The story of Elsje, with sad news.... Friesian horses.

[@maryellenmonk8045]

Elsja is beautiful and she has certainly had some beautiful foals....including my favourite, Jacobien!!

[@lisajoyaslanis]

I too have a huge liking for Jacobien! Lisa 🇦🇺🐨👍🐎🌷

[@TOMPPI-official]

Jacobien is my favorite too 💞

[@kellyoc7536]

Rewatching for Yvonne

[@monakim7012]

💖🍀💞

[@dfb8854]

Same here!

[@linbat6148]

I didn't know that Elsja was the mother of Jacobien. mother and daughter are beautiful and I have a special place in my heart for Jacobien! I am glad you weren't hurt that time Elsje threw you and I pray you are healing more and more now every day! Prayers for continued healing!

[@JANE_DOE-f6l]

Hopefully Elsje is still doing fine today in Canada. Good girl❣

[@lisajoyaslanis]

Thank you, Yvonne...I knew nothing of Elsje, other than she was Freida' s Mem.....and liked to be in charge of the Mares.... She was beautiful.... Am sure they appreciated her in Canada! Daan and Hendrik were beautiful colts....

[@gingers.5933]

Wishing Yvonne a complete and speedy recovery. 🙏

[@monakim7012]

💖🍀💞

[@lifeofjoy9404]

I am a fairly new subscriber. I have been trying to watch as many videos as possible in order to "catch up" with everything as well as to support Yvonne as she recovers. It is very helpful to learn about the various horses that have come & gone, and those who remain, and i like hearing the stories about their antics. I enjoyed this video because it was all horse - very peaceful and relaxing.

[@soakitinartisansoap]

It's always so sad to see the horses sold after they've been there for a number of years. If you ever have the time, would love to see a photo compilation of those horses in their new homes...kind of a video photo Collage. We miss them!! 🥰

[@rachelg6035]

Aww i miss her and her healthy appetite!

[@michellemonksfield2171]

Beautiful horse

[@carolyndodane8583]

Thank you Yvonne for all the information that you share with us. I live in the USA but, I feel like I am in the arena with you as you explain about precious Elsja and her foals. You are an excellent teacher!!!

[@corinna5391]

Thank you Else for all the magic moments 💖

[@penelopesheehan5927]

Being able to see videos of dear horses who have moved on helps to keep us connected to the ongoing life and history of Stal G, oce just a gleam in Rein’s eye!

[@janelifrak426]

So glad she is still with us in spirit and enjoying a life in Canada

[@shirleyW1073]

I was glad to learn so much about Elsje.

[@bieuxyongson]

Elsje is such a beautiful mover. Watching you both together is a joy. You are right about Friesians though. They are such wonderful learners. My barn owner (who was also my riding instructor) rides Shade because I can’t right now. She always marvels and brags on how smart he is and how he remembers so well. Though he is half Percheron, his mind is Friesian. Elsje’s new family is lucky to have such a lovely girl. I’m sure they will treasure her as much as you do. ❤️

[@karenbellini2240]

Beautiful horse. I'm sure she's bringing happiness to her new owners. 🙏🐎🐎🐎🐎🥕🥕🥕🥰

[@pambb5743]

After all this time I’ve just now brought myself to watch this video. I read some of the comments and found that our amazing Eljse is still with us. I was absolutely terrified something bad was happening. We will miss her so much but I’m grateful that she’s not ill. I pray that she has a happy long life with her new forever family. ♥️♥️♥️ thank you so much for keeping us posted with all the “goings on” with our beautiful Friesian Angels. It would be terrible to just have one of them come up missing and not know the reason. 🌹

[@darlenemassey6161]

Elsje looks so relaxed there. I am sure she will have a great life in Ontario. It must take some planning to get her there. Yes, they have great character. I think they like people.

[@jocquemorrison9785]

Rewatching for Yvonne. 😎

[@monakim7012]

,💖🍀💞

[@Dae4321]

What a relief. I was so worried that something terrible had happened I almost didn’t watch the video. Canada’s a lovely country. Best of luck to Elsje at her new home.

[@cherylgray5824]

I will miss her as I'm sure everyone will, but I'm glad that nothing happened to her and that she'll be living happily in Canada.

[@lynnemorris7516]

You are such a nice quiet rider and soft hands, lovely to watch.

[@Horseluvver]

I'm addicted to this channel. I love horses...and donkeys. Ya'll need a couple donkeys. They are the BOMB.

[@geraldtodd6633]

Wonderful story. what is sad is no matter how much you, and us, care for and love these horses it is still a business.

[@sisterinheart]

She loved food and was the boss on the green 👍

[@vgrof2315]

Thanks. A delightful horse.

[@sandiw2364]

Elsje is a beautiful Friesian ❤

[@Caitja]

I’m so sorry she is no longer with you. May she find happiness in her Canadian home.

