Zulu, Luke, Mr. Wilde And Lena Together Today For First Meets

[@sarahb.6475]

They all want Lena because she looks so unique!! 😀 and I was surprised she was bossing a horse she just met too. That is very bold.

[@koawaygoaway]

Lena presenting her butt for you to scratch makes me laugh EVERY SINGLE TIME.

[@naomipommerel8415]

Me too!

[@ladyjosephette]

Zulu’s engine start noises are fantastic. Such a funny mix of sighing and shaking off! She’s an alto for sure.

[@starlenekalinski5633]

Mr. Wild has really ended up being a magnificent horse.

[@mikehenry6284]

Awe, look a there....it's so funny how everyone wants Lena 😊. I love when Lena is playing, and she gives a little buck 🤣 she looks like a round barrel with leg's 🤣 and those legs don't seem to come that far off the ground 🤣. Well Graeme, now that you've put Lena in the corner, all the action has stopped 😟 oh wait a minute, things are starting to pick up a little. Oh how I love watching this group of horses play. Enjoy your day my friend. Blessings 🙌 Jennifer

[@lindy-loumaddock5979]

This is all so fascinating! You could watch them for ages! Love Zulu's snorting and grunting when she rolls. You're right about Mr. Wilde, I often look at him in awe. What a handsome horse he has become!!

[@tanou5019]

I like Zulu “sighing” when she rolls 😀 and a lot of horse behaviour to observe, so much to learn from. Thank you Graeme!

[@donnacsuti4980]

Sounds like that roll felt really good

[@michellel.s.9747]

Everyone seems to love Lena. But why not, she’s an awesome horse.. Love how she stops in front of you to get her butt scratches..😁 Zulu is a beautiful horse that is spicy like you said. She’s like a tall super model.. 😂 Great video on horsey behavior…

[@gretchenchristophel1169]

Lena is like the favorite aunt. "Oh, it's Auntie Lena...YAY!" Zulu is pretty quick and agile, Lena kinda lopes along...and...boys will be boys. I wonder did Mr. Wilde & Luke get their race on as they usually do? Lena has those great big draft horse feet, and Zulu has the dainty race horse feet.😂 Fascinating dynamics here.

[@asherdem2105]

Mr. Meatball...lol, 🤔 idk why I call him that, but he is absolutely stunning🥰. So beautiful, and sweet and I cant wait till he has a couple years to get a little wiser and more confident with a touch more social skills, a💎 in the rough.💚💙💚💙💚 Love Your horses but I definitely have a fondness for Mr. Wilde.

[@martiefranza3481]

Poor Lena…😂 the pitfalls of being so sweet. 😆

[@harlcc261]

Lol

[@patriciaboyd1199]

To me, Lena seems to have an air of confidence that is attractive to others.

[@kimberlybertrand2733]

It was interesting to see how the dynamics changed once you brought Luke in. Zulu reminds me of Baby Gracie with her head tossing....she's certainly a GORGEOUS big horse. I can't wait to see who the old friend is that's coming back 🤔 My husband has been watching you with me for so long now, he knows all their names. lol

[@maureenstringer4362]

Once you start properly observing their behaviour it is very interesting indeed. My parents taught us kids to always note which cows or horses were behaving in a certain manner and to find out why. I’ve become quite hooked on it now with your herd Graeme, it’s fun. Zulu has her very own style of walking, just like a model on the catwalk with those long slim legs. She’s a find looking mare. 😊

[@joniatoms9798]

Ohhhhhh MYYYYY GOOODNESS! Those sweet Zulu noises!!! 💞💞💞 awwww Mr Wild’s mumble-mouth ☺️

[@southernskywoman]

Wow that was a lot of horsey conversation! Zulu has a lot of personality.

