Truth About Kill Pens

Kill Pens are using emotional manipulation to convince people to buy or donate to horses that they claim are going to ship to slaughter. Unfortunately, the treatment of these horses in kill pens is often brutal and inhumane. This video provides a firsthand account of the atrocities committed at these facilities by a former feedlot worker. The animals are trapped in squalid conditions while their captors accumulate thousands of dollars. It's crucial that we don't support these practices.
The video sheds light on what really happens to horses after their kill-ship date passes. We urge everyone to watch it, educate themselves, and share it with others to bring awareness to this issue. It's important to work towards shutting down these kill pens and ensuring that these innocent animals are treated with the respect and kindness they deserve. The mistreatment of these horses is a serious concern, and we must do what we can to put an end to it.
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[@dinosaurwoman]

THANK YOU FOR THIS. I have been trying to tell people this for a VERY long time. When you buy from kill pens, you are killing more horses than the one you just saved. PLEASE, leave the feedlot and kill pen horses for the horse rescues and sanctuaries. Don't put money into the system that willingly kills horses. Find your horse through reputable sellers, REAL 501(c)(3)s, and quality horse people. As cheesy as it sounds, DO YOUR RESEARCH. And please, above all, a horse is FOR LIFE. Don't use him up and then dump him when you're done. Plan for his retirement and to be ready to euthanize him when he needs to be. He gave you his all; now you need to give him yours.

[@janeh1431]

Thank you for your information It helps. ❤

[@fionahill522]

Omg people are so nasty. I couldnt listen to it all ut broke my heart

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

I 100% agree. I live in Germany and it's very different than in the States. You don't get the killbuyers or even Auctions. They used to transport the unwanted horses from Germany to Italy but even that has been stopped. People still eat horsemeat here but you have to take your horse to the slaughterhouse yourself and hold the horse while it is being stunned. My two horses are 27 and it is expensive looking after old horses but it's so worth it. My horse has probably carried me with enough mileage to go round the world 😍 always looking after me when we were out. It's my turn to spoil him. I have noticed that so many people are trying to sell really old horses here now the vet prices have been put up by 30%. It breaks my heart when I see a horse of 29 years being disposed of 😢

[@lianeschwarzwalder7289]

​@@charlotterockel-kennedy8913sehr gut kommentiert ❤ Liane 🇩🇪

[@janw491]

Same with puppy farms, don’t buy from them either

[@sasharatliff9562]

This is so heartbreaking and infuriating that people can treat innocent animals like this. They need to be locked up

[@tomroyse1540]

Look how people treat other people! Many people are heartless and others turn their backs to cruelty.But then you have other people that care ,donate and adopt. Time to clean up and disclose this and other feedlots that are ripoffs! I have heard much about this family of crooks.

[@colleencarroll4190]

Just imagine how they treat the people in their lives too----------------------------

[@leonzlair1]

I live in Texas. The "kill pens" are a such a scam. I can't convince people these horses aren't going to slaughter. They are the absolute worst of the horse traders. Thank you for doing this documentary.

[@violagentsch]

I blame the racing, breeding industries.

[@Ceciel_]

@@violagentschthe bad ones. Just like the bad horse sellers. And the bad owners. It’s not all people in a group (except for big lick, they’re disgusting), it’s just the bad ones.

[@kimfroman2023]

I bought a colt from Last Chance Direct Ship horses. There were people who donated towards "bail" but I was still charged full price. Their recommended shipper was $550 for a two hour trip. He arrived with strang!es. He supposedly went to vet for Coggins but they did not give a copy to shipper or provided to me when requested.

[@cheriebrantner5543]

This is horrendous. Physically sick but still watching. This HAS to be stopped. The abusers will punished. Prayers for change.

[@dustinorr2833]

Just when you think human can't get any more inhumane. All these places should be closed and the people and cops should all go to jail where they belong.

[@janelahmeyer2014]

send to 60 Minutes. dont silence this. people are ready to make changes

[@francineherron1940]

Great idea

[@MMSGEE]

This needs more media coverage

[@janelahmeyer2014]

we are in an increased era of revealed light on abuses everywhere so yes it must be broadcast not covered up anymore.

[@highlandergrog6041]

Yes please! I agree full heartedly!

[@i.k.6044]

Pure horror. Humanity is completely brutalized in its damned greed for money ! This is just disgusting! What is the need for laws if no one has to follow them?

[@sherinnovak729]

This was a real education for me, and I’ve been a professional in the horse industry for 60 years.

[@lucyslaughter7086]

Thank you for sharing this. Laws need to change. The cruelty that those poor horses face in the kill pens is disgusting and very disturbing. Thank you for what you and all the other Rescues do.

