rings and flare on the hooves doesn't necessarily mean she's foundered, it means there was a metabolic change, usually food or stress (coming on or off pasture, switching grains or hay), in fact they're called event lines because it could be a number of things. Xrays are the only way to know if there has been rotation of the coffin bone (true founder) or a pretty extreme duck bill foot (this one just looked like flaring and the recent trim was addressing that. Laminitis is just inflammation of the laminae which doesn't always mean rotation. I don't know how you go to all of these auctions Shae!! that skinny sad horse that sold for $200 was heart breaking
True! At slaughter house price... I'm about 99% sure that it was unfortunately bought by the kill buyers. I wish I could have been there, I'd have bought him to save him from those nasty, God awful, brutal buyers!
Totally feel the same . Feel so sorry for many of these beautiful horses. Many being sold off to some terrible situations. I'm so thankful to good people who change horses lives for the better.
@Leonie Engels , same here! Very close to tears. If I was there, I'd) have made sure I got him to bring him here (I've got 80 acres with nothing on it except my home ) I'd have him very checked, blood work, shots, and hooves done up. Then I'd have let him just be a pasture pet, so he could heal and enjoy life eating plenty of grocery!!!!! I'd also buy a second , and maybe even a third since they are herd animals. They'd all get the same treatment as the first one. It is the 3, I'd get a draft so I could ride, but none would be mistreat. The first one was in such desperate condition and needed a lot of TLC and he'd get it! I'd have everything built new, corral, stables(heated of course. Why am I saying all this, smh! They'd have the best life ever and not need half the stuff I'd get them! Horses are my passion! I'd always had a horse since the age of 5. I truly miss having some!
Thank you to show us the bright and the dark side of auctions. Yes, there are horses who go to a long trip to be slaughtered. I'm so sorry of them, mostly for that horse who was in pain... Again: thank you for your videos, with deep respect from germany
I could literally NEVER go to something like this. Seeing horses in soo bad conditions, having idk how many of them being stuck in a tiny tiny space makes me so incredibly sad and angry at the same time? That bidding ring must be SO stressful for the horses, especially if riders sit on them who just jank at their mouths, poking them with spurs etc. I just sit here and want to cry because I'd want to give all of these horses a amazing home and a life where they are all equally loved ;__; Thank you and your husband for showing us the good and bad things you saw there and thank you so so much for giving your horses the amazing life they deserve ♥
I agree. Seeing those poor animals crammed into a tiny pen being so scared is pathetic. I couldn't do it. Thank God you go, shae and try to help them. God bless kind people!!!
💯 % true fact rotflmao🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣! I've never understood their language! It is a special language in itself, lol ! I've gotten into some trouble in the past with bidding on stuff at auctions. Needless to say, I've spent way more on some stuff that I intended to. But you can't your money with you when you're gone, lol! When it comes to animals, I didn't know what I ended up paying till the end. It was the inanimated objects that got me! But again it is a special language of its own lol!
A good horse is never a bad color. Right? I love listening to you talk about horses. You are doing a good service for the horses. Please remind people, maybe at the end of every video like Bob Barker used to do, about how bad it is to let your horses breed indiscriminately. I don’t know if a lot of people think about the fact that so many horses are being abused and sold to the “meat man” because of it. I know some people don’t think about what really happens to that cute little baby when he doesn’t turn out like you thought. I’m not trying to be ugly, far from it. Like you I’m just thinking about the welfare of the horses. Keep up the great work!
Hi Shae and Kyle , There was some beautiful horses at the auction for sure but seeing the penned horses was extremely saddening . I don’t understand how people can be so cruel or ignorant to let such noble creatures suffer . They have no compassion and just auction them off knowing they will probably be purchased to go to slaughter. Thank goodness for horse rescue groups like the Equine Humane society who go to these auctions and buy the horses who desperately need help to be rehabilitated or given the horses final act of kindness . Thank you to you and Kyle too who love and respect your horses and ponies and offer them the safety and compassion that they truly deserve. ❤ Kylie from Australia 🇦🇺
I love your mission with horses and your auction videos with your personal critique and tips. The negligence is tough on the eyes and heart strings....😟😟💔💔 (Definitely fell in love with the "Spirit" pony, my eldest daughter watched that movie all the time when she was 7-9 years old.....now she is 19!! 😁
Love your channel. . These auction videos are such fun to watch. Rocky Mountain horse a treat to see! (Very ancient history coming up). I grew up with horses. My mom grew up with my grandfather‘s American saddlebreds (he bred and showed and the ranch he had near Del Mar California was very prominent in the 1940s). Our first family horse that I can remember was a bay Saddlebred mare related to my grandfather’s line named Donna. She was a little bit on the spicy side for us kids to ride so, thinking to rectify the situation, mom and dad got us a little black pony who we named Wendy. She turned out to be very naughty. I’ve never been the best rider in the world, although I wanted to. My sister was born with a natural ability, but unfortunately, I have terrible allergies, including horses. I used to have to rinse them off before I rode them. Anyhow, Wendy turned out to be a brat and bucked me off twice.😂. Then Grandpa got us donkeys: WORSE😮 Then my mom, who was the horse person of my parents, got a wonderful chestnut gaited mare named Jubilee so that my dad or myself could go trail riding with her. My sister wasn’t interested at all in this, so I got to borrow her anytime that dad didn’t go on a ride. Jubilee was Tennessee Walker, Morgan and Arabian. Wonderful, wonderful mare and bulletproof. Once, there was a trail ride to which my dad went to so a friend of my mother’s, loaned me a little 14 hand, Arabian stallion, the most gentle horse next to Jubilee that I have ever ridden. Once in a blue moon, stallions can be great. He left all the mares alone on the ride. oOf course, no mares in heat were allowed (even if there were no stallions present) in any of the trail rides that our horse club held because some geldings can be rowdy even after being cut. I grew up in the late 50s and early 60s.(born in 1954).. the last time I rode a horse was in the late 1970s when my parents got a paint gelding, 32 years old, and very much fun to ride even at that age. Then life took me in another direction. Plus, my mom never got any more horses that I was able to ride. She liked the spicier Arabians and she showed and bred for 30+ years. I used to go with her to horse shows, and to visit breeders when she was looking at stallions. I developed an eye for conformation (mom actually told me once or twice that I was a natural in that department; Bummer I couldn’t ride much) A lot of memories there.
