BUYING A WILD MUSTANG ~ Did I WIN my favorite Auction HORSE?!

Buying a wild mustang sight unseen on the BLM internet adoption Auction!
~Will my bid be enough?
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[@annjohnson8437]

Usually, your videos are quite calming, but this one was downright stressful, LOL! There are so many cool horses to choose from. I can't wait to see which one you decide on. I really love that dark colored mare with the lighter belly. Her movement is wonderful. Good luck! ❤

[@treschats7567]

Oh, yes, I liked her too! I also liked the chestnut with the blaze that would deliver to Idaho!

[@anitahall419]

I agree. She was stunning!

[@leahnichol6665]

I believe our Clever would learn a lot from her. I find her flashy and I believe she would do well in competition if she can be trained well.

[@justinanovak8040]

Agree, stressfull….❤

[@fionawallace580]

She reminds me of Pete. Really pretty

[@maryleeswope3353]

Wow! That dark mare is fabulous and moves so nicely!!❤❤❤

[@JeffreyTorp-u3v]

Oh no, not a cliffhanger! The run up to the auction was nerve-wracking enough. Can’t wait for the next episode

[@annlidslot8212]

Hi, I know, right. It should have come with a heart attack warning. Absolutely brilliant. Yours, Ann

[@toddylu6869]

I needed a Pepcid after this video!!!!

[@Cheshyre.]

My boy came from Nevada and he's a beautiful roman headed line back bay dun. He will be 27 in January, I don't ride him. He's just a very dear friend. I remember looking his herd up several years ago and a lot of them had the lined backs, too. He's a small guy, stocky, floaty trot.

[@sleepinglioness5754]

💞 that's what friends are for

[@terryhey6730]

😂I always liked that old adage: a good horse is never a bad color😊

[@TheGypsyVanners]

Lol

[@patriciamountin9564]

I felt so sorry for the little girl with the kinked ear..she seemed really scared. I'm sure there will be some training challenges but I think I would pick her just to give her a chance. I often go for the underdog. It was exciting so thanks for another enjoyable video!

[@angelwitch25]

In my head I already called her Ms Floppy ears lol but I knew it was a longshot

[@ShelleyinBoston]

How does a horse get a wonky ear?

[@kathrynfowler9887]

@@ShelleyinBoston I have seen ears that look crumpled and folded like that when rescuing cats and dogs, the result of untreated ear infections. I imagine a bite from another horse could damage an ear, too. Perhaps other horsey people would know better than I do.

[@sunnyseacat6857]

All horses are worthy of a wonderful, caring home. Any horse CC gets is lucky and so are we.

[@joannemarshall4480]

No matter which one you decide on in 6 months you'll have them looking a like a 20 grand horse 😊❤

[@christinemurphy8862]

That dark bay mare with the sock, I love her movement! I wish I had the means and a place for her. That little chestnut is cute too!

[@SunnySunshineField]

My love is for the Unloved Plain Brown Horses out there. Nothing against the super popular flashy palomino. I see their beauty. But the Plain Brown Horses are beautiful & deserving & far less likely to get homes ❤

[@RataPerry]

I too also root for the under dog, the one that never gets picked.

[@kathrynfowler9887]

Seems like the plain brown horses are like the black dogs who get overlooked again and again in rescues and adoptions.

[@maryanngross7225]

Give me a brown horse any time!

[@TruckerChick]

I was on the edge of my seat this whole video!!😂 I'm not even a horsey person! 😂

[@anthonyolive1950]

That online bidding process is a mess! Add to that, sounds like the BLM needs to upgrade their website to eliminate the crashes.

[@aslansgirl9014]

As a professional online bidder, you should wait until the last five/ ten seconds and then put in your maximum highest bid you’re willing to pay. ✌️

[@ashb4smoke]

She said it's not unheard of for the system to crash, so I'm guessing that's why she did it the way she did.

