Looking at another piece of footage it looks like q10 caught the front of his back right hoof on the cobbles in the poo……kind of like us stubbing a toe and it hurting up your leg ! That can be painful, it’s a wonder he wasn’t swearing in horsey language !

[@Gogetemscoobie]

The fact that woman let go of her pram to instead get a picture shocked me

[@nancyprice6967]

John. Thank you for narrating your videos which make them more interesting and entertaining. The Kings Horses and guards do a amazing job of controlling the crowds. Many tourists know nothing about horses and most of the Kings horses probably weigh between 1200-1600 pounds. I can see why the horses that are swarmed by tourist get upset. With the noise and activities surrounding them it is easy for them to have a melt down. When Q-10 “lost it” and was finished with entertaining the crowds, the manure in his box was slippery and it’s difficult for a guard to keep their footing trying to control the horse. That is why it was cleaned up. 🐎 🙂

[@lesleycooke6226]

Q10 is Gorgeous i reckon he got bugged when everyone was rubbing his nose and face. Loved the police horse's. Enjoyed your chat. Thank you ❤🇬🇧

[@allyriddell8449]

I absolutely love horses ❤

[@irmadeconinck104]

All the horses are stunning and beautifull and as you say they are well taking care off. Q-10 is a mejectic horse, hope in the meantime he is ok. King's Guard who is riding Q-10 is a friendly King's Guard who has a lot of affection and a special bond with the horses he rides. Thank you for sharing your video's love to see them.

[@elaineeades9748]

I really enjoy your chats as you film.. one thing amuses me- how do the guards see around those helmets so low over their eyes. Hi from Australia.

[@joquartobeans398]

Great question, was wondering that too, also, how do they scratch an itch on their nose with their hands both occupied?

[@leonard5606]

@@joquartobeans398 A long tongue.....lol 😛😋

[@joanthompson5058]

I just wish the public. Would sppreciate the care snd attention that has gone into their privileged viewing of this duty,!

[@elainebrooksbank5281]

It doesn’t take much to spook a horse. I was once riding one who shied & bolted at the sight of a tin bath in the hedgerow. We’d passed the same tin bath on our way out on our hack without a problem but he wasn’t happy about it on the way back. But because a horse’s eyes work independently they can react differently from what they see through one eye to what they see out of the other. Their left eye is their rapid reaction eye - often with nippers why tourists on the left may get nipped quicker than those on the right . But it can mean that what they’re happy with seeing through their right eye could set them off when they see the same thing through their left eye. One of the reasons why horses are so unpredictable. Or Q10 may have had a sudden attack of the gripes. If they have digestive problems a sudden pain could cause a problem and have the horse kick out. Bet the trooper felt that tail flick though - I’ve been on the receiving end of one of those a few times. I’m surprised more tourists don’t get trampled. Because, no matter how expert horsemen & women the guards are, they’re still human so still have to have time to react when the horse acts out. And even then, if the horse doesn’t want to be controlled or doesn’t feel like being calmed down , then there’s not much they can do. There’s a reason why energy is measured in horsepower and not manpower.

[@cynicalbeotch]

And especially in that some of the tourists have NO situational awareness (or brains) and don't move their bloody selves out of the way!!

[@elainebrooksbank5281]

@@cynicalbeotch it never ceases to amaze me how completely ignorant some of them are about how much damage a horse can cause. If they end up being trampled by a huge iron shod 17+ hh horse complete with rider & kit weighing in around 1000kg they’d probably never move again. But they stand there taking photos while the guards are trying to control a totally unpredictable horse. And knowing how quickly a horse can be spooked I’m appalled at people who stand their squishy toddlers right in front of the horse’s hooves for that all important holiday snap. Despite a horse having both monocular and binocular vision it has two blind spots - right behind its tail and under its head in front of its hooves. If it decides to prance around it just wouldn’t know they’d be there.

