We Rescued 4 Draft Horses from Auction | Horse Shelter Heroes S3E6

[@51Saffron]

the Amish are notorious for their cruel treatment to their horses and their puppy mills.

[@trishbluedorn1806]

Agreed. PLEASE contact your respective LEGISLATORS and let them know that we have to SHUT DOWN PUPPY MILLS .... NOW!!! PLEASE .... Your congress person and your 2 senators .... and KEEP WRITING, CALLING and REMINDING THEM TO SHUT DOWN PUPPY MILLS! ❤

[@daisycocoa2557]

Wow 😮. Didn’t know that

[@daisycocoa2557]

Great show. Subscribed!❤

[@jeanettecoleman-mz7ie]

NOTHING special about amish, so much hidden STUFF!!🤬

[@virgo1986ful]

Yeah I agree

[@maryjanepate4359]

Keith is a hard worker, he doesn't get the recognition he deserves.

[@karenpiotte90]

Seems like he's pretty much building the Vet Barn by himself!

[@sallywaites8517]

Maybe he isn't so keen on being in the limelight.

[@humaneleaguelancPA]

Bravo Keith! You are doing an excellent job on the new building!

[@humaneleaguelancPA]

@@karenpiotte90 That is what I thought!

[@gingerbaker4579]

Thing is, Keith, like most people who are genuinely hard workers doesn't need it. They do as they're asked because they have good hearts and, more importantly, they take pride in their work. They don't need limelight & other such nonsense because the MOST IMPORTANT pat on the back comes from themselves.... nobody else. It's people who don't take pride in their work, who need their hands held and others praising even the most insignificant of their achievements, who need limelight.

[@teresapratt30]

Tawny I'm in Florida. There is a slaughter house in Fort Lauderdale, they say it's closed but it is not. We don't have a place but the auction to surrender a horse too. Regardless the owners situation. We need you to help all of us. I rescued 2 horses in Tampa. We're a lady with diabetes was buying feed instead of medicine. She had no one and no where to surrender. Her daughter reached out to me to help her. Be the answer, tell people who to reach out too. Give a phone number to call for help in every state, instead of saying people take to the slaughter pipeline for (whatever). You are a blessing, keep rescuing

[@lynn7086]

Well said. They must be an advocate for every State. Setting up a telephone number for those wishing to surrender is a must to save these precious creatures from auction and slaughter houses

[@XxShellyW13xX]

Horse auctions were the same way 40 years ago. I sat with tears running down my face as my heart was breaking. And back then, there were no shelters or safe places for the horses to go. I seen a little Shetland pony with hooves that were curled back into his legs, and they had to pull/push him through the ring, because he couldn't walk. People were actually angry and hollering at them for doing what they did. He sold for $5. Whatever happened to him I'll never know. I just hope that he was given the last act of kindness quickly. I have not been back to a horse auction since, I would end up in jail.

[@introvertedequinesamsara6593]

*Could we have a whole video decided to the rehab and retraining of the Big Lick stallion please* 😬

[@carolgorton5615]

Please explain what is Big lick. Is that a racing horse

[@Mady-qh2bk]

@@carolgorton5615 search it itsabuse

[@le87]

The mare that was too aggressive and violent to even be around humans was still very lucky to have gone home from the auction with you. She would have suffered horrifically if she'd been handled by the auction pipeline, the auction staff, the slaughterhouse staff. Her pain would have been much worse if she hadn't gone home to your rescue. I'm sorry she couldn't be saved, but you guys did the right thing for her.

[@EvanBear]

Imagine being scared out of your mind already and then put through the rough handling they do at those slaughterhouses. She met a much kinder fate.

[@Lizzard2060]

She likely had something wrong with her to be that aggressive as even many "aggressive horses" don't go after people without any warning or noticeable behavior changes you can predict (ears pinned, getting into your space, charging forward in a stall, etc.) which normally indicates a neurological issue and not a training issue. The slaughter pipeline would not care and would say she was disobedient or disrespectful and would have used excessive force. Glad she is resting peaceful now.

[@cybilm133]

Maybe she was simply scared. Wish you would have given her time to settle down. I would have left her alone for a month.

[@Lizzard2060]

@@SecretLemonadeDrinker First, where? BLM is getting rid of their land and their horses by rounding up more and more and selling them each year. BLM doesn't have the funding and public backing it did years ago. Secondly, there is not always a good chance of survival rate for a domesticated horse who could possibly need shoes or at least need farrier work to magicly be "OK" wearing their feet down and be totally OK in the wild. What herd would just take in some new violent mare and how do we know the BLM would not just round her up and sell her to someone next year? It's a childlike ask and I would have to double check but potentially illegal as well. Also, Kill buyers do go to BLM Auctions and buy up horses and take them over the border to slaughter. A single horse is also unlikely to survive on it's own and could end up hurting any person that it comes across and if they go "that was the mare from Horse Plus that killed our BLM Agent on his rounds" they are getting sued or closed. I hope this answers your question as to why. We don't have the herds of majestic mustangs running across the US anymore. We have people who want housing and our mustang population has some serious health issues and is being downsized all of the time.

