When Horses Attack Part 1, Mike Hughes, Auburn California

This is a preview on when horses attack out of being defensive. This stallion was abused in the past by his old owners and when his new owners bought him they had me come out and help this stallion over come his past. After about a year he became a very nice stallion to be around and ride. To see this full video subscribe to my members page at mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv and watch 300+ horse training videos where every lesson is broke down into steps you and your horse can learn in a calm relaxed manner.

[@bayliemeeker4275]

Tons of respect for keeping a cool head and being so patient after a bite like that. Good work, we need more horsemen and women with this mindset.

[@_The.Reverend.]

That "testing" bite was probably a key moment so he'd be able about learning to trust you.I grew up by horses, my respect to you, Sir.

[@Marcoeful]

He is doing great today and no longer has those issues, he had become a great stallion with trust and confidence mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@dynodish]

I've never had a horse bite me like that! I'd go back to him, but, with wet pants.

[@kaylaspangle9148]

Dang that bite had me cringing. Takes guts and pure knowledge here. And I admit I wouldn't know how to deal with a horse from this situation. He's beautiful and glad he's in good hands

[@Amira79]

Heartbroken for him, but now he's in great hands. Respect for what you're doing, guys.

[@holidaypony4381]

That horse is gorgeous it's really sad that people abuse animals and act like it's ok😔 it's really awesome that someone like u trains These horses and helps them get passed there abuse🙂 and it's amazing that even though it looks to me like he got u pretty bad u just keep training him with no fear 😊

[@Marcoeful]

I have a really big heart for these horses and changing them back to where they are trusting people again but there is always some fear there when you working with horse like this one, Today he is a great stallion and no longer has that behavior as he as come to trust people again :)

[@krystalrussell38]

That's more than sad it's anger, fear...just to start.

[@shannonharris7532]

@@krystalrussell38 bingo!

[@Person-ej8vd]

I know of a horse that the current owners think he was abused but he doesn't charge or anything, he just kinda flinches a lot, and he has trouble being caught but he's such a sweet baby

[@lisar9425]

This video deserves real comments.

[@oljimeagle6779]

You were pretty close to becoming a gelding...

[@Marcoeful]

LOL

[@DucatiQueen]

machete joe no shit....😳

[@susanwright9615]

yep..

[@carlosadrianoalvessantosad4985]

D90Girl y

[@Aelinwildfire]

I just now got it😂

[@flenzy]

Your respect for any living being that has experienced abuse is astounding and refreshing.

[@electrasong]

Beautiful horse. Hard to believe anyone would have harmed such a stunningly beautiful animal. Or.. any animal for that matter.

[@Marcoeful]

Yes it is very sad but he turned out to be a great stallion and no longer has those issues from his past, mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@Brook.eq07]

Your doing the right thing being patient with this gorgeous stallion. A lot of people just get into the training but I thank you for being patient with him. It’s a good thing you recognized that bite as only a test to gain trust. A lot of people would look and think the horse was trying to finish the job. But thanks for getting back up and doing what he needed! How is he doing today? If you still own him.

[@dethmaul]

In another comment he said he's a badass horse!

[@orbitandafewotherthings325]

Thank you for not attacking him back you are a true horse trainer/rider I’ve seen so meany things like this on vids and in farms but they strike back at the horse which makes things worse. Now this is someone that knows what he is doing thank you sir.

[@dabeln1]

Not true. When a horse bites you, you have to strike them immediately. A bite is very aggressive and must be met with superior aggression. Otherwise, the aggression will continue unabated. A quick punch to the horse's nose is a quick way to remind the horse that aggression will not be tolerated. Quick, hard, and finished in a moment.

[@wshuwrhre1]

Such a beautiful horse

[@Marcoeful]

He really is and he is so much better today with out that behavior :)

[@janaja7199]

and such an arrogant trainer

[@oscarellenius2007]

The idea is the same for abused dogs. Building trust and respect is vital for their well-being and enrichment of their lives. Respect for your ability and willingness to help this poor soul.

[@donnafoggin1432]

Thank God you found him and he's going to be ok.You are amazing at what you do.keep up the good work.

