Jason, Kori, and Kieth... just wanted you guys to know how appreciated you are. The most multi talented diversity. You guys have so much talent. I'm 75 and love your show. Thank you for all you do.😊😊 northern California

I had a donkey that I had to euthanize december 2019 because he was out of strenght and old. He laid down and couldn't get back up, we tried during almost 72 hours but he couldn't stand anymore. He loved to have his ears rubbed and seeing you doing it to those donkeys brought tears to my eyes with the memory of him... I loved him so much and miss him so much still. He was just a giant ball of tenderness!

I think the most significant thing I have ever experienced watched, trained and owned horses of my own is when you see the light come back into a horses eyes after being so affected by trauma. HRP I thank you for turning those lights on and show these animals that human beings are worthy of their love. 🤩🤩🤩👏👏👏👏🇦🇺🇦🇺

We lost my daughter's beloved Shetland, Sun's Stoney Mac, to choke in the night years ago. Carolina is 26 now and still keeps Stoney's ashes and portrait on her entertainment center. So glad Galahad was discovered in time to save him 🙏 Much appreciation for all you do! ~🩵☘️🥀

@MeadowsMiniFarm

7 ай бұрын

Oh my mama heart ! My dad bought our daughter a Shetland pony after my step mom passed away. Helped us all heal. They are great ponies. Bless your daughters heart ❤ what a sweet love

@Terry-lh8cn

7 ай бұрын

Choke is not usually life threatening.

@staycerene9438

7 ай бұрын

@@Terry-lh8cn Unfortunately it was for our little grey man. After tending my daughter who found him in the run of his stall, i looked him over and found leaves of the alfalfa hay he had for dinner the night before mixed with snot coming from his nostrils and dried on his forelegs where he had rubbed it. Stoney was a very healthy 19 years old. i had taken him from a neglectful situation at 5 months so i knew his history and he had never had an issue with choke before. It was just really sad. Everyone loved Stoney the Pony.

Nice of Tawnee,John,Keithand Angela to take us to the donkey rescue in Aruba.❤

I had no idea that shelters could help owners put their loved horses down that is great can you please spread the word on that. It may help horse owners be more responsible.

@MeadowsMiniFarm

7 ай бұрын

Some vets will as well but it’s a select few that don’t charge a ton.

@JellyBean0776

7 ай бұрын

I don't think that's standard. Little different, but it was that time for my elderly cat, but the animal shelter refused to help me put her out of pain. I ultimately had it done with our vet, but I was afraid they would pressure me to keep her alive so I didn't go there first (I'm adamantly against doing that under certain circumstances and not because of money). I was willing to pay, but the kill shelter was who actually made it traumatic for me. The vet 100% supported the decision. I don't know if this is a horse specific comment, though. You'd think it would be easier with a small animal.

@jesseelisabeatty8205

7 ай бұрын

thats why people dont do the right thing.. cost, or getting their horse transported to vet or vet to come out, then, what to do with their animal as far as a final resting place. people " condem" or say abuse for a working owner, but yet an organization or ? that gets DONATIONS has the financial means to give care.. to a horse " rescues" it. i think alot of owners want to do the " right " thing..but have no financial backing..its like my dog,s mine needs neutered, but , cant get a ride , i can afford it, and my old one , when its her time to go, get her to the vet, or have vet come, and what to do with her to find a resting place..? some one will " rescue" her with resources, and have me flagged as an animal abuser..so people are also afraid to do the right thing.. ( no i have planned ahed ) i think rescues should resucue the owner too, without fear of being fined or put in jail .no judgement, i think more people would do the right thing.

@amazingrace1958

7 ай бұрын

I live in upstate SC and it came time to sadly say goodbye to our 14yo dog Levi aka: BooBoo. He couldn’t breathe when laying down due to collapsing throat he had for years. We called a nearby vet that came to our house to administer the shot and also has services to cremate them too. In such an emotional time it was nice to have that choice. (Although I just couldn’t stay - I left the house and let my husband stay with him.)

@nickygentle9246

7 ай бұрын

​@@JellyBean0776😢x

Thank you lord for helping this horse.

I’ve been to Bonaire and they also have donkeys on the island. They were brought there to help in the salt mining. They roam free on the island and everyone has a feeding station for them to put their vegetable clippings in for the donkeys. They also have donkey ambulances all over the island just in case there is a sick or injured donkey. It was great to see how well everyone took care of them.

Kory moving around like he's superman

Tawnee, I understand being a rescuer on vacation, you can't exactly stop rescuing if another rescue, or animal, needs help. I had no idea that you had grants that were global though, honestly you are an angel. If only exotics could have some grants like that, it would be so much better, than so many parrots wouldn't be turned away.

