Jim don’t worry about how much you talk I watch channels that run for 40 mins and the person talks for 5!! I love listening to Brenda and love listening to you whispering to the horses!!! You talk when and about what you want I personally just love watching you work with these amazing animals!!!!
The sketch of Buck is stunningly beautiful. You guys are SO blessed to have so many wonderful people for fans/friends. I could hear the sadness in Brenda's voice as she was remembering Buck. May God bless, protect and comfort Gordon Family Farm and all who dwell there. R.I.P. Buck. Maybe see you on the other side. 🙏🙏
Baron did calm down after a while. A lot of the struggle would have been avoided if he had taken a little bit out of his time each day to lift his feet up and pat his hoof and pretend he was doing something with them and to clean his hooves out. I was waiting g for Baron to bite him as well. He is a good horse and gentle.😊
I would say Jim is somewhat apprehensive, trepidatious, re how his huge baby is going to react. But I reckon Baron has "genetic memory" (my own term) from his many ancestors. I have seen behavioural brilliance, also flaws, and genetics matter.
Stock is marvelous 4 them too. And letting him have his leg back let's them know that whatever you're doing it's Not Forever. Great work Jim. Thanks 4 being Jim right hand man. Beautiful memory's of Buck..condolences
Hi jim please dont feel bad about not talking. I'm not a talker myself. I know it drives alot of people crazy but you know we have to be ourselves. And I so enjoy watching yall.
I know why you said you were not going to do much talking. You knew you needed to talk to Barron. The amount of time you spent encouraging, calming and soothing Baron during the first 10-15 minutes of the process was wonderful to watch.
I used to raise horses. I had one mare who never had a trim until I sold her at 7. My foundation stallion went years at a time without a trim. He never had shoes on him. I had a mare with perfect feet - size 00 (double ought). I owned that mare her entire life. She would drive, but not great at it. She would ride western or english. Jumping, dressage. I rode her on the side of a highway with a halter and lead rope and a "postage stamp" saddle. It was a very old English close contact saddle. For my health I sold them all. I enjoy watching you and get a horse fix vicariously. And I rarely talk on a daily basis. I live alone by choice. If I want to talk I just take my service dog to Walmart, LOL. 😂
For those that have not seen a horse being shod before, what you just saw was an expert horseman doing what was needed for the benefit of the horse. A horse cannot work everyday barefoot because, his hooves will deteriorate to the point that it will become lame without shoes. Baron did well for the first time. Few people are fortunate enough, to witness this type of an event
Baron did really well for first time shoeing, what a beautiful portrait of Buck it was very special what a talented lady she is. He had the sweetest gentlest face. God bless
When an experienced horseman tells you that the stocks are the best option to shoe his young horse it is the best option. He has lived through many situations you can't even imagine and learned what is best and safest for everyone involved. Jim,Brenda and Baron started that video unharmed and all three ended unharmed. Great job all three of you, Baron did amazing for his first shoeing. Jim that was tiring just to watch, imagine how hard and dangerous it could have been without the stocks. Brenda great work, very wise not to get to close that big boy could seriously hurt all three of you. Talking is over rated Jim, I'm here to see that gorgeous stud learn, work and grow. Great work all around.
What a beautiful tribute to Buck! He will be in our hearts and memories for many years to come. Baron is such a good boy! I love watching videos with him learning or experiencing something new. It shows how far he has coming in his training. It also shows how much Jim has to offer when it comes to training young horses. Jim has a wealth of knowledge. I loved how Jim just kept telling Baron, "It's alright", in his soft voice. You can tell that all the horses trust Jim and Brenda so much. As always, great content and keep the videos coming. I look forward to seeing them every week! ❤❤
I never saw stocks before I came to this channel. My mentor was an Australian Light Horse farrier during WWII. Stationed in Townsville, Queensland, they shod all the mules to go to New Guinea, supply train for army in very steep, rough country. Problem was, they were all unbroke and unhandled. They devised a crush, with rails to tie the feet to, and got the job done. Must have been quite a circus. Do we know the history of stocks? Never seen them in Australia. Fabulous job! What a horse! Great horse in the right hands, good on you, Jim, and thanks, Brenda, for the videoing.
Shoeing stock is a tool, if used properly it is definitely an asset to both horse and owner. As mentioned from the beginning of the video, training leading up to it just as with all a horse’s training provides positive results. Great job!
Kelly IF Jim had of worked with his feet more in the last year he has owned him his life and the horses would have been so much easier. It seems so many people are lazy and will not put in the work to work with and train a young horse. I find it abominal that a horse 4 years old does not pick his feet up for cleaning or trimming let alone shoeing. and Jim pays the price in the first fight to shoe,
@@wilburfinnigan2142 yes, the more proper training done, the better the outcome. But I have seen many ways of trimming. As long as the horses doesn’t become lame, then I guess it is done correctly. How a person wishes to reach the same outcome doesn’t matter so much really
Yes, again Jim calmly had Baron in his hands, molding him with his gentle voice. Baron did very well for his first shoeing!!!! So, proud! Lot's of Great memories with Buck's sketch. Thank You!
