Dear Steve, (Tanya, Char, and ALL) It astounded me to hear you thanking all the people who comment, share, subscribe 😉 👍 etc. IF YOU ONLY KNEW how many people adore your videos and how much we love your down to earth sharing. You guys are a great example of love, life, and learning, not to mention 🐎-SENSE! GOD BLESS!
Yuppers ❣️🥰 Rhonda, I'm a huge fan that adores watching Steve and all the gang that makes these videos possible! Thank you so much from all the 🐎🐴🐎🐴🐎🐴🐎🐴 too!
I've looked after my two mares at home for over 15 years- very few issues however since watching your videos I have been far more particular about my space and "unrequested forward movement" -- the change for the better has been amazing. thanks so much for sharing your talents and expertise!!
I love your banter in the truck on the way to your clients. You have such a good relationship. There is so much to take away from this video. About a year ago I stopped patting the horses after I watched one of your videos. And bravo to this lady for working hard at making all these changes. Gorgeous horse.
Patting, rubbing & stroking are good... Steve does not approve of the "clap-slap" type of communicating "good job" to horses & I agree 100%. I hope you're still stroking, gentle patting your horse! 😳Esp. in their favorite "scritchie" place! 😆🤣
I'm a person who talks more when nervous, so that energy transfers to any creature nearby (including human.) Animals are generally silent when calm & content & like most animals, do a lot of silent signaling, so that's important for us to recognize & emulate. As to slapping: think of how that would feel to you if someone were slapping you that hard. If horses can feel a fly land they're even more sensitive than us to touch. People think that if a horse doesn't initially respond they should pat harder. Because horses don't immediately respond doesn't mean they didn't notice or hear you the first time. Lots of really great tips here! Thanks Steve & Tanya!
@Michele Harvey - I agree 100%. I almost wrote the exact same thing about how sensative horses are... using the fly analogy. I have never, ever liked or used the hard 'slap-claps.' Between the sound & the slap - is startling to a horse. Can they "get used to it?" Yes... but "should they have to" is the real question.
I love this video. The wisdom of getting help/advise from a trainer BEFORE the problem gets serious is invaluable. Learning the simple skills to help your horse have confidence in you. Bravo 👏
I know nothing about horsemanship or horses. The only time I rode one was a nightmare. However I admire the beauty strength and Grace of horses. I have learned so much just watching you. Thank you for your incredible videos and your love for animals. Sheila from North Georgia U.S.A
What a beautiful horse. I can see why the owner loves her so much. Glad it went well. I'm glad that the owner is concerned enough for her horse that she have a good experience which will affect her quality of life and future.
Good morning from NZ. Steve, you are amazing and you Tania for videoing. We are not horse owners but adore them and can't get enough of your videos. We would watch you 24/7. We hate seeing people slap the side of a horses neck. Somebody needs to slap the owners neck !!!! They would never do that again. You gently touch them and they respond because they respect you. Our love to you all not forgetting Charlotte. Cheers.👍👌😀😀
I have seen several of your cases where the horses are sacred, angry, confused... it's real nice to see a very loved horse who's owner and horse just needs a little "love therapy". I love your travel videos as you go along. You live in a beautiful country. Tanya, you and your beautiful boots would fit right in here in Texas! Yeeehaw!😉 Joy USA
I have been binging on your video’s since I found your channel about 2 weeks ago - love how consistent and repeatable your process is!! Even for me - 63, gimpy, rescuer. Thank you for producing them!! I have learned so much!!