Glad you were able to get out to the auction and you’re right about quarantine at your place right now. Once the baby is born and you’re able to sell what you want, the new horse/ pony is going to present itself to you just like they all have. It’s hard being patient and selective but you got this and it won’t be long till you’ll have the foal and Belle to train, start riding Mushu, and your work with Buzz. All in good time and Happy Easter 🐣🐇 🌻💕
I'm so glad to see that there are horses that look near perfect on sight at auctions. Sad to see the well taken care off horses next to the rough ones :( the ponies and donkies were adorable!! ❤
Shea your a wonderful caring person ,I just can't believe how many neglected horses are in that sale its heart breaking,how on earth can people do that to an animal,I no you would have bought all the unkept ones if you had spaçe you have a heart of gold !!!!!!!!you have a fantastic channel one of the very best on TH-cam till next upload a big thank you xxxxxx 💖👌👍💖
❤ You are such an amazing person. I wish you the best with everything that you are starting You are so smart and so kind and loving to your animals. I just love love love watching you. Thank you for sharing your time and your knowledge and brightens my day everyday
Thanks for taking us along as always to the auctions. Again it’s always so hard to see the neglected horses that are dumped just to make a buck 😢 I do find it frustrating that people are allowed to stand in the arena especially such a small one. People in the stands who may want to bid can’t see. That puts added stress on the horses, especially the ones being ridden in and are getting yanked, being pulled on their mouths to get them to turn 😠 There were some lovely looking ones there and pony row killed me 😂 They are so fluffy and adorable ❤ Have a great day and Happy Easter 🐣 to both you and Kyle 💐💞💞💞
❣💯 Wow! 10 of your You Tube viewers were at the same auction and recognized you. This is a great way of networking; maybe you'll get contacted at your channel for a private sale. Everyone knows you're looking for a larger-boned, draft-type horse for your adult students, or paint (pinto). One day I see you with your 43 acres like that horse rescue in Texas. I think you hesitated on not bringing the trailer because Belle and her foal are on your mind and 1st things 1st. You worry about infection and quarantines. Any momma would. Good show, Yay, Shae!
@@freespiritequestrian Call the owner, and make a down-payment deposit; just explain you're foaling, not you but beautiful Belle, lol! You have the contact info? Treat yourself! I betcha she's still available.
Beatiful selection of horses. I really enjoyed this video. I find it funny how different people love different color patterns. I've always wanted a golden bay!!!! My first was a buckskin with the best temperment for a beginner but huge (16.2). I'm 5'. All my others have been some shade of chestnut and 14.3 or less. I would love a stocky halflinger!. Thank you for the trip!!!
The second horse you looked at looks exactly like a horse I did lessons on a few months ago p’nut❤❤ u don’t ride her anymore though I’m now too advanced for her❤ but she was so sweet
Another well stocked auction. Thank you for sharing your day with us. I did have one question. Do you know why the auctioneers allow all those people to line the inside of the auction pen? There's barely enough room for the exhibitor to maneuver their animal about. It just struck me as negligent and dangerous IMHO.
DeerHaven I thought the same thing. The ring is very small,& with it being “lined” with people, who are blocking the view of possible buyers, is TOTALLY RIDICULOUS❗️
I was just about to post this. It always annoys me when it cuts to the bidding ring and it is FULL of people... How are you meant to see the animal if all you're able to see is some guy's sweaty back!
I am sorry to tell you,but most, not all ,are the Meat Men working with the Auctioneer,s, sometimes. When I was young, I loved going to Horse Auctions, but, as I got older I learnt about the Meat Men, vile and evil beings . But if everyone thought the same as me , no nice people would rescue any of the precious babies on sale!.
Hi Shae and K.!! All the fun of the auction with none of the power or responsibility!! Just what I need today, if I deserve anything beyond the days other blessings and wonderfulness! I just missed a bunch of these candidates and hike scribbling my screed but I just felt compelled to wade in and say that the first two-3 look pretty ideal for you- that palomino is pretty solid looking very good cannon bones and quarters, could carry a heavier rider a good ways I expect, and the buckskin looks like a pretty well put together deal especially for lessons and trail riding. Ouch that starvling grey is a crime scene, for sure. 🖐😉 from NotMardon in Canada. Ooh at 5:30 I think that a second smaller pony will always earn it’s keep even just to be a barn ambassador. Yea, all hail the Appaloosa gateway pony!!
Ohh Shea, some very nice looking horses Bucksin,Appys,and Roans at that auction. Didn’t seem like a high priced sale but looking at the horses just makes you want to take one home
Ran across your page on accident, and was neat to see you at the same auction we went to! I took my 12 yo daughter for the first time. It was sad watching the loose sale, but it was a learning experience for her, and really opened her eyes to both the good and the bad side of the horse industry. Good luck in finding your next horse soon ♥️
I'm curious as to why all those people are standing inside that tiny ring?! The people sitting behind them can't see, and the horse's have a hard enough time walking around that pen. Arizona doesn't allow that, or at least none of the auctions we've been to. Doesn't make any sense to me. 🤔
❤ the gray, big boy he looks pretty sturdy. He like to trail ride and he looks like he could do it. That big bay would be a good horse for Kyle since it’s bigger and I think it could still be a lesson horse don’t you think? Love the leper gated horse is beautiful.
❤ the video and your YT channel (my fav!)! And keep up the good work of educating others about all things equestrian! 🐎 There is SO MUCH to learn and you do a fantastic job! And yeah, even providing viewers insight into your own barn needs before getting another horse teaches others a person needs to have the right circumstances, being prepared to take care of a forever horse BEFORE you get one. Don't rush it. Love seeing both you & Kyle enjoying this auction together. So funny at the end about getting a new puppy/dog! Guess they must have them there as well? So much temptation to resist! Like you always say, know what you want before you go and stick to that! 😄
I can still see that lovely Appy; So striking! But we don't want to be getting a pony we don't want. Good job you are the buyer and we just do the watching hey? Actually, if you sent me, I'd probably bring home a miniature donkey or few! Not sure what use they would be, other than being hopelessly cute.
