Thanks Steve for telling the haters and people with no knowledge of horses to jog on
@camartinwv7 ай бұрын
Any time you are very skilled at something there are always people who are jealous. They are envious and start hating and talking smack trying to cover their mediocrity. As far as I can tell, Steve Young is a wizard. I am so impressed by his gift with horses and I feel blessed just to have the privilege of watching his videos.
@fion1flatout7 ай бұрын
It's a bit sad that there are so many people who think animals should have no part in our society at all.. they think they are being kind but imo they don't respect Mother Nature
@biddiemutter34817 ай бұрын
I understand where you're coming from and I am glad to see any supportive messages. However I am wary of the popular habit of labeling anyone who disagrees with someone as a 'hater' as I don't think this is the way to positively influencing them. The aim is to educate, and people with the knowledge in an area don't need education in that area. A world in which no one is allowed to disagree or willing to accept different points of view is a sad, dangerous place imo😊
@rickbateman24017 ай бұрын
I’m far from a horse expert but I have watched several of his videos where he gets a bit physical with a horse that’s out of control. I completely agree, some of these people need to jog on. There is a big difference between beating and abusing an animal and disciplining it when it goes out of bounds. The other thing that these people need to wake up and understand is that for many of these horses he is their last chance. If he can’t get them tamed down and under control, a lot of them would be headed for a nap they never wake up from.
@flychomperfly5 ай бұрын
@@rickbateman2401- that's how I see it, and what I believe Steve is telling us. However, what we need to keep in mind is that he is NOT telling us to be that extreme under Normal training!! With a normal horse, it shouldn't have to get to this point --that this is for special circumstances.
@JosieB20177 ай бұрын
A trainer I became friends with in the 1980s use to say “there is no such thing as a stupid horse, just stupid people.”
@OnceUponaTimeline7 ай бұрын
Perhaps but there are some very stubborn horses out there. We have one at the rescue that put a LOT of effort into NOT doing what you want, he is quite the prankster! He does know what you want though, he is just not super interested in helping you with that.
@BerylForrest7 ай бұрын
@@OnceUponaTimelineIndeed, I've been having the same conversation with a into pressure pony for 20 years 😅, she knows what I want and will give it to you, then, that's it, now I do what I wanted 😂😂. True Native pony!
@s.b.52596 ай бұрын
Idk. I've met some fantastically dim horses. There's a far cry between horses who are "no thoughts, head empty" and horses who are always thinking, but just stubborn.
@birdlover7690Ай бұрын
My native Welsh Mountain pony was cheeky in a funny way. Just his character though. He did not hurt anyone at all. He had to be trained out of some habits at the start when I first got him but he knew I was his leader for sure.
@TheSilverlady19807 ай бұрын
When a skilled person says “no pushing, no crowding, back up, this is my space” that gains respect! This man knows how horses think!! Kids will push push push limits and unless parents sat “no back to your room” the kids are now your boss. Similar mentality.
@louisegogel79737 ай бұрын
With children, I found it very effective to say, go to a quiet space until you feel calm and ready enough to work this situation out together with me. And I will tell them if I need the time and space to get clam enough too. As with horses, the children need to know that something they do makes a difference, that they have some control over their safety and sanity.
@idonthaveahandle20007 ай бұрын
They almost remind me of "into pressure humans" angry, fast paced, bulldozing, and working under pressure. Fascinating to see their mood and personality before and after this training. Looks like many humans need it too, lol.
@bluekatgal73007 ай бұрын
😂❤
@Freeandokay7 ай бұрын
That horse needed you so much. I can see he feels better, no stress, relaxed.
@sue52427 ай бұрын
MONSTER improvement! That horse went from upset and frustrated to calm and happy. I really liked the slow motion stuff where you explain what’s going on…very helpful.
@louisegogel79737 ай бұрын
Yes, I agree that it’s really helpful to have more slow motion with pointers and explanations!
@artemisXsidecross7 ай бұрын
@@louisegogel7973 I agree his post video script of what was happening and pointing to specific frames of the video are very helpful. 👍
@OnceUponaTimeline7 ай бұрын
I suspect that horse was actually pretty happy being the side kick instead of the boss, he didn't put up much fight after his early tries and then seemed so relaxed afterwards!
