Royal Guard’s Swift Response to Disrespectful Tourist Shocked Everyone!

Royal Guard’s Swift Response to Disrespectful Tourist Shocked Everyone!
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[@kathycarruthers5266]

Has ANYBODY got any thought or respect for that poor horse.🤬

[@user-on7hj4yq9i]

Absolutely not 🤬😵‍💫😢

[@sandradavis18]

Obviously not because many have written about not touching the horses..

[@jackx4311]

Plenty of people did, including most of the children.

[@mikewilson9601]

I agree. Though I was there yesterday, the tourists were very respectful. But I know, by watching these vids, this is not always the case. A great British spectacle. The guards look superb. Proud of them. And it was so hot. Luckily they change every hour.

[@roserose-gt4if]

No

[@paulettebillinge]

Love when the horses take a dislike to the idiots. 😂

[@lilytheboycat]

That is why some of us Americans love Arnie. But not all Americans, I am from Massachusetts. Just the idiots. I love Arnie ❤

[@justinneill5003]

The title is complete bollocks, the guard on foot only asked that tourist to move to make way for the changeover.Yes he was a bit of a prat with his hand hovering hesitantly in front of the animal's face but that wasn't the reason he got moved on. Horses are instinctively uncomfortable with having their faces touched, some more than others; it's their most vulnerable unprotected spot. Very few of these tourists would have a clue about that. If these tourists have to paw at the horses, at leat stroke or scratch their necks... and don't touch any part of the bridle. Better still, there should be a white boundary line on the ground to keep them out of reach, enforced by someone on the ground.

[@stephengraham5099]

Clickbait heading.

[@helenhallwood3580]

I am constantly horrified at the number of stupid parents who let their small offspring stand next to a very large horse with no supervision

[@SURFINGBlueWave2024]

I'm astounded at the incessant complaining about the tourists, while watching the horses bob their heads because of all the metal in their mouths. Their bits are painful, but nobody cares to remark about their discomfort. Tourists petting them is nothing compared to the pain in their mouths.

[@iwallace6794]

Total rubbish - they are not in any pain at all!

[@deanschneck723]

MAYBE THE STUPID PARENTS THINK THE HORSES HAVE SOME MAGICAL POWERS! Yes, stupid and ignorant parents (adults?). The guards need to be more aggressive and assertive with these silly people. These tourists should be made to stand behind a 10-15 ft. line at all times.

[@deanschneck723]

Maybe these adults (parents?) think this is a petting zoo.

[@vickyRoyalHistory]

@@SURFINGBlueWave2024 what a load of rubbish! If the Horses were in pain, do you really think they'd bee standing there so calmly? While I agree that some bits can cause pain & discomfort, they are used by the definite Minority of people in the Equine World. People who are professional, like the Army, Professional Eventing Riders, Jockeys & trainers in the Horse Racing Industry, do not use that sort of tack, the reasons for which should be obvious. Not only are there severe penalties by the Governing Bodies of these Industries, there is the fact that these types of Horses are a considerable Investment & you would be foolishly Stupid to mistreat them. Despite everything else, many of these animals have a limited life of service & ability to keep performing at the level required, unless you have the room to retire them & keep them, they are sold on to other Equestrians, they couldn't be if their mouths are damaged. If anything makes the Horses Bob their heads, flatten their ears, kick or bite, it's the idiot Tourist, who have no idea how to behave around them, most of them can't grasp the fact that soft little pats & strokes irritate the Horses, it's like being tickled, they're are 1/4 ton of animal & when they're annoyed, they will fight back the only way they know how. While the Troopers are well trained in handling their Mounts, it still takes them time & if you have a Horse biting your shoulder or arm, you will be hurt before that happens. I wonder how many of these Tourist would go up to a strange Dog to pet it, or encourage their children to, not many I would think.

