SMALL TOWN HORSE AUCTION - DID WE BID?

We head to a small town horse auction. We had never been to this auction before but they were suppose to have quite a bit of tack, and we were really hoping to find a harness for Oliver, our Clydesdale. Plus looking at all the horses and the cutest donkey was defiantly a bonus!
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[@shelleys6826]

Awww! I wish you’d had a chance to get that Jack donkey! He seemed awfully nice!

[@francineherron1940]

He did have the chance...he passed

[@wakranich3488]

I would've bought that beautiful donkey.. That dopey guy swatting at him wasn't nice.

[@megankazukibuttons9334]

I would have taken this sweet donkey. I think you got his hopes up. I'm pretty sure he was looking for you. I have a question. Are there people watchers to see what people are interested in and pull what that lady did in hopes uf jacking up the bid price? We have them here (PA), but on antique s and vintage items.

[@kirstensocialbutterfly6025]

I always keep a donkey with my 🐑. The donkeys will sound a alarm. Whenever coyotes come to close.

[@reeritz1280]

The donkey went for $150!!?? Oh my! JR...how could you let Gaston slip away...he was a beauty. 😕

[@francineherron1940]

Yeah that's what I was wondering. Hopefully he did go to a good home

[@sherrykeeney7376]

We LOVE Gaston! Only $150 ??!!! They are Guardian animals - must take care if individuals are ok with certain animals - but this Gaston had a very sweet disposition- if I ever can?? I'm getting me a Donkey just like him!! I had no idea about those markings?!! I thought they were dark tips like on a siamese cat?? I was WRONG = & learned more!! In comments I hear him called a jack donkey? A Jerusalem donkey (I like that one!) What a sweet animal I hope & 🙏 he/ got a very good home🥰❤️

[@vanillaghetto]

Sad that you didn't spend a measly $175ish to get Gaston...he could have been a buddy for your pony or guard for your sheep. That one's going to keep you awake at night!

[@bernadettecartin]

​@@vanillaghettoThey would have to geld him to keep him with the pony or start raising pony mules.

[@cattymajiv]

@@vanillaghetto That's a hell of a mean thing to say! And little teeny boppers like you have no idea what it's like being responsible for a whole farm full of animals, and a family of 5. Keeping everyone fed, healthy and happy. With all 3 kids still in school. And 2 of them girls, who cost way more. Plus all the electronics and expensive toys that all kids think they need now, to keep up with all their freinds at school. It's insane what all that costs! You have to think WAY beyond the purchase price of $175, to ALL of the future costs, in time as well as money. Half of auction animals require immediate veterinary care, at about $300 an hour, plus medications and repeat exams. Feed alone costs a fortune. It might seem to you they can live on grass, but they actually can only have grass as a small part of their diet, or else they get a crippling disease called founder. Many foundered equines need to be put down. And grass isn't even available in winter. Every time any KZbinr goes to any auction, they are always just bombarded with people begging them to go back and get such and such, or berating them for not saving at least one more horse every time they set foot at an auction. In order to keep learning and to keep up on new trends, as well as to find used equipment, owners need to go to auctions, where they will be able to see a wide variety of horses and their owners, and ask questions of real live people. Reading and videos can only give a person just so much. In fact KZbin is a terrible way to learn about horses. A lot of disjointed junk, in no particular order, presented by people who have no clue half of the time. Horse people need to be around other horse people. And if they have to endure this kind of pressure from the viewers too much, they will just stop showing auctions. You have no idea how stressful it is to them to try to keep everyone happy! They love to share, but you guys just don't think about them as real live people with feelings. You hide behind your screen names and say any old rude thing you want to anyone, whenever you feel like it. As one of them keeps saying, she can not just start hoarding horses! If she did what the immature girls wanted her to do, she wouldn't be able to give proper care to any of them, and would end up going broke, and having to sell them all. Then they'd ALL be in dire straits! At some point these horse owners have to say no more. Or at the very least, no more unprofitable horses. So stop saying unkind things to them. JR did try to make sure the donkey got a home, and if the lady hadn't taken him, JR was going to find a friend who could. It's more than most people would do, and it's not his fault she backed out at the last minute, leaving him dumbfounded and unsure what to do. In a flash it was over! And then it was too late. Haven't you ever had anything like that happen to you? As young as you seem, I'm sure you have. And knowing JR, he feels awful about it! I can tell by his voice. He really wanted to help and he tried to, but he got screwed by that lady. So you and all these other immature people need to get off their backs! This family already took on a lifelong commitment to Oliver. And more recently they rescued a mare and her foal from another auction. I forget the horses' names. The foal is almost white. The video is on their channel. They are following through on all 3 of those horses. That's 3 in under 6 months, so they deserve your praise, not derision. Grow up.