[@Marcoeful]

Thank you so much, when you get time you should check out my Members page at mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv/

[@shayekisitu]

Beautiful horse. Poor thing. So good that he is learning that not every person who approaches his is abusive. ❤️👌🏻

[@Marcoeful]

He has turned out to be a great stallion and no longer has those issues from his past abuse mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@kurtr4990]

Hey Mike. Your video just showed up on my recommended feed four years later. I happen to live in Auburn CA. Good day!

[@Marcoeful]

I am not sure how that works, I think the more it is watched the more it shows up lol. You have a great day mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@josephstehman3289]

Great job Mike! I am looking forward to seeing part 2.

[@Marcoeful]

It will be coming out soon as of next week :)

[@jblue1775]

Thank you for your kindness and patience

[@Marcoeful]

Thank you 😊 He turned out to be a great stallion to be around and ride. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@mellow5123]

Such a beautiful horse. Thank you for taking care to help him trust again.

[@Marcoeful]

Thank You, He has turned out to be a great stallion and no longer has those issues from the past mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@mellow5123]

@@Marcoeful That's so wonderful.

[@0007molly]

thank you for bringing this video too and thanks for not giving up so many people give up on horses especially stallions but I can see you're working on his feet so many people forget you must control those first before controlling anything else thank you so much I look forward to next video and good luck be safe

[@Marcoeful]

You are very welcome, he is doing really well today and out of that behavior :)

[@donnalove-key3577]

@@Marcoeful so nice to hear that

[@user-ef1fj1fk3c]

Lovely understanding man. Thanks

[@olga1_____30]

That horse us abattoir material. The trainer apparently would like to win the Darwin Awards

[@Marcoeful]

Darwin has nothing to do with it. This poor horse had a hell of a life before his new owners bought him with abuse being the reason he reacts to people. Today he is a great stallion to be around and ride. Sometimes as horse trainers we have to take are licks for the well being of the horse mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@admirador3239]

This really hurts my heart to see a horse (or any animal) go through trauma of abuse. I hope the horse is doing much better.

[@lathafalls7675]

Mine to I love animals

[@user-wg6ik1wi6s]

I work with thoroughbreds, 2 days ago one of my horses bit Half of my ear off when I was tacking her up. Ill remember this horse for the rest of my life now.

[@singergirlletmesing]

You dont show enough of this horses behavior. these films need to be longer

[@Marcoeful]

There are two other video's before that called Defensive Aggression, KZbin only allows video to be so long so I got to put in what I can beside the full versions are on My Horsemanship Members Page

[@petronics2454]

Yes! I agree, can Mike can get any more magnificent horses to work with? I want to buy everyone one.

[@normanmcneal3605]

If you need more video of that? Sad

[@tinytink]

Absolutely breaks my heart and made me very sad to see him react in defense from how he was previously treated. I'm very thankful that he has you now to love him & show him that not all humans are bad. I hope his previous owners are sitting in prison!

[@TheCHOC36]

Yes it is true thay it is easier when you can watch the video afterwards. I am happy that he is doing well. Thank you.

[@Marcoeful]

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[@cynhanrahan4012]

Ran into this same problem with dogs, which were my career. Instead of being a guide, the leash and collar were a trigger. It took time and patience to overcome their past.

[@Marcoeful]

Yes it does with any animal but the more we stay consistent in breaking down the lessons for the horses or any animal into steps they can understand in a calm relaxed manner the more they will over come their past and trust and have confidence in people again. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@dynodish]

I don't always agree with your methods, but, that took major cojones to show us that bit of film. Man, he tossed you like a rag doll. I'm so glad you're okay and also so glad you didn't hit him. Thank you. If people can't imagine the strength an animal like that has, that was a great example. He's beautiful, I hope one day he can accept love.

[@dethmaul]

It's fascinating and terrifying how strong horses are. He lifted and threw him like a bag of marshmallows WITH HIS TEETH. Jesus fucking christ. Yeah neck muscles are strong, but we'd break our teeth off if we jerked something with them. And the bite strength to hang on!

[@mow1416]

Just like dogs and humans. Treat them with love and respect and they will return the favor. Abuse them and you may have ruined them for life. Thanks Mike for your videos.