There was a filly at a barn i boarded at whilst stationed in California years ago who did that exact tongue thing at feeding time that you thought might be neurological. The vet said that it was a common type of self-soothing habit, much like thumb sucking or nail biting might be for us. i've since seen it several times in different horses over the years. It never affected Peanut's (the Paint filly at my barn) training or riding in any way. 💙☘️🥀
@@freespiritequestrian Nuts only did it when her grain was on the way or when tied to the trailer at a show. For her, it was a reaction to anticipation. She lived well into her 30s with the same owner (my friend) and never had any other medical issues and it totally fit her quirky personality. i guess like everything else, it just depends on the horse. MeGotta NoSpotta, aka Peanut or Nuts, was always kinda special!
OMGosh!! That "spirit" pony (not horse) would have been mine, and what's crazy is next at that one you called a chunk was Rain!! His mate!! Ugh, wouldn't that have been a perfect team, could've went in parades with those! Great auction videos, I enjoy watching the auctions online but your videos are better because we get to see all the different ones up close. Thanks for sharing & best of luck with achieving your goals and expanding your farm!🙂🤞🐎🐎🐎🐎
Kurt looks like he should be riding a large line-back dun (16+h), double registered buckskin & quarter (for showing). Yes, I can see him showing in western. He’s got you so his trainer lives on-site. What a life! There’s nothing like having your own horse in your back yard.
I started watching your videos not that long ago... Its awesome, i dont know nothing about horses, actually something here and there, but i never rode any, sadly It is my dream to ride one, but sadly in my country its really hard to find places that u can ride, mostly of the places i went that had horses were always farm horses, that isnt friendly enough to a stranger to ride. But i learned so much from you, and i hope some day i can have some contact with horses. Its so sad to see so many horses in horrible condition, and i am grateful that u show us that auctions arent always beautiful. I took care of a really old mare one time i went in a trip in my nona's ( Grandma) farm. She was a palomino who were a horse for therapy with kids. She was so sweet but sadly the owner didnt took care of her properly. I miss her so much
It really bugs me those people in the ring poor horses have no space. I loved the big grey draft !!! Would have loved to own that one. I would like to know what he sold for. Oh and these auction videos are very educating, thank you. I've owned horses and been around them a lot in my life but don't know much about different diseases and conditions. Your pointing things out is very helpful, thank you.
They are mostly the Meat Men , would have had a good day for them at this Auction. Take notice how plump these men are!. They eat meat a lot !. Unhealthy lot, Karma is all I can think of the monsters, but, worse are the ones taking these innocent beautiful Sentient Beings abroad, where the Demon's love their job ! . God bless everyone buying a pony , horse,donkeys and mules, to go to an experienced home ,filled with love and food !. Awe.
I'm sure this will read as a silly suggestion, but I wonder if extensions would work on horses with docked tails. 🤔 They work for people. Having said that, I realize that horses have a myriad of places where extensions could get snagged. Still, extensions would certainly help them combat flies.
I was sitting here trying to remember something I saw on another horse TH-cam channel.maybe some kind of product that attach to the tail and had strings that hung down? I don't know maybe I'm imagining it.
You have NO worries about anyone thinking your mean Shae (regarding the puppies) Anyone who knows you or has seen any of your videos knows you have a heart of gold, and loving, kind, and caring ❤️ Horses prices seemed to be really good at this auction. There were a lot of really nice looking animals. Of course there were a few that were heartbreaking 🥺. But you are so right, you really have to be careful what you bring home due to Belle being preggers ☺️There were some really beautiful paints. And paints to me are like Appaloosas to you 😉 there my faves ❤️. Thanks for taking us along. Blessings to you and Kyle always 🙌 Jennifer
T. here were some beauties, there and the prices seemed very reasonable. One day it will all come together, you'll have quarantine space, Belle's foal will be on the ground - and you will find exactly the right horse for you program. I am impressed by your self control, I'm sure I would have come home with one of the QH's you looked at!
With auctions it’s always ups and downs that’s the cold hard fact. But I would always encourage people to take on a rescue if their circumstances allow that horse will love you like wouldn’t believe. 💜🐴💜🤩🤩🇦🇺🇦🇺
I owned a big 17 hand Bayhorse he was gorgeous he was running quarter so just park quarter horse and park thoroughbred. Oh was he pretty you would like them had a big old motor. At least buying one and fall you get a free horse but just remember we got a feed those babies for a long time before they get . Ponies are CUTE..
When you said your goal was to "obtain a bigger property" reminded me of a cousin of mine that all he ever wanted was to own the property next door to his ...lol
Oh my god!! The Clydesdale roan or grulla almost looks like the young Clydesdale you found a couple months ago!! Youu in wanted to buy him but you didn’t want to handle another yearling and I absolutely get it. But like wow!
You are such a wise person❤ If i was there i would buy evreyone, even i dont have the money😂 That why i dont go to sales😢 I hope i get in the feature better with money LOVE UR VIDEOS❤❤❤❤❤ PS: greetings to belle and Azmerelda❤
Thank you Shae. The beauty of horses is sometimes almost inconceivable. Ending with kettle corn seems healing 😉 oh and I sat here writing a story in my head thatthe horse you were so interested in never went through the ring for one reason or another, and you were able to leave your contact information for the owner. They'll be calling you in a few weeks and soon enough you will have the lovely horse. But I know there are other horses out there.
I enjoyed this so much. I've never been to an auction so 🤷it was a great new experience. What is a a Rocky Mountain horse-never heard of them before and I thought that was a gorgeous horse? 😍 There was something very fishy about the POA in the corner; something about the whole situation just didn't seem right .Happy Easter and I gotta say, your husband is a very good 👍sport😁.
Greetings from Finland! Me and my daughter watch your videos as a bed time stories. I would have wanted to see the prices of the last horses as well....