[@Aqua_Metztli_Janus]

Oliver looking as gorgeous as ever.❤ I can’t believe that lady. I hope the people who purchased the sweet donkey 🫏 give him a good home.

[@raymondwolken7975]

That was a great donkey he was pretty well mannered too. Why didn’t he sell higher with all his good qualities? Oh my best to you all especially Oliver

[@homesteadhorsemanship]

This was a very small auction and not many folks in the audience. A lot of low selling horses.

[@mousiebrown1747]

You’ve got the best general interest channel on horses I’ve found. I’m not a rider but I enjoy your presentations very much. Not too much family gossip, but enough to keep us all interested. Good video skills. Good content balance. Keep it coming!

[@homesteadhorsemanship]

Thank you. Really appreciate your kind words.

[@francineherron1940]

If you like this horse video you may also like Horse Plus Rescue in Tennessee and Free Spirit Equestrian in Michigan

[@cattymajiv]

@@francineherron1940 Those are both just great! I watch them both faithfully!

[@lovelylisawarriorqueen7923]

I'm so sad about that sweet donkey, what a sweetheart! He was cute as a button with a nice personality.

[@barbaradurfee6951]

Oliver is beautiful. You did a wonderful job with him.

[@johnhoover8952]

That donkey seemed like such a sweet fella.

[@DG-yd4nh]

That donkey, so sweet❤ I hope he's treated well

[@jerritanner275]

Awww, man. I was hoping Gaston was coming home with you. 🫤

[@cheriebrantner5543]

$150!! Gaston could have been your watch donkey for your sheep.

[@homesteadhorsemanship]

Well we have the two LGD dogs. We really considered it but you also have to take into consideration how much you can care for so you can give a good home, the situation you would need to care for it etc.

[@cheriebrantner5543]

@@homesteadhorsemanship he was so well behaved.

[@JCsJennifer726]

Oliver is in amazing shape now!! You have worked a miracle in him….he is absolutely a beautiful boy🥰❣️

[@claudiaveltrie1532]

So sad you didn’t get the donkey. He was really nice!! Glad the channel is getting better. Started watching due to Oliver (my sister clued me into your channel), but have enjoyed watching all your content since! Keep posting please!! 👍😁

[@hummingbird_chirps8520]

I believe the donkey would be a great companion for the miniature shetland pony or place in with the sheep... donkeys are awesome protectors and companions... He is a sweet beauty! 🦋💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🦋

[@bernadettecartin]

They would have to geld him to keep him with the pony or get into raising pony mules.

[@kimberly1273]

So sad that you did not grab up that donkey. He seems like a sweetheart.

[@mfc4591]

Jerusalem' donkey was a beauty. Have a great week end , don't mess up that expensive cushion 😁😆

[@roxanecantrell712]

Now I'm going to worry about the donkey.

[@linnaellis212]

Yup

[@impunitythebagpuss]

That donkey would be a great herd guardian! I'd name him Twitter because of his "X"! HAHAHAHAHA!

[@terryjones446]

Omg me toooooo!!