Just love the videos, your down to earth, respectful, nurturing attitude. The insight, the wonderful relationship as a family, love the way you are all part of these videos. It’s so important! 👍🏻🥰
Gorgeous mare. Great timing with this horse-for Both horse and rider! Less talk, more body language, less slap, more comfort in release. My TB had glorious hard hooves too! She was barefoot. When I needed sole protection- I used Easyboot "Gloves". I do differ with you on the protective leg Wraps. I think 🤔 so because I don't use them, when trailering with a stranger to my horse- it kicks mine, damages the leg- *That's my fault! So,same as anything- put them on till they are nothing them , you're ALWAYS READY to haul- moments notice, and safe. **True storry* 20 21we had to evacuate the barn, 25 horses in a level 3 FIRE 🔥notice * THAT'S NOW. I didn't have a trailer at the time, but in past borrowed sister's weekly for lessons, trails So, I had always Used a leather head bumper and leg wraps -she was desensitized ✅️ (20 yrs)... SOOO Glad on this occasion- shod horse kicks can damage ! I had to have someone else trailer my mare (and erratically sadly , it was freaky) I wrapped her up and prayed-sent her off in 60 mph winds at 11pm at night... I felt so much better, knowing she was wrapped.. as she stood between 2 strange, shod horses traveling to the "shelter in place" fairgrounds 15 mi away. Plus, I did jumping, and horse camping...polo wraps or sports medicine boots saved my TB'S legs so many times tramping in the forrests with no trails sometimes, sticks jabbing tendons! Wrapping is a good one for the tool belt, if a vet asks you to do "standing wraps" due to injury... you can! Sorry, jag there... I was taught, " if it could happen , it may happen, so PLAN on making sure- it doesn't happen." Love to you both. All the team There @ SYH Truly do enjoy your training, keep giving your "cosmic confidences "😉 Oregon Girl
Great video Steve & Tanya! Such a beautiful young mare. So glad that her owner knew she needed help & wants to start her mare off right. 👏👏👏 Feeding in a trailer always helps food motivated horses associate trailers with good things. I so wanted to give her mare a few tastes of 'Lick-It' when she was relaxed in the trailer. Also, 100% agree with the Big NO to 'Slap-Claps' as a way to say "good job." To a horse, it's very loud & very aggressive - it's basically rapid hitting. Out in an established herd, it would be very rare for a herd leader to have to get that aggressive with a herd member. The leader would start w/ pinned ears, then the "I might kick you" positioning & if they still don't respond... then maybe, finally, a kick or a bite. Personally, I prefer a soothing massage v. a massage where it feels like they're beating me up! 😆
Yes, please do a blog about Spain! 😍😁 Apart from your excellent work with the horses I LOVE the little snippets of the landscape and the stories you and Tanya tell! 😍
I so look forward to watching your channel Steve. Yes, I've learned so much as you enlighten us all on the psyche of a horse ... and how to speak their language and she'd some light on how their brains are wired. You're so genuine and there's no tricks up your sleeve ... these are legitimate problems were seeing (sad as some of these issues may be) ... but what's so amazing for us is how within minutes you've been able to heal a horse or trigger the oath towards rehabilitation, from either past traumas, abuse or communicated with them, so as to teach what's expected in regards to their behaviours. Thank you so very much in deciding to share with us how you make this world a better place, for both horse and their riders, owners and/or caretakers. I'm sure your entire community are horse lovers who are so grateful for all you do for these beautiful creatures that God has created.
Gorgeous horse. Great that she asked for help. She does pat really loud. And a real talker. If she could think mentally, but not a habit for most people. I love watching Steve evaluate constantly the changing situation. That is brilliant. Thanks for another!! wonderful video.
Never saw The Exorcist. Too chicken. And never could digest green pea soup, just like my English/Welsh Dad. He always made yellow split pea soup. Really like Justin boots.
You guys are so funny and sweet. Pass the soup! The mare was huge. She had enormous ears but what a sweetheart. You are amazing Steve, I’m sure you do bring calm, assertiveness. You really should meet the Dog Whisperer.
03:12 Awesome tree trunk carving! There is one in Orange Massachusetts, USA too along the main street in town, and a smaller stump shaped into an eagle! 29:33. It was the fact that Steve was there doing ground work and “cosmic stuff”. lololol… No Steve, you are so very clear in your mind that the horse can pick up the images clearly without emotions.
I'm a big fan of your videos and it's nice to see a range of horse levels of "severity". I just received my package I ordered from you today (all the way to US)! Can't wait to use the tools.
Thanks, Steve and Tanya! Such an important "lesson" for viewers with similar difficulties. What we do with out minds, voice and bodies can create, or cause behaviors we don't want our critters to do. I keep trying to tell people with problem dog behaviors this, and still get blank stares and funny looks. We are a big part of the solution, It helps to realize when we are part of the problem.
Oh dear video too short 😕love watching you help horses would have loved longer time watching you educate owner and horse. Pea soup looked terrible you should have had your usual fish!! Great views looking forward to your new blog when the family goes to Spain. 😊
I vote yes vlog Spain!! Ur vids interesting And scenic from across the pond! 🇺🇸The wood carved tree beautiful & amazing on the drive. My brother had done large eagle carvings on trees yet not with many animals. I also agree rub a horse not pat, ideally same as a dog. Adorable Boots!!😁👢 The Mr Green happy cactus background much more Lovely than the pea soup🤣. Thanks for the vid👍
I love trailering videos. You said something that was spot on. Make the trailer a good place. I also thing many problems have nothing to do with the trailer. Once you have made it a good place, keep the door closed. I lost a horse once. She wanted to get out of work and knew the trailer was a good place. I left the door open and she went and hid in the trailer.