Poor Sir Galahad..he looked like he had lost quite a bit of weight..and a bit shaky on his feet..praying 🙏✝️ that he fully recovers..those two mules looked in really good condition..shame they couldn't take them with them..loved all the donkeys..they're just so darned cute and I just love them when they're ornery..😂.. Kimberley is so hot on anything heath wise..don't know why she doesn't train to be a vet tech. 🇬🇧💞✝️🙏👍👏🐴🐎🐈‍⬛️🐈🐾🐕🐾🐕🇺🇸

@ws4860

7 ай бұрын

I didn't like how the old owner handled the mule. Very hard with the rope, it can also be done more gently. I'm glad they're out there.

@evabetlyon2693

7 ай бұрын

I was taken aback by the way the mammoth mules were handled by the owner..his outward attitude seemed a bit cold and he was a trifle too rough on the lead lines..just my opinion..anyways they are beautiful..are they working mules?..theywould be beautiful in harness as a team pulling a fancy cart

Emily, I think those puppies loved getting a bath. They looked very content afterward.

Would really love to see some of the other horses that have been rescued in the past and their journey to where they are now at your facility I think that would be really good for other people who watch to help donations

The intro gives me chills every time. You guys seriously are heros!!

As a Friesian owner, I am aware that a lot of them suffer from megaesophagus, (among a phletora of other genetic diseases) which can cause choke. It looks like this beautiful black horse has a large dose of Friesian in him. I would take note of that and ask a qualified vet, or contact FHANA on how to feed him properly to circumvent choke. My guess is that whoever took this horse to slaughter knew about this situation and dumped the poor horse because of it. Willing to bet that was not his first choke. Friesians take the cake on Megaesophagus, uper aeortic rupture and colic, among other illnesses.

@Imthewalkingbread

7 ай бұрын

He’s Tennessee Walking Horse

Somebody needs to adopt TC he doesn't like being outside. 💕🐾

That's a beautiful, CLEAN Donkey Sanctuary in Aruba.

@cal205

7 ай бұрын

Aruba is Dutch. .

It might be beneficial to have an IT consultant to come out and check all your network connections and equipment. Can be expensive but having a proper check up and fix is a huge help.

I’m so happy the four of you are taking off and just chill. Please turn your phones off. Your leaving the place in the best hands.

Those puppies need some warm beds and toys to stimulate their senses and they need to be socialised raising a litter of puppies is a huge responsibillity and hard work.Best wishes for this litter.

@robinrutherfordcost4748

7 ай бұрын

Sara Ondrako has a great video on how to make a snuffle mat with a pocket. My younger Dobe won't eat his lunch unless it's in his snuffle mat. Hound Hugger also has DIY snuffle toys. Hope that helps.

@raccoondingodog6825

7 ай бұрын

agreed.

It's nice to know you can get away and count on an excellent crew to back you up and keep things running smoothly. You guys are the best! I think it's wonderful you found a need while on vacation and were able to help the donkey shelter out. Kudos HPHS!! 👏👏 Much ❤️ and respect from Michigan 🌊

I somehow had a feeling that a holiday with Tawness would go with SOMETHING 4-legged...that donkey sanctuary was so awesome to see. Through your videos, I really fell in love with donkeys. So freakin' cute animals.

3rd LOL. hopefully we will also get to soon see the boot camp episode that so many of us are waiting…patiently… to see…🇦🇺🇦🇺😊😊 From Australia.😊

@clsmithent

7 ай бұрын

Glad you said something. I was starting to think that I missed it. Do we know who won?

@Aussie-JaniceQld

7 ай бұрын

No.. not yet..

Kitty wants to be indoors, just because they are grown it doesnt mean they won't be adopted, it may take a little longer so be patient.

@Cazameilia

7 ай бұрын

yeah, not just grown adults but seniors too, I've adopted cats and dogs in their teens before, no animal is too old for adoption.

@vincentender1486

7 ай бұрын

I saw two elderly calico cats at the center when i got my own cat, already with paperwork showing they were adopted, i was happy to see that. My own cat was no more then six months old when i got her from there, not like i chose her for her age, she chose me. Shes now going to be 12 in December and is a well loved but sassy old girl.

So glad Galahad got toi the vets in time and they were able to sort him out

Really enjoyed this episode. I just love Cory. What would you do without that guy?? John is a great media "chicken man!" Loved the donkys in Aruba.Their fence was cool looking, with donkeys peaking over it.Tawny, glad you helped Desary with a grant. I hope she can get help to continue to receive grants. Never thought I'd see a 3-legged donkey hopping around! Donkeys life span is very long. This santuary needs all the help they can get.