Jim is all business this morning. Baron seemed to do very well for first time. Portrait of Buck is grand. Glad to see the fine signs. Is there a memory wall of signs past? Life goes on. Not forgotten.
❤ just love that Baron, what a horse he is turning out for you both. As just a comment, in the UK it is a criminal offence to shoe horses without formal farrier training and registration. I'm sure that you know what you are doing Jim. My grandfather was in the Royal Artillery during WW1. He joined up as a ploughman so already had a great deal of horse knowledge. Whilst in the army he trained and passed out as a shoeing Smith and fought in France and the Baltics.
Thanks for sharing Baron`s first time being shod. Also that tribute drawing of your late horse Buck is a work of art. Very generous gift. Please stay safe. Cheers.
Like any high skilled job such as being a farrier the people who do it every day make it look easy. My family had 60 or more horses on a pmu farm. So we all could trim the feet for walking around raising a foal . But it is very hard on the back.Wish we had a stock like that
I know exactly what you mean, when you say, somedays you just don't feel like talking! I had to laugh, because I can tell that sometimes, it's just difficult. I understand completely!!
I've seen many horses shoed, but never put in a form for that purpose. Learn something new every day! The horses I saw shoed were always tied up but free standing.
He's such a good boy. He was a bit afraid on the first foot, and he was watching you like a hawk. By the second foot, he'd figured out you weren't trying to hurt him, and he was just trying to figure out how to balance himself. Same thing with the shoes. He was scared for the first one, and the second one he is standing like an old hand. If anybody thinks the shoeing stock is cruel, just let them see what can happen to either the horse or the shoer if the horse pulls his foot away when he has several nails through that aren't clinched yet. If the shoer isn't quick to bang those nails down, they can tear a chunk out of hands or legs. The horse can cut himself up, or tear a chunk out of his foot if he steps on the shoe with the other foot while he is struggling. I'm feeling for you there, Jim. As I've said before, I've done that job once, and that was enough for me. In the coldest weather, my blacksmith would be sweating while I was holding the horse and shivering. It is really hard work. I guess it isn't as bad with the stocks, when you aren't trying to hold up an ornery horse that is leaning on you, but working bent over like that is just hard. I don't think he was thinking about biting. I think he was relaxing enough that he was actually just messing with you and showing affection, although I thoroughly agree with you on not trusting colts further than I can throw them. His ears were up and his expression was soft. You are very wise to let the hind feet go another day. You are clearly blown, and it gets harder to be patient as you get more exhausted. He has been good, and quitting on a good note means he'll be more cooperative next time.
Oh how beautiful to see the sun blazing through instead of gray clouds.I understand that your not really a talking man Jim,l noticed this a long long time ago and you know what that's perfectly OK truly. People really need to understand that a dangerous job like logging needs 100% concentration and its rather nice just watching without any talking.
I think I’d calm right down having Jim’s comforting voice telling me it’s alright 🙂, Baron keeps looking back to see what Jim is doing. Nice set up Jim. Be safe, take care.
Farming is such hard work 365. My grandfather was a farmer and I lived with my parents just a little way from the farm so I spent a lot of time with him. Helping as I grew older and I really admire you. Hugh from UK.
Jim I admire you for doing these videos. I am one who doesn't like to talk myself. I could not do video and explain what I am doing. You are so good with your horses and it shows in how they respond to you. Baron is doing so good for his first time. I did my own shoeing when I had horses. Thank you for sharing your life with us
...Jimbo, I appreciate any and all insight that you share,, obviously you're a man of action and all that talking just doesn't get the job done and that is one of the reasons I enjoy this channel as well as Brenda's supreme cinematography... thank you for sharing and I really mean that!!!
Not being in the mood or whatever to talk - No Problem! You were have a conversation with Baron. I'm content just to listen in and watch. Brenda - "Just thinking of your best interests." Where have I heard that before?
I kept expecting Baron to reach around and grab the bottom back of your jacket. My uncle who worked many teams of percherons, half drafts, half draft mules all logging in WV hills, where with his father and brothers logged timber for the coal mines did his own farrier work. He also was a blacksmith, recreating broken parts for the horse drawn equipment and making other tools for the farm and extensive gardening activities. The last draft died in 1964, my uncle died in 1977. I have had his hoof rasp since 1965. Much treasured tool. We also have my dad's family last and many size shoe forms. And cast iron barn Jack's. Which we have used to raise and square two houses and various sets and other out buildings. I love old tools and their usefulness. Most of the farmers living around me had the use of traveling farriers. They would retail a loose shoe, but not file hooves to shape or level and did not keep a supply of replacement shoes. We had horse shoe pitches with real horse shoes. Not weighed for competition, but worn from plenty of use. The reward for hard working days.
Beautiful portrait of Buck! That was so kind and loving to give to you! Those new signs are beautiful as well. Baron seems to be getting better with each lesson. I was a bit nervous he was going to act up here, but you both helped him to be calm. Enjoy watching you and your beautiful horses.
