American Pharoah filmed by Brook Ledge Horse Transportation Driver Todd McMahon

[@tonyhay1991]

He looks to the right, looks to left. takes a step then poses for cameras. All class and truly an American Pharaoh.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Tony hay He's like that all the time. Loves people. Loves cameras. He knows what he' doing.

[@Tampaslice]

Coming off the plane it was 4 steps then pose time, 4 more steps and then pose time, obvious sign AP is a genius! This video is by far the best and most intimate of all the AP videos on this site!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Tampaslice Thanks!

[@maddiewandrey6335]

This was truly incredible to watch, he is an amazing horse. He seems to know exactly what is going on around him and is not nervous or scared. You are so lucky to be able to work with him. The handlers and everyone was so patient and gentle, and unlike a lot of handlers would praise him and tell him everything was ok and would just love him. He was so calm through the whole process too. Thank you for posting

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Maddie Wandrey Yes Maddie you are so right. Most handlers have no patience. I often cringe when one uses a lip-chain and the moment they get it snapped on they suddenly jerk it for no reason. A horse should trust you. Not fear you. The more trust the more it'll do for you with the least amount of effort. Glad you enjoyed the video. Be safe.

[@myronschabe]

@@ToddMcMahon352 Couldn't agree more!

[@huntrichardson]

That is one magnificent horsie. Cool how he he stops to check out everything and everyone after stepping off the plane and truck. He seems to enjoy having fans around him.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Hunt Richardson He's a poser alright.

[@gloriaschramm205]

Just like a dignitary!

[@Melinda8162]

Hunt Richardson I know! He is so sweet! Just a lovable guy he is!

[@RG-5834]

Love the way he comes down that ramp and looks around at his surroundings, as if to say “where’s the opposition”??? Beautiful, gorgeous animal!!!!!!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

He was waiting for the cameras to lock and load. A true pro

[@myronschabe]

This was a sweet video of a historic moment. And how sweet is American Pharaoh, you can feel he is after all just 3 years old in this video, looks like he has a very nice temperament regardless. Great handling by the crew as well!!

[@woodedlane]

What a beauty. Interesting that Secretariat was also quite curious and needed a travelling companion. ♥

[@loribrom8389]

This is wonderful, thank you for posting it. My hats off to the fella who's driving the huge, and I mean HUGE trailer. A police escort?? I would expect nothing less for a Triple Crown winner and a beautiful, beautiful horsie and his pal, Smokey.

[@ParissHardy]

Lori Brom There's an aerial video taken by WLKY News Louisville called Raw video: American Pharoah returns to Louisville that accompanies this one. It follows the van from the airport to destination by helicopter view.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Pariss Hardy Than you for pointing that out. Although, I believe that speaks for itself. Just saying...

[@salicemccool9268]

The police escort was no doubt arranged per his worth in dollars, but his worth per what he represents is equally deserving of it!

[@gergsport]

+Lori Brom Make that a Grand Slam Winner now.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+gergsport He went out in style. A champ with no takers! Well, the takers are lining up for AP now. C'mon girls. Come and get you some of this!

[@woodedlane]

He takes his time - because he knows he can - and that 's so cool. ♥

[@glennsmith7702]

When He walks off the van and the fans are there it's like he's nodding and saying hi there-yes it's me in the flesh. take some pictures and thanks for all your support. he was definitely a real celebrity. I was surprised at how big he really is. All muscle and yet cool and laid back kind of guy.

[@terrihuff5320]

And remember this is a three year old colt. Takes it all like the Champion he is. Amazing.

[@OwnedByACatNamedC.C.]

