Salt River Wild Horses - Champ, Wild Stallion Rescues Filly From Drowning

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A wild stallion named Champ saves a young filly from drowning.
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[@paulara1999]

God please bless these beautiful babies n keep them from the EVIL ones . Amen

[@Jesusindahouse]

oh, those animals have even more soul than most of the humans. period.

[@francespalasik685]

Some people think animals are heartless. This proves wild animals can save lives. Just like lifeguards, Police, firefighters, and doctors.

[@rchelle87]

It says in Genesis that when we ate from the tree of knowledge of everything (good and evil) that the animals became infected with it as well. They are right there with us - and we with them.

[@SocialShires]

@@rchelle87 It also says in the scripture that the horse is the only animal which willingly took the task to bring back the human race's soul. The horse forced humans to be true to itself and to others.

[@hangoookyujah]

This was beautiful! What a great father/protector!

[@bhamblin1]

My daughter and I were driving up to Flagstaff from Phoenix a few months ago, passing through the Tonto Nat'l Forest. I saw a chestnut stallion standing with his small herd under some scrub for the shade, near a river bank. It looks so much like the chestnut in this vid, how amazing would it be if they were the same horse! And the grey Champ, wonderful how caring he is and animals are, and we get to see it when we stop and take the time to observe nature on its terms, not ours.

[@kimberlycaudill4076]

Champ is more than a champ, he's a hero! Good for you Champ! He's mighty and he's gentle and does what needs to be done despite. Way to Go Champ! Kim

[@KrisLikesThis]

Captured my heart and brought peace to my day....thank you Champ and the people who captured him in his moment of greatness!

[@dutchbeauty]

Love the stallions look on his face after he saves his foal "dam kids" lol

[@mickeynash5450]

What an awesome stallion Champ is.....so protective....love him..

[@ZackGomez198035]

I want to go see these wild horses. I was raised in AZ but have never visited them.

[@krystelharrison6284]

that's amazing! that stallion sure knows what he's doing. Beautiful:D. horses are creatures with amazing souls:3

[@adibarr8996]

Wow! What a sight this must have been to see happen before your very eyes!! Brave & protective! What an impressive stallion!!

[@terrylenore2684]

OMG! I cried! that was so moving!!

[@CreekValleyCritters]

The most unusual thing here is that there are two mature stallions in Champ's herd. Champ, who seems to be the leader and a much older, battle scared chestnut stallion. It is very rare for two stallions to co-exist like that in one harem. I wonder if the old stallion is Champ's father, maybe the bond between them was strong enough to allow the old one to continue living in the herd once Champ took over......

[@dindinprivate3477]

MORE LIKELY IMO THE OLDER HORSE LOST DOMINANCE OF THE HERD IN BATTLE WITH CHAMP.

[@cacatr4495]

Dindin Private Usually, the stallion that loses the dominance-competition is driven out and away, not allowed to stay. There is only one stallion to a band, so this is very unusual, as CreekValleyCritters, the gentle hand of the mousey herd, said.

[@dindinprivate3477]

I'm a bit confused. If I understood this video corretly each of these two stallions had their own herd, which were drinking on opposite sides of the river. Champ crossed and they greeted each other, but neither tried to steal the others' mares. There was no obvious reason, that I could see for them to need a show of dominance. Especially so since they appear to be familiar with each other and may well have already fought to a draw between them.

[@cacatr4495]

Dindin CreekValleyCritters was talking about the 2 stallions in Champ's herd, not just Champ, but an older one as well. CreekValleyCritters wasn't talking about the herd across the river. Perhaps you didn't read the originating comment this time around.

[@TheCLARA305]

Oh how I love horses!! This was awesome!!

[@lanadale1479]

This should be spread all over the world and truly learned from. Animals are saviors and to all of us. Keep them safe, loved and give all you can to each of our Wildlife ........so Important!!

