WE WENT TO A HUGE APPALOOSA HORSE AUCTION|What to look for & expect
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ส.ค. 2024
- Hey Horse Lovers! WOW you are going to be blown away with this TWO PART Video SERIES of our Appaloosa Auction Adventure. We went to a horse auction in Sheridan, IL put on by Diamond E Horse Company. This auction was actually in my home town where I grew up, but we had to drive 5 hours from where we now live in Michigan. In Part 1, I'm going to show you all of the horses, point out what I notice, show you my process, and give you some tips and advice regarding auctions. Part 2 will be the bidding process! Moreover, If you ever want to buy a horse from an auction I highly recommend bringing an experienced trainer, buyer, or friend along for the ride. ANYWAYS, Check out how I go about picking & bidding on horses at this sale and as always Enjoy the ride!
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I would be difficult to choose 😎
The horse at 13:13< I immediately felt you both had a connection, like the horse was meant for you. For me, in any animal, that spiritual connection is beyond any other desire in an animal.
@@keh-dalia809 I completely agree!
@@freespiritequestrian I just got my first horse on August 7th. His name is Mater, a red roan paint, 16 years old, 16.1 hands high, his breed is a quarter horse, Belgian draft, paint cross.
@@InspirationEmPire25 oh my gosh he sounds gorgeous!!!! Congrats!
3:37 the foal and the mom are mine! The person who bought them decided that he didn’t want them, I was the second highest bidder. I named the foal Domino and the mom Bingo.
Wow that’s amazing!!!!!!!
Congratulations! Take good care of your new fur babies
I'm glad that this was a nice auction for horses that are very likely to get good new homes---those kill buyer auctions are so distressing.
Yep totally agree.
I HATE kill auctions
@@urnan7330 same but this wasn’t one.
I absolutely agree, I support Horse Plus Humane Society, they’re absolute angels and save every horse they can in slaughter price range to stop the kill buyers and feed lots buying them. This stops these beautiful animals dying a horrendous death in Mexico and Canada. They even buy horses that have to have the last act of kindness because they’re so badly injured or extremely sick. They give love to every single horse, donkey, mule and mini that comes to their yard. Seriously good organisation and such beautiful souls.
Should only kill for survival. This kill auction is unnecessary as we already hunt wild animals.
My very first horse was an Appaloosa. She was a big brood mare dark brown with a white blanket. My mom's Appaloosa was a red roan who was pregnant when we got her. She had a colt who was kind of a red roan with a white blanket. My brother had a white Appaloosa, he had lost his color. He was beautiful and he knew it. We would get him all cleaned up and my brother had everything black, saddle and briddle then he would get on him and he would arch his neck and start prancing with his tail up and was just beautiful to watch. All of our horses were spoiled rotten. They were more like big puppy dogs than horses.
In the mornings we would step outside and they would start telling us good morning. If we wanted to go riding all we had to do is call them. If we went out in the pasture they would have to come see what you were doing. Those days are my fondest memories growing up. All of the horses you were showing were all very nice looking. There were a few that needed some TLC but not bad. Thank for your video I sure miss not having horses anymore.
Wow sounds like you had some absolutely beautiful horses! Thank you for sharing everything ❤️❤️🐎🐎🐎.
Thank you for keeping the camera steady on the horses long enough to really look them over. Great video, the voice over is really informative as well. Appreciate your sharing.
You’re welcome! I tried :). I’m glad this was informative. Thanks for watching. ❤️
You are so lucky to have these opportunities to attend auctions and build your herd with stunningly beautiful horses. Well done. It’s great that you share these experiences with us. I’ll likely never have a horse now but I can live vicariously with your enjoyment.
Thank you very much. I appreciate you watching!
I love when she said “Let’s go look at more horses look at this MULE “😂
Bahahaha 🤣🤣🤣🙌
In my much younger years, I had a Palomino. Beautiful horse, and well tempered, and rode well. After he passed on, I never got another one. I do watch a horse rescue group on TH-cam. I wasn't looking for anything on horses, but your channel showed up, so I watched. Great job on how you look, and feel on them. I subscribed. Thank you for showing experience.
Palomino’s are so gorgeous. Thank you for watching! ❤️
Thanks for bringing us beautiful horses to view! It’s hard to see those that are suffering or too thin. Hoping they found loving homes.