Omg! The shire looking one.. I would not say no to it. I love love love how it looks! The little appy pony and black pony melted me. The poa seemed to be hidden away. Maybe the owner wasn’t sure to sell or not? Who knows. The one that looked like Spirit.. omg. So cute!
I just love you guys. Appaloosa are my favorite too. I'm so glad you show the good and the bad at these auctions. Yes it's very sad 😪 how people neglect their animals. That white albino you called snow white. If you got her. You know you would have to get the 7 dwarfs too 😆
I think there are people who were made for different things. Some people have pure rescues with a lot of focus on medical attention, and some are like you who take in those horses that you can train while healing from potential earlier trauma and then find them a great home when they're ready. All of these people still belong to the same group who are out there helping these horses. You are so great :)
No need to explain yourself. You're doing an awesome thing. I love your program. It was nice seeing most of the horses going for above slaughter price. I loved that Shire/ draft. OMG, he was gorgeous! I don't know how you can choose only one. I'd be a mess in there. There were so many nice horses to choose from. And those ponies and minis. 🥰 Yeah, I'd be in big trouble if I went to an auction. Lol
I'm curious, with regards to the crested neck- is that a feature that should only be, typically, a feature on stallions? Spanish ones in particular? I just personally really love that look aesthetically, so I'm really glad to know it can be a bad sign on a horse, because I could see myself getting one some day because of the look without knowing it could be a bad thing.
I love how you always talk about what your plan is and what your business is about and what your lQQking for while you are looking at an auction. How you stay focused and your not emotional about the horses. Also, what questions do you ask the owner if there near their horse?? Thank you so much for sharing. 🥰💘♥️♥️
Question to any horse people here! Do you know of any horse leasing places in Michigan? If you respond thank you. Love your videos Free Spirit Equestrian!! 🐴🏇
You need to get a 2 horse cart for Kyle to use ponies with. Driving is great and can be utilized to haul gear foe trail riding. Or maybe just a good lunch for horses and riders.
You say don’t judge you for liking color but one of the first things that I liked about you was you liked all the same horses I do! :P paints and appaloosas are my favourites! 😊 I love so much more about you but I love that you share my interests in color too ;)
Hi enjoyed your video. Such a shame the state of some of them. Although lots of lovely ones too. Just a quick question why do all those people stand in the sales ring I seems dangerous also very restrictive to the performance of the horses and how on earth do you follow the auctioneers bidding lol its like a totally alien language can't understand a thing they say it's so fast yes can totally understand about the quarantine issue x
@@annfinch-cl1gl now that would be a neat video! I have watched many different auction videos and there is a lot of variety in the styles in which the auctioneers speak.
It’s called self control. Love it!! You don’t want a golden doodle on the farm, absolutely the worst coat for a farm! Plus I got my border collie cattle dog mix at the shelter. Smartest doggie ever, and we had German Shepherd before. And she has color! She looks like a brown paint with leopard spots on her legs and chest. You would love her 🤣
I was really hoping you’d get the POA but I totally understand why you didn’t. It’s important to prioritise the horses you already have. Love these auction vids, keep up the great work!
There was a horse that resembled Belle and boy he was huge... I absolutely adore the miniatures. They have such comical personalities when they're feeling good. That What breed of pups did they have ? Very fun video Shae. 🐴
Kyle, I wholeheartedly agree with Shae... don't ever get a doodle anything.... I come from training dogs. And doodles are not my favorite. I will never get one.
I was at that auction and saw you there I was afraid to say anything I love you so much you are an inspiration to me 🥰🥰❤❤❤❤
Aww you should have said hi! A bunch of people came up :)
Did you get a horse
@@freespiritequestrian next time I for sure will I regret not
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What a nice surprise to see at the auction🐎🚶♀️🐎
If I saw you there I would love to meet you. You are an inspiration to me!!
it just broke my heart seeing all those neglected horses. i wish i could save them all and give them the life they deserve ❤
I know you warned us but those loose pen horses break my heart.
I cried.
Poor horses, no water, many tied with such short halter leads, having to stand for hours all day long.
rings and flare on the hooves doesn't necessarily mean she's foundered, it means there was a metabolic change, usually food or stress (coming on or off pasture, switching grains or hay), in fact they're called event lines because it could be a number of things. Xrays are the only way to know if there has been rotation of the coffin bone (true founder) or a pretty extreme duck bill foot (this one just looked like flaring and the recent trim was addressing that. Laminitis is just inflammation of the laminae which doesn't always mean rotation.
I don't know how you go to all of these auctions Shae!! that skinny sad horse that sold for $200 was heart breaking
My farrier agrees with you!
You know that poor baby went to kill buyers 😢😢😢
True! At slaughter house price... I'm about 99% sure that it was unfortunately bought by the kill buyers. I wish I could have been there, I'd have bought him to save him from those nasty, God awful, brutal buyers!
I hate with a passion people who neglect or abuse these magnificent animals.
Totally feel the same . Feel so sorry for many of these beautiful horses. Many being sold off to some terrible situations. I'm so thankful to good people who change horses lives for the better.
I feel the same way I pray for these Precious Babies ❤️
I literally cried when i saw the abused horses❤
Same
@Leonie Engels , same here! Very close to tears. If I was there, I'd) have made sure I got him to bring him here (I've got 80 acres with nothing on it except my home ) I'd have him very checked, blood work, shots, and hooves done up. Then I'd have let him just be a pasture pet, so he could heal and enjoy life eating plenty of grocery!!!!! I'd also buy a second , and maybe even a third since they are herd animals. They'd all get the same treatment as the first one. It is the 3, I'd get a draft so I could ride, but none would be mistreat. The first one was in such desperate condition and needed a lot of TLC and he'd get it! I'd have everything built new, corral, stables(heated of course. Why am I saying all this, smh! They'd have the best life ever and not need half the stuff I'd get them! Horses are my passion! I'd always had a horse since the age of 5. I truly miss having some!
Thank you to show us the bright and the dark side of auctions. Yes, there are horses who go to a long trip to be slaughtered. I'm so sorry of them, mostly for that horse who was in pain...