[@rollandemarie74]

Yes I also in tears , , loving them ,, ,, Dont ever say they dont have feelings ,,Love , And a heart , , more then many heartless humans

[@annfinster]

Hi, Becky! Our day together with the Salt River Wild Horses is still such an amazing memory for me! Thank you so very much for your gift of time to do that with me. Congrats on producing Champs story ang getting it out there! Much love 🌹

[@kadys5891]

it was amazing and its true horses do have a big soul that no one really knows about

[@philwhipple4557]

I see these guys all the time. They are so wonderful to watch.

[@Bossladyone2]

Thank you Governor Ducey for signing into law protection for The Salt River Wild Horses on May 11, 2016.

[@D3dh3d66]

loved visiting our Salt River horses when I need them the most. the first time was feb 2017 a week after my brother passed away. The moment I seen my first band ws very overwhelming and emotional the beauty can not be explained through words. . Then in Dec 2019 my mom passed away and needed my Salt River horses to heal me once again. My sister came to visit and I could almost hear the horses telling me come let us heal you. We went to see them again Feb 6 was exactly 3 years afters after my brother passed away. special thanks to the salt river wild horse management for helping to keep these beautiful animals not only free but safe I can not thank you enough for the work you do.

[@memorialled_zeppelin-warew1346]

Perfect example of why horses are better than humans. Of course he rescued her... Hes her dad. She is so lucky to have such a good dad who will do whatever he can to protect his loved ones. His family mean alot to him clearly. Again more than like most humans. .

[@louvenn6868]

such a nice story, shows you how caring animals can be

[@naomib6443]

Louise Venn > your right

[@shelbymarie2249]

I completely agree with you. I think horses are getting the worst of the deal worldwide. I wish we could save them all and keep them in the wild. My heart aches for every single one of them to be saved from slaughter and cruel treatment.

[@henryandthehorses5085]

The best living beings on the planet. Very touching.

[@Bossladyone2]

What a shining example of what *family* is supposed to be. A strong father protecting his daughter, and getting her to safety. We humans could learn a lot by observing them. That being said, It is a travesty to say the least, that The Forest Service announced that they were going to round up these majestic icons of the West. The horses that could not be adopted were going to be disposed of. Disposed of like they are peices of nothing. Thank God, the people out here gave a Loud Voice for the horses. The Forest Sevice is rethinking the whole matter. I am aghast to think they actually were gong to do this, today!!! For those of you who care, there is a precious group of Mustang saving Angels. The Cloud Foundation in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Contact them they are very well versed in these matters; and if you can spare a few bucks, donate. Legal fees are costly, as well as care and feeding these precious horses. Abba Father protect your creation. I pray that someday, I will see them in Heaven.

[@hoovesontheground9467]

+Bossladyone2 Amen to that! We must recognize how blessed we are to have these beautiful animals.

[@cacatr4495]

Bossladyone2 The Cloud Foundation actually participates in the darting of Mustang Mares with anti-fertility drugs to slow reproduction rates, their reproduction rates which show the horses are prospering. Their reproductive rates are not the problem, but that the public lands they have legal right to, are being given over to the use of the cattle industry, at the expense of the wild Horse. It is not an issue of " over-population" or starvation, but one of lobbyist money being given preference in the decision-making regarding the use of public lands. Perhaps they are darting Mares to try to prevent the forced surgical sterilization of Mares and Fillies in the wild, which they've reported as being the BLM's plan; see TCF's website and videos. The reality of the horse-bands prospering, and with the powers that be allowing cattle to graze on public lands, does away with the Horse-population/starvation arguments, so imposing anti-fertility drugs (which is legally " harassment", outlawed in 1971) doesn't address the real cause of this crisis, which is greed for more cattle-grazing land. This is a moral issue of Horses having preeminent right to live freely in public lands, over the interests of the cattle industry. The horses have the Law on their side, but monied-interests are playing against that Law, and fertility isn't the cause. Quote: " The Wild Horse and Burro Act of 1971 states: It is the policy of Congress that wild free-roaming horses and burros shall be protected from capture, branding, harassment, or death."

