Riding my ex bullfighting horse without a bridle!

Hey all of you!
Thank you for being here again. I can't believe this happened. Its a huge moment for us and he did sooooo well! I rode him one more time on the neck rope after and he is getting better and betterrrr! Just am so exciting to feel how much he loves doing this. He deserves all the love and happiness.
Thank you so much for watching and being here xx
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[@hivenera]

I'm from Portugal, and watching you ride our national breed horse just warms my heart. Lusitanos are my favorite breed and it aches me seeing them get man-handled over here, double bits, huge shanks, chains, metal nose bands, tie downs, spurred to hell..... the horses are always "dancing" cause theyre so uncomfortable and in pain. I absolutely LOVE all Gaio content. You've given this horse another life!

[@mdee860]

Luzzie - that's so sad & breaks my heart to hear. Does Portugal have any Animal Protection groups or organizations? Wish there would be a Public Media campaign & shining a bright light on the terrible abuse. There are so many better ways to train & positive training always works best to have a sane & centered horse. Hope you can spread awareness to change their old school/ Dinosaur ways.

[@ltyqui]

I can only confirm the abuse. My uncle was a Lusitanos breeder and he did bullfights . 😔

[@mdee860]

@@ltyqui - 😡💔

[@margaridavelhinho1618]

Não vale pena mencionar só os aspetos maus. Há muito boas pessoas a cuidarem bem dos seus cavalos. Parece que cá são todos maus e lá fora tudo é perfeito. Não é assim. É pena serem os próprios portugueses a insistir na divulgação do que cá está mal.

[@margaridavelhinho1618]

@@ltyqui não há nada de bom cá.? O mau lá fora já é conhecido. Era bom que divulgássemos o que corre bem.

[@sixmercer2504]

Jesse you have shown SUCH empathy and kindness to Gaio after he came from an enormous amount of stress and pain, forse and fear. You've taken such love and belief in him with all your groundwork, allowing him to be his playful self while showing him the gentler and more relaxed chapter of his life with you. I see he's incredibly smart and intent to please, but all in all, I see that he has a great deal of love and respect for you and doesn't want to do anything that could hurt you. He really wants to care for you and show you he appreciates all our doing for him. By removing the "aids" that he's associated with pain such as spurs and now the bit and the bridle even, I feel he has so much understanding of your body and the connection flowing through you to him and back to you, you become one with the horse. There is no other sport or animal-human relationship like it. By taking off the bridle you showed him a level of trust and compassion and I feel he understands that far more than people realize. He too knows you have no brakes, not the brakes he has been used to before he came to this new life of compassion. One big thing people watching should take away from this, is the sensitivity of a horse to the slightest pressure from your leg. You have no spurs on, and you aren't carrying a whip or crop, and just the smallest quick squeeze and release of a muscle in your thigh he is feeling through a saddle and a quarter inch saddle pad. If that isn't enough to show people that rolling spurs and giant long shanked bits and yanking on a horses reins or kicking them is SO intensely painful to them and completely unnecessary and counter productive. To see you not move a muscle and bring Gaio into a rounded collected trot was beautiful for a horse who has been through so much abuse and danger and force to fight animals that are literally 4 times hiss size and trying to kill him. He's so happy. He's so relaxed and eager to make you proud. You're a very special person and Gaio is so lucky you came into his life at just the perfect time. I really hope you get his owners to let you be his permanent owner because you would be a forever wonderfully loving home for him and would take him as far as he can go in whatever capacity that may be for you both.

[@lunarmodule7802]

Perfectly said!

[@mdee860]

Awww... yes! Everything you described are instruments of terror & pain. It is my prayer that Jesse can show Gaio a different way - one of love & mutual respect. Gaio has so much power , I think he needs a warm up & then lots of cantering/ gallops.... and THEN into the arena to ride with the Nylanta bridle & finally, the the Neck rein.

[@smellyolegoat150]

I totally agree with all of this, except the bull/horse size ratio. Which is actually irrelevant to this very true and very beautiful recognition of Jesse’s wonderful heart and the amazing bond that continues to develop between he and Gaio.

[@g.w.hampton5525]

Everything I wanted to say...

[@erstwhile6163]

You have summed that all up perfectly. What a joy it is to watch Jesse’s emotional connection to Gaio and vice versa.

[@deebee2603]

At the end, when he was trotting, he completely stopped his nervous lip movement. I got tears in my eyes. Goed zo!

[@profe3330]

Jesse's instincts are SO GOOD. That's something certain people are just born with.