[@petuniawigglebottom3392]

What a beautiful horse.

[@SecretState]

I honestly believe that horses have telepathic abilities. No joke

[@nbt3663]

You're brave fella. This shows me how amazingly strong that horses are. I'm not a horse person at all.

[@vigilantdr.dolittle]

You are absolutely right. He's not aggressive he's just a horse being a horse.

[@Marcoeful]

Not just being a horse, he was badly abused in the past and though any one who came near him was going to hurt him, today he is a great horse and no longer suffers the bad memories from the past mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@hanna01ify]

I have a gorgeous Persian asil he was abused in halter with whips... He is very dangerous for those who don't understand this behavior.. He trusts me and as the last 50 years I've been a horseman.. I've never had issues healing the boys.. Studs are the most abused neglected... Thank you for teaching others

[@Marcoeful]

It is very sad that horses get abused and then we have to go in and teach the horses to trust again.

[@mikedavidz6161]

Hey....A cowboy buys a horse from the town pastor. The pastor explains, “To make the horse go, you gotta yell, ‘Thank God!’ And to make it stop, yell, ‘Hallelujah.’” The cowboy rides away. He rides all day and starts to nod off in the saddle when he notices he is about to ride straight over a cliff. Searching his memory, he yells to the horse, “Hallelujah! Hallelujah!” The horse grinds to a stop just at the edge of the cliff. The cowboy wipes the sweat off his forehead. “Phew!” the cowboy sighs. “Thank God!”

[@elizabethsakurai4253]

Thank you for working with this horse so that it will trust human again. Hopefully the good horsey will never be abused again!!!!!

[@Marcoeful]

He has turned out to be such a great stallion to be around and ride, he has overcome his past and does trust and have confidence in people again :) mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@chelsea_belle]

Oh he's gorgeous!! Males me miss my riding years ALOT but hopefully I can get back into it, one day..

[@Marcoeful]

Riding is a lot of fun, This stallion now is a great stallion and has overcome his past and is a great riding horse. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@matildagleed6759]

What's your name get hold of me and yeah this only how to change your pony Play-Doh in it so good and I think it's ok bye

[@gg-sb8mn]

I was taught from many long time trainers , stallions can attack at any moment, not just because they were abused. They can bite , strike, kick ,run over someone in the blink of an eye. Never totally trust a stallion.

[@Marcoeful]

That just goes back to how they were trained, any stallion can be as gentle as you would like them to be, it really comes down to how they were treated and trained. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@jorgerivera4204]

Same here, I was raised on a ranch and was extremely disappointed after I thought I could trust my horse and ride without its bit, it was a great ride till I got bucked off on top of jagged rocks and almost had my head stomped on. And this was a 20 year old horse.

[@gg-sb8mn]

@@Marcoeful Stallions can attack at any moment, has nothing to do with the training, it's the hormones

[@jaspervonbach3621]

So if you're not going to use him for breeding, why not have him gelded?

[@gg-sb8mn]

@@jaspervonbach3621 Excellent point! !! Should be gelded, no reason to keep him a stallion. Gelding him would be healthier for him in the long run.

[@notadumbblond3]

That you for being one of few trainers who recognize horse behavior like this is learned in how they're treated by humans, either out of protecting themselves from abuse or bc they were inadvertently taught that was the right response to get release by well meaning unknowledgeable owners.

[@TheCHOC36]

I hope your leg is fine and I am glad to see that you don't blame the horse for that, so refreshing attitude. I have watched the video several times looking for some signal of the horse before biting you and the only thing I find is that his ears are not moving or showing understanding and he is pretty stiff in the neck like telling he is not comfortable with the situation. Another thing that comes to my mind is that if the horse is not trusting you, I assume that he has not layed down on his own but asked by you? Could you clarify this and the body language of the horse before the bite? Thank you.

[@Marcoeful]

I know it is always different when you get a chance to go back and look at the video's. He really did show any signs before the attack and he was very fast to bite. However he is doing much better today :)

[@Marcoeful]

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[@veek.6463]

The signal is the idiot with the whip and no meaningful communication

[@melissazietz1241]

Vee K. What's your problem?