Agreed.
It really upsets me, when the People who buy horses to go abroad to kill , is heartbreaking, I hate these humans who can pick out those that go for a cheap price and the mares with foals can be bought cheaply. I used to go to Auctions to save any pony, donkey, Mule i could, then, I would get my Vet to check them out, make them well again , physically and mentally, and when they were ready for a wonderful home put them up for sale. Only the best homes for them, of course. But, I'm could not save them all, and, it it broke my heart every Auction and affected me so badly, and decided not to go to anymore Auctions. This one here looks like , they may all be a OK. What a lovely lady you are with all your lovely and lucky horses, to be in your care, awe
I just recently came across your page, and I wanted to say a novice horse person that I love your videos, especially your auction videos. You give such good advice, pointing out what you look for when viewing horses. You explain in clear language what you're seeing and feeling as you look them over, pointing out what might be or become issues. Thank you!
Welcome to the channel! Thank you 😊
Loved seeing your horse picking process at the auction! For someone who is new to auctioning this has been a great guide for me!
I’m so glad this has help you! Thank you.
❤R.I.P. Prince Charming ♥️
R.I.P its so sad he was only there for such a short time
This auction looks so organized and all the animals look well taken care of. So used to seeing videos of auctions with injured, old, starved, beaten down horses.
Yeah it was definitely better than most.
At my barn my parents brought in this new Overo Mare and her colors are absolutely GORGEOUS.
She has a white base and a few light brown/honey color patch’s on her.
She has half brown half white mane and it’s long and healthy.
We’ve had her a week and she doesn’t like to get dirty and is always smooth.
I have a 2 year chestnut Filly that’s an amazing horse if you wanna go fast around a ring but he’s always really dirty, they are pretty much opposites but they get along surprisingly well.
That’s cool! ❤️
I LOVED this video!! Appaloosas are my favorite horses by far, their personalities are the best! I would’ve have wanted to take them all 😅I can’t wait for part 2!
Thank you! Yes, apps are incredible. I can’t wait to show everyone part 2 as well.
Love love Appaloosa horses thank you so much for showing this
I love your auction videos, you always make sure to educate us at the same time too!
I've been looking for a video like this! I love hearing what you look for/what are big nonos at auctions and how you walk us through that. If you do another auction, I would love a video showing what you look for in confirmation, training, and health of horses and what are good and bad examples of that. Thank you for posting!
Thank you! I talk about these things in all of my auction videos ❤️❤️❤️❤️.
I felt like I was really with you in this video! Great camera work! And I absolutely love the appaloosa breed as well, will always make me think of my precious Emilee. Hoping all these darlings get their forever home! If I were there, I'd want every one of those sweet ponies and tiny donkeys coming home with me!! 🥰 So stinkin' adorable!! How does one make a final decision on just one?! So many beautiful and sweet horses to choose from!!💖🐴💖
I’m glad you watched. Thank you! Yes, Apps are amazing. It’s hard to choose just one but I know how much work (and money) it all takes, and that grounds me haha.
I would have loved the little Zebu, but I can understand that being a risky even just plain idea for a mainly horse owner, as cattle fed can be straight up toxic to horses, so the poor little fella would just be an additional risk factor with owning horses.
Love what you do! Thank you for all the care and kindness that you speak of when talking about these horses.
They all need a caring home and feel wanted! If I had a good size parcel I would love to give one a home! 😔
Yes I wish I could buy all
Of them!
I really enjoy seeing all the horses. Such a huge variety!
I feel very sad for all these pets being sold off :’( i hope they find good homes cause the ones selling doesnt seem to appreciate them. 15:58 especially this little guy I feel so sorry for, he looks so lost and wondering why hes there 😭 I wanna give him a hug, he needs a good family
I know 🥺
I had a thing for horses from birth, almost....I had 5 of them, never would or did consider selling them.....that's why I would never be able to do what she does. Mine are all buried on my property now.
I love appys. Family friends had one called patchy. He was such a character. He would steal things out of you pocket or the hat off your head and run off with them. He was so cheeky.
That’s hilarious!
Thank you Kyle and Shae, for all you do. I'm 75 love your show. Very educational. ❤❤😊
I'm in love 🥰 seeing all these horses! Would absolutely take a lot of self control!!