@pam-x2k7 ай бұрын
wow, that horse loves you steve for giving him direction.
@artemisXsidecross7 ай бұрын
👍
@dramaqueen6G7 ай бұрын
Just like with some of the other really troubled horses Steve has worked with, you can really see the look of relief that comes over him. He realizes that finally someone speaks his language and understands what he needs. Finally he has a leader and suddenly the world is not such a scary place any more!
@Gushara7 ай бұрын
I so enjoy watching you turn horses into wonderful partners! Makes me appreciate my horse friend, a 16 year old Arab, who is the most lovely partner for me. I am 72 and still able to swing my leg over his back. He seems to know this and takes care of me when I am on him. I have used your methods to refine him...he loves liberty work and is most respectful when we work together. Crazy there are so many that don't understand a horses mind and heart! Thank you for sharing your teachings, so appreciated!!!!
@bevgrubel75037 ай бұрын
What a difference you made here. You have saved this lady from a horrible accident and given the horse direction 😊👍🏻
@deb44057 ай бұрын
You are a precious gift to every horse you meet. I love seeing the peace that overcomes the horse after a session with you. 💛Utah
@madduck23237 ай бұрын
I don’t know why people get so bent out of shape when you firm up on a horse. I have NEVER seen you raise a hand in anger to a horse or even your voice for that matter. That’s always been your mantra since I found your channel. There is no need to get angry with or strike your horse.
@SuicidalH3 ай бұрын
Bcs they're stupid. Look how they can't even raise their own kids so don't take advice from them on how to handle a horse
@neelamwadhwani5057 ай бұрын
Again, thank you for posting this video. I used to have horses when I was a kid. I rode, I groomed, I fed them. But as an adult, I was separated from them. When I watch your videos, I am transported back to those wonderful childhood memories!
@susangordon11577 ай бұрын
It really is all about effective communication between different species. Understanding their language and using it to achieve a cooperative result and trust between human and horse. Just beautiful to watch.
@neelamwadhwani5057 ай бұрын
I couldn't have said that better myself!
@louisegogel79737 ай бұрын
I would say the same about people with each other, lol And effective communication with oneself is the starting point for all other good communication in my opinion.
@artemisXsidecross7 ай бұрын
👍
@artemisXsidecross7 ай бұрын
@@louisegogel7973 Good point, it starts with self-knowledge, a work in continual development ⾺
@Trundlebugg7 ай бұрын
I always find your into-pressure horses particularly interesting. I work with quite a few that aren’t mine and I can’t do a lot training wise but watching your videos over the last few years has really helped me to make little changes that improve their attitudes and I’ve gotten better at quickly setting better boundaries around personal space. Thank you! 🤩
@fields-n-feathers7 ай бұрын
It was incredible to watch you in North Carolina. Thank you so much for coming! I can't wait to see how you transform this gorgeous, troubled animal.🧡
@myreasonforlife.95115 ай бұрын
Things I've noticed that other owners have are horses that been abused, over worked and not appreciated, abandoned because of age, shy and scared, never learned any manners, never been handled properly, throws tantrums, or possibly health problems along with neurologic problems. All in All there still God's beautiful creations we can't live without. ❤
@margaretfleming35547 ай бұрын
What a change in both the horse and the owner! Fantastic outcome.
@htb1237 ай бұрын
It's ridiculous that anyone could watch you firming up and think negatively about it!
@artemisXsidecross7 ай бұрын
How absurd it would be for our own body if we did not have our bones to hold up our soft body 😉
@htb1237 ай бұрын
@@artemisXsidecross you'd be a slug....
@htb1237 ай бұрын
@@artemisXsidecross you'd be a slug...
@artemisXsidecross7 ай бұрын
@@htb123 Do tell me how you really feel. 😉 I am fully human and without my bones I would be a bag of flesh.
@htb1237 ай бұрын
@@artemisXsidecross What is the purpose of your comment?
@PeaShaped7 ай бұрын
All he was doing was looking for his leader The Alpha. Steve gives him a moment to think, the horse then figures it out. Great job.