We are all blessed to be able to experience the ultimate thrill of watching a horse enter history by achieving the impossible feat of winning the Triple Crown. If you're as old as I am, that now makes 4 Triple Crown winners (Secretariat, Seattle Slew, Affirmed, & AP) I have experienced in my lifetime. I have never been able to see any of them in the flesh, though, much less have the honor of petting one! However, I did get to see, & pet, the great John Henry and Forego, when they were at the Horse Park in Lexington many moons ago. Thank you so much for posting this, Todd, and allowing us to share in your experiences. I do hope I'm not the only one who welled up with tears while I watched it. What a magnificent animal. If anyone knows if there will be any way for the public to see AP in the future, please let me know. This is a great example of how KZbin can be like the best website ever, when it is used to allow us to share in a part of history, & I can't imagine a more pleasant way to learn. Thank you again!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

My pleasure! Sorry for the late reply. Thank you so much for your kind words. And yes, it is things like this that make KZbin such a special place for those of us who want to see and experience something truly unique and in many cases unforgettable

[@williamdelitzoy5311]

OwnedByACatNamedC.C. 4

[@dorcasderivera7353]

Beautiful work, thanks for showing us you work . Beautiful horse

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Tom and I treat every horse we transport like they were AP himself. We just don't ride in the trailer filming them as I did here. But this was history and I'm so honored to have been part of it

[@cinmachado6234]

Absolutely awesome American Pharoah..... He stole my ❤️

[@delrenesims3013]

Thanks, that was a fun ride. Cute to see how interested they both are Pharaoh and Smokey in the scenery and loving the wind blowing in their faces.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

***** Thank you! Yeah, AP is a big ham when there are cameras around. Smokey, in the video began chewing my shoulder because I was stealing some of his thunder. He was like, "AP and now this tall dude? WTF?"

[@renegadewa4183]

As someone who has been involved in and with racing my entire life I can't express how much of an honor it has been to witness the accomplishments of such a magnificent animal!! Classy and professional in every way!! And that is just describing the horse himself................lol. Truly one of the all time greats!!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Renegade Wa And he went out in style to boot!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Todd McMahon What I wouldn't give to have his life now.. lol

[@Melinda8162]

So wonderful to see this! Yes, nothing but the best for our hero! And, look how personable he is! Just a true gentleman champion!! Love you American Pharoah!! ❤️.

[@normajackson4496]

I like the way American is looking at every thing that’s is so cool the way he is being transported only for a king that he is I hope his retirement goes well every one will make sure he stays happy like the way the guys talk to him with respect great job

[@Shaniqua2Hepsibah]

Thank you for this. It's as though American Pharoah knows these people are here to see him, and he stops and looks at them so they can get photos. I do hope his career as a sire duplicates his race career!! I love that horse!!! 🏇

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Umm, I'm sure he's happier now than he was running. I know I would be. All hail the Pharoah and the mares he dates from now on

[@slseitzgerman]

Love this!! But not only was he a triple crown winner he won a Grand Slam in racing that no other horse has done in history!

[@candacetoomey5860]

Thank you for posting this Todd. I enjoyed every minute of your video! I love how he stops for pictures and senses that people love him.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Oh yeah! He's a total diva!

[@kalog0220]

I like this so much. Glad to see Elmont again, green and not white with snow. A great video of a great champion.

[@angel_emc341]

Handsome young man!!! Miss this legend, hope he is living it up as a stud in Australia next to Justify!!!!

[@hypnosispsychotherapyforhe3880]

Wonderful in every way! Thank you!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Hypnosis & Psychotherapy For Health & Healing Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@hypnosispsychotherapyforhe3880]

+Todd McMahon. Thank you too. I just love watching this!!

[@tandfloyd]

That was a great first person account of a great day. Thanks for shooting the video.!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

floyd goodson Thank you! Most people say it is too long. My thoughts... It was an event that will probably never happen again in my lifetime and I was there!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Todd McMahon P.S there is footage from that day that no one else has. I'm keeping that for Rick at Pawn Stars

[@Flashygrrl]

Todd McMahon I bet you enjoyed every last second of it! (And don't let them low-ball you!)