A LOT OF SELF CONTROL 😂😂😂😂
I love your blunt honesty. I haven't came across any other channel that is like yours. You are amazing
Awww thank you so much! I don’t have time to not be straightforward LOL, but I always try to be kind.
This!
I LOVE🐴 auctions, brought back great memories❤
I love when she says the video just is not doing justice. I love and right it is 2am and I have been watching your videos all night and I need to wake up at 6:30 so I might be tired in the morning but it was worth it😊❤
You’re so fun to watch. Thank you so much for showing us and telling us all about the horses I love it.
I'm a little late to the party on this one, but I really love your auction visits. Thank you for sharing your travels with us.
Better late than never! Haha welcome :).
Totally love these auction videos. Eye candy for horse lovers.
Love the horse sales. You tell us all the things we need to know. I’m learning soo much! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed! :)
From you I learned about the draft cross sport horse registry! As a big n tall lady I’m grateful to now have terminology to articulate what I’m looking for in a horse one day. Also you are a wonderful trainer. Keep it up!!
Having had Appaloosas for over 40 years, there's a difference between eye sclera and "crazy eye". Just so everyone knows. You and I have similar loves: you love mustangs and Appaloosas, and I recently adopted a Warm Springs Appaloosa Mustang. The most loving, personable horse I've ever owned.
THANK YOU!!!! I appreciate you knowing what I meant by that lol. That’s so cool! I would love to see pics of your app/Mustang, that’s what I want to get in the next couple years. ❤️❤️❤️
i absolutely am in love with your channel! you are such a kind and happy person and so informative! thank you for this wonderful video!
Thank you! I try!!!! :)
I just love your commentary. I always wanted a horse and I'm able to live vicariously through your videos. I'm able to relax at end of day by watching you and the horses. . Thank you !!!
I've watched several of these Free Spirit episodes and admire her good eye, gentle touch and practical attitude with all the horses.
Thank you ❤️
Love the appaloosas and the draft horse. Lots of nice horses at that auction.
I love to see all these horses. You are so strong to resist buying many of them.
Let me tell you it’s SO hard!
You've officially became my favorite horse related TH-cam channel. ♥️
OMG yay!!!! 🤩⭐️❤️
I loved Domino and was cheering you on to get him. My best dog ever was a Dalmatian and his name was Domino, 1972-1986. He was so smart I had to start spelling words cuz “hike” or “walk” would get him excited. Now to find the next video…
This was an awesome video and your mom could be your sister. 🥰
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Can’t wait for part 2! Gorgeous horses!😁 Love all your videos! There were a lot of gorgeous horses there!.
Thank you so much! There sure were.
I am older and I love watching your visit to the auction. All of the horses and ponies are great to see and your assessment helps us understand what is Important to look for, Thanks.
That’s awesome! Thank you.
5:55 11/3/23. This watching auctions is new for me. I am impressed with your knowledge. The animals ( horses) are so beautiful. Thank you for investing your time and efforts.
Hi, I really enjoyed your informative and candid Auction visit ! Domino, the Appalosa and the Palamino were very impressive to see. Thank you for sharing. Bye from St. Louis.
I really enjoy watching your excitement at the auctions. At least this auction had a lot of nice healthier horses and hopefully find a good home. There were so many beautiful horses that you were drawn to. Nacho and Domino were very attentive and nibbling at you, so cute. Oh and those drafts, so big and gorgeous. Can't wait to see your choice. On to part two.
This was really educational! I’d love to learn more about how auctions work
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I love that you make positive comments on horses you may not be particularly interested in You’re teach me a lot about what to look for! Thank you for your fair and sunny assessments
Very cool! I've only ever been to one horse auction. I was 8 and got to go along with my great uncle. He bought "me" a quarter horse, Galileo. He was BEAUTIFUL. He was mine while I was visiting his farm. I'm now grown and live on my own farm. My husband and I will be ready for horses by the end of next year. We're building a whole new barn this fall. I am so excited. This brought back memories. I can't wait to go again. Thanks for the video and all of the tips on what to look for 🐎💛
Wow what a cool story and OMG I’m so happy and excited for you! Congrats girl, that’s fantastic!!!!!!
