MELTDOWN as ENORMOUS King's Horse has a bad morning and even The King's Guard can't settle him!

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[@suusthom-yq8tg]

​@@Sylvia-zg6yh😊

[@bettablue2660]

@@Sylvia-zg6yhthe commontator keeps calling it a him when it’s clearly a she. The bit is surely a huge problem I also believe the belly strap is since to tightly and that’s why she keeps kicking the same leg. The royal horses are completely abused with the tack they use. Horse have lots more nerve endings along their bodies that most folks ignore, especially the royals.

[@Rumkitty2000]

Why is the place going to close in a few days? That big fellow was fun to watch before he began to melt down. He was so goofy before, posing for the 📷 tongue hanging out of his mouth 😅 I think that I 'll call him "Reacher" after the character from the books and the show on Amazon Prime. I'm going to pretend that the movies with the tiny actor never happened because Reacher is supposed to be 6'5" tall and built like the Hulk!🤣🤣

[@Rumkitty2000]

​@Sylvia-zg6yh I thought so too, but I'm not as knowledgeable about horses as I'd like to be.

[@horsea1234]

What more does he have to do to tell you he's in pain? He's lifted that leg SO many times! What a sweet horse to let everyone pet him while in pain.

[@heatherh3457]

The way he was kicking upward towards his belly would indicate abdominal pain. Mild onset of colic perhaps.

[@OrangeySky11]

Kentucky here …… we raise thoroughbreds. Could have been a touch of colic (gas) and it can be very painful. I’ve seen them bite at their sides. The raised tail was a clue.

[@katydidnt3906]

Also, the looking back towards his flank.

[@shebesq]

He looks as if he is having gut spasms, bringing his leg up . He’s quite subdued. He repeated the leg action just prior to being led off…colic can come on very quickly.

[@katydidnt3906]

Absolutely. He is also looking back at his flank which is anothty sign of colic. Poor boy - not feeling well and he has to stand there, tacked up, and tolerate people touching, tiuching, touching him. Some horseman on his back 🙄

[@Energymc2]

Lo ❤ e Q 10

[@elizabethannferrario7113]

ooh i love this horse if he were human you could say he would be a perfect gentleman,

[@layler6678]

He’s better than a human

[@katie195]

Bet he has a bit of a belly ache. He is kicking out and restless.

[@sissylebud1358]

Why must the horses stand on bricks? Why are the boxes not lined with large, thick rubber mats to cushion that area? The stress on their legs and bodies standing on bricks for a shift likely leads to pain in hooves, legs, shoulders, hips, etc. As well as the horses are looked after, this seems like an unfortunate oversight in their care. Q-10 did seem most bothered on his right rear leg as he was kicking out with it. He also carried his tail oddly hooked to the left. He may benefit from a good equine chiropractor and/or masseuse.

[@LindaRikkie]

You are right. It can make them cranky. Let's invent those mats. I bet they exist somewhere.

[@samtcgan068]

too many idiots touching his face...how would you like it, if it was your face that was being touched?

[@singingbowels]

Absolutely!

[@grietjenieuwkoop8234]

Yes I am sorry but imagine standing there and everybody is petting you whether you like it of not 😮 poor baby

[@barbaramsmith1101]

It's absolutely incredible how idiots have to be told to get out of the way.

[@bren3917]

I can see he feel good. Hes drooling and tongue hangin out. Hes trying so hard to hang in there and be sociable. Im sad for him.

[@Rocket-d5v]

I just want to hug him! Such a gentle soul ❤

[@Ladywolf2263]

Same 💗

[@joleneeeeaaah]

Hug the horse? 👀

[@elainemoreland3908]

All the horses are beautiful. Ormonde (sp) makes me laugh❤

[@beckbeverley3451]

I have a beautiful big boy like him. Horses his size often are misinterpreted. It looks like he was stung by something. He wasn't tail swishing too bad as if there were more around him. It looked like a pain response. If he wanted to kick he would of. He didn't load up. Also a melt down was not much wait to U really see one. They would of swept and not used water due to the surface as well as them wearing shoes which would be much more of a risk of injury to both as high likely hood of slipping. These horses are amazing and put up with people invading space as well as boredom.hence why they play with the bit a lot more. Most horses would flip out purely with the boredom and then want to rip ppls heads off lol so well trained

[@dorothyclarke1]

Ple😊

[@michelefritze3988]

John, seeing your videos always gives me a lift. Q10 is a real sweetheart. He's so big he doesn't have to be, in any way, aggressive. That said, he was kicking out backwards, as if being bitten. He's whisking his tail a lot.

[@pamplant3610]

If memory is correct, I believe he was bitten by something on his right rear leg. Seems like that was determined after it happened.

