Steve is one of the best horseman I've ever come across. He knows how to read horses. It's a gift. Not something that you have. I absolutely love to watch Steve.

@EnglishJoanInOregon

Ай бұрын

I only watched Steve’s channel for my “horse fix” but have recently discovered The Clever Cowgirl in Montana. Somewhat different attitude and circumstances, but great horse empathy.

@lousylvester923

Ай бұрын

@@EnglishJoanInOregon The Clever Cowgirl is excellent. She absolutely loves her horses and is very knowledgeable. It's a joy to watch her.

@kimwentz442

Ай бұрын

Yep yep❤

@biddiemutter3481

Ай бұрын

10:15 Was that a 'growl' I heard? You were in the dog house!

@badgranny6311

Ай бұрын

Agree!!!❤

She is an absolute beauty!! Thank you Steve, for being there for her! ❤️🇨🇦

@petrakrugell8752

Ай бұрын

Yes, an intelligent beauty ❤

Wow Steve this was nail biting at times and I found myself holding my breath but as always you triumphed with having grace, purpose and patients and a bit of thinking outside the box. This is why I love learning from you !🤠😀

@nancylee1625

Ай бұрын

My nails are down to the nub.

Mara is a tough nut to crack! She is going to feel so free from that fear, thanks to your persistence and skill. Absolutely wonderful! The love that horse has for her owner is also remarkable!

@OnceUponaTimeline

Ай бұрын

She probably thought Steve was going to crack her head with ceiling parts, when you consider all that, her behavior is not surprising. I think Steve got a bit lucky with that kick, i don't think she was truly aiming for him, she was just trying to scare him luckily. But you can't be sure before hand, only the horse knows exactly what it is planning. I am also quite sure she remembers Steve stuffed her onto the trailer last time and that's why she was saying no, some horses are very good at remembering patterns and noticing clues. Normally you only have to train them on something once and they overcome it so this kind of thing doesn't happen.

What a beautiful Black Beauty...... This was one of those times that the horse was one step ahead. She knew exactly what you were going to do...

@darksarcasm4835

Ай бұрын

I cried when she loaded in the small trailer.❤

@deb4405

Ай бұрын

@@darksarcasm4835 I was close to tears as well.

SUGGESTION: Get some pipe insulation (the kind that looks like a pool noodle) and put on the edge of the trailer above the ramp. No need to glue it because the tension of the slit will keep it there. It will compress when you close up the trailer. I did this for my black mare who had hit her head a few times. Now, she can see where the edge is and avoid it. Also it pads the edge. I saw a video of someone using a head bumper-the bumper flipped forward and became a blindfold. 😢 Good job getting this lovely horse to load.

I love that you showed the horse’s reaction to you and that you used the owner to help you because of it. Nice to see you don’t have an ego that gets in your way,and it makes you a better trainer for it! What a good job, she was pretty set in her opinions.

@louisegogel7973

Ай бұрын

❤❤❤!

WOW! Steve! This is so wonderful! Your persistence and understanding helped this horse overcome the tragic accident the she experienced! Great training, great and happy horse!

Simply amazing. Sometimes we humans can be outmatched by our sensitive, smart creatures. Steve shows his understanding & patience here in a could-be dangerous situation. He meets Mara's mind where it is & literally leads her out of her fear.

I really didn’t think she was going to change but I’m pleased Steve was able to help this mare. What a beauty she is

What a gorgeous looking horse and what awful, cruel bad luck she’s had. Not only the ramp braking but also that traumatic head injury. Thank goodness for Steve, yet again, for coming to the rescue. I believe that Mara deserves a bravery award 🥇 also for letting Steve help her. 🙏🙏🐴 that she and her owner have a wonderful life after all this pain. ❤❤❤❤

What an incredibly intelligent horse. Like intelligent children who are fearful they try to control their environment. But Steve keeps up his firm but loving reassurance. Showing his awareness of her fear but not enabling it. This must have been exhausting.

You deserve a medal!!! I can't believe how patient yet firm and kind you were. Enjoy your time in the US. PS Whew, I hope you have a good massage therapist... 😅

My favorite part of every video is when the horse displays relief and pure thankfulness. This horse in particular. Her fear was so palpable! This is why I come here! ❤. You sure know your stuff! 🎉

That horse loves and really respects her momma....I can tell that she feels safe with her mom....that is a good thing.

