~Mystery Auction HORSE~ DNA test REVEALED ~ I can NOT believe it!!

My little Auction save Stewy got his DNA tested.
I guessed COMPLETELY wrong!
See Stewy's rehab video here!
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[@jimmyyounger618]

Several good points well illustrated here. The previous owner stated Stewy was half quarter horse, yet his DNA showed this wasn't the case and people moving along grade horses frequently aren't reliable about a horse's breed or background. The point goes to the advantage of a registered horse if someone has training for a particular discipline in mind. BUT, as stated, a grade horse reduces the risk of heritable health issues, and Stewy is an awesome little dude as are many grade horses with indiscernible parentage. Grade horses are like a box of chocolate. You never know what you're gonna get, but there will be chocolate and chocolate is awesome.

[@audreygregis8721]

Love what you said about the box of chocolates, which is why I'll take a grade horse any day. That's a good way to describe my little Mustang from now on. When I poked those chocolates looking for one I liked, I found the best one in that box with her.💕

[@betsymach2435]

I think Stewie is the perfect size and his family tree is fascinating. I've never owned a horse but was a horse crazy young girl and teenager, and I love watching your videos. I'm an old lady now, so this is about as close as I get to enjoying horses these days.

[@kazzj62]

Me too!!

[@heidinewcombe696]

As a teen I bought a 3 year old grade buckskin for $280. She was the only horse I personally owned but she was a true gift. I rode her english, western and side-saddle. We did a little endurance and trail riding. She loved to play in the creeks we crossed. She was always willing to do anything I asked for. I ache for those days again; it was one of the happiest times of my life. I saw her a few years back at the home of the family that had taken her for their daughter while she was undergoing cancer treatment. They kept her until she was given the last act of kindness. She went from a beautiful dappled buckskin filly to a white buckskin mare in her last years. I miss my lovely Honey, she broke the mold as far as I am concerned.

[@jccastle3452]

I actually guessed the galiceno breed because I owned a galiceno when I was a teenager and Stewie reminds me of her sire. He is a very special little horse indeed.

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

How cool!

[@user-ry7oy3ey7s]

When u pointed out Stewie DNA and showed us examples of the breeds it all made sense. Thanks for the video.

[@annamariehewitt3173]

When he runs, he holds his head high and high steps beautifully...He is very proud and confident with a courageous Heart..You can see that.... Imagine, he was running wild in a herd of horses and was destined to be yours....I think That's beautiful....

[@AndyTheCornbread]

Ten minutes ago I had never heard of a Galiceno horse and I have been around horses since birth. I learn something new almost every time I watch one of your videos.

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

I hadn’t either! Pretty neat little horses too!

[@blackberrythorns]

@@TheCleverCowgirl there's wild horses in the Nemaiah Valley of british columbia that are mostly the canadian horse - le cheval canadien (that's probably where the "belgian" is coming from) with a bit of yakut horse in them, likely from when russia owned alaska.

[@ebybeehoney]

Gotta love a mutt! My absolute favorite!

[@mousiebrown1747]

What a proud heritage! Congratulations to Stewie! “Oh, Stewball was a racehorse, and I wish he were mine. He never drank water; he always drank wine…”.

[@maureensullivan7448]

❤ my favorite song when I was a child 🎉

[@margomoore4527]

I sang that in a talent competition my freshman year in college, with a little folk group. I remembered that “Stewball” was a corruption of “Skewbald” (vs “Piebald”). So paints with different proportions of light and dark. Which doesn’t apply to your Stewie at all. Just a point of information!

[@killiansirishbeer]

I'm Belgian and I admit I'm always very surprised when I see the U.S. version of a Belgian draught horse. The American version has truly detached itself into a new branch separate from what we have here in Belgium. The resemblance is still there, but they often look like our draught but on steroids or the Hulk version 🤔

[@CricketsBay]

I'm American and (to me) Belgian Draft Horses in the U.S. look nothing like what anyone in Europe would recognize as a Belgian Draft Horse.