Steve, you shrunk! 😂 That horse was tall &, especially at 25:30, the perspective of the horse closer to the camera made it really noticeable. ...That was quick thinking on your part for the solution to the mare not loading & staying in the trailer.
I really applaud the use of shavings on the ramp part of a trailer. To already nervous horses - the black traction coating can look like a deep hole to them & the shavings on the ramp are such an easy to implement, simple aid. Also, the crouching down on the ramp, to show your horse it's OK to lower their head - is yet another example of teaching your horse a new idea, thus being a 'herd leader' that your horse can trust! Excellent video. Thanks Steve & Tanya, you're helping so many. PS: I really ♥️♥️♥️ the new & improved Warwick Schiller RUclips videos. Do you watch him? About 8+ years ago he had a major epiphany at one of his clinics. He then 100% changed his methods & his own beliefs & thoughts about horses & about his training methods. He is now 100% Horse-Centric, Zero Abuse training. He's done a really deep dive into both Human & Equine Psychology. Really lovely to learn from him as well. The horses he works with are not "shut down" & very sane & centered. You can see they want to be near him.
when people are heavey 'patters' just ask them, do they think that hurts their horse, if they say no, then ask do you think that would hurt you if someone patted you with the same strength, if they say yes, then just remind them that a hunmans skin thickness is 0.08mm thick and a horses is just 0.05mm thick, so if you think it would hurt you then it would definately hurt your horse! xxx
👏👏👏😘 Couldn't agree more. It's such an unnecessary & aggressive way to communicate "good job" to your horse! Also, when a horse wants their itch scratched... we don't 'clap-slap' them... we rub their itch & they ♥️ their "scritchies." I have always used a gentle neck rub or stroke to tell a horse - good job or well done.
Sorry but those figures are not correct: Human skin is between 1 and 2 mm thick, a horse's almost 4 mm. And of course humans can feel a fly landing on them as well. But apart from that I agree that stroking/scratching is much better than patting/slapping 😊
Tanya LOVE LOVE LOVE the boots! I've always wanted western boots, until I saw the price! Yours a gorgeous!! And that is exactly what was used in the Exorcist movie - green pea soup Linda Blair sent flying to the Priest. You are so right; this movie did terrify us back in the day. However, I have learned about your MUSHY PEAS in the UK, I love peas so I know I'd love mushy peas! GREAT JOB, once again Steve. I agree, the horse was reading Michelle's confidence which rubbed off you and performed beautifully.
I'm coming to Blackpool on Saturday can't flipping wait ..been off my feet for a while and my goal to get mobile again was going Blackpool I'm so bloody excited 🐎
Good morning from Texas Steve and Tanya! Thank you for allowing us to view so much of your work with these troubled horses. The only thing missing is a Q & A session now and then.
I think Steve got it right when he said it was a combination of things. Either way, she couldn’t do it before you went there and could after you got there.
Agree, a big combo of factors. Personally, I cringe when I see owners/riders leading a horse with their hand on the lead rope... so tight, right up under a horse's mouth/chin area. It's communicating to the horse: I don't trust you, I'm not sure I'm a strong enough 'leader' & therefore, need to exert max control. I have always kept the lead rope loose, expecting (& getting) their best behavior. This includes very high strung, high $$$ horses & they never let me down. To me, it's about mutual respect. A fully grown horse doesn't want their head restrained, esp. as a prey animal - but mainly, I think they don't want to be treated like a toddler!
I really love watching all your videos, Steve! I’m seriously allergic to horses (back when I was 14 I was dead-set on riding but would need puffers throughout and then a couple of days of recovery). Although I can only admire horses from miles away now, I can truly appreciate what you do. Saving these horses is truly amazing.
You two are such a great couple with an amazing working relationship. 😊 another one I really enjoyed. Thank you Steve and the lovely Tanya I laughed with you both as usual. Fantastic. 😊😊
Lol. Mara took one looked at Steve and thought, "Crap, I've heard of you! Ok, I'm not in the mood to work my feet, back and gain, let's get this over with." *Sigh*
No to automatic waterers. How on earth do you have any idea if your stabled horse is drinking OK, when using one?? It is good to know how much each horse drinks on any given day. Any good groom will agree. Re boots when travelling. Another argument against is that if they are so clumsy as to step on themselves, do you really want to risk your life riding them? My one caveat is when travelling 2 horses next to each other. I use one set of boots between the 2 horses on the inside legs so one cannot hurt the other horse by stepping on it. The owner also mentioned practicing in the stable which can add to the list of why it worked on this day.
I agree with you Steve that it was for a combination of different reason that it went so well. Mainly I saw a significant shift in the energy triggered by your confident/calm energy.