[@ady1gilb]

As Matt approaches Gaio at 12:22 Gaio turns his head, looks back & says "don't touch me there" ... hahaha!!! 😁😜 he's sooo dang smart, always watching anything that approaches him or gets a bit too close to him, like when he passes the gate. He's all about guarding/protecting his body, must be the 'bull thing'. 🥺 But the head & neck shaking on just the rope is maybe him saying ... Daddy! I'm free, see? nothing on my head & I'm sooo happy about that! Sweet! 😆

[@barbjohnson8474]

He looks so happy and relaxed, really enjoying the freedom. And also proud, like he's saying, "Look, Jesse, I can do this!" he wants to make you proud of him.

[@maureenmckerracher9897]

Your connection with your horses...special and your kisses to them...heartwarming.

[@ddan00]

What a beautiful connection you have with him, I like how Matt put in, your way of going and connection is like horse whispering. It is so clear you enjoy him so much and are so proud of him, dispite what may seem as quirks and uneasy moments, you understand him well enough that makes you such a good match to him. He's able to display all his quirks because he knows you love him for him, dispite what he's been through he did not become a shut down horse, or you've helped him to find himself again. Very much enjoyed!

[@odileflint7082]

Love Gaios videos! He so wants to please and he picks things up pretty quickly. You know Jesse everyone is supporting Gaios journey and willing him to do well!

[@coldnuit]

This was incredible to watch. I loved how Matt said he was concerned, but he knows you wouldn't do it if you didn't think Gaio was ready for it. You know Gaio so well and you are very gentle and patient with him, I'm so happy he got the chance to heal with you. I wish you both all the best and I'm sure he's gonna improve and grow so much with your guiding!

[@Paige0557]

Wow what a good boy Gaio. Your right about him feeling proud of himself and so he should. I think the mess at the gate was him taking on Matts stress and worry although Giao’s stress eased quicker than Matts but in the end it was Matt supporting Jesse into trying canter. Well done team.

[@marinstafford]

Gaio seems genuinely happier without the bit and even more so with just the neck rope. He has such beautiful footwork. All-around much improved. No stress or anxiety!!

[@TX2bestmoments]

Gaio has always been my favorite ever since the first video! He’s just so beautiful and has such a big personlity.

[@giselaziemisourie]

Wow, wow, and WOW! Got tears in my eyes when he did the collected trot in perfect balance with only the neck rope! Absolutley amazing job 💛

[@daleenalberts5829]

You are rather special young man. Keep it up. Good to watch.🐎🐎

[@nlbhaduri]

Fantastic work, Jesse! You are my hero! I am also happy to see how Matt quickly checked your girth before your moved on to more challenging things.

[@jenivieve8273]

He seems like a really kind horse, it's lovely to watch you both doing so well.

[@piaogilvie8463]

What a beautiful ride. You Jesse and Gaio are both sensitive, clever and very willing to learn. Much respect to you both!

[@karynefagg209]

Gaio is showing you he wants to move home.... he loves the peace, flowers, friends... I hope one day this can happen for him. Just beautiful to watch you both together, how can you not smile and be so proud of y ou both.

[@gaylesundahl1474]

Glad you're wearing a "crash helmet"! Giao responds to your voice & touch. .you make it Fun 4 him. . you're Brave without bridle

[@g.w.hampton5525]

This is the sound of 2 hands clapping! It's really just wonderful.. I can't say more than what has been said below but my heart is just so happy to see the progress Gaio is making with you.

[@PoodleParti]

He loves it! This is the first time I've seen Gaio. Now I will go back and she him from the beginning.

[@Vivaldilover]

Such a beautiful smart boy Gaio is💞. I love watching him.

[@pfkat9749]

Gaio is such a handsome, intelligent horse and appears to enjoy working with the neck rope. Jesse, you look so good on him and have a good relationship with him too.

[@siepsch]

Omg in those first seconds Matt had 112 on speed dial i’m sure 😅. He was so nervous for you guys haha. Well Matt is more relaxed now, so i’m gonna try to watch further without laughing out loud 😂😂😂

[@patriciaholvenstot3676]

Jesse- such a beautifully proportioned horse. MATT- love the cosmos still blooming outside the ring.

[@friedemi6113]

I like the way you talk to each other. How you considerate what to do. And also Matt appreciating what Jesse is doing. And the horse carries itself amazingly on neckrope!

[@mcdart2606]

It was so beautiful to watch Gaio's mind work through all the layers of new found freedom and TRUST. Well done both of you!

