This HORSE was sold 4 times in a year! 😳 Can he be fixed?

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

Since there are a bunch of snarky comments about my very well trained working dog…Huckleberry is NOT chasing Gus when he is being lunged. He is simply following him. Gus is not bucking because he is afraid of anything he is in mental turmoil from prolonged physical pain. Thanks for coming to my Ted Talk! 😉

[@artemisXsidecross]

Blame and accusations are signs of misunderstandings taken to the limit of an incomplete assessment. ☮

[@judyhathcoat7853]

Huckleberry the DESTROYER . . . said nobody ever. . . . 🤭

[@HorseLady1109]

I didn’t think he was. He’s been around horses for too long to do that. I’m sure he knows better.

[@lizpetruzzi7700]

“Stupid is as stupid does….that’s what my mama always used to say” - Forrest Gump

[@clare4083]

👏WELL SAID CC

[@april5666]

OMG, Lil'Gus's story is breaking my heart. He is one lucky little horse to have landed in your lap. You are truly a horsewhisperer of the highest order -- your compassion and innovation are boundless. I salute you CC. Thank you for sharing LG's history.

[@septarian_beauty]

Yep, lucky Gus!

[@k-lo0007]

Great job. Great story. You are an amazing trainer👊❤️

[@jenh9361]

Lady, you're an absolute miracle to all of these misunderstood beauties... Your heart is so big and beautiful 😍 ❤🤩 ❤❤❤ They thank you, and we thank you... 😊

[@carolwright7503]

Love the words 're start'. The progress is wonderful to see. Those memories are replaced💝🙏👏

[@janetlohmann3338]

I hope you never let Little Gus go. Such a moving story.

[@Dressault]

It's so interesting how the storm allowed Gus to finally see you and your good intentions.

[@lauradorr6558]

I thought so too, the storm brought on a shift and sometimes storms in life do that

[@elizabethmurphy7657]

I found this interesting, also~~ "

[@carolpridgeon8200]

Omg, girl, I had to stop the video because at the point where that beautiful creature started to lay his head down all at once I was sobbing big sobs. You are doing more than healing the horses you work with, which is monumental, but you are healing life everywhere with your big heart and bravery. Namaste'

[@elsymonroy1988]

I agree. CC is raising the vibrational energy of the world for the better!!! GOD BLISSINGS CC!!

[@gracelewis6071]

I sobbed at this point in the video too. Just beautiful ❤

[@chimera7521]

Sensitive horses in the hands of impatient/incompetent trainers really struggle to understand what is asked of them and end up labeled dangerous when actually they can be some of the most athletic responsive horses around.

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

Absolutely!

[@pedigreeann]

@@TheCleverCowgirl The great Thoroughbred racehorse and stallion Fair Play (1905) had sensitive skin and his grooms in the US understood that. But his owner took him to Britain to in order to run against the best there and somewhere along the way an unfamiliar groom was assigned to him; he used the old-style handful of hay and strong pressure method on Fair Play's coat. From that time on, the stallion didn't trust humans very much. He didn't race in Britain, went back home and stood at stud, with a reputation for being a hard-to-handle, even dangerous horse.

[@charlii007]

It's unfortunate to because a lot of those horses end up going to the knackery for dog meat etc!! The last couple of videos I've just watched have all been young horses too so makes me wonder also if it's the old... Oh look why don't we by this 2 yr old for our 4yr old kid they can grow up together!!!! OH BROTHER!! The amount of times I heard that over the years I was involved riding and training and competing I just wanted to whack term over the head! My point sorry got off topic chemo brain...... If these poor horses that are so frightened and shut down are so because of idiots who think they can handle young horses that in the end you have to unravel everything hoping to get to the bottom of where it all went wrong then try to gain his trust again and show him that you really can be trusted Behar because Lord knows he don't trust anyone that has 2 legs and walks upright!! Hope that made sense, but you have done such a wonderful job in doing exactly that and getting a horse back to himself and being able to trust..... Cheers sorry so long hope you can understand my ramble!!! Lol 😂

[@chimera7521]

It is amazing how much he has changed with time and patience. ❤

[@sue2611]

I love this. You get a mule because you know your friend will want him, and you buy a horse to keep the mule company on the way home. You're my kind of people.