@lizevans55597 ай бұрын
I am amazed that someone would be upset with how you firm up a horse that is out of control 😊. Some would consider that being gentle not firming up. Those are the folks who really need to take lessons from you on how to train a horse.😊
@LouiseBCohen7 ай бұрын
It’s most likely people who know nothing about horses, but think they do!!!!!!!!!👍
@MadddyDawn7 ай бұрын
I’m right up the road at oak island nc.. Sunset beach has a special mailbox (kindred spirits) Nicholas Sparks a well known writer wrote a book about it. I was really hoping you got to see our wild ponies in the outer banks nc. I enjoy you and your wife’s videos. You always slow down and make sure we see what your explaining. Thank you.
@jodyhuston15167 ай бұрын
Are you speaking of the Chincoteague ponies? Steve would have enjoyed seeing them and hearing their story. I hope he can get to the island on his next trip to North Carolina! Best wishes - 🏇!
@caralynhale37577 ай бұрын
You and Tanya soooo deserve your days by the sea in the American sunshine. Can't always be muddy, drizzly, foggy and dull !!! Lovely to see this cob and owner benefit from your help.
@clarekelso78417 ай бұрын
Doesn’t matter how many times I’ve seen you do this there’s always the first magic moment. He comes out, head up, looking to see where he wants to go. Your firming up, which is so mild to what some people believe and do, wrongly, made him think. Then almost immediately he relaxed, head dropped. What a relief for this beautiful lad. I’m a cob gal myself and so sad that cobs have almost disappeared from New Zealand, which I blame in the excess racehorses released into the riding stock. You are amazing and well done Michelle. Great stuff!
@Psylaine647 ай бұрын
Aww he looks so much happier in the after photos! I bet he loved the fusses off her daughter too! I suspect he understands how much he is trusted now too; which must be a lovely feeling for him, so happy that you were able to help Steve
@sleepinglioness57544 ай бұрын
That's what finding joy for both owner and horse looks like. They are both happy, both relaxed and now working as a team. This horse needed to know he had a purpose instead of trying to prove his manliness!!! A true win/win.
@jas4everchanged7 ай бұрын
That horse seemed really smart and willing once you firmed up to let him know who is the alpha. Wonderful video. Great job Steve. Massive improvement almost immediately. Great Job Michelle. Such a beautiful horse. Wonderful video!! Thanks so much!!!!!!!
@louisegogel79737 ай бұрын
5:00. Oh my goodness!!! That is a treasure of a book having it signed by so many awesome horsemen!!! Very very exciting! I’d put it in a glass case with a special library book cover on the sleeve to preserve it really well. Awesome session! Thank you Steve, horse, owner, and all the family who help make these videos possible! 🤍🩶🖤🤎🧡💛
@cherylharless2817 ай бұрын
Her jaw must hurt from all the smiling -- so good to see!
@Psylaine647 ай бұрын
and its a gorgeous smile too ... I swear Deo was smiling too at points when he knew he did it right
@bondart57287 ай бұрын
Welcome to North Carolina USA. Thank you to all of your family for providing us with great videos. It's not only a learning experience but a great entertainment experience for those of us stuck in our homes. Speaking of homes that beach house was soooo very pretty!
@AppaloosaDreams7 ай бұрын
🐎💗Wow, what an uplifting video!🐎Deo was so confused, and Steve taught him the language, necessary to function and interact💗And, Deo's new peaceful demeanor was the proof in the pudding😊💞🐎Michelle couldn't have looked happier!😊🙌And, the pictures, at the end, with Michelle and her daughter, are gorgeous😊💗🐎🙌I wish, I could be a supporting member, but, right now, I'm on a tight budget. This channel is so valuable; I'm sure, I'm not the only one who watches, just to experience the "quality & grace", expressed by all, in every video😊💗🐎🙌
@laurajackson68607 ай бұрын
Your proven strategy with horses who have gotten away without respecting their owners is something everyone should understand. As usual, this is an outstanding example of how important it is to be firm. Thank you so much!