[@ws4860]

Changing the laws is one thing, enforcing the laws is another. What use is the best law to you if the law enforcement officers look the other way and the courts impose ridiculously low penalties? Whenever there is a lot of money and lobbying involved, the victims are left hanging. The only thing that helps is the ceaseless fight, the never-ending enlightenment. A good example is the Yulin dog meat festival, in which thousands of dogs are brutally murdered every year after they were no less cruelly raised or stolen, not to mention being transported, squashed together in tiny cages. Even after many years of fighting by animal rights activists, La Grande Bouffe continues unabated and there are still enough fools who donate money to scam organizations or do not question whether there is dog fur on their stylish clothing, because it is cheaper than fake fur. The same goes for dog leather, hardly anyone is aware of it. So anyone who wants to take up the fight against endless animal suffering must be aware that it will be a fight that will last your entire life and that society will look askance at you and not at the animal abusers.

[@FeatheredLife]

I wish to add, this to the conversation, it's not just horses that end up in these horrible places. And it's not just farm animals that end up in these horrendous situations. It's pets such as dogs, cats rabbits, even parrots. I used to volunteer at a vet clinic that would foster unwanted parrots and pets. It got to the point that it was ridiculous, the number of people that would just abandon a parrot outside in a Minnesota winter. Below freezing temperatures, snow, freezing rain and wind chills below zero. This beautiful birds were left in filthy cages that were too small, or there was 20 budgies to 10"x 10" cage. No food no water left at the back door of clinic, basically to die. There were so many times that you could not save these birds and they had to be euthanized. The ones we could save, were miracles. The cost basically pull the clinic under in the end. Oh yeah there was cats and dogs on leashes tied to the back door of the clinic too. Left by who knows who. No food no water in freezing weather. So many of them were euthanized. Even with security up on all sides of the building people still did this. That clinic is now closed, the cost of caring for the unwanted,no longer needed, unloved pets drove the clinic into bankruptcy.

[@francineherron1940]

Yes animal abuse happens to a lot of different kinds of animals. It amazes me how evil and wicked, heartless some human beings can be 😥

[@ocydroma]

I was a vet tech years ago and I acquired one dog that was tied to the clinic staff door that was a client’s dog. We called the owner and she said it wasn’t her dog. The owner of the clinic said he didn’t want the dog to go to the owner so I took her and had 10 years with her. After I stopped working at a vet clinic, I had taken one of my dogs to the clinic we were using at the time and they had found a single kitten in a cardboard box, on the doorstep. It was the coldest day of the year. No towel and the top of the box was left open. Luckily she was too young to get out of the box due to it’s height. I quit working at vet clinic due to compassion fatigue.

[@ArmyStay0T70T8]

I have no words. 😢 Bless this person for speaking up about it. I don't understand how people who have places like that can sleep at night knowing animals are sick, injured, and suffering. Like that is pure evil and greed. So sad.

[@francineherron1940]

These "people" can do this because they have No conscience

[@annmarieschantz9724]

This needs to be shown to the people in other countries that eat the meat, all the chemicals that go into them. It's sad to think this goes on right under our nose and law enforcement turns a blind eye. 😢

[@75SpeedRacer]

Honestly,I didn’t know the kill pens or whatever they call these places was that horrifying and cruel to these loving animals. I cried with a broken heart for these horses all through this episode. It’s so heartbreaking and amazing to see the horses strive to live. The laws definitely need to be enforced and changed to protect these animals from this animal cruelty. I watched a documentary last week about kill pens and I’ve never been blown away on how people can do this to gods beautiful animals. 😭😢

[@cindylong624]

its all about the $$$$, lax laws and people are not aware of the scam.Share to as many people as you can to help the horses

[@baylaschauer3122]

I worked on the Harness race track for 10 years. Loved my job and the horses were well cared for. I came across the kill pen in Wisconsin. There were a bunch of Standardbreds there and one was a granddaughter of a horse I took care of. I rescued her. I understand what you are saying, but I had to bring her home. She’s thriving and happy,

[@francineherron1940]

Thank you for saving her

[@bineplumpi1249]

I saved a pregnant unbroken mare from the Wisconsin lot. I might be a sucker but I could not see her staying in this situation.

[@That50sGirl]

I completely understand how you feel. We rescued a horse from a texas kill pen, and he was the sweetest and most quirky guy ever. I don’t regret getting him because he meant the world to my family and I. He was in terrible shape and would’ve suffered if someone hadn’t intervened. I definitely agree with the message of not supporting the kill buyers; I just feel awful for the innocent horses that ended up with them. They are all still clearly facing abuse or might die on these lots.

[@Angelface11]

Yeah you can rescue if you want to. They can't tell people they can't because these horses aren't going to have anything good happen to them and yes they do go off to slaughter if it's slaughter buyer buys them so. It's just like telling people not to rescue from the shelter but go to a rescue I mean you can rescue from the shelter if you want to

[@catzdollz9810]

Any kill pen that advertises online, START LEAVING THEM a THUMBS DOWN!!!

[@annabaldwin1806]

That you for educating people on how this really works. That this gentleman for coming forward to spread the truth.

[@archangel807]

Every horse TRUSTED the owner enough to get in the trailer to be taken to the dirty HORSE AUCTION.....Make HORSE AUCTIONS ILLEGAL today!!