You are so amazing and I'm so glad that you got them a grant that is wonderful God bless you and God bless them.

I had no idea that Keith and Angela we’re together they make such a cute couple❤😊

Hope the poor horse that had "choke" is doing better 🙏. All those puppies are sooo cute! I'm also happy Tawnee, that you and Jason, Angela and Keith went on a little vacation, and I bet it was fun going together. It looked beautiful, thank you for sharing, and of course my favorite part was the donkey sanctuary, that was awesome, and their hooves really do look to be in great shape especially for not having regular farrier care. I've never in my 65 plus years ever seen an equine with only 3 legs 😳. That was truly amazing!! Glad ya'll had a good time, I think it really came at a good time as well, ya'll work so hard for a cause that is never ending, and can easily take it's tole on you quickly.....Your so right Jason, everyone needs a break from rescue, it can be very taxing, emotionally draining, and just plain difficult for long periods of time. But God Bless ya'll for doing it, and doing it so well! Ya'll have changed (for the good) sooo many horses lives. It's truly incredible. Love and Blessings to everyone at HPHS ❤ 🙌 Jennifer

Great to see the donkey rescue in Aruba! Midnight is a beautiful horse…. It’s so sad that the two mules had to come back, but at least they seemed healthy and happy! 😊❤

TC looks just like my kitty boy, they could be twins. The donkey Sanctuary was awesome ❤

I hope you all have the most wonderful, relaxing, and fun vacation.

I have 2 very heavy and spoiled babies. They are my very sweet little trouble makes😂😂😂

I wish you all safe travels And happy thanksgiving 🐎🍂🍁

Those are two NICE miles!! I hope Kimberly is considering going to veterinary school. She’s come a long way at HPHS.

It would be great if farriers could take your mission around Tennessee. Telling owners they have options instead of auction. You Could run an event/ contest/ or suppliers putting on events that would bring them to one place. Great episode❤

You guys deserve a vacation for all your hard work. Don't worry about the shelter just enjoy your time off. I will miss you !!!!

Waiting in Brenham, Texas

Hi from Melbourne Australia

I like want are doing for the horse 🐎 and you guys are doing a great job for the horse 🐎 Nanette

Love the donkey sanctuary ❤

Love the donkey ears around the top of the Aruba Donkey Sanctuary building!!! And, you four are on a "busman's holiday" visiting an equine sanctuary! So funny, exactly what I expect you to do as well! ❤️

@user-ho3bh4we4m

7 ай бұрын

I think those donkey heads and ears were on their gate.

I understand that you cremate the horses you take home after the auctions when’s you have to do the final act of kindness but what happens to the ons that can’t travel and the vet assists them at the sales. You guys are amazing what you do for those poor horses. I must be very hard when you can’t help one. ❤ 🐝🐝🇳🇿

Good episode, guys!

Great vlog as usual and so good to see that donkey sanctuary in Aruba.

❤ Love the twins. They are special!

This happened to my gelding a bred him my self and been with me all he’s live he’s 14 now and we had he’s 1st choke episode about two weeks ago was a awfull experience vet was quick and they give him a relaxer injection got mucsles In he’s neck sedation and then tubes him was awfull but after sedation wore off he was fine xxxx

Very good episode! It was great to see you guys at the. Donkey sanctuary!

@juliamclane8319

6 ай бұрын

I think you meant to not to put a period in there.

I loved it when Midnight got back home from the vet's and announced his return, "hey everybody, I'm home!" So admire what you are doing at Horse Plus. Thanks for sharing. 🐎Cheers from Ontario, Canada.

Thank you for donkey coverage. What a great resque effort. Thank you for sharing.🐴

Poor kitty doesn't want to be an outside barn cat..my daughter has a stray for several years that hates being indoors..so they keep food and fresh water available 24/7, leave the breezeway door open a little so she can do her hunting thing..which by the way, she brings home anything and everything she catches -from tiny birds to large rabbits

I'm so glad you 4 had fun!

I JUST LOVE ALL THE WORK YOU DO, FOR THE HORSE

The mural at the sanctuary...LOL...cutest cartoon donkeys EVER ♥

She so did not take that Cell Ya.. lol that was so funny as am AD.. lol

He’s lost so much weight 😢

Good evening from Lecanto Florida

It was really good to see another full episode Thank you

Wow ! A friend of mine is in Aruba right now from northern Wisconsin !!!

That is so awesome for the donkey sanctuary in Aruba they're all precious and I'm going to share this so many more people can see this and maybe adopt a donkey. Camino is absolutely precious 💞🐎

How is sweet Sir Galahad?