[@Koyoshinkai]

He is such a Clever & Classy horse, he knows he is Royalty, Australia is lucky to have him, hope we will see future Champions & winners.🤔

[@maliburide]

This video is a piece of history. Thank you sir.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

You're so welcome! Thank you so much for watching and and glad you enjoyed it

[@jimforbesvoiceinc9603]

Very nice Todd, thanks for sharing, and good to meet you outside Malibu Creek Equestrian Center yesterday!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Jim Forbes Voice Inc Thank you! It was a pleasure talking with you as well. I may bring them back when they're done showing at the Horse Park in Lexington. If so, I'm sure I'll see you out walking that cute little dog of yours.

[@Straitfever]

Thank you for filming, and sharing this video. Sure do appreciate it.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Straitfever My pleasure. Please feel free to share it.

[@maddied5219]

I love American pharaoh to bits 😍🐴 he is truly one of the most amazing horses ever and as I was watching him at the Kentucky derby I was just so amazed by how stretched his stride is! Also if you don't mind me asking I was wandering how they travel in airplanes sounds like fun if I were a horse! Amazing video thank you for taking care of one of the most amazing racehorses love you AP!!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+breyerandhorsegirl 1 They actually ride well (for the most part) on planes. In fact, people ship cross-country and overseas all the time. I don't believe they suffer from jet lag as we do. I may be wrong but you saw how AP came off the jet. Calm, cool, collected. Posing for photogs like it was just another day.

[@1hokahey]

breyerandhorsegirl 1

[@spwb2k]

a noble beast, and fan friendly too.

[@markcloutier39]

That was cool !!! All first class , for one magnificent beast. Great video , thanks for sharing it.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Sorry for the late reply. And thank you so much. That was my 17 plus minutes of fame lol

[@elysehorton7175]

What a class act! I wish I could afford to breed one of my mares to him.

[@kellydeal72]

Super cool video! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

My pleasure

[@ParissHardy]

Thanks Todd! What a trip it was for you eh? Well deserved!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Pariss Hardy 1st time I ever rode in the trailer. It was so worth it!

[@aztraingranny7015]

What a unique insight into something few ever see. Cute, educational, very special. Thank you so much for sharing this intimate view of The Champ with all of us! Diana Stuart (aka diastu in tempe)

[@ToddMcMahon352]

AZTrainGranny You're welcome!

[@ruthiethompson4167]

This was very cool to watch :-) If anyone ever has to move a horse I highly recommend you. You moved ours from Smithtown NY to Polk City FL in 2008 and though no police escort like this handsome guy I know she was treated just as well by you.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Thank you. It was even more cool to film. BTW, we pretend we have a police escort with every load. Every hose, no matter their size or respective value are treated just like AP. Even those mindless spirited ones that want to damage everything and anyone in their path. They get the red carpet. They don't know it but they pay our salaries. Shh! Don't tell.

[@Tampaslice]

Amazing video! Thanks so much for sharing. Can't imagine what it must've felt like being in the presence of such a divine animal! How on earth you kept the camera steady is beyond me, I would've been shaking like a leaf! I would've kept touching and touching him the entire ride! Great stuff man!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Tampaslice Thank you. It really wasn't hard to hold steady because this is what I do. I don't film but do transport horses every day. And I did touch him several times. In fact, I don't know how but I managed to get hair from his mane and skirt stuck to my work glove. Go figure ; )

[@jmpiterniak]

This is fantastic! He looks so intelligent...very, very excited to see him at Saratoga!