[@945wendy]

Loving your video’s along with history lessons and explanations of what is actually happening at the moment. Keep up the great work 👍🇨🇦

[@paulettebillinge]

It's all the idiots mauling, pulling and prodding him. I wouldn't want to be there either.

[@lornadesmarais-zo4pr]

Q10 is gorgeous. Love it when ge sticks out his tongue

[@somersetgirl125]

I think Q10 was bothered by a horse fly. He was kicking out at something and horses hate them because they bite. Central London is probably warm enough for a few to still be around too.

[@bonnieweeks7601]

I saw a horse that had one under his saddle. It caused his black hair to turn white. It did cause him to buck. The owner was smart enough to stop and check under the saddle.

[@beckycederquist8791]

Certainly bit by something. The way he was kicking, it may have bit something sensitive.

[@carolereeves2294]

AFTER ALL THE ANTICS OF THE OTHER HORSES,HE ACTS DOPED UP. 😅😅😅😅😅❤❤❤

[@maevephipson2803]

@somersetgirl1125 I agree with you. He kept lifting up his right hind leg. Not in a "ready to kick out" position. Just pulling it straight up. Anyone who has been bitten by a horse fly will understand. Worse than a bee sting. Or possible cramping in the leg 🤔

[@JaneH-rj9jt]

Yes I think the same that there was some kind of insect because of tail swishing and the way he was kicking out. He seemed so placid before hand. I have had horse fly's around my horses before.. and they are nasty things! As for that stupid woman standing behind Q10 I'm sure tourists think the horse's playing up is apart of the show and the troopers can control them 😳 who knows what goes on in a tourists mind.. nothing logical that's for sure.

[@zuzuspetals8323]

Farewell, Q10. Come back soon! ❤

[@shelle5]

I love horses! They are beautiful magnificent animals! I’ve been around horses a long time, I do get upset when I see people crowding them and not giving them and the guards respect for space, I wish people would just take pictures one at a time but that’s wishful thinking! But I do think they overcrowd them!! I’m hoping to be able to visit someday before I’m too sick to travel!! Thank you for the videos and explaining how it works! Look forward to seeing more videos ❤️

[@melissagenoff3107]

Thanks John . I’m new to this channel and am loving your work. If you haven’t already, could you do a post about the history of the horses that are part of this branch? Well done.

[@leandabee]

I still think of face cream when I hear Q10 😅. Maybe it was watching the Prime Ministers cavalcade go past that upset him 🤔🤭

[@patriciaquigley4856]

I am truly baffled why people allow their kids too stand in front of the horses 🐎 note if anything happens they will be very sorry

[@barbarabarton4078]

Good evening again from Fremantle Western Australia 🇦🇺 on this warmish spring day. 37°C. 1920hrs at least it's getting cooler, 33°C now. My fan's blowing hard trying to cool down. Thanks yet again for your wonderful videos. 🙏

[@lindasparks9288]

Good morning I thank you for your videos I have just found them as I am bed ridden at the moment and it makes enjoyable watching and I think all the horses are magical when they are mounted together and so beautifully turned out thank you once again hope you will be back very soon Linda sparks xx

[@catzkeet4860]

Lol the Blues nicked him John. I mean, I would if I had the chance. Might be a bit tough to fit him in my suitcase tho lol Gotta say, the Met have some gorgeous greys. I saw this really early this morning. A lot of people have fixated on the way he's kicking with one hind, deciding there was something wrong with his leg but have watched footage several times I'm pretty sure hes got a tummy ache, a mild colic. Horses with stomach issues often kick a bit and I think that's what it is, and sometimes a change of stable can be enough to set it off. Also, ouch, that poor stableman getting a tail whip to the face.... that hurts(been there done that lol)

[@lauriefletcher2850]

Did not know a tad of colic causes them to kick but it makes sense.

[@catzkeet4860]

​​@@lauriefletcher2850not "always" but a lot will kick with the hinds in particular, almost like they're trying to kick where it hurts.