We all went to the drive-in movies to see a horror film. The girls refused to sit in our car and went in their own ! Halfway through the film I crept up on the girls car and scratched my nails of my hand down the window, I am still deaf from the screaming and got run over as they opened the doors and fled ! Pea soup, delicious. Thanks for the upload and have a great week end.
I just wanted to say that Olaf is entitled to his opinion - and he shared it respectfully. I like the banter and sharing between Tanya and Steve. Olaf doesn’t particularly. Please, even if you don’t share his opinion, respectfully allow him and others to share differences of opinion. Thank you.
With respect, I believe your backing up the mare & not letting her get up on you, & using the lead rope to tell her to increase distance...it was installation of respect by you, bc straight on the mare asserted herself & you were having nothing of it!
Mary on Richard's phone in Florida USA all our animals that are born in our possession as soon as her legs can handle it they go for a ride whether it's a dog a horse a donkey a goat whatever it is we start their training day one it has paid off when the house across the street caught on fire and we had to evacuate all I had to do was drop all tailgates yelled everybody loaded in their perspective trailers it was beautiful and we got everybody to safety with no panicking no nothing just hey guys we're going for a ride load
I always enjoy your videos. I have a comment about how some of the horse owners hold the lead rope with a loop of rope in their hand. Recently a riding friend of mine was ponying a horse and for some reason, both horses reacted to something and her thumb got caught in a loop, resulting in a partial degloving of her thumb. Maybe just a word of caution. PS, the thumb healed up nicely after stitches, she will need PT..
The first moment you stepped into her stall and reached towards her with a halter she stepped towards you and you corrected her. She knew right then to stop the nonsense behavior.
Totally agree on your advice not to pat a horse. Maybe people treat horses like dogs who often like a good thumping pat and respond to the voice. Imagine the reaction you'd get if you patted a cat!
This is a great video. I must say, however, the owner just would not stop talking. She talked over Steve consistently. I had to turn the sound off periodically. I made this comment before seeing to the end. Of course Steve gently provided some feedback. Awesome. Love your videos.I watch them all!
I thought I would share this with you. I watched a old western staring Charlie Bronson. He played a horse trainer of wild horses, and he used YOUR techniques when he was actually working the horses!
Dear Steve, (Tanya, Char, and ALL)
It astounded me to hear you thanking all the people who comment, share, subscribe 😉 👍 etc. IF YOU ONLY KNEW how many people adore your videos and how much we love your down to earth sharing. You guys are a great example of love, life, and learning, not to mention 🐎-SENSE!
GOD BLESS!
Totally agree with Rhonda!!!
Yuppers ❣️🥰 Rhonda, I'm a huge fan that adores watching Steve and all the gang that makes these videos possible! Thank you so much from all the 🐎🐴🐎🐴🐎🐴🐎🐴 too!
Agree completely. I ❤️ seeing the subscriber numbers rise daily. Share Share Share Like Like Like
I've looked after my two mares at home for over 15 years- very few issues however since watching your videos I have been far more particular about my space and "unrequested forward movement" -- the change for the better has been amazing. thanks so much for sharing your talents and expertise!!
Great video again Steve and Tanya. Amazing such a small chance can make such a difference.
such a lovely owner! Giving a horse time and proper education is highest level of love for horse!
I love your banter in the truck on the way to your clients. You have such a good relationship. There is so much to take away from this video. About a year ago I stopped patting the horses after I watched one of your videos. And bravo to this lady for working hard at making all these changes. Gorgeous horse.
Patting, rubbing & stroking are good... Steve does not approve of the "clap-slap" type of communicating "good job" to horses & I agree 100%. I hope you're still stroking, gentle patting your horse! 😳Esp. in their favorite "scritchie" place! 😆🤣
@@mdee860 I was referring to the slapping. I ought not to have used the word pat. Thanks for the correction.
@@suzanneyorkville - 👍😘
I'm a person who talks more when nervous, so that energy transfers to any creature nearby (including human.) Animals are generally silent when calm & content & like most animals, do a lot of silent signaling, so that's important for us to recognize & emulate.
As to slapping: think of how that would feel to you if someone were slapping you that hard. If horses can feel a fly land they're even more sensitive than us to touch. People think that if a horse doesn't initially respond they should pat harder. Because horses don't immediately respond doesn't mean they didn't notice or hear you the first time. Lots of really great tips here! Thanks Steve & Tanya!
Ya thats so true,good point.
@Michele Harvey - I agree 100%. I almost wrote the exact same thing about how sensative horses are... using the fly analogy. I have never, ever liked or used the hard 'slap-claps.' Between the sound & the slap - is startling to a horse. Can they "get used to it?" Yes... but "should they have to" is the real question.