[@barbaragalbreth4429]

That's a very nice horse, I think once he feels more relaxed and at home his mouth will calm down. He appears to have been under pressure in his past life,.aw he's gonna humble you both.❤

[@tsreiki]

Oh Wow, where to begin.. that was incredible to watch Gaio.. he is SO spicy and eager and strong looking, he really carries himself so proud and strong just beautiful to watch! He is really engaged and on .. I wonder if this was the spirit that got him into the bullfighting arena or if he learned to be like that 'because' of the bullfighting? He is just gorgeous! .. and Jesse it is an absolute pleasure to watch you ride .. your connection with your horses is so lovely to watch 🥰

[@pjk1714]

Major steps in such short time. Wonderful Jesse. Watching you read each other and response is incredible.

[@Jgirr5]

🤩Good for Gaio! He did so well trying for you, how sweet (Thankfully!) Beautifully done vid all around (hat to tip to videographer) 👏👏👏👏❣😎 Excellent job Jesse! 🥰

[@mariahlarson92]

“Yeah but it’s autumn” 🤣💀

[@donnapalmeri9573]

It is now 2024 and I still love seeing Gaio progress into a "Show Horse"!! I hope at this time you are in progress of settling into your new home! Be safe and well. from the USA.😊😘😘💘❤👏🐴🌞🔥

[@george.6556]

Wow! Very nice riding Jesse! That horse is Amazing! He trusts you. An Matt is so supportive. Wonderful! Thank you for sharing

[@nelltaylor8171]

Absolutely awe inspiring, just love to watch you and Giao. The comment from Six Mercer sums everything up for me, To see Giao get a second chance with you, is incredible. It’s absolutely right that take away the harsh bits, spurs etc, I had a horse who was very stressed being ridden “English style”, the change when we stripped all the artificial aids (harsh bit, martingale etc) off them and put the horse in western tack (with a snaffle bit) was like an incredible transformation, the trainer explained he found it a lot, the horse no longer had the association with the past. Loving the interaction between you and Matt and his support for you. ❤🇩🇰

[@siobhanmulvey]

What a beautiful first time w neck rope😊 You and Gaio are a great team🎉

[@carryledwards]

AMAZING! He did such a great job on the neck rein. BRAVO Jesse. You have such a gentle way with your horses; it's fantastic to see how he responds to your direction. Have an amazing day❤️‍🩹🐈‍⬛🐴🐈🐕‍🦺❤️‍🩹💯

[@ahnie771]

Fantastic! My heart was speeding up with anxiety for you. So happy you are so calm. It was incredible to watch. Well done!

[@julzy8157]

You are amazing with the horse Jesse, there’s no plan..what happens happens. Love it, no push just when you feel it’s the right time ❤

[@lindafreij4749]

This suits him well 😍 he looks happy and rekaxed. YOU have done amazing work with him, Jesse! You should buy him! 😍😍😍

[@janelifrak426]

You guys are livin’ the Dream. !!! Love your videos

[@lizweber4996]

Gaio is just such an animated horse, it might be something he always has even though it will soften just because of him being an ex bull fighting horse.

[@rustymcnitt5508]

Jess you never cease to amaze me. Gaio did so good. And Matt thank you for being there for Jess. I'm proud of all 3 of you. I've followed you both for a long time now, and when I think back about the times before it just makes me feel so good and happy at the same time. Thank you for sharing this beautiful video and always looking forward to the next. Best always to both of you Rusty in Oklahoma

[@fontainerouge]

Amazing vid. Such power & bundle of energy listening to his rider. The freedom in Gaio's body... wow!

[@kkeenan536]

So Beautiful. I really want the horse communicator lady to “talk” to him!

[@happyday56]

Your Kindness is so Refreshing!! God Bless you! Love from Texas!!

[@TrishCanyon8]

So happy for you and Gaio.

[@chichitex1252]

Jesse, you have a magical touch with horses! This was a very delightful video! Goedzo!

[@kimbruce52]

That was amazing, Jesse! Well done!

[@FluxyMiniscus]

Wow Jesse, you must be super proud! That is so impressive, considering how stressed Gaio was not so long ago! Bravo!

[@patriciaruth2894]

That was amazing Jesse and Gaio! Matt was right, you are a horse whisperer ❤

[@janicemichaloski5292]

I love your videos you have beautiful horses and your so kind and gentle/with them you can see that you truly love them ❤

[@smellyolegoat150]

Another wonderful video! I think Gaio did incredibly well. Would some please tell me what that beautiful floating trot is called? It’s so much prettier than a normal trot. I wanted to add to this comment after reading the wonderful comments of others. All of whom I wholeheartedly agree with. I just wanted to take a few seconds to acknowledge Gaio’s current owners. We have to acknowledge, that by purchasing Gaio and putting him into the capable and loving care of Jesse, they have done Gaio, and probably Jesse a great kindness. These two are perfect together. That said, I do hope that some day, Gaio and Jesse do become lifelong companions.