[@Lizzard2060]

@@cybilm133 Fear reactivity is something that you can see in body language. The horse is responding to an external stimuli such as people moving. They would shy away or give some warning of discomfort such as bulking or saying with body language "I'm not Sure/Comfortable with this" before attacking. The issue was that the attacks were completely unpredictable and she did it without warning and for no apparent reason. Since horses are prey animals when given enough room to move away from something they fear they normally do move away and not attack, bite, etc. The fact she attacked several staff was of great concern as well as the trainer who imo does seem to know how to handle a tougher horse and send them off. Why not keep her for a month? First, I believe they couldn't fully vaccinate her which if you are coming from auction there is a SIGNIFICANT risk of equine diseases that run through those places hence the quarantine period that they place the horses in before they even allow them with other horses. We are talking one sick horse can come in from an auction having gone there not ill and picked up Strangles and brought it back to your barn and all of your horses get it and need antibiotics every single day with puss oozing from their necks. Your water and feed buckets can't even be shared with non quarantine horses it is that easily spread. If she gets sick you can't treat her because she can't be safely handled. Next issue, where do you put her and how do you actually care for her? You can't stall her for a month as that needs to be cleaned and she needs exercise so that means people interacting with her and potentially getting bit, kicked, and just plain hurt. They have a large quarantine pasture but putting her with other horses can be a risk as well as a large area because people may come in and get the other horses for medical treatments to farriers or to even just pet and she would charge through that fence. Unless they were set up for an aggressive horse or had a mustang pen there is nowhere she may not get loose and hurt someone and that would be on them. I wish they all could be rescued but unless you want to donate about $10K for the type of safe pen she would need for a horse like that and the staff were willing to work with an aggressive horse who may still need to be put down then they really are left with no other options. She would also be isolated from other horses in that pen and one staff member would need to feed and bring her water and this would be someone who was well educated in horses and willing to risk their own safety. Normally people who take on this job have that kind of mustang ring at their own home IF they are willing to take on the challenge and they know the risks involved. It is living with that horse and devoting a massive amount of time to a horse they don't know is fixable. It would be like the trainer ignores every other horse there and only deals with her for as long as they are willing to foot the bill so other horses would pay for it in the end as they don't have trainers lined up to help train horses for free. You also have liability like she spoke of where someone taking food and water to this horse which would need to be a trainer/highly educated horse person could get injured just bringing her food and water and they own the horse so the liability for this person's injuries is solely on them. Say the person is badly hurt and this horse wont let you near the injured person, she gets put down in the spot and the medical bills could be massive or loss of life and equine insurance for a facility only covers so much and not usually aggressive animals. For them to put such significant resources, time, energy, and take into account the MASSIVE RISK involved, IF the trainer felt comfortable with this option, it just does not balance out to actually do it. The risk assessment is just too great for severe bodily injury to a person vs the chance of recuperation. As horses who normally behave in incredibly unpredictable ways that are not like a horse or prey animal and without warning in their body language normally have a neurological issue that is not "fixable" and can't be overcome with training. Horses can be aggressive but they still normally pin their ears back and let you know they are going to bite you, kick you, charge you, etc. so it's the lack of predictability that is of key importance here.

[@kennikitty]

I'm so glad none of the drafts had to be euthanized. They often seem to come in basically worked until they broke down, but those four don't look too bad. I hope they make it.

[@rachellelandman2787]

Love day of you guys out of office bro I can think of the time but a man who has been taken to be a job in my off the run up no he is no I don't know your your own God is not too bad about to get a out love you Boy 👦 unnh under

[@bashali696]

I just watched one of the latest videos on this channel and I saw this lovely draft who had to be put down because of the most horrific leg injury. I’m so sad. I felt sick about how anyone could let that beautiful creature come down to that stage.

[@Cloudy4Days]

Man, that donkey that knew what apples are has me bawling now. Someone had to teach it what apples were, and they likely cared about him

[@alayamcgill7166]

A HUGE thank you to you all who rescue these horses. I live in Canada and am ashamed that horse slaughter is not outlawed in our country as it has been in America. Please pray that this changes!!!

[@vgil1278]

Our politicians would rather spend time on things that don't matter. Pronouns are SO IMPORTANT while our countries go down the toilet. Ukraine's borders have our soldiers helping out, while our country is wide open for drugs, child sex trade, people in dangerous gangs, people sick with the latest disease. We pray and we will keep praying. Why won't the republicans get serious and fight for us?

[@sandramessenger2044]

Im from Kitchener Ontario Canada I'm horrified that slaughter houses are not outlawed in Canada as well.

[@michellewells971]

Slaughter may be outlawed here, but shipping them off inhumanely is not. Our laws need to be much stronger to protect animals.