I love this video. The wisdom of getting help/advise from a trainer BEFORE the problem gets serious is invaluable. Learning the simple skills to help your horse have confidence in you. Bravo 👏
I know nothing about horsemanship or horses. The only time I rode one was a nightmare. However I admire the beauty strength and Grace of horses. I have learned so much just watching you. Thank you for your incredible videos and your love for animals.
Sheila from North Georgia U.S.A
What a beautiful horse. I can see why the owner loves her so much. Glad it went well. I'm glad that the owner is concerned enough for her horse that she have a good experience which will affect her quality of life and future.
Fabulous, and yes please to vlogs from Spain 😊
I couldn’t help being distracted by that thing in the garden with the hat on 😂😂😂
Good morning from NZ. Steve, you are amazing and you Tania for videoing. We are not horse owners but adore them and can't get enough of your videos. We would watch you 24/7. We hate seeing people slap the side of a horses neck. Somebody needs to slap the owners neck !!!! They would never do that again. You gently touch them and they respond because they respect you. Our love to you all not forgetting Charlotte. Cheers.👍👌😀😀
I have seen several of your cases where the horses are sacred, angry, confused... it's real nice to see a very loved horse who's owner and horse just needs a little "love therapy". I love your travel videos as you go along. You live in a beautiful country.
Tanya, you and your beautiful boots would fit right in here in Texas! Yeeehaw!😉 Joy USA
So glad you are doing well and the horse community needs more like you.
i like this lovely big horse.. she is a beauty.. the feel to ride it must be divine..
I have been binging on your video’s since I found your channel about 2 weeks ago - love how consistent and repeatable your process is!! Even for me - 63, gimpy, rescuer. Thank you for producing them!! I have learned so much!!
Just love the videos, your down to earth, respectful, nurturing attitude. The insight, the wonderful relationship as a family, love the way you are all part of these videos. It’s so important! 👍🏻🥰
Gorgeous mare. Great timing with this horse-for Both horse and rider! Less talk, more body language, less slap, more comfort in release.
My TB had glorious hard hooves too! She was barefoot. When I needed sole protection- I used Easyboot "Gloves".
I do differ with you on the protective leg Wraps.
I think 🤔 so because I don't use them, when trailering with a stranger to my horse- it kicks mine, damages the leg- *That's my fault!
So,same as anything- put them on till they are nothing them , you're ALWAYS READY to haul- moments notice, and safe.
**True storry* 20 21we had to evacuate the barn, 25 horses in a level 3 FIRE 🔥notice
* THAT'S NOW.
I didn't have a trailer at the time, but in past borrowed sister's weekly for lessons, trails So, I had always Used a leather head bumper and leg wraps -she was desensitized ✅️
(20 yrs)... SOOO Glad on this occasion- shod horse kicks can damage !
I had to have someone else trailer my mare (and erratically sadly , it was freaky) I wrapped her up and prayed-sent her off in 60 mph winds at 11pm at night...
I felt so much better, knowing she was wrapped.. as she stood between 2 strange, shod horses traveling to the "shelter in place" fairgrounds 15 mi away.
Plus, I did jumping, and horse camping...polo wraps or sports medicine boots saved my TB'S legs so many times tramping in the forrests with no trails sometimes, sticks jabbing tendons!
Wrapping is a good one for the tool belt, if a vet asks you to do "standing wraps" due to injury... you can!
Sorry, jag there...
I was taught,
" if it could happen , it may happen, so PLAN on making sure- it doesn't happen."
Love to you both. All the team There @ SYH
Truly do enjoy your training, keep giving your
"cosmic confidences "😉
Oregon Girl
Great video Steve & Tanya! Such a beautiful young mare. So glad that her owner knew she needed help & wants to start her mare off right. 👏👏👏 Feeding in a trailer always helps food motivated horses associate trailers with good things. I so wanted to give her mare a few tastes of 'Lick-It' when she was relaxed in the trailer. Also, 100% agree with the Big NO to 'Slap-Claps' as a way to say "good job." To a horse, it's very loud & very aggressive - it's basically rapid hitting. Out in an established herd, it would be very rare for a herd leader to have to get that aggressive with a herd member. The leader would start w/ pinned ears, then the "I might kick you" positioning & if they still don't respond... then maybe, finally, a kick or a bite. Personally, I prefer a soothing massage v. a massage where it feels like they're beating me up! 😆
Yes, please do a blog about Spain! 😍😁 Apart from your excellent work with the horses I LOVE the little snippets of the landscape and the stories you and Tanya tell! 😍
Just a big thank you.