Thank you Hossuer for your 60 yrs of shoeing horses .It would be nice of you to explain to Jim's non horse viewers why nailing on Steel horse shoes causes no pain or discomfort to the horse .I am a layman on this topic and the only comparison I could think of was us humans cllpping our finger and toe nails. Thanking you in advance . Or maybe Jim , Eli or Petra ( Jim's vet ) could explain the shoeing process in more detail . Cheers
He did good! You can tell his brain was working on trying to figure a way out. And a couple of times I think he was thinking about biting but figured I better not lol. Good job Baron! Gorgeous pict of Buck. What a beautiful gift. 💖💜💖
I had never seen stocks before until i watched this channel, If you have ever picked up a horses feet you know how heavy they can be and if you have a horse with a tendency to lean it makes things twice as heavy. Draft horses are really heavy without the stocks. you cannot train a draft horse to just stand there without stocks and not lean on you while you are working. Baron is 5 years old he hasn't had his feet done that often so this is very new to him. that being said, he is taking to this like a duck to water. For Jim's sake he really needs to be in stocks. He is doing this like a pro. You have to think of the safety of the stocks he is tied in there and if the horse looses his footing he has safety chains around the barrel of his belly so he can regain his standing position very quickly without going down. If the safety chains were not there the horse could go down and seriously hurt himself. Horses hoofs are heavy just being regular horses but the draft horse is so much more heavy it can also do serious harm to your back if he continuously pulling and pushing his feet it can get very tire some and extremely heavy for Jim doing the trimming and shoeing. The stocks are safer for the horse and the person doing farrier work. in fact most farriers prefer stocks as opposed to free handing the work and could charge you more for not having stocks.
There are always those who are quick to criticise or comment on the things that they do not understand or know about, we had it a lot when we worked the donkeys on the beach in the UK, Through people like that and many other factors is the reason they finished.
Not gonna lie, I truly enjoy your channel!!!!! I feel the joy as well as the sorrow. The picture of Buck and the new sign for Baron grabbed my feelers!!! Jim has the patients of Job!!! Keep up the Great Content!! God Bless!
Jim, I loved your early videos where you often spoke very little. It gave me a chance to enjoy the sounds of the logging or the tread of the horses. Did you know that the Houston Police Force transitioned all of their horses to barefoot for working on asphalt streets. They found it fatigued the horses significantly less. BTW, Baron was excellent in the stocks. I expected him to tear them apart!
They started the program in 2003 but the work expected of their horses is very different to that carried out by Jim and his horses. If your usage case and the horses you are using allow you to work barefoot then good, if this is not the case then you either give up using horses or get them suitably shod. And I do like to see working horses do what they can do for a number of reasons.
Baron can't be to worried about getting his front feet worked on, he is resting on his back left foot!! He did pretty good never having been shod. Baron did good until you started driving the first few nails in, but he did calm down for the other shoe.G.Good boy, baron!! Great job reassuring him, Jim. Baron wasn't really sure what was going on.. R.I.P. Buck & watch over the farm. The name plates & pic of Buck is just awesome, what a "Special Gift"!! God Bless
It is not all cruel the way you do your horses feet. He just a little nevous because it's a newer thing to him. He used to being on all 4 feet, so it's a little awkward at first. You could see him relax a little when he realized he could actually lean on the rest a little bit, and that he wasn't going to fall. I've seen many horses get feet done this way and it's especially helpful for older horses, arthritis horses, or sick horses. Much love ❤️
Well Jim and Brenda a thought came to my mind from all the horse owner comparing shoeing their light horses and you shoeing your heavy horses .A barn cat and Bengal tiger are both cats . But handled in different ways . I hope you show Barons rear hoofs being shod and a thought also came to my mind . At least you won't have to worry about being bit . Cheers
I've shod horese, never seen a shodding stal works pretty good. Dad and I had Quarter Horses and Racking Horses. He taught me how to show a horse, you never got get it, brings back good memories good job Jim!! God Bless
This one had me on the edge of my seat. I was holding my breath when Baron was pressing his hindquarters against the back restraint.- he's so powerful. It went OK - but I can see how a horse could get into trouble with this. Nice shoeing job Jim.
Wow, what a beautiful drawing of Buck! Hats off for the artist! I see your sadness, Brenda. Big hugs to you, and see, how blessed you are with so many wonderful and caring fans, friends and viewers!! Almost one year ago I lost my beloved horse whose name was Jim and he was my first horse, I have learned everything about horses with him. I am also still sad about his loss, I really understand your feelings! Still wish you a very beautiful weekend!! -Chris
What a good temperament Baron has and I have said before, he's a thinker. Once he figured out he wasn't going to get hurt (or get out of the stocks) he settled down. Impressive first shoeing for a horse that hasn't had his feet handled as a youngster. You are doing a great job with him and your older horses as well. I started watching because I have a!ways been curious about the breed and your title caught my eye. Keep up the videos, always enjoy seeing a new one posted.
I am very impressed with Baron! No he was not perfect and at one point I thought maybe a nail went a little wrong. Still with the Improvement on the second foot I don't think so. Now I just think he has a hard time with the unknown he is a bright horse and a quick learner. I predict Baron is going to be an amazing horse that you treasure more and more as wisdom finds Its way between his ears.