[@elizabethclaiborne6461]

War horse crossed with who we take to sail to the ends of the earth horse. That’s as proud a lineage as you can ask for. Small but mighty!

[@rebeccacarlson9166]

No way!!😂 That's awesome!! Stewie is special. I love that you give the background information on each breed, I never knew about the third one. So interesting! 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@melindajones9389]

What a little regal guy.

[@moccasinlanding]

Yes, you "brighten the corner where you are", even from remote Montana. Inspiring and hopeful example to young folks making choices of where to live and how to make a living, based on their background and resources. With online an option, it's possible to build a reputation and a following far beyond your geographic range. Way to go, young woman! I'm well into my 80s , viewing the world from many decades of hard knocks and unexpected detours.....YOU GO GIRL!!!

[@leiler500]

The DNA results on mustangs, wildies, and 'grade' mystery horses are among my favorite videos of all, since finding your channel. If only there was a way to test them all, I'm sure the results would shock a lot of people who can't appreciate the value of horses who wind up at auctions. History matters so much, and just imagine all the stories that DNA could tell us. You have such a good eye for finding horses with character, and you have so many interesting horse friends around you; I'm looking forward to seeing the updates on all of them, and can't even pick a favorite. :)

[@dianeboross6978]

Yes! Such an interesting mix of backgrounds. A true American is Stewie.

[@2012escapee1]

I think mustang DNA is valuable. Survival of the fittest.

[@kimtaylor5312]

Watched quite a few of your videos today, cry when you go to auctions as some people still don’t realise all animals deserve to live with love. You are truly Amazing. Thankyou.

[@sharonburgess9488]

Great presentation. Stewie is going to be a great horse.

[@user-hx1oy6kc5k]

I love Stewie's DNA it's so exciting and he was always such a strong willed little guy. You have a treasure chest of amazing and talented horses. All of them are a book of stories yet to be told. I'm so happy for you Clever Cowgirl!❤

[@carolinep.7580]

I totally agree with you about rather have a genetically diverse horse with no papers! All four of my horses were like that and the two that have passed away lived to 33 & 34 respectively. My hanovarian/appendix QH mare is 26 and never had a health problem. I love what you’re doing and think it’s great! Who knows maybe one day I’ll buy a horse from you 🐴💖

[@christinematton4125]

Stewy is just beautiful and feisty regardless of his bloodline... but that was quite surprising!😊

[@lindalucey9874]

What a special guy! Yay Stewy!

[@wakranich3488]

I owned an older mare, 14.2 hh, thick neck & legs w/big feet especially in the front. She could be headstrong & preferred to be alone. She loved water & went over tough terrain w/ ease. She broke her stall door to happily eat hay in the ice storm of '73..

[@sharonbull4483]

Love the dna tests on your horses. Learn so much from your videos.

[@jeanhowarth1852]

That was worth watching. Im so glad you cared enough to do that. Really cool horse.

[@jules8299]

Many years ago, when I lived in Arizona, I worked with a Mustang/QH cross though Ill never know. Kino was a darker by then Stewie. He was also shorter horse with thick legs and very brave. He was the only horse I rode that I would trust in the mountains. He was so sure footed. I miss him no matter what he was. My Morgan gelding reminds me of him. I love Stewie! My grandfather had a palomino QH from the king Ranch many years ago! I love what you do with your horses. You truly inspire me. 🐎❤️

[@blackberrythorns]

Northern Plains Mustang, and the Morgan, both have a lot of the canadian horse in them. the canadian is most closely related to northern european draught horses and the morgan is derived from le cheval canadien.

[@feantur6566]

Very Interesting testing results! Never would have guessed! :-) One little point though: altough many people believe this, draft horses are nothing like the war horses in medieval Europe at all, which where actually quite small and much more like todays Andalusians, Lusitanos etc. They had to be quick, easy to turn on the spot, and of course very brave. Really big draft horses developed much later in the 19th Century for pulling heavy loads. Greetings from Europe!