[@Tampaslice]

He definitely knows he accomplished something that made us humans feel very good! All the triple crown winners had great minds, AP fit the triple crown mold perfectly! And now the future Grand Slam winners will have to fit AP's mold! What an Amazing Animal!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Tampaslice Yeah, good luck with that.. lol

[@donnaq4163]

American Pharoah loves the people, he wants to say Hello!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Donna Q In his mind he's singing that song by Right Said Fred "I'm too sexy" Check it out

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Todd McMahon kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmbQpZairNGie7M

[@robertrozel7045]

Thanks - I wondered about the horse travelling with him

[@ToddMcMahon352]

That's Smokey The Pony. Smokey has his own Facebook page. I think he is also running for President

[@normajackson4496]

Oh my god I have never seen the people that is waiting for him. Look at him he loves his fans

[@lespangen]

Glad his buddy Smokey was there 😬👏🏻👏🏻

[@JillianSelbyPicture]

Precious cargo,I enjoyed this video, the most of all I have ever seen, I felt like I was following that great horse.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+JillianSelbyPicture They're all precious cargo. AP is without a doubt the coolest of them all. Glad you enjoyed the ride.

[@JillianSelbyPicture]

I love to watch this every day man!

[@JillianSelbyPicture]

I am watching your video right now

[@JillianSelbyPicture]

I am going back to work now.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+JillianSelbyPicture Life sucks doesn't it? Having to go back to work

[@watermelon520b]

I've always been impressed by Pharaoh's intelligence. He seems pretty self-aware in a sense.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

He is. He's a total camera diva. Just loves it! As you can see he soaks it up like a true pro!

[@jerrilibert5179]

He's a delight in the midst of this chaotic world.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

I know, right?! Sometimes when I get down about all the crap going on around me I watch this and feel somewhat rejuvenated

[@floridaman964]

One day I will drive for them. I currently work in cybersecurity. From Ocala, the Horse Capital of the World!

[@nancycowan5030]

Great video, thanks for sharing!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

sorry for the delayed response. I'm truly happy that you enjoyed it. It was a time I'll never forget

[@dianemanson7756]

I did think he showed a little nervousness when the guy was waving his arm out the window. After all, he wanted to look out. Don't blame him.

[@HeatherxRenaex3]

Gosh look at that mussle and structure. He's beautiful. 

[@BDavis820]

AP is a he.

[@HeatherxRenaex3]

Correction on my phone. Auto correct is a pain

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Heather Horne We got you. No worries.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

And BTW my muscle structure isn't too bad either. Well, that is for a 52 y.o out of shape dude anyway. lol

[@davidphillips423]

American phorah a God bring the red carpet out Champs here greatest

[@juniorjohnson5961]

Thanks Tom I enjoyed it what would it cost for the short trip to the airport ? I just Subscribed I'm moving to Kentucky and hope to visit some of the great horse farms their and go to the Breeders Cup in November.

[@tasjaboes6752_]

Such a great video!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Thanks!

[@tasjaboes6752_]

​@@ToddMcMahon352everything ok ?

[@HenlyHollow]

Really cool, thanks!

[@KamalSingh-gi3hs]

Great job

[@karensweatman444]

What a ham, hoping he kicks butt in the Classic. I have nothing but respect for our Triple Crown king. Smokey is not chopped liver either.

[@gergsport]

+Karen Sweatman He sure did.

[@karensweatman444]

Yep, he shut up all the doubters. What a horse.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Karen Sweatman And he went out with a bang too! "Triple Crown? Phhlllthhh! I'm going out a winner. Have fun trying to play catch up all you young bucks"

[@marcusthomas1980]

Wow awesome do you still drive for brook ledge?

[@tasjaboes6752_]

Not all people are involved in taking care,so great Video

[@monicap1717]

Jimmy you be keeping this video Bro!❤️🌹

[@MrBangbangjim]

There's something about American Pharoah that makes him not just a special Thoroughbred but a special horse. I'm 73 years old and have seen a few TC winners but there's something about this horse that brings tears to my eyes everytime. His majesty, his bearing, his attitude, and he's a gorgeous horse. Over the years I've hated seeing him get fat and bulky. I don't understand why they're allowed to get fat.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

All the bills have been paid ten fold. Owners and trainers are already focused on tomorrows next TC hopeful.

[@MrBangbangjim]

@@ToddMcMahon352 HUH?