[@GO-xs8pj]

I've seen those posts come up in my feed on Facebook and I just had a feeling that they were scamming people. Now I know. Very good video and investigative work. I wish a national TV station would do a story on these feed lots that is as well done as this video.

[@francineherron1940]

I wish so to. Great idea 👍

[@Boyland8692]

Man that was hard to watch but I force myself to view it with my thoughts going forward that I would actively get involved in any opportunity I got to rescue, raise awareness and help any horses going thru this. I then go into my paddock and hug my horses like there’s no tomorrow until I can stop the tears. For all the horses that have gone before and have never felt love my prayers will always include you so know that have been loved and your journey has not gone unnoticed. 🙀🙀🤬🤬🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@kennikitty]

Honestly, I think it's shocking how there's people out there making money off animals that aren't just dying but succumbing to their suffering in agony. How can any human being be that desensitized to be okay with this much suffering and death going on around them.

[@francineherron1940]

Because these people don't have a concsience...

[@annemccarthy5569]

Let's not forget that kill buyers and traders are also praying on rescues at auctions. They bring in horses they could not otherwise sell hoping there's a rescue on-site that will pay a decent price. Some of these horses are so crippled or sick that the end up dying shortly after purchase. Or they may require thousands of dollars to rehab. Horses at auctions are also often drugged, have undisclosed lameness or illness issues, incorrect coggins paperwork, age discrepancies, etc. This is why changes in the laws are so important. We need to not only protect horses but also the people buying horses.

[@traveloguedog2730]

There are many posing as rescues that are working with the kill pens to scam those willing to put up funds to save them. They publicize the ‘plight’ of the slaughter bound horse, get the funds to rescue said horse and pocket the money. A few weeks later, that same horse will go to slaughter with no publicity and, obviously, no intervention. the sale barns call these ‘Heartstring Horses’ and they don’t expose this racket because it lines the pockets of everyone involved. How do you tell the difference? The real ones have resources - they can prove they’re not the ‘middle man’ in all of these transactions. That ‘middle ground’ is where the scammers live.

[@DixiesChance-RERR]

It’s sad because people with good hearts that care about these horses get taken advantage of😢

[@sherrytraveny8803]

Thank you for telling us what is really going on in these places

[@MDR62MULES]

I think this message should be posted on the "kill pen horses" websites or at least direct people to this channel to watch this man's truth. People pretty much disgust me - animals are better. Yawned you folk are doing an awesome job and service. Hats off to you.

[@MDR62MULES]

I ment Tawnee I hate these phones too writing words you don't even want. Kudos to horse+humane.

[@SanjaZefir]

It is soooo important that you all got this story out!! It is a torcher to even wach it and this horses live and die that life! It has to stop!

[@lilenmoiral7077]

It is absolutely essential that this type of scam (in the worst possible sense) is exposed. Thank you for that. I have to wonder though how many people had the strength and stomach to watch the entire video. Heartrending videos and photographs are hard on the viewer where sometimes just the facts (including the media messages) are enough to galvanise people into action. I personally couldnt watch the whole thing, but I can assure you, I got the message within a few minutes.

[@francineherron1940]

It is hard to watch but with the truth you can educate others with the facts presented

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

I had to keep stopping. It has taken me three goes to watch it. I went to my two very old horses, hugged them and cried praying that an end must come to help all the poor abused horses. I'm speechless and shocked 😢

[@30dayride67]

I've bought horses out of the "kill pens" at auctions. Horses that owners and/or kill buyers had unloaded to either dispose of or try to make a few bucks on while hauling to the slaughter house. I never even knew places like these existed and from what was mentioned it sounds like they frequented a sale in my state. I've only been to that sale once many years ago, but it was a "special sale" with zero horses in poor health. It's quite a distance from me, so that was the only time I've been there. When I've heard people talk about saving horses from kill pens, I always assumed they were talking about the horses at the sales that were obviously going to end up in the slaughter pipeline if someone didn't intervene. This is absolutely disgusting and very eye opening. So many humans have lost all sense of morality, ethics and respect for lives. Money alone is not the root of all evil, but the greed and disregard for the lives of others, be they humans or animals in the pursuit of money certainly is.

[@CarmelDeery-qc9lv]

Fully 👍 agree.great documentary 👏🏿

[@user-qr8ki8ue4i]

I bought a horse from a kill pen/buyer with a large social media presence. He was a real piece of work. This channel helped me see that if I buy again...I will go straight to the auction and skip the kill buyer. Undercut these scumbags.

[@hphs]

Adopting from a legitimate 501(c)(3) nonprofit will get you a horse that is vaccinated, vetted, evaluated, AND ready for a new home, which frees up a space at that rescue to save another, and the adoption fee is usually less than auction cost.

[@francineherron1940]

Buy from a rescue or private owner so you know what your getting

[@terrifiorelli9819]

Go to view your horse and facility. I helped shut down a 501c due to abuse. You must do your research and vet all rescues as some are not legit.

[@sammygirl6910]

Specifically, look out for breed rescues. Really do your homework. Many of them are traders or mills themselves.