[@bonnieabrs1003]

And he’s looking at his left side as well. Change in water(from different places), weather temp change can change their drinking habits, change in feed or hay, & possibly loosing a former horse buddy will start colic. I often wonder about horses of old had such delicate conditions?

[@user-dl8eo6zc9z]

It could be colic, his tail keeps being raised.

[@X-files435]

Horses have feelings just like humans. They get aggravated with to many people putting their hands on them.

[@nedmac2116]

Appreciate your narration.

[@rumdo5617]

Good, informative commentary to accompany the lovely horses ⭐️

[@divasmom4978]

Love this channel!! As a horse owner and rider for 45 years I feel for theses sweet horses. Thank you for posting watching always from Mississippi USA

[@Ms..B]

It never ceases to amaze me that people are looking at a hors in distress or anxious and still rush in for pictures...idiots.

[@user-eo6fy6xm2q]

If you keep an eye on Q10's left rear leg, he keeps raising it. I think something bit him hard enough for Q10 to be showing pain.

[@Chris17198]

I think you’ll find he was trying to say …I’m fed up with you keep touching me …get away or I’ll kick you

[@miss.cellanous8610]

A cramp n his hind quarter? 😮😢

[@sheiladaglish3843]

He was deff having trouble with that leg

[@chriswhalen1397]

I too thought he was having a problem with his leg. He kept raising it.

[@Godlovestheworld-p3b]

I thought that but I don’t know enough about horses. I hope everything is fine 🙏 such a magnificent horse and I only wish they could talk, not only to be able say what the problem is etc but imagine all the stories they could tell you, what they have seen and done, I would listen for hours. Be well Q10, we need you back soon 🐴 🫡

[@tracywarbritton2811]

The horse is an absolute beauty ❤

[@IreneArcher-yt1kr]

I come onto this Channel and maybe one video oops 6/7 Later 😂🤣😅🥰

[@blufifi]

He seemed to keep kicking his right hind leg out. Maybe something bit him. Perhaps the horse poo attracts bitey things. He's a stunning horse. They all are but he's so special.

[@mandywallis1253]

I love watching your videos can't wait for you to back after closure. Just love Q10 beautiful well-tempered horse ❤

[@brendalee9234]

I love your videos here in Quebec Canada. I’m afraid of something happening to those beautiful horses. I’m glad nobody was hurt ❤

[@patriciafranklin803]

So happy you're going to give us videos to watch while the grounds are closed! I know I'd miss watching as will so many more. Since I just started watching a few weeks ago, there will be so many new things for see. BTW - you're being so weird this morning. Because it's Monday? I love it! You've made me laugh so many times today which I sorely needed.

[@margaretsmallallan28]

Do any of the tourists really think about how the horse feels? Put a tourist, one at a time, for an hour. standing in a doorway? They'd have to endure endless folk coming up and touching, keeping close to them, with others waiting to do likewise with cameras in their faces! This has been allowed to go too far, and it is cruel that these wonderful horses are expected to endure it!

[@msdillpickle3956]

This guard is one of my favorites! Does anyone know his name? He is always patient when it is appropriate and yet VERY firm when necessary! Q10 is such a gentlemen with such a calm demeanor for such a regal animal. I pray he is put back into rotation soon!

[@gracewashburn8276]

My goodness now that is a beautiful horse very calm very reserved you know❤❤

[@momof2boys895]

one thing that bothers me is when they stick arm out toward horse then look away....thats when horse has a great snack in his face...also i've seen mentioned tourist zombies...what is that if you don't mind telling me...found your channel last week and been watching lots since then...love it from East Tennessee in the states

[@LondonCityWalks]

'Tourist zombies' ... when there is a surge of tourists entering Horse Guards through the tunnel it often looks like a scene from The Walking Dead. 😂

[@moyaingram7166]

Very appropriate + accurate description of most of the obnoxious unwanteds 😱🤪

[@jaynesmalley9718]

Evening John, thank you so much again. I really look forward to your content and I agree with the person before me that your commentary is the key. I bet you really enjoy it. Have a good evening John.