[@vincentspratling365]

The horse was bitten and thats why the horse muck was swept away so the bug's will be away from the horses legs

[@madelineevans128]

I wonder if he was being g bothered by flies or a bee?

[@Horseyperson12]

Isn't it too cold for bees, bugs and flies?

[@jeanlamberty6490]

He is a beautiful gentle giant...thank you for filming him John.

[@margaretWestminster]

What a beautiful horse he is. The people that saw this and still standing around, they should just admire him but just don't go near the horse. Wouldn't it wonderful if we could return home at work if something was bothering them. Thank you for the nice visit to the London life guards. 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🐎

[@antonoat]

What a beautiful horse he is ! 👏👍😀

[@AlisonGasparini]

Oh Q-10. Seeing him makes me so happy.

[@suerussell6353]

Love your videos of the horses. Thank you. ❤

[@terrieseverson6346]

Seeing as Q10 has an excellent reputation for being docile his starting to “ cow kick” with his right rear leg only over numerous times may indicate some internal issues, such as gas colic . Perhaps even a bee sting but with that it’s usually over and done with fairly quick. With the tremendous care these h receive I’m sure Q10 will be feeling like his old self soon.

[@annpetersen7009]

Agreed. Q10 does not behave like an angry horse. He appears to be pained. Poor guy

[@ssnow14]

It looked to me that the guy that came up in front really quick put something in his mouth and left really fast. I hope the horse is okay 😢

[@DebDunster-me4um]

Kicking a bit at the tummy maybe some digestive troubles.

[@lindacrowley1405]

He's more tolerate of the children than the adults.

[@professionaldogtrainer968]

This isn't just behavioral. This horse is uncomfortable. It looks medical...mouth or gut. They need to check him out.

[@elizatrammell6884]

Just a beautiful house and great guard but horse got bitten ouch🥴

[@patriciafranklin803]

Sparta is asking to be petted and no one petted until this girl finally did. My heart was breaking. Maybe there should be a sign that says "Horses love to have their foreheads petted! Horses are not cats or dogs, they do not need to smell your hands. If you hold your hand under the horse's nose, better have something good to eat in it or your hand might become their snack!"

[@ginettechiverton7113]

Gorgeous Qten is such a sweet boy. 🇬🇧🐎💕💕💕💕

[@anita6761]

Some people have absolutely no sense whatsoever 😮

[@pglen6042]

What a mellow horse.

[@marymonson2187]

No matter how layed back a horse is, there will always be a limit to what they will take. I really don’t believe it was because he doesn’t want to work, something has definitely set him off. I’m a pretty layed back person, but there are some days that people know to stay away from me and leave me alone.

[@casstay4499]

He’s very loving. He seems to like the ladies.

[@snorlonikins1]

Q10 soooo gorgeous!!!

[@thecurioustempest6178]

Any working animal can have a bad day. People say it’s cruel to make animals work, but the animals love to work or they wouldn’t do it and this is proof of it. Doesn’t matter if it’s horses or canines, being a handler or rider, the responsibility of the human/handler is recognizing when they need a break or time off.

[@CarolWoosey-ck2rg]

Beautiful animal- well looked after and cared for- as are those police horses 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@vancouverislandandthething3945]

Sometimes I don't like us humans. Watching this I was struck how much they all seem like the annoying wasps at a picnic.

[@joannewoodward3480]

The way Q10 was picking up and particially kicking out with his off rear leg plus swishing his tail I suspect he was bitten by a horsefly or had some sort pain in his hip,leg or foot.

[@robincrittendon419]

The police force has gorgeous horses too wow!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@annpachini2155]

Q10 is such a sweetheart. Love him

[@cherylb2008]

3:15 that is a stunning, fresh, grey horse . The one closest to you

[@amandapablo2833]

I thought he was having a problem with his hind leg on the right. A muscle cramp or something stung him. Bees come to manure piles, and the guard swept it to the side. Maybe a sweep of floor might helps

[@tltfaas]

He got bit by a bug.

[@BirdTalk13]

Yes. I too noticed that it appeared as though his right leg/foot/hip was bothering him. Poor horse. 😟

[@careystayton2663]

Something is definitely bothering him i certainly hope they get a vet in to check him out..❤

[@annbeirne9583]

Q10 is so beautiful💖 Also the two police horses, two dapple greys one with white tail, the other one looked like it had its tail dipped two different colours.

[@LilMissPatriot]

Gorgeous horse. Huge and sweet tempered ❤🐎

[@fionagreenwood3231]

Two stunning greys

[@irenemckenna8183]

Barriers need to be erected to protect the horses from the public all these grotty hands petting the horses😢😢😢😢

[@AngelaWalsh-c5p]

Q10 is beautiful all the horses are its sad when they have something wrong with them or because of the disrespectful people laughing at the horses and guards

[@swiffer8777]

Watching the replay... to many people around him and became annoyed the frustration as to leave me alone, it seems like his right hind leg was hurting. Their should be some kind of boundaries that should be placed surrounding these beautiful horses. Tourists should give them their space.