[@Angelface11]

​@@francineherron1940well you wouldn't be buying from a rescue unless it's not actually a rescue. And people can do what they want if they want to save a horse's life then they can do that too.

[@FreesTylerFurYa]

I don't understand how there is no laws protecting these horses? That you can't report these places, and have them shut down for all the abuse happening, but not only that, but false advertising as well? It just feels like it shouldn't be so easy to do this, but somehow it is. The people who run these kill pens, or any other facility who allow abuse should face criminal charges, it really shouldn't be allowed.

[@ModernVintage31]

There are laws in place, but they’re not uniformly enforced. There aren’t enough regulators. Most people in this country don’t want to pay for actual enforcement. Too many people in this country would rather send a $500 donation to a random “rescue” each year than pay another $100 in taxes to fund the government agencies that are tasked with enforcing the existing laws.

[@JosThisThat]

I can’t THANK YOU enough for this awareness video. Even though it’s extremely hard to watch as I’m sure it was to make, I pray it opens peoples eyes to this. Thank you again 🙏❤️

[@leesydlund1931]

Horrible! No words can descibe how awful this practice is! But I wanted to say the video was beautifully done- top notch filming and editing.

[@danyharris1236]

Thank you, guys, we all need to be educated. This is outrageous. People amaze me. Sometimes, it's all about money. I will share. And try and spread the truth. Thanks again.

[@charlottesaabye539]

I could not stomach wathing this 😮 Some politicians need to step up and stop this madness!! NOW!!!!😡

[@agfillion1]

Heartbreaking and infuriating that in these times there are people who so coldly disregard animal welfare and turn a blind eye to the pain and suffering the animals under their care are experiencing

[@didntlistendad]

Heartbreaking. But important to be informed about this dark industry. I’m 5 mins in. Think I’ll watch this in blocks of 10 mins time.

[@debragiannetti9755]

Some people are absolutely disgusting. To be that callused and heartless to these beautiful creatures is unimaginable to me. Thank you to the brave soul who came forward to educate us on how this scam works. God help the horses and the big hearted people who are trying to do the right thing but have played right into the hands of these criminals.

[@francineherron1940]

Thank you so much young man for coming forward and giving an account of what you witness seeing out there. What a disgrace these do human beings are to treat animals this way.....they are POS people!!!!!!!!!!

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

I'm surprised he worked there for 10 years. At least he's showing the truth now and hopefully can make a change.

[@kathrynmartyn2013]

@@charlotterockel-kennedy8913 worked there 6 months, TS and JT had been doing it 10 years

[@lauraohlrich5977]

He worked there 6 months

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

@@lauraohlrich5977 yes, you are right. Sorry, I got it wrong. The feedlot/killpen had been running 10 years.

[@heikebey4482]

I am so grateful for this person’s boldness and compassion for sharing his knowledge to educate us about evil and horrific treatment these kill lot buyers practices! I have come across one person in particular on Instagram who talks about auctions and their fundraising but I never see them sharing any of their efforts and work they actually do for the healing and betterment of the horses from the actions they are fundraising for! I have to to the conclusion if I don’t see any progress videos then they are scamming! 🙏💞

[@karenmiller129]

Absolutely sickening to know that ANYONE could treat ANY ANIMALS in this horrendous and grossly inhumane way 😭😡. These people..ALL of the will be one day held to account for their despicable actions!! I thank God for heaven bcos these forgotten furbabies will be eternally free..unlike the disgusting gutless excuses for humans who have contributed towards their deaths..

[@brucemanley7593]

Thank you so much for putting this out there!! And special thanks to the young man whom had the guts to say it as it is!❤❤❤ This treatment is unforgivable and the laws MUST change. (Robin)

[@southerncaltattooedbiker3643]

Thank you for letting this person tell the truth about what is going on. There were times that I watched your Videos where I thought that the horses were drugged up because they couldn't even walk they were in so much pain. I'm very sorry that I can't donate anything for you to save these horses. I'm on Disability and have been since 2008 and I barely get enough to pay the bills, medication, food, or anything else I'm also 64 and my Husband is 73 and He no longer works and is on Social Security. We live in Arizona. But this truly breaks my heart 💜 ❤️

[@rachealsmith5138]

Oh my gosh, this made me physically I’ll! Greed at the cost of animals…. Is there any way to make sure these kinds of people don’t reproduce???? Thank you so much for sharing this with us, I am much more informed. And a big thank you to the person who came forward, God bless them for being brave enough!❤❤

[@anettenyholm9304]

Thank you for daring to tell us. I thought like most people but apparently that's not the case. I'm from Sweden. And I'm in shock

[@liznyp6209]

I have seen many videos on Facebook asking for donations to save horses that are bound for slaughter. I never imagined they were scams. :(

[@user-yt7yz1lt6y]

My heart is breaking! I had no idea this was going on. This needs to be seen by the public! This should be all over the news! Thank you and God Bless you all at Hose Plus for all you do!