[@lisasmith3175]

Sometimes if you bid earlier competitors withdraw their bids to find something cheaper

[@CastleMc]

But some people put in a high proxy bid fairly early in the process and out-lasted the others

[@tanyabrown9839]

That's fine if one really doesn't care if one misses out or not. One never knows how high those proxy bids are going to go. What she should do is get approval to have more than one horse and then try to go for several at once she really likes, seeing they allow people to cancel even after winning. Having ones heart set on just one is bound to lead to disappointment

[@oldbtchsgaming2858]

There is usually a lag so you don't wanna wait too long

[@skeltax3790]

I'm actually glad you didn't get that one-eared palomino; he was obviously in high demand, and honestly seemed a little "obvious" as a poster fixer-upper, seed in the rough, mustang. I personally adored the little 3 year old with the spunky trot, the fact that he only had a few late bids is a travesty. At the end of the day I hope the horse that comes into your care isn't as fractious as Scarlet (as so to provide a bit of a break as you wanted), and gets along well with the other horses in your care, (as so to make herd management even more of a delight). Love the work that you do, CC! Keep it up!

[@tanyabrown9839]

yep I really liked that 3 year old too and also was glad she didn't get the palomino.

[@lindalucey9874]

Oh! The stress! Can't imagine how you felt. Whatever horse you end up with will be a lucky, very lucky, horse.

[@Thestephouse1]

My blood pressure is too high now CC! 💕🙏🐎

[@Tam-Solo70]

That 13.2 gelding that didn’t get a bid would have been my choice

[@mamad3170]

I'm glad you didn't get the palamino. There is someone else out there who needs you!!

[@peterhodgson27]

Sorry i need to lay down after watching this, verry stressed, Peter

[@heatherklick3667]

Amen!

[@Faithsmom3]

Thank you for taking us along. Disappointing. We'll all hope for the best. I'm glad I wasn't at the auction in person...I'd bid on the all. Give all our horses a treat for us. And of course Tiny and Huckleberry. ❤❤❤

[@lorrainemiller688]

Wow, that's an incredible journey! Thank you for letting us know these horses receive great care when they are being held-- that's always been a wonder/worry for me. Best of luck from here-- there are so many lovely, deserving, animals! And, sending a little extra good luck to the horse that's on the verge of finding you!!! 🐎

[@jdaze1]

The trick to winning an online auction is to wait until the last 30 seconds to put in your last bid. If you keep putting bids in now the price will just kep going up. Wait until the last 30 or 40 seconds. Make sure you put in the highest bid you would pay so you wont be disappointed. Your highest bid doesnt mean thats what the horse will auction out at. It probably will be lower. Thats why waiting till the very end is so important. You can watch what others are bidding then make your move at the very end. But others will be doing the same and it gets crazy. So just wait till the last 30 or 20 seconds and put in a bid over the current bid showing and your final amount you would ever pay. Tips from an Ebay expert bidder! Lol. 😂. Sorry you didn't get One Ear. But keeping fingers crossed for the brown one for you! 🤞

[@tanyabrown9839]

She said that site often crashes towards the end of the auctions....so there is a good chance she may be then be able to put in a bid.

[@Squaresnake8]

Love your honest self reflection asking yourself if you really want the horse for the horse, or more for show. Integrity always shining through! Any horse that ends up in your care has hit the jackpot. Also plain bay horses are my favorite and i love your herd of little brown cowponies. ❤

[@kiminalaska9363]

I agree. That self reflection that was shared was very telling about CC as a person. We all need to asl ourselves those kind of questions.

[@JP-kw7hs]

This video is so well done - you truly are a very Clever CG. Appreciate you and all you do.

[@LeahNess-t7o]

I liked the mare with the back white foot.❤❤

[@lkhfun6575]

I will be watching no matter what Mustang you bring home or none at all. Best of luck!