[@jimmyyounger618]

I like the historical note about the huge draft horses coming about later in the 19th Century. My great grandfather and my grandfather, (when my grandfather was a boy), bred Percherons for Midwest farm work, but they also crossed some with good donkeys to produce draft mules. The market for those draft mules was the U.S. Army. They had to be extra stout but not huge. They trained those mules to pull heavy artillery, but those draft mules also had to be agile enough to jump over the tow chains to pull artillery through curves on narrow mountain roads. I think we still have some folks who bred to maintain the original Percheron size because I saw an ad for an "old style Percheron" at 15.2 hands instead of the 17-18 hand draft horses we see now.

[@feantur6566]

@@jimmyyounger618 this is very interesting as well! :-)

[@evyrichard3610]

In medieval times, small horses were used for travelling and for womenfolk, and most were gaited (more comfortable) quite similar to the Norwegian pony. but Medieval war horses were big with a lots of bone. A typical medieval armour was twice the weight of the rider, and some horses were also armoured ! Those horses needed to be very strong and full of stamina and they were not very agile (due to the weight they carried) They would mainly be used to charge and crush foot soldiers. Bones are often found during castle restorations .

[@wildthunderbird]

That was really interesting and fun! Thank you for sharing this with us. Stewy is amazing, he's a sweetheart. Stewy is a diamond in the rough.🐎💎❤️😊❤️

[@francineherron1940]

Wow. I can definitely see the Hackney in him when he trots, it's lite and floaty, so pretty.

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Oh wow! Stewie is super special ❤️ very special horse.

[@micherunnett5492]

You knew he was special!!

[@janw491]

He is an adorable tough little mustang with oodles of history in his genes

[@Liz_678]

Stewy is a beautiful horse🥰. Love it when you do DNA on them. So interesting!

[@Oldfart9]

This was exciting, thanks

[@JTEllis]

What an amazing DNA. Stewy should turn into a very capable horse. I'm looking forward to seeing his progress.

[@janelmc17]

Not very many people know the Galacino I actually had one for a summer here in Michigan some neighbors bought it from Mexico. $50 with a saddle it was only Green broke. I wrote it beer back it was very thin but with some grain and extra food and got very rounded strong and actually did some jumping training. So happy for you young lady! I agree I like to mix breeds in my dogs, cats & horses fur the reason you mentioned. Bravo and well done.❤🎉🙏

[@MeanPig]

I really enjoy Stewey and Skeletor. Both have their great attributes and seem to really love you. Great stuff.

[@donnachase632]

WOW! You got a jewel and a fantastic blood line. I feel papers are greatly over rated as a lot of them have " holes" in the horses from their so called pure bloodlines. Thanks for sharing.

[@blackdiamond7708]

❤🎉😮 Wow that's so cool. I never even heard of the Galiceño!! I hope they can save the breed somehow. 😢 Thanks for your videos, this was so fun!! 🐴⭐😍🎄😁😊💖❤️

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

I hope so too!

[@carola7893]

That is amazing!! My mare is probably mostly Dutch harness horse. But the Amish are crossing them to saddlebreds. I'm very familiar with that breed

[@L.well.4023]

Don't you love how DNA proves what is what!!! WHAT.......GALICENO!!! WOW! That is amazing...what a amazing little well bred horse! Can't wait to see what his future holds! Should make a simple outstanding riding horse, for anyone! Love your videos!

[@Shelleysnail]

Brilliant. I knew those chunky legs had to come from somewhere cool!

[@carolashmore669]

Wonderful DNA results! You have a diamond in the rough in Stewie! 💎

[@iforester4449]

Fascinating and I agree with you that restricted gene pools can create inherited problems. Stewy is a great mix with a lot of personality!