[@kathellison8084]

He was bitten probably by a horse fly . The boxes are on a public street in Whitehall under Westminster council not MOD . Placing any sort of boundaries whether it's a physical one , which could be potentially dangerous for horse and Trooper , or a painted line like in the courtyard would be a nightmare involving Westminster council , MOD and Household Cavalry !

[@caramarris392]

The MOD police are excellent with the horses!

[@caramarris392]

It was the shorter mod guy with the beard that caught the riderless cavalry horse during the Kings coronation parade. I saw that on some video I haven't found again. The policeman started walking him back to horse guards then handed him over to a guards officer.

[@jayceec3178]

Absolutely beautiful horse. Maybe he doesn’t like standing in his own manure? There was a video months ago, not sure what channel, the horse was playing up, kicking and walking backwards, they cleaned the manure up and he seemed ok after that.

[@beckyd712]

At 5:22 a guy with a backpack rubbed something on the horse's nose as he walked by; you can see in the next few minutes after is when the horses tongue is hanging out a bit and he begins to rub his nose and toss his head about. I don't know what that guy did to this poor horse, but I'm starting to think people shouldn't be allowed to touch the horses for the horses' sake!

[@glendawoodcock4994]

Pretty sure he either got a sting underneath or a sudden muscle spasm as he sounds like a real cool dude normally.Poor boy. Everyone's allowed an off Day!

[@elmawallace5322]

I think the horse was stung!!! Watch his tail when he kicks backwards. Horses are like humans, they react! ❤

[@susanharrison6401]

Allowing those kids at the beginning so close to the horse is abslute lunacy and and cruelty And a parent should have been stopped by the guard and the police😢😢😢😢

[@vgil1278]

But Q10 loves kids. He's so gentle with them. If he enjoys them, why keep them away!

[@Aineb1039]

Q10, I have been waiting to see him again he is so beautiful but we all can have a bad day.

[@michaelmorris6897]

The horse is not happy , just take him in,😮

[@elizabethannferrario7113]

Lets all hope he gets better soon , he definitely is poorly today and needs to see a vet , as he does not behave like this usually , so he needs a-check up ! he is a gentleman in horses clothes . bless him . fingers crossed he is better next time he is on duty . hugs Q 10 xxxx

[@jenniferlehman326]

John, seeing the height of Q10, my estimated guess on his height would be 18 hh 3 inches. As I've said before, I'm pretty good at estimating heights and weights because of my local RSPCA work. His weight would be approximately 775 kgs or 1,705 pounds. From your friend, the Retired Paramedic and Horse Trainer in Ontario, Canada, Jenn 💖 🇨🇦

[@lisawatson7696]

I noticed his tail was off to one side and slightly lifted. Also with him holding up his hind leg and kicking out, i wondered if may be he was a bit colicky. I hope he will be OK

[@SarahJSwift]

Lol😂 He's got an itchy foot or leg. He can't get his head around to nibble the scritch, so kicking almost helps. My old boy did this many times. But instead of kicking outward, he stamped it down hard after waving it around. I think that's why he was maneuvering towards the post to scratch it.

[@maggiemadwestiemum4511]

Gorgeous Q10

[@bugginout3169]

Right rear! Right rear! Right rear! He’s shown everyone. Right rear!

[@mrmagic4379]

Q10 such beautiful horse 🐎

[@carolday3381]

My first horse a gentle boy also he did that action when a horse fly bit his sheath one time. I totally understand that reaction and dont hold him responsible. A bug on the privates will anger the gentlest sweety.

[@callyb54]

What a super horse Q10 is. I believe his behaviour was probably in response to pain he was feeling somewhere in his body. He looked to be lifting his leg in discomfort. His behaviour was very restrained all things considered.

[@Redlingstein]

DONT TOUCH THE HORSE. LEAVE HIM ALONE!!!!

[@susied.3376]

Q10 (?) Magnificent horse. If you look again at you video there was a large white thing flying around. Possibly a dragon fly. Or a sciatic pinch nerve. I also notice excessive drooling from the horse. Your account of the horses motions may help the vet doctors. All considered the horse was not in a meltdown. He behaved beautifully.

[@gailwarnock2764]

He may have cramped in that back leg he kept kicking out or he may have a gut ache as he started to kick towards his stomach which is not good news I hope he isn't getting colic as that can be fatal . I hope they check him when he goes in .

[@kimsmith1028]

I dont think any one should touch the horse .