[@easygrin1127]

You know a lot more human fathers are quite a bit better for their children then horses are to theirs... horses kill their kids all the time and everyone including the mum's are quite ok with it

[@christapynn3712]

Wow, Becky, this is an amazing story!! Thanks for sharing it with us!!!

[@shunkajun]

I have two from the IRAM (Institute Range and American Mustangs) here in Hot Springs South Dakota, they are the smartest, bravest animals I have ever known. Sensitive, fearless, bold, smart, they are incredible to be around. So many good stories about them. I love these videos thanks.

[@marielim7877]

Nice… horses are so amazing! Great video!!!

[@beachbunny7256]

Sooo beautiful!!! Thank you so much for the video!💞🐎

[@terryhappy3337]

And you saved the horses home!!! WOW!

[@pinkestbirb8074]

Lives up to his name. Good dad material!

[@Lychyan]

such an awesome display of horse interaction

[@terryhappy3337]

Oh My! Becky what a precious video! Thank you for sharing. I am showing a horse crazy 10 year old today. THANK YOU!!

[@HatashiLuvsU]

Wow, incredible :)

[@mahmodabdulsalam99]

Beautiful

[@YoushouNoKioku]

Champ is a beauty :)

[@bettywhiplash4223]

this was a lovely story and I agree horses do have souls...once u have had one be your friend in real life you will always love horses...I know I have and I am almost 45yrs old...:)

[@lonhro12]

Cane toads and rattlesnakes also have souls and I honor them.

[@miathiem7668]

So cute I wish I had a horse that saved me and my pets

[@JoanneCamp1]

Nature is truly amazing.

[@forveterans49]

We should never be surprised at how four-legged animals act with care and concern and love. Humans are the worst of the animal world.

[@shygirlnow2011]

animals have souls too!

[@marcadominguez]

I believe that Evey creature on this earth has a soul. most are filled with love and joy. I hate to say it but the animal kingdom is much closer to god then us his own creation. that are in his own image. horse are here to live love and reproduce. we're care takers of the animal kingdom but some were down the line people have just forgotten to help both sides. we're all in this together. one world

[@cacatr4495]

Mankind has forfeited their Consciences to rebellion and selfishness, becoming purveyors of falsehood and narcissism, corrupted by hard, very wrong hearts, and backward minds. While the Creatures have not rejected their Creator, and live within His design for them, Mankind has rejected both their Maker and His design for their good.

[@Ozilbaz11]

probably the people who disliked this were here for a video not a slideshow....

[@pamspurgers3578]

I'm sure you are correct. Beautiful story even if a slideshow.

[@PoetMountain]

That was fantastic!

[@marilynoneill7284]

Stunning, Yes have tears also watching the magnificent 'Humanity' ithin the animal world.

[@barbarabisjak670]

it's good to remember we are only a part of the intelligence on this planet... incredible footage

[@LawrenceMclean]

We? Granted, there are some smart and wise humans.

[@stevegreat7193]

They are special spirits.

[@EquestrianAri]

so sweet, horses are not dumb!

[@julieenslow5915]

Where is the darn LOVE IT button when you need it?

[@charleneappelman5463]

Beautiful!!

[@toddhatch6826]

Tube down the Sale River and you'll probably see them on both sides of the river. Pretty neat to see!!

[@montanamoon1]

This was wonderful...

[@lyndaowen2623]

Love these horses

[@marciapruchinsky5897]

Beautiful....

[@RFamilyCircle]

Love horses, love this.

[@peruereslomaximo]

A ellos solo les falta hablar, dan amor y reconocen cuando les das amor, los animales en general son maravillosos, la especie humana es la fregada del universo.

[@sherrialice]

Thanks for sharing. That was awesome. Does anyone know what has happened to the wild horses in Scottsdale on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Res? They seemed to vanish overnight about a year or so ago. I miss seeing them. Darn construction probably ran them off. Infuriates me.