Again: thank you for your videos, with deep respect from germany
Thank you 💖
I could literally NEVER go to something like this. Seeing horses in soo bad conditions, having idk how many of them being stuck in a tiny tiny space makes me so incredibly sad and angry at the same time? That bidding ring must be SO stressful for the horses, especially if riders sit on them who just jank at their mouths, poking them with spurs etc. I just sit here and want to cry because I'd want to give all of these horses a amazing home and a life where they are all equally loved ;__;
Thank you and your husband for showing us the good and bad things you saw there and thank you so so much for giving your horses the amazing life they deserve ♥
It’s tough sometimes
I agree. Seeing those poor animals crammed into a tiny pen being so scared is pathetic. I couldn't do it. Thank God you go, shae and try to help them. God bless kind people!!!
The auctioneer always sounds like he's singing. I love it, though I never understand a word😂😅
💯 % true fact rotflmao🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣! I've never understood their language! It is a special language in itself, lol ! I've gotten into some trouble in the past with bidding on stuff at auctions. Needless to say, I've spent way more on some stuff that I intended to. But you can't your money with you when you're gone, lol! When it comes to animals, I didn't know what I ended up paying till the end. It was the inanimated objects that got me! But again it is a special language of its own lol!
A good horse is never a bad color. Right? I love listening to you talk about horses. You are doing a good service for the horses. Please remind people, maybe at the end of every video like Bob Barker used to do, about how bad it is to let your horses breed indiscriminately. I don’t know if a lot of people think about the fact that so many horses are being abused and sold to the “meat man” because of it. I know some people don’t think about what really happens to that cute little baby when he doesn’t turn out like you thought. I’m not trying to be ugly, far from it. Like you I’m just thinking about the welfare of the horses. Keep up the great work!
Great points 💕
Hi Shae and Kyle , There was some beautiful horses at the auction for sure but seeing the penned horses was extremely saddening . I don’t understand how people can be so cruel or ignorant to let such noble creatures suffer . They have no compassion and just auction them off knowing they will probably be purchased to go to slaughter. Thank goodness for horse rescue groups like the Equine Humane society who go to these auctions and buy the horses who desperately need help to be rehabilitated or given the horses final act of kindness . Thank you to you and Kyle too who love and respect your horses and ponies and offer them the safety and compassion that they truly deserve. ❤ Kylie from Australia 🇦🇺
I love your mission with horses and your auction videos with your personal critique and tips. The negligence is tough on the eyes and heart strings....😟😟💔💔
(Definitely fell in love with the "Spirit" pony, my eldest daughter watched that movie all the time when she was 7-9 years old.....now she is 19!! 😁
Love your channel. . These auction videos are such fun to watch. Rocky Mountain horse a treat to see! (Very ancient history coming up). I grew up with horses. My mom grew up with my grandfather‘s American saddlebreds (he bred and showed and the ranch he had near Del Mar California was very prominent in the 1940s).
Our first family horse that I can remember was a bay Saddlebred mare related to my grandfather’s line named Donna. She was a little bit on the spicy side for us kids to ride so, thinking to rectify the situation, mom and dad got us a little black pony who we named Wendy. She turned out to be very naughty. I’ve never been the best rider in the world, although I wanted to. My sister was born with a natural ability, but unfortunately, I have terrible allergies, including horses. I used to have to rinse them off before I rode them. Anyhow, Wendy turned out to be a brat and bucked me off twice.😂. Then Grandpa got us donkeys: WORSE😮
Then my mom, who was the horse person of my parents, got a wonderful chestnut gaited mare named Jubilee so that my dad or myself could go trail riding with her. My sister wasn’t interested at all in this, so I got to borrow her anytime that dad didn’t go on a ride. Jubilee was Tennessee Walker, Morgan and Arabian. Wonderful, wonderful mare and bulletproof.
Once, there was a trail ride to which my dad went to so a friend of my mother’s, loaned me a little 14 hand, Arabian stallion, the most gentle horse next to Jubilee that I have ever ridden. Once in a blue moon, stallions can be great. He left all the mares alone on the ride. oOf course, no mares in heat were allowed (even if there were no stallions present) in any of the trail rides that our horse club held because some geldings can be rowdy even after being cut.
I grew up in the late 50s and early 60s.(born in 1954).. the last time I rode a horse was in the late 1970s when my parents got a paint gelding, 32 years old, and very much fun to ride even at that age. Then life took me in another direction. Plus, my mom never got any more horses that I was able to ride. She liked the spicier Arabians and she showed and bred for 30+ years.
I used to go with her to horse shows, and to visit breeders when she was looking at stallions. I developed an eye for conformation (mom actually told me once or twice that I was a natural in that department; Bummer I couldn’t ride much) A lot of memories there.
Can't wait to see more of belle ❤
So many pretty ones, as usual! ❤But seeing the neglected ones and having them so crowded in those pens, heartbreaking! 😊
Thanks for bringing us to the auction. Giving us tips to watch out for is very helpful. ❤🐎 🐕 🐖 🇺🇸😊
Glad you were able to get out to the auction and you’re right about quarantine at your place right now. Once the baby is born and you’re able to sell what you want, the new horse/ pony is going to present itself to you just like they all have. It’s hard being patient and selective but you got this and it won’t be long till you’ll have the foal and Belle to train, start riding Mushu, and your work with Buzz. All in good time and Happy Easter 🐣🐇 🌻💕
Love that you are staying true to YOUR mission.
I'm so glad to see that there are horses that look near perfect on sight at auctions. Sad to see the well taken care off horses next to the rough ones :( the ponies and donkies were adorable!! ❤
Shea your a wonderful caring person ,I just can't believe how many neglected horses are in that sale its heart breaking,how on earth can people do that to an animal,I no you would have bought all the unkept ones if you had spaçe you have a heart of gold !!!!!!!!you have a fantastic channel one of the very best on TH-cam till next upload a big thank you xxxxxx 💖👌👍💖
Thank goodness so much!
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Lol😂😹🤣 when you said "Check out this big boy" my mouth👄 dropped I was stunned he is gorgeous
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So glad I found you on shorts...you are so awesome and have such a great depth of knowledge of horses.
