Watching The Herd Minus One - Part 2

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[@camillasaietz4856]

Omg I would spoil Annie rotten! Wouldn't be able to resist the way she comes running ❤❤❤

[@StableHorseTraining]

It's certainly hard not to!!

[@dawndastoli7323]

SAME!!!!

[@kropotkinnie]

annie might actually be the most human friendly horse on earth lmao. love how obsessed she is with you

[@Lexington6885]

Heart goes out to your family Graeme. Joka will be missed and the word "subdued " is perfect for the herd. 😔 love watching them thank you for the updates. ❤️ 😊 take care !

[@allisont3159]

I will miss Joka and her floof, but it's good to see the herd adjusting and adapting to her departure, especially little Mocha. And I couldn't help but laugh when Lena cracked the fence, then hurried away like 'Nope, wasn't me!'

[@StableHorseTraining]

hahaha... exactly "wasn't me"

[@aryu-bts613]

Haha yeah just rewatched Lena on the fence totally a "Not me didn't do anything" moment 😂 Fence post repair 101 lol

[@StableHorseTraining]

it's not even that bad actually, I looked at it after and there's nothing to do really

[@Martha-s3e]

@@StableHorseTraining where can I see that video

[@leonafaryna7617]

I am sorry Joka had to leave. She really was a valued family member and I think she was happy too. She will be missed as a standout because of her beautiful colour, fluffy head and special demeanour. I think she will miss her buddies and you as well. I believe she had really found a home where she was valued. It’s been interesting listening to your insight on the situation. Have a happy day, Graeme😉

[@Martha-s3e]

What happened to her I haven't had a phone for a while so I don't know what happened

[@leonafaryna7617]

@@Martha-s3e she was not Graeme’s, and she went elsewhere to live. I hope she will be happy in her new home.

[@Martha-s3e]

@@leonafaryna7617 that is so sad but I think she was David's right but I hope she's happy wherever she goes 🤞🤞 Momo will miss her the most and she kelt the others in line

[@leonafaryna7617]

@@Martha-s3e You are so correct, she was a little prize package 💝

[@lindaburnette675]

We shall definitely miss little Joka, the mighty little Islandic. She held her own in your little herd. I'm sure you and all your horse family will miss her. I hope she's treated as good as you treated her in her new home.

[@user-xx8hq5it8r]

Roni seems to have changed his behaviour a bit as he's not as close to Lena but the herd certainly seem more chilled than usual. It's good that they aren't too stressed by Joka leaving. Nice to watch Annie and Mocha getting on so well. Hope Joka is happy at her new home

[@cheriethievin9243]

😟for me a moment of sad, your beautiful horses carry on tho... ❤ and so do we all, take care Graeme.

[@judithsnook1139]

I can really see the Canadian Horse heritage in Mr Wilde; he is a magnificent animal!

[@ciaragrey5523]

Mr. Wild almost looks like he has peanut butter in his mouth😂

[@ducksamok1716]

So fun to watch the horses. They each have their own little antics and all need a scratch. Soo cute 💕

[@Smileveryday20]

They definitely know something is up. I am going to miss Joka! She was so cute n that fluff.

[@Mahmah476]

I wonder if Roni is working to reclaim his herd leader status. Think he's going to have his hands full with Annie, though. Love, love, love seeing Gracie expanding her social circle.

[@paulasmith8324]

It would be great if Mocha and Annie could be friends. It looks promising. I really enjoyed spending time with your herd again. Everyone has their unique personalities.

[@kathyleung1235]

We will miss Joka!

[@asherdem2105]

I think Mocha has been the beneficiary of Yoka's conversation skills, overall wisdom, and confidence, but I also think she depended on Yoka a little too much. I was always surprised how Yoka tolerated Mocha's shenanigans and always defended her from day one of being introduced to the herd. It reminded me of my neighbor's herd of horses when i was a teenager, some 30 years ago. The alpha horse was this amazing mare, very sweet and calm around people but would push any herd member around at anytime, she was definitely the boss. And when she foaled, her filly instantly inherited a high position in the herd. A couple years later he sold a few horses, and a friend of the family bought that mare for his teenage daughter who started cross country and show jumping with her (she got a good home). But that little filly went to top in the hierarchy within a couple years. She was also a very sweet, good minded horse who loved being with people. I always thought it was so interesting how she inherited that position from her mom, and I think Yoka really acted the same way with Mocha. 🧐 very interesting Sherlock

[@StableHorseTraining]

Agreed. She's already adjusting to the change quite quickly and I don't think Luke appreciates the shadow as much as she wish he would :)

[@user-tg6cj6cu9d]

Enjoy this video Graham very much. It sounds as if from what you did not say that Yoka fans will not hear any updates.