Mara is one of the smartest mares you’ve featured, she really was ahead of the game. Well done everyone that wasn’t easy

Poor baby...such a tramatic experience for her. Even humans don't want to go back to scene of bad experiences. Good job Steve in helping her.

That one was particularly frightening!😲 Sooo many times so close to injury! So thankful for Tanya & all to press for a little rethink for safety reasons! I agree, she did seem uncomfortable having to tuck her hind quarters up under to fit, esp in the second one. I see that so often with slant load trailers (😉 Sooo wish I could join you in NC, USA!) A decent sized horse gets face up against one side wall, tail against the other & divider getting forced into place where hind end doesn't actually fit comfortably either! ... I've heard folks talk about how hind end is "supported" during the trip, but without chest support, face gets mushed into the wall with stops or right turns. High respect for everyone acknowledging this beautiful mare's intelligence & respecting her strong expressions of her thoughts & feelings. So helpful that she never mistakingly made any connection of the trauma to be associated with Michelle! Well done all!! Stay safe!

WOW STEVE. I have watched all of your video's and this one was the most difficult horse because she is so smart perhaps. BUT, at the final time she stood there and looked really proud of herself. I am VERY impressed and thank God you didn't get hurt. 💛Utah

Jeez that was one hell of a session. That’s one smart mare. This is where Steve shows what real horsemanship can do. A gift.. maybe… years of experience and observation ? Yes. 100%.

Steve yr miracle worker. Thank god you have the gift to help your horses find peace and trust. Bless you

The change in her attitiude was awesome. Absolutly worth every minute spent to help her see a different world.

What a beautiful, intelligent horse 🐎 Mara loves and trusts her owner so much - wonderful to see. Well done to everyone, a great success story 😊

Amazing at Mara’s reaction to remembering you. Animals are so much more intelligent then they are given credit. Love your videos, thank you

Bravo!!! That was a tougher case and you truly helped this mare to get past her survival fear!!! ❤❤❤

What a lovely horse. She was so afraid and could have really hurt you at anytime but despite that overarching fear she restained herself from doing so. This video is a tribute yo your calm and consitant approach to emotional upset horses.

She is so incredibly intelligent! Her brain works so fast, she is only in the moment for a split second. Your patience is what reached her! Thanx for sharing this with us 😊

This video and this horse are proof of how intelligent horses can be and if we underestimate them we can have BIG problems. Yes, it's a dangerous job, but some of us crazy people do it for fun.

The whole vid I was really worried Mara would hurt Steve or herself. She is absolutely gorgeous mare, her conformation and movement and everything, but so anxious...! I feel for Tanya, she must've been worried as hell, watching this beautiful yet dangerous mare dance around Steve, snorting like a dragon, threatening him. It was great to see how Steve helped Mara overcome her fear of trailer. I'm sure her owner Michelle is over the moon!

@louisegogel7973

Ай бұрын

Michelle did a ton of the helping too, without her it would have taken Steve far more time, as he mentioned, to get Mara cooperating.

@juliastrzyga2274

29 күн бұрын

@@louisegogel7973 Yeah, her love and dedication for Mara is inspiring :) And Mara trusts her completly :)

I don’t think any other horseman could gotten that poor girl over her deep fear. Wow Steve you must have been exhausted!! 🥱

Horse whisperer Steve is amazing. Love to watch his expertise with horses.

Give a huge thanks to Steve for being able to help this beautiful horse and give Mara a head protector to keep her safe if she gets overexcited again.

Wow, your work with horses is so patient and respectful. I learn so much from your videos. I really appreciate your talents! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!

Beautiful Mara ❤ You all worked so hard and she kept trying despite her nerves 💞 Thank you Steve!

What a flipping good owner! Clearly has her horses trust. Hats off to you Steve.

You are so brave to allow your love for these magnificent beasts override your knowledge that they can seriously harm you

Wonder if Steven will be called upon to help with those horses from household cavalry.