[@matilijapoppy1140]

🩵🕊️

[@deborahpalmer8298]

What she said❣️ My younger sister is exactly the same. I'm always in awe of people who dedicate their lives to enriching the lives of these majestic creatures 🐎

[@DebbieAppelhans]

Thank God for recuse beautiful horses 🐎 🙏 🙌 living life's ❤️ matters to all beautiful animals please keeping the beautiful horses needs to stay in their best friend forever home ❤beautiful family members ❤️horses 🐎 horses 🐎 living life matters Thank God bless 🙌 you all humanity animals life's matter ❤️

[@TracyTHeath]

Mine too❤❤❤ love it!

[@sandyschneider6792]

❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉

[@artemisXsidecross]

Your skill with horses and other animals is further enhanced by your ability to use time and patience as an ally. As a 80 year old with autism I see your abilities as a clear mark of difference from most others in your field. It is a pleasure to witness your work.

[@SunnySunshineField]

beautifully said ❤

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

Thank you! ❤️

[@aleb_equine]

most impressive ❤️ keep it up cowgirls

[@michelecraig9658]

And it always strikes me that I wish people would treat each other with the patience and care of good horse trainers.

[@DarrinsDaffs]

@artemisXsidecross, Little Gus’s early repetitive movements immediately reminded me of some autistic spectrum behaviors. Additionally, his emotional self-protection, from being relocated multiple times, is similar to the emotional profile of many children in the welfare system😢. In my 67 years, I’ve learned that, above all else, consistency in how one treats others (2, 4 legged and winged) builds confidence, security and trust.❤

[@bluejay3333]

You are truly blessed with a gift for understanding a horses behavior!! I’m 75 and still miss so much the adventures I had with my thoroughbred horse, Royal. He was always so kind and gentle. I really admire your dedication to these horses.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💖

[@songololo-pt4qr]

He presented like a child with Attachment disorder and lots of trauma responses. Five homes and lots of abuse would certainly do that!! He is so lucky you found him and giving him all the care and strategies to recover. Your work with these traumatised horses is wonderful.❤

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

Yup, he is not the first horse I’ve seen like this either 😔

[@tiasims7737]

I was thinking the same thing about a trauma response. playing with the hay net struck me as being OCD. I have my bouts with it too.

[@gudulejermish9548]

Oui, trauma, c'est exactement ce que j'ai vu et mon coeur était serré : tant de détresse. C'est beau de voir l'apaisement et la relation de confiance s'installer.

[@jimeboyd3226]

He is definitely hurting , but it might be mental. I bought a mare , several years ago , that acted similar , too this horse . We just let her alone in the pasture for about a year, or so. She slowly came around and she made a great little horse for my son . She had a couple of beautiful colts .

[@roxanner8]

These stories make me sad. How people treat animals. Thank GOD for the good ones

[@TheSuzberry]

I’m glad Lil Gus found this Cowgirl.

[@deannadeason1850]

Amen my friend Amen

[@isezit]

Praise God for these rescuers!!! Bless each one , bring the right horse to the right rescuer, bless the rescuers with finances to minister to the horses , assign angels to execute the plan you have Lord, to save and heal each animal I body and soul! In the name of Jesus, AMEN❤

[@terryt.1643]

CC gives me hope for humanity.

[@FLR1131]

Hopefully you hang on to lil Gus- he’s been passed around enough.

[@LoveThoseTunes11]

It's a small thing, but I like the way you say that you "ask" the horses for something instead of "telling" them.

[@jenh9361]

Absolutely... Animals need to be allowed to decide how they follow our lead versus being forced to comply!!! This is how I chose to train our spaniel... she's very easygoing and does not disappoint! Animals unconditionally love us and want to please us... Being patient with them while they learn is key to this type of training... CC is spot on with her training... ❤❤❤❤❤

[@matilijapoppy1140]

🩵🕊️

[@AsktheJudge-xm3ty]

That's not a small thing, that's a big thing!