[@StableHorseTraining]

I don't expect to hear about her ever again.

[@catherineniew7457]

@@StableHorseTraininggosh, thats sad about joka - hope she’ll be happy with new friend(s)!

[@StableHorseTraining]

it is, and I hope she finds happy places and friends too.

[@pennywebb867]

​@@StableHorseTrainingsorry for that. As usual, you approached the entire situation with your usual empathy - moving Mocha in with Luke, etc.

This was super interesting to watch subtle changes with the herd. They all seemed pretty chill in this video. Meatball really is a great nickname for Mr. Wilde!

[@ambersemona9676]

I wonder how Joka’s behavior has been without her herd? 🥺🫶🏼🤔

[@cherylcampbell593]

I have to wonder how Joka is making out without this herd, she lost 7 friends at once, where as your herd lost one. Hopeful she will be just fine after some time. Thanks for sharing this, love watching the herd.

[@StableHorseTraining]

Horses tend to adjust quite quickly I've found. They just seem to live in the moment and make the best of things.

[@judithsnook1139]

I bet if you got out the curry comb they would stand in line!

[@StableHorseTraining]

Absolutely!

[@deborahcornell171]

Hope the changes go well for the herd & especially for Joka at her new home. I've been a subscriber for a couple of years & Joka was there when I found your channel. But I've never asked, how long was she with you? I know it's a big change for you too. Hugs to all from way down here in Kentucky. 🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵✨️🩵

[@StableHorseTraining]

It's been a few years I think... I can't recall exactly

[@martineinfrance]

@@StableHorseTraining I think around 4 years...

[@sidilicious11]

Luke seems subdued.

[@aryu-bts613]

I think the horses definitely live in the moment, like Joka her Book of life- Ch1- Life before here Ch2- at Graeme's Ch3- Next place to be living life. No doubt they'll be fine. Annie very demanding for attention & scratches lol. Gracie has made lots of progress from her initial years its been interesting to see her grow. Hope Luke & Mocha do well in shared paddock.

[@SunnySunshineField]

Thank you for the update ❤ It was so interesting to watch. I’m likely wrong but seem to remember Joka being a pretty good co-groomer - tho can’t recall if this was just with MoMo or if Joka spread the love. I will miss her subtle quiet cues and her floof.

[@meercatt]

Awww Joka will be missed 😢 Annie seems to be the wild card of the herd. Maybe she needs to spend some time in Roni’s calm pen .. it sure helped Gracie. 🤷🏻‍♀️😊💚

[@danarmour303]

It's like each one is coming up to tell you someone is missing.

[@StableHorseTraining]

nah, each one is coming up to say "SCRATCH ME NOW HUMAN!"

[@kh7794]

This is going to be a substantial jockeying for position. I feel for mocha. I hope they can get it sorted fast and find another great peacekeeper and gentle leader.

[@marysquires7321]

Thanks so much for showing us your amazing horses & how well you train them

[@jillsimmons110]

I've missed you and your herd Love love love you

[@mikeshanermusic]

My emotions can't take it. I'll miss Joka too much to watch this one. I'll be back for sure though. I don't know how you do it.

[@kellygalvin7775]

Aw they do seem a little subdued, hope the queen fluff is happy where she’s gone , I thought it was a nice touch of Rooni messing with Mr Wildes notoriously beautiful legs , Joka and the girls would normally do that , do you think he was just saying it’s ok ?

[@StableHorseTraining]

I have no idea to be honest. I assumed they just taste good or something.. it's weird.

[@kellygalvin7775]

@@StableHorseTraining 😂

[@martineinfrance]

It must have been hard for you to attend to Joka's departure. Each time the horses have seen a horse load on the trailer they've screamed, and also when the trailer returned! They are conscious but out of sight they think about something else.. I think. Also you do not always put everybody together in the arena, so they are used to one missing.. Sad end though .. 😢

[@StableHorseTraining]

It's sad for a few reasons and yes the departure was pretty tough.

[@martineinfrance]

@@StableHorseTraining I can imagine😐 and she has been here for so long.. She was part of the family. A remarkable mare, cool and steady, always in equal mood as Icelandic are.. This is life...

[@kimberlybertrand2733]

Thanks for sharing how everyone's adjusting. MoMo will be fine without a doubt. She has the best dad and herd. 🙌 Sidenote...I've noticed that Gracie has come SO far, she has really calmed down it seems. Everyone is gorgeous and a ton of fun to watch. Can't wait for more videos

[@pennywebb867]

No kidding!! He only had to wrap the halter around her neck and took it off once gate was open. She wandered in slowly... Matching her with protector Roni was genius. It also served to "wean" him from Lena. Very healthy and interesting and healthy herd. ❤❤❤

[@sasmythe9350]

Oh, no. There is a disturbance in the space time continuum. I am so sad that Yoka left. I love all your horses but the herd was not the herd without her leadership. Who will emerge now?