[@pmarie-se3tz]

A horse can feel a fly walking on it, so why do people think they need to beat, and slap horses? California/Andalusian...I have an idea of what kind of macho jerks messed up this horse. Glad you got him.

[@timeoftheend9516]

That's what I thought..

[@Marcoeful]

I have no answer for you why people feel they need to abuse horses or any other animal. The abuse really misses animals up and often they will start fighting back. It took a while with this stallion to gain his trust and confidence. Today he is great stallion and no longer has those issues from his past abuse. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@louisegogel7973]

I think a lot of people get messed up themselves from their own upbringing... how many intentions were misunderstood, or an exhausted parent without reprieve in view lashed out, or the skills of de escalation and congruent communication were not learned or taught around them? When our education system actually values life skills along with and on equal footing with math and science and writing and such, then we will have well rounded humans more frequently. Learn the skills of congruent communication, of recognizing and choosing your thoughts, of seeking always the win win way forward... so many valuable skills can be learned and it just takes an open heart and mind to start up that wondrous road on that joyous journey.

[@ArchDandy1134]

Why do horses kick and bite eachother when they could just be nice?

[@pegnewsarepta3589]

It is about time. I wish the horse would do it at the rodeo. ❤❤

[@dianereiser6417]

Oh my gosh, that looked like a pretty bad bite he gave you, I know you will be able to help him, you got what it takes.

[@Marcoeful]

Thank you so much and I will be putting video' updates on this Stallion and his progress

[@v1pero734]

His eyes and ears, he was telling you that you were making him nervous. Every animal, humans included, talk with their eyes and body. Listen to him, not with your ears - with your body. I learned that from Roadrunner years ago, the only horse I ever saved. Painted pony from Chesapeak Bay - he was 3 yrs when they culled him from the herd, he hated humans. Him and I met by accident when I was a kid, he taught me to listen with my body and his. He was seven when we met, and became friends. I use what he taught me with dogs now, it works, even with the mean ones.

[@deborahferrari2639]

Diane Reiser

[@CrudlotFarms]

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[@prettyinpinktwo2933]

My Andalucian mare is very similar. They are very good with their front feet, especially. I think people don't factor in the breeding. These horses were bred to be "aggressive" for use in the bull ring. My mare is perfectly fine now, but we did have to discourage this sort of behaviour. Sometimes "aggression" is simply sensitivity and fear. Not surprised at this stud's reaction. I've watched a lot of these horses.

[@readwithchasity3697]

That's a beautiful stallion!!!!!

[@Marcoeful]

He is very beautiful and today he is so much better with out all those behavior issues

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[@hellovet.pet1]

Thanks...♥️♥️♥️

[@Marcoeful]

You are Welcome, mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@guulwade989]

Keep your eyes on ears i could see it was coming for the leg you have to read the body language

[@Marcoeful]

Always and I was but sometimes in horse training there are mishaps no matter how good you are or how closely you watch the horse.

[@bill2953]

@@Marcoeful I would say the pupose of the video is to demonstrate what happens when you take things too far too fast. Knowing the horse's history would dictate taking things more slowly to instill trust...And trust takes time.

[@treigjmiller2847]

I am sure he knows what he is doing 🙄

[@easttexan2933]

Ouch !! Man is that ever gonna leave a mark. that had to have hurt bad !!

[@PartnershipEq]

Years ago I dealt with a pony stallion that had a very similar behavior problem. Everyone had an excuse for him; abuse, neglect, not socialized, etc. Turned out that one of his testicles was twisted inside the scrotum. Once he was gelded he turned into a great kids horse.

[@Marcoeful]

There is always reason behind there behavior. This stallion turned out to be a great stallion and no longer has those issues from his past abuse. He is a lot of fun to be around and ride. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@sophieemmataylor]

literally mike hughes for pres

[@Marcoeful]

Thank You, mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@barbarapike1058]

Great job Mike i myself have a beautiful Morgan stallion i got because he was abused now that i know his history i never turn my back on him he has now learned to trust me although i don't trust him but he now has respect for me

[@jeanettewaverly2590]

You got more chutzpah than I do, Mike! I'm always impressed at how you "take a lickin' and keep on tickin."