Love your eye for detail which I find very important knowing what to look for especially those minor details which should be important as to the overall health and character of the breed in particular the younger horses when assessing the horses current behaviour and longevity for what you need when purchasing. Enjoy the passion and joy you exude so love your work and look forward to watching and learning from all your videos.
Thank you! I try my best with the knowledge I have and I always want to continue expanding that through learning and more experience. ❤️
Thank you for taking us along on your trip to buy a new horse. I've wanted a horse all my life. I asked for one for my sixth birthday. Mom wasn't convinced a horse would be happy living in our basement as I suggested, and city life would not make a horse happy. In my entire life, I.have been on a horse for maybe 30 minutes in total. I am living vicariously through you. All I can say was.I had a wonderful time...just sad that your film ended with "to be continued". I did subscribe to your channel so I will look forward to seeing more. You used quite a few terms I had never heard before. Next time I will write them down so I can look them up. I loved the little donkeys too. So darn cute. And, I guess since I am a tall woman I end up being attracted too (and a little afraid of) the big / tall horses. So many wonderful choices. I'm just sad you don't have the time or resources to help one of the neglected horses. I feel bad that they do not have anyone to love them and help them regain their strength and good spirits. I am very impressed with your confidence around and knowledge of horses. You were very good at reading the horse's mood and respecting their choice to become better acquainted or not. I liked that very much. Whoever you bring home will be a very lucky horse. I am excited to see what happens at the auction and which horse you buy!
Thank you!!!!! I have taken on neglected horses, but you can’t save everyone sadly. I really appreciate your comments. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for your response. I did not expect it. You have so much to do with your business and horses. Of course, you have taken in neglected horses. I should have realized that you do from what I witnessed during the auction. Your love, respect and concern for every horse that you visited during the pre-auction horse inspection phase was definitely apparent in your manner, words and interactions with the horse you were with. It had not dawned on me that each buyer had goals, a budget, and a criteria to meet in the purchase of a horse. I also learned that the entire process was a dynamic process, there were no guarantees, and achieving what you hoped for was a matter of timing: right buyer for the horse's needs, right horse for the buyer's purchasing goals, and the right degree of congruence between cash available and asking price, buyer confidence, and competition characteristics at work during the auction of your desired horse. I was relieved to see that buyers have more than one chance to win if--during the inspection pre-auction phase--they look for and find more than one horse that would fit their purchasing criteria. It is also important to gather as much information about the horse you like and then rate it in each of the criteria categories required. Total ranking of each horse liked would help with the bidding process.
Then when a horse in your select group comes up for auction the game begins. And, if you were not able to go the distance and outbid other bids to win the horse (for many reasons; such as, the horse was not your favourite which was yet to come up for bidding, and the price asked was either more than you could pay due to budget, or would pay depending on the worth you placed on owning that particular horse) there are still other horses you have qualified for purchase and can bid on them should you choose. Always another horse at that auction in your select group or, perhaps, in the next auction.
I'm sorry I'm rambling and writing on. It was exciting adventure, a great lesson, and a most enjoyable film. You were magnificent on all counts. I loved how it all turned out. I look forward to the next episode. 💖👏
I'm SO into the big drafts lately. I've always wanted one. So I would have had to be tied and hauled out on a dolly to keep from getting at least 2. Preferably the Irish Drum and maybe the big dapple gray or Domino. My 2nd horse was an Appy mare, and I fell in love with the breed. I'm too old and broken now to ride, but my grandkids and great grandkids would all benefit from owning one, or at least having access to one aka grandmas house
How cool! Thanks for sharing ❤️
Oh, I can't wait to see what you did! I really enjoyed seeing all the pretty horses! you have such a good eye.
Thank you! I really appreciate that.
Gorgeous horses! Thanks for the tour!
My pleasure!
Thanks for letting us tag along. Some good options there.
Hopefully prices valued to reduce risks but bringing in founder and low body scale drops value for slaughter purchase.
I never like seeing Mom and foal combos at auction. Often Mom dumped back in auction or better value for kill buyers.
Thanks for sharing
I know it’s so sad :(.
Shey, your Mom is as gorgeous as you are. You two could be taken as sisters. Thanks for taking us to another auction. ❤ 🐎 🐴 🏇
Love your videos.I no longer have horses and miss being able to ride.Watching your videos is like being right there with you.I love the beautiful scenery.