[@michaelpalmer3717]

Despite the constant provocation, these horses are unfailingly gentle with small children

[@joshschneider9766]

Tame horses are chosen from among thousands and intentionally bred together to form successive generations of passive horses. Unlike centuries ago when they used war horses that would have bit most of these people hehe

[@karenstafford724]

The guards should have the right to tell people not to touch their horses.

[@jackx4311]

They do.

[@mandimartin5835]

They have. But I think if they said it to everyone, they'd have no voice left. There needs to be someone there to keep people at a distance.

[@hotshot104]

They can but generally it’s when the people grab or pull at the reigns or bit on the horse.

[@katanYaTV]

man i was in the horse guards parade and asked the guard if i can pet his horse he nodded so i petted him -__- i even have a video

[@bethmotgomery2662]

Link to the video please?

[@susanfaulkner2304]

It is not a petting zoo! I would not tolerate these folks . Good for the horse speaking up!😊

[@mariannehutchison5487]

Hands OFF the horses Face and Eyes ! This needs to be Stopped, it’s Shocking.!😡

[@lizabethrobison4566]

Simple solution: a sign that states “DO NO TOUCH THE HORSE…100£ FINE”

[@annekeown2289]

Why? The horses for the most part enjoy the attention.

[@Dranok1]

Well, I watched the whole video, and I still haven't seen anything that resembles the title. Unfortunately that no longer surprise me. Click bait rules now. The _only_ interaction in this clip was the (NCO?) asking everyone nicely to move out of the way, when she walked behind the fella already there: when she turned to him because he didn't recognize her request, he apologized in typically British way and smartly hopped it without argument, and exactly _nobody_ was shocked by anything.

[@Archie200]

Well said. More and more of these vloggers are using click bait. A lot of the videos are also too long and too boring. Buska has started doing some much shorter videos with a simple title. Much prefer them. Won’t watch this person again - caught me out too many times with the titles.

[@kimgrattage2395]

Did you notice when she left he practically ran to get near the horse, typical asshole male, Pretty girl on the horse catch his eye and fancy his chances.? Too old for you Great Grandpa.

[@debrabolton9372]

If you love and respect horses you would not be crowding them, petting them when they obviously don't want to be, and appreciate their beauty from a distance.

[@brucerhodes8197]

I can't blame tourists for being tourists, it's pretty obvious the horses and guards are there just for the tourists. The heavily armed police officers are the ones who are guarding the place. The guards and horses really serve no other purpose, and if they didn't allow the people close access for photos, the crowds would dwindle... It's all about the money... My guess is, no horse is added to the team unless it's passed the test of being social, allowing people to get close without panic. If you own horses, those horses will get used to you and any ranch hands they see daily, but they will not be comfortable with strangers, I'm sure they've had to work with these horses to keep calm when approached, and only the best are selected for guard duty... I've seen these horses actually lower their head for a child to reach it's nose, saw one cuddle a man in a wheelchair... if the affection is genuine the horse will know and show it's love back...

[@colinmiller5502]

The public should not be allowed to do this,it's disrespectful and dangerous.

[@ginettechiverton7113]

IF YOU WANT THERAPY FROM A HORSE,... GO TO A RIDING STABLES !!!!🇬🇧💂🐎

[@cwehermans8325]

Highest rrspect for the horse and the Guard. Well dissiplined, respectful and even under tempting pressure...still holding back . Wow, I wonder how many , non guards, can pull that of. Again RESPECT .

[@margaretsmyth1564]

I think when it gets too crowded they need to stop it

[@roberttirado4569]

Absolutely.

[@camartinwv]

The horse must feel at times as though he is encountering an octopus!

[@kimgrattage2395]

They should erect barriers to keep these moron's away from the guard and his horse, anyone crossing the barrier, anyone trying to cross it should be arrested on sight. More police and Military guards needed at the front to protect the Guards and Horses, soon as they leave the idiots rush forward and do what they are told NOT to do?

[@7777LORENZO]

That horse is talking - wants another horse to talk to . Love him

[@ASaaaxxx]

Really need to stop people touching the horses

[@user-rk7pi7lp4j]

Why the hell does this country not have rules against this.