@ealexeenko7 ай бұрын
It was so heartwarming to see Michelle's smile when siding for the first time with quality! ❤
@biddiemutter34817 ай бұрын
48:57 this bit, when they get it, is almost like a dance move. I never get over how quickly the horse learns it.🎉
@dd3wc7 ай бұрын
What an absolutely gorgeous Cob gelding … I never would have guessed him for a Cob, had you not said something. And what a lovely demeanour he has now! One could see real change in him within moments … as soon as he realized Steve wasn’t going to put up with his antics … he got right in line and down to business. I didn’t expect him to be as compliant as he was on the right. Your firming up is really nothing at all compared to what some equestrian trainers do, in the name of ‘firmness’. You’re so kind to horses/animal and people … your communication is spot on and precise. I think that’s one of the biggest problems is a horse who isn’t taught boundaries growing up because someone doesn’t take time to establish the rules/boundaries early on … you move their feet and not the other way around. He is certainly a quick study and I think most of the owner’s/rider’s problems are probably behind her now. Love your sense of humour when you pretend to take all the credit, knowing full well it’s a transference to the horse … and when you pretend you don’t hear to get them to repeat the word/phrase (i.e., it’s amazing … you have such a sense of humour). So glad you’re enjoying your work vacation in the U.S. … Dave/Linda have shown both their hospitality and gratefulness for all you have done for them and others … especially how you’ve enhanced their equestrian life. Be really nice if you could regularly go abroad somewhere, meet new people and help horses/owners/handlers and riders all over the world. Gives you guys a bit of a break, which I’m sure is much needed more so now at your ages, than ever before. All the hard work has paid off! Looking forward to when you return and many more VLOGs. Happy Trails! 🙏🙌✝️❤️
@jenniferlehman3267 ай бұрын
Well done, Steve!! Another great learning video, as usual!! Thank you, Michelle, for allowing Steve and Tanya to film you and your troubled horse. And congratulations on all the great progress you've made with him!! Your friend, the Retired Paramedic and Horse Trainer in Ontario, Canada, Jenn 💖 🇨🇦
@jodyhuston15167 ай бұрын
Greetings Jenn in Ontario, Jody from Florida here! 🌟👍🐎
@jenniferlehman3267 ай бұрын
@@jodyhuston1516 Hello Jody!! I'm glad to see you here!! Jenn 💖
@cattymajiv7 ай бұрын
@@jenniferlehman326 Hello also from Barb in Edmonton! I see you around all over the horsey part of KZbin, but rarely want to bother you. But since it's nice to say hi, I thought I'd do so. I guess your foals are growing big now. I think there was 4 of them? All of the best to you all! ❤🐴🐎🐴❤
@jenniferlehman3267 ай бұрын
@cattymajiv We've spoken before Barb!! I remember you!! I told you before, say hi anytime!! And yes, the foals were getting very big when they left to go back home with their mothers in the third week of March. And there were 5 foals this year, 3 fillies and 2 colts!! I now have the big horses in for training. 2 stallion half brothers that I had last year, I'll start campaigning them a bit this year at local Grassroots shows, and an FEI Show in August, and also a mare. But she's only getting light work, we're doing a lot of trails and hacking out, and getting in the miles and wet saddle pads in now, still throwing in the odd day of arena work with her. I hope you had a great weekend!! Jenn 💖
@janetdavidson61817 ай бұрын
Wonderful I don't own a horse in fact I have never even touched one but your videos are great I am hooked
@conniekenny38297 ай бұрын
As usual, Steve did a masterful job with this horse! Now this horse has a bright future with a family. I love howSteve always pats the horse to tell them they did good. It really means a lot to a horse.
@Alaskadinger7 ай бұрын
Bless you for your help with each and every animal that you've worked with including the dog that you trained. 😂😂Whoever is in charge of the heavens, bestowed upon you a truly special gift. Thank you so much. With a great deal of respect Annie from Alaska❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@jodyhuston15167 ай бұрын
Hi Annie! Our son lived in Anchorage and surrounds for 15 yrs. and I think Alaska is the most beautiful state! I’ve only ridden horses once when I was there, and wondered, are barns heated for them in winter? Thanks, Jody from Florida
@Alaskadinger7 ай бұрын
@@jodyhuston1516 I lived in Anchorage for 24 years and now back in Fairbanks which is where I was raised. As to barns some are heated but the bedding is much thicker as with blankets that they wear sometimes I've put on 2 at once.
@zinnia36847 ай бұрын
God. Heaven and earth.