Thank you so much!
❤ You are such an amazing person. I wish you the best with everything that you are starting You are so smart and so kind and loving to your animals. I just love love love watching you. Thank you for sharing your time and your knowledge and brightens my day everyday
Your channel has grown so much lately! I’m so glad it is getting the appreciation it deserves!
Thank you so much!!
You deserve much more❤
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Thanks for taking us along as always to the auctions. Again it’s always so hard to see the neglected horses that are dumped just to make a buck 😢 I do find it frustrating that people are allowed to stand in the arena especially such a small one. People in the stands who may want to bid can’t see. That puts added stress on the horses, especially the ones being ridden in and are getting yanked, being pulled on their mouths to get them to turn 😠 There were some lovely looking ones there and pony row killed me 😂 They are so fluffy and adorable ❤ Have a great day and Happy Easter 🐣 to both you and Kyle 💐💞💞💞
Yes I agree. Happy Easter 🐰🐣 🌸💐
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❣💯 Wow! 10 of your You Tube viewers were at the same auction and recognized you. This is a great way of networking; maybe you'll get contacted at your channel for a private sale. Everyone knows you're looking for a larger-boned, draft-type horse for your adult students, or paint (pinto).
One day I see you with your 43 acres like that horse rescue in Texas. I think you hesitated on not bringing the trailer because Belle and her foal are on your mind and 1st things 1st. You worry about infection and quarantines. Any momma would. Good show, Yay, Shae!
Yes! I have to keep her and the soon to come foal safe. I wanted that POA so bad.
@@freespiritequestrian Call the owner, and make a down-payment deposit; just explain you're foaling, not you but beautiful Belle, lol! You have the contact info? Treat yourself! I betcha she's still available.
Beatiful selection of horses. I really enjoyed this video. I find it funny how different people love different color patterns. I've always wanted a golden bay!!!! My first was a buckskin with the best temperment for a beginner but huge (16.2). I'm 5'. All my others have been some shade of chestnut and 14.3 or less. I would love a stocky halflinger!. Thank you for the trip!!!
What a fun day at the sale barn❤
The second horse you looked at looks exactly like a horse I did lessons on a few months ago p’nut❤❤ u don’t ride her anymore though I’m now too advanced for her❤ but she was so sweet
Another well stocked auction. Thank you for sharing your day with us. I did have one question. Do you know why the auctioneers allow all those people to line the inside of the auction pen? There's barely enough room for the exhibitor to maneuver their animal about. It just struck me as negligent and dangerous IMHO.
DeerHaven I thought the same thing. The ring is very small,& with it being “lined” with people, who are blocking the view of possible buyers, is TOTALLY RIDICULOUS❗️
I was just about to post this. It always annoys me when it cuts to the bidding ring and it is FULL of people... How are you meant to see the animal if all you're able to see is some guy's sweaty back!
I am sorry to tell you,but most, not all ,are the Meat Men working with the Auctioneer,s, sometimes. When I was young, I loved going to Horse Auctions, but, as I got older I learnt about the Meat Men, vile and evil beings . But if everyone thought the same as me , no nice people would rescue any of the precious babies on sale!.
Hi Shae and K.!! All the fun of the auction with none of the power or responsibility!! Just what I need today, if I deserve anything beyond the days other blessings and wonderfulness!
I just missed a bunch of these candidates and hike scribbling my screed but I just felt compelled to wade in and say that the first two-3 look pretty ideal for you- that palomino is pretty solid looking very good cannon bones and quarters, could carry a heavier rider a good ways I expect, and the buckskin looks like a pretty well put together deal especially for lessons and trail riding.
Ouch that starvling grey is a crime scene, for sure.
🖐😉 from NotMardon in Canada.
Ooh at 5:30 I think that a second smaller pony will always earn it’s keep even just to be a barn ambassador.
Yea, all hail the Appaloosa gateway pony!!
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Love the auctions, and your commenting👍🍀🇺🇸
These videos are so valuable!! I hope you never stop doing them- I learn something every time I watch one!
Great day. Thanks for all the info. Why are all those people in the sale auction ring ..new Zealand
Your channel is great. That hope your dream comes true get bigger place and watch your story ❤
Ohh Shea, some very nice looking horses Bucksin,Appys,and Roans at that auction. Didn’t seem like a high priced sale but looking at the horses just makes you want to take one home
Yes the prices weren’t bad. But also not as high end as some of the other sales.
Ran across your page on accident, and was neat to see you at the same auction we went to! I took my 12 yo daughter for the first time. It was sad watching the loose sale, but it was a learning experience for her, and really opened her eyes to both the good and the bad side of the horse industry. Good luck in finding your next horse soon ♥️
For the most part, auctions make me really sad! 😔
I'm curious as to why all those people are standing inside that tiny ring?! The people sitting behind them can't see, and the horse's have a hard enough time walking around that pen. Arizona doesn't allow that, or at least none of the auctions we've been to. Doesn't make any sense to me. 🤔
❤ the gray, big boy he looks pretty sturdy. He like to trail ride and he looks like he could do it. That big bay would be a good horse for Kyle since it’s bigger and I think it could still be a lesson horse don’t you think? Love the leper gated horse is beautiful.
Loved that Rocky Mountain horse. I've never seen one that color, just stunning!
So pretty!
That rocky mountain is gorgeous!!
❤ the video and your YT channel (my fav!)! And keep up the good work of educating others about all things equestrian! 🐎 There is SO MUCH to learn and you do a fantastic job! And yeah, even providing viewers insight into your own barn needs before getting another horse teaches others a person needs to have the right circumstances, being prepared to take care of a forever horse BEFORE you get one. Don't rush it.
Love seeing both you & Kyle enjoying this auction together. So funny at the end about getting a new puppy/dog! Guess they must have them there as well? So much temptation to resist! Like you always say, know what you want before you go and stick to that! 😄
So sad when people show up at an auction with horses that clearly need the last act of kindness. I just don’t get it and I never will.😢🐴
I can still see that lovely Appy; So striking! But we don't want to be getting a pony we don't want. Good job you are the buyer and we just do the watching hey? Actually, if you sent me, I'd probably bring home a miniature donkey or few! Not sure what use they would be, other than being hopelessly cute.