[@lisabibby3222]

The pure joy you can hear in your voice is so lovely! 🥰❤️ he’s a gorgeous horse and so trustful of you! What an amazing job and you can see all of the hard work you’ve put into this horse! Beautiful to watch ❤️

[@lesserpoo]

I love watching you and Matt work with your horses. I had three quarter horses from birth until I was ten years old. I miss them so much. I loved working with them and riding in the hills. I’m 58 years old now and will never have hoses again so watching you and Matt brings me joy. God bless you….

[@isabelleprice6719]

Omg! He was actually more relaxed through his whole body inc head, lips with just the neck rope. He was at one with you & able to just be his happy, playful self.I got a bit emotional for you. He must have had so much pent up energy & fear before in his previous life, used to being constantly yanked & jabbed. Lovely result, shows what patience can bring, too many horse people don't have this & want a quick result & mostly to the detriment of the horse.

[@mollytheda9273]

Great work! So nice to see him relax and not be chomping on a bit.

[@onehandtyping958]

Very impressive Jesse, first bit less and then neck rope only? You’re definitely sync’d up with Gaio. You’re living proof of treating a horse with gentleness, love and affection and they will give 200% to please you. Your humanity is putting the rest of the world to shame. Matt is lucky to have you partner with him.

[@mariecompany1467]

This is amazing 🤩 please do more videos with him. Love from the sunny UK xx

[@brendasimmons8149]

Pure joy in this video. ❤

[@deborahsmith7303]

Gaio is such a beautiful horse and he is so lucky to belong to you.

[@naunettemartin7450]

You are a good rider on your horse

[@jessicafalconmetcalfe3959]

Wonderful. You are both starting to really come together. Congrats.

[@Cattrix999]

Well Done Gaio ! He looked to be enjoying the neck rope.

[@tschaytschay4555]

I like that Jesse's horses are bilingual. :D :)

[@christinemartindale8715]

Gaio does look happy on the neck step he’s beautiful and starting to relax under jesse’s calming aides lovely to watch.tfs😎🏇😎

[@robertajack2783]

Well done Jesse. Trust is so important.

[@tracycameron5099]

Delightful Jesse...he is YOURS to command through your thoughts and he to you...what a good horse and friend you have there.

[@chrisp9012]

Beautiful. You and Gaio are so well matched.

[@joanneganon7157]

Gaio started out kind of flighty, but then He settled in. Great job Jesse 🙌. JO JO IN VT 😆💕🇺🇸🍁💨

[@lunarmodule7802]

I just love Gaio and am happy that he has such a good home with you, Jesse. I hope one day he is 100% your horse.

[@mbatesart]

Holy moly, you are a brave one Jesse! Beautiful outcome.

[@plaasmeisie55]

I love what you do with your horses Jesse . I want to ride bitless and ride with a neck rope but my horses are a bit energetic . I cant find a nice hackamore in my area

[@bam414141]

Matt is not negative. ;) Matt is just nervous when Jesse takes a risk. The horse can pick up some of Matt's anxiety, yes that's true. However, I notice Jesse has great control and confidence, even though Jesse can get nervous also. The difference is, Jesse controls his nerves. with great instinct around animals.

[@irenevanroekel2633]

Hmm indeed, is Gaio your horse now? 😍 Oh and, you already are the neckrope guy 🙈 Die Nederlands reacties vinden wij helemaal niet erg! 😂 dan weten we weer even dat je ook nog gewoon Nederlands spreekt 🙈

[@stefj6207]

Another entertaining video , Gaio and yourself are looking great . How do bullfighters steer their horses one handed , do they not neck rein ? Ive never felt compelled to watch so i dont know .

[@chyrlwillis9422]

Gain looks magnificent. So proud and connected with you. Beautiful.

[@weirdtoe1682]

great job Gaio!! you’ve come so far!!! You and Matt are funny 😂

[@patriciajeffries3858]

Beautiful, I loved watching.

[@friluftkjersti]

The dream 🥰❤

[@katherinejacoby5915]

U are such a lovely rider & (despite riding for almost 41 yrs) I wanna be u when I grow up🤣🥰

[@dawnaustin4556]

Impressive Jesse! Gaio is totally with you!

[@patcummings6950]

Wonderful rope riding ❤️. You have the best music on your channel !

