Mare Goes Wild - Horse Shelter Heroes S3E18

Kory, Keith and Angela head to a covert auction rescue and save a lot of lives. It's their first 'solo' auction and they couldn't have done a better job. Meanwhile, at the end of the episode, there is a special sneak peek of Horse Rescue Heroes preparations of boot camp.
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[@deboraharmstrong3002]

I think that the saddest part of "The Last Act Of Kindness" is that for FAR too many of these poor animals, this is the first kind thing that has happened to them in their entire life!

[@JF-wu9sc]

8mm 1n

[@harridan.]

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[@trishbluedorn1806]

Agreed! Sadly. There is NO EXCUSE for the lack of laws protecting them and for the neglect and abuse. It MUST STOP!

[@sallywaites8517]

That poor little black mini just looked utterly defeated while at the auction. Thankyou, as always, for helping these lost souls. ❤

[@candymennega1153]

But the poor little one was immediately put to sleep! Isn't it your goal to give these guys a little bit of a good life? It just seems that you didn't save them at all. Sad

[@elisabetta611]

@@candymennega1153 They did. He was given cuddles, treats, water, love...everything he wouldn't have gotten on a slaughter truck. Showing him mercy was the right call, the vet always explains why they make this decision and it's never baseless.

[@denisehaley9271]

​@@candymennega1153 you obviously know nothing about horse rescue. There are times when putting a horse down IS the kindest thing you can do for it. Don't be so quick to make such mindless remarks please.

[@judyives1832]

@@candymennega1153 You can’t give a good life to an animal that is in extreme pain, you can only give them relief and peace. It’s cruel to prolong suffering

[@kaitlynbrown1850]

@@judyives1832 exactly if my horse broke him leg i’m not going go to keep him in this life for him to be in pain every second of his life. i would rather him move on into a new life without pain.

[@kimsullivan7397]

When Kory puts himself in the line of fire, not only for the safety of his teammates; but the safety of the animal. You know you have a true blue horseman. Sending horses to run free, in a pasture in the sky is not an easy job. Thank You to the Vets who do their jobs so lovingly, and with such patience for the discarded. For this to have been a smaller auction, it was one of the hardest to watch.

[@koryoconnor4268]

I live for all of this. Problem horses are just afraid most of the time. As long as you take your time and show them they aren’t in trouble they’ll be yours.

[@kimsullivan7397]

@@koryoconnor4268 You just don't find your dedication and heart in many people. As with the whole team. You have to see an animal's soul to understand. Thank You for being that person to take the time to see!

[@thementaldancer7579]

​@@koryoconnor4268 have you ever seen Double Dan Horsemanship, I wonder how some of the younger horses would benefit from liberty training when they can not be rideable

[@koryoconnor4268]

@@kimsullivan7397 we have many different people in place that are dedicated to ensure the proper steps are taken. From our ranch hands making sure stalls are cleaned and these wonderful animals are fed, to our vet techs and amazing vets that look after the medical care of them all

[@kimsullivan7397]

@@koryoconnor4268 Everyone is important. One hand washes another. I have not seen a better team. I was sad to see some leave I admit when I first started watching. But now it is so much more a well oiled machine. The vet technicians are AMAZING. From the front door to the stables. Kudos and well wishes to everyone. The last thing I am trying to do is take away from anyone's job. The person that scoops is just as important as the person that does any other job. Rescue is heartbreaking in itself. When the "best" your handed are genuinely handed are societies throwaway. Keep the faith!

[@koryoconnor4268]

Our media team is absolutely amazing. These folks put themselves in the line of fire to get the shots y’all see every week! They absolutely blow it out of the water! If it wasn’t for them we honestly couldn’t do what we do. They make it all possible, along with Tawnee and Jason. They have put a team in place that can do just about anything!

[@CindyLMunger]

Agreed! A tremendous team.

[@sandrawiper3236]

Agree, Kory! Plus you are such an amazing part of Horse Plus. Your relationship to these lucky horses is so effective. Thank you -- love to watch you

[@gingerbaker4579]

That "crazy" mare. I have a friend who has been around horses for 30 years (family are horse owners for generations & they take damn good care of their horses including some BLM mustangs they adopted for "craziness") & would love to take that mare once she's available. She's into jumping with a draft cross & if this baby is that big be a perfect addition. I'd love to know her name.