[@aleb_equine]

he's absolutely adorable hope he does well under saddle love the breeds you know how to pick them 😉

[@rustea9695]

What a surprise, you go Stewie!

[@annjohnson8437]

Wow! Such cool and unexpected results! ❤

[@Tomw-de3ee]

That's so cool, that little guy is one of a kind. Hopefully he develops into a solid saddle horse.

[@annmarie3520]

He’s really a beautiful horse! Love his spunk!😘❤🙏🏻✨

[@nancysmith-baker1813]

Very interesting .and educational .never heard of the Galicinoe . He is a compacted ball of strangth . Congratulations on your interesting Cute horse .

[@bocolewish]

Welsh! My Welsh Cob/Clyde cross is a wild bay.

[@stardust949]

Just awesome---and very entertaining, and surprising. I know just about next to nothing about horse breeds, so I loved learning about all of these breeds.

[@luckyrobinshomestead]

That's so funny. I've been watching draft horses a lot lately and I was thinking his butt and back legs looked like the shape of a draft horse of some sort, but it was way too small, but then when you lifted his feet and I saw his hooves, I again thought, there has to be some kind of draft horse in there. I just thought I was being silly, though and that it wasn't possible. He's a lovely horse. Cool that he has a rare breed in him as well.

[@bluecollarmom7341]

Stewy is kind and intelligent with just enough boldness to keep things interesting. I think he would be happy engaging in a job with someone who wants a strong partnership. I can see him being an outstanding all-around ranch horse. I don't see him being a big fan of arena work.

[@germaineprien7691]

Another very interesting segment!!!

[@michellewehl6888]

Wow, Belgian Draft! Go Stewie! With the other mixes and his outstanding good looks, he's a lovely sturdy galloway (14hands - 15hands). Perfect...❤❤❤

[@gmariet1391]

He's a treasure 💝

[@sidilicious11]

What an interesting lineage he has!!

[@dariushmilani6760]

Love your videos. Came across your channel recently and find it enjoyable. Liked and Subscribed.🌹❤

[@donnac.1609]

Stewart (sp?) just might make a great barrel, pole bending etc!! He has quite a royal bloodline!! Will be fun to watch his training!! Those legs and good feet will keep him sound.....

[@jessiep2931]

That’s exciting! He’s such a sweetheart ❤

[@lesliebisset1318]

he is very impressive love his kindness and manner perfect find

[@leanneadams2549]

I absolutely love that you do these dna tests on your horses because I’ve learned about breeds I’ve never heard of. And I definitely didn’t guess what he came back as. I would’ve put money on Mustang- but nope- that’s why these tests are so fun ! Thanks for letting us know !! Hope you had a great holiday. And ps I’m 5’8” and don’t care how I’d look on that horse- and when you finally get to ride you won’t either !!! ❤️🐴

[@shutterchick79]

All mustangs are a mix of breeds. The "breed" developed as America pushed west, and various horses escaped or were released into the wild. That's why they vary so much - there's even draft-horse like mustangs and mustangs that look like Appaloosas. There's a few that are even gaited. Like that other comment said - a mustang is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you're going to get....

[@blackberrythorns]

@@shutterchick79 mustang generally means spanish horses from mexico though the northern plains mustang often has no spanish horse genetics but instead the canadian horse, which is the oldest breed in north america. le cheval canadien is most closely related to northern european draught horses, before they became the modern draught horses.

[@amberbydreamsart5467]

since mustang wasn't a listed breed and the traits he has come from spanish breeds and he was originally in texas - this result screams mustang to me. it's important to remember that these tests look at genetic markers of full ancestry and does not reveal exactly what the parents were - the parents were likely both mixed breeds as well with a varied history

[@randybutler4772]

Very interesting. Thanks for sharing.

[@alliedavidson4175]

How cool! I'm with you, I prefer crosses, and I like seeing ranchers cross quarter horses with drafts and Fresians with other breeds. A lot of the genetic diseases are going to get worse and crosses make for healthier and hardier horses.