[@lorismall5465]

I'm also Canadian and I fee the same.🇨🇦

[@scruffy16100]

In Canada they breed and feed out big Belgians for slaughter. Many are shipped to Japan.

[@kimmieb8376]

The drafts looked pretty bonded. Those poor guys have worked hard their whole lives to end up at an auction. I’m so excited the they are in decent shape abs hopefully find a good home. That little white donkey stole my heart. What a sweet little soul.

[@mamad3170]

So good having Jenna on the team. The horses are so lucky to have such good care as soon as you buy them. Keep up the good work all!

[@jennalvmt2770]

Thank you! I am so thankful to be on this team and saving these precious lives! ❤

[@humaneleaguelancPA]

Yes, I agree! Jenna is a wonderful part of the Team! I really enjoy her and her knowledge, she really knows her stuff and she is very caring!

[@dreamcatcher3861]

@@jennalvmt2770 you’re incredible 🙏🏻 I love your empathy, it’s obvious in each horse you treat, they all get equal love and care. Being a veterinary technician must be an extremely difficult job emotionally but I can imagine,every life saved makes it all worth while. Thank you for all you do in helping these beautiful animals heal and easing their suffering. You’re an angel. 🙏🏻🌻🌻🌻

[@TracyD2]

@@jennalvmt2770 Thank you for your care and compassion lovely lady.

[@gingerbaker4579]

@@dreamcatcher3861 Stop praising, start donating. That means a lot more than words.

[@sheliadavis4419]

Praying for healing for doc and all the horses

[@drosefrison]

Where’s my Doc? I know he had a procedure but like where’s my dude???

[@lexjohnson0803]

All the horses you guys adopt I make little endings to their stories. The draft horses become therapy horses for veterans, the paint becomes a western pleasure show horse, the white mini gets to be loved by little girls and the standardbred gets to be a pasture mate to live his life out as a true horse. I think it's nice to imagine them in their dream homes, it's all we want for them!

[@vgil1278]

lex johnson- What a great thing to do! In a perfect world, your stories would be the real outcome!

[@MerelvandenHurk]

That's so sweet! You're manifesting their happy endings! 💖

[@lorettaclifford406]

Sorry, but the animal rights activists that shut down horse slaughter in this country, are largely responsible for the horrible conditions many of these animals show up in at auction. Instead of being able to take an animal to a local slaughter, where they do have to be humanely disposed of, they instead forced slaughter buyers to cram these animals into huge double decker trucks to make itfinancially viable to travel the huge distances the now have to go to reach borders to other countries that realize life isn't all rainbows and unicorn farts. This means animals are crammed in as tight as they can get, which means more injuries and deaths, if an animal falls during transport, they can't get up, a d will be repeatedly trampled, and animal transporters will also go to the next closest auction to see if they can unload more horses they weren't able to sell at the last ones. I have owned horses my entire life and kept them until age or bad injury required humane euthanasia, but not everyone has that option! Many are forced by finances to bring their horses to auction, or since the govt makes it more difficult for people to euthanize and bury on their own property, slaughter was a necessary evil, but it was far more humane in this country than in others and now the animal rights activists caused far more harm than good, Because they never consider the whole process or the alternatives. And if you block people from crossing borders with horses for slaughter, that will again cause more damage to horses, who will end up being shot and dumped or turned loose to femd for themselves.

[@LouiseStastny]

HSH doesn't make up endings, they create real ones

[@lynn7086]

Simply being horses is all we want for them.

[@geminidream4347]

WoW, lightening does strike twice! LOL Another person donating on the spot. THANK YOU!

[@didntlistendad]

Maybe it’s an overview of some previous shorter clips?

[@geminidream4347]

@@didntlistendad I don't think so, but I would have to try and find the old one to compare. I'm hoping it's not though and that someone saw the condition of horses and said this is not for me to buy and just handed that money over to the rescue. Trust me, Horse Plus is actually buffering what they show and this is horrific enough! If you have ever attended one, you'll know what I mean! What you can see there are the things straight out of nightmares! It even provoked me to want to become violent and hunt down the people that allowed this! Way out of character for a nonviolent person such as myself. If you do plan on attending one, word of advice, don't have supper before you go, it won't stay down long!!!

[@didntlistendad]

@@geminidream4347 I adopted an exquisite, loving and highly intelligent golden retriever from a forced breeding/ starvation situation. I still think of knitting a balaclava and going on a puppy mill rescue mission. Cannot abide animal cruelty. So yes I hear you. Have you seen a film called Powder? A shooter is forced to experience the pain felt by the deer he just killed. O I wish. Anyway thank goodness for Horse Plus. They walk well the line between truth and an ugliness so painful it would turn us all away.