[@Marcoeful]

Thank you, it is going to take a while with this horse but he will get there

[@maryhennessey4284]

Mike , God Bless you for making right what was so terrible wrong I really think these people who abuse horses or for any animal for that matter should be prosecuted by the law. I know from personal experience with abused horses when they finally realized that you can be relied upon to be consistent and the trust is automatic there isn’t anything that they wouldn’t do for that person that took the time you the one that saved the animal I am going to keep watching

[@Marcoeful]

Thank You, Today he is a great stallion and no longer has those issues, he has learned to trust again and has built confidence in people. My full videos with step by step easy to follow methods are on my members page at mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@heatherschubert4771]

I love your videos. So helpful! Do you have any that show how to get an aggressive horse (with no halter) out of a stall? One that kicks & bites (comes at you with whole body & mouth wide open). She is a bully & does this to those that she can intimidate. Once you are dominant, she will stop, but how do you get there? I feel a bit trapped going into the stall & know she senses my fear.

[@Marcoeful]

I will have a video on that next week, I just go a call from a horse owner that has that very problem and I will video tape it :)

[@coleenskinner2101]

Wow.. Brave man...

[@Marcoeful]

When we get rescue horses and or horses that have been abused our main concern is helping the horse over come their past and in doing so sometimes we are going to get hurt doing it. But at the end of the day it is all worth it in the well being of the horse. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@feliciakrlsson]

Omg beautiful horse

[@Marcoeful]

He is a very beautiful stallion and no longer has that behavior issue

[@RickyJr46]

Cooler heads prevailed...life is good!

[@Marcoeful]

Yes, this stallion is doing great today and is fun to be around and ride. He has confidence and trust in people again mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@vanhelsingsfirstfan]

"I like your pants G"

[@Natureoutdoorsyquest]

Where is part 2? I am very interested in viewing part 2 of this case. I went to your channel to look for it and couldn't find it there? You mentioned you were going to post part 2. Did you actually record a part 2? Thank you!

[@Marcoeful]

The video is called Defensive Aggression Part 2

[@niamhgreatdane]

need more videos of dangerous behavior like this. I'm not saying this is OK but it's good to see how others deal with these problems. I have a stallion just gelded that is a bully. he has no respect for anyone. I can get him to listen to me for a bit then he panics and has to see other horses. what a journey I'm in for.

[@Marcoeful]

Good Morning, we are here to help you in anyway we can, for more detailed info on all my video, visit my Members page at mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv/ Thank You

[@morganssmashingpearls3329]

Aaaah yes....I’m working with a buddy sour gelding that we figured out wasn’t gelded properly who bullies and pesters my OTTB mare who is 7 and incredibly stable and smart. It takes lots of patience when you’re dealing with buddy and barn sourness, separation anxiety, dominance, testosterone, and years of him getting away with it. But oh how we love them all....

[@roseonthemove]

Did you ever upload the next video? I can't find it if so! Love your videos

[@Marcoeful]

My video camera broke so at the time so I couldn't get anymore video of him. After he had learned to trust again he became a great stallion and we did through really working the ground work with round penning and desensitizing him

[@carrieabailey]

Is he no longer with you? I'd like to see a follow up of him today, even if it's not the how to you originally talked about. Maybe you could do a voice over with the things you did to correct it.

[@TheVedicWayChannel]

Thanks for the video. Its not clear to me, why was the horse laying on the floor in the first place? Was he resting and then you approached?

[@Marcoeful]

He did lay down so I went and started working with him more just by petting him on the head when he lashed out. But today he is a great stallion and no longer has that behavior issues

[@TheVedicWayChannel]

Before that bite, did he show signs of aggression? I would have expected clear attacks while standing before that.

[@Marcoeful]

Yes he did, He was a Stallion who was abused and beat until he started fighting back from the old owners who owned him before. My job was to take him out of this and It was hard and it was long but in the end he did well and came out of this behavior issues through training :)

[@TheVedicWayChannel]

I see. Thank you. So the mistake was being too confident and getting close knowing that he was still aggressive. I think a non-traumatized horse would never do that sitting attack, quite strange. Thank you.