[@timilisafogal6990]

That was really cool! I never ever would've guessed Stuey's breeding. Thank you for the lesson too. What a fun video 😊

[@carolpridgeon8200]

I love your videos and your focus. I also appreciate your moral compass......and most tenderly, your passion and love for these horses. From the first video I was captivated by your great sensitivity and compassion. The methods you use to rehabilitate horses who have been traumatized work on any animal and that includes humans. Thanks for developing into this kind of person. What a healing force you are. Namaste'

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

Thank you so much❤️

[@kristinreed9200]

Very special little guy. What a gift from an auction you had no plans to participate in! Top of the totem pole for brains not brawn. But so much for the Smart Chic Olena story!

[@JV-pj7dz]

Hello again, CC! How cool -- "who'da thunk it"? The two top breeds in Stewie's DNA would have been among the very last I'd have guessed -- and that last one I've never even heard of before. Thank you so much for putting together this educational presentation to accompany the results. Beautifully done! Best regards to you from northeastern PA -- where the temps have gotten a tad below freezing only a couple of times so far. It's about 40 degrees right now [7:51pm, 12/27/2023]. Weird and a bit scary. JV

[@wisecoconut5]

Stuie the desterier! Huzzah! Wonderful!

[@joshepherd9095]

How interesting. I totally agree with you about the strong genetics of these wild bred horses. I have two Australian brumbies, same age as your Stewy and also recently sent off for their DNA testing, so can't wait to see what their breeding is. It will help me know their strengths and weaknesses. I'm expecting a mix of draft horse, pony and Spanish blood, but lets see...

[@feliciagaffney1998]

That's fun! You’ll have to let us know what breeds yours come from!

[@joshepherd9095]

@@feliciagaffney1998 I have the results! My active brumby horse results are quarter horse, hackney, and French sport horse. My laid-back brumby pony results are Belgian Draft, Waler, and Columbian Pasa Fino. Its so helpful to know the DNA.

[@feliciagaffney1998]

@@joshepherd9095 oh, wow. I love Paso Finos. What interesting combinations! I bet they are both fun to ride! Thank you for sharing! 💜 🐎 🏇 Maybe I should give you my email so I can see what they look like. 🙃

[@joshepherd9095]

@@feliciagaffney1998 Sure, I can send photos via email. I'm not quite up to riding stage yet. Lots of fun with groundwork, though. I'm particularly fascinated with the Pasa Fino. I had never heard of them until researching his genetics. I can't imagine how that bloodline turned up in Australia, except through the original imports of the now-extinct Spanish Jennet horses from Cape of Good Hope. The Jennet, Andalusian, and Barb are the bloodlines found in the Pasa Fino.

[@catherinehubbard1167]

This is absolutely fascinating! Thank you.

[@MrPerry61]

many rancher prefer crossbred cattle for their hardiness. I guess it can be the same with horses

[@clairelarson2068]

I had a rancher tell me that hybrid vigor was the only free ride in ranching.

[@joannecava2418]

That was super cool = I certainly would have never guessed his lineage!

[@normajanderson7304]

This was excellent about Stewie. Great music and visual horse history references. I enjoyed the informative quality of the video and your investigation of his history. Just perfect!

[@TJ-cn9wq]

Fascinating! Thx

[@kimtyndall876]

Thats awesome

[@AIvey-qs1so]

What a beautiful horse,neat DNA! Thanks for the video

[@sharongibson7523]

I used to ride a hackney x, super smooth trot, his hooves where quiet upright and rock hard, never needed shoes even riding on UK roads. Loved him. Good luck with yours.

[@pakkelly]

With that bloodline, he is a keeper! Your (perhaps slightly inebriated) gamble paid off.

[@acornhomestead3575]

That is so cool! Stewie the awesome wee giant.i guess standardbred but the tail points more to Hackney. What a wee gem.