[@mypointofview1111]

Elsje looks beautiful, she's on the bit and going forward gracefully. I'd be heartbroken to lose a horse like her

[@shivanandaji]

Dear Yvonne, I really love these commentaries you post about the history of the horses. Thank you so much.

[@AnimaltestedLoveapproved]

I was very hesitant to watch this,worried she passed. I'm very happy she is happy in her new home She will be missed. Beautiful!😘💜💜

[@Bellbeesevenacresfarm]

Elsje is such a beautiful horse! Deserves all the love and support for her and her new owner!!

[@danagalloway1217]

Fresians have such ground-covering, yet relaxed-looking gaits! And are so beautiful to watch =)

[@infernafirestein]

Another one coming to Canada! Wow! I’m going to miss seeing Elsje. I wish her a good life here in Canada! ❤️🇨🇦

[@deeprecce9852]

Humm, from the title, i was expecting something horrible happen to her...phew!! Besides we wont see her again, glad she is fine and hopefully live out the same happy life in the wonderful land of Canada..best wishes ❤❤Elsje❤❤!

[@heartsaliveart]

Glad she is fine. Oh, and by the way the province comes first then the country. So the way to say it is she's living in Ontario Canada. Lol

[@margotmaines7427]

I was waiting for that other shoe to drop, too ~ phew! Question for Yvonne: how many foals can a mare have safely? ♥

[@llew777]

I agree almost was afraid to watch, to me a fairly happy ending

[@wintershock]

Free Speech why is it tragic? I lived in Canada all my life and it’s pretty ok. The only downside is the certain issue going on with the rest of the world and the occasional rude person.

[@MrMotherfuck123]

Clickbait

[@1Teresa]

I've seen some of your other videos with Elsje in them and she is beautiful! Her foals are gorgeous as well. Thanks for sharing! She will be missed I'm sure but, you really made someone in Canada happy!

[@shellyross2881]

I kind of see it as retirement. She did her job and was well compensated! As much as I love the foals, I hope Elsja's foal days are over. I hope now she can take it easy and relax at a new home with a family who will pleasure-ride and give her a nice pasture to graze!

[@klarahoffman159]

Supporting Yvonne🌹

[@monakim7012]

💞🍀💖

[@jeanetteh.9240]

Beautiful thumbprint photo! I enjoyed getting to know Elsje, and I will miss seeing her. It must have been so hard for you to say goodbye!

[@2901nc]

Beautiful, regal inhabitants of our world. I wish that the bridle were not so restrictive- let them be free, high and proud.

[@lisajoyaslanis]

The bridle is not tight.... But the head position is teaching them better balance... Yvonne has explained this in her videos . Lisa 🇦🇺🐨👍

[@shasha738]

The decisions stud farms need to make must be hard and sad but sensible. We will miss her too. Has Uniek taken Elsje's place as herd leader? Bucking you off is a memory of her you will never forget lol Good luck Elsje in your new and loving home. Thank you ❣️

[@jenniferlehman2464]

So now one of your beautiful horses, Elsje, is living in the same place as me!! That is so exciting!! To have such a quality horse here, to bring in new blood lines to some of the Friesian Horses we have in Canada, makes me feel proud. After this virus is contained, maybe I will see her, and if I do, I will say hello and give her a scratch or two for you. Many blessings to you, your family, the barn owner and his family for continued good health. From Ontario, Canada, Jenn.

[@jackiefitzpatrick2906]

Jesus..so many dumb comments ! Else's life ...her sole purpose is to be bred over and over and over again . Period ! Six foals and counting . She didn't go to a retirement home . She's being bred again..and again .For an 11 year old mare trotting around the arena...she looked 20 years old. Beautiful horse but how many times do you breed a mare before it takes a toll physically on her. It's all about money . Stop talking like she's your best friend . You pop out 6 kids...then go to Canada and do it again . Wonderful life .

[@phoenix123392]

@@jackiefitzpatrick2906 frankly my dear i quiet agree with you, i rescued a stallion this morning and he's at my ranch with me. i have been told owner don't want him any more because hes to old to breed now. he's only 5 year's old. i will be taking her to court for cruelty to this stallion and having all horse's toke away from her. most are in foal too.

[@barbarahicks1703]

It was a treat to watch her. Nice to hear that she is in CANADA Ontario.

[@dfb8854]

Great story, and oh ran back home without you😂

[@redheadlady41]

Shevis a beautiful girl. Glad she had so many offspring to pass on her good genes. Will miss seeing her.

[@baby-boomer3693]

Lovely story! I was on a trail ride with my new horse of a few weeks. In the middle of the woods a little girl jumped in front of us from out of nowhere. Alya stopped suddenly and I went flying over her head landing hard in front of her feet. She stood there and leaned down to sniff me "what are you doing?" Lucky me! She didn't run back to the stable. My ankle was twisted. Ayla walked back with me on her back. 🙃

[@chalimiddleton8052]

You have a great horse, happy she waited for you!