[@jenovapooh]

Same, I'm so worried about Gaston...

[@lisaladybug8975]

😑me too!!! Can you find him JR?

[@Truthwinz]

So sad when people discard their horses & dogs because they’re old after years of loyalty to their person 😢 instead of just retiring them. I couldn’t in good conscience do it 😔🇨🇦

[@CrispyOkra]

Unfortunately, some people just see these animals as tools. 😢

[@francineherron1940]

They can do it because they have NO conscious

[@TheGypsyVanners]

Just thinking the same thing.

[@TheGypsyVanners]

​@@CrispyOkratoo true

[@sherrykeeney7376]

Whenever I take ""ANY"" animal it is until death do us part!!! We stay together threw thick & thin all the way to the end of the trail I deeply love & live very closely with them = (same as my child I don't have / family member)

[@suebonhomme723]

Aww hope the donkey found a good home!! You guys are awesome!! Love watching your videos!!

[@2CalaLilly]

Oliver looks outstanding. He's come so far. Thank you so much for rescuing and loving him.

[@Tosca767]

Cute donkey…I hope he’s found his forever home🤞🏻🥰

[@ruthbickerstaffe1915]

Oh how I wish you had bought Gaston. He went very cheap. Oliver is so very good looking, even his eyelashes are so long and a beautiful chestnut color. Blessings to all at Homestead🙏🙏🌠🌠💗💗

[@regiroettjer3874]

Auctions bring out the worst in people. Last one i went to we all noticed that there were strategically placed FAKE bidders in the crowd just to make them profit from greediness at higher prices. We've never been back to one since. We start all our own from foals. It's the safest way to go. Gustan was very gentle n beautiful. I'm sorry u weren't able to help him out. Pray he went to a good home. Take care 🙏❤️🫏🤞

[@HughLlewellyn]

There are so many con artists at auctions. After watching several of the rescues I follow, with tales of the crap that happens at auctions, I'd never trust ANYONE I'd just met there at an auction. Large or small, auctions are shady AF. Buyer beware indeed.

[@cherylmillard2067]

Shill bidders.

[@lyndakowalke8858]

And then they probably get taken by traders for the slaughter pipelines - it’s sad - these were obviously good and loved horses at some time - everybody wants to make a buck instead of doing the right thing when you are supposed to take responsibility when you own an equine. It’s very sad and discussing!

[@cherylmillard2067]

Exactly! That's part of the responsibility of owning any animal is as hard as might be, seeing them through to the end. @@lyndakowalke8858

[@Turboy65]

Half the people at auctions are liars. Never trust that they'll bid as they say they will. Be prepared to bid for yourself, EVERY TIME.

[@k-9636]

Agreed. Although I’ll go so far as to say more than 75% are liars especially in the auction environment.

[@alethacriss9308]

There is a special place in my heart for donkeys. Actually since I was a kid I have loved those guys and their long ears. You missed out on a good one at the auction! Then you could have used him as a stud and wound up with trotter mules?🤣😂 I also love the hammy Oliver for hamming it up for the camera!🥰

[@junepatterson7928]

So sorry about the donkey. It was a pretty one.

[@shooster5884]

Donkeys love the inside of their ears being rubbed!

[@sandrahoran7833]

Donkey represents a gift. That's one reason Jesus road a donkey. ❤

[@tacratt6091]

That was a handsome donkey! They are great guardians with sheep and goats! Every horse farm needs a donkey!

[@DG-yd4nh]

I get almost depressed when you walk through some of these auctions...So many sweet souls 😢

[@sherrykeeney7376]

I Love auctions I've been going all my life but bidding on stuff not live animals beins that I love animals deeply I can't even walk through a dog shelter! I do not do well seeing them there - I understand I feel the same like them older horses they did their time I kind of don't like people not seeing their responsibility through to the end I don't know how anyone could do that after years of love and loyalty I could never do that

[@DG-yd4nh]

@@sherrykeeney7376 same here. They're living creatures not an old chair.. Some people should never have pets, at all..