@tammyspurdle9208

Ай бұрын

They certainly need someone with Steve's horsemanship skills to help train the cavalry horses and the riders. It's not the first incident they've had with spooked horses and unseated riders. So sad. Wishing the injured horses and riders speedy recovery.❤

Steve you're a real gentleman with great talent and skills... you're more than a horse trainer you're a horse whisperer...you have a great heart ❤️💜❤️

Such incredible patience and understanding of this horse’s thinking processes. Impressive. ❤❤

How amazing that she loves and trusts Michelle so much ❤what an intelligent beautiful Horse…

My goodness, I’m not sure who was breathing the hardest at times Steve or Mara! Cool, calm, kind and confident horsemanship by Steve. You could also tell Tanya was worried as her tension was oozing through the camera and she didn’t reply to Steve on a couple of occasions - not surprisingly - her heart must have been in her mouth! The mare didn’t look like she worked up a sweat but I bet Steve did under that fleece!

Is Mara a Fressian cross, I have one and they are super smart. Mine watches me like he’s studying me every tine he claps eyes on me. It’s like what’s your mood today.

They sure got their money’s worth today from you😃Great job❣️

Mara is one very switched on mare who has a truly beautiful relationship with her owner. You could see she really trusts her.

What a beautiful horse❤

she wants to be good, she is just frightened , poor baby, you can tell she's a good horse.

Very educational video. You’re confident that a breakthrough will come . This one was truly a test of your patience and skills and belief that you can do it.

The way the horse mind puts experiences together for the future is truly incredible. She knows he's not there to hurt her but she know his plan might. All linked together.

Blessings ❤❤❤😊😊

Mara is absolutely stunning and so in tune with her mum! Steve you are so very good and it was a joy to see her walk in without fear. 😊

Honestly, from the start of this video, her behavior in the stall was clearly indicative of her sensitivity. Sooo alert and interactive! A seriously intelligent horse.

What lovely bedding in that stable!

@karineekg

Ай бұрын

What a beautiful connection with her owner ❤

The end of ur video brought tears to my eyes!! Thank you for what u guys do!

Great job, I’m glad you were able to help her. And what a beautiful horse.

What a gorgeous horse she is. So smart!!

Best video yet! ❤❤❤❤. Poor girl. She’s lucky to have Steve.

Amazing. 🤩 What happened in London this week shows how intelligent, sensitive and vulnerable horses really are.😢I am so pleased that you got this mare to trust you, but with all of your experience and understanding of horse psychology, you knew what techniques would work. I really enjoyed seeing Mara come out the other side. 😊I hope they get the safety covers for the van to protect this beauty.

@louisegogel7973

Ай бұрын

Having building material dropped from a height right next to the horses is a huge unexpected scare that any person would likely also be freaked out by. I am glad they all are doing better and I hope the constructions folk have learned a good lesson… that could have been very serious for the horses and riders, let alone if random people walking by got hit

Ithink she loved and trusted her owner enough that after you got her through her post traumatic stress she wanted to please her owner I hope you don’t get another one like that Steve!

@louisegogel7973

Ай бұрын

❤❤❤

I just watched this on my tv (big screen) I was on the edge of my seat during the whole video. This horse and owner are SO FORTUNATE to have a trainer of Steve’s caliber to come to help this horse. Sadly, I know a lot of horses that could use his expertise. So much knowledge in one video. Thank you very much!!!

Just an amazing video! I kept thinking throughout the video about the importance of getting help in instances like this. Horsemen like Steve know the horses body language to keep them and the horse as safe as they can. Kudos to Michelle the owner. I was also amazed at the intelligence of Mara! She totally remembered Steve and what he represented. When Mara turned her backside to Steve in the stall EVEN I KNEW what she was thinking. EXCELLENT video

Such a magnificent horse! A true black beauty! ❤

Brilliant brilliant brilliant 👏👏👏👏

Well done Steve, well done Mara 🤍 If you ever reach heaven when you are old, I reckon a whole herd of horses will run to greet you Steve 🤍

Wow! What a great success!

Getting through wasn’t easy. Good result for this beautiful mare.

An absolute Black Beauty❤🐎❤ Steve is amazing to watch,patience is definitely a virtue ! , lovely Mara what a clever girl she is.

Loved watching the process and progress! Welcome back to the US. We are lucky to have you over here too.

Steve you are amazing figuring out the right thing for this horse. I love watching you work your loving patience and magic with every horse and owner that you help overcome severe problems and stress.❤😊❤

She is definitely a beautiful mare!

Mara is magnificent!