[@sherrywebber4013]

What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful mare. I loved watching her & Jacobein in the fields as her filly grew up. I know she misses her old home & friends (human & Equine) but she's so sweet she's made new ones. Thank you for her story. 💓💗💕💕🥰😘👍😘

[@onthetrailkim736]

Oh, I will miss seeing her in the mare/baby pasture. She was one of my favorites! Thanks for this video.

[@normanlittle6516]

She is such a beautiful Horse, thank you for sharing her video

[@IvyWhiskeyDram]

Beautiful Elsje, so kind of you to allow her beauty to be shared.. 😉😊

[@DianeLee999]

Thank you for talking about this lovely, versatile mare. It must have been a long walk back from the woods with a bruised bottom! 🙃 💜

[@valsptsd814]

She is so lovely and has such a nice temperament. She’s level headed and confident. She will do well. Thank You.

[@Dolphin-cb9sq]

You two look fantastic together! What a beautiful team you make. Thanks for sharing. I will miss her too. God bless.

[@terrirow3461]

You have wonderful riding skills. Such a straight back!

[@KateMedland]

I live in Ontario, Canada. Beautiful place for her to come to. I know she will have a wonderful life here!

[@GSDC1965]

So Beautiful to watch you ride ♥️ I am in Ontario 🇨🇦 and I have a very good friend who is a Friesian fancier 😁 perhaps I will see her

[@SharonSharp-mn3ko]

I love Friesian horses! Yours is so beautiful!

[@CatherineS777]

Love this video♥️… thank you 😊. 🙏✝️🕊.

[@akiriith]

I'm at least glad Elsje is okay! I thought she had been ill. How sad, she had a strong personality and was always easy to find in the herd! I'll miss ya, leadmare Elsje o7 I hope you keep Jacobien for a while! She's one of my favorites alongside Lianne!

[@GodessIsisFollower]

I’m gonna miss her🙁she’s such a beautiful horse!! I am so attached to the horses in your stable!! I’m a little sad! But I wish her the very best in her new home! xoxoxo💜

[@joyceanderson8045]

She’s beautiful and I know she definitely miss you. Hope her new home brings her much happiness ❤️

[@sentatsantilis2591]

She’s such a beautiful mare & I pray she has a happy beloved life with her new family! 🙏🏻🌷🌉💜🌈

[@lauraallen2950]

I'm so happy to hear she come to Canada!

[@dalefdykstra5116]

I will miss her 🥺😩😫😥I hope her baby comes out beautiful please keep us posted hugs to all the horses I know they will miss her also 🥺🤔🤗 happiness to all 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@raraavis7782]

Good by and good luck, boss lady! May you be lead mare in your next herd, as well 😉🥕🥕🥕

[@valzik2452]

Such a beautiful mare, I'm sure she'll continue to have a good life.

[@gwendolynbrown8348]

That's not exactly sad for me. I live here in Ontario. I wish Elsje a very happy life here in Canada.❤️

[@shirleylaboy603]

She is beautiful and I'm glad she has a good home. ❤🙂

[@trjames9042]

I’ll miss Elsje and her antics! Particularly her love of food! If I recall correctly she’s the ranking mare who’s in charge. Who will step up and take her place?

[@annekeown2289]

But not bananas!

[@annekeown2289]

@@LindaEll89 Wasn't it Elsje who wouldn't eat the bananas in the 'Do Friesian horses like bananas' video? This seemed to be of particular surprise because she likes her grub.

[@musicfeign6349]

Like everyone else , almost didn't want to watch in case there was a sad ending. I had holsteiners my whole life, my last one, a mare, Eleanora, is now 23 and as old as I am. While I'll never think there is a better horse than the holsteiner, the friesian is a close second. Always admired their calm nature and somewhat " warmblood" characteristics and of course their stunning natural impulsion. Too old to take any chances on this old body, so I enjoy so much watching your videos and your personal interaction. Must say , however, Uniek is the most gorgeous beautiful friesen I've ever seen. Wow, what a stunner. Best wishes for elsje , I'm sure she will be well looked after.

[@annehansen844]

So sad you sold her😩😩 Such a beauty❤️❤️ 😍😍 But the new owners must be very happy. Hope to see more of her offsprings in the upcoming videos🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@greghammer5321]

love this video

[@robertanette]

It must be hard to be a breeder, because you can’t keep all the horses😢 I am a big fan of Elsje and I think her new owners are very lucky to have her👍🏻 But I understand, that you have to change the horses, when you breed - and maybe now you can keep Elsje’s daughter - and my no 1 horse - Jacobien 💜❤️💙😂

[@CryMeARiver63]

I pray they will give her the kind of life you gave her . She will be missed by all . She is absolutely a beautiful mover .