[@brendanorris9944]

I'm sure that Q10 knows that he's admired by all who meet with him 🤗💕💕💕

[@robsowka4985]

Tourists shouldn't come so near to the horse and touching it. They simply shouldn't.

[@cosandrawheeler4013]

I lived abroad for a year and was able to spend a week in London and visited Horse guard Palace. It's amazing and every tourist should add it to your bucket list! I love your comments 😅

[@debrabolton9372]

Q10 is a magnificent horse. He must be a joy to ride. The police horses are beautiful. I love grays. I really enjoy your commentary. Loved the remark about Tony Montana. With the other horse he certainly had an excellent rider. I have seen her handle "naughty" horses. Perhaps Q10's leg was bothering him because he kept kicking backward.

[@j.ksmith7432]

There was a horse-fly bugging him!

[@helenquinn8530]

Maybe he was stung in the leg or under his thigh where he was kicking out. Love your videos, love your commentary

[@annarnall4750]

Feel sorry for Q10 most probably felt crowded because of his placid nature everyone was drawn to him

[@sarahbeasley-ps2zq]

Aww sad seeing Qten in distress :( so Blues not gonna be giving him back to life guards i see ... Lol😅

[@vgil1278]

What a dear boy is Q10. So gentle . He really wants the interaction. In the USA, Lifeguards keep people from drowning at the beach. It must be different in Britain, otherwise why would they need horses? I don't see a horsefly bothering him.

[@helencheadle5285]

Hi John, always great. Videos from you but a keen horsewoman im hooked in your filming Q10 here..gorgeous horse..what 17.5? 18 hands? I ask as 20yrs ago I was riding a 17.5 hand just like Q10..a gentleman and a sweetheart. Unfortunately we were riding through rough scrubland initially and a grass snake suddenly came out and spooked him. I totally admire the Horsemen holding the reins with just one hand, and using knee pressure…me with both hands just could not slow my ride down and he bolted..not stopping until we came to a very tall fence,and then he reared up and threw me. And it’s a long way down when thrown from that height! I remember him nuzzling my face,but that’s the last thing. Unfortunately once found and hospitalised, found I’d broken my back in two places and my neck vertebrae….my beautiful horse…was fine! Just frightened, but I was never able to ride again and now I am disabled, tho walk a few steps. So people should be aware these horses are living solid machines, which can easily get spooked, can smell fear, and if they decide to go..they go! And not easily stopped! So these horses should be given more respect than they Are, as well as the Horse men in control. It’s nigh on impossible with so many people and smells and hands waving in their faces. There are far too many tourists being allowed close up, and a nasty accident waiting to happen. Seriously, a barricade ought to be erected to give a safety factor to both sides…photos can still be taken with horse and guard in the background, but knowing horses, I find it foolish putting them in this position as well as Unfair. I did see a barricade erected for something recently, but forget what for and even then it was only up one day! Another thing I’ve noticed is how many Asian tourists we have who clamour more, but the warning notice on the wall about horses biting etc is only written in English…I doubt people even look, but think a second paragraph in Chinese or Japanese should be added, just as extra safety warning….Do you agree? I live in North Norfolk, and have had pleasure when the horses and their riders come on holiday, to gallop along the beach and in the sea…like big puppies they enjoy playing. Keep up your super videos John, but stay safe! As I said, horses have keen sense of smell and don’t like the smell of fear! Wishing you a great New Year! Warm wishes from North Norfolk! 🙋‍♀️🥰👍💕💐👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🫶🙏🫖☕️ 🐎🐎🐎

[@KigerPony]

It's all just a guess without being there and hands on but I am wondering if he might have developed a bit of gas colic. Lifting that hind leg is sometimes a sign of discomfort. He did not appear to be doing an actual kick, which are usually very quick and decisive, plus the way he held his tail up a few times, those are just things I noticed but could be totally off. Again, not being there hard to say for sure but given how kind the horse is usually, I would not be surprised if he had gotten a bit of gassy colic and was feeling a bit uncomfortable.