[@SharonP8356]

Ok my eyeballs 👀 were glued to this video...and I am (not) patiently waiting to see which lucky Mustang is coming home with you...please do another video TOMORROW!!!! 😂❤😂❤😂

[@coweenuh453]

Right?!? A nail biter!!! Lol

[@mels7735]

Don’t be too bummed CC, everything happens for a reason ❤

[@georgiaanderson4483]

Dang this auction made nervous for you 😬 it was fun watching how you did it.

[@ingridbond3432]

The level of attention to detail you bring to your story development makes the video feel - at least to me - as though I myself experienced the process and excitement almost like - I was the one viewing/bidding on MY next horse. SO enjoyable! Thank you!! :)

[@april5666]

Exactly. So well said. :)

[@tonyincs]

Don't know anything about horsemanship, but I thumbs up and comment to support you Cowgirl. Thoroughly enjoy your videos. You have a big heart!

[@kiminalaska9363]

Auction bidding with no consequences is ridiculous. How can you plan? I was stressed watching the premiere and almost just as stressed watching the replay. I hope you are able to bring home a mustang. Thanks for the video

[@nogames8982]

These kind of auctions drive me insane. Everybody jumps on the flashy horses and completely ignores. The plain brown ones are base, etc. They’re just paying for color. Drives me insane. I hate that.

[@NM-ub6ml]

I love a brown .. sny shade of chestnut really or a bay. Bays are gorgeous. They look so shiny when they are well cared for

[@bthe1doright462]

I learned the hard way that bidding on anything online is stressful. I sold things on ebay for a bunch of years and during my first purchase via auction - I was the lone bidder for 3 days on a small silver charm I wanted to purchase as a gift - - - No One Else Was Bidding and I Didn't Know To Stay In View Of the Auction for the Key Last Minutes of It - and Someone Swooped In a Bid Literally a Penny Over Me and I Lost My Chance at that Perfect Charm Gift ! You HAVE TO BE ON THERE WATCHING AT THE FINAL MOMENTS AND See What / Who Pops Suddenly On Scene to Have That Last Minute Chance to UP Your BID and Take Home the Prize ! Best Luck to You On Your Fave Picks. Anyone Who Gets To Come Home To You IS A GONNA BE A WINNER ! X0

[@sharonp6762]

Fascinating to watch and learn. What beautiful animals. I hope you do get one, as that horse would be under the best of care and training. Thank you!

[@carlac4407]

I really prefar it when you are going to a regular auction. You can safe the life of a horse that otherwise will go to the kill pen, but I do hope that you get the mustang you desire.

[@tanyabrown9839]

I'm hoping you get a brown horse. Some of those brown horses were moving so beautifully. People often over look brown horses but I think they are just as beautiful and any horse with good conformation looks great.

[@SunnySunshineField]

❤❤❤

[@cherylmillard2067]

I totally get this obsession, when I was looking for a Belgian Malinois, I had one browser dedicated solely for Malinois searching and had pages open for every rehoming site and shelters within driving distance. Every day I browsed those sites four or five times a day spending hours on them. After nine months of looking, I finally found Maxine, a special needs Malinois because of an owner induced bite record. The right horse will come along when you least expect.

[@kathyschreiner4852]

Wow, what a lot of stress as you tried to figure out your strategies! We all will be on pins & needles until you tell us who the lucky horse is.

[@A_Brown4]

The 3yo mare was my favorite and I so hope she is the one you get. Her coloring and movement is captivating.

[@johannakuster1564]

The hoese with the damaged ear....I had so much hope you get this nice little soul....

[@peggyann5735]

Your ❤ is so generous that I feel sure that you will care deeply for whichever you ultimately bring home!

[@nikkirutland9814]

What a beautiful horse...He only has one ear, he is truly blessed if he is now yours...🐎

[@aimeew.5945]

What a roller coaster! The right horse will come to you 💖

[@w056007568]

The agony of trying to buy something like a horse in this situation is truly difficult as the whole situation is playing with your emotions - you have my sympathy in trying to cope with this mess / muddle. I do think that the bidding / purchase system they use is far too confusing and lacks clarity for potential buyers.