[@georgiaanderson4483]

You did a great job on little Gus. It take time for Gus to calm his nerves but with your help he made it. Yahoo ‼️ 😊

[@jeannieotb8491]

amazing work.,well done for persevering with him.,He is so lucky to have you. xxx

[@eilenekellogg-ki2br]

Somebody abused that horse terribly.

[@jensz9360]

Its disgusting really. That horse just needs a chance with loving people....real horse people.

[@R1g0rM0RT15]

He probably was abused into being a bucking horse for rodeo practice or something.

[@ZebaKnight]

I'm not a crier, but... Both Little Gus's story and your part in it brought tears to my eyes. I'm so glad that Little Gus is safe now.

[@jillp3761]

The idea of what COULD have happened to Little Gus if he had gone through another auction dismayed me. So glad you had. 'Eyes to See' and saved him.

[@lizzieb6311]

@@jillp3761 yes…. Certainly he would have gone “there” 🥺 What an incredible transformation.

[@llott319]

PTSD... whoever broke him was most likely very rough and abusive. Thank you kind lady for rescuing him and being so patient with him. God bless you 💗

[@johnmclain3485]

broke isn't such a good term... "breaking" a horse was used a handful of years ago because it involved breaking down the horse's spirits until it literally cannot fight back and does everything it's told to out of fear. This process involved whips, physical force and just isnt a good term. "Starting" is a better term, but in this situation, (where the horse was abused) I dont think it could be called starting because it seems to be so abusive. I'm not being rude about this, but if a well-educated good trainer is training a horse, they could get offended if you call their training "breaking" of their horse :)

[@mousiebrown1747]

Thank you so very much for all the recent posts. May your grass grow tall & sweet but never hide gophers or badgers ! ❤️

[@pretzel2272]

Beautifully said 😊❤

[@squirrelknits]

@mousiebrown1747 - that is a lovely blessing ❤and CC and her herd certainly deserve it -- her horse's stories remind me of when I was young and reading Black Beauty made me cry buckets... Nowadays, the only thing @TheCleverCowgirl does which makes me 😢 is premiere videos without warning 🤣 I kept checking the channel to see if there were any upcoming premieres -- is that notification a member feature?

[@SunnySunshineField]

Love this! ❤

[@candaceb.7268]

@@pretzel2272😅

[@matilijapoppy1140]

🩵🕊️

[@tikitinatv1420]

I am a city girl; RN. I know nothing about horses. I do know what compassion looks like. Somehow, I meandered onto your channel. I love your journaling. You are precious. I am learning so much. Not only that it as if watching your “nursing” care of horses is somehow healing to this RN. All I can say is Thank You. Thank you for helping these creatures and thank you for helping my mind. ❤

[@Sun-Soul]

✨💛✨

[@Respect-All13]

Thank you for being a compassionate RN. In 2007 I died unexpectedly from undiagnosed long qt syndrome and went into a month coma. I was at my Dr office by miracle getting a check up and felt fine when I fell over in front of them. Given no hope bc no brain activity for 3 days and they couldn't figure out why I kept dying. 11times we know of. Miracle #2 the best long qt specialist wanted to come home and saw me and knew immediately what it was , I shocked everyone by waking and knowing people but had to relearn everything. Spent month in TBI program and so I've been thru the ringer bc my TBI caused many problems and saw so many Drs. I don't know what has happened but in the last 10 years docs and medical folks treat people like a number and not a person. I think it's over booking and not enough staff. I've been hospitalized many times and caught nurses giving me meds that are clearly on my severe allergy list. Rude, hateful, no time, then you get a nurse like you and it makes a huge difference in anxiety levels while fighting for your life. I really appreciate all in the medical field that are there for the right reasons. Thank you! Also it's my opinion nurse practitioner and RN are much smarter than doctors. I've never had to explain what long qt or autonomic dysfunction is to a nurse but my word docs look so confused when I tell them those two of my diagnosis. This is why my PCP will always be a nurse practitioner! Thank you. You are appreciated.💙🪽

[@celebkiriedhel]

Lil Gus sounds like he's a smart boy, who's suffered from people who didn't understand what he needed. So pleased that you got him and gave him the love and treatment he needed. No wonder that you have trouble getting cross with him when he is cheeky and confident. He's made such improvement in your care.