[@daphnethurlow5388]

Because of " stupidity" and " it's tradition to let Joe public touch the horses.." good" public relations" blah blah. If those in charge read these comments they might just take the hint most of us do not agree with the horses being literally mauled...but they won't care.

[@jerrymclellan4711]

Billions of pounds in tourist money.

[@trudiemundell74]

Not only are they heavy working animals but they are extremely valuable. Any injuries could be catastrophic.

[@kaafromoz]

Wonderful to see our very talkative horse back again, he sure makes them move fast when he yells for any horses in the area. Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘💖💖💖💖

[@LRBerry]

How quickly these people forget being too terrified of touching anything without having gallons of hand sanitiser to smother their hands with afterwards...

[@annemariepienaar2007]

And what on there hands when they do

[@Maggie_1957]

very true they should bring back social distancing for the horses and guards

[@LRBerry]

@Maggie_1957 Even if the horses had barriers around them, there would still be idiots reaching to touch the horses.

[@Maggie_1957]

@@LRBerry very true but if it stops 95% of people touching the horse then thats good as you say there will always be those who think the rules dont apply to them

[@daphnethurlow5388]

Poor horses !!

[@taraann7753]

I like when the Guards pacify and settle their horses by rubbing their neck..I hate when they go near the horses eyes, there’s simply no need for them to touch the horse at all.

[@daphnethurlow5388]

NOBODY should be allowed to touch them..Get a grip Army officee-in-charge..or is it " political" like everything else in life? these days??

[@lizrothwell1210]

The perfect comment 👍

[@karenstafford724]

People shouldn't be allowed to touch these horses. Don't they know they are working !!!!!

[@HowardRamsey]

Their only duty is to attract and entertain the visitors. KAREN

[@phyllbell6769]

@@HowardRamsey No they are there as a Sovereign guard, they are NOT to amuse tourists 🙈

[@HowardRamsey]

@@phyllbell6769Seriously? They are there only between 11.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. regardless of whether the King is in residence or abroad. They are in impractical Dress uniform and they are armed with a SWORD!! The mounted Guards are removed whenever there is a disturbance in the Street (e.g. a march) and have to call on the Police to deal with tiresome visitors. They have no powers to prevent entry or to search or to arrest. Sorry it's not being disrespectful, - it's just being honest about what Ceremonial duties (for tourist entertainment) involve for these highly trained soldiers.

[@brendanorris9944]

The way that horse bent down to let the little girl rub his forlock was SO Beautiful ❤️

[@aflaz171]

There should be a "no touch the horse rule!"

[@dianapeek6936]

These people that have in depth conversations with the horse just make me laugh. There was one woman months ago who the horse appeared to really listen , put his head to one side, cocked an ear and stared hard at her face until she nodded and then walked away.

[@j.ksmith7432]

You might be surprised to know that horses are used quite a lot as therapy and that a lot of horse owners say that their horse is what gets them out of bed! 💜

[@MDM1992]

​@@j.ksmith7432the same can be said for many aminals, dogs being probably the most common one, for some of us our animals have been the only things in life which showed us true unconditional love and were there for us during the hardest times in our lives, animals are simple and loyal, things you don't find in humans. Lol

[@j.ksmith7432]

@@MDM1992 amen to that.

[@loisblais3431]

Jeeeeezzzuussss people! Stop mauling the horse !

[@edappi8172]

I must have missed it......................... or did I blink and miss all the shocked people???

[@kimgrattage2395]

What shocked people were they?

[@colingarner6175]

I’m still looking for the guards swift response!!!!

[@oliveappleby8672]

Poor horse showed those tourists how it felt😅

[@paulbromley6687]

Treat the kings horse the same way that you treat the kings guard no touching no grabbing.

[@Nancy-uc2tu]

The ears are back. That’s not a good sign. Horses are unpredictable no matter how calm they look.

[@heatheryovanoff6361]

It's ridiculous that tourists are allowed so close to the King's guards - so much so that they need police protection!