[@ToddMcMahon352]

@@MrBangbangjim I thought I was pretty clear. But... AP is the past. Done and over with. Even his stud fees have been paid. Everyone who was invested into AP such as owners and trainers are already focusing their full attention on the future winners and hopefully the next triple crown winner. As they move on the overall care for the past winners diminishes little by little, which is how they could eventually get fat and out of top physical condition. To compound the matter, AP is no longer under a strict diet and physical training regiment. All he needs to do is breed. Hopefully produce. But, that depends more on the mare than his overall physical condition.

[@MrBangbangjim]

@@ToddMcMahon352 Nice try Todd honey but I still love the horse so get over it. So are you fat and over the hill too? Probably.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

@@MrBangbangjim WOW! I love the internet! I attempted to explain my comment, you didn't like it so now we have to get personal. Nice chatting with you lady. Have a nice life.

[@slb925]

Great video and nice rig! My little one horse trailer would fit in the cab...lol

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Maybe it would. But, you still have one and are transporting one. You're one of us! Be safe out there. Watch out for those ignorant 4-wheelers who will smile at and take pictures of your horse and then cut in front of you and jam on their brakes for no reason

[@AZAbsolute]

Loved it!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Thanks

[@lucindajane100]

This is the Best One of The Pharoah ! : )

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Cin Mac Thanks!

[@lucindajane100]

Todd McMahon You Are So Welcome ! There is only very few people who comment on this Wonderful Horse .... He is a Pharoah ! : ) I think He is the Best .... Because He Loves and Enjoys People And ... Thank U ! "HE AIMED TO PLEASE" : ) I Love Him.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

@@lucindajane100 That he did. It was an honor to have him on our truck and more so to be able to film him as no one else has. Hmm. I guess that makes me a bit of a hero

[@lucindajane100]

@@ToddMcMahon352 Hey Todd ! It was a Pleasure receiving your comment : ) And yes you are very much so a Hero. AFTER, that Wonderful, Sweetheart "AMERICAN PHAROAH". He Truly stole my HEART. You where so Lucky to have him as your Passenger and of course we can not forget about "SMOKEY" and I watch your video quite often and SMILE : ) Please take care and if you ever see American Pharoah give him Hugs & Kisses from me. I LOVE HIM AS WELL : )

[@KIrish-cj4du]

Just stumbled upon this video- its fantastic & gave me chills! I want to quit my job & do this job instead....where do I apply?! :)

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Great job if you can handle having to run 24/7 with a co-driver and never want to see home. On average I'm home 3 days a month. Other teams are home a little more often. Some stay out longer. The money is pretty good especially if you want to run hard like I do. It's not for everyone. Especially if you have a family and children. Still interested? brookledge.com/ and click on "employment".

[@lespangen]

9- horse trailer for 2 horses!! Kinda overkill , but safe trip and that’s all that matters 😬👏🏼👏🏼

[@farhanmuhammad8451]

A special treatment to a very special horse.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Tom and I actually treat every horse we transport the same as if they were AP. We just don't film all of them. I love my job

[@OswaldoLafee]

Todd McMahon thanks for the amazing video. What's the role of the Pony? just moral support? is this pony always with him?

[@TheZobumafoo]

Oswaldo Lafee There are a lot of competitive horses who travel with a companion. Sounds like that is exactly what this pony is. Just there to keep him calm and keep him company.

[@OswaldoLafee]

TheZobumafoo thanks for the explanation

[@ToddMcMahon352]

TheZobumafoo Very good explanation.. Believe it or not, some horses have a goat as a companion.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Oswaldo Lafee Horses, like dogs are pack-animals. They prefer to be with and travel with others. Few enjoy being alone. Especially thoroughbreds who are high strung to begin with. As we unload our truck, those still on will get nervous and anxious. They'll cry, kick the walls and just throw a fit. The last one really throws his or herself until we're leading them off where they know they'll soon be with others. They can't afford to have a horse of AP's caliber going ballistic and risking injury. Smokey is AP's Valium without having to use actual drugs.