[@profanetruth17]

As a pacer she may have been harnessed to a feed bag at bottom of which some trainers put smoldering Marijuana....Pacers are often made high bfore a race as it opens veins and arteries get heart pumping stronger gives some a better ability to stay in pace... Pacers are disqualified if break stride more than a few paces

[@marynahanos1174]

@@profanetruth17 I don’t want to be rude but this is my horse and nothing like that has happened to her. By the way testing is done on every race. This is not cool to say this about a horse that is just learning about her new environment

[@profanetruth17]

@@marynahanos1174 cool...then your horse has escaped being handled by trainers who will do anything to win a race .. kudos to you for loving her more than a cup ribbon or wreath

[@profanetruth17]

@@marynahanos1174 I did not say you do this to your horse. .but I have witnessed it done to Pacers at several tracks...it happens alot.. again, good you don't do it...sorry u took my post wrong

[@marynahanos1174]

@@profanetruth17 I am pretty sure things happen on a backstretch that’s deplorable but one cannot generalize and smear all racing people doing such horrible things. Our barn is a hobby barn and is ethical. We don’t crook and we don’t abuse our horses. Racing is a hard sport and where there is money involved things happen unfortunately. That goes for every equine sport on this planet but it seems so easy to just slander people in the racing industry. Any vet will tell you that people will ask for things to make their horses jump higher or stop faster. Whatever…..It is nuts what some will do to horses for money. But once again Zulu had no such experience.

[@rosebeck5524]

Wow! I loved this video so much! I think I was smiling through the whole of it. So much interesting goings on. I love how Lena is so chill, even running around she keeps her composure and when she stops she goes all statuesque, striking a pose 🙂 I wonder if Lena's avoidance, if I can call it that, of being friendlier to a few new arrivals has anything to do with her being intelligent and aware of the difference between the permanent herd and temporary visitors? Do horses think about that sort of thing, I wonder? So many things to like about this video Graeme. It was fascinating to watch you assert your control in such a patient and persistent way, until Zulu accepted it. I loved how Luke was standing and watching Zulu and Lena circle around, he has such awareness in his expression! Thank you for an awesome video! ❤❤❤❤

[@Vickie-Bligh]

I love the conversation I had with Zulu's owner. She really is a special girl and her people really love her especially to give her this chance at a wonderful and different life.

[@leonafaryna7617]

Zulu adds a lot of intrigue to the dynamics here. She is such a flexible beauty the way she moves, bobs and weaves about. Lena always looks so much younger when she runs and I love to watch her!!

[@xtinet]

I loved this video! It is fascinating to see Zulu moving Lena around a bit and the boys being shut out. There is always more to learn about horse behaviour. I can't wait to see the rest of the horses with that absolutely stunning beauty, Zulu. Also, who's coming back? We shall see!

[@MsBizzyGurl]

Lena's like: Dad can you get me outta here?

[@StableHorseTraining]

She definitely wasn't enjoying her time

[@vickyb5935]

Gracie is probably saying to Zulu „Hey, I like to swing my head like that, too! Let`s meet up!

[@incalescent9378]

Zulu so effortlessly moves Lena and Luke around! A very powerful horse. I am looking forward how she'll be in a few weeks or maybe even a few days time when it's not all new and she has found out that being more approachable and a bit more mellow gives her more access to what she wants as well. I liked how she kept her purpose and she kept thinking about what was going on and how she wanted to influence that. (Those traits may make things more difficult, but I still admire her for it.)

[@starlenekalinski5633]

Zulu is very athletic.

[@sidilicious11]

Zulu is so beautiful. I bet she can run like the wind.

[@MarcoNotPolo]

Haha, I think you have a new herd leader, "Luke's not very useful" had me lol love standardbred behaviour, I believe that they aren't interested in "nicer" their instinct is survival, sassy Zulu every bit a strong leader and will show it when needed, otherwise pretty chilled horses once they've established their herd, great video Thankyou

[@StableHorseTraining]

Simply being able to drive horses off, does not a herd leader make.