[@StratospheralNurse]

Love you Kory! You are a fantastic horseman. No fear! Or at least, you don't show it, and that's what counts.

[@susanosman3643]

What does it mean " a covert auction"?

[@terrillrogers9983]

I just love to see how Kory gives all the animals he handles a kind gentle rub…just so natural.

[@faith777t]

My dads horse had ringbone. Our vet had us put him on banamine and watch put him out in pasture for a bit. We checked in 6 months and they where fused. My dad could ride him again. We only did light trail riding at a walk. He was the only one who rode him. Senator had been a “ Big lick” horse”😢 he had the scare from the chains and the broken tail. It was sad. We did not give up on him and he made my dads life happy

[@arribaficationwineho32]

And you gave him a good life.

[@RosieandFriends1]

What a great story! It brought tears to my eyes 😅

[@kaitlynbrown1850]

sadly long term on banamine breaks down the kidneys. so with her being advanced and if she was on banamine long term she would pass out from kidney failure.

[@marymartin8763]

As a horse owner it’s so nice to see a shelter/rescue with people who actually know what they’re doing. If you’re in the horse world you know most rescues just have a lot of people who love horses but don’t understand horses. Most rescues that I’ve seen have lots of horses who need medical attention because the rescue took in too many horses and then they can’t afford vet care when they need it. These people are awesome!

[@lorettaclifford406]

The ones that bug me are the ones that are just doing it for a quick turnover and profit, claiming 501 c status and then doing a quickie training and then overcharging for horses they misrepresent as kid safe! Not caring they are risking someone else's child! Not these people, they really seem like the right sort.

[@JaJajaja-pf8xm]

I have an 18 year old stallion. Greatest horse I've ever had. Raised him from a foal. He would never dream of acting like that. Mares in season were never an issue. My vet praises him as the best trained stallion he has ever seen or heard of.

[@katmandudawn8417]

I don’t know what’s worse, thinking that these horses have never known love and care or that they were once cherished pets and ended up here. Either way, seeing them in such bad condition is disturbing and heartbreaking. Thank you Horse Plus.

[@lazydaisy7336]

Doc is so funny when he said that the stallion was ready to rock and roll! Corey handled him like a champ as always. Good job to your team!

[@nancyjelich8471]

Is there any punishment to the previous owners who treated these precious animals so horribly ???

[@kaitlynbrown1850]

@@nancyjelich8471 sadly no.

[@RhiaBlack]

That yearling filly is gonna be HUGE. Whoever ends up with her, she's going to be a good horse, I can feel it.

[@sandinielsen4401]

So sad to see the suffering in this cohort. Bless you for ending their pain. The others we know will get the best care possible. Well done on doing a great job. So many owners who do not accept the responsibility that goes with animal ownership, surely they can't be that ignorant. Best wishes to you all.

[@joanntaylor2665]

When the ponies or horses are in such pain & unfixable condition, it is so hard to put them down. But it is so much better than suffering all the time with no hope of getting better just worse. But I can tell you putting an animal down with a shot is soooo much more humane than being sent to a Slaughterhouse. I don't know if they still have the Mexico Slaughterhouse or the one in Canada on KZbin but I did watch one video here a few years ago on a segment of the Slaughterhouse in Mexico. Once was enough for me. Totally inhumane in every aspect you can't even imagine or describe the Horror. Yet our Government will NOT stop these Kill Buyers from transporting these horses across our borders into Mexico & Canada. Back in the 1990's we were fighting, & petitioning our Congress to stop the Slaughter of horses (Wild & Domestic) completely but the best thing they would do was to stop the Slaughterhouses within the U.S. by stopping the meat inspectors from the U.S. checking the butchering of horse meat. That's called A HALF ASS JOB. And don't be fooled, many of our Western Wild horses end up in the same way, every year. Yet in 1973 Laws were put on the books in Congress that the wild horses in our Western States "were NOT TO BE HARMED OR REMOVED FROM WHERE THEY LIVE "period". But they make up excuses of not enough grasslands to sustain them all. Really? But Ranchers can run cattle on Public Lands and that's the real reason for removing the horses. So the Ranchers want the Open Range for their cattle & to hell with Our Wild Mustangs. So why don't they geld some Stallions instead? No, they are giving the Mare's shots to keep them from getting pregnant, Right???