[@geminidream4347]

@@didntlistendad Agreed on the animal cruelty! I dunno how where Horse Plus is that they don't seem to have any! And where there is, the law does not prosecute higher methods of punishment for!!! No, I have not seen Powder, but like you, I wish that would happen!!! I learned this from my parents at a very early age using the Powder technique. LOL Nothing abusive. Like if we held our pet and they wanted to get away, mom or dad would hold us so we could see what it felt like to have a bigger person have control over a smaller one. Come to think about this, I believe that was why none of us were bullies. : )

[@didntlistendad]

@@geminidream4347 yes- your parents ‘educated your imagination’. Interestingly so did my father. We visited a convict settlement and he gently told me what they would have experienced- cold, scuttling rats, prickly wool garments. He asked me if I would stand in the cell and he would close the door. He left me maybe 30 seconds after I started asking to come out. So I felt a brief flash of abandonment with my wishes irrelevant. Perfect timing- he was a born teacher. I learned deeply but was not traumatised. We were lucky weren’t we.

[@dreamcatcher3861]

Caleb, your media and production is fantastic! You and your media team are doing a fantastic job. I don’t think you get a lot of thanks from the supporters, so I just wanted to say thank you for making these episodes, without you guys, we wouldn’t be able to see all the good things you do. Great job guys! 🙏🏻🌻🌻🌻

[@nancylee1625]

You are right Dream Catcher. I rarely think about the media and production aspect and Caleb is outstanding in that department.❤️

[@humaneleaguelancPA]

Yes, I agree! Not sure if you have new equipment but the quality seems much better or maybe the sun is shining more! You seem like you get a lot of rain in TN!

[@deedyw.wilson1513]

Totally 💯 agree!

[@deedyw.wilson1513]

Wow! I’m amazed at All the many Upgrades all over the place& the super awesome Professional video’s & Media! What fun it is to watch the Slow-Mo to Fast Videos & the precision & quality of everything you’re doing! I’ve had to miss several months of videos due to a Lot of changes in My life but had to Ck. This out when it showed up! It’s soo exciting to see all the many Projects coming together since I last ckd.! Soo Happy to be a Supporter of your Wonderful Organization & Happy to see all the Many animals you’re saving every month! Soo many New Faces too! Keep up the Good work everyone is doing! Those Donkey’s are soo cute & funny! I Love the big Belgian’s/Draft horses❣️Soo Sorry 😢 for the big giant one w/the painful hoof problems ‼️I have to help him out & Wish them All the Best Future❣️♥️❤️‍🩹❤️🙏 Thanks 🙏 Soo much for All you do‼️TTYL

[@marylinsmith4290]

...well, except for the fact that he seems to think that we are more interested in listening to and seeing him prattle on about how he cant show the whole intake process because the video would be too long etc etc etc when actually we are tuned in to see THE HORSES.... previously the videos were much more interesting and relevant.

[@sueshrodes9462]

Thank you for ALL you do for these beautiful souls! Also, huge thank you for speaking publicly against the cruelty of Big Lick....we must all unite to end the plight of those horses.

[@kyleerosee3]

Agreed its disgustingg

[@christinefoster5159]

I just asked about the Amish treatment of horses. The Ami 2:10 sh appear with so many horses at so many auctions, not just Horse Plus video editing events. Shame on them.

[@boitoiful]

OMGosh! I love those Belgian Draft horses. Stunning animals.

[@terrietackett8964]

I recognize the blonde haired lady. You're the one who bravely went into the Big Lick shows with a camera...... Kudos to you !! 💕💕

[@IssaBunny]

Doc is such a sweet man. I hope everything goes well with ur surgery Doc!

[@danielabrugger5915]

Doc ist a great,fantastik horseman I whish all best and a never ending health,all of you lucky days,Till the end of your Lifes,You'res D

[@suzystone244]

Hi Doc. Glad you are back! Even though another surgery to do, you are so positive... a wonderful bedside manner.

[@beth-annwymore5071]

I'd choose you for my vet and my primary care doc!🐎

[@marissanorth85]

That pig had me cracking up lol but thank you guys for all you do for these animals. I'm disabled and cannot work due to health. Even across a screen this provides animal therapy. Really reduces anxiety. And gives some hope in this dark world.

[@Lynne2106]

Caleb does a great job explaining what is going on.

[@yvonneadams5377]

Hello from Utah. The pigs eat poop sleep, just like a baby. Saved 10 horses before the auction started, super.

[@panda.bear15]

WHY doesnt this channel have more recognition?! They do everything right. C'mon algorithom...

[@juliaelrod2154]

I usually don't donate to charity. Because I can't be sure where the money is really going. But with you guys, I can really see exactly how the money is being used. You're going into next month's budget.💞

[@sandybeck9192]

My daughter had her retina detached from a bike ing accident. I didn’t know how they fixed iit in Germany! That little white pony that jumped out of the trailer had my heart. So gallant. I agree with the last act of kindness for the violent horse. The draft horses are so beautiful.

[@animalcrazee]

Thank you for rescuing these 36 souls. The laws must be changed. I am not sure about banning injured/sick horses at auction, else they would be left to suffer and die by their owners. But close the borders for slaughter. No more.