[@hazellove2144]

🧡🕊 Crocs in the midst of a herd? 😮

[@StableHorseTraining]

everyday pretty much

[@kkdoc7864]

I find it interesting that Roni isn’t glued to Lena like he used to be.

[@StableHorseTraining]

It's true, I guess he feels like he can wander around a bit more maybe. That's the second most obvious change to me

[@tanou5019]

17:49 Interesting how Roni stood there with Mocha and then the “leg care” he gave to Mr. Wilde at 20:40, with Luke joining in later. Correct me if I’m reading too much into it, he seems to have an instinct who needs some attention. Both Mocha and Mr. Wilde were friends with Joka. Mr. Wilde is hilarious with his tongue. Poor guy ate something. (Maybe) crazy idea for a next post: A horsey neigh quiz.

[@kh7794]

With who is remaining, do you now own them all or are any of them boarders?? I thought from the start you owned them. Sad to see little Icelandic girl go.

[@StableHorseTraining]

They're all mine now, which means nobody is leaving.

[@bonblue4993]

It seems like Annie is the one the most affected since she keeps coming to you like she wants some hugs because she knows Yoka is gone and she is grieving.

[@StableHorseTraining]

No, Annie just wants scratches, don't read in to it too much here. She does that to me every single day all day.

[@jeffcokenour3459]

You have a great channel and beautiful horses. What I can't figure out is how they don't knock down that fence? You have one board across the top. My horses would have escaped from that on day one

[@StableHorseTraining]

They like it here, no reason to bust the fence.

[@pennywebb867]

​@@StableHorseTrainingescape to where? 😂 every place is a happy place...

[@Lazy_Onyon]

Do you have any plans or expect to have another horse any time soon? Temporarily or not. I wish to see a character like Maya (Maja?) again

[@StableHorseTraining]

I don't have any plans to get another horse in here that isn't mine.

[@elt.214]

Is Joka’s new home close to your stables?

[@StableHorseTraining]

no

[@cathynewyork7918]

You have many beautiful horses. Do you ever ride them?

[@StableHorseTraining]

thanks! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aanUnp2tbtt9prc

[@cathynewyork7918]

@@StableHorseTraining Thank you for sending me the video link. I watched it. That is a pretty trail around your beautiful property. Nice.

[@kheeshagilbert3693]

Will Yoka ever return or is she gone home for good

[@StableHorseTraining]

She won’t be back unfortunately

[@poyznelf]

I pray everyone is okay in regards to the sirens.

[@vanMaanenvakantiehuizen]

Hi, I just bought your course, but when i login I get the message i haven't bougt the course. Sent you an email but it bounced back. Could you please help me out?

[@StableHorseTraining]

send an email to [e-mail] please

[@jeannehenslick9465]

They understand the loss. Not the why, where, etc. They know she is gone. Horses are a disposable commadity to humans. We have no respect for their feelings or concerns. Dont get attached to these horses. They will get sold off as well in time. No such thing as a forever home for them. Just until people get board and get rid of them like trash.😢 Sorry, but its true.

[@judithsnook1139]

Too often, what you say is true. That is why there are so many horse sanctuaries cropping up, run by people who do care. There are still responsible owners, like Graham, who try to do the right thing, but sometimes an owner’s situation changes and animals are no longer an option.

[@StableHorseTraining]

Agreed. To some people, horses very much are just sold to the highest bidder or disposed of if that's too much trouble as they're too much trouble for the person. I'd say that's the majority of most horses' lives unfortunately.

[@martineinfrance]

@@StableHorseTraining and they are disposed of like merchandise with no consideration for their feelings to be abruptly separated from their herd or buddies... This is so sad.

[@StableHorseTraining]

To the benefit of the human, not the horse. Nobody gets rid of their dog or cat that way, but horses, always seem to be expendable.

[@martineinfrance]

@@StableHorseTraining yes, they abandon their cats or dogs sometimes looking for a good home for them, but most of the times in the most crual ways for their pets. For horses they have no consideration that they are herd animals needing horses companionship. When they are sport horses, only their commercial value is taken into account!

[@chuckprophitt4976]

I really hope yoka will be ok. What a shame that her owner didn't leave her with u. Doesn't make any sense to up root the sweet girl

[@StableHorseTraining]

The cost in time and money is beyond me to take on another horse. It wasn’t offered, but if it was I would have declined as it’s not responsible to take on more horses at this time.

[@lindaburnette675]

Mr. Wild is such a character! 😂 What was he eating with all that tongue action...something that didn't taste good or was irritating. Go get a drink Meatball! 😂😂