I’m so glad! Thank you for watching ❤️
This is the amazing and at the same time, sad thing about horses in USA.
The horses nobody wants, usually ends up on slaughter trucks, being shipped from auction to auction, until they reach the border.
But this auction looks like the horses are higher class, well cared for, and I like the openness of the whole thing, so easy to view the horses, good light, and everything.
The video is well made, and the horses are stunning.. 😍
Yes it was nice to see a “decent auction” of there is such a thing lol. Thank you for watching!
I can’t wait for part 2! All of the horses where so pretty. I learn a lot when I watch your videos
Thank you! I’m excited to post Part 2. So glad you are learning and enjoying the videos :).
When will we see part 2 ?
@@nancycouch5442 5pm
Such great info about what to look for! They're all beautiful, difficult to decide! I'll take all of them! Haha, I wish!
I know!!!! If only the cash flow was endless LOL
@@freespiritequestrian EXACTLY,!
So many beautiful horses! Nice to see an auction where the horses are taken care of.
As always? You are stunning! And SO appreciate your evaluations and observances! I’ve never been disappointed in any of your videos. Thank you so much! With areciation and respect, Sue ♥️🕉☮️🧜♀️😘🌸🌺🌼☘️🧚🏻♀️🕊♥️‼️
How awesome! Thank you Sue. Comments like these really inspire me so again thank you. ❤️❤️❤️
Shea, I have learned so much from your videos. I may never use the knowledge but love learning. MERRY CHRISTMAS, sweet lady!
I’m so glad!!! Thank you.
Hello, I went back and watched this auction over again. Thank you, Shae, for the education and a fun time gain.
I have quickly grown to love your videos. I have been a lifelong lover of horses. Even in my old age I still love them. I have not. Ridden enough or loved enough horses in my life. Any horse, pony, donkey still turnes my head. I plan to keep tuning in your videos.
I have always loved horses but never had the chance to take lessons or own one of my own. This is a very educational video I feel, I didn't even know you could auction for horses! Thank you for these videos!!!
Awww! It’s never to late to start! Thank you for watching ❤️.
They are so beautiful. I love all of them ❤️
Yes they are!
nachos lil wiggly lip, i wouldve cried and cried to get him what an absolute baby. his colour in his spots is gorgeous and i bet the camera isnt doing him justice. these videos are teaching me i have no self control, and ill end up bringing home a whole lil herd like my aunt did LOL
‘Rainy day, ride a gray,’
I choose Nacho! I’m wondering how many hands? His disposition is playful and inquisitive, nice. He seemed sweet.
I also love wide chesty horses, prefer geldings over filly’s or mares and all the old fashion large rounded buns, love, love, love Domino and Groot. Groot is quiet natured, nice; he would make a nice, comfortable, easy, enjoyable ride.
So hard to choose
I have to stick him but probably 15.2 :). He is so sweet and fun!!
Love your videos. You explain what you're looking at and your pros n cons for each
Thank you! ❤️
Thanks for another great video. How nice that you went there with your mom. Thanks for the great tips. I feel so sorry for the sick ones. I hope they went to good homes who will take care of their health problems and shower them with love.🐴💕😔 Waiting for part 2.
Thank you! Yes, I was so happy she came with. It was a very long weekend! I hope they do too, it’s hard.
@@freespiritequestrian Thanks for your reply. Yes it is hard. We can only pray that they are rescued and helped. God Bless.
I never tire of watching your videos.
My old paint has been my best friend for 23 years and his conformation is less than perfect but his personality and behavior have always been perfect! He is a once in a lifetime horse! Hoping to find a horse that has a personality like his or at least as close as possible not fair to compare, as every horse is unique in there own way! Littlehorse took care of me when we were young, I will take care of him while we are old!
Awwww love this ❤️
All of them are so c cute ! Glad you got one😀 I like how you look at all the things your so observant and “ we both like shiny things made me laugh 😂
Bahahahaha yes ❤️❤️❤️
What a beautiful auction! I'm glad that *most* of the horses, donkeys, mules, & ponies were in good shape, well-fed, well-farrowed, & well-groomed. Like you say, every horse has some small issue but some less than others.