It’s hard not to buy a few haha
There was a filly at a barn i boarded at whilst stationed in California years ago who did that exact tongue thing at feeding time that you thought might be neurological. The vet said that it was a common type of self-soothing habit, much like thumb sucking or nail biting might be for us. i've since seen it several times in different horses over the years. It never affected Peanut's (the Paint filly at my barn) training or riding in any way.
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Yeah it’s an issue though.
That’s not normal behavior and is a sign of stress, pain, or neurological issues
@@freespiritequestrian Nuts only did it when her grain was on the way or when tied to the trailer at a show. For her, it was a reaction to anticipation. She lived well into her 30s with the same owner (my friend) and never had any other medical issues and it totally fit her quirky personality. i guess like everything else, it just depends on the horse. MeGotta NoSpotta, aka Peanut or Nuts, was always kinda special!
Noo it made me sad when those like hurt horses appear 😢I hope they find someone that will appreciate them a lot and help them 😢❤
That spotted saddle horse 😍😍😍 so so beautiful!
OMGosh!! That "spirit" pony (not horse) would have been mine, and what's crazy is next at that one you called a chunk was Rain!! His mate!! Ugh, wouldn't that have been a perfect team, could've went in parades with those! Great auction videos, I enjoy watching the auctions online but your videos are better because we get to see all the different ones up close. Thanks for sharing & best of luck with achieving your goals and expanding your farm!🙂🤞🐎🐎🐎🐎
Kurt looks like he should be riding a large line-back dun (16+h), double registered buckskin & quarter (for showing). Yes, I can see him showing in western. He’s got you so his trainer lives on-site. What a life! There’s nothing like having your own horse in your back yard.
I love it and your horses are absolutely beautiful! 😊
I started watching your videos not that long ago... Its awesome, i dont know nothing about horses, actually something here and there, but i never rode any, sadly
It is my dream to ride one, but sadly in my country its really hard to find places that u can ride, mostly of the places i went that had horses were always farm horses, that isnt friendly enough to a stranger to ride. But i learned so much from you, and i hope some day i can have some contact with horses.
Its so sad to see so many horses in horrible condition, and i am grateful that u show us that auctions arent always beautiful. I took care of a really old mare one time i went in a trip in my nona's ( Grandma) farm. She was a palomino who were a horse for therapy with kids. She was so sweet but sadly the owner didnt took care of her properly. I miss her so much
It really bugs me those people in the ring poor horses have no space.
I loved the big grey draft !!! Would have loved to own that one.
I would like to know what he sold for.
Oh and these auction videos are very educating, thank you. I've owned horses and been around them a lot in my life but don't know much about different diseases and conditions. Your pointing things out is very helpful, thank you.
They are mostly the Meat Men , would have had a good day for them at this Auction. Take notice how plump these men are!. They eat meat a lot !. Unhealthy lot, Karma is all I can think of the monsters, but, worse are the ones taking these innocent beautiful Sentient Beings abroad, where the Demon's love their job ! . God bless everyone buying a pony , horse,donkeys and mules, to go to an experienced home ,filled with love and food !. Awe.
I'm sure this will read as a silly suggestion, but I wonder if extensions would work on horses with docked tails. 🤔 They work for people. Having said that, I realize that horses have a myriad of places where extensions could get snagged. Still, extensions would certainly help them combat flies.
I was sitting here trying to remember something I saw on another horse TH-cam channel.maybe some kind of product that attach to the tail and had strings that hung down? I don't know maybe I'm imagining it.
You have NO worries about anyone thinking your mean Shae (regarding the puppies) Anyone who knows you or has seen any of your videos knows you have a heart of gold, and loving, kind, and caring ❤️ Horses prices seemed to be really good at this auction. There were a lot of really nice looking animals. Of course there were a few that were heartbreaking 🥺. But you are so right, you really have to be careful what you bring home due to Belle being preggers ☺️There were some really beautiful paints. And paints to me are like Appaloosas to you 😉 there my faves ❤️. Thanks for taking us along. Blessings to you and Kyle always 🙌 Jennifer
It's disgusting in how people can mistreat and animal.
T. here were some beauties, there and the prices seemed very reasonable. One day it will all come together, you'll have quarantine space, Belle's foal will be on the ground - and you will find exactly the right horse for you program. I am impressed by your self control, I'm sure I would have come home with one of the QH's you looked at!
I sure hope so! Thank you!
Wow your horses are so amazing I can’t wait for the foal 🎉🎉 the horses are so lucky to have you
Keep making amazing videos ❤❤❤
Thank you so much!!
With auctions it’s always ups and downs that’s the cold hard fact. But I would always encourage people to take on a rescue if their circumstances allow that horse will love you like wouldn’t believe. 💜🐴💜🤩🤩🇦🇺🇦🇺
Ooh more horses! Hope one catches your eye ❤😊 happy easter!
I owned a big 17 hand Bayhorse he was gorgeous he was running quarter so just park quarter horse and park thoroughbred. Oh was he pretty you would like them had a big old motor. At least buying one and fall you get a free horse but just remember we got a feed those babies for a long time before they get . Ponies are CUTE..
When you said your goal was to "obtain a bigger property" reminded me of a cousin of mine that all he ever wanted was to own the property next door to his ...lol
Oh my god!! The Clydesdale roan or grulla almost looks like the young Clydesdale you found a couple months ago!! Youu in wanted to buy him but you didn’t want to handle another yearling and I absolutely get it. But like wow!
I am the same way about color with dogs. Love multi-colored dogs.
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That's why you have a friend to quarantine
Yay!! Love your auction videos😊❤
You are such a wise person❤
If i was there i would buy evreyone, even i dont have the money😂
That why i dont go to sales😢
I hope i get in the feature better with money
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PS: greetings to belle and Azmerelda❤
Thank you Shae. The beauty of horses is sometimes almost inconceivable. Ending with kettle corn seems healing 😉 oh and I sat here writing a story in my head thatthe horse you were so interested in never went through the ring for one reason or another, and you were able to leave your contact information for the owner. They'll be calling you in a few weeks and soon enough you will have the lovely horse. But I know there are other horses out there.