[@mntervuren3753]

Thank you Jesse! When I look at Gaio, I see a lot of pent up nervous energy. I wonder how he would perform on a neck rope after a 3 mile canter/gallop? And Jesse, when you say at 14.25 "It sounds stupid, but I just think about it" - Henry Blake trained and rode many of his horses using, in his words, mental telepathy, with great success. Looking forward to Gaio's progress.

[@donnasteinberg1398]

He did great! Jesse your such a great rider. I love it that you push but not too much! Have you considered doing some mouth massage on Gaio? He is very mouthy, so some inner lip massage especially on the sides of his outer and inner mouth might help and he might like it! See u next time😍

[@SterlingFriday]

Jesse, I see you & Gaio becoming “one.” What a wonderful partnership 🎉

[@alexsummerRain]

I believe in You and I believe in Gaio! ps: I love your Dutch sounds :)

[@leylausak2383]

Amazing!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@herzblut379]

The horse is only used to working at risk of life. It has to learn to relax first. He is very nice for his bad experience.

[@jeiwaru]

Aww they really _are_ matching 😆

[@TarzansMom]

This was so much fun to watch.

[@emmaliu333]

Matt and Jesse talking about the gate😂 “Maybe you can close it” *Well do you wanna come in first?*

[@JesseDrent]

😂😂😂

[@weirdtoe1682]

😂

[@mdee860]

They always crack me up!

[@loribadgero1035]

So funny! “Chaos! I feel this is going to be utter chaos. Oh, it’s starting already!” 🫣🤭😂🤣🤣🤣🤗🥰 I’m in tears!! 🤣🤣 Must trust Jesse!! He is the true horse whisperer in my book and I think Gaio truly loves him.

[@loribadgero1035]

Gaio, clearly, loves the freedom he is given with Jesse handling him. This is is a beautiful video!! You two are hilarious! The Jesse/Matt dynamic is equally as entertaining. 🤣🤣🤭

[@juliepenn5313]

"I believe in him"; not something I've heard many people say at all, especially to their horse. You are amazing, Jesse. You can really make the world a better place.

[@earthrooster1969]

So well noted❤

[@cordywitt6400]

Gaio looked happy with the neck rope. So exciting. Well done, Jesse!

[@MelanieWeber285]

🙃🙃🙃🙃

[@kelly-sophiemekel5531]

am so PROUD! of Gaio, Jesse and Matt too! being so sweet and supportive. gosh this video warms my heart!

[@MelanieWeber285]

🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@carolhak]

Lekkkkkkkerrrrrrrr👋🏻

[@belinechloe]

Matt was so sweet worrying about Jesses safety 🥺

[@poonamdayal9088]

And yet also Matt has learned to trust Jesse's intuition/horse sense which was also nice to see. I like that Jesse asked Matt to be present for safety & second opinion & guidance but that the two of you both listened ultimately to Jesse's intuition and sense of Giao's energy. Bravo. Perfect balance. You two must know from your work with your horse communicator that horses work with images so when you want to do something, especially when it's something new like this, spend some time imagining the behavior you seek. It may help even to watch a video of the thing you seek and say "hey, Giao, like this! See what this horse is doing? I want you to try that, I think you'll be a great success at it and enjoy it a lot!". You'll get really good results when you make use of knowing your horse is telepathic. (You know how everyone says a horse senses fear, well of course, but more than that, they see the thing you are afraid of and in doing so, you make it more likely to manifest.) Thus, when you are afraid they will buck, imagine them calm. Counter your own fear with your desire. xo Poonam, USA

[@jhorvers]

Amazing!!! I'm so proud of you both!.. For me the best part was Jesse saying "thank you" to Gaio and clearly meaning it with his whole heart and soul.. This went so much further than riding with just a neck rope.. This was about trusting each other completely and a taking huge step for both Gaio and Jesse on the road to recovery from Gaio's horrible past and trauma's.. This truly warmed my heart ♥

[@ninakaiser2930]

„With you I learned to expect the unexpected“ You two are really hilarious! Matt seemed very much concerned for you Jesse! 😅 I actually had tears in my eyes. Gaio was doing so amazing! As you wrote „my horse“ - is Gaio now fully yours? I would celebrate because you two belong together. You have helped him so much during these two years! Gosh, I was so touched to see both of you harmonizing so well!

[@spellywelly]

I fully agree with this. What a match!

[@deebee2603]

Gaio was so proud of himself! You could see his body felt good unconstricted, and he was loving this interaction. He is starting to fully trust that nothing bad will happen to him. I think Jesse is an angel who decided to stay on earth to help animals, and of course, horses give us wings. 👼🐎💚

[@shelfuller724]

I was thinking Jesse was sent here a be an Animal Light Worker, such a special person with animals. Love and light to them all.