I grew up in a Mojave Desert town about one hour west of Bishop, CA in the Sierras, which itself was an hour west of the fabled Mt. Whitney. Bishop is home to the Bishop Mule Days, which included races, rodeos, a conformation mule show, kids' riding, and more. Seeing some of the beautiful mules in this post made me smile nostalgically...those Bishop mules tended to be a bit more rough & ready! But they were performers and I always loved going to see the Bishop Mules at their show.
Yes it was a decent auction. That’s so cool regarding the Mule Days!!!! How amazing.
I had a sweet quarter horse mare when I was in high school 55 years ago. I really miss riding and enjoy your posts. 😊
My first three horses were leopard Appaloosa’s, so they will always have a soft spot in my heart
This was great, thank you!! It is nice to see so many healthy and beautiful horses at auction!!
Yes! A change from the sick, thin, neglected ones :(.
Holy crap! Your mom looks more like your sister!!! Wow, such great genes, your going to look so great when your going up in age numbers! It must be wonderful to have such great genes! 👍
She will LOVE this comment! LOL. Thank you!!!!
Loved it!
This video on the Apoloosa horses was so thorough as other types were talked about. I also learned a lot on various other breeds. I am thankful I watched until the end.
So glad you did!
After watching your video about the third time or more I'm sure you would have so much fun working and playing with any miniature animal. Just for fun!😍❤❤❤ I really do enjoy your videos so much. When I was growing up my Dad always wanted a pony or horse. There was 9 children in my family and I was lucky enough to get my first shetland pony at the age of three. We never sold ponies but by the time I was in middle school we had 21 ponies and 3 horses. I thoroughly appreciate all you cover and the information is so important to know. You are so beautiful and very knowledgeable. Thank you Shae for all you do. ❤❤❤
Great and education video. I would have a nervous breakdown if I was there. So many beautiful horses. I'm hoping you get a pet donkey. They can be so sweet and everyone loves to hear them. I can't wait for part 2. 🌹.
It was all kinds of crazy! Lol. ❤️🐎
Thank you Shea, for taking us along on the Auction. Some of those horses were beautiful. Now, for the white appalooza that was very affectionate at the beginning. Did you bid on that one? I love all of them. Some of those paints were pretty. I like the black mustang. I enjoy watching the auctions. thank you.
Yes it was nice to see Queen Belle today! She's got it made in the shade there. Nice place!
Thank you for the tour. I don't trust myself not to buy, buy, buy, sometimes. Definitely, it's important to set my mind before I enter the auction.
It’s SO hard!!!! Lol
* Amazing draft horse at: 11:31* My God what a sensational horse!! Unfortunately I'm not in the business but it happens that he reminds me of a horse I rode 60, (yes 60) years ago, named Ben. He wasn't used for riding but he was very fast and for some reason connected with me. They are such beautiful animals. and I kind of get a little emotional thinking about him!
Awwww! Sounds like a cool horse 🐎
I love these type of videos because it teaches the viewer what to look for when viewing a horse at auctions (like, conformation, sway back, cresty neck, etc.) so, your're doing awesome, thanks.
Awwww thanks! Glad they are helpful :).
So many beauties! Good information for what to look for and at.
Glad it was helpful!
Beautiful horses 🐎. So hard to choose. Thank you for your lessons on smart auctioning. Happy Thanksgiving.
I do love the auction videos! ❤️❤️
They are intense! lol 😂
Love all the paints.. but that appy Domino 🤩
Right?! They are all so beautiful.
Thank you for taking me with you. I’ve been a horse lover my whole life but sorry to say I haven’t been around them probably for the last 35 years. I have dreams where I’m going to ride but in my dreams I never get to ride. All right again one day. I’m only 63. Judy bear
That dip in that 1 horse's back is known as swayback. they can only get this if they were ridden too young. My Pappy explained this to me when he was living.
When a horse or pony is under 2, you can ride them at a certain growth rate, but not for too long. He explained no more than 15 to 30 minutes should be the length of any ride. The lighter the load on a young horse, the better. If you have too heavy of a load on a growing horse or pony for too long, they'll get sway back. He explained they're usually full grown by about 3 years old. If you're going to ride a young horse that's just big enough to ride, you're probably best to just sit on them for a moment or two, no more than a few minutes and just ride at a short walk . my Pappy was a World War 2 vet and he had a small horse farm after steel mill retirement. He pretty much knew all about horses and ponies, so that's why he passed that knowledge on to me. Now I can pass it on to others who really need to know from someone else's experience. You can ride a young horse or a pony, but make sure the rider is as light as possible. When they reach about to, you can't completely trust a two-year-old, so just be careful.