[@janethollman7894]

I love this horse, you tell them bugger off

[@keithblaenshet5041]

You can see the horse is annoyed . Its ears are going back .

[@loyalsupportisthebestever]

Beautiful young lady (Guard) on the horse. Nice to see a different colour horse too. She looked very focused on something on her left.

[@Anahara1181]

These tourists treat the poor horses and guards as if they are a photo opportunity, it’s not that they want a photo, it the way they think they can drape themselves over them, pulling the rein so that the horse makes a better photo. Show some respect and consideration !!!

[@lynnstorey8020]

More intervention like this is required every day.

[@marystewart1746]

US here. What a circus! I appreciate the 2nd guard providing neck scratches to reassure the horse. He seems to a new horse, still unsure of job and conditions. I'd sure make people line up in a queue, they get to walk by, take a picture, thank the guard, and walk on - for some amount of money. Funds could to an equine relief fund. Anything is better than mobbing a guard and their mount on duty.

[@annetjienel3611]

I'm obsessed with this female guard. She's stunning.

[@kimgrattage2395]

She is, and very much in control of the situation, good for her, our girls' in the Military need more attention to put them on the world map. This young lady is doing just that. Well done Miss, Hope you see this? I'm a mum and I bet your mum is as proud as punch over you. and rightly so. Thank you for keeping us safe and looking after your beautiful horses.

[@mmckenzie8085]

Such a beautiful horse and very vocal. At least it stops them all mauling her. I hate when they all crowd around touching her. Probably telling her mate in the other box she has had enough.

[@barbarapatow.alexandra.charlie]

I'm surprised this poor horse has any fur left on his nose!!!😢

[@karenklores2439]

I think pictures and petting are encouraged as part of the Tourist experience. The Horses and Guards have been trained to deal with it. You aren't supposed to touch the reins or other equipment and you shouldn't feed a Guard Horse unless the Guard gives permission.

[@cavefe1962]

Have they ever seen horses before or touched a horse ? Not, by the look of things

[@user-on7hj4yq9i]

No respect what so ever against the horses, the guards and so on.. some parents left everything to be said 🙄😵‍💫

[@danieldravot341]

Keep in mind, the horse is smarter and cleaner than 97% of those tourists. If you think the SAS, the SBS and Royal Marine Commandos have tough jobs, imagine being on display in full parade uniform and being gorped at for hours by ill-bred yokels.

[@stormisouthful]

That poor horse has no personal space whatsoever

[@kathyrambo2776]

LOVE THE TALKABLE HOURSE JUST LETTING IT KNOWN THAT THEY'RE THERE😅

[@kimgrattage2395]

That gorgeous horse is star of this show. He's saying get outta my face and leave me be?

[@NickSBailey]

poor horse made to stand there like that for god knows how long and then have to deal with the public, it's abuse

[@MsAli0]

People must think that if they touch the horses, it will bring them luck, its the only reason i can see for them all to pile on this poor horse. We've seen the horses bite and can't wait to see a kick, sorry. At least the guy with the disability said thank you to the guard. that's how it's done.

[@audreymcleod6262]

Leave the horse alone all those hands atthe sametime a nono

[@smokingrammy828]

Don't people notice his ears ar back? My dog doesn't like when people get in her face, horse is the same! Respect people, respect!

[@kathycarruthers5266]

These are tourists in our country…they don’t do respect..🤬

[@audreymcleod6262]

These ladies are imaculate not many times you see them Also a working soldiers which. People seem to forget her horse has plenty to say for it’s self today probably. I’m pissed of and ivejuststarted

[@christinecrockford1654]

That poor horse doesn't want to be touched and I think they need to ban people touching them.

[@brendanorris9944]

This one is sure telling these tourists what ge thinks of them 🤣🤣

[@SMariaKS]

It near the horses eyes for goodness sake. It’s trying to let you know it doesn’t like it.

[@nevans6542]

Should you really go up to a horse if you're that nervous?