[@rokuwhitefox7764]

Thank you for sharing this. People need to know the truth.

[@Schiffon]

I signed and glad I could help in at least a small way. Your work is phenomenal and your hearts are the biggest! ❤

[@astikennel]

This has been happening for years and years all over the place with animals of all sorts. THIS is why some rescuers fall into a depression they never leave 💔

[@Miss-Laine]

Unfortunately, I could not finish watching this video. It’s heartbreaking. Can’t believe that today’s world things like that are happening.

[@VK-qe7if]

Me neither. 😢😢😢😢

[@mrsopoodles7]

Thank you for sharing this! You are a warrior and a voice for animals, especially horses! You are presently upping the stakes, and I applaud you! I'm praying for your safety and for the prospering of your God assigned mission! Blessings!

[@donnaelkins186]

❤ Thank you so much for doing this video. The truth needs to be told. Thank you for all you do!

[@mamabear1260]

I watched a documentary called from the kill pen. It was older but they stated back in the 1970's our government made a bill or a law stating that horses were not livestock but considered Companion animals

[@francineherron1940]

Yeah what ever happened to this bill 🤔

[@heatherdobson7151]

How do these Kill Pens get away with this abuse, cruelty, and neglect? I’m so tired of people treating animals like this. They should be in jail for this

[@ddawe31635]

$$$$$$RULES.... My goodness. Hope the feedlot owners are gives the same treatment as they gave the horses in their care..KARMA

[@ModernVintage31]

There is no amount of karma that will make up for lack of political will. It would be nice if such a thing were true but we as human beings need to stop shrugging off our responsibilities onto magical thinking or some savior in the sky or “the universe”.

[@nicoladennett311]

I fail to understand how a country like America can allow such horrific abuse. Not just to horses but all animals. Its obvious 'kill pens' is a money maker for those that run them. If its unregulated its ridiculously easy why to manipulate the public to buy broken sick horses so they can go out buy more and repeat. In a country where you can own guns so have access and the means to end suffering of horses and other animals if unable to afford vet care, unable to get a vet in time or whatever reason, i cant wrap my head around that animals are left sick or with horrific injuries and sent to auction to earn the owner some money without any care, concerned or thought for the suffering it blows my mind when they have the ability to end suffering or have suffering ended this isn't a thought for some who sell and discard. I use to envy America and want to live there but America is sick the Uk is broken but thank god this could never exist here. How America cannot ensure the safety of animals and have this going on unregulated is outrageous whether its 2023 or 1993 it shouldn't be happening in any time

[@janer9314]

The USA has unfortunately become a country whose politicians are corrupt and perverted and greedy. The love of money is the root of all evil. This is why it's so hard to get our laws changed.

[@francineherron1940]

Yes it's horrible. America is not a perfect country but what country is? UK I'm sure has its share of problems that need fixing. For you to say that this sort of thing doesn't exist in the UK is garbage. I have seen videos of Rescues in the UK who show horses and ponies in horrible conditions, so yes it does exist in the UK but perhaps not as prevalent as in the US. 🇺🇸

[@kathrynmartyn2013]

Its poor Chance with his EPM and starvation there that broke my heart, he fought so hard

[@Sly14ktC.TM.R]

This NEEDS TO STOP ✋️ They should be TREATED SAME WAY

[@pjk1714]

Excellent video but reminding link in more section would have helped to sign petition. The battle can become a domino effect across the country to help many. It all starts with awareness and participation to make that difference. Thank you

[@franksmith6871]

I know as I type this that I am repeating what many others have said or thought: How can anyone live with themselves after participating in this kind of treatment of horses? I know that humans are capable of horrible acts of cruelty, even to other humans. Look at any film taken when the German concentration camps were liberated for proof of that, or the current war between Hamas and Israel. But horses are innocent of any intelligent, premeditated malevalant motivation to organize against we who domesticated them for our use and benefit. They are innocent and completely at our mercy. I'm no tree-hugger or vegan. If animals are raised for consumption, they must be treated well and harvested humanely. But horses, dogs and cats are different. They are companion animals. Almost all civilizations were conquered, tamed and built with the help of horses. We literally couldn't have done it as successfully without them. They should be honored and cherished for their contribution to our survival and our progress. They need and deserve our protection; legal protection and prosecution of those who are responsible for their suffering and mistreatment or turn a blind eye when they see they are being mistreated!

[@suzannemarienau2760]

You didn't need to insult vegans or environmentally caring people. You condone animal slaughter so you can satisfy your grisly appetite. Guess what? There's no such thing as humane slaughter. Take your righteous attitude and go away. You're no better than the soulless ghouls who do these horrible things to horses!

[@francineherron1940]

Well put

[@janer9314]

Very well said Mr. Smith

[@rm9338]

I can’t watch all of this , it breaks my heart .