[@jeley01]

You might check with the Salt River Wild Horse page at Facebook. Unfortunately, we're fighting to stop the slaughter of the remaining wild horses & others right now... I'm hoping they weren't included in the 100,000-140,000/yr they have been rounding up & transporting for slaughter in Canada & Mexico as food consumption in Europe.. SIGN & SHARE THE SAFE ACT (Safe American Food Exports Act) to STOP THIS before they're all gone...

[@sherrialice]

J Eley Thank you! Will do! :

[@jeley01]

Thank you (thumbs up)

[@cacatr4495]

Hello, samiamisme!! LOVE these horses! I have included them in my playlist. :) Now if we can just keep them free!

[@cacatr4495]

@@jeley01 Thanks for the information.

[@joanjackson4365]

Beautiful video,

[@lakota123max]

amazing thank u for posting this=)

[@jillandrews6132]

Amazing. Thanks.

[@zizimycat]

Champ & the other stallion look like they could have been brothers.

[@kawythowy867]

Beautiful.

[@hayforhorses9515]

that's so cute

[@OdeeOz]

HOORAH for CHAMP!

[@medicren]

This was a sad story, but with a happy ending

[@filla12]

bellissima!!

[@lizlaire9019]

Wonderful!

[@vgiro7]

@ Sherri Moore...Horses in Scottsdale spotted yesterday...You have to look hard but they are still there

[@flykat07]

awww so cute and amazing! :) thanks for sharing :)

[@SocialShires]

We already know the horse is one of the most intelligent creature on earth, but there`s something about horses one can only learn from spending a lot of time around a herd. It`s unexplainable

[@naomib6443]

that was so cute

[@YuliaSmalley]

Bless them ❤️

[@The88keysau]

Great music!

[@jryer1]

At 2:33, don't know if anybody realizes, that these two stallions are not just respectful old friends, but are brothers, from the same parents.

[@frilliccosinan1200]

la scena più bella che ho visto in vita mia

Clap, clap, claps...

[@rosebarnwell6016]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😍

[@xxakli]

a horse would never leave it's child in a dumpster

[@junito1957]

yea i have a stallion name Merlin and he super smart , he know his name and come to me when i call him he pick up is rubber bowl and bring it to me so i could give him some feed and he could open gates if you dont watch out and lock it up with chain and lock ,lol horse are smart is the people who dumb because they dont listen and read a horse body language , every animal has a soul just like us

[@josephstidham5580]

junito1957 that is a smart horse I wish I had a horse like that

[@brettforsyth4842]

This is why it is impossible to say that animals have no emotions or values.

[@Ranga14]

I liked 2:57 the most. :)

[@MrRidleyDog]

Ever hear of video?

[@omagine]

don't be a bitch.

[@cacatr4495]

This video was presented by a Painter, an Artist, who takes still-photos to reference in her painting. If you go to her website, you might be able to see her beautiful Mustang paintings. Such painting-reference wouldn't be as useful with moving images. These Still-photos are shared with us. There are other videos of these horses if we'd like to watch those. :)

[@pariswilkes5743]

You can't show the actual video. Really.

[@carolames7624]

As a child, I always loved animals, still do. My parents made me go to church Sundays and attend Catholic schools. But when I started understanding what the priests and nuns were teaching children about animals---that they are "thoughtless brutes," that they are mere "matter" (not spiritual beings like us) and devoid of a soul, that they exist solely for human use and benefit, that they should not matter in our regard and count for nothing, etc---I couldn't take it anymore, and turned away and against the Catholic Church. The Catholic Church: “Brute beasts, not having understanding and therefore not being persons, cannot have any rights. The conclusion is clear. They are not autocentric. They are of the number of THINGS, which are another’s: they are chattels, or cattle. We have no duties to them…. Nor are we bound to any anxious care to make [their] pain as little as may be. Brutes are THINGS in our regard: so far as they are useful to use, they exist for us, not for themselves; and we do right in using them unsparingly for our need and convenience….” Jesuit Joseph Rickaby on the “so-called” rights of animals." Here's an inconvenient truth: In 2012, a group of neuroscientists attending a conference on "Consciousness in Human and non-Human Animals" at the University of Cambridge in the UK, signed The Cambridge Declaration on Consciousness. "The absence of a neocortex does not appear to preclude an organism from experiencing affective states. Convergent evidence indicates that non-human animals have the neuroanatomical, neurochemical, and neurophysiological substrates of conscious states along with the capacity to exhibit intentional behaviors. Consequently, the weight of evidence indicates that humans are not unique in possessing the neurological substrates that generate consciousness. Non-human animals, including all mammals and birds, and many other creatures, including octopuses, also possess these neurological substrates." The Declaration was signed by Stephen Hawking, among others. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWq0eoKgaK6Mq80