Some really beautiful horses at this auction! Loved that App you wanted! Maybe next time!❤️🐎🤣
I enjoyed this so much. I've never been to an auction so 🤷it was a great new experience. What is a a Rocky Mountain horse-never heard of them before and I thought that was a gorgeous horse? 😍 There was something very fishy about the POA in the corner; something about the whole situation just didn't seem right .Happy Easter and I gotta say, your husband is a very good 👍sport😁.
Rocky Mountain is a gaited breed. Yes, I don’t know why he was in the corner, so strange.
Hello! I love your auction videos and i learn so much from them thank you!
Love your auction videos...there were a lot of beautiful horses there. Thanks for taking us along.
Greetings from Finland! Me and my daughter watch your videos as a bed time stories. I would have wanted to see the prices of the last horses as well....
So much horses in poor condition😪😪😪
Omg! The shire looking one.. I would not say no to it. I love love love how it looks! The little appy pony and black pony melted me. The poa seemed to be hidden away. Maybe the owner wasn’t sure to sell or not? Who knows. The one that looked like Spirit.. omg. So cute!
awesome!!!!!!! so, what happens to the ones that dont get bought??
They go back with their owners…
@@freespiritequestrian ohh ok.. thank you. i love your videos btw. i just found u
I just love you guys. Appaloosa are my favorite too. I'm so glad you show the good and the bad at these auctions. Yes it's very sad 😪 how people neglect their animals. That white albino you called snow white. If you got her. You know you would have to get the 7 dwarfs too 😆
Enjoyed meeting you and Kyle at the auction. I think I learn something new during each of your videos, thank you. 🤠
I wish I was like u so much I love horses!
I think there are people who were made for different things. Some people have pure rescues with a lot of focus on medical attention, and some are like you who take in those horses that you can train while healing from potential earlier trauma and then find them a great home when they're ready. All of these people still belong to the same group who are out there helping these horses. You are so great :)
Yes I agree! We all add something to the horse industry and I think it’s important that people specialized in different areas. 💖
I have a cat named Tinkerbell. She’s a Siamese cross
No need to explain yourself. You're doing an awesome thing. I love your program. It was nice seeing most of the horses going for above slaughter price. I loved that Shire/ draft. OMG, he was gorgeous! I don't know how you can choose only one. I'd be a mess in there. There were so many nice horses to choose from. And those ponies and minis. 🥰 Yeah, I'd be in big trouble if I went to an auction. Lol
Thank you so much! Haha it’s so tempting sometimes!
I'm curious, with regards to the crested neck- is that a feature that should only be, typically, a feature on stallions? Spanish ones in particular? I just personally really love that look aesthetically, so I'm really glad to know it can be a bad sign on a horse, because I could see myself getting one some day because of the look without knowing it could be a bad thing.
There is a difference between a strong, thick neck and a fatty, cresty one. 💖
@@freespiritequestrian thank you! I'll have to do some research to learn to discern between the two!!!
Hello friends
Happy Easter weekend!
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I love how you always talk about what your plan is and what your business is about and what your lQQking for while you are looking at an auction. How you stay focused and your not emotional about the horses.
Also, what questions do you ask the owner if there near their horse?? Thank you so much for sharing. 🥰💘♥️♥️
Hi, there are so many questions I can’t list them here. You’re welcome to email me.
Question to any horse people here! Do you know of any horse leasing places in Michigan? If you respond thank you. Love your videos Free Spirit Equestrian!! 🐴🏇
Grew up on a big farm with many houses hearing your assignment of the horses your job was mine when buying ❤❤❤
You need to get a 2 horse cart for Kyle to use ponies with. Driving is great and can be utilized to haul gear foe trail riding. Or maybe just a good lunch for horses and riders.
Yes we are working on it! We don’t want 2 ponies though…
You say don’t judge you for liking color but one of the first things that I liked about you was you liked all the same horses I do! :P paints and appaloosas are my favourites! 😊 I love so much more about you but I love that you share my interests in color too ;)
I just fell in love with the clyde/shire, i love big horses!
Hi enjoyed your video. Such a shame the state of some of them. Although lots of lovely ones too. Just a quick question why do all those people stand in the sales ring I seems dangerous also very restrictive to the performance of the horses and how on earth do you follow the auctioneers bidding lol its like a totally alien language can't understand a thing they say it's so fast yes can totally understand about the quarantine issue x
No idea honestly lol
Any tips on understanding the bidding x
@@annfinch-cl1gl now that would be a neat video! I have watched many different auction videos and there is a lot of variety in the styles in which the auctioneers speak.
@angelaranzoni8593 yes I am totally lost with it too
@@freespiritequestrian perhaps you could do a video explaining the bidding speech if you could find out or how you follow it when bidding x
It’s called self control. Love it!! You don’t want a golden doodle on the farm, absolutely the worst coat for a farm! Plus I got my border collie cattle dog mix at the shelter. Smartest doggie ever, and we had German Shepherd before. And she has color! She looks like a brown paint with leopard spots on her legs and chest. You would love her 🤣
They need to get the people out out the ring
I was really hoping you’d get the POA but I totally understand why you didn’t. It’s important to prioritise the horses you already have. Love these auction vids, keep up the great work!
It was so hard!
There was a horse that resembled Belle and boy he was huge... I absolutely adore the miniatures. They have such comical personalities when they're feeling good. That
What breed of pups did they have ?
Very fun video Shae. 🐴
They had all types of doodles, labs, and herding dogs :)
Kyle, I wholeheartedly agree with Shae... don't ever get a doodle anything.... I come from training dogs. And doodles are not my favorite. I will never get one.
Was that a Walkaloosa? I would LOVE to have a gaited Appy!
i also love the buckskin quater horse
I started watch your channel when you got lucky charm and you do so much for your horses I love all of their journeys ❤
Do you mean Prince Charming? Lol 😂 💖
Interesting auction. Thanks! 👋🏻🧑🦳😊