[@molitorsk]

JR - this is how my family feels about our horses we had - they were family members and my dad would have never gotten rid of them - 29 and 31 when they crossed over.

[@sandrae4515]

Wish Gaston had gone home with you. Lots of us loved him. Interesting comment about donkeys sounding an alarm when danger approaches the sheep while the donkey is pastured with the sheep.

[@redrose41000]

Awww, Gaston was a sweetheart for sure! Thank you for your great content, I appreciate you!

[@kimswansonlinner6889]

Omgosh...you should have bid for him!!! That donkey was precious!!!

[@MichelleJones-ev6pz]

I hope your issues get better with KZbin!! I love all your animals! Your content! Thank you for sharing your lives with us!

[@cherylmarquez2645]

Ohhh, I wish you would have taken the donkey! If nothing else he could have been a success story with Oliver. He is beautiful & would have been a perfect addition. ❤❤❤❤

[@dinahmckim2443]

I am praying things are going to return to normal for your channel soon. Thanks for the video I check multiple times a day to see if you guys have posted anything. Love your family and Oliver. He warms my heart every time I see him. Thank you.

[@DeeE101]

Thank you for your video. Auctions are not a nice place for some of these beautiful creations to end up at. People can be so cruel to the animals. I almost wonder if you would have started to bid on that donkey if that woman would have placed a bid.

[@ldirk58601]

Dang that donkey was so nice. Why that guy gotta paddle him!? I loved your story about Jesus and Arabian horses!

[@crazykittensmiles]

Olivers sweet face makes me smile 😊❤

[@curiousfurious5877]

Oliver looks so well...

[@deloresrogers685]

Love your channel and Oliver❤❤❤❤❤

[@marycoker99]

It's nice seeing a video 😊! I was hoping you would buy the donkey 🫏 ! He would be good to put with your sheep or you could have found him a good home. Prayers 🙏 💖 that he went home with a loving family or owner. ❤

[@susanscully9523]

So glad your website is doing a little better!! Keep hope alive.

[@stevedunn7349]

Have you thought about using the amish guy that makes harnesses. The one that working horses with jim is always using. I'm pretty sure ive heard jim say they ship and you dont have to pay until you receive it. And wanted to tell you I think your a good man and have a wonderful family. And your a great steward to your animals.

[@cattymajiv]

All the horse KZbinrs get so much criticism and pressure from viewers. It's so nice to see someone like you, with a constructive, helpful suggestion and some heartfelt praise. I hope they read your post, though it would be impossible for them to read them all. It certainly made me happy! All of the best to you!

[@chasitymorvant1075]

That donkey is a sweetheart!! They are AMAZING herd protectors too!!

[@qwilfish66]

I owned donkeys when I was younger and they're great and also really good at eating different varieties of grasses and will get your pasture suitable for your horses ❤

[@user-ih6wy3gr6b]

Loved that gorgeous donkey! Wondered why he was at that auction? Hope he went where he won't be neglected or abused. - ACD

[@kazzypoo]

I had to laugh at the Arabian comment. My horse was an Arabian, she was nuts! But a great trail horse. 😄

[@homesteadhorsemanship]

Arabians have their place for sure!

[@loripeaceandlove6391]

Omygosh! When that guy hit that beautiful donkey it broke my heart. I hope he gets fed and some water PeaceAndLove Lori

[@vivianwinford3681]

That was an exceptional donkey. Hope he is well.

[@jimmybrown8439]

Had that lady not lied, that donkey would have got what Oliver and the rest of the herd have. A fantastic home.

[@homesteadhorsemanship]

I was going to give him to a friend but yes would have got a home

[@jimmybrown8439]

@@homesteadhorsemanship Your efforts are much appreciated my good friend

[@tedijune6759]

Dear HomesteadHorsemanship; The person who sat by you at the auction and told you they were going to buy the donkey has never heard of INTEGRITY.