[@sanibel3]

autospell? 🙃 We know what you meant, it’s ok.

[@wfs000]

By and large the horses have positive personalities. They tend to not be fearful around CC

[@celebkiriedhel]

@@sanibel3 Thanks so much ! I have fixed the terrible autospell.

[@LiliWynne]

Hi! I feel a real sense of your compassion for horses. I don't think people understand the level of mental abuse horses suffer at the hands of human beings. Thank you for you patience with this cutie. He was not having a good life before he met you!!! You are amazing ❤

[@christinematton4125]

Sounds like poor Gus had no one looking out for him until you came along 😂 Thank you for your kindness, knowledge and interest in fixing all the WRONG that these poor horses have been through. By the way it's because you love them that it's hard to move them along...I wouldn't be able to ❤

[@cjdinc5567]

❤

[@kymlouise]

I’m a new subscriber from Australia, I’m 64 & I’ve been around horses my entire (I’ve ridden since I was 2 years old) life & I am clinical psychologist & I have specialised in positive behaviour support with people with developmental disabilities. I really love your approach with your horses, it is very much my philosophy; we compete in English horse shows & dressage. Your approach appears to be based upon identifying each horse’s environmental contributors of behaviour (pain, fear,routines, illness etc). One of our horses twirls whatever he can, that behaviour has almost disappeared since we treated his ulcers, although he still twirls occasionally-twirling appears to me to be a form of “stimming” (self stimulation) to self soothe his anxiety. Love to you from Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺

[@joycemorrell1293]

I think dressage puts a lot of mental stress on a horse to be perfect. Some horses enjoy this, others dislike it. Dressage horses seem to have a lot of health issues especially with emotional and mental stress. Human perfectionism is not something a horse naturally understands. They want freedom, ability to move around as they wish and as little pressure as possible. They want to associate with other horses in a natural way. But they are usually confined in a stall alone, or ridden with no choice of how they move, or when. They are prisoners even though they are pampered, like birds in a gilded cage. They are often highly bred and intelligent which makes all this worse for them. No wonder they get ulcers and have behavior issues.

[@Gothikah]

Gus is such a lucky boy to have such a patient and understanding owner!

[@jaydee.4388]

So nice to see the patience and persistance you had with him. I can imaging he might have also been abused by some short tempered ignorant people who had him before as well. And exposed to those old abusive ways of "breaking" a horse to full exhaustion and maximum fear. Thank you for being so kind and understanding with him. ❤

[@elainelear4982]

Lil Gus is a lovely previously misunderstood pumpkin. I'm glad you have him now.

[@silverkiss37]

I cried. Thank you for helping him and showing him what love really is. He needed it. ❤

[@GwynMcIntosh-k4v]

Oh wow!!!! It fills me with joy that you give unhappy horses a chance to shine. How many others don’t get that chance😘

[@jules8299]

I love the mental and physical glow ups on her horses. It's always cones down to impatient individuals who are in too big of a hurry to "finish" their horses. So many are discarded through no fault of their own. CC is a good role model.

[@Stretch-xd3ed]

5 homes in 1 year that would screw up anyone not to mention how they might have treated him. The love and patience you showed him as well as the stability you provided he would be a totally different horse. Like everything in life you get out what you put in. Gus is yours. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kailand3056]

Lil Gus’s story is heartbreaking - sensitive young horses like him need a compassionate trainer who can pick up on the subtle cues that are the key to understanding the horse’s behavior. Your horses are lucky because you aren’t trying to turn a quick profit on selling them.

[@hartlecut]

Every problem horse should have someone with the patience and skill that you brought to him.

[@sharondyott6510]

Gus just showed the world that every animal needs understanding and patience to shine Bright. He met you at the right time. 😊🐕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾😊🐾😊🐾😊😊💕🐾💕😊💕🐾💕😊

[@peggyrawley4589]

I'm glad u saved both of them. World needs more like you

[@niepieisme9830]

Gus is a good horse. It just took a clever cowgirl to figure him out. Also, that was a beautiful shot with the rainbow.