[@leeangus1839]

I will miss her I really love her too she is a Beautiful 🐎 good luck to the people who brought her love yous be safe and healthy

[@georgiapines7906]

I will miss seeing beautiful Elsje, and wish her good health and a long, happy life in Canada. (I bet Reintje won't miss her so much!😉) If you receive videos of her from her new home, will you please post them? All of the horses are so special to us. Thanks, Yvonne.

[@marcelasantander7457]

Yes please! If you receive videos of her ...

[@peightonstorm1053]

It must be so hard letting them go I couldn't even imagine how it breaks your heart being there for so long with them and having them leave 😥

[@dawna1952]

I’m going to miss her in the videos. She was one of my favs - always so feisty. 🐎💚

[@valerieroddy9692]

Beautiful ❤

[@angelaainsworth1715]

I’m sure Jacobsen will miss her mom; I will miss Elsje because she was a favorite!

[@lizl6232]

Sad but happy. Your farm breeds beautiful horses For the world to share. I am sure it will be a good place

[@charlesdreadful5997]

I'm glad to hear that I have a new Friesian neighbor here in Ontario. Thank you for the video......p.s. how is Klaske?

[@svkov4888]

fantastic rider, fantastic horse... TY for pleasure watching you...

[@catherinemcgowin2701]

I will miss her so much. Does she speak Canadian? She has given me many happy moments watching her and her sweet nature.

[@lisajoyaslanis]

In Canada, English and French are spoken... So I guess not! 😁🐎🌷🇳🇱

[@pavla2055]

Greetings from Ontario, Canada - that's very interesting to know that Elsja is here somewhere ! Did she go to farm west of Toronto again ? My mare threw me off once years ago also and ran like the wind back to the barn . A friend told me that he had had a horse hitched to cart that ran back to the barn and broke the door down to get in .

[@virtualselfie6899]

I should be so happy to have 7 husbands; seriously, I am just so glad she is just moving to another stable and doesn't have a health issue; guess she was eating so much all the time because she is with foal again. When I was young, about 29 yrs. old, a smart stallion threw me off with the biggest buck; it's like being in a movie; you just go with it. My stallion then just stood there and looked at me after flying through the air, as if this were a normal event for him. LOL. Youth is wasted on youth. I needed more riding lessons. As long as she is well taken care of as a brood mare and happy at the Christmas parties, many more good years to Ms. Elsje. :-D

[@sandradupuis-bosch1480]

Ontario nice. It’s green and humid. She be use to that. Breaks my heart every time yous sell a horse yous have had for awhile. But that’s what yous do for a living.. Ontario and Alberta are the two rich provinces in Canada. Your horses will do well when sold to Canada ........

[@tracycameron5099]

I live in Ontario Canada and it is a good place for horses. Thank you for the beautiful video

[@frederiekbiesma]

It is indeed sad to have to miss an animal, but inevitable if you have to make a living this way and you should be proud of your efforts to produce these beautiful animals for posterity, and with such care, dedication and responsibility. Sad, yes, for those who have looked after her, bonded with her, but not really, she is fine, she is gorgeous, and she will make her next owners extremely happy. Wish I could afford to buy one of your gorgeous charges. And wishing Elsje the best of life

[@catherinetaylor2333]

I will miss her - such a great character - suspect some of the other mares will be holding a celebration party, though, or fighting to become the new leader!

[@psw4763]

Always enjoy these videos and Elsje is beautiful. Love the new hat and glad you were okay after getting somersaulted while riding her. Is there a possibility now and then you might get pictures from new owners to show us? Just a thought.

[@rennotube]

Ohhhh it must be so hard to pass your Beautiful horses on, to sell. Thank you for sharing your horses.

[@janebethshimon]

That was a nice ride -- beautiful horse and very good rider -- well matched in the ring but not so good out on the trail, huh!!?? Haha! She's wonderful.

[@lesleymaner2851]

I pray the darling is very happy. What a sweetie

[@christineclarke4734]

She was a beautiful horse

[@MagnoliaBelle]

Elsje is such a beauty! 🖤. Oh! And nice hat😊.

[@user-ex9yq9vw2q]

I’m finally early!!!😁😁 love you guys! {edit} I have enjoyed seeing her so much! I’m glad that we’re you sold her she’ll still get loved and taken care of. (Not saying you guys didn’t you did all of it❤️)

[@miran4471]

Lieve mooie Elsje, wat zal ik haar missen, ik heb zo van haar genoten😍maar als zij gelukkig is in Ontario, dan is het goed! Dag lieve Elsje 🥕😘

[@fallbrkgrl]

It must be very hard to see them go. Thank you for sharing ❤️