[@gmariet1391]

There's not a group of people who walk a longer extra mile to restore health to seriously neglected or damaged animals. After watching you for over a year it's my opinion that when you think a animal should be put down , you should do it without feeling obligated to explain every aspect to justify your decisions to haters. You're a amazing group of people who know how to call it like it is. 😊👍❤️🌿

[@beckyshell4649]

I appreciate them telling me why a horse is put down. I like to hear because I like being educated about different horse ailments. When some of the horses come in they "don't look that bad" so when they are put down it is sad/disappointing to hear that they are put down. By them sharing what the problem is you understand why. It is sad when a horse is put down but it is not the worse thing that could happen to them.

[@teresasmith8946]

AMEN!

[@leanneadams2549]

They don’t have to justify anything to anyone!!!

[@stephaniearnold2775]

No actually, if you ever willingly kill an animal, as a rescue, ANY rescue should ALWAYS explain their reasoning behind why they're using DONOR money to kill an animal. Medical issues that can't be healed? Of course end their suffering. Behavioral problems because of the stress and torture they've endured? Absolutely does NOT justify killing them. Put them back in the wild where they belong or give them to a BETTER rescue.

[@elisabetta611]

@@stephaniearnold2775 You think a traumatized, aggressive, dangerous horse can be "put back in the wild"? That's dangerously ignorant. And ANY rescue worth its salt will prioritize safety. It's the same with aggressive, dangerous dogs...once they've attacked someone they are put down. Is it sad? Yes. Is it necessary? Also yes. That's REALITY, not dream land where domesticated, violent animals can "just be set free". (They'd die a slow death btw)

[@akantiia]

That filly went crazy! Glad that nobody was hurt and that she wasn't hurt either

[@GamblingGal]

A fun term I've heard when a stud gets gelded: His mind-set changes from "ass" to "grass" 😂😂 😳✂️🐎 🤷‍♀️ Just sayin' Thanks guys! Y'all are wonderful 💕

[@MrBangbangjim]

Tawnee and Jason are true warriors in the fight against horse slaughter, neglect, and abuse. Their backup team are exceptional people as well. You are all very much appreciated. Thank you.

[@lyndachabane1931]

That poor sweet mini was in a horrific state, quite heartbreaking. Thank God there are good people like you to save their lives. Bless you all, from the UK.

[@pepeylamiller3431]

If only the rest of humanity had this kind of compassion. What an outstanding team!

[@connieparker8896]

God bless you all

[@nanafarm1952]

Hello to my favorite vet. You are such a sweet special man. Thank you for being who you are 💕

[@wakingohiomama9110]

Nothing wants to make me cry more than a lonely eyed horse.

[@ashlingofAsh7580]

I'm in love with the black stallion....soon to be a gelding. Lol. But my gosh he's handsome. And the mini stud muffin. Awwwww that was heart breaking

[@user-yp6zk3ew1q]

Yes! And that huge yearling filly.💕

[@janl8683]

Owners who let their horses suffer without giving them the last act of kindness is so dismaying! So thank you to your team who have to rescue these horses and end their pain and suffering. It must take its toll on you all. Thank you 🥰

[@coraclements4562]

What an awesome team, good job as always, could that lactating mare be used for a foal who lost its mom? did we miss the intake for the corvert auction? So glad the last act of kindness was given to those babies who needed it, going to slaughter is a horrible thought. Thank you for everything you do for these animals, its sad that the owners didn't take care of the problems before it came to this. Kory is so awesome, good job love the vets and the entire staff is so great.

[@caidyc]

What a great veterinarian team! God bless the work.