[@onesiewarrior]

Gus was suffering from PTSD. thank you for working with him. you are a beautiful soul CC! ❤

[@jennifercockrill6356]

The work you do on your farm in Montana influences the work I do on my farm in Washington. I love that you use KZbin to help horses all over the world, through the example of your knowledge, your kindness, your understanding and your compassion for all equines. Thanks, Clever Cowgirl, you are my hero again today.

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@KarinKratzl]

You always give so much information about your horses and your experience about horses just in these short videos. Thank you! You are a wonderful blessed horsewoman. Greetings from Austria

[@ILuvHorses-ny1sv]

Yay…lil Gussy. This will be interesting. All your horses have such rich personalities. I love how you encourage them to live their best lives ❤

[@peregrination3643]

Awe, nothing like taking the time to work with a horse that mostly needs someone who can give time and patience. My first fella was like that. Best use of horse time.

[@judyhathcoat7853]

Lil Gus the aspiring rodeo star (and previously damaged goods) is now a criminal. He and ringleader Stewie are the Breakout Boys! That conversation, the two of them had outside the fence is absolutely hilarious. 😂 That lil mule is a doll.

[@mandyleeson1]

I call this boy a traumatised horse. You are wonderful. Thank you so much for your kindness and patience.

[@pretzel2272]

Poor Little Gus, the repetitive compulsory behaviour is so heartbreaking 😢 It is wonderful to see him now, being his healthy, mischievous and happy self 😍. I also adore that you learned how to treat him, you are amazing! 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆❤❤❤❤❤

[@garthtagge3526]

I think there are a lot of horse owners who could benefit from watching your videos. I don't do social media so I really can't spread the word but I'll share your name with the horse owners I know. Happy Trails!!!

[@ajmoo8872]

All any animal needs is love and patience. You came and brought him a new lease in life. Bless you x

[@cherylannsovine8832]

Little Gus is one lucky boy ❤. It’s really heartbreaking to think of all the horses who fall into the hands of people who don’t know enough or care enough to help them. 😢

[@wildthunderbird]

Thank you Clever Cowgirl for the story of little Gus and your compassion and enduring patience with these abused horses. I'm sending little Gus lots of healing love vibes! May all your✨ dreams and wishes✨ be fulfilled a million fold❤️😊❤️✨

[@GillEvans-r4z]

I was amazed to watch this video! A week ago, a storm worked to radically change my rescue horse as well! I've had him 4 months. In 30 minutes, both of us side by side in the stable doorway, (he was free to leave) sheltering from a very big thunder & lightning storm & torrential hail & rain, he went from being a totally tense, over reactive 3 yr old to a trusting & much calmer person. He had been in several homes before, was starved, & like yours, had deeply fearful experiences of pain-associated training of several very different kinds & a savage bit. He has scar tissue from bits & saddles. He was constantly on the edge of flight or fight, jumped fences, broke through switched off e-tape, was aggressive with my ponies. He would follow me loose & lead, but was unsafe to be near outside the small yard if I asked for a few steps of circling. I think, in the stable he finally realised I had no intention of causing him harm, & that he could disassociate me from 'training' situations. I was content to lean on the doorway, giving slow blinks & soft breaths, offering calm companionship while he munched with a relaxed low neck. I think he finally felt safe. I've been searching for ages for a video about a horse with my boy's behaviour, & it's astonishing that you have had the same experience with a storm. Many thanks for sharing it, & for all the patience you have helping equines.

[@carolpridgeon8200]

One more comment, I love your audience!! Everyone's comment is so beautifully expressed and tender. There are so many many beautiful caring people in the world and it is a pleasure to have found you Clever Cowgirl. And as one commenter stated, "you have a hard time letting them go because you love them. " So true. Namaste'

[@artemisXsidecross]

I enjoy reading the comments as well. Horses and caring people do make for good conversation.