[@francineherron1940]

Yes it's hard but education gets things done in most situation. Get educated in regards to this topic and spread the word that's how things get rolling

[@terrifiorelli9819]

I volunteered for a 501c rescue once and these people were in it for the money, not the horses. They didn’t feed or water them and many died on site. I, along with others reported it and eventually this person was closed, however, these people would relocate and open up under a different name to start the process again . This particular person eventually was exposed through court and closed once again. Courts issued an order where she could no longer own animals. That got overturned and she is now a puppy and bird mill. It never stops and disgusting. These animals suffer and states need to have stricture laws.

[@cindystevenson9669]

Please name them

[@terrifiorelli9819]

@@cindystevenson9669 Didn’t I note, it was shut down. I believe the new business is in another state, so that I cannot advise of.

[@janejdough2230]

Thank you

[@amandasnyder548]

Thank you for sharing this information!! Be safe!!

[@sallyrunnalls9788]

Thank you for this video. The story needs to be told and something should be done to stop the inhumane practices. It was hard to watch for someone who loves horses.

[@zizu4952]

I don't appreciate the gross hypocrisy of certain people who style themselves as sooooo religious, but don't think twice about sending a horse who's given his best to them his whole life, only to be sent to auction-->slaughter pipeline, to make a few last bucks on them. These same people also operate puppy and kitten mills.

[@lisacarson6223]

I have one of their horses - a friend from years ago when he raced. Vile people!

[@bilgegnome9308]

Christianity teaches that God gave humans dominion over the animals, and essentially created them for our "use". Christians also believe that animals do not have souls. Yep... it's one of the main reasons I quit going to church!

[@juanitatorres9347]

@@bilgegnome9308I have been a Christian for over 40 years, and I have never heard anyone condone or accept animal abuse or misuse. There is a big difference between “use” and “abuse”. There are sick, twisted people of all types and religions, but their vile behavior is not because of their religion- it is in spite of it.

[@archangel807]

Amish think they are above the law.....their horses trusted them

[@janer9314]

@@bilgegnome9308 Respectfully, true Christians do not treat defenseless animals this way. We are to be good stewards of all of God's creations, treated with respect and kindness. And because this world is evil, do the best that we can while we are here to make a difference. Jesus Christ is the only answer to what ails the world and evil things people do.

[@akantiia]

Thanks for making this video guys

[@dorcaswatson4873]

I am truly sorry that I can only watch for 7minutes. I am so very distressed and I feel the pain 😞 💔 😢 😪

[@danaventura5998]

Thank your posting this, really eyeopening.

[@SaraNightfire1]

I live in Northern New England, this stable closed years ago. So I will not disclose the state or the stable. The owner whipped her horses, and she proudly bragged about it that her animals were terrified of her. She was also trying to get into Big Lick (especially the chains around the ankle), and training horses into English, mostly by strapping a martingale down as tight as she could get it. She also smacked a horse with a helmet in the face in a fit of rage at one point. My mom called Animal Control about the abuse after I left (I didn't last long), and was told: “As long as they're fed and sheltered, they aren't being abused.” She never forgot that.

[@skr8674]

Why didn’t you film that and put it online?!

[@SaraNightfire1]

@@skr8674 This was over two decades ago, the cell phones were bricks, and the internet was brand new.

[@lorrainekay2931]

/This was hard to watch and hear. It should be shown everywhere what humans do to animals.

[@annemccarthy5569]

Current laws are so lax and outdated which is why we're seeing this horrendous abuse continue. What is needed is a nationwide blanket specifically drafted for horse owners. This means the law would be the same in every single state. The minute you take possession of a horse you become responsible for its welfare. And in addition there needs to be funding available to hire as many USDA inspectors as needed in each state to inspect and investigate all reported horse (& livestock) neglect/abuse cases.

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

I live in Germany and the laws are tough. Every horse has to be chipped and has it's own passport. The chip number and passport has to be the same. You can't even transport a horse without it's passport. A horse owner has a choice whether the horse can be slaughtered, if it says none slaughter in it's passport then a horse will never be slaughtered, even if it is sold on. Vets always check passport and chip number when dealing with a new horse. All the vaccinations and medications are also written in their passports, even when teeth are floated. I think this should be taken on world wide.

[@annemccarthy5569]

@@charlotterockel-kennedy8913 that sounds like a fantastic plan! Unfortunately here in the US horses are still considered property and therefore are treated no better than any other object you may own. Very sad and disturbing.

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

@@annemccarthy5569 here in Germany all animals, including pets and horses are also officially property. But still through protests, change in Goverment etc, there have been so many great changes made for animal welfare. This year they have put a ban on shredding male chicks. It's a long road but it is possible to make a change.

[@annemccarthy5569]

@@charlotterockel-kennedy8913 I took a screenshot of your reply regarding having horses microchipped along with a passport. I am going to pass it on to other people because I think it's such a great idea. it would mean that anyone who comes in possession of the horse would immediately become responsible for its welfare.

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

@@annemccarthy5569 that's a great idea. If you type in Google " Pferde Pass" then images, you can see how they look like. "Equine Passport" is another name, they are used in the UK, they are probably a bit different. But you can get an idea how things are run here in Europe. Denmark and Holland also have tough laws and they use this passport system.