[@fionahill522]

Those draft horses are beautiful

[@jillking5876]

Thanks for explaining the problem with the horse that was being so unpredictably aggressive. With her aggressiveness being expressed as it was, there has to be an underlying physiological or chemical problem she was suffering from. She at least was able to end her life in some kind of peace. The little white horse was so sweet, and the little horse with cancer on her tail was just painful to watch. Bless her heart. I was extremely glad to see all four drafts were saved. I hope the damaged hooves are able to mend well. Draft horses are my favorite horses of all. They are such gentle giants and deserve far better treatment at the ends of their lives than they get. Thanks, everyone, for all the time and love you give these wounded soldiers with tails. You are their angels.

[@user-yp6zk3ew1q]

I had a detached retina that just happened out of the blue. Also had the surgery with the bubble. It was scary but healed up well. Hang in there Doc!!

[@Christian_Girl120]

Drafts are my favorite horses. They are beautiful animals. I'm so happy you got them. They will have the life they deserve.

[@michellemckinney1513]

That poor baby! The dangerous horse that had to be put down, I think maybe she had been so abused & mistreated before rescue, that she probably associated all humans with pain & torture. It breaks my heart to see animals so badly mistreated. Thank God for Horse Plus & their good works! Y'all are amazing! ❤️❤️❤️

[@charlotteralff769]

Thank you very much for giving unfixable horses the last act of kindness. It's a difficult call, but it's one I have had to do for 3 dogs and 2 cats. A pet owner/guardian should do what is best for the animal they care for, not just dump them at auction. Yea, I've had to pay the vet, but my animals gave me so much live and companionship. It's the least I can do to help their death be less painful when the time comes for that. One dog I waited too long and let her suffer too much, took her to every vet in town without finding out why she was suffering in her old age. Next time around, with an old dog with neurological damage of unknown origin, I took my dog in on Valentine's Day to have her put down. That was the most loving thing I could do for her. I took care of my mother when she was dying and in Hospice care at home. It's what you do when you love a person or animal. You care for them, throughout their life and help them when it's time to die.

[@kathypluger3550]

Through out the years we have had several cats and dogs put to sleep. Everyone was hard, but the family knows it's for the best..we all cried, told stories, missed them for a long time after....most were in the mid to late teens.our last cat I adopted from the humane society, he was 1-1/2yrs old, declawed, (horrible business), neutered and picked me out. Reached through cage to pat my head, meowed and said take me, take me..take me... Lol...Kramer had a great life with us, he loved to play with our dog, loved the 3 kids, hubby and I. After a vet check it was decided he was too sick to carry on (kidney disease)...brought him home cried for 3 days, scheduled his sleeping appt, and cried both during and after...but I held him, and talked and sung to him, as he slowly went to sleep....family cried another 3-4 days, and every so often after that for several months. We figured out, if our math was correct, he lived until he was 20-21 years old. He was loved and cared for..we still miss Kramer...he was a great boy.......had great dogs too. They went to the rainbow Bridge the same way. Still miss them all. Most of our pets were 18-20+ years old. They are all buried in my flower beds. With markers. I still miss them all. Don't let anyone ever tell you that you are doing the wrong thing by giving them a shot of mercy. Better that than to suffer indefinitely. You can tell your workers, donators, and any one else who gives you a hard time about it. Thank you for the tough job you folks do. Love from, Shiocton, Wis. May God bless all of you.

[@beckyd712]

Yes, Tawnee the "backend stuff" is never fun whether it's administrative, rescue OR stable stuff. LOL! Thank you ALL for doing what you do. Wish I could donate more, but living on social security only allows a little. I'll always donate whatever I can just to help you give these beautiful animals a chance; they need and deserve a good home, love and care. (Just like all of us.) LOL! That donkey was like "oh! a nice person with an apple" in the middle of this nightmare! Bless you Tawnee, they ALL need Love! Can't help yall on FB, cannot and will not ever be a FB member. Will support yall in other ways.

[@carolewhite4427]

Hello from the UK, very happy and proud to now be a FB Supporter as well as my other donations. Thank you to all the team for your hard work, love and dedication to these poor horses. I'd like to send a special word of support to Maycee who teared up trying to explain her feelings at seeing the horses suffering at auction for the first time - you're doing an awesome job and making a world of difference to the horses that you can save, thank you, thank you, thank you 💜 xx

[@humaneleaguelancPA]

Yes, Macee, glad you are here. You are human and it can be difficult to see these poor animals. Thanks for making a difference Macee!

[@ClissaT]

If the Palamino mare was in Australia we would use a honey treatment. It was believed that Manuka honey was the only type but now after scientific research, they know that any pure honey will do the same thing. The honey kills any superficial infection and keeps the tissue soft yet allows the wound to breathe. She would get anti-inflammatories for internal help and the honey applied daily or more often if required for external help. A fly spray is necessary if the soil is bare or it is bad weather. Another really good treatment for wounds is Paw Paw Ointment, developed in Australia and made from paw paw or many parts of the world know the fruit as papaya. A man developed it here and it works a treat but I don't know if it is available in other parts of the world. It can heal the worst cases of proud flesh and leave the healed soft tissue almost scar-free.