[@Faelani38]

Gaston was awesome. Donkeys make good guardians.

[@charlesyates6687]

Oliver loves his fans and just wants to say hi to all his friends

[@veevee7317]

too bad you didn't buy Gaston. still a good video thanks for sharing.

[@tambramccauley2132]

the donkey would be GREAT with the sheep--he'd protect them from predators

[@Wendy-bd9zu]

Oh no find Gaston 😢

[@tentativesuggestion]

Now I'm disappointed you didn't get the donkey. You seemed to have a nice connection with him, and when you even picked a name I was convinced you would get him. I hope he found a good home elsewhere.

[@bonsaidouglas9180]

I thought after naming him he was going to buy him and I happily waited for the end ready to help then BAM -NO. 150 bucks?

[@daskrummelmonster5384]

Oh no...can't you find out were he went 😢....

[@nikkirutland9814]

Oh that donkey was delightful...i do so hope he went to a good home, 150 dollars was so cheap for that handsome chap!...love the auction experience with you, i'd be no good at them, my heart would always rule my head...💜🐴

[@karenpetroski766]

Thought for sure you would have gotten the donkey or maybe another Male pony. You fooled me, the donkey was sweet. Thanks for sharing the video. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@amypage5700]

You guys are amazing. I really wish that you had bought 'Gaston' lol. He was so sweet and good looking. He would have made a cool addition to your farm. But I know, you can't buy and keep everything you like. Lol! Oliver is looking so great. ❤💜❤💜

[@melaniegreen1311]

Oliver saying hello to all his fans!

[@mariewood9239]

Lol JR you’re to funny. I’m very impressed with your daughter Rebecca. The apple didn’t fall far from the tree. Rebecca will go far. Just watching your channel for less than three months. I have learned to spot things you have spoken about. Kudos to the Rosa family.

[@beckydowhower4504]

Thank you. I always enjoy your videos.❤

[@nuttienattie1]

Hope that donkey found a good home x

[@memphis2375]

That donkey is so sweet!

[@drcornelius8275]

$150? I couldn't have passed that up for that fine looking donkey.

[@BBnSam1215]

Aww wish you’d have gotten that donkey. He was sweet.

[@arizonamom8773]

Jesus rode a donkey because of his infinite humility! “ Be like me meek and humble” He always picked the humble, poor, to raise up into sainthood and preach His truths, i.e. the apostles were just poor fisherman.

[@susanbelida6981]

❤ pray for sweet Gaston!!

[@amberslagle4622]

Wow, that donkey's markings are so bold! Pretty!

[@joypayne5534]

Love that donkey so beautiful cute thing sweetie pie ❣️ just like Olivier

[@janeschiffler5347]

I really love donkeys..

[@cherylmillard2067]

Yes, on learning how to shoe Oliver, I would start with a set of radiographs just to be sure regarding any potential issues that might rear its ugly head given his rough start in life with malnourishment and other diseases.

[@karenturner-wensel9536]

When you were naming " Gaston", I had walked away from my phone and realized you were speaking and sounding just like one of my favorites, Mr Roger's from the Neighborhood. 😮😮❤❤❤❤❤ So smooth and sweet and kind!

[@kingsdaughter9659]

I really think Oliver needs a “ClydesLadyFriend” 😁

[@helenasymphony2]

Please go buy that donkey. You loved him and he loved you.

[@margaretmetcalfe9380]

Oliver is looking very well

[@jessicarodgers8445]

Maybe you could find the donkey like you found Oliver!

[@shooster5884]

Aah the poor donkey.. so sorry you didn't get him. Oliver would have loved him and he's a great character.. I hope he doesn't go to a kill buyer in the end.

[@homesteadhorsemanship]

He won’t. That guy will flip him or put him on FB

[@shooster5884]

@@homesteadhorsemanship If he sold so cheap, a good natured, strong intelligent animal that he is ..for only 150 dollars.. there can't be much of a demand for them..