[@Marcoeful]

You have to remember what this poor horse has been through before I was able to help him, even through it all, he was worth saving

[@epiphany-ys9wk]

that had to be mighty painful 😮😭 nice guy tho . poor horsey

[@Marcoeful]

Yes it was painful, but he is doing so much better today

[@epiphany-ys9wk]

Mike Hughes you're a brave man! Wow.

[@cheremichael367]

I grew up with horses and I noticed that our young Colts were fine in temperament- but because they were going to be show/stud stallions, they were then kept seperated..this is unnatural and unhealthy.. The endless shows and training, made them unhappy and sour.. our best stallion became dangerous and unpredictable. I remember when he killed one of our goats, that had gotten into his paddock... As an adult, I rescued some horses- including a stallion. He had always lived with other horses, and his herd of mares, his temperament was amazing..such a gentleman.. I think all stallions should live with some mares, they get to be a horse- and are much happier and well rounded in their personality...

[@californiabrad]

You do have to admit Mike there are some warning signs along the way the horse was screaming to you that you ignored. And you could have avoided that aggressive behavior.

[@Marcoeful]

There are always things we could of done differently and other times when you are working with horses that have behavior issues or bad memories from the past that things are going to happen. Today this horse is a great stallion and no longer has those issues from his past by building up his trust and confidence in people again. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@travisthommen4495]

Thanks Mike. My question now is, when you use the whip to move him as you said, where do you apply the whip ? I believe, cues show be were the aids are/ will be

[@Marcoeful]

Yes so when I am asking him to go forward to the left then I will cue him from the behind on the left hand side and the same going to the right, but where ever you may touch or tap the horse at is where you want the cue to be

[@Juudit_ponies]

Im glad that your not that kind if *trainer* that hits the horse and is being very agressive towards the horse and the horse is calm 😊

[@stovepipe9er]

You could see I his eyes he was highly anxious and felt “cornered” so to speak.

[@vomgoddo]

I need lessons for my horse which I recently bought. He was also abused a lot. He was tied in a same place for 8 months with the spikes bit all the time in his mouth. Plz guide me. I would really appreciate that.

[@egonzalez4294]

Man I got bitten by a stallion like that and I was just giving him foodies and scritches.... >:( he was so friendly for about half an hour I was grooming him, and then suddenly was chasing me and bit me; he had never been abused, and then he came sad to ask me for more treats... wtf... >:(

[@grace.1]

you can’t get angry about it. It happens.

[@findingmydreamland]

Not all horses that attack people are defensive because they have been abused by people in the past. A horse may attack because, as herd animals, they need to stablish a position in the herd's hierarchy. Dominant horses (usually raised by dominant dams) are the ones that usually tease a human the same way they do with other horses. They do know how to fight and they want to diminate in all circumstances, including being with humans. Just look at the behavior of young horses with their mothers in a group and you will notice easily which ones are the offspring of the most dominant mares; although young, they dominate the other young horses and sometimes some of the adults.

[@tobiaskern1972]

I absolutely agree with that 😘. All those abused-animal-saving people 🤦

[@olga1_____30]

@@tobiaskern1972 As if all animals with a nasty behaviour had been abused ... no! Too many naive people nowadays

[@samanddeanfan2009]

“Comes from nowhere” is code fir “i dont know why it happened because im stupid”

[@Marcoeful]

Listen when you work with any horse who has been beat like this stallion was by his prior owners there are going to be issues with the horse and it is not the horses fault. When we work with rescue horses, behavior issues, untouched horses from the range there is always that risk we are going to get hurt but we put our selves in that potion to help the horse and in the best interest of the horse. So point being if you are calling me stupid which you are the only one who is stupid is the one you see in the mirror every morning. I am out here helping these horse. So next time you comment be sure to watch the video first. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@UziDoesIt8818]

I lost my cookies when he got bit and thrown up in the air like that

[@Marcoeful]

The great thing is this stallion no longer has that behavior and is a great horse today

[@lynnhenderson9313]

why on earth get the horse to lay on the ground every fibre of his being was telling you he wasn't happy the guy deserved what he got the horse was scared

[@laurabonnell582]

I would try earn his trust I don’t care if it took me months or a year! Build a friendship and trust! It so hard for horses that been through hell like him come back from that! 😭

[@treigjmiller2847]

Says the silly girl who has never worked with dangerous fucked up horses. Shoosh now

[@bent.cyclist]

@Mike Hughes, I've searched and searched for the promised "When Horses Attack Part 2" and failed to find it. Did you give up on the horse?