Jim doesn't need to talk alot as seeing him working in the woods and horse's is good enough for me. Love the portrait of Buck as brought tears to my eyes 😢 The name plates for Baron, Duke, and Earl are beautiful. Jim and Brenda you are both blessed by many who watch your channel 🙏 God bless you both and Baron you did wonderful for your first time getting horse shoes on🐎❤️
I'm exhausted and I wasn't even doing any of the work, lol! I was thinking Baron might "nip Jim in the butt" a couple times, but he behaved himself. Baron seemed calmer when Brenda was up front where he could see her and get some nose rubs.
Mr. Jim I would like to thank you For all your sharing of the true working with horses!! With Love.that other well never under stander thanks you for your time hard work ok your better half the one that your so blessed to have 🌺🏆you both are amazing!
Good boy Baron . He did well for a 3 year old stallion getting his first shoes . I see how he trusts you. Question; where is Lady going to have her foal ? Do you have a box stall ?
Jim, I feel you as trimming cattle for a afternoon is a very good project also. Baron with just front shoes will give him time to get use to them and be less accident prone than wearing four shoes the first time. How slippery are they on blacktop if startled a little? Brenda sure moved quick when Baron did, which is good as a video isn’t worth injury.
Nice job Jim! This is the first time I've ever got to watch a horse get shod for the first time. I'm sure he'll be better and better each time. Just something new is scary to him!😘 I dearly love Buck's picture. I too almost cried seeing it at first. She did an excellent job. I still miss him a lot. He and Kenny were such a good team, and a beautiful team too. With Lady on maternity leave and Buck's passing, Baron stepped up to the plate with "big shoes" to fill and is doing a good job with his "on-the-job training". Hoping you all have a wonderful weekend and Palm Sunday🙏
The thing i love most about your videos is your honesty! Baron sure does trust you! I would not be able to do that with my horse! I bet you needed a nap after that workout!
That's quite a work-out, Jim! Baron was much more comfortable with his second foot. Quite amazing the difference. Hi, Brenda. Thanks for the great camera work and interesting questions.
It was easy to watch Baron's confidence grow as the progress went along . Funny how a calm voice has so much power. Congratulations to all three of you
There was someone having a large draft horse shod and huge horse stocks was the way that made it workable. Much appreciated that you work at explaining things for us. Any time it also would pull attention to where you can't be safe, or you don't feel up to talking, no talking is fine. There are ways to dub over later if wanted. I think that was a good thought, that the stocks probably help a horse be under less strain while worked on, (and the heavy weight of a big horse, less likely to land on a person). It works well for cows. They can be worked on with more safety and faster. Love the drawing of Buck. Like the nice name plates as well. Barry Hook was using horses as a young boy, for deliveries. He was in the era where horses were still a major work and transportation force. He said that a worked horse often had to be reshod every couple weeks and people carried emergency shoes with them, there were even kits, for when something went wrong and they needed crisis help to get home or to a shoer. People being familiar with horse care and driving has reduced a lot since then. Enjoyed the video, glad it worked out well and Baron had a good start on shoeing.
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Jim don’t worry about how much you talk I watch channels that run for 40 mins and the person talks for 5!! I love listening to Brenda and love listening to you whispering to the horses!!! You talk when and about what you want I personally just love watching you work with these amazing animals!!!!
My thoughts exactly. Often times, actions speak much louder than words.
Really, very difficult to work hard and talk at the same time. Jim needs to pay attention to the horses.
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Agreed! ❤️
The sketch of Buck is stunningly beautiful. You guys are SO blessed to have so many wonderful people for fans/friends. I could hear the sadness in Brenda's voice as she was remembering Buck. May God bless, protect and comfort Gordon Family Farm and all who dwell there. R.I.P. Buck. Maybe see you on the other side. 🙏🙏
Baron calmed down quick . He really trusts you❤ And no one got bit on the bum.😂
Ha ha ha. Not a fun experience.
Haha mark , Yes i was Waiting for Baron too Bight Jim .
Baron did calm down after a while. A lot of the struggle would have been avoided if he had taken a little bit out of his time each day to lift his feet up and pat his hoof and pretend he was doing something with them and to clean his hooves out.
I was waiting g for Baron to bite him as well. He is a good horse and gentle.😊
I love it . He’s not grumpy he’s just being himself ! 😂
I would say Jim is somewhat apprehensive, trepidatious, re how his huge baby is going to react. But I reckon Baron has "genetic memory" (my own term) from his many ancestors. I have seen behavioural brilliance, also flaws, and genetics matter.
Amen❤
Gorgeous drawing of Buck, Baron did well for the first time. Buck memory will live on for ever
Stock is marvelous 4 them too. And letting him have his leg back let's them know that whatever you're doing it's Not Forever. Great work Jim. Thanks 4 being Jim right hand man. Beautiful memory's of Buck..condolences
I'm so impressed with how Baron behaves for a young stallion. It's all because of you Jim. Great job!
I would not be a good horseman, like Jim. I’d let them always have there way.
I really enjoy the affection Baron shows Jim. And the gental touches Jim gives Baron .
Hi jim please dont feel bad about not talking. I'm not a talker myself. I know it drives alot of people crazy but you know we have to be ourselves. And I so enjoy watching yall.