[@MarcoNotPolo]

@@StableHorseTraining granted but I mostly saw Zulu move the others and showed dominance, Herd leader, I think maybe Just my opinion, I'm no horse expert

[@micheller1426]

Graeme, I’m looking forward to seeing what you’ll do to keep Zulu from moving the herd while you’re present. I’m dealing with something similar and could use some ideas. Thanks for all of the great videos, I found this one especially fascinating. 🙌

[@StableHorseTraining]

Yes, she can move others, that's for sure. The question might be for you then, why did the others not bother fighting much? How many horses have my horses seen come through and the start is always kind of the same but the end is always different.

[@StableHorseTraining]

Michelle, the idea I would give to you is to take control of the one that is trying to do the controlling. Have that horse look at you when you enter the area, if you request it, they should stay by your side and never leave it. Similar to what Zulu is doing actually, but just do it with a higher knowledge to produce a friend instead of a minion.

[@laurabongard2682]

I think perhaps Zooloo was upset with Luke for interrupting her attempt to become friends with Lina. She obviously wants to be friends with Lina. With regard to Luke, she'll make friends with him later. In the meantime, he is in the way. If you notice when Luke is far enough away from Lina, she begins her friendship overtures again and she is just engaging in all the classic things a horse does to make a friend. (I think. I'm just guessing and going with my feelings.) I love the way you went about telling Zooloo you are the head horse. She has had to recognize a head horse before, but now she knows you're one too. I know you know you did a good job with that. Roni is positively gorgeous now. You definitely notice him in a crowd. You've got some pretty large horses in the arena together. Lina looks leaner, but it's looking great on her. She is beautiful as always.

[@martineinfrance]

I can't wait to see who is coming at the end of the week😀 That was interesting. You comment things we might not see or interpret differently. Funny that as soon as Luke got in, the girls started acting because they both ignored each other in the first place. Zulu makes sounds of happiness when rolling! How do your horses behave towards strangers? For example, if a totally unknown person stands completely still in the arena with no treats, nothing, would the herd come round to sniff him/her or would they stay away, I wonder?

[@StableHorseTraining]

I don't think it would be safe unless that person knew when to be big. The horses might say hi, they usually do at the fence

[@martineinfrance]

@@StableHorseTraining ah because they are social by nature! thank you Graeme!

[@karenbeisterveld6923]

Zulu is quite a dominant caracter😂

[@keelsmac01]

Zulu reminds me of the big gal you had around, she wanted Luke for a friend and took him.…I can’t remember her name..ha

[@StableHorseTraining]

Ohana. Very similar in behaviors and age actually

[@sasmythe9350]

Definitely interesting. Thanks.

[@marynahanos1174]

Very interesting Graeme. You explain well what we see. Zulu is used to a heard dynamic. I have only seen her on top in the herd dynamics. I find it interesting that she chose Lena. There must be a reason. She chose I guess the stronger horse …. Is that because of size or demeanour? I see some of the same things Benny does. He herds …. And claim. She spent over a year with him so maybe she learned from him. But thank you for this. When you explain it is easier to see what’s actually happening.

[@StableHorseTraining]

Benny is superior in his leadership and he had a lot of draw too. Other horses really liked him and he only did what was needed. His presence was solid and calm.

[@StableHorseTraining]

I think she chose Lena because they have been beside each other the whole time and she depends on Lena for comfort.

[@marynahanos1174]

Makes sense……. I have not seen her in a fight but a lot of postering yes. Do you give electrolyte supplements? She washed out in the trailer and she seems stiff to me. I wonder if she tied up ….. that was her Achilles Heel. If you don’t can I bring some to put in her water.

[@ElizaBeth-fh6wy]

I saw the very first video of Zulu by herself. She was going everywhere sniffing the ground with great interest. My impression was that she was getting 'data' about every resident horse. I'm not surprised to see her 'take charge' way among other horses. I feel that may be the only thing she's interested in. Just an impression. I personally like to see friendships, but I like your assurance that Zulu isn't combative. It's all fascinating!!

[@sandyhayden-bristow1382]

Very interesting dynamics. Lena sure got her workout today! Zulu very much reminded me of some of Gracie's previous behaviors. I know you've been working with Gracie to lessen her anxiety/worry and we saw some real differences when you were changing herd dynamics with her. How is Gracie coming along?