[@Paulchen7223]

NEVER☝️☝️☝️

[@daphnethurlow5388]

NO

[@downhomesunset]

Gotta have those pictures

[@stephenmackey4571]

Leave the horses alone you clowns.

[@paladin56]

After watching this one could quite reasonably assume that there are no horses anywhere in the World except London. What is wrong with these people?

[@marcy3127]

I think this should be stopped, it obviously upsets the animals having to stand around for hours amongst a bunch of moronic tourists. Its animal cruelty.

[@carolkemp5935]

What happened to the Swift Response? All I saw was a poor horse being tantalised by humans. A damp squib.

[@nikilou5147]

That horse's whinny is the sweetest sound ever, how cute.

[@roselinprimrose1637]

Do unto others that they should do unto you see how they like it ❤

[@niknikloves08]

Apparently no one bothers to read the sign.

[@brianbickle7395]

Menospeakadeenglish

[@kimgrattage2395]

@@brianbickle7395 Time they learned. Expect us to speak theirs in their country. Works both ways?

[@kathycarruthers5266]

That poor guard looks really pissed off.,trying to do her job…It’s disgusting.You got rid of Karen,but allow this..Shame on you.

[@robertcunningham3363]

They should be told to get back this is not Disney land. They are being disrespectful in our country. They should be fined if they don't keep their distance. We don't need their disrespect. We should change the law just for them. When we go to their country's we do our best to respect their country's standards and traditions so why do they disrespect ours.

[@j.b.2263]

Brits respecting standards and traditions when abroad, erm NO.

[@geniawheddon7402]

The horses went to scotland for the Kings coronation, after that they had a at seaside holiday on the beaches

[@ccasey1904]

I guess the tourists think this a petting zoo🙀

[@andacochran8703]

Have these people never been near a horse! Why the need to touch?

[@peterphoto7732]

Leave the horse alone.

[@martineverstappen9018]

Get a big sign there. Do not touch the horse.

[@jjroy3389]

Even the best trained horses can get spooked, and this could injure someone. Stop swarming the KHGs!

[@cathykinn4516]

A She Guard. The Horse is Beautiful.

[@joginns778]

Isn't it marvelous when a female solder has to tell the crowd to move back, and yet the police stand by the gate's as if there posing for the next action man movie, what these poor guard's and there mounts have to go through with the so called tourists is a disgrace don't these 🤡 get it there on duty just once I'd love a guard to tell them where to go,, great video,

[@HowardRamsey]

LoL

[@boblouden6663]

A Soldier, not a female soldier.

[@HowardRamsey]

@@boblouden6663 If that's male, I've been making some terrible mistakes all my life!

[@joginns778]

@@boblouden6663 male soldier ore female soldier who gives a toss it's up to the old bill to keep the tourists at bay, have you nouthing better to do than criticise,

[@boblouden6663]

@@joginns778 my point is it is a soldier it doesn't matter if male or female.

[@lindaj5492]

These smaller bay horses are the ones you see pulling the gun carriages when there’s a special ceremony. Easier for tourists to reach right up to pat the forehead, which is probably why the horse is holding its ears back. It’s p’d off, bigtime.

[@Dranok1]

I didn't know there were any women in the Blues, but _wow_ she looks so young! Makes me feel really old 😢

[@lorie4913]

I swear, they are only 12 years old. 😊

[@alexanderwaterman7480]

Women in The Blues, Lifeguards, and Kings Troop Horse Artillery. Equality across the board in the modern military.

[@lorie4913]

@alexanderwaterman7480 I really want to see on Worlds Woman's Day, all women on hands at the gateway.

[@kimgrattage2395]

@lorie4913 She will be older than that to be in this role, very fortunate to have the gene that makes you look very young for your age?

[@edwardbradley2928]

Then they changed guard and put another good looking soldier in her place ❤❤❤

[@dolliemaesone]

Beautiful ladies

[@sidneybell64]

Don't put tourists any we're near the horses

[@lorraineburnett2973]

Leave horse and guards alone they're working not there for entertainment. Most people wouldn't pet or distract a working dog. If horse bit or kicked they'd soon be complaining.