[@kurthoman242]

I don't anything about horses, but for those of you that do can you tell me if this horse knows he is a super star?

[@davidfaxon1753]

Yes, AP knows you can tell by how he poses for pictures. He also has that cool horse demeanor. I've taken care of a few horse's. One other one I cared for was like AP in attitude, but not on AP's level as far as a Super Star.

[@derekcowman3061]

Horse sense is the thing a horse has which keeps it from betting on people. W.C Fields

[@lespangen]

Glad his buddy Smokey was with him😬

[@michaelmyers2856]

The Champ Is Here

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Yes I was. But I have since left the building. J/K

[@lucindajane100]

Relax and Watch ..... : )

[@jinxmae5029]

..for 17:25 I got to live with AP.. Ty TODD!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Jinx Mae My pleasure.

[@ladypalerider]

I wonder what the plane used as a callsign carrying such a cool passenger

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Bad ass stud coming to a mare near you soon

[@bishlap]

Todd, is that you w/ the tan cap? JK... excellent video.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Yeah, I'm the tall dorky one in the section of video I didn't actually film. And to clarify, despite being a trucker with a tan cap I'm actually a pretty nice guy. At least my mom thinks so. lol

[@bishlap]

@@ToddMcMahon352 you're more than a nice guy - you're a friend of The Pharoah!!! Best of luck now and in the future. P.S. I wasn't implying you being a "dork" or anything like that - my joke was, tan cap is barely in the video, hence, you in the tan cap? Peace.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

@@bishlap No offense taken. I wanted to say "I'm the tall dorky dude" but felt that might offend me. So I mentioned the tan cap to force people to look around for me. I'm weird that way. Yeah, I'm here. If you can point me out. If not, look for the tan cap

[@rodney314]

Nice to see brookledge didn’t crash into tex suttons airplane this time

[@Ant-813]

Can someone please tell me what’s going on?

[@manafalmola2634]

legend

[@ToddMcMahon352]

AP isn't chopped beef either

[@doheo33]

What he got his own plane custom made stairs for horses , fresh grass and custom truck and police escort? Not even Usain Bolt got this kind of treatment. It’s good to be a horsie.

[@MrTraderon]

Todd - I've heard Pharoah is very "pet" like and very socially connected with people. Is that true? It literally looks like he knows he's being photographed on the jet way and is actually posing for pictures:)

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Ron Falcone He totally is posing. Loves attention. Knows he's awesome!

[@MrTraderon]

Thanks and best of luck with America's horse:-)!

[@laurelcook9078]

Do horses spook when traveling by plane? I know Dusty would be nervous.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Some do. But, with all horses repetition cures that. You would be surprised by how many horses are flown back and forth all over the country and overseas on a regular basis.

[@manafalmola2634]

beast

[@ToddMcMahon352]

I am not!

[@monicap1717]

I saw Smokey sold a week ago at an Auction with a painting of him & AP for $85,000.

[@jordanjohnsn690]

Smokey is my horses full brother!

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Jordan Johnsn AWESOME! Smokey is the shit! One of the coolest horses I've ever had the pleasure of transporting. I've transported him several times too!

[@Toxicpot76]

hey dumb question but I'm not american. how long was the flight? in australia horses go from melbourne to brisbane by truck but when a horse from the stable i work at went from sydney to perth we flew him.

[@Toxicpot76]

Toxicpot76 ps thanks for this vid. i was watching this top boy win all three legs in australia. amazing horse.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Toxicpot76 The flight from New York to Louisville, Kentucky was only a couple hours. By truck it would have taken 14 to 15 hours.

[@Toxicpot76]

Todd McMahon ah nice bit like sydney to perth then! thanks for the reply mate. would be good to see more vids like this from ya.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

Toxicpot76 I would love to shoot more. Its hard to film as I am 1 of 2 drivers and if I am not loading/unloading horses I am either driving or sleeping. That was the first time I actually rode inside the trailer... I do take pictures of various horses during transit when we stop to water/fuel or switch drivers and send those pictures to their owners so they know their loved one is doing well. I'll add a little text comment speaking to their owner as if I were the horse speaking to them rather than as myself, which adds a cool little spin on things

[@Toxicpot76]

Todd McMahon ah well you def picked a bloody good time to ride in the trailer haha! thanks for the replys mate!