[@marieclaudeb.2366]

So sad to see the stress put on these wild animals

[@gemm6343]

Very good comment here!

[@mariochshaw]

Ugh your killing me , I thought I'd see a new horse today. Lol Be Blessed with who ever you get. It's a Really nice thing you do

[@ashtonsawesomeaussieanimal2133]

Same

[@mlwtennessee322]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I was surprised at how interested I was in the process. And so stressed! BTW, I like the music that you've been using. Always a fan!

[@carolwright7503]

Sometimes I don't recognise the horses from a distance so a bit of color is nice..and I wasn't raised with horses so their movement style still baffles me. Thank you for always sharing their names.. reminding me ...Just so like your channel. I still like the lower bid horses. The one with the bent ear If she had trauma there..what a challenge to get her to chose or allow you to put a halter on her? So much to learn and glad you change them little by little. Love Ziggy having a friend too. Love your herd♡ I am so glad you and your husband have your life there with all your Earthings☆♡☆

[@DelenaLearns]

I know nothing about horses. Thanks for being so informative and darn right interesting. This was so cool to watch.

[@LiSa.N.J]

This bidding and "sniping" had me thinking I was watching and auction on a game I play online. Horse Reality lol Crossing fingers on that other one you are watching. Good Luck. Stay safe...and stay Warm!

[@wordreet]

I now know I'll never bid on an animal online! I've never even thought of it anyway. When I retire in 4 to 5 years, I'll be getting a dog or dogs or cat/cats, and they'll deffo be from a rescue. 😁

[@pretzel2272]

👍❤

[@chicgeekery]

I really like the last little guy who only had one bid, even though others were downright gorgeous! Hope you get a new buddy to bring home soon.

[@TheWittyTravelers]

Cliff hanger 😂 I hope you end up with a second chance!!! ❤

[@neilchalmers7753]

Even with one ear, still a good looking horse. I'm watching from Tasmania Australia

[@Livinginmyowntimezone-tb5ig]

(I’ve only been to Tassie once but I fell deeply in love with your little state and the people there! 💕)

[@annavonsee4307]

Another Tassie girl here!

[@Agapanthah]

At 15:32, the sweet mare looks like an ombre color - dark with lighter undercarriage...omg she is gorgeous! Now to watch the rest of the video. :)

[@carolbulmer8253]

Thank you, C.C., for sharing this on-line horse auction. I would have had trouble choosing a horse too. It’s too bad that you didn’t get that palomino, but that little brown horse looks good😊

[@Livinginmyowntimezone-tb5ig]

Actually my favorite, other than the Palomino, was the 3 year old brown mare. I was kind of hoping you would switch your bid to her. I thought she was so beautiful. I’m so glad she finally got a bid on her. So sorry that things didn’t work out for you on this auction. I hope you find a great opportunity soon. In the mean time - it looks like my favorites of Stewy and Ziggy will be staying!!!

[@tgawron2233]

This was stressful watching this video! I hope you end up getting a horse!

[@kayhenry6293]

This was certainly a nail biter! I would have a hard time picking one also.

[@budnspud]

I loved that 3 year old mare. Any horse you pick up will be well loved and taken care of.

[@ДиджейПьян]

Great thanks from Russia for such a detailed, structured layout of american adoption system, it 's exepcionally interesting! And pronunciation and language is amaizing! Thank you very much!

[@Lovesapuzzle]

This online auction is too nerve racking for me. The in-person mustang auction you showed in a previous video is more my speed. I'm still thinking about that dark chestnut mare from that video that no one bid on. She was beautiful.

[@margaretasaarenpaa4239]

The dark mare looks just like my first horse back in the 70's. Her name was Lill-Guett. She was the sweetest girl.

[@sandybowers5085]

Love you CC❣️I love seeing the process of bidding on mustangs❣️I know whatever decision you make will be the best one❤Your channel brings me so much joy❣️

[@emilylackey3840]

I just get so excited when a new CC video comes out!