[@catzkeet4860]

I agree. Besides which he was quite sound, moving on all 4 feet evenly without lameness.

[@RainSinger7722]

YES! He’s an honest horse in pain. Colic, my guess.

[@JusticeLuvr]

From what I’m reading, this horses tongue is out a lot and I can’t tell if the bit is a problem but I’ve read it can mean some health issues that seem pretty serious. I hope he is ok and I’ve misread. Thank you for what you are doing! I am enjoying it so much and your voice is delicious.

[@cathieharris1127]

I have noticed something over the weeks I've watched your video, the officer with glasses loves those horses. He always goes up and pets them when on duty. Seemed natural for him to help get the horse back in place.

[@bsuzyq]

Q-ten keeps picking up his right hand leg like something's wrong.

[@user-fg6kg1dn7w]

I would just like to say I totally adore your coverage with the horses and everything else within the surrounds. You have a lovely calm “listenable” voice and I just love the information that you offer us, and of course, the fact you actually know the horses names plus their height etc. Love it. And I thank you hugely. 🥰

[@lindaboulton7100]

I thank you also !!!!!😊

[@pamlucas1326]

It is so lovely to listen to someone who knows and respects the horses and the guards routine. You bring it all to life.

[@alisonhutchings4690]

Hello John, from Ottawa Poor Q10, not happy today, hope he’s ok 💙💜🩵 Fantastic footage this weekend thoroughly enjoyed it all 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🐎🐎🐎

[@hazelb7218]

Aaww poor Q10....LOVELY HORSE.....The way he kept kicking out in that way with his back right leg and swishing his tail... i wonder if he possibly got stung on it....there are still a few bees and wasps about where the weather has still been quite mild ...??! x

[@patricabenson2324]

Love the horses, hope Q.10 is okay! When you made that remark about the jogger, going through the box. Was thinking the same thing 😅.

[@Jan-qy5rk]

Maybe he has belly ache or uncomfortable somewhere on his body? Absolutely magnificent horse ❤ seems horses just like us humans don't like Mondays 😊

[@jacquelinebarnard649]

Aaah what absolutely Beautiful Boy. ❤

[@ourcreativebeehive]

Q10 is gorgeous! He also seems to be a lover.❤❤

[@user-qi6yo7xt4l]

Q10 is indeed beautiful as are the police horses.

[@irishpaddy560]

Good evening, and thank for upload the two video and good work again. It be good if Titan and Q10 team up in the two box and the people won't not go up to them.

[@Chris17198]

If you ask me I feel they need to stop the Tourons from touching the horses …yes by all means stand next to them to have their photos ..but more and more often are the horses getting upset because of the constant touching …if I was a horse I’d be well fed up too …

[@flogittoyou]

Hello, I think the trooper said at 28.47.the horse who replaced Q10 was Spartus just so you have the right name to go with your horse photo. 🐴🐎🐴🐎

[@LondonCityWalks]

Yes, the replacement horse was Sparta 🐴❤️👍🏻

[@fionathomson4436]

❤ He's magnificent

[@samic1051]

Something definitely bothered him the way he was kicking out. But even the biggest kindest gentle giants can get fed up with some of the tourist who they just crowd them sometimes

[@wandadavis8335]

John, I just accidentally found your videos a few days ago, while scrolling through my phone, i really love watching these videos, I live in a small town in Oklahoma, USA and have always wanted to visit England, this is such a great way without having to travel, thank you

[@LondonCityWalks]

A very warm welcome to the Channel Wanda! ❤️