I know why you said you were not going to do much talking. You knew you needed to talk to Barron.
The amount of time you spent encouraging, calming and soothing Baron during the first 10-15 minutes of the process was wonderful to watch.
I used to raise horses. I had one mare who never had a trim until I sold her at 7. My foundation stallion went years at a time without a trim. He never had shoes on him. I had a mare with perfect feet - size 00 (double ought). I owned that mare her entire life. She would drive, but not great at it. She would ride western or english. Jumping, dressage. I rode her on the side of a highway with a halter and lead rope and a "postage stamp" saddle. It was a very old English close contact saddle. For my health I sold them all. I enjoy watching you and get a horse fix vicariously. And I rarely talk on a daily basis. I live alone by choice. If I want to talk I just take my service dog to Walmart, LOL. 😂
For those that have not seen a horse being shod before, what you just saw was an expert horseman doing what was needed for the benefit of the horse. A horse cannot work everyday barefoot because, his hooves will deteriorate to the point that it will become lame without shoes. Baron did well for the first time. Few people are fortunate enough, to witness this type of an event
I used to have a farrier that grunted and groaned just like you do Jim.
It’s not easy working bent over and very hard on your back.
my dad did too,,and it actually calms the horse
I don't mind silences. Just watching is fascinating enough. In fact, less talking is sometimes more pleasant. But it's all very enjoyable. Thanks.
Man what a good horse--well done both old and young!!!!!
Baron did really well for first time shoeing, what a beautiful portrait of Buck it was very special what a talented lady she is. He had the sweetest gentlest face. God bless
Some people are doers and some people are talkers. No apology for being yourself needed.
When an experienced horseman tells you that the stocks are the best option to shoe his young horse it is the best option.
He has lived through many situations you can't even imagine and learned what is best and safest for everyone involved.
Jim,Brenda and Baron started that video unharmed and all three ended unharmed.
Great job all three of you, Baron did amazing for his first shoeing. Jim that was tiring just to watch, imagine how hard and dangerous it could have been without the stocks.
Brenda great work, very wise not to get to close that big boy could seriously hurt all three of you.
Talking is over rated Jim, I'm here to see that gorgeous stud learn, work and grow.
Great work all around.
That’s not being grumpy. It’s seriousness and concentration for an uneasy task.
Good video showing how it’s not just about nailing on the shoes
What a beautiful tribute to Buck! He will be in our hearts and memories for many years to come.
Baron is such a good boy! I love watching videos with him learning or experiencing something new. It shows how far he has coming in his training. It also shows how much Jim has to offer when it comes to training young horses. Jim has a wealth of knowledge. I loved how Jim just kept telling Baron, "It's alright", in his soft voice. You can tell that all the horses trust Jim and Brenda so much. As always, great content and keep the videos coming. I look forward to seeing them every week! ❤❤
I never saw stocks before I came to this channel. My mentor was an Australian Light Horse farrier during WWII. Stationed in Townsville, Queensland, they shod all the mules to go to New Guinea, supply train for army in very steep, rough country. Problem was, they were all unbroke and unhandled. They devised a crush, with rails to tie the feet to, and got the job done. Must have been quite a circus. Do we know the history of stocks? Never seen them in Australia.
Fabulous job! What a horse! Great horse in the right hands, good on you, Jim, and thanks, Brenda, for the videoing.
I've seen videos of stocks being used in Europe.
Beautiful picture of Buck.
Shoeing stock is a tool, if used properly it is definitely an asset to both horse and owner. As mentioned from the beginning of the video, training leading up to it just as with all a horse’s training provides positive results. Great job!
Kelly IF Jim had of worked with his feet more in the last year he has owned him his life and the horses would have been so much easier. It seems so many people are lazy and will not put in the work to work with and train a young horse. I find it abominal that a horse 4 years old does not pick his feet up for cleaning or trimming let alone shoeing. and Jim pays the price in the first fight to shoe,
@@wilburfinnigan2142 yes, the more proper training done, the better the outcome. But I have seen many ways of trimming. As long as the horses doesn’t become lame, then I guess it is done correctly. How a person wishes to reach the same outcome doesn’t matter so much really
Yes, again Jim calmly had Baron in his hands, molding him with his gentle voice.
Baron did very well for his first shoeing!!!! So, proud!
Lot's of Great memories with Buck's sketch. Thank You!
Jim is all business this morning. Baron seemed to do very well for first time.
Portrait of Buck is grand. Glad to see the fine signs. Is there a memory wall of signs past?
Life goes on.
Not forgotten.
❤ just love that Baron, what a horse he is turning out for you both. As just a comment, in the UK it is a criminal offence to shoe horses without formal farrier training and registration. I'm sure that you know what you are doing Jim. My grandfather was in the Royal Artillery during WW1. He joined up as a ploughman so already had a great deal of horse knowledge. Whilst in the army he trained and passed out as a shoeing Smith and fought in France and the Baltics.
Thanks for sharing Baron`s first time being shod. Also that tribute drawing of your late horse Buck is a work of art. Very generous gift. Please stay safe. Cheers.