@karenjackson32697 ай бұрын
Firming up is necessary!! Stallions and lead mares do ❤
@Psylaine647 ай бұрын
yeah and they can draw blood doing so hahahaha Steve's firming up is a walk in the park. Its like using the mom voice with the hard NO you use on kids lol
@dawncamp3037 ай бұрын
absolutely, what steve does is barely firming up.
@lumini31727 ай бұрын
This is exactly what being a leader should look like. I get so fed up and disturbed by hearing people justify whipping their horses silly, saying, “Oh, well they would get kicked and bitten in the wild so this is fine!” Yeah, and a wild horse would also not get any treatment for a severe injury and thus would most likely succumb to it, so I guess we shouldn’t give our horses medical treatment either? Being a leader does not equal beating a horse up. You can get a much better lesson across when you’re firm as well as gentle and understanding as seen in the video, rather than harsh and overbearing. Sheesh.
@ElinorDavis-g7c7 ай бұрын
I have an "into pressure" horse and whilst nowhere near as challenging as this one has needed calm but very direct and immediate action. Got a few nasty looks when I took him to competitions and he was overwhelmed and running into and through me as I had to be very quick and firm but he would immediately settle as realised someone was in charge and he could relax. Is a lovely horse to handle now and was fifth at Windsor in hand in a massive class this year so you can get thru it!!!
@sallyr.68917 ай бұрын
Thanks Dan and Linda for giving such a wonderful respite to hard working Steve and Tanya. You did great things for this horse, Steve and terrific filming by Tanya.
@wendypeckinpaugh10787 ай бұрын
Your firming up is where a lot of people start them escalate. Thanks for sharing your videos! ❤❤❤
@Brigitte_65927 ай бұрын
As always, you can see the relief on the horse's face: "Finally, someone who speaks my language." And if that someone, like Steve, speaks it perfectly, the road to a harmonious, relaxed life is not far. I wish all horses, owners who take this language seriously.
@madeleinedonaldson44223 ай бұрын
Steve I repeat what Ive said at every video, you have a God given gift ( plus experience) 🙏💪💝💪🙏
@chiffre-nummer84757 ай бұрын
Thank you for helping this beautiful horse.
@leahharbison49327 ай бұрын
Really glad to see you and Tonya being treated so kindly in N C . I'm in the foothills of S C.and am a follower. You really do connect to these animals. A True Cowboy. Much Love to you and your lovely wife.
@joannecava24187 ай бұрын
We loved the demo in NC - best day ever!
@na.nner.s7 ай бұрын
In upstate new york and would have loved to stop by and see you!! Glad you’re living it up in the U.S! Love ya Young fam!!!!
@donnaz14257 ай бұрын
Yes you would have loved it... Taking the drive...or short flight.. was well worth it I would definitely go again if they had another one...Live and in person is always the best! ...Everyone there was fantastic...
@whinnie2167 ай бұрын
I wanted to drive from Florida! Maybe when the kids are a little older! It’s on my bucket list to learn from Steve Young in person!!!
@donnaz14257 ай бұрын
@@whinnie216 I drove there from Sussex county Indian river inlet in Delaware...it took 8 hours..ugh lol I drove there by myself.... Took off on Friday drove all day and then drove all day Sunday back home... hopefully they will do it again ...
@whinnie2167 ай бұрын
@@donnaz1425 Wowza! That’s awesome that you were able to go though! I just looked and it would’ve taken me a little over 10 hours! I’m hoping they will come to Florida! Maybe Ocala!?! Now that would only be a couple hrs 😅
@dkni2317 ай бұрын
What I noticed most is you are having to correct the owners just as much as the horses. I arrived in Montana to late in life to properly learn to ride. Your method of correcting their behavior is just the bomb. It all boils down to direction/correction. Just like learning to fly, you make three perfect landings you stop right there to absorb what you learn. This allows an imprinting on the brain. Those little breaks are just as important as the training. I will continue to watch your programs and very well could end up in a saddle by summers end. Thanks, Doug in Montana
@louisegogel79737 ай бұрын
I also go for three correct whatever’s in a row and then let it rest! Thanks for the explanation and addition about flying.