[@kadams5889]

I love all these comments too, and seeing how many people understand the depth of love and meaning horses have!! ❤

[@randallparker8477]

One of my uncles bought a 1.5 year old Appaloosa that "someone" had mistreated starting when he was a foal. My uncle just had 5 horses, 6 after the Appy, never worked with them much, if they weren't broke they would just be pasture art for his little 35 acre "ranch". They were well fed, and well maintained by the vet. He did ride his favorite retired cutting horse in parades etc, but none of his others got a lot of playtime or worktime. The appy was named Snake, he had a front blaze that was s shaped. He was a short at 1.5 years but a solidly stocky quarter horse. It took me 6 weeks to halter break him. I put a soft rope halter on him and just walked around and he followed me. I clipped up a lead and hung it around his neck, he followed me everywhere. I took the lead one day and started to walk, at first he followed but then he stopped and the lead got tight. WAHOO! that was the day the work began. He bucked and kicked and jumped like a demon was on his back. He did that for about a week every time the lead got tight. I started walking next to him holding the halter and he was fine. On the next vet visit I was talking to him about the behavior, and he examined the appys head and jaws. We put him at the vets stables and they took xrays. He had a poorly healed jaw and nose fracture. "Someone" had beaten this guy probably when he was very young. The vet treated him with Bute and I had my uncle buy a sheepskin halter. No more problems. He took to the lead, and learned to accept a bit, never even flinched when saddled and my younger cousin trained with him for barrel racing. They did great. Sorry for the long story but your story brought back memories. God Bless you for your patience. They all don't come to us perfect. But all deserve love and kindness.

[@jeanninepeters3068]

I am a navy brat therefore never grew up w ith animals;my mom said toocruel and irresponsible(as we transferred every 2 years). The only animals i was exposed to were attack German Shepard and Dobermans (terrifying).BUT i always loved reading about animals;think”incredible journey”,”white fang” “pit poney”.it was something about their increadible need to survive and be with their family. In my long way ,i am saying thankyou to your sharing;from one storyteller to another! Jeannine from Connecticut USA.

[@carolinechew2432]

He’s a Very Good-Looking horse.

[@KindSparkdreamstories]

It was sad yet telling-his actions mirrored signs of stress often seen in animals in captivity, showing how deeply his anxiety affected him.

[@janetmarshall7171]

Little Gus Is A WILD ONE!! His Transformation Was Nothing But A MIRACLE!! The Way That You Take These Auction Horse's And Make Them Your Own Is VERY CLEVER!! Good Job!!😊❤

[@unitedspiritsvillage]

Your videos make me so happy. I didn't realize how much I love horses until I watched my first video of Nigel - which made me cry so much. What you do is amazing. The equestrian world is very new to me, as I am an embarrassingly very "city" girl. I see venturing out away from the concrete and learning more. Much Love ❤️ 🐎

[@leanneadams2549]

I’m seriously amazed at how well you figure out these horses so they are comfortable and happy. There needs to be tougher laws on people who abuse these beautiful horses !!! So thank you so much for the Equestrian you are !! ❤️🐴

[@joyfullone3968]

I wonder if he had been left in a field during a very scary storm as a very young horse and it really scared him. You putting him in the barn during the storm may have made him think you would always try to keep him safe. That made him feel more secure and less frightened. Thank you for helping him in so many ways.

[@gjalameda6686]

I look forward to these videos about each horse. Like people, they have their own unique personalities, quieks, and traumas. It takes a special person to bring healing and wholeness to them. Thank you for sharing and teaching your audience. I really appreciate you and what you do.

[@candyarthur8568]

You are such a blessing to Little Gus. I hope you are able to keep him.

[@Swimkid1]

I love your channel thank you Cowgirl. x

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

Thank you so much!

[@dawnturner8735]

He is a beautiful boy and I’m so happy to see you reap the benefits of taking it slow with him. 💚🇨🇦

[@4hoofs4ever007]

Wow. Poor horse. So glad you have patience and perseverance. He looks like a different horse now. Amazing. ❤

[@artemisXsidecross]

I would describe the horse as strong willed and not broken by a series of rigid people's idea of dominance as control.

[@4hoofs4ever007]

@@artemisXsidecross He acts like he was a bucking horse in the rodeo. That could explain why he was always so wild with a saddle on. He was just doing what he was taught to do: buck.