[@diferentesactividadesjr]

omg. this is the first time I see a Andalusia do that!!!!

[@Marcoeful]

He was tough to solve his behavior issues but he is a great stallion today

[@donnalauber5001]

@@Marcoeful I have one just like this one, but it's a Trakehner Oldenburg stud. He has been accessed by Monty Roberts, Steve Boyles, and Patrick the Dark Knight on the Renaissance show. All agree he is VERY dominant, but wants to be dominated. I put him under saddle myself at three years old, but since then he had various problems. Pole injury accident during training, teeth grew out weird, then be sexually matured, grew much larger then anticipated.....the list goes on. Any ideas about putting him under saddle the second time? He is now thirteen. Anything appreciated from your expertise. I have been long lining him for years to avoid an injury to myself.

[@Marcoeful]

@@donnalauber5001 Good Afternoon, In the end this stallion ended up be a great riding horse and has done very well. It was a long road with him and first we had to get him out of being aggressive from his past abuse and then restart him under saddle. All the full videos are on my members page at mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv with easy step by step methods. When you do become a member join my group page on facebook where you can post video of you working with your horse, pictures and ask questions so i can help you more plus if you join now there is a 7 day free trail. I have worked alot with these type of of horses and would love to help you and your horse. Thank You Mike

[@williamneely8366]

Right there watch it and there it goes don’t push me!

[@gabrielf1911]

At least you know what a major trigger is for him. The people who made him this way should be jailed.

[@Marcoeful]

I agree they should be in jail. As far as this stallion goes he turned out to be a great horse

[@erstwhile6163]

Pardon my ignorance, but if the whip is the problem why would you just not use it for now them maybe reintroduce it slowly and carefully a little later? I realise it is an essential tool when used correctly, is there no alternative that may but cause such distress at this stage? I Appreciate any feedback. Thank you

[@Marcoeful]

Good Evening, From a distance this stallion was good after a while touching him with the whip. He was a abused horse which is why he reacted in the way he did. After several months of working with him he became a great stallion to be around and ride. When need to realize when we are working with these kind of horses that have issues from the past or what not there are times we are going to get hurt doing it and never being the horses fault but at then end of the day it all worth it to see the difference in the horses trusting and having confidence in people again mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@Chance-ry1hq]

Lucky he got your leg and not a few inches over. How bad was the bruising?

[@Dilomight]

You mentioned if his intent was serious he would of finished job…did you have a backup plan in case he was?

[@emmapringle0452]

I'm terrified of horses because they always spook because they sense fear and a horse reared up and his nail for his hoof smacked of my thumb

[@Marcoeful]

I am sorry that happen to you and hope you can find some really good horses to be around and rebuild your confidence back up :)

[@othername1000]

Thankfully there's no link to the next video. So somebody with a lot of time can go search back 5 years and maybe find it. And that builds character, right..?

[@laceygilmour2216]

owww!!! that looked like it hurt...!!!

[@Marcoeful]

It did, but today he has turned out to be such a great stallion and no longer has these behavior issues

[@laceygilmour2216]

Mike Hughes thats Awsome!!!!!!!

[@overthehills_faraway8320]

I know a little bit about horses. Wondering why if this horse was abused by a whip you have one in your hand why not take different approach it might just take time?

[@Marcoeful]

Watch part 1 on defensive aggression behavior, I wish I could show the whole video because he was totally calm and relaxed with the whip. But on the other hand the slightest movement or wrong touch can set this type of behavior off. Today the horse is doing so much better :)

[@overthehills_faraway8320]

Mike Hughes The reason I asked is because I worked with a horse one time that had been worked over with a whip. This young lady at one time took it into round pen and tried "lunging" it on end of lead... why I have no idea she was in the round pen.. so she couldn't get the horse to move out because she wasn't experienced enough to know how and the horse balked and then reared and she commenced whipping it in the front of the chest. After that , if the horse even saw a whip or flag laying on the ground or leaning up against wall it became afraid. I got to work with it and totally straightened it out. No whips or flags I just carried a coiled up lead when working with it in round pen , really turned out to be a great horse. The biting thing though... that is a tough one... people may not agree, but I had a trainer tell me one time if a horse bites you have a few seconds to do whatever you want including banging it over the head with a shovel. That may seem harsh but I've seen people nearly killed by a horse that learns to bite a person..... most serious thing a horse can do.