Enjoy your much needed vacation and safe travels!!

I have so so so many positive comments to make for this episode - you guys are ALL wonderful - and i agree with Dawn - VACATION TIME!!!!! But seriously - DONKEYS!!!!!!!! Oh My! And better still DONKEY SANCTUARY!!!!!! Be still my beating heart. I could have just taken my beast of a wheelchair in and sat there and let them mob me. If I died, I'd still be happy. LOL, and back home here, I think there'd be a couple of mates arguing about who gets my horse. SO glad you could help ADS with a grant for a LAOK. Thats beautiful. That in/out of internet - had MY Anxiety going - goodness knows what it did to you guys in the office? I'd have needed the big chicken to hug, or to sit in a stall with all the puppies and my inhalers, and kittens. Multi level meltdown. lol It's ok John, I would NOT have taken the big chicken in with puppies and kittens - that would not have ended prettily - I can see chicken stuffing everywhere and one John carted off in an ambulance. Kory - it is so frustrating isnt it when you cant find the right nuts for wheel hubs - I had that with my old float at one stage and had the old hubs just removed and replaced with current standard ones then obviously had a new set of the locktite nuts all round and got a new set of nuts to fit one entire wheel 'just in case' - bit like having spare fuses for everything (and I have no clue how many times I see folk just go around the wheel tightening, not going opposite sides and then 90* then a bit of a tighten again and final when its on the ground. But then they stand on the bloomin breaker bar like their lives depend on it and THATS how they strip the nuts and make them impossible to undo when they need to. YES tighten but dont over tighten. - towing - be it a caravan, box trailer or stock trailer/horse float SHOULD be a section on drivers license applications that if you do not pass that - or sit that test - you do not get ticked off - same goes with 4wd/Off-roading - why? people are idiots at times. Truck drivers have to have a whole different class of license - yet we let someone have a car license and off they zoom with a deadly lump of metal as it is, and then stick big metal things behind it with live cargo in it.

The two big mules are wonderful looking. Would they look good as a driving pair for competition ?

I love big ole mules!

Humane euthanasia grants that people can apply to from all over the world - such an important initiative. I see people react when you have to let some of the horses you save at auction go. I think it is admirable that you take on this very necessary job I know you find very hard. And I appreciate even more the times you have bought animals just to save them from further suffering. Thank you for all your great work, both the "easy-to-sell" on KZread stuff, and the difficult things many get fired up about.

Fantastic episode ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Great episode again! I am so glad beautiful Sir Galahad has been saved. I really enjoy watching Lyric in the training videos. She has a way with the horses that really helps them overcome their issues and brings out the best in them. So glad the four of you went on vacation and had a great time! The Donkey rescue looks amazing. And of course Tawnee would be helping them, too! You are all doing such amazing work, I am grateful for all you do!

Is Sir Galihad older? Is that why he's so thin and unsteady on his feet? You guys take great care of all the animals!

Love what you're doing God bless

My dad had a huge mule when I was small, but he was mean, dad used him for plowing.

Waiting with you.

Awesome video loved the donkeys

I know you all are having problems since the live options have stopped I just have a suggestions maybe we can take some of the horses that you have brought in and do updates on them how they're doing what their care entailed of and what other help they need so you can request more donations for that horse just a thought

All you guys look well rested and happy. So glad you’re having so much fun on you much deserve vacation. Love the donkeys. 🐴♥️😁

Wow! The things I learn on here! Choking horses, horse snot, tubes up noses, floating a horses teeth 🤯. Ya’ll need to learn the Heimlich Maneuver! 😉😬

For the horse with choke please try linseed oil on his feed it will help him stop choke and help him with his gut health

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What kind of dog breeds are those puppies? They are so adorable!

Those mules were spoiled in their previous home

How do you soak feed? Recently my 27 yr old TW choked on his feed. Thankfully it passed within the hour but scared us terribly. I was on the phone with the emergency after hour call as it cleared. Scared us and him both. Last year we had been giving him beet pulp with water to help add to his weight. Would I just add water to his senior feed and let it soak just the same? Thank you.

@Terry-lh8cn

7 ай бұрын

Yes. My 36 year old ate soaked feed for many years and did fine.