[@kittycuddler5973]

Stewy! Who would have guessed. Definitely a handsome handful!!

[@brendasears9650]

Oh my gosh, that was so much fun!! My first guess was Morgan. You did a great job presenting this content!

[@IPMan-me6lo]

I'm not sure when or how I came across your channel. But I was hooked by this raw video making. Nothing is staged, just recording a daily life, the hard work, and this passion for horses, especially those who lost trust in this cruel two legged animal called humans. I never had any relations to horses, but I always admired the draft horses. There are some videos when trees have removed out of the forest, where no machinery can work. Their size and pure power get me goose bumps when ever I saw it. Stewy is my favourite horse because of his nature, robust stature, and elegance when he gallops around. And now even more since you know, he has a draft in his line. Anyway, I'm really enjoying your videos, and always blown away, what you achieve, as a single person. It's a bit frustrating for an easy-going guy who is mostly good at procrastinating. 😁It also reminds me, think twice, let the crowbar aside, and give it time to evolve. All the best for your future, don't forget watch your self (backache), it doesn't help when lying flat for some time. Cross my fingers for you.🤞🙂🤟

[@pamrogers5979]

Stewy is so beautiful any way :)

[@melissawarfield]

You never know what's behind the cover of a book (horse) until you start investigating. I could see the draft in Stewey but the others were hard. I'm amazed by the other breeds. Thank goodness DNA testing is available 😊.

[@ellenicarr-cv8sf]

I have no idea how your videos turned up in my feed. I have never been near a horse and tbh, they kind of scared me. But I am so enthralled and impressed by your empathy and compassion for your rescues that I have actually subscribed to your channel. My respect for you is overwhelming

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

Awesome! Thank you so much!

[@kristinenowak4596]

Thank you CC for another great video. Soooo interesting finding out more about Stewie. He looks very muscular. Can't wait to see more videos of Stewie and the other horses. Thanks again!

[@Ineden774]

He is such a cool mix! Love Hackney and Belgian draft! WOW! Even has Galiciano! Fascinating! I was born in King Ranch area. We have something in common. I’m so honored! 😉❣️

[@feeberizer]

I am learning so much from you! I know next to nothing about horses in the Americas other than the Spaniards brought them here. The visuals you use about the different breeds is fascinating. I can really see the three breeds commingled in Stewy. You got yourself a winner with this boy!

[@catha_salix]

Lol, I love Stewie so much. What a cool mix of ancestors for him. It was fascinating to learn about his genetics and all the different breeds and their history. Thanks again for another great video!

[@RobinEsch]

Love this video, and love Stewie! Comparing the DNA result to a horse is very interesting. Thanks for sharing!

[@Bodiy]

Since he isn’t bred the way you thought what are you going to train him to do and what did you have in mind before the dna test he is really cute and I like his build he might be small but looks powerful

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

I think he is going to make a super fancy little dressage pony!

[@lilygg8018]

@@TheCleverCowgirl Yes!!!

[@whitedoveofdelaware544]

That was my thought exactly! What a sweetheart he is too.

[@felicityoram7484]

WOW ! Very Cool indeed !!! a special horse !

[@GingerSnappy]

Stewie’s a fancy man!

[@SG-vu4qy]

what an amazing gene pool Stewy has! I had never heard of the Galaceno. What a treaure! thanks for sharing. I too have a little mystery girl. Can't wait to do the DNA.

[@bettinawoodson7344]

I didn’t see those breeds at all! Yet I like a smaller horse. Keep us all in the loop on his evolution as a riding horse!

[@suzystone244]

Spanish. Barb. I see these traits. These ancient breeds are small, sturdy horses. Feet are rock hard.

[@kimgower1347]

Hooray for Stewy! Another diamond in the rough! It will be such fun to see how he comes along and what discipline/s he excels in. He may make an incredible cart horse.