[@CK9mum]

Holy moly that was stressful to watch! CC, I cannot imagine what you were going through. I hope you're able to grab one of these beautiful horses, but if not, you will have many other opportunities ahead. Thanks for sharing this experience with us.

[@christinakara278]

wonderful horses-im voting for ms white sock🍀

[@biddydibdab9180]

CC you did an amazing job of conveying your stress to us. By the end of the video I was sweating and stressing too. Can’t wait to see the result!

[@artofmisi]

Aww, I was hoping you'd get the palomino, they're my favorite horses ❤ but I am just as excited for anyone else you bring along, it's going to be a pleasure to watch a new horse's evolution! They could not be anywhere better than with you 😊

[@claireleone]

WOW😮 .... So many and all of them deserve there own shiny new pet human and home . The palamino is beautiful seems odd he hasnt gone . This is just stressful CC 😂 , and your voice is so calm , were all sweating 😅

[@MarieHayden-hm2uo]

Well they are all so beautiful knowing how much you care look after them I have no doubt they would all be in great shape in years time .. .... if it's not meant to be , keep your money and the spring sales will be some thing to look forward to ...

[@peggycarey5057]

Great, heart pounding video for all the right reasons!! Best of luck to you and whichever horse is lucky enough to get to go home with you!!!!

[@congomali]

Always choose with your heart, your heart makes no mistakes, your brain/ mental does !!

[@Squaresnake8]

My heart lies to me all the time, so does my brain! But, my gut never lies.

[@congomali]

@@Squaresnake8 I agree, I mentioned the heart, but it includes intuition and guts feeling 💚

[@sleepinglioness5754]

Anticipation! What you've been through ... anxiety and probably sleepless nights. Too bad about the Palomino. What a process. Not only complicated and time consuming, but it's nerve-racking!! We await the results of your never ending determination, CC. Thanks for showing and including us in this incredible journey. Can't wait. (ps: that was a spectacular video,CC....really professionally done)

[@april5666]

Yes. CC’s video game just keeps going up and up and up I am so impressed with her subtle musical choices. The climbing tension paired with the last few minutes of the auction added so much to the rising tension of the situation.

[@sleepinglioness5754]

@@april5666 👍

[@lesliegreen9944]

Phew! The stress! I’m waiting with baited breath for the climax.

[@AmandaFromAcrossThePond]

😮😮 I was on the edge of my seat 😂

[@christa2252]

Glad to hear that you are a fan of Sand Springs mustangs! I just got one in July and I'm so excited to hear all the good things about them!

[@jillmo3846]

Well done on the video production and editing!! 😂. Total cliffhanger with a clear favorable ending. Perfect hook!!

[@randomviking8676]

That was too stressful. I'm going to go and re-watch an older video of your other horses that still need your help, love, guidance and attention. ❤

[@PaulaR-mp9di]

Oh, I loved the dark buckskin with the stripe and the seal brown mare at the bottom of the page. I hope you get the horse you want!

[@complexpixel5297]

17:47 absolutely stunning Mares!

[@KathleenZacharias-ml8il]

I was on the edge of my seat the entire time! 🕊️❤️🍀

[@trutumyman8853]

🎉 I'm so excited I made it to the video on the same day that it aired. 🎉 Thank You very much for your wonderful content that fills my heart with so much joy. You are absolutely beautiful and amazing 🎉💯♥️🤗🤩😍🌹. From Diane De La Cruz in Ojai CA.

[@JV-pj7dz]

Hi CC! I remember this guy. He's beautiful! Crossing my fingers that you're showing him to us because you won the bid. In 27 minutes I'll be watching you from Pennsylvania.

[@sterlingsiam]

The suspense was killing me! I, too, am in love with the dark mare with the lighter belly. Good luck with finding your next baby.

[@janesmith5871]

I'm liking the ones that you liked who didn't get bid on. It would be so fun to bring them along and see them mature! They are all pretty nice movers.

[@ellietobe]

As a child it was my heart’s desire to own a Palomino.