[@sheliadavis4419]

I absolutely love what you all do for these amazing animals

[@aldapp5519]

Do unto others 🐎as you want done unto you. 🤔👣 don't know how you do it emotionally. 🙏🕊🤝

[@bettyechristain9711]

I really injoyed this intake. I was sad so many had to be let go. The intake is my favorite part as so much information is gained.

[@DragonFae16]

Having the KZbin live during the evaluation last big auction rescue was really great. I hope you guys keep doing it.

[@barbaradeselle4287]

Breaks my heart to see these horses😢 but knowing they are being rescued to a better life brings me tears of joy. My heart aches for the ones left behind😥. God bless all of you, your program and the lives you save❣️❣️❣️

[@sallymiller5101]

In²

[@kathryncorson3937]

Do you think that some people don't have the money to care for their horse and send them to action in hope that horse shelter will buy them? To help the horse.

[@kaitlynbrown1850]

@@kathryncorson3937 maybe but that horse can end up in the slaughter. Instead of taking it to an auction they could have taken it to a rescue. Surrendering them is free so they don’t have to worry about spending money to surrender their horse there

[@badnelly7819]

You are beautiful people, thankyou for being so kind and helping these horses have beautiful lives

[@rosegarden9575]

Pretty exciting! Stallions and big baby horse! Love it 😀 This going to be so much fun to see everyone!

[@user-yp6zk3ew1q]

I love that poor paint mare with the ringbone!😢😢

[@hemlock4519]

Thank you for explaining the follow up medical findings.

[@fludrbywest3886]

🙏🏻🙏🏻❣️💔❣️💗💖💞🫶🙏🏻🙏🏻all has been said 💗God bless you all for your sacrifice love and care😊

[@DebbieHollandNZ]

Wow well done team you all worked SO hard and stepped up if that's even possible. Another amazing episode. Sad for those horses that had to be euthanised but at least they got to be in a beautiful place and surrounded by love and care in their last day.

[@sandygilbert8711]

missing a week is nothing compared to getting more people and shelters on board.. keep up the good work

[@wakingohiomama9110]

Guys the Big Hoof Foundation is one I'd nominate!!!

[@lonleywolf7145]

good job.. Keith and Angela..

[@moccasinlanding]

Keith and Angela have their hearts in the right place! Kory is so multi talented, what a great team went to the auction. Good show guys!

[@sallymay3643]

It's sad when u rescue them only 2 find out u have 2 put them down. U can tell they know their being cared 4 that must make them feel loved & happy on their last few days their alive. 🐎🐎 🐎

[@noninoni9962]

Thank you for giving these horses a chance.

[@cindywilson6520]

My soul has been utterly ripped from my heart! The state of those little ones.. oh how I want to say some very nasty vulgar ugly words! But I'm just so very very thankful that they're with you now. Prayers and blessings to you all.

[@arthurshat7793]

Thank you for all that you do for these horses!

[@dkue706]

Too funny doc, that stallion was ready to rock n roll. 😄

[@anlsh2562]

This has me nearly in tears and some of those horses make think of my filly two years ago

[@theundeaddj1535]

That black stallion is gorgeous! Id love if you guys can call him 'The Black" like the old black stallion books

[@daemonember]

Beauty was a gelding which this boy son will be

[@judierenfrow8073]

My favorite books. Read every one of them.

[@joandekuiper7533]

When I was younger (much younger!), I got 50 cents a week for an allowance. So every 2 weeks I would go buy another Walter Farley book!

[@AllMyRescues]

The movie by Francis Ford Coppola was breath taking.

[@mikaelafox6106]

@@AllMyRescues It really was. It was enchanting.

[@paulinefollett3099]

Very proud of the small team at auction rescue. They did a wonderful job.

[@nolahorserider]

I miss my boy so much. He is in a great home now❤ thank you for all you do to save these magnificent animals. ❤❤❤

[@iffybaker5013]

This was so good to see, horses being well cared for...

[@user-yp6zk3ew1q]

The “baby” is gorgeous!!

[@anairsta6507]

It's going to be such a big horse if that is what it's like as a 1 year.

[@barbarafagan5240]

Thanks for helping the less fortunate horses that would've been killed.

[@JasMine-Mhm]

Tysm for all that you guys do!! These horses deserve the world, and so do you guys!