@susanyoung25377 ай бұрын
That was such an amazing transformation! Thank you for your great work Steve
@CheshireCat66397 ай бұрын
Patience is a virtue, Steve has it in bucket loads. RESPECT 💯👏👏
@timothyhume37417 ай бұрын
Love your work, Steve.
@simhifree7 ай бұрын
Wonderful that you were given a couple of nights in a beautiful home to sleep. I live inland , near Pinehurst, NC. This is a horsey area with a popular Stoney Brook training area for the Olympics, and Moss Farm for 3 day events.
@AppaloosaDreams7 ай бұрын
I'm so excited to watch this😊🐎It's nice to hear, you're having a good time, in the states😊💗🙌🐎 All of you, Youngs work so hard to provide a, one of a kind channel, we can't thank you, enough😊🐎🙌💗
@petrakrugell87527 ай бұрын
Sorry,must write in german, school is behind me long time 😅 Es ist doch mit Kindern,Hunden und Pferden ähnlich, alle brauchen Sicherheit um gut und sicher leben zu können. Steve ist ein Lehrer der die Sprache der Pferde versteht und je mehr Menschen diese Sprache erlernen wird die Pferdewelt bereichern. Menschen wollen alles verbal ändern und müssen lernen dass Pferde und auch Hunde besser auf Geräusche und Gesten achten. Ein bekannter Hundeflüsterer sagt auch, wo die Nase und Augen des Hundes sind,da ist auch sein Gehirn und wollen dann auch die Pfoten hin. Ich bin als Kind geritten, habe es aber nie richtig gelernt aber Pferde fastzinieren mich noch heute mit 62J. Durch deine Videos (kenne alle!) kann ich Pferde besser lesen als Hunde. 1000 Dank dass du deine wertvolle Arbeit mit uns teilst, wenn ich jemals nach Wales komme würde ich dich und Tanja gerne treffen. Ihr seid so wertvolle Menschen die man gerne in seinem Leben hat. Sorry, war etwas lang . Ganz liebe Grüsse aus Germany nach Wales,macht weiter die Welt erträglicher für Pferde ❤
@DragonDen-ko2fl7 ай бұрын
good job. no negative nancies. hes doing a wonderful job at what he does best, no nasty comments.
@evaseed28617 ай бұрын
Wonderful video and so fun to see you here in the US. Your outfit really suits you! Incredible to watch you gain the respect of this poor misunderstood horse. Great to watch him calm down and like his life. You and Tanya are the best! Lots of Love from Eva in Rhode Island.
@dawnf2z17 ай бұрын
Thank you, Steve and Tanya! Love your work with equines and their humans. A treat to watch the process of gaining understanding and trust.
@janeenrose80977 ай бұрын
Another amazing transformation! I have never seen so many (or any) horses transformed from pushy, and/or dangerous animals, to well-behaved so quickly, as I have seen you accomplish here in your videos….and I’ve watched a lot of trainers since KZbin became a resource for finding horse trainers. I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again…. You are amazing! Thank you to you, Tanya, your family and the owners and horses that made these videos available.
@louisegogel79737 ай бұрын
I would add Klaus F Hempfling to that list with Steve.
@janeenrose80977 ай бұрын
@@louisegogel7973 I’ve read all of Klaus’s books and I have his videos (I have 2 dvd’s not sure if there are more). He is gifted and I wish I could watch him training the way I can watch Steve.
@artemisXsidecross7 ай бұрын
Thank you Steve Young, watching you work with horses is a pleasure to learn from. Being firm with a horse is part of our human communication with them; as with a dance partner one leader makes for a better led dance. Being firm is as much a mental process as a physical behavior. Smart horses know or can discover the difference.