[@Areyousayingidontknowmyname]

@@littlewiseowl4405 Yes that is a good point. Certain countries have been selling cheap none actual manuka honey. Or with low percentage.

[@lynnhexler-haan3357]

@ Clissa I spent time in Oz & became familiar with Paw- Paw ointment.....I really rate that stuff, it works like magic on superficial burn,grazes & more ! When I left I did a bulk buy, they do sell abroad but the price is exorbitant!

[@manuelakroft5716]

our clinic uses it a lot too!!! it works wonders! we are in the netherlands.

[@xhaltsalute]

Also used in hospital for some skin issues.

[@kyleerosee3]

Wish i had known this or had some when i got my own burns. Fun i learned something totally new to me today thanks

[@chrissteinhelper599]

I really like how you told the story this time. You gave us a lot of information and introduced us to new staff. I could really see all of your love for these beautiful animals and how you treat them with respect and kindness. You are all doing an awesome job working as a team. Love it!!

[@beverlyrobertson6796]

GOD BLESS YOU ALL ,YOU ALL WORK VERY HARD. FROM EAST TENNESSEE.

[@juliaelrod2154]

I love donkeys. They are fierce pasture protectors. And they have loads of personality and character. Love love love them.

[@hopesings4544]

The shots of the auction from high up in the sky are great. Using a drone is highly effective.

[@Pambo101]

Glad to see Doc , praying the surgery goes well!

[@ellenmcintyre1247]

Thank God for you people that look pain in the face and keep going... I'd be bawling my eyes out 😭🤟

[@melodypitman9625]

They all have that relieved look like their asking, "can you fix me?". All soo good!

[@Harlowandfamilyedits]

You guys are pure heroes. Thank you.

[@tannerlong1]

Just like to point out... we got 36 and I guessed 36! 😁🐴🤸‍♂️

[@jennifer1110]

Heartbreaking about the Big Lick stallion. 💔 It is disgusting how those horses are treated.

[@terrillrogers9983]

I would think he could be gelded, his feet brought back to normal and then you’d have a very nice gaited gelding.

[@juliaelrod2154]

People need to boycot any shows with big lick horses. You'd think in this era people had risen above this sort of cruel entertainment. It's gross.

[@CHEESPIZZ]

That big lick is disgusting looks like torcher to the horse

[@RebekkaRN1962]

What is big lick? Sorry but I'm not a horse person & have no idea what this means for the horses?

[@flamewhisker]

@@RebekkaRN1962 It's a cruel and exaggerated version of the Tennessee walking horse's natural gait. Big Lick shows have horses with stacks (basically platform shoes) on their front feet. I believe they are often weighted so the horse has to throw the foot up more. Then in addition to this, they sore the horses ankles with chemicals and then put chains around their ankles. The chains hitting the soreness causes the horse to fling its foot up even more in pain. Many claim they don't sore the animals and that the stacks aren't cruel, but like Tawnee said, they don't get a chance to be a horse because they can't be allowed to go run in a pasture with stacks on. The resulting walk that they have is, imo, horrible looking and is grossly unnatural. If you google it, you'll see what I mean

[@karolsjolund4244]

Selling cancer ridden animals should be investigated! WTF?

[@pjk1714]

No law in place to stop.

[@Areyousayingidontknowmyname]

and a percentage of that would be human consumption. So yea.

[@vgil1278]

I bet that the people who eat horse meat don't know that.

[@pjk1714]

@@vgil1278 Quebec sends overseas and sells for dog food. Horse meat isn't legal in other provinces to eat nor slaughter. Atlas cargo ship live draft horses to Japan for slaughter. People have tried to stop the farm that raises these horses with little success in BC.

[@user-yp6zk3ew1q]

Wow, so many folks on this video criticized your efforts. That’s sad!! You guys keep doing what you’re doing!! There are a bunch of us that disagree with the dissenters!!!

[@GO-xs8pj]

I'll say a prayer that Doc's surgery went perfectly. You guys are doing great work and don't let anyone give you worries about making the hard choices for these horses. There are crazy horses just like there are crazy people and those horses are not fit for adoption. Sometimes horses get brain damage and are just broken and can't be fixed.

[@Grace-z3z7u]

I DEARLY LOVE DOC :)

[@wakingohiomama9110]

That beautiful palomino mare wit;h; the fetlock wound is my horses twin that i owned when i was younger, my sweet girl Ginjer. I literally cried i miss her so so much and i pray for this sweet girl and of course all the other animals.

[@illbeyourstumbleine]

For all the reasons I hate social media, the smaller charities that would never been known by the masses 20 yrs ago now have a following, which equals donation and saving animals, that's the part of social media I love! Just found your channel today and made my first donation. Bless you guys and these beautiful animals.