Baron did very well for his first-time shoes. What a big boy he is becoming. It's almost like a graduation for him. Slow and steady is the best. 👍
Like any high skilled job such as being a farrier the people who do it every day make it look easy. My family had 60 or more horses on a pmu farm. So we all could trim the feet for walking around raising a foal . But it is very hard on the back.Wish we had a stock like that
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Brenda: "Have you ever been bit while doing this?"
Jim: "Is that an offer?"
I know exactly what you mean, when you say, somedays you just don't feel like talking! I had to laugh, because I can tell that sometimes, it's just difficult. I understand completely!!
Definitely 2 thumbs up to Angie for the likeness of Buck. That is going to be so nice in your Beautiful home.
Beautiful job on the portrait of Buck. The new name signs are very well done. Good job Baron.
shoein' horses is a young mans job!!!!!
I've seen many horses shoed, but never put in a form for that purpose. Learn something new every day! The horses I saw shoed were always tied up but free standing.
He's such a good boy. He was a bit afraid on the first foot, and he was watching you like a hawk. By the second foot, he'd figured out you weren't trying to hurt him, and he was just trying to figure out how to balance himself. Same thing with the shoes. He was scared for the first one, and the second one he is standing like an old hand.
If anybody thinks the shoeing stock is cruel, just let them see what can happen to either the horse or the shoer if the horse pulls his foot away when he has several nails through that aren't clinched yet. If the shoer isn't quick to bang those nails down, they can tear a chunk out of hands or legs. The horse can cut himself up, or tear a chunk out of his foot if he steps on the shoe with the other foot while he is struggling.
I'm feeling for you there, Jim. As I've said before, I've done that job once, and that was enough for me. In the coldest weather, my blacksmith would be sweating while I was holding the horse and shivering. It is really hard work. I guess it isn't as bad with the stocks, when you aren't trying to hold up an ornery horse that is leaning on you, but working bent over like that is just hard.
I don't think he was thinking about biting. I think he was relaxing enough that he was actually just messing with you and showing affection, although I thoroughly agree with you on not trusting colts further than I can throw them. His ears were up and his expression was soft.
You are very wise to let the hind feet go another day. You are clearly blown, and it gets harder to be patient as you get more exhausted. He has been good, and quitting on a good note means he'll be more cooperative next time.
You don't have to talk to me Jim,
Just reassure Barron.
Oh how beautiful to see the sun blazing through instead of gray clouds.I understand that your not really a talking man Jim,l noticed this a long long time ago and you know what that's perfectly OK truly. People really need to understand that a dangerous job like logging needs 100% concentration and its rather nice just watching without any talking.
I just love Jim’s soft voice always reassuring baron
I think I’d calm right down having Jim’s comforting voice telling me it’s alright 🙂, Baron keeps looking back to see what Jim is doing. Nice set up Jim. Be safe, take care.
Farming is such hard work 365. My grandfather was a farmer and I lived with my parents just a little way from the farm so I spent a lot of time with him. Helping as I grew older and I really admire you. Hugh from UK.
Love the pencil drawing, artist did a great job
Jim I admire you for doing these videos. I am one who doesn't like to talk myself. I could not do video and explain what I am doing. You are so good with your horses and it shows in how they respond to you. Baron is doing so good for his first time. I did my own shoeing when I had horses. Thank you for sharing your life with us
...Jimbo, I appreciate any and all insight that you share,, obviously you're a man of action and all that talking just doesn't get the job done and that is one of the reasons I enjoy this channel as well as Brenda's supreme cinematography... thank you for sharing and I really mean that!!!
Not being in the mood or whatever to talk - No Problem! You were have a conversation with Baron. I'm content just to listen in and watch. Brenda - "Just thinking of your best interests." Where have I heard that before?
I kept expecting Baron to reach around and grab the bottom back of your jacket. My uncle who worked many teams of percherons, half drafts, half draft mules all logging in WV hills, where with his father and brothers logged timber for the coal mines did his own farrier work. He also was a blacksmith, recreating broken parts for the horse drawn equipment and making other tools for the farm and extensive gardening activities. The last draft died in 1964, my uncle died in 1977. I have had his hoof rasp since 1965. Much treasured tool. We also have my dad's family last and many size shoe forms. And cast iron barn Jack's. Which we have used to raise and square two houses and various sets and other out buildings. I love old tools and their usefulness. Most of the farmers living around me had the use of traveling farriers. They would retail a loose shoe, but not file hooves to shape or level and did not keep a supply of replacement shoes. We had horse shoe pitches with real horse shoes. Not weighed for competition, but worn from plenty of use. The reward for hard working days.
Wow! You did all the work and I'm so exhausted! nap time for me.
Beautiful portrait of Buck! That was so kind and loving to give to you! Those new signs are beautiful as well. Baron seems to be getting better with each lesson. I was a bit nervous he was going to act up here, but you both helped him to be calm. Enjoy watching you and your beautiful horses.
Started shoeing in 1964 and did it until last year, I'm 76 now and I did a few in stocks, good job!