[@lalithad9422]

What makes people think that the horse enjoys your hand running from the top of the head down to its mouth and tickle its chin i wonder if any one will be allowed to do that to a human celebrity i guess one will have to face their personal security unfortunatly here it is the military who have been ordered to restrain themselves

[@michaelwelsh776]

You are not supposed to touch their horses ever. They are very well looked after.

[@joshschneider9766]

Not only well looked after but the guards cavalry is subject to random inspections by independent animal welfare groups. So they definitely don't play around with horse care. Not that they would either way. Those guys love their horses.

[@dianelukeman526]

Leave the horses alone please

[@mandywarren8566]

So surprised these horses have any hair left on their noses/foreheads! Dreadful.

[@CherylChilipka-fk7ph]

This horse is being very good about it.

[@helwigtwin]

If any of these Horses Kicked or bit a Tourist, I am sure there are many “Hungry “ lawyers out there who would happily aid them in Suing Out Military! Why don’t these people go to a Farm or Petting Zoo where the animals are there to be poked and prodded, Kent and Surrey have many working Farms, are not far away from Central London and I am sure trips could be arranged for these despicable people!!I find the actions of this Tourist Trash abominable! Go to China, Russia or North Korea and accost their Guards and see how that is tolerated!

[@shonamoore5949]

That's what the signs are for. They can't sue, shouldn't have been so close to an army animal in the first place. And if it's fractious, shouldn't approach. Stupid won't stand up in court. It would literally be, no case to bring.

[@tommas2674]

because they would not be there with the Guard.

[@daphnethurlow5388]

Exactly..well said

[@murielbuxton6993]

There is a warning sign

[@HilaryHarris-jy5nz]

This horse is not happy.

[@bethwatts5527]

I would love to go there but will probably never make it. I would talk to the guards and ask if I could pet the horse at my own risk. They look gentle but like people there are days they want to be left alone.

[@kellygervais3440]

I was holding my breathe, I thought oh no I hope she doesn't yell at that man who has cerebral palsy or something like that.. phew. That second one is sure a talker...

[@hotshot104]

The guards and their horse are already giving a good amount of slack to the people invading their space constantly I’m guessing mainly cause a majority are younger

[@joshschneider9766]

Well also they're taught to be tolerant and if need be call local police. Unlike ancient times when they would have just beat you silly 😂

[@valeriebridge7305]

Those poor horses being touched and mauled by tourists constantly thinking that the horse enjoys their attention. The Gauds must have the patience of a saint hearing the comments of stupid tourists who have no respect for either horse, rider, or the duty the guard is there for.

[@debski71]

Stop touching the horses!!!!! They are real, you know.

[@jamalgeorge7711]

These people act like they have never seen a horse before

[@daphnethurlow5388]

Many have not apparently

[@martineverstappen9018]

Why do people do that. Put them there and let everybody pet them. See how that is.

[@brianbickle7395]

The sooner it’s fenced off the better.

[@user-ff9fu1dz9x]

Horses should never be touched they are working

[@traceycole3314]

I don’t think anyone should be able to touch the horse!!

[@nadinebaldock9691]

Watching all these people, not one has a clue what is going on around them, they completely ignore others who are trying to take photos, by walking in front of them, no sorry no nothing as if they were not there. The walking ignorant.. very very Sad to see.

[@trishstikkelman7129]

He loves to be heard fantastically turned guards and horses 🐎 💖✨️🤗

[@DJJAW11]

... Gorgeous chestnut/bay horse 💕🐴 !.

[@viviankershaw7329]

take the pic no need to touch the horse would you like someone touching your face keep your hands to yourselves respect the animal and the guard

[@kalikalimai1]

The young guard at the beginning allowed way too many stupids to touch his horse, the reins. no. no. no. Authority.

[@story_Tailer]

Ears pinned back that horse dont like ppl