[@jlevett8259]

Animals, whether big or small are my weakness, they need centres like yours that care enough to rescue and care for the less fortunate ones, some of the stories touched me heart, you are all amazing people, keep up the good work that you do, a huge well done from the UK

[@didntlistendad]

Beautiful animals all- but the draft horses are so special… ❤️

[@paulinefollett3099]

Thanks for rescuing all those precious souls. I am very impressed how you all work as a team to save as many as possible.

[@BB-ev4nk]

Thank you so much and God Bless You all. The little red pony and the little light gray it hurts me to my Soul 😢😢

[@NaunetteMartin]

You are doing a great job for the horse 🐎 and dogs 🐕 and 🐈 and 🐰 Nanette

[@EvanBear]

I wish I had the money to keep a horse, a big gentle draft would be exactly what I'd want. Although I'd definitely need a mounting block for that one considering I'm 1.52m :D That cracked hoof looked really bad.

[@AliceFoxlaf]

😢 unfortunately, i don't use Facebook. I've had my account hacked to many times to trust it anymore. I will be keeping an eye out for KZbin ways to support you, along with your online website ❤. Thank you guys for doing all of this ❤❤

[@karen81986]

Thankyou for rescuing these precious animals

[@eyesup9542]

I love that Tawnee says gnarly…my children look at me with blank stares when I use that word 😦😁. Great job all and thank you lots 💕💕

[@morticiaheisenberg9679]

Love from Washington state. I really hope we can get Biglick stopped!! There are so many things we need fixed. But it would be great to win that for starters. I love you guys and all you do for these sweet babies. 💖💖💖

[@jlj2984]

Just came across this. Y'all doing great work. Nothing but respect.

[@sheilamcinerney4291]

The people and I use that lightly,to let horses donkeys to get in that state should be ashamed of themselves. The love and kindness you give to those animals is wonderful, ye all are true heroes. I'm in Ireland 🇮🇪 hope to go on your site to buy something soon. Keep up the great work you all do.

[@godswarrior2952]

The new vet is very knowledgeable, y'all keep her around too, I like how she explains in great detail.

[@Bianka_Taylor]

No amount of money could ever make me think about sending my babies to an auction! I'd rather use all the money I have to make sure they get the last act of kindness to peacefully pass away. My standardbred came from an auction and he was the first horse I have actually seen still with the multiple auction tags on him, thankfully he was rescued and landed in a peaceful home with me being spoiled and loved for the rest of his days. I can't thank Horse Plus enough for giving animals a second chance at life even if it only for a short time for those who are too sick.

[@terrillrogers9983]

Loved seeing the rescue of so many donkeys. Miss seeing the in-depth coverage of the in-take process back at the shelter vs watching so much of the auction.

[@ApequH]

I'd actually like to see both (would not mind a 2 hour episode). But if I had to chose I'd prefer the in-take

[@vgil1278]

@@ApequH We might be asking way too much of these people. You'd rather they spent the $$ on the horses-right?

[@3_times_mum520]

Love Sarah s face when she found out about the animals coming in😊👍

[@pjk1714]

Sure hope Doc fended well with his surgery. Also hope they had an idea why it happened to reduce chance of recurrence. The entire process isn't easy. Please share an update to the viewer. He is such a kind soul. Glad the draft have a chance. Long road with those hooves, but capable care you can provide. After that walker gets the nip, giving him a couple mares to put him in line my help. Make him safer as he learns socialization and boundaries. Border states need to select elected officials to stop transfer to Mexico and Canada. We need help to make that difference. Our wants aren't blocking. NY doesn't want them and have attempted to stop before border but kill buyers dump before being pulled over. Until NO is the vote, Ontario won't step up. Please make a difference one border at a time.

[@vgil1278]

Please let us know when voting comes up. If they don't advertise, we don't find out.

[@amylieber3988]

You guys are so amazing and thank God for you and your love for these poor animals. It just breaks my heart the look of pure fear in their eyes as you guys are running them out to be loaded up. They don't realize they're on their way to paradise. Most have probably never had any kindness or love. You guys give each one that. It's amazing how they rest their heads against you all even though they're terrified. Horses are so loving and forgiving. The look of pure joy when they come off the trailers onto your beautiful property is priceless. Please keep being the amazing people you all are.

[@n1njatuber]

I’m sorry I just can’t. Two days ago I saw a video of yours for the first time. I was so happy to see animals being helped. As I continued watching, I learned they were being saved from an auction where people buy them for slaughter!?! My heart sank. This video is the second video I’ve watched and I just can’t watch anymore. What you’re doing is wonderful, no doubt about that and I’m so grateful and happy for the animals you have helped but heart breaks for them. I’m so happy to see most will be ok. I’ve cried loving happy tears because they’ve been given a chance to live a better life, some will be adopted…but my heart can’t take it when an animal has to be put down, especially after the roller coaster of being taken to an auction, saved from the auction, then put down and it’s not going to end, there will be more. Thank God for you! You guys are tough enough to handle it, I can’t. Shame on whoever allowed these animals to be left in this condition only to sell them to an auction for profit rather than love that animal and help them heal. Keep doing what you’re doing and I will do what I can to help those animals that come across my path. God bless you all and God help me. You have something I don’t have. In the privacy of my mind my thoughts lack self control, imagining hunting down whoever hurt or neglected these animals. I’m not a big operation but those animals that come into my life or cross paths with me in whatever way, I will NOT be quiet or sit back and watch something happen without saying and doing something to help them. We are their voices. Dear God.. they listen to us, have learned to depend on us… and people treat them this way?!?! No sir.