Thank you Hossuer for your 60 yrs of shoeing horses .It would be nice of you to explain to Jim's non horse viewers why nailing on Steel horse shoes causes no pain or discomfort to the horse .I am a layman on this topic and the only comparison I could think of was us humans cllpping our finger and toe nails. Thanking you in advance . Or maybe Jim , Eli or Petra ( Jim's vet ) could explain the shoeing process in more detail . Cheers
Great video Jim and Brenda love the picture 🖼 looks great.
Buck was a great looking horse and well behave
The signs and picture of Buck are beautiful.
He did good! You can tell his brain was working on trying to figure a way out. And a couple of times I think he was thinking about biting but figured I better not lol. Good job Baron! Gorgeous pict of Buck. What a beautiful gift. 💖💜💖
You are great awesome humans Brenda and Jim not too mention great parents too ! Even if you weren't on TH-cam thanks for sharing your Greatness !
Wonderful sketch of Buck. You are fortunate to have such caring, talented viewers.
I had never seen stocks before until i watched this channel, If you have ever picked up a horses feet you know how heavy they can be and if you have a horse with a tendency to lean it makes things twice as heavy. Draft horses are really heavy without the stocks. you cannot train a draft horse to just stand there without stocks and not lean on you while you are working. Baron is 5 years old he hasn't had his feet done that often so this is very new to him. that being said, he is taking to this like a duck to water. For Jim's sake he really needs to be in stocks. He is doing this like a pro. You have to think of the safety of the stocks he is tied in there and if the horse looses his footing he has safety chains around the barrel of his belly so he can regain his standing position very quickly without going down. If the safety chains were not there the horse could go down and seriously hurt himself. Horses hoofs are heavy just being regular horses but the draft horse is so much more heavy it can also do serious harm to your back if he continuously pulling and pushing his feet it can get very tire some and extremely heavy for Jim doing the trimming and shoeing. The stocks are safer for the horse and the person doing farrier work. in fact most farriers prefer stocks as opposed to free handing the work and could charge you more for not having stocks.
There are always those who are quick to criticise or comment on the things that they do not understand or know about, we had it a lot when we worked the donkeys on the beach in the UK, Through people like that and many other factors is the reason they finished.
Hello Carole where are you from?
Not gonna lie, I truly enjoy your channel!!!!! I feel the joy as well as the sorrow. The picture of Buck and the new sign for Baron grabbed my feelers!!! Jim has the patients of Job!!! Keep up the Great Content!! God Bless!
Lovely sketch of Buck. What a kind gift.
For the first time for shoes he did great. He is pretty laid back for a stud.
I think Jim's attitude is perfect. Be you sir and let the world live with it.
I’m glad he had his first shoes with someone he knows and trusts in a familiar area. A much better experience for him.
Jim, I loved your early videos where you often spoke very little. It gave me a chance to enjoy the sounds of the logging or the tread of the horses.
Did you know that the Houston Police Force transitioned all of their horses to barefoot for working on asphalt streets. They found it fatigued the horses significantly less. BTW, Baron was excellent in the stocks. I expected him to tear them apart!
They started the program in 2003 but the work expected of their horses is very different to that carried out by Jim and his horses. If your usage case and the horses you are using allow you to work barefoot then good, if this is not the case then you either give up using horses or get them suitably shod. And I do like to see working horses do what they can do for a number of reasons.
Baron can't be to worried about getting his front feet worked on, he is resting on his back left foot!! He did pretty good never having been shod. Baron did good until you started driving the first few nails in, but he did calm down for the other shoe.G.Good boy, baron!! Great job reassuring him, Jim. Baron wasn't really sure what was going on.. R.I.P. Buck & watch over the farm. The name plates & pic of Buck is just awesome, what a "Special Gift"!! God Bless
Love the way Baron pays attention to what Jim is doing. ❤
It is not all cruel the way you do your horses feet. He just a little nevous because it's a newer thing to him. He used to being on all 4 feet, so it's a little awkward at first. You could see him relax a little when he realized he could actually lean on the rest a little bit, and that he wasn't going to fall. I've seen many horses get feet done this way and it's especially helpful for older horses, arthritis horses, or sick horses. Much love ❤️
Well Jim and Brenda a thought came to my mind from all the horse owner comparing shoeing their light horses and you shoeing your heavy horses .A barn cat and Bengal tiger are both cats . But handled in different ways . I hope you show Barons rear hoofs being shod and a thought also came to my mind . At least you won't have to worry about being bit . Cheers
I've shod horese, never seen a shodding stal works pretty good. Dad and I had Quarter Horses and Racking Horses. He taught me how to show a horse, you never got get it, brings back good memories good job Jim!! God Bless
This one had me on the edge of my seat. I was holding my breath when Baron was pressing his hindquarters against the back restraint.- he's so powerful. It went OK - but I can see how a horse could get into trouble with this. Nice shoeing job Jim.
Nice work Jim (and Barron), thought I was going to have the big one just watching. So glad he did not bite, sure had the opportunity.