[@overthehills_faraway8320]

Apple Pie The horse bit him... didn't like that flag or whip is what it really is... how is that working to desensitize that horse? I'm not trying to criticize here, but everyone can learn and if a horse bites you, picks you up off the ground i think it's safe to say take another approach....at the rate this training for this horse is happening it could just as easily want to bite anyone that ever approaches it like in this video. Horse doing much better now? i bet he got rid of that flag and it's not only about respecting the animal , but it respecting you... and it wants to just give it chance.

[@overthehills_faraway8320]

Apple Pie I understand perfectly what you were saying. I just disagree. You miss my point in that you believe it can't learn to be not afraid of a whip by not having one in your hand......The whip isn't what the horse is even afraid of.... I own horses, I ride horses, I've trained horses and owned a large animal veterinary clinic for 14 years and have witnessed many things of treatment and training of horses.

[@overthehills_faraway8320]

Apple Pie But he got bit by the horse... you ever get bit by a horse? Do you fully back up getting bit by a horse? Horses and dogs are different animals one is predator and one is prey.... very few things carry over between training the two. There are different ways you can make animals less anxious and show them you are not wanting to hurt them... some don't include getting bitten... I recommend those. He pushed it to the limits with this horse and you see what happened don't you?

[@kristidavi]

He probably felt vulnerable on the ground.

[@Marcoeful]

Back then he was good under saddle but very defensive on the ground from the past abuse he suffered. Today is a great stallion and no longer has those issues. He learned how to trust again and build confidence in people. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@mtharbison]

RIP Mike

[@sophiecalladine7091]

He was good not calling it aggressive but he should of release pressure

[@voiceofwisdom9596]

What kind of horse is he? He's beautiful!

[@Marcoeful]

He is a Andalusian

[@sweetpeashomestead3348]

With you, this horse will make a complete turn around. My Azteca was abused and acted out in fear.

[@Marcoeful]

Thank You, He has made a complete turn around and not longer has those issues he did from his past abuse, He is a great stallion and a lot of fun to ride :) mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@philipross2433]

that left a mark

[@BigMikeD10001]

wow

[@Marcoeful]

mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@elizabethwalker6259]

When they lay their ears back and bare their teeth, you are in big trouble! It's super scary.

[@Thedrewer-ks2dy]

Idol

[@Marcoeful]

This stallion has overcome his past abuse and is a really great stallion to be around today and to ride. mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@tolttari3165]

Good horse

[@Marcoeful]

He is today

[@qonikizajkj5570]

Good horses!

[@Marcoeful]

Your right today he is a very good horse and no longer has those behavior problems :)

[@1jazzyphae]

If you pay attention to the horses ears as he's getting ready to pet the horse. His ears show he's trying to process what's happening and a bit unsure. I would have released the pressure in that moment and just gave him a chance to process then pet. But hey that's just me lol

[@Pawknee123]

Wow! Is your leg ok!?

[@Marcoeful]

Yes my leg is good, took a while to heal up

[@ateezcrazy6867]

I have always adored his way with horses but what probably happened here was that he wasn’t taking the wip of the stallion, giving him no ‘reward’. (Horses learn from release of pressure, im sure we all know that by now.), he (the horse) possibly thought: this man, im sick of him I don’t like this wip at all and he isn’t taking it of of me, I’m done.’

[@Marcoeful]

I will say this today he is a great stallion and no longer has those issues from his past abuse. Sometimes working with horses that have a past is tough and you do get hurt doing it but the out come is worth it to see the horse trusting people again with confidence mikehugheshorsetraining.vhx.tv

[@Minx_666]

Omg, u understand. There is a KZbin called raighlink and she had recommended you