[@jonathanfunnell4167]

BEAUTIFUL HORSES AND DONKEYS LOVE THEM ALL

[@brigitasehgal2937]

Man, $150 only, I would buy him on a spot, he has such great character for a donkey.😢

[@cattymajiv]

But would you pay for all the food, and regular vet care, and foot care, and teeth care, and how do you even know he's healthy? That would quintuple the vet care, at at least $300 an hour, plus medications. And what about all the extra time, are you willing to put that in too, for years on end, until he dies? I very much doubt it. You'd want your mummy and daddy to buy him for you, and after 2 years you'd leave, and leave him behind. You'd just say he's not your problem anymore. Oh sure you'd miss him, but you'd move on anyway. Typical. I pity JR and Emery. They have hundreds of teenage girls bugging them. None of whom have a clue what it takes to take care of a farm and a family of 5. They have already rescued 3 horses in the less than 6 months! You people need to get off their backs!

[@nancyweliczko9334]

So sad about that donkey I wish he would have came home with you and your family.

[@JamesN-ut2jv]

You could have used the donkey as guard donkey along with the dogs for the sheep.

[@victoriah.2083]

GASTON! HE WLD HAVE BEEN A HIT FOR YR CHANNEL. TRULY. I am praying 🙏 that a wonderful home is in his future. Why did that woman lie about bidding on him? Don't understand how despicable peeps can be. Sad.😢

[@bonsaidouglas9180]

If that guy is just gonna flip him find him offer the guy 500 bucks and I am sure WE will reimburse you . I can give 50 towards him . He'd be great for the channel and loads of fun ✝️🤠

[@CrankyGrandma]

Oh my gosh that Donkey! He’s gorgeous. I got a chuckle from your bit about why Jesus chose a donkey 🙂

[@glendacisneros982]

That donkey SURE WAS BEAUTIFUL!!!! So nice to you to think about helping her out ...but sadly 😢she LIED😢😢 SWEET LITTLE DONKEY ❤

[@darlene2662]

Cute donkey fella! I hope he got a good home too! 😊🇨🇦

[@judyeuller7602]

I love it when you go to horse auctions. 😊

[@barb7128]

Hope the dear donkey went to a good home. You might consider a donkey to guard your sheep, although they need to be raised with sheep.

[@homesteadhorsemanship]

We have, but we want with LGD dogs.

[@sherrykeeney7376]

@@homesteadhorsemanship I had to go look up what LGD dogs stood for? (I knew Guardian of some sort?) It's Livestock Guardian Dogs 😊❤️👍I'm like the enquirer I gotta know! Wanted to know correct name not guess at it 😊👍always learning here thank you !!

[@joycealgood8418]

wish you could have gotten him. Oliver looks great! Why in the world were you shadow band? That's crazy 😮

[@jeannetteashlin1725]

I would have adopted him then found him a home. Once people meet him they would have fallen in love with him.

[@sherrykeeney7376]

@@jeannetteashlin1725 I agree me too just for the sheer fact he had such a sweet personality & those markings!! 🥰😘❤️

[@cynthiawalters6269]

So Dog Gone Sad, That Lady. Steered ya, Off On Buying. The Jack❤ He Was A Keeper❤

[@melaniemonti8115]

Oliver looks so pretty and shiny!

[@cherylderogatis6768]

Donkeys are great protection for a farm.

[@jeannetteashlin1725]

I love Arabians. The ranch where I learned how to ride when I was a kid had Arabs. Some of them were lesson horses. The horse thst I had as a teen was an Arab/Qtr horse cross. Best horse as he could literally do anything. How I miss him.

[@homesteadhorsemanship]

Hehe, Jr was just playing. All breeds are good. Arabians have the reputation of being pretty energetic and hot headed is only why his was teasing about them lol

[@barbadosantigua1]

donkey looks like a Jacob