[@watchesfromedges]

I cannot decide which is worse, going to slaughter or dying slowly in the kill pen.

[@Susan-il1fv]

Tell Fletcher Farms

[@EMG-pi4cb]

Thank you so much for posting this. It's such crucial information that needs to be spread. I will be reposting this on social media to try to get this message to all animal lovers.

[@XXfallenangel]

YES, these kill pen scammers have infested every aspect of the internet. Using any and all avenues to reach good people that want to save a horse. all socials, emails, fake websites, donor fraud by a lot of fake rescues, too. These monsters are living wealthy lives, all morality gone for the greed of money. It will be a very difficult cycle to break, but thankfully Tawnee, is on the frontlines during the suffering horses - and traveling meeting to meeting to get laws changed... I highly respect every member of the HPHS. They are telling the stories of these beautiful & forgiving animals. Giving them the love they so deserve and crave so badly... and taking their pain away. They are making changes! I foresee a massive accomplishment in the near future, I can just feel it in my gut. But we also have to do our part! If every subscriber shared this on their socials, think of the MASSIVE REACH & difference it would make! That is the VERY LEAST we can do. And if everyone could donate to HPHS, just $1.... or even just $5?!

[@deloradeabel8487]

This is so hard to watch,it breaks my heart!💔

[@sandyloyst1811]

Very powerful and so so sad. Thanks Ontario Canada

[@brucemanley7593]

People tend to want to put their heads in the sand on these topics but please let this information spark you into helping change this!!!❤❤(Robin)

[@ingridblohm-hyde805]

Thank you for exposing this. What can be done to shut these horrid individuals down???

[@cheryllunn2827]

Sorry, but I cannot watch this. But good for you bringing attention to it. 😢

[@cynthiamcgee4829]

I actually did buy a horse from a kill pen in Texas. And the young lady who is now my friend went and got the horse, and yes she brought the horse to me from Texas and I do live in Arizona and she is one of the best horses I've ever owned and I'm still thankful to this day that I saved her. 💕🐎

[@CarmelDeery-qc9lv]

Thanks for doing that.thats 1 horse in good 🙌. ❤❤

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

2 minutes in and I'm not sure if I can watch the whole thing..as I'm just about to try and get to sleep I think I'll watch tomorrow..I'm the sort of person where things like this prey on my mind..which is not helping my depression..so I'm going to save it for another time..🇬🇧💞✝️🙏👍🐎🇺🇸

[@dorcaswatson4873]

I struggled to the 7 minute mark and had to stop 😢😢

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

@@dorcaswatson4873 oh I didn't feel so bad now..but uf you stopped after 7 minutes it obviously got worse so not sure if I'm going to finish watching it..just listening to them whinny and then seeing the state Tawnee rescues them in tells me they're in dire straights .

[@francineherron1940]

I didn't watch last night either, it would keep me up, so I watched this morning. Eye opener! 🇺🇸🇫🇷

[@karaleeallen8523]

I guess I don’t understand the rules in the states . I’m from Canada yes the bad place with slaughter houses .. however even animals considered livestock here cannot be mistreated and starved . It is illegal . We have welfare organizations but also RCMP take complaints very seriously . Your animals will be seized . You will fined . There should be more jail Time but we are pretty lax with that here ALL around . I have been to many auctions here and I’ve never seen horses in this bad of condition . I bought my daughters horse from auction. Sounds like kill buyers or feedlots are far worse than slaughter houses. I didn’t understand what you meant by ‘pipeline’ but I guess it makes sense now. I would never send my horse to either knowing what I now know - as a youngster I thought that’s just what happened to old / injured horses - even going strait to a slaughter house would be very traumatic to a horse . But vets really need to think about lowering their prices for euthanasia- the drugs do not cost that much and maybe more people would go that route vs auction for slaughter . Also places like FB should reconsider their rules for selling horses - what are ppl to do with horses the don’t want or can’t keep ? Rescues are overflowing and frankly their rules for adoption have gotten insane. Many ppl are now running ‘rescues’ simply to have others pay for their farms.

[@clairemerryman5042]

So good for the truth to come out!!!!!

[@audreycopland5478]

Brave guy speaking out to help horses. Great but tragic information! Would like to make a £500 donation to save one of the horses in need, from my pension savings. It’s my birthday in a few days and wondered if might be possible for me to name one of the horses? I have been a regular monthly supporter for years although I cannot afford to make donations as big as this normally. Good luck with the forthcoming rescue. Hopefully You’ll be able to rescue a good number of equines again! ☺️🤩🐴

[@kathrynmartyn2013]

have a look at NorthEast Texas Wild Tribe Rescue, they do great work and are still small, trying to grow, and doing things the right way

[@mccombskennels]

Thank goodness someone did a video on her. I only hope her days are numbered.

[@JasminePatterson-jk4dj]

Please be kind to everyone 🤗 take care hope love joy prayers to all.