Wow, what a beautiful drawing of Buck! Hats off for the artist! I see your sadness, Brenda. Big hugs to you, and see, how blessed you are with so many wonderful and caring fans, friends and viewers!! Almost one year ago I lost my beloved horse whose name was Jim and he was my first horse, I have learned everything about horses with him. I am also still sad about his loss, I really understand your feelings! Still wish you a very beautiful weekend!! -Chris
What a good temperament Baron has and I have said before, he's a thinker. Once he figured out he wasn't going to get hurt (or get out of the stocks) he settled down. Impressive first shoeing for a horse that hasn't had his feet handled as a youngster. You are doing a great job with him and your older horses as well. I started watching because I have a!ways been curious about the breed and your title caught my eye. Keep up the videos, always enjoy seeing a new one posted.
I am very impressed with Baron! No he was not perfect and at one point I thought maybe a nail went a little wrong. Still with the Improvement on the second foot I don't think so. Now I just think he has a hard time with the unknown he is a bright horse and a quick learner.
I predict Baron is going to be an amazing horse that you treasure more and more as wisdom finds Its way between his ears.
good to see again,,,so glad he didn't kick you in the head,,or bite..now you have bonded...archives are great
Jim doesn't need to talk alot as seeing him working in the woods and horse's is good enough for me.
Love the portrait of Buck as brought tears to my eyes 😢
The name plates for Baron, Duke, and Earl are beautiful. Jim and Brenda you are both blessed by many who watch your channel 🙏
God bless you both and Baron you did wonderful for your first time getting horse shoes on🐎❤️
The trust he has in you is nice to see.
It might be just me but Baron seemed more calm when Brenda was at his head. Considering it's his first shoes Baron did really well. TFS.
Baron is a quick learner
Kudos to the shoeing stocks builder!
Good Job Jim very gentle with the horse, the stocks are safety for Jim and the horse
I'm exhausted and I wasn't even doing any of the work, lol! I was thinking Baron might "nip Jim in the butt" a couple times, but he behaved himself. Baron seemed calmer when Brenda was up front where he could see her and get some nose rubs.
Mr. Jim I would like to thank you For all your sharing of the true working with horses!! With Love.that other well never under stander thanks you for your time hard work ok your better half the one that your so blessed to have 🌺🏆you both are amazing!
Taking a pattern of his foot on a piece of cardboard will help greatly when you shape the shoe and always be ready to tack on without any delay
I was on the edge of my seat. Great job for his first shoeing. Loved the picture of Buck, just lovely.
Good boy Baron . He did well for a 3 year old stallion getting his first shoes . I see how he trusts you. Question; where is Lady going to have her foal ? Do you have a box stall ?
Your question will be answered on May 14th .Stay tuned. ( I think I know ) . But this adds interest . Only 6 more weeks Jennifer .Cheers
Brenda you are correct, it is all about Baron’s trust in Jim. Thank you for sharing.🐴
Good job Jim 👍🏻👍🏻😉
Good job, Jim. I can't hit a nail when it's still.
Ah ha.😄, good one.
Thanks
Learn something new with every video. Thanks so much.
Love the picture of buck
Jim, I feel you as trimming cattle for a afternoon is a very good project also. Baron with just front shoes will give him time to get use to them and be less accident prone than wearing four shoes the first time. How slippery are they on blacktop if startled a little? Brenda sure moved quick when Baron did, which is good as a video isn’t worth injury.
Jim you need one of Brenda’s muffins and a coffee after that work out!👍
Nice job Jim! This is the first time I've ever got to watch a horse get shod for the first time. I'm sure he'll be better and better each time. Just something new is scary to him!😘 I dearly love Buck's picture. I too almost cried seeing it at first. She did an excellent job. I still miss him a lot. He and Kenny were such a good team, and a beautiful team too. With Lady on maternity leave and Buck's passing, Baron stepped up to the plate with "big shoes" to fill and is doing a good job with his "on-the-job training". Hoping you all have a wonderful weekend and Palm Sunday🙏
The thing i love most about your videos is your honesty! Baron sure does trust you! I would not be able to do that with my horse! I bet you needed a nap after that workout!
That's quite a work-out, Jim! Baron was much more comfortable with his second foot. Quite amazing the difference. Hi, Brenda. Thanks for the great camera work and interesting questions.
Awesome job enjoyed video, God Bless
It was easy to watch Baron's confidence grow as the progress went along . Funny how a calm voice has so much power.
Congratulations to all three of you
There was someone having a large draft horse shod and huge horse stocks was the way that made it workable. Much appreciated that you work at explaining things for us. Any time it also would pull attention to where you can't be safe, or you don't feel up to talking, no talking is fine. There are ways to dub over later if wanted. I think that was a good thought, that the stocks probably help a horse be under less strain while worked on, (and the heavy weight of a big horse, less likely to land on a person). It works well for cows. They can be worked on with more safety and faster. Love the drawing of Buck. Like the nice name plates as well. Barry Hook was using horses as a young boy, for deliveries. He was in the era where horses were still a major work and transportation force. He said that a worked horse often had to be reshod every couple weeks and people carried emergency shoes with them, there were even kits, for when something went wrong and they needed crisis help to get home or to a shoer. People being familiar with horse care and driving has reduced a lot since then. Enjoyed the video, glad it worked out well and Baron had a good start on shoeing.
Beautiful portrait of Buck. ❤️ And Baron is improving by leaps and bounds. Great work all. 🌻
People are so nice to you all❤❤😊