@marieholt9547

7 ай бұрын

Beet pulp swells 3 times it's original weight so make sure you give it plenty of time to absorb the liquids. Some horses choke because they are bolting their food and when they start losing teeth it is harder for them to chew their food.I went through this with a mare and had to make sure it was well soaked and find ways to slow her down when she was eating. She was the lowest on the pecking order so I believe she did this in order to get her feed before the others so I started separating her from the others to enable her to relax.I inherited her from the owner of the land and didn't know her well. They found out they were allergic to horse hair and just let them graze but didn't interact much with them.She was 27 then and underweight. When I started boarding there I took over they just thought she was old and didn't realize how much they could do for her.I had never used beet pulp and inadvertently caused her to choke not knowing about wetting it down. Fortunately she recovered and lived another 5 years with all but one of her grinding teeth gone.She was such a gentle soul and when she passed I heard her whinny on the wind the next day.It was so different that I knew it was her saying goodbye.

It's just so wrong that Galahad's previous owners didn't do right by him and dumped him in an auction.

@Imthewalkingbread

7 ай бұрын

He was brought directly to them

|Regarding choke. What a lot of people DON'T realise is that a horse/equine cannot breath IN through its' mouth. (that's why race horses have such huge nostrils!) They breath in through the nose and can cough. If there is a blockage it is difficult to breath in at all and therefore they CHOKE. Most times the tubing does clear the obstruction(s). That is why we ALWAYS cut apples and carrots etc. into chewable pieces.

@Terry-lh8cn

7 ай бұрын

Horses don't breathe and eat through the same passageways. Choke is gross and disturbing but is not a breathing emergency like it is for us.

Poor fellow in thumbnail needs plenty of groceries too hope his respiratory issue was resolvable and he is well now.

Love everything you guys do and dont want to be negative but please dont pick the cats up under their front legs you could hurt them look at the cats anatomy there is a safe way to carry them please advise staff. Other than that keep up the great work you guys do

here a dad joke, Why does the ocean roar? you would to if you had crabs on your bottom

I like my to horse 🐎 Nanette and I have 3bunnys and 3 cats and to horse and I like my horse 🐎 and cats and my 3 bunny's Nanette

How old is Galahad.

2nd and waiting!😂

Tawnee your always always gorgeous and I love you so much you are an angel sent from God himself to save H❤RSES

4th 😂🐎🐎

Please take the music off , it is so much stimulus - nice to hear your voices and look ❤ it becomes so like commicial

How come Galahad hasn’t been gelded yet?

Loved that Cory explained about changing the tire, cross tightening and the thread! I learned something!!!

Very good episode i so look forward to these each week.

I’m hoping to hear about how you are going employing a new vet.

Is Benjamin the same donkey you rescued as a baby and was adopted by somebody? If so why was he returned?

@kimmarievan-ever6599

7 ай бұрын

I didn't know that Benjamin had been adopted..I didn't see a donkeys returned only two massive Mules which would no way be lil Benjamin..so I'm a bit confused where you got the idea he was returned..

@skr8674

7 ай бұрын

Benjamin went home with that one vet that no longer works with them….👍🐴

@francineherron1940

7 ай бұрын

Dr. Nancy adopted Benjamin❤

@kimmarievan-ever6599

7 ай бұрын

@francineherron1940 Did she..oh that's great..he was such a special little dude and his neck was still healing when she left..he couldn't be in better hands..sure do miss Dr Nancy though..she was bloody good...what she managed to do with Glimmers ears was amazing..

@francineherron1940

7 ай бұрын

@@kimmarievan-ever6599 I miss Dr. Nancy as well, I think a lot of the viewers do. She was a nice person and very gifted as a veterinarian, she was passionate about her work and loved the animals that were in her care. She also adopted Ginger with the club hoof that she repaired. ☺️

Been there had to deal with choke more than once. Terrifying.

@Groundedsquirrel

7 ай бұрын

Is it the same as choking on something?

@susankoehler2883

7 ай бұрын

@angelaranzoni8593 choking is when any kind of food (hay,pelleted food,grain) gets stuck in the horses throat. The tube that's inserted will find the blockage and water is used to either force it to disperse (loosen) and come out or continue into the stomach. Sedation is used so the horse is relaxed enough for the procedure. Teeth are usually a problem and should be checked by the vet to see if they need to be floated. Only after the sedative wears off completely should grazing or hay be offered.

@Terry-lh8cn

7 ай бұрын

​@@GroundedsquirrelYes and no. It doesn't obstruct breathing for them like it does us. A horse will usually clear a grain choke on its own. A hay choke can mean the vet needs to pass a tube and flush it out.

@Groundedsquirrel

7 ай бұрын

@@Terry-lh8cn that’s what I wondered as the horse didn’t seem to have the classic human breathing obstruction we see in tv and movies. Thank you.

@Groundedsquirrel

7 ай бұрын

@@susankoehler2883 thank you. Makes sense that if they can’t chew properly their food doesn’t go down right either.

They look bad

First!😂😂😂