[@diannemilne3922]

Awe , He is a Beautiful Horse . The Kings Gard,s do an excellent job Merry Christmas

[@Mermaidlaughing]

Right back hoof. He stepped on something in the box that wedged into his frog. It feels like maybe a bee stinger. He was trying to tell everyone. With the lifting of the leg and throwing his head. I hope they found it when they took him in and he didn't keep suffering. I am an animal communicator. I saw what he was trying to tell them right away.

[@ty2124]

Love it! Thank you.

[@CharoletteWade-mg3qq]

Horse flies bite and those bites hurt

[@jeannesbitt1627]

Thank you so much for your videos. You really enjoy what you do and it shows. Your sense of humour really cheers me up daily, many thanks and best wishes

[@EdgarAllanGo]

“I will run very fast if the horse decides to come back this way” John. 12:57 Thanks for sharing this video! What a beautiful animal.

[@cindyg5221]

Why do I see so many videos about the Kings horse misbehaving, why are people getting in his space, isnt that not allowed?

[@FoxyBriar]

The horse with the blaze has his tongue over the bit! Those bits are so uncomfortable anyway that makes it worse.😡

Tourists who come 2 London these days R so bloody rude! Why can’t they leave the King’s Guard and his horse alone??!

[@lindakaufmann9099]

Such beautiful animals. It’s so sad that they have to stand there with that bitten her mouth and on that hard floor for so long.

[@jeanlamberty6490]

He seemed to be getting bite by something in the hind quarters the way he was moving his back leg, poor baby.....

[@amandakorbe3773]

Working animals are just like people... some days they don't want to go to work. I have a service dog and the days he doesn't want to work, i'm stuck in the house.

[@kittykevan5052]

That trooper did the right thing checking the tack.- but he knew before he did that it was okay- I could see that in the way he did it. The horse will be picking up on the energy of all the people- there’s bound to be something he might not like that we don’t perceive. It’s not an easy job.

[@bethalvarez6956]

The second horse keeps putting his tongue over the bit

[@carolzippel5021]

Could someone have had a type of perfume on their hands the horse didn’t like?

[@lisalambrecht6676]

My thoughts too. People are always putting their hands near his mouth

[@trevorhare9393]

‘Sparta’ seemed to be checking out everyone’s bags and pockets for treats. (Mints are often a favourite.)

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

The bigger the horse, the softer they are.

[@BirdTalk13]

Indeed! 😊🐴💕

[@maryhicks4396]

What a gorgeous horse. A regal guard on its back. Hope the horse gets better!! Hi John.Hope you have a great day yourself.!! All stay safe!!

[@parisdevine8553]

He’s tongue was over the bit it’s extremely painful especially with the head gear he has on , it happens sometimes when the bridle is a little loose or doesn’t fit the horse wel.

[@layler6678]

Exactly!

[@TheMegahusky]

He could have a touch of colic.

[@sued616]

Q10 is a gentle giant❤

[@kylieknight2365]

He reminds me of one of our horses growing up (Danny) he was a bay 19 1/2 hands just huge and the biggest sook I would sit in front of him and he loved tickling the top of my head and “blow drying” my hair

[@BirdTalk13]

Awww. What a beautiful memory. 😊🐴💕

[@terrijohnson-uo7eg]

The horse looks to have an issue with his back right leg, he kept lifting it up as if something was wrong with it!

[@margiea.uhlemeyer560]

DID YOU HAPPEN TO NOTICE THE HUGE HORSEFLY BUZZING AROUND THE MANURE? THE FLY WILL STILL STAY THERE BECAUSE OF THE SMELL, DOESN'T MATTER IF MAURE IS SWEPT UP OR NOT. THAT HORSE WILL WORK TIL HE FALLS OVER DEAD BUT HE WON'T STAND STILL FOR A HORSEFLY BECAUSE THEY BITE

[@patriciafranklin803]

This might be called a silly thought but as I've been watching these horses suddenly decide to vacate the box, there is usually piles from another horse already in the box.

[@josephinewills8647]

I’m So Happy I’ve Found Your Vlog ❤❤

[@The-ii5mj]

Could be a horsefly bothering him⁉️ Something is, as he's not trying to kick at y'all. W/him holding his tail up & raising that back R leg is a pretty good indicator.✌️ Beauty of a horse.

[@DGraham-i3y]

Dude, Thank you so much for this video.

[@krickette5569]

If you'll notice, he kept throwing the same leg out, something was hurting him, (pinching or biting etc).

[@lorraine3607]

John. You are so good at what you do..some times i wonder how to deal with all or some of the crazy goinh on..than you..a ver Happy Holiday..and take care.

[@courtney1709]

Poor horse…idiots all around him. What an archaic and ridiculous thing to “stand guard” for so long while goof balls gather close and touch him. I don’t think he feels well, they need to pay attention to that!

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