[@livingtherufflife]

Thank you for taking the time and resources this animal needed to heal and be figured out. My uncle broke horses and we rode those horses bareback when I was a kid. We lived next to a farmer who had two old horses and they loved our golden retriever. Our dog would sneak under the electric fence and play with the horses. Initially I was terrified for my dog, only to realize the horses loved my dog. When i was scolding my dog (she was still a puppy in training), the horses would run from out in the field to check on my dog & “complain” that I was yelling at my dog for being bad. Kinda funny. Horses are huge, magnificent creatures & more like people. Probably why they love dogs lol.

[@jnelson437]

Oh my. Little Gus's story brought tears to my eyes. How sad and miserable he must of felt and no one understood why. Then to see how happy and the trickster he is now, is amazing. You truly have a special touch and a warm heart to work so hard for your horses.

[@glendacisneros982]

Mine too 😢

[@padilla8687]

It proves that horses are quite sensitive and delicate animal. They carry their histories behind and basically want to trust human who takes care of them. This was a very touching story. Thank you.

[@jeanday9747]

Lil Gus is lucky that you found him. Thanks for sharing his story.

[@Raresoul333]

You can tell how incredible you are with your animals. They are majestic and you have given them so much love and a wonderful life

[@teresagranza1598]

So glad Lil' Gus found his way into your life. You are just amazing with these horses.

[@dianeboross6978]

Lil Gus and Stewie, what a pair they make. Thank you for sharing this story. So many would have given up.

[@jeanjarvis4633]

thank you for sharing Gus' story, for being so understanding and caring towards him, and not giving up on him. you're amazing x

[@Mara-d2x]

Aside from your kindness, deep understanding, and knowledge of horses, you have something so many people don't, and that's patience. Too many people are quick to dump an animal if it doesn't instantly become exactly what they want. This horse probably had no reason to trust humans, and you taught him he could. Little Gus certainly came to the right place! P.S. The mule is super cute!

[@dyanalayng5507]

Little Gus doing well ❤🇨🇦 Yayy!

[@patbroekema6721]

Sad to think there are horses like him shuffled around from owner to owner. What a lucky guy that you spotted him and gave him a loving home.

[@loriirons9503]

I just love this story of little GUS. Thank you for taking the time to dig into his issues and to understand. So many of these horses are passed from home to home and never given this type of opportunity. You are a treasure to the horse world Clever Cowgirl. 💕

[@10317]

I totally agree. It’s sad to think about what that poor horse went through over its short life. CC had to uncover a lot of un knowns just to get Gus to stop bucking. And I admire her more and more as I listen to her horse training stories. She has to clean up a lot of messes from people who think they are horse trainers but are not.

[@glennbrymer4065]

To do this like you do, requires very high levels of care & patience. You are one of these rare people.

[@marymcrae3773]

I really enjoy your storytelling. Thank you.

[@blackthornsloe8049]

Tormented soul . I have ptsd . My body and nervous system feel exactly like that horse when I'm triggered . Thank you for taking such time with him .

[@bettybay2181]

Wow what a story. God treats us like you are able to treat these horses. He never gives up on us either. Love, love, love you.

[@marylynnblack9258]

It is truly AMAZING how far kindness , understanding and patience goes. Thank you for your understanding and patience with these horses that need healing. I have learned valuable lessons from each horse I have owned and their presence and affection in my life has helped with my healing from trauma, as well. They are truly gifts from GOD !

[@sandyfarley260]

Oh, poor Gus! But it sounds as if before the storm he experienced PTSD, but during the storm he "snapped out" of it and was able to behave calmly after! Horses are such wonderful beings!

[@kd359]

The unique gift you give them is patience ( along with professional skill of course). You don't give up on them and it's a pleasure to watch them grow with your care.

[@christinevanzandbergen4870]

I love how you gave little Gus the time he needed to feel safe. Horses are no different from people. Some are quiet and soft-spoken, while others are outgoing and the life of the party. Little Gus seems like the outgoing life of the party type. A little spring in his step, as my grandmother used to say. I pray you keep him so he remains in a safe environment forever. Animals need our love and patience, not tossed around because we people don't have the experience or patience to handle them with care. You, my dear, are a sweetheart for being such a wonderful person to these fantastic animals. Keep up the excellent work, and ignore the haters with the snarky comments; they clearly have no clue.