Thanks Steve. What a beautiful mare. I’m glad you could help them both x
You two are so lovely together ❤
I so look forward to watching your channel Steve. Yes, I've learned so much as you enlighten us all on the psyche of a horse ... and how to speak their language and she'd some light on how their brains are wired.
You're so genuine and there's no tricks up your sleeve ... these are legitimate problems were seeing (sad as some of these issues may be) ... but what's so amazing for us is how within minutes you've been able to heal a horse or trigger the oath towards rehabilitation, from either past traumas, abuse or communicated with them, so as to teach what's expected in regards to their behaviours.
Thank you so very much in deciding to share with us how you make this world a better place, for both horse and their riders, owners and/or caretakers.
I'm sure your entire community are horse lovers who are so grateful for all you do for these beautiful creatures that God has created.
Beautiful, KT. , thank you. So well stated!
I so agree. I sure wish I had Steve when I got my abused TB mare.... he would have taught me to be her leader, an not an aggressive preditor- sooner!
Learn so much for you. We appreciate your efforts to share. Thank you.
Gorgeous, gorgeous black PB Arab mare. Love the long ears.❤
You guys are hyesterical!!! Great positive video.
Wonderful! "Nothing bigger than the little things!" Great video, thanks!
It went ,,,,oh no its that bloody Steve ,,I'll have to behave myself,,,,lol,,,,xxx
Gorgeous horse. Great that she asked for help. She does pat really loud. And a real talker. If she could
think mentally, but not a habit for most people. I love watching Steve evaluate constantly the changing situation. That is brilliant. Thanks for another!! wonderful video.
Never saw The Exorcist. Too chicken. And never could digest green pea soup, just like my English/Welsh Dad. He always made yellow split pea soup.
Really like Justin boots.
That was just a wonderful video and an excellent lesson in confidence. Thank you.
I love your road trips and travel vlogs! Yay!
Me too!
You guys are so funny and sweet. Pass the soup! The mare was huge. She had enormous ears but what a sweetheart. You are amazing Steve, I’m sure you do bring calm, assertiveness. You really should meet the Dog Whisperer.
03:12 Awesome tree trunk carving! There is one in Orange Massachusetts, USA too along the main street in town, and a smaller stump shaped into an eagle!
29:33. It was the fact that Steve was there doing ground work and “cosmic stuff”. lololol… No Steve, you are so very clear in your mind that the horse can pick up the images clearly without emotions.
Hey from 🇨🇦. Thanks for all the sights of the beautiful countryside.
Britain, Ireland, Wales is on my bucket list.
I’m not a horse person but I love your work with horses. I love animals and I’m learning about horses, so much, thank you.
I'm a big fan of your videos and it's nice to see a range of horse levels of "severity". I just received my package I ordered from you today (all the way to US)! Can't wait to use the tools.
The horse felt everyone's energy change.
I'm with you Steve about less talking and patting/slapping horse's. The lady did so well and what a beautiful horse.
Thank you and all the very best to all of you associated with this channel.
gorgeous horse! and what a lovely temperament!
Beautiful countryside!
(HUG) What a BEAUTIFUL horse!!!!!
Thanks, Steve and Tanya! Such an important "lesson" for viewers with similar difficulties. What we do with out minds, voice and bodies can create, or cause behaviors we don't want our critters to do. I keep trying to tell people with problem dog behaviors this, and still get blank stares and funny looks. We are a big part of the solution, It helps to realize when we are part of the problem.
Thanks for another video!
Vlog of Spain yes please!
Love watching your videos. Learn so much and they are a delight 😊 thank you so much ❤️
Great video hope you all have a great day 💗
Wow! I don’t know what it is about your videos that makes me so happy but keep it up!
Oh dear video too short 😕love watching you help horses would have loved longer time watching you educate owner and horse. Pea soup looked terrible you should have had your usual fish!! Great views looking forward to your new blog when the family goes to Spain. 😊
Yes. Love your blogs. Spain 👍🏻❤️
Bless her! I’m glad it all went well for her 👏🏻👏🏻💕
I vote yes vlog Spain!! Ur vids interesting And scenic from across the pond! 🇺🇸The wood carved tree beautiful & amazing on the drive. My brother had done large eagle carvings on trees yet not with many animals. I also agree rub a horse not pat, ideally same as a dog. Adorable Boots!!😁👢 The Mr Green happy cactus background much more Lovely than the pea soup🤣. Thanks for the vid👍
I love trailering videos. You said something that was spot on. Make the trailer a good place. I also thing many problems have nothing to do with the trailer. Once you have made it a good place, keep the door closed. I lost a horse once. She wanted to get out of work and knew the trailer was a good place. I left the door open and she went and hid in the trailer.