[@catdog596]

The last 20 years, science quietly studied animal intelligence and reported it little. Intelligence, the researchers said, evolved in other categories of species, in parallel to not nec. Primates, but Humans. A crow has a higher measurable IQ than a chimp, and an Umbrella Cockatoo, may have. One dog owning scientist stunned and astonished his primatologist colleagues by bringing his pet to the university, one day after they scoffed at him for claiming his dog will look towards where he points with his arm and hand, w/o such specific training. A Chimpanzee will never learn to follow the direction of a pointing hand, or build tools with a Raven's ingenuity & dexterity.

[@toddhatch6826]

Sorry, I meant the Salt River.

[@Monsterbrainfood]

I LOVE my baby, ( a hard headed paint stallion), and he makes my heart happy. Every horse is a gift from God to this earth. There is a reason Christ is coming back on one. Every horse deserves a voice and a life he was sent here to have.

[@bigbiemacaw]

Pity u didn't take footage rather than photos

[@pollymars3776]

Where's the video?

[@remedyfarm]

Probably scolding her for leaving the group.

[@doubleagent14]

You have a WRONG concept of what a "soul" is

[@emergencyfox]

Liked and unliked and then liked again just so I could like it twice. o3o

[@rchelle87]

02:51 You can't make this stuff up.

[@cowgirlval5216]

but the fillies head was dry.

[@randygoff8891]

they are driven by the spirt that god gave them . and the state wants to kill them for glue. shame on them and there, big hands ,that would kill what god has giving .

[@thomasfaltejsek]

Of course they care about their herd but in this case, it didn't look like the filly was drowning or being swept downstream at all, stallion just making sure the band stays together. Stallions aren't really 'respectful old friends' either. But maybe by making up some stuff it will get people more interested in donating to protect the horses, which hopefully they will do. The animals deserve to be protected, whether they act like fairy tale animals or not.

[@dindinprivate3477]

You are correct L Canaday. More likely these two stallions have met in battle before and learned to respect and back off from one another, especially if none of the mares is in season LOL And yes, they do deserve our protection w/o being fairy tale animals.

[@cacatr4495]

Canaday The Painter who took these still-photos, has made frequent visits to observe these Mustangs, and was there to observe these moments that were photographed. The Painter doesn't need to "make up stuff" to create "fairy tales." If there's no Mare in heat being competed over, then there's no reason to fight. Stallions take seriously their job to protect their band, not just from predators, and they're loyal to their own. We can clearly see the high water level on the filly, and the ripples showing the river's active movement, while we know that a young filly, not weighing much, would be washed away. While I might normally applaud your skepticism, I think that in this instance, it's unwarranted and over-the-top.

[@billsheets1]

slide show not a video

[@TheDeceptikron]

Ginger Horses have no Souls.

[@daisybeebridge4275]

Number one, they're called chestnut. Number two, just because they're a certain color, that doesn't decide they're attitude

[@leilanihall6443]

You have no soul and I totally agree with Daisy Beebridge

[@TheDeceptikron]

lol ok

[@michaelahohls2638]

That's a miss conception. People think that but it isn't true it's just a color. Every Horse has a heart even a better heart than you. You think you know what you are talking about but you don't. I have been around chestnuts and all other color horses and they all have a beautiful heart and soul.