[@havyellowmoneydinero1378]

I agree with most of this. I remember seeing horses listed at feedlots for insane amounts and fund raisers going to pay to 'bail' them. Common sense would tell you there is no way they are getting those prices from the slaughter house (and you could buy a horse of equal (or often better) quality for half (or less)), not to mention how do you know where your money is going? That said I have purchased (PURCHASED, not bailed, saved, adopted, etc.) a few horses from feed lots. All have been as described, but to be fair one was simply described as 'a mare', I had a pic and it was assumed she was unhandled (and she was). The rest came from a different kill lot, I have followed them a long time and as far as I have seen or experienced they do their best to give an accurate description. All were young, healthy, and sound (not all of them were, but all the ones I bought were), and were well below market value (or I wouldn't have bought them), and were exactly as described, if I was 'that kind of person' I could have purchased these horses, quarantined for a month, claimed I'd owned them longer and sold them for a considerable profit (nice horses worth more than what I paid), but I'm not that kind of person, so... They were in danger of getting 'kill lot/auction crud', but were never in danger of going for slaughter (except the one that came from the other lot, she may have). The last one (2 year old registered colt) was not healthy enough to get a health cert (something he picked up at the lot or auction they got him from) so they offered to quarantine for free till he was healthy enough to go, it took 6 weeks and I was freaking out a bit about what was going to walk off that trailer, but to my relief he was in great shape! I am not advising buying from kill lots, but if you do use some common sense.

[@francineherron1940]

No kill lots...yes to rescues

[@dianebradshaw7955]

this is so awful and needs to be put out of business, i hate seeing the horses sick and mistreated and the sellers are huge liars an should be put out of business, just heart wrenching

[@ann66pearson4]

This breaks my heart. I don't understand why people have no feelings towards animals. This video is eye-opening and upsetting. How will this ever end?

[@nancyweliczko9334]

Omg how can these people sleep at night, this is horrible I would like to know were is PETA and the other abuse organizations.

[@Ginger-sm5ed]

More money in other animals. Easier to target meat industry

[@FeatheredLife]

PETA is joke that somebody tells to inappropriate audience,everybody laughs, but in almost cases they are a joke. PETA is a bunch of self-righteous ignorant fools. They have literally stole family pets off people porches, euthanized said animal and said it was for the best.

[@AccidentallyOnPurpose]

peta is too busy stealing animals off of porches and euthanizing 80% of the animals they intake. Do not support peta, there are far better animal rights groups that actually care about animals and not about image.

[@francineherron1940]

Huh I dought PETA really cares, I think they are scammer's as well.

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

PETA is not as good as they make out they are. I am a vegan and support a lot of theses animal protection organizations, but PETA always leaves a sour taste in my mouth. Yes, they do help animals but a lot of the time turn a blind eye to certain situations 😢

[@lesleycooper6523]

Come on USA! Get more regulations in force to protect these innocent animals, get your act together ASAP , this is horrific 🤬

[@kerrypritchett9901]

I'm so sorry to that this happens to these precious horses 😢 I had to turn it off only about half through it. Made sad and I cried. 😢.

[@gregbrazel3338]

We in australia have the RSPCA, the Royal Society prevention of cruelty to animals. Its is designed to bring thses types of people to justice for the way they treat any animal. Doesnt any states in the US of A have anything similar?

[@francineherron1940]

Yes we have ASPCA and others but I don't feel like they do enough. Laws aren't strict enough here in the US in regards to animal welfare.

[@medic1627]

Same here in the United Kingdom. You so much as hurt ANY animal and the RSPCA will be down on you like a ton of bricks, they have the power to prosecute on their own without law enforcement. If law enforcement needs to be involved it will be and they take everything seriously. End results can be a fine, a ban, jail time or all three.

[@francineherron1940]

I knew trader's and kill pen owners were crooks but didn't know all the details behind the business of it. If I were ever to buy a horse I will buy from a rescue or private owner.

[@IonIsFalling7217]

“We call them dumb animals, and so they are, for they cannot tell us how they feel, but they do not suffer less because they have no words.” ― Anna Sewell, Black Beauty

[@auntiewell4303]

This is so sad, it 💔 to see this. I pray this ends for all animals and Heavenly Fathers will be done to those monsters who do this to sweet animals. 🕊

[@jillking5876]

I keep having to scroll up to not see the pictures. This is disgusting. Thank you for showing the truth. The sad thing is that at 6 months of employment is any kind of longevity just blows me away, but you have to admit that you wouldn't be able stomach being there very long ever. Hearing the excuses they gave him as he would see these precious creatures dying in front of him. That the cops are turning a blind eye just sickens me. My heart just hurts.

[@joannepantale483]

Horrendously heart wrenching! 😩 💔

[@jamiefarner4801]

I used to follow a specific horse trader on facebook. The stories this person is telling sound so similar to some of the things thatvwent on over there. How crazy that the feedlots and horse traders are so similar. The behavior, the meglect is all so similar.

[@starlenekalinski5633]

That is heartbreaking.

[@theresaverhoef8668]

OMG..... how horrible