Steve, you shrunk! 😂 That horse was tall &, especially at 25:30, the perspective of the horse closer to the camera made it really noticeable. ...That was quick thinking on your part for the solution to the mare not loading & staying in the trailer.
I really applaud the use of shavings on the ramp part of a trailer. To already nervous horses - the black traction coating can look like a deep hole to them & the shavings on the ramp are such an easy to implement, simple aid. Also, the crouching down on the ramp, to show your horse it's OK to lower their head - is yet another example of teaching your horse a new idea, thus being a 'herd leader' that your horse can trust! Excellent video. Thanks Steve & Tanya, you're helping so many. PS: I really ♥️♥️♥️ the new & improved Warwick Schiller RUclips videos. Do you watch him? About 8+ years ago he had a major epiphany at one of his clinics. He then 100% changed his methods & his own beliefs & thoughts about horses & about his training methods. He is now 100% Horse-Centric, Zero Abuse training. He's done a really deep dive into both Human & Equine Psychology. Really lovely to learn from him as well. The horses he works with are not "shut down" & very sane & centered. You can see they want to be near him.
when people are heavey 'patters' just ask them, do they think that hurts their horse, if they say no, then ask do you think that would hurt you if someone patted you with the same strength, if they say yes, then just remind them that a hunmans skin thickness is 0.08mm thick and a horses is just 0.05mm thick, so if you think it would hurt you then it would definately hurt your horse! xxx
👏👏👏😘 Couldn't agree more. It's such an unnecessary & aggressive way to communicate "good job" to your horse! Also, when a horse wants their itch scratched... we don't 'clap-slap' them... we rub their itch & they ♥️ their "scritchies." I have always used a gentle neck rub or stroke to tell a horse - good job or well done.
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Sorry but those figures are not correct: Human skin is between 1 and 2 mm thick, a horse's almost 4 mm. And of course humans can feel a fly landing on them as well.
But apart from that I agree that stroking/scratching is much better than patting/slapping 😊
Tanya LOVE LOVE LOVE the boots! I've always wanted western boots, until I saw the price! Yours a gorgeous!!
And that is exactly what was used in the Exorcist movie - green pea soup Linda Blair sent flying to the Priest. You are so right; this movie did terrify us back in the day. However, I have learned about your MUSHY PEAS in the UK, I love peas so I know I'd love mushy peas! GREAT JOB, once again Steve. I agree, the horse was reading Michelle's confidence which rubbed off you and performed beautifully.
I'm coming to Blackpool on Saturday can't flipping wait ..been off my feet for a while and my goal to get mobile again was going Blackpool I'm so bloody excited 🐎
Thanks for taking us on your journey. Hi from Tx USA
Good morning from Texas Steve and Tanya! Thank you for allowing us to view so much of your work with these troubled horses. The only thing missing is a Q & A session now and then.
I'm pretty sure you get that kind of access when you join his subscription group.
Thank YOU guys,fantastic content..gold.xxx
A bit like the dog in the night that didn't bark, what doesn't happen is as tellng as what does. A very instructive video.
Nice to get to see the camera women once in awhile. Love your boots Tanya!
Gorgeous mare I can see why the lady wants to put the work into her ❤️
Beautiful horse. Great tips!
I think Steve got it right when he said it was a combination of things. Either way, she couldn’t do it before you went there and could after you got there.
Agree, a big combo of factors. Personally, I cringe when I see owners/riders leading a horse with their hand on the lead rope... so tight, right up under a horse's mouth/chin area. It's communicating to the horse: I don't trust you, I'm not sure I'm a strong enough 'leader' & therefore, need to exert max control. I have always kept the lead rope loose, expecting (& getting) their best behavior. This includes very high strung, high $$$ horses & they never let me down. To me, it's about mutual respect. A fully grown horse doesn't want their head restrained, esp. as a prey animal - but mainly, I think they don't want to be treated like a toddler!
I really love watching all your videos, Steve! I’m seriously allergic to horses (back when I was 14 I was dead-set on riding but would need puffers throughout and then a couple of days of recovery). Although I can only admire horses from miles away now, I can truly appreciate what you do. Saving these horses is truly amazing.
I’m allergic too and would love to ride 🐎
How about mules, can you tolerate them?
You two are such a great couple with an amazing working relationship. 😊 another one I really enjoyed. Thank you Steve and the lovely Tanya I laughed with you both as usual. Fantastic. 😊😊
Well done Steve & Tania...
Safe Travels ALWAYS...
GBY BOTH & Your Family Always 🙏❤️💙🤗✝️
I love watching, have just a little riding experience, i am amazed at the intelligence of the horses.