[@goldeyewolf8524]

i second that❤❤

[@dianebradshaw7955]

lots of excitement today with the mare and the stallion love doc donated yesterday

[@marinamarcus3866]

Ya'll are just so amazing to give them the love and respect they deserve. Horses are beautiful majestic animals and deserve to be treated with kindness. If you see animals suffering please let someone know.

[@mayling2722]

Thank u so much again and you are all the best 🦾🦾👌🏻👌🏻❤️❤️💋💋🙏🙏

[@leeangus1839]

Hey guys awesome rescue tonight's auction. Of 12 horses. I am very of 5 act of kindness. But Best for them no pain. Rest in peice beautiful horses. And no more worring go to the slaughter pip line. And guys awesome rescue tonight's auction. All my 💘 to all.

[@SolitudeSometimesIs]

That speckled grey at the auction - what a shame you didn't get that one, love a grey

[@mikaelafox6106]

Yes he was gorgeous. Hope he got a good home and didn’t get killed.

[@maramalfoy7630]

Probably went out of their price range which is good cause it won't go for slaughter

[@steve-rr3nq]

Doc, is my hero. the best man I know.

[@shivaprakashm.r.5307]

Thanks for saving God bless you all

[@joanrath126]

Paint mares are close to my heart.my paint Gloria was my life growing up

[@lauriethompson8176]

I got my palomino welsh cob pony he was age 7 , just gelded and wild till I had to give the last act of kindness at age 42. His age not mine . I have so many stories along with my little sisters and friend and my own children , who he taught to ride and protected them all. He was at times my my worst head ache and always my best friend.😊

[@rubygreen158]

Glad all y'all was able to rescue so these horses again every horse counts and I kno they all appreciate it . The young filly will learn she looks smart but a bit scared . Rest in peace to the beautiful horses who will forever across the Rainbow bridge free from pain .

[@minniechafin7936]

All of you, are Such Amazing people. You give them SO MUCH LOVE. ❤️ Which is what , they DESERVED ,from Previous Owners, and Did Not get. It's Heartbreaking...💔 THANK YOU, For GIVING THEM This MUCH NEEDED LOVE, And 2nd Chances. And Thank you for Helping them, with their Pain.

[@micheleeve6054]

Thank you for the work you do ,, Making better lives for these Wonderful Animals. 🐎🐎🐎💘

[@justmepraying]

Each one of you are living my dream. I will never be able to say thank Each and everyone of you and all you do

[@susanohrstrom6120]

This is the first time I’ve seen one of your videos. I’m shocked but also in awe of you people. I can’t understand why or how these poor animals end up at an auction. Who would normally buy them? And aren’t the owners or people selling them afraid of being done (sentenced) for animal cruelty? I just can’t believe it! But big thank you to this organisation for helping them.

[@jadehunter7617]

Bless you all for taking and buying horses that you know may have to he surrendered the heaven above at least they no longer have to continue to go through pain and possibly go through the slaughter prayers for you always get the funding that you need be safe love you all❤

[@distancedancer816]

Thank you for all you do. Just thank you!

[@mdolanot]

Thank you all for doing all you can for these horses.

[@kittybyrne9758]

The kindest people ❤️

[@horses2by]

Thank you so much to all of you, you all do wonderful work for animals 💕💕👏👏

[@barbgardiner5719]

I wish I could watch more videos of your organization, as it’s very educational and interesting. I grew up on horseback!

[@heidilueck355]

I just have to say you guys have done AMAZING at making these videos it's so perfect to the point that it reminds of actually sitting and watching a TV show!!! Great job

[@peggyfillmore1971]

This is my first vid..I know nothing about caring horses but love animals...really appreciated when people were explaining things . Thank you ♥️♥️

[@lorettaclifford406]

And of course I fall for the big flip herself over baby!! What is it with my addiction to naughty horses? Lol. Just a side note, they have all ended up being total sweethearts!

[@dorothyrobdau7365]

So thankful for the fabulous Vet team to see the extreme pain five of these rescues

[@dorothyrobdau7365]

were in and gave them comfortable ending with no more suffering.