[@cheryl_the_horsechick]

great video! love to see the horses looked at by the vets. my heart breaks each time. to be so cruel to animals. geez. the eyes of the horses says it all. 🙁 thank you for saving them. i’ll donate as soon as i can again.

[@helenabiesma5560]

brilliant thank God you are now saving 100s - you should be so proud of what you have achieved in the growing knowledgeable rescue scene already - another day is another rescue story to begin - love the program and I am glad doc is back

[@melissawarfield]

Good to have a vet on site. Horses are not ours to abuse like the Big Lick stallion. Horses deserve to be treated with kindness and love

[@dianebradshaw7955]

keith does not get the recognition that he deserves he is a very hard worker

[@anndiederich1991]

This was a fantastic video, well edited, just a joy to watch your amazing team.

[@carlaloganmercer6855]

I think with the media team you have now everyone is so much more informed. Which is important to have people see. The conditions are horrific . I am so glad you can get what you can. Even if you have to give the last gift of kindness. It is done with love and Grace and you are able to do it yourselves. Most should have been given the last gift of kindness way before you see them.

[@marshamccarn4030]

So true 😢so true 🙏✌️

[@morganpupper2324]

CJ LOL "the pigs were a little dramatic" best line

[@xxJanixx90]

I would not be able to do this. Seeing all this suffering and being not able to rescue them all. I have huge respect for your work, thank you!

[@agfillion1]

On the white horse I’d clear up the infection with antibiotics and then pack the wound with sugar. It helps with granulation and regrowth of new skin.

[@lilianmcguigan9240]

I know it is futile to hate, but the people who neglected these animals, and then put them in auction are very good candidates for a hate list.

[@beckyd712]

I don't waste energy on a "hate list"; I just know that karma DOES work and it does come back around when they least expect it. Those who abuse animals are setting themselves up for terrible things to come. Don't stand too close!

[@bessmulholland5805]

The people who put the horses in that suitiation,need to poop in that situation too

[@albertaoutlaw3597]

Thank goodness there is these awesome people to take these beautiful, loving animals. I swear there are humans who should never ever be allowed to have another animal ever again. When I worked on the Falkland Ranch B.C. Canada ( ranch got sold woo hoo), the rodeo horses that were bought from an auction where not being treated for infections made me sick to my stomach.

[@familypilcher5102]

You are amazing!all work so hard

[@robertajack2783]

The big boys are so awesome. Thank you For rescuing them. 🐴💖🐴💖

[@pontevedra660]

Animals feel afraid, fear others, and suffer greatly when they are hurt through their feelings, or through torture, just as we do. But they are kind and gentle by nature.... humans are mostly cruel monsters.

[@bsbhimrasmus]

I love draft horses. They are just beautiful and I love how giant they are.

[@Gothikah]

Always feels so good to see a new episode and see new animals rescued. It warms my heart and I often tear up because I know they will go to an amazing home and have the best care they could possibly get

[@DelilahVicious]

Thank you for being angels to all these beautiful animals.

[@mariagillinson8527]

Sara is so delightful, her happy attitude makes my day. Really lovely people!

[@RedHybiscus]

Draft horses are my jam! Seriously!!

[@NathonSmith]

Give them to these people

[@NaunetteMartin]

It is sad bad about the big lick to do to that horse but you guys can take the big lick a give a good home for the horse Nanette

[@staceytroffer8287]

I adore donkeys. They are amazing animals and can bond with a human.

[@danitaheilig6129]

I have tears in my eyes watching all these precious creatures and the amazing work y’all do. ❤️ HPHS!

[@DS-ky9dl]

Wonderful video. Your team is great, everything is going so smooth now. Welcome back to Doc...hope your surgery goes fine.

[@jocelynbryan2215]

12:15 it was so funny seeing the piggies being woken up to a good morning song 🤣❤️

[@gwentofanelli2977]

Thank you Jenna..

[@clarejenkins2422]

A really informative, delightful but heartbreaking episode at the same time. Loved meeting some of your staff this time round and shout out to Caleb! You all do such amazing work and your dedication and empathy astounds me. I cry nearly all the way through your videos lolz ... both sad and happy tears. Much love to you all from New Zealand 🇳🇿 you truly are heroes to all of these animals you rescue.

[@kiracattan4624]

Nice drone imagery. My heart breaks with every horse that can't be saved. Please, keep saving these beautiful animals.

[@loribonner6884]

Love you guys and the work you do👍💯❤️