[@terryt.1643]

Me, too! I never did have a horse but that was my dream as a young girl. With my osteoporosis all I can enjoy this is now from afar.

[@Livinginmyowntimezone-tb5ig]

Me too!

[@bronwyntaylor7377]

What I luv about your channel is you don’t hide from the things that just don’t work out.

[@sonja437]

I’m excited to see who you get to bring home. I love all of them.

[@suzystone244]

Hi Clever. Buying mustangs. What a BIG candy store❤❤❤

[@alisacody3624]

Oh my gosh! What a beautiful horse! 🥰❤️😍

[@katjordan3733]

Oh that bay! I'm in love! Too much horse for an old woman, but he's so pretty!

[@carolpridgeon8200]

OMG😱. This was so stressful. I was so touched by your desire to pick up the palemino with just one ear. What a kind girl you are. My words are not flowing...I just love you CC..and my heart was pounding during that whole video. I love your vulnerability and honesty. That and the warm and caring approach you have to all of your animals, is why I keep coming back. Namaste' from Humboldt County, California.

[@candicerunyon2762]

While not quite as stressful, I understand. During CVD, we were trying to adopt another female dog for myself. Every time I found one that suited us, over the course of 18 months, they would be gone before we could go and meet them. Finally after two years, a rescue we had adopted from prior, called and said we had first dibbs on a beautiful little girl I had sent an application for. She is my darling now and very pampered. But it was very frustrating waiting that long. I hope you get the one you really want. Best wishes. 👍

[@toddylu6869]

I know we are talking horses but when we got our Irish Wolfhound we didn’t care about the specifics we just wanted a puppy. My husband did a lot of research online. He kept seeing this one judge of IW over and over. He contacted her. She knew of a litter in PA ( we are in MS). She (in GA)had the sire and she knew about the quality of this one litter. We asked only for a male. She picked up his twins one male and one female… and our puppy and brought him from PA to GA. We went over and picked him up. I tease my Saxon we got the MS red neck of the 9 puppies. His two brothers have gone on to win Best in Breed at Westminster. It blows my mind. We just lucked out and bought the sweetest best Wolfhound ever. He doesn’t win titles but he looks exactly like the ones who do. He is a prized family member and loved. Sometimes magic happens like Scarlet and Ziggy and the other CC horses. They just end up where and when they are needed and the rest is history. But yes this video WAS HIGH DRAMA… and the plot thickens…

[@nogames8982]

If you don’t get caught up on color and you’re not going for flash, there are some great plain colored horses out there that just get ignored. I hope you get one of them.

[@SunnySunshineField]

❤❤❤

[@lindaed3594]

Oh CC, this video made me feel quite teary…& stressed. Still teary as l type. Thank you for sharing it & part of your journey. Knowing what a kind, caring, proficient horsewoman you are, just the thought of one of these horses NOT finding a home with you is quite frankly 😢😢😢. I think it’s so wrong people can retract their bids. Lots of unnecessary stress & complication-confusion that way. I hope you are successful in bringing one home. It will have won the lottery being sold to you ❤❤❤ I look forward to the update. Thank you for being you💝💖💖

[@tommy-ij9nd]

You’re killing me….I bought a motorcycle off EBay 20 years ago and your video brought back all the stress I went through trying to get it. I don’t buy on EBay anymore for exactly that reason, I hate the stress and feeling of disappointment if I don’t win the bidding. Can’t wait to see what horse you wound up with.

[@Squaresnake8]

The internet auction is so stressful! Hopefully you'll be offered a 2nd chance on another one of your picks.

[@Wildhareequinecenter]

Analysis paralysis. My mother used to say: you can afford it or you can’t. You need not or you don’t. It fits or it doesn’t. She had a way of simplifying things. Better luck next time

[@nicsxnin6786]

Maybe subconsciously she realizes she has plenty of horses needing work already. Prim needs to be finished and in a good home not just hanging out in a paddock. The others have issues that will take time keep her hands full. I wish she would show herself working with horses she has rather than buy another.