@ScribblemouseScribbles7 ай бұрын
I made notes (again)! I don't know anything of horses, so I hope I understood things right (please correct me if I'm wrong!) A into presure horse is dangerous because they go into the pressure, any pressure, creating dangerous situations. Firmness: Is NOT pain or anger! Make your presence clear and keep your space in horse language. The bump on the horse is firm but should not hurt (It's what horses do too). Look at feet! Go quiet immediatly at yield. (nifty trick: use wall so horse can't go through you). The horse will calm down and be relieved when there is someone reliable and trustworthy to lead them. On unrequested forward motion: Your space is everything. When connected with the horse (attention on you) horse can only move forward when asked to. Remind when horse steps forward unrequested. You move the horses feet, the horse does not move yours. Move feet, not horse! The horse understands it's not in trouble but that the feet need to move. When quite calm: Get their attention on you when the horse's mind/attention wanders, get the attention back to you as a leader, rather than have him worried about something else. Balance attention of horse with left side and right side. A lot of horses are used to seeing people on their left side, so horses don't like stuff going on to the right side. So practice right side too. Do the above with a big smile. With kindness Avoid handfeeding. Some horses (like this one) don't understand that a leader would yield and surrender food. Clearly not a leader then! (if really needed: make them yield/back off for it. Don't let them come into your space for it, you come to them) Always always end on a win/uplifing note. (this counts for humans too! When learning something new and difficult, like drawing/painting or a new langauge, always set yourself up to win and end with a success, so you are eager to continue the next day.) Some of the notes I have written down before but that's okay. That means it is probably important. Never ridden a horse or had a horse. But I am keeping a notebook of all the stuff I learn. I don't think I have the demeanor to ever do stuff like this (too giddy and excitable) but I hope am good enough riding a horse in riding class soon.
@LaurieLeeAnnie3 ай бұрын
Oh good for you! Happy Trails! Just stay calm and confident 😊
@rachelaknight7 ай бұрын
So heartwarming ❤ a horse helping his human step into her own strength and leadership 🎉
@leyrejimenez67117 ай бұрын
this is absolute gold in horsemanship. thank you for this videos.
@lesleystadames28107 ай бұрын
What a great transformation and lovely to see the follow up.
@ninajones11757 ай бұрын
Great work! It was easy to see that this horse would have hurt his owner eventually. Such a smart boy but stubborn.😊
@tammyspurdle92087 ай бұрын
Thank you Steve and Tanya, another great video with wonderful outcome for horse and owner. Thanks to James too for all the videos. ❤
@gab2hell7 ай бұрын
Welcome back to the USA! Hope your trip is amazing.
@ToriPhillips-u6g7 ай бұрын
Love the fact you don't shy away from firming up! Sometimes it's needed.... Just sub for that reason alone... Now to watch the video 😍
@deanberolzheimer26587 ай бұрын
Steve, I think that hat suits you hombre
@WindsofChange7 ай бұрын
Well, in the wild he would be the herd stallion that goes into pressure and protects the mares who are moving away. In geese, the females will run but the males almost foolhardingly so move into the danger...it's instinct. They are genetically built that way to protect the females. Maybe some horses, the ones that are meant to be leaders do it too (I've only worked with a few stallions and never owned one). And you're not being abusive, you're being firm when you have to say no......some animals call for that and won't listen any other way....I'm fine with firm when needed and deserved and this horse definitely meets that criteria.
@normajanderson73047 ай бұрын
Well done explaining how to help the owner get respect from her horse. So enjoyable to watch your work
@lsdev42297 ай бұрын
LOVED it! Always nice to see the break through. We lived in Colorado for 2yrs...Everything is bigger in the US. We actually loved going to the Pikes Peak Rodeo while we were there. My husband got to particpate in a team cow milking competition at the rodeo between the Canadians and American (military) so much fun. They really know how to entertain.Enjoy yourselves!😁🥰🇨🇦Sharon.
@rayjohnson78867 ай бұрын
Hello Steve props for what you do for people and you are looking pretty sharp in your black western hat and shirt you go cowboy 🙏 to you and your family.
@PamelaHarding-l7f7 ай бұрын
Hi Steve and Tanya. What a great video, didn’t think you’d get there so quickly. It is so emotional when one can see the light dawning in these horses. Their lives can only get better and better from here. Happy trails and can’t wait for all the goodies form US of A, did I just rhyme then? 🤦♀️🐎❤️❤️
@rofiahcrawford32507 ай бұрын
Oh! They're the best! One good turn gives another. Linda and Danny seem like nice people. Generous and appreciative of Steve and Tanya's guidance and friendship. Friends for life I should think. As for the cob you worked with, he has more peace and safety after your establishment of your worthy leadership. It's so obvious, they don't lie. Horses are so quick to notice that we notice every movement that speaks to who's leading the interaction.