I think the horse like dogs pick up the nervessnes of the owner when they are together and with your help she grew more confident
Yes they can also be verry sensetive to someone being stressed.
Lol. Mara took one looked at Steve and thought, "Crap, I've heard of you! Ok, I'm not in the mood to work my feet, back and gain, let's get this over with." *Sigh*
Or going in circles Lol 😆!
Wow ,,,,what a spectacular thing to have in your garden,,,,xx
👍😁🍀Thank you.
RIP QE 2. Sad.
what an incredibly gorgeous, big horse!!
No to automatic waterers. How on earth do you have any idea if your stabled horse is drinking OK, when using one?? It is good to know how much each horse drinks on any given day. Any good groom will agree.
Re boots when travelling. Another argument against is that if they are so clumsy as to step on themselves, do you really want to risk your life riding them? My one caveat is when travelling 2 horses next to each other. I use one set of boots between the 2 horses on the inside legs so one cannot hurt the other horse by stepping on it.
The owner also mentioned practicing in the stable which can add to the list of why it worked on this day.
Well done y’all ! Such a nice Lady and that mare is really something
I agree with you Steve that it was for a combination of different reason that it went so well. Mainly I saw a significant shift in the energy triggered by your confident/calm energy.
We all went to the drive-in movies to see a horror film. The girls refused to sit in our car and went in their own ! Halfway through the film I crept up on the girls car and scratched my nails of my hand down the window, I am still deaf from the screaming and got run over as they opened the doors and fled ! Pea soup, delicious.
Thanks for the upload and have a great week end.
🤣🤣That is wickedly funny!!!
I just wanted to say that Olaf is entitled to his opinion - and he shared it respectfully. I like the banter and sharing between Tanya and Steve. Olaf doesn’t particularly. Please, even if you don’t share his opinion, respectfully allow him and others to share differences of opinion. Thank you.
With respect, I believe your backing up the mare & not letting her get up on you, & using the lead rope to tell her to increase distance...it was installation of respect by you, bc straight on the mare asserted herself & you were having nothing of it!
Mary on Richard's phone in Florida USA all our animals that are born in our possession as soon as her legs can handle it they go for a ride whether it's a dog a horse a donkey a goat whatever it is we start their training day one it has paid off when the house across the street caught on fire and we had to evacuate all I had to do was drop all tailgates yelled everybody loaded in their perspective trailers it was beautiful and we got everybody to safety with no panicking no nothing just hey guys we're going for a ride load
Happy day ! Thank you too!
I always enjoy your videos. I have a comment about how some of the horse owners hold the lead rope with a loop of rope in their hand. Recently a riding friend of mine was ponying a horse and for some reason, both horses reacted to something and her thumb got caught in a loop, resulting in a partial degloving of her thumb. Maybe just a word of caution. PS, the thumb healed up nicely after stitches, she will need PT..
Brilliant video!! : )
Split pea soup with potato, carrots, onions, celery and ham= delicious! ❤️😉
The first moment you stepped into her stall and reached towards her with a halter she stepped towards you and you corrected her. She knew right then to stop the nonsense behavior.
We want to see everything! Doggies too
absolutely love love love your videos ,learned soooo much , please work on volume issues .between your speaking softly ,
and camera person loud
Such a beautiful areabut being from the usa it always throws me for a loop when you're driving on the left vs. the right side like here.
Mara is a beauty ! I must admit I’m also a serial heavy patter of horses , that sounds bad 😂 cannot seem to stop myself proper frustrating
Just keep training yourself to scratch and stroke.
Animals are at our mercy, shame on whoever mistreat them, bcz if its you, it's written in the books in Heaven
I remember: Linda Blaire was it....The music was Tubular Bells, that music always bothered me.
nice video 🐎🐎🐎
I’m hoping for a bit of Blackpool footage if you feel like it!..I really enjoyed your last holiday vid,all the best to you both
Totally agree on your advice not to pat a horse. Maybe people treat horses like dogs who often like a good thumping pat and respond to the voice. Imagine the reaction you'd get if you patted a cat!
Like the green man in the back! lol.
This is a great video. I must say, however, the owner just would not stop talking. She talked over Steve consistently. I had to turn the sound off periodically. I made this comment before seeing to the end. Of course Steve gently provided some feedback. Awesome. Love your videos.I watch them all!
wow that made me flinch too
I thought I would share this with you. I watched a old western staring Charlie Bronson. He played a horse trainer of wild horses, and he used YOUR techniques when he was actually working the horses!
I had a gelding that was trained beautifully but when he was approached by scary,or was separated he flipped over
Please show the vid of Spain