[@StableHorseTraining]

Gracie is ok, not a lot of change unfortunately

[@zamzar2]

Funny as a newbie is already fighting for Lena and poor mr Wild seemingly always being bugged

[@gijsvandergugten9127]

Lena is probably thi thinking oh no not another clingy horse.

[@AL-lz1hb]

Lena got so close to a bit of co-grooming🥰, only to have it snatched by Zulu.🙄 If only Zulu would watch and learn what Lena likes in a friend🤗 she might make better progress. And to me, Zulu really does want a friend but just has to figure🧐 how to make it happen.🥕

[@starlenekalinski5633]

It looks like Zulu was blocking Lena.

[@maximusopus1108]

Whenever I see horse videos now I hear your voice over 😹

[@StableHorseTraining]

That's neat!

[@maximusopus1108]

@@StableHorseTraining 🐎 ❤️

[@amandamason6699]

Very interesting,Luke has a lot of patience and he’s waiting for things to settle down,so for now he’s observing ?

[@StableHorseTraining]

I think so. He'll sort it out

[@debracrew3261]

Lena you are so pretty.

[@calypso4554]

There's something about Lena... 😁

[@T-J-C]

Oooo you got a LOOK from the new girl. I wonder how 'Roni will react when she tries to cut him off from Lena

[@stephaniem1107]

Poor Lena, it's hard being so popular but getting so few co-groomings haha

[@zamzar2]

12:59 Zulu cutting off Lena already from you

[@xxdawnfirexx5670]

I’m curious, how is Roni going to take to Zulu being possessive over Lena? I’ll be interested to watch that whenever it comes out.

[@StableHorseTraining]

Tomorrow

[@reneehollenbeck5824]

I wonder what it is that Lena in general represents to the other horses? Strength , calmness, leadership? Or was Zulu attached because Lena is her first friend and feels safe? I know she was driving Lena, was that so Zulu can show leadership, or was she afraid to lose one of her friends? Interesting…..

[@StableHorseTraining]

Yes, I think it's because she has bonded to Lena due to being close to each other for so long

[@kathyleung1235]

Is it Peggy?????

[@Hollybank5]

Lena needs to put her hoof down and decide for Herself who she wants to be with … Zulu is a pushy dame 😳🤣

[@profanetruth17]

Lena is my mom's name... on her bcertificate it is Magdalena but everyone called her Lena

[@meercatt]

Lena has that calm energy they all are looking for .. maybe Yoka next?🤷🏻‍♀️

[@virginiamoss7045]

I hope the old friend is Peggy.

[@marylawrence4724]

I'm Thinking The surprise Is Peggy... I'm Hoping It's Peggy

[@des_got_boost]

Was Zulu socialized before?

[@StableHorseTraining]

Not in such a varied herd as this one I don't believe, but she has been around lots of horses from my understanding

[@des_got_boost]

@@StableHorseTraining kind of assumed so how she was acting /:

[@hazellove2144]

😊☕

[@rasheedhanbali1262]

🇺🇸👍👍👍

[@marylee4741]

What are the white marks on Zulu'so neck?

[@StableHorseTraining]

freezebrand

[@harlcc261]

Basically a tattoo

[@marylee4741]

Thank you! I'd never heard about this. Is it something done to all race horses, or all horses, and is it a Canada thing or done everywhere? So many questions even after I googled it.

[@StableHorseTraining]

All racehorses have tattoos or freezebrands

[@autumnblizzard]

Is it normal for Luke's hips(?) to jutt out that far?

[@StableHorseTraining]

I've covered this is 3 videos and a pile of comments already

[@autumnblizzard]

@@StableHorseTraining Ah, okay, sorry. I'll try and find those, are they recent?

[@StableHorseTraining]

Yes, the previous video. More or less he's fine, he's always been kinda gangly and weird. I'm feeding him more overall but not too out of the ordinary.

[@autumnblizzard]

@@StableHorseTraining Thank you!!

[@motehopper]

Zulu is acting like a brood mare.