Mara is gorgeous, and so bright! I was wondering if she’d have haltering/bridling problems after such an awful poll injury, but no, her painful, mental selfie pic was taken at the low entry to her trailer, and there it stuck. Steve, this was a great video about the persistence needed to break through a deep fear in horses, without adding more fear to it. Thank you SO much for helping Mara!

God, she is so beautiful.

I hope she gets her faith and trust back.

Heart in my mouth watching this !!!

How amazing to see Steve working his gifted, magic! I didn’t think it would be possible. Congratulations all… I’ve never seen such a beautiful and intelligent horse… 🙏🏼

What a tough time she’s having. So distressed. Blessed that you could help her.

I was thinking about a helmet, too, I didn’t know there was one. 😁

Brilliant! Just brilliant horsemanship. Mara is an exceptionally intelligent horse and she knew who you were, knew what you were there for, she knew you were going to move her feet and she was not going to get away with anything, that's why she reacted to you the way she did. She loves her owner but knew you were her match and more! So well done!

No doubts she is an intelligent, clever mare... Did make me smile her reaction to you, not meant in any bad way just interesting to see how she's got you and what you want figured and is acting out. You're an amazing horseman and it's good to see you being challenged and how you handle it. Great vid and what a beautiful clever mare.

That horse. 😍🤩 Safe travels in America.

Welch eine Schönheit von Pferd. Wie schön, dass es geklappt hat ❤👍😎

Wow! What a great job with your patience, knowledge and courage. Again, Wow. Thanks for sharing this.

Awesome, as always. Methods the best! ❤

What a brilliant segment to watch - well done Steve !

YooHooo. I have been at Yates place Campground for almost 2 weeks waiting for your arrival. It will be a pleasure to be with you in person. You are my hero and calming pill before sleep. What you do for each horse...you do for my soul. God be with you on your flight and drive See you soon.

What a lovely horse. Lovely, Lovely, Lovely.

Wish I could come to North Carolina and see you work in person!😢. I have watched other trainers but they don’t use half of your techniques and I think they don’t have the respect of the horse as a result. I no longer have a horse but so wish I did, because I would be using your technique for sure every day. Training dogs again now😊! Just super work!!!

Good , hard, work Steve. Great filming Tanya. Even with editing down we still got the idea that one has to keep at it and reward little wins. 💖

Brilliant … always good to see when it doesn’t necessarily go right at first … but with perseverance a breakthrough came about, after breakdown! What a smart horse … very cleaver indeed! She’s got a great bond with her owner and obviously very trusting of her! Thanks for sharing! Hope you both have a safe flight to the U.S. and back. As well as it being an enjoyable time for all concerned! Happy trails! 🙏🙌✝️❤️🇨🇦

What a challenge!

What patience you have that took a long time to convince her that it really is ok. It was a traumatic day for both parties.so well done ❤

This was a wonderful video! The horse was so smart - and she was convinced to not be favorable to you or what you wanted. It was really remarkable to see her SLOWLY change her mind. All because you SLOWLY and patiently kept working with her. Wonderful to hear the report from the owner! Another horse delivered from fears. Great job Steve! Bless you on your trip to America!! We are in Pismo Beach, California. ❤

Thank you. I would also get a different trailer. What a beautiful intelligent horse

WOW, two stubborn personalities, glad you won over Steve for both the horse and owner's sake. Very dangerous situation...don't blame Tanya for worrying. Take care on your trip.🥰🇨🇦Sharon.

One wonders what will be the emotional impact on the Royal Household Cavalry Army Horses in London recently. {April 24th 2024} They were seriously hurt and traumatised - there is bound to be an emotional reaction after such a horrible incident.

@louisegogel7973

Ай бұрын

I hope they follow the Queen’s long and great example, to use homeopathy to help the horses regain balance. I’ve seen it do wonders with a well matched remedy.

Beautiful, strong mare.

What an intelligent horse.

Another fantastic video. Safe travels

That was really good Steve. Well done all, and thanks for showing how difficult situations can be turned around with your skilled approach.

Wow, she was a tough one. What a bugger that she hit her head so badly. She was so scared. It was great that you were able to improvise. If you were at home or had more time you would have likely done it a little different but changing strategy on the go, looking to find an answer (a bit like the mare 😅) is a great talent. So glad you didn't get hurt. Great work & result.