[@jff1813]

For some, animals are like faulty appliances: they don't work right so they're dumped. For all the horses you've brought home one thing is for sure - their worries are over forever.❤ Some animals may require more patience than we think we have, but it's always more than worth it for what they give back!

[@cheryl_the_horsechick]

You worry about them being mistreated again. You are a good mom.

[@patsynossiter5794]

I think you and your horses are adorable. Your treatment of them is beyond reproach and you are indeed a Clever Cowgirl. I find your voice very relaxing.

[@juliacollins3365]

I hope you keep Gus a traumatized horse. Wonderful to see how gentle and patient you were with him love.

[@Bekindloveis]

God bless u for your patience and saving this abused horse 🐴 ❤🙏

[@tiasims7737]

Some people need to snark just to make themselves feel better. I doubt they've ever been exposed to your level of horsemanship. You are on par with Buck Brannaman, the original horse whisperer. You are every horse's best friend. A lot of these fancy trainers could learn a lot from you like Parelli and Anderson, etc. I don't have the words to express how impressed I am and jealous too! LOL

[@TheCleverCowgirl]

Thank you !

[@macfleet2]

Thank you for having so much patience with lil Gus. I’ve had foster horses from a rescue. Horses can go through so much and have no voice of their own

[@sharonpatrickso9510]

Bless little Gus all those homes in one year, no wonder he can't relax. All the more better you found him

[@lisahillis8973]

You're pretty much their fairy horse mother! Animals can't speak up for themselves so the world needs more advocates like you- and honesty the world does too. Bless you for doing what you do ❤

[@danastewart3091]

Watching you with your horses is quite an education.

[@lulielawry]

what a sweet loving intelligent patiennt and kind horse friend you are!God love you

[@msingh8289]

Another great video showing the time and effort that goes in to changing a troubled horse to a more calm/ peaceful one. Very interesting seeing a horse behaviour/ emotions change. Wish the videos were longer, they go to quick when you enjoy them so much. Look forward to the next one.

[@leanneadams2549]

I couldn’t agree more !!

[@sharespotsy]

I have only ever ridden a horse once but They are such magnificent creatures! I love your stories about each horse and their uniqueness.

[@Lionforaday]

Just like people, it makes sense that animals, too, can develop post-traumatic responses to experiences that, to other animals, may seem harmless. It's hard-enough to help a person, who can articulate what they're feeling - I can't imagine the challenge of trying to "fix" an animal whose behaviour leads to labels like crazy or dangerous. Just like people? Animals really are individuals, with their own complex inner worlds. In watching this brief video, it seemed clear that Gus was suffering - he was fortunate to find someone who recognized his "playful" behaviors as pathological attempts to self-soothe. Bless you for helping him.

[@angelawerner7696]

In a perfect world, every horse would have an owner like you. So sad to see so many abused, neglected, and sad horses at auction sales that are destined for the slaughterhouses in Canada and Mexico. You saved Gus. You are amazing.🤩🥰

[@wickedcabinboy]

Your efforts with Little Gus are remarkable. He's come a long way. You have a gentle touch and a keen mind, and patience in assessing your horses. The rewards of those qualities are so very obvious. As for Huckleberry's behavior, I was watching more closely in this video and I saw that he really stayed closer to you. I didn't see anything to suggest he was harassing Little Gus. He's no doubt a good dog, and a smart one two.

[@vickieelisa2248]

She is knowledgeable, has patience and is a horse whisperer

[@vanessacassidy6846]

Thank God you found him, poor Gus. Your patience is beautiful to watch ❤

[@lostribe5130]

You did so well with Little Gus. He can relax with you. I reckon he would still scare the bejesus out of anyone else.

[@kc4941]

Lil Gus's story/video made me cry. You took a painfully tortured creature and brought them to a place of peace and health. Thank you for giving these beautiful horses a 2nd and really their only chance. ❤

[@megrogan1]

Gorgeous photo with the rainbow!

[@megrogan1]

CC. Beautiful. Just beautiful. Love your work here. ❤❤❤

[@p.e.8149]

Some people are cut out to be animal people and some don't deserve to have animals in their charge. That little mule sure is precious and Lil Gus just needed a good human as yourself to look after his welfare instead of their own.