@chelseatodd14497 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing these videos with us! Hope you enjoyed your time in the States, I wish I could've made it down this year - maybe next time you come.
@blacksmithBartАй бұрын
once you press the right buttons, the happy horse shows itself 👍👍…. he`s a beauty too!
@salonika1243 ай бұрын
I had just watched Chevy and Mr Darcy 'playing' together in the small pen you have, and you asked us to observe and guess who was the 'lead' horse of the two. Then directly watched the above. Just for a moment, it was like watching your two horses, Mr Darcy and Chevy, except you were being the 'lead' horse. Something then just clicked in me. That is exactly what you are doing. Little difference actually, (though for instance, you aren't biting him or kicking him! 😆), as you are showing him you are the 'lead horse'. Brilliant! And something he can fully understand because it's 'horse' language. Marvellous stuff and has really clicked my understanding. 👍😊
@patricialyons3837 ай бұрын
Again brilliant result Steve 🎉
@caobita7 ай бұрын
Another great video of yours! Thanks for sharing. 🖒💖 Oh and what a beautiful horse he is 😍🐎
@chrism11647 ай бұрын
Great video! Amazing change in the horse's behavior. Bless you as you travel. ❤
@meycoe4 ай бұрын
You be stylin', looking good, cowboy!
@Lakemichigangirl7 ай бұрын
I enjoy your videos and the fact that you protect yourself and teach the owners how to protect themselves is your job and it is done with grace on your part.
@rhondasutton60147 ай бұрын
The results are amazing...wow
@finn47857 ай бұрын
I know this is way off topic, but that's a beautiful red shirt!! Love your work too.
@ingridbond34327 ай бұрын
brilliant horse and session/trainer/steve! also loved the horse audience intently watching... they knew he was 'the bad boy' and they got to witness his transformation. loved it!!
@kathysellers37766 ай бұрын
Another great video. I learn something new every time I watch
@sanoroo7 ай бұрын
Wonderful episode!
@createwithbarbbl41257 ай бұрын
Well done Steve, what a beautiful horse Deo is. Loved the photo's at the end, they looked so happy riding together.
@Stardust_Truth_Seeker7 ай бұрын
29:20 he self corrects and without any prompt pulls his right foot back to stand both feet in a straight line. Except maybe you just look at the foot and he understands now wgat you wanted ❤
@gaynor79477 ай бұрын
Another amazing job, Steve 👏 Beautiful horse 🐎 Happy mother and daughter 💓 💕 Brilliant to see a new video. Tanya, please upload the new videos 🙏 Love Charlotte's videos to ❤ xx
@taralee70767 ай бұрын
Awesome Steve. So much learning for all of us. And seeing how the owner was able to take it all on board and change her life with her horse. Brilliant!
@colleenhavers3883Ай бұрын
Her smile is everything.
@laraemitchell90647 ай бұрын
What a brilliant session! Love seeing the incredible turnaround in the demeanor of this horse. WOW, if I had known about this stuff years ago, what a difference it would have made with a couple of horses I knew back then. 💚💚💚
@tahoejo65403 ай бұрын
Oh Steve! I've watched Many horseman on my 60+ years journey working with horses I've gotten quite a LOT watching you work Something just resonates.. Now I know why, "True Horsemanship Thru Feel" was my first encounter with Natural Horsemanship, when the book came out. It resonated deeply with my own approach to horses You are the First trainer I have seen reference it. I think it's time to read it again, I believe I will have a deeper understanding having watched your work Thank You! 🐎❤️🐎
@jeannetteparry55877 ай бұрын
Another brilliant video! I love seeing how the horses respond. My favourite this time was when Steve showed the horse about walking forward and the penny dropped! Like the horse was thinking, "Why is he pulling me like that? I'm not supposed to go forward...Oh, you mean like THIS! Got it!!!"
@cytobl986 ай бұрын
So happy you and your wife enjoyed all that North Carolina. Born and raised here. Wonderful work, thanks for all you do.
@bettyforsythe25137 ай бұрын
So amazing to watch you Steve work your magic with troubled horses. Thanks for sharing.❤😊❤
@workwell88587 ай бұрын
Thank you for firming up to keep yourself, the owners and the horse safe.Thank you for being firm, fair and gentle all at once.