[@salicemccool9268]

Todd - or anyone - do you know if horses, as people, get air/carsick? To the detriment of their health? I thought of this when I saw he was riding "backwards" in the trailer.

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+Salice McCool In this video we are shipping in what is called a stall and a half. It is similar to how a horse is placed in cross-ties (chains on either side of halter) for grooming at their barn. Some ride facing forward and others backward. Some ride better facing one way or another but only a very small handful. We prefer to ship in a box stall (no ties) which allows the horse to move around freely in an enclosed area. They can walk in circles if they wish. Most of the time (in box stalls) they stand sideways or head to one side of the trailer and butt to the other (rather than forward or backward). This has no effect on them. They come off the truck just as they went on. Ready to frolic, ready to socialize and they only need a short time between transit to race time to run. Also, we use stall and a half's when it is a shorter trip because they don't really get to move around much. The longer the ride the more you want them to move so they don't stiffen up from lack of movement. We wouldn't use a stall and a half to take a horse from coast to coast. That's where box stalls really come in handy. Anything over 12-hours a box stall is the best. Our trucks can ship 15 single stalls or 12 stall and a half's or 8 box stalls. Prices vary. The customer decides what is best for their horse based on the horse, the distance and what they feel like paying for. We take it from there. Horses are flown all over the world. They typically come off the plane just as AP did in this video. Healthy and good to go. I don't think they experience the same things we do. And if they do, it appears to be considerably less. Hope this helps, Todd

[@salicemccool9268]

+Todd McMahon Thanks for the info. It occurred to me that as horses can't vomit except under extreme circumstances, we wouldn't know if they suffered motion sickness, but that because of the placement of their eyes - which take in and process much more "split" or "chopped up" images than ours - it's very unlikely that they do. I suppose that in addition to keeping them from developing stiff muscles, allowing them to move around as you do also helps prevent deep vein thrombosis. >> I was happy to learn that American Pharoah is quite fond of his stable pony, Smokey; poor Billy Silver's love for "his" horse, Secretariat, was, sadly, unrequited! (Was that you who got nipped??)

[@ToddMcMahon352]

@@salicemccool9268 Yes, that was me. Smokey wasn't too thrilled with my taking the wind from his face in addition to Pharoah stealing all the thunder of winning the Crown. It wasn't a spiteful nibble mind you. Just a little suggestion to step aside and allow him a little basking too before we reached Churchill.

[@katana489]

was the other horse there his stable buddy? what was that ones name? i wonder if american pharoah's owners call him something else for short other then " american pharoah"? like a pet name or something.......

[@ToddMcMahon352]

+katana489 The other famous horse with AP is "Smokey The Pony". Smokey has his own Facebook page and at one point he was running for President. As for pet names I've heard AP and Pharoah.. Of course, "Cha-Ching!" works too

[@katana489]

i would think to maybe "LUNCH TIME! OATS!" might work too. he's a beautiful horse with a personality:)

[@MrBangbangjim]

I just haven't felt the emotion, the passion and the overall excitement with Justify as I did with American Pharoah. I don't mean me, I mean all the other players. Owners, trainer, jockey, horse, ...very subdued and matter of fact.

[@lespangen]

Odd they left a chain over his nose in the trailer

[@Luvtallhorses]

It was only a short ride so why not? They didn't tie him up with it. That would be odd and dangerous

[@mcintyretyler89]

#heknowswatthetimeis

[@ghostel6580]

11:31 anyone else hear that?

[@ToddMcMahon352]

In am now an apple user. No more annoying and inappropriate "DROID!" call outs at the wrong time