I've seen situations where we've had new Colts and baby saddles on them just to start getting them used to the saddle during baby age. I noticed how the horse trainer would just start walking them around when they were just big enough to be able to just start working with them.
You pretty much have to start working with them at birth according to our horse trainer. You have to start by petting them a lot, talking to them, hand feeding them, and then walking them around with a rope and halter. When there are a few weeks or a few months old, you can put a baby saddle on and just walk them around just to start getting them used to it. The horse trainer's daughter, who was about 3, was eventually put into that baby saddle and walked around on the colt. Our horse trainer was much Indian, so she knew a whole lot more than we did and we learned from her. We never had a single issue with any of the horses or ponies that grew up on our farm. Those who were around the farm long enough learned something about horses. If they didn't even know a thing. by time you left that farm you pretty much were an expert to some degree or another. After a long while of seeing Pappy feeding each animal, it's own type of food and it's own amounts that each one got come out. I was riding snowball 1 day when I got a feeling to surprise Pappy and go ahead and feed the animals, because now I know how. This was something that was way outside my norm. That's because I was never asked by Pappy to feed, but this day I got a feeling like something came over me to go ahead and surprise. Shortly after that, there were times when Pappy had me go ahead and feed, and he sometimes looked in on me during those times to make sure I was giving the right foods in the right amounts to the right animals. I never made a mistake as Papi supervised to make sure I knew what I was doing. I didn't even realize that I knew all the measurements until I had that feeling come over me 1 day and I surprised him. after that, there were times when I could be an extra help on the farm at feeding time, even at times I could help with watering. He soon found out I couldn't lift a 5 gallon bucket of water and had to have only a 1/2 bucket or less, so that meant I had to make more trips to fill up a certain outdoor trough. although I did get stronger, I can't say that I'll ever be as strong as Papi. It was so much easier though to just turn on the bathtub inside the one section of the barn and fill up that trough. Pappy's long since gone comma but those were the days!
Shout out to Pappy hopefully in heaven, I love you Pappy! You are missed, thanks so much for the love, support an educational experience along with total personal growth and freedom. you will be forever loved and missed.
Also shout out to snowball, my favorite 3/4 horse/pony of all the animals we ever had. I love and miss you girl, Pappy buried you on the farm in the small field. I'll see you in heaven someday, be good, see you soon. Thanks for the 2 colts, I was able to ride one although the other 1 died. You're older one lived through the poisoning. You and your first born experienced. I don't know if Pappy ever found out who poisoned you, it was when neither of us we're able to catch whoever it was. I'm sure God knows who it was, but again, I'll see you and your baby in heaven someday.
Very nice horses indeed. Thank you for the tour and thoughts on each horse.
You’re welcome. I love sharing ❤️
Loves seeing all of these horses !! I also love your videos ! But I would not be able to be there or I would have bought all of the Appaloosas !!! 😂
I know right?! It’s so hard!
For real ! I absolutely love Appaloosas ! I have a few now and they are amazing !!
I love your videos so much and they are so inspiring for me to go to auctions as well ! I love to rescue horses !
My dream horse would probably be an Appaloosa one that kind of looked like dice he was a really really pretty horse I also wanna go to a auction but being a 13-year-old not very much property to own a horse but that won’t stop me from loveing Appaloosas at like two years ago when I moved into my new house I found a old old old rusted draft horse shoe and it was really really big so I love love your videos ❤🤗
They are an amazing breed for sure. I’m sure you’ll be able to buy all the Appaloosa’s you want when you’re older! Thanks for watching ❤️
I don't know anything about horses but I enjoy your videos very much! Thanks.
I like these auctions, the horses look healthy. I'm used to seeing unhealthy, skinny horses at auction. Paints and Appys are my favorites.
Yes, finally a decent one. They are my favs too!!!
Thank you for this video! I learned so much!
My pleasure! ❤️
I, absolutely love your auction videos, they're fun as well as educational. Thank you so very much!
Some of the colours are just breathtaking 🥰