[@averyandjethro1632]

You have to grunt it gives you powers🤣🤣🤣

[@geminidream4347]

All of you should be so very proud of yourselves as I am of you handling an auction and an assessment by yourselves for your first time that went off without a hitch!! Cory, you are learning so much from the vets as I watched you diagnose what you were seeing. You have to let me know how many times you were correct please and thank you.

[@koryoconnor4268]

The college I went to was very extensive. Being here has absolutely taught me a lot though

[@geminidream4347]

@@koryoconnor4268 Sorry I spelled your name wrong, it's been one of those days. LOL You are truly an asset, that's for sure. And there is nothing like hands training over book learning.

[@CindyLMunger]

I confess that I love it when you get a tongue twister to pronounce. You are the man Kory.

[@Stoppitaptap]

Angela and Jason are such a good Team!! They did amazing

[@janetashton3718]

Another fantastic rescue lovely to hear Tawney is vegan makes me support you even more.

[@daleschroeder8661]

Way to go guys u did a great job👍

[@susanosman3643]

Amazing. GOD BLESS you for ALL the good that you do!!! 🙏

[@faithhopelove7286]

Wonderful to see equine rescue being lifted as a legit nonprofit business model saving horses. Dog and cat shelters have had this opportunity for years... great work y'all!!! Genius! And again, horses live. Thank you!

[@lindayaya59]

blessings for the 5 who were put down. crying over them now. such a shame how humans treat animals. thank you.💖

[@tracyjohnson2992]

I think you guys are all Angels sent by God to help these majestic animals stay as safe as they can and be rehomed with people who will love the horses with no strings attached. Horses should be loved and enjoyed not neglected or tossed out like garbage because they don't do what you want them to do, then there are the people who sore horses and beat them when the horse doesn't want to get up because of the pain they are causing them these people are evil and should never be within sight distance of any horse. You are all angels all of you from the owners to the volunteers and i am glad there are people like you to take care of horses in this world but we need more of you for sure. Keep up the great work you are doing. God bless you all.

[@staceytroffer8287]

Thank you for all you do.

[@brucemanley7593]

Thank you for helping them to the other side Doc.(Robin) hope you liked your shirt.

[@faye493]

Thank y’all for everything y’all do.

[@Geezer-yf8hv]

Bless you all for your great work. I know it is mainly charity work, unless PEOPLE CONTRIBUTE for your work! These animals deserve to be treated well in their golden years to be able to have a good life, and not be neglected. People with money, if you want to give to a charity, animal rescues is a good thing to do! Also human charities too! Much better for our world!

[@annabellishedart4901]

I'm going to save up and donate how ever much I can to you folks you seem to be a really good and trust worthy rescue thank you for saving these poor babies there all soo cute and seem so sweet thank you.

[@arribaficationwineho32]

Thank you for giving them a chance and a kind end for those you can’t save. At least they know kindness during their last days.

[@wilsonamber36]

What an amazing opportunity you all have to do this. Always wanted to have a stable for rehabilitation of people. Like physical therapy. Horses are a blessed privilege. Maybe one day

[@leez2834]

Beautiful video. Thanks all. love your vet.

[@sheilaangeloni4037]

You are amazing earth angels helping these poor horses, thank you so much.

[@sparkle.-buggg3610]

Good job team proud of you all x

[@irenekaufer9024]

Im from Oregon and I have been watching from when I was on facebook.. and social media.. I would love to learn about running a rescue for animals especially horses. I love horses and you guys started with bare bones and are a great mentor to us that dream of helping horses from slaughter.. god bless you all and heal those horses so they can run free again and be loved .

[@janeraymond5214]

Wow, 6 orgs! Exciting but Im sure yall will need a week off from everything after! Have fun, stay safe, & TY to ALL the orgs that are out there saving, rehabbing, & rehoming! Yall rock! 🏆💗

[@gonetothedogs6471]

God Bless you in your tireless work to make these rescue horses comftorable in their days ahead! jus wonderful to see and know there are truly careing people

[@coraclements4562]

Oops forgot to mention the great video team!!!! Horse Shelter Heroes has grown so much, love the videos, Thank you so much.