Since there are a bunch of snarky comments about my very well trained working dog…Huckleberry is NOT chasing Gus when he is being lunged. He is simply following him. Gus is not bucking because he is afraid of anything he is in mental turmoil from prolonged physical pain. Thanks for coming to my Ted Talk! 😉

@artemisXsidecross

2 ай бұрын

Blame and accusations are signs of misunderstandings taken to the limit of an incomplete assessment. ☮

@judyhathcoat7853

2 ай бұрын

Huckleberry the DESTROYER . . . said nobody ever. . . . 🤭

@user-ky5rk3up9e

2 ай бұрын

I didn’t think he was. He’s been around horses for too long to do that. I’m sure he knows better.

@lizpetruzzi7700

2 ай бұрын

“Stupid is as stupid does….that’s what my mama always used to say” - Forrest Gump

@clare4083

2 ай бұрын

👏WELL SAID CC

I love this. You get a mule because you know your friend will want him, and you buy a horse to keep the mule company on the way home. You're my kind of people.

@matilijapoppy1140

14 күн бұрын

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OMG, Lil'Gus's story is breaking my heart. He is one lucky little horse to have landed in your lap. You are truly a horsewhisperer of the highest order -- your compassion and innovation are boundless. I salute you CC. Thank you for sharing LG's history.

@LisaDixon-ms7li

2 ай бұрын

Yep, lucky Gus!

@k-lo0007

2 ай бұрын

Great job. Great story. You are an amazing trainer👊❤️

@jenh9361

2 ай бұрын

Lady, you're an absolute miracle to all of these misunderstood beauties... Your heart is so big and beautiful 😍 ❤🤩 ❤❤❤ They thank you, and we thank you... 😊

@carolwright7503

17 күн бұрын

Love the words 're start'. The progress is wonderful to see. Those memories are replaced💝🙏👏

It's a small thing, but I like the way you say that you "ask" the horses for something instead of "telling" them.

@jenh9361

2 ай бұрын

Absolutely... Animals need to be allowed to decide how they follow our lead versus being forced to comply!!! This is how I chose to train our spaniel... she's very easygoing and does not disappoint! Animals unconditionally love us and want to please us... Being patient with them while they learn is key to this type of training... CC is spot on with her training... ❤❤❤❤❤

@matilijapoppy1140

14 күн бұрын

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@AsktheJudge-xm3ty

14 күн бұрын

That's not a small thing, that's a big thing!

@georgiaanderson4483

4 күн бұрын

You did a great job on little Gus. It take time for Gus to calm his nerves but with your help he made it. Yahoo ‼️ 😊

Your skill with horses and other animals is further enhanced by your ability to use time and patience as an ally. As a 80 year old with autism I see your abilities as a clear mark of difference from most others in your field. It is a pleasure to witness your work.

@SunnySunshineField

2 ай бұрын

beautifully said ❤

@TheCleverCowgirl

2 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@aleb_equine

2 ай бұрын

most impressive ❤️ keep it up cowgirls

@michelecraig9658

2 ай бұрын

And it always strikes me that I wish people would treat each other with the patience and care of good horse trainers.

@DarrinsDaffs

18 күн бұрын

@artemisXsidecross, Little Gus’s early repetitive movements immediately reminded me of some autistic spectrum behaviors. Additionally, his emotional self-protection, from being relocated multiple times, is similar to the emotional profile of many children in the welfare system😢. In my 67 years, I’ve learned that, above all else, consistency in how one treats others (2, 4 legged and winged) builds confidence, security and trust.❤

Sensitive horses in the hands of impatient/incompetent trainers really struggle to understand what is asked of them and end up labeled dangerous when actually they can be some of the most athletic responsive horses around.

@TheCleverCowgirl

2 ай бұрын

Absolutely!

@pedigreeann

3 күн бұрын

@@TheCleverCowgirl The great Thoroughbred racehorse and stallion Fair Play (1905) had sensitive skin and his grooms in the US understood that. But his owner took him to Britain to in order to run against the best there and somewhere along the way an unfamiliar groom was assigned to him; he used the old-style handful of hay and strong pressure method on Fair Play's coat. From that time on, the stallion didn't trust humans very much. He didn't race in Britain, went back home and stood at stud, with a reputation for being a hard-to-handle, even dangerous horse.

These stories make me sad. How people treat animals. Thank GOD for the good ones

@TheSuzberry

2 ай бұрын

I’m glad Lil Gus found this Cowgirl.

@deannadeason1850

2 ай бұрын

Amen my friend Amen

Gus is such a lucky boy to have such a patient and understanding owner!

Omg, girl, I had to stop the video because at the point where that beautiful creature started to lay his head down all at once I was sobbing big sobs. You are doing more than healing the horses you work with, which is monumental, but you are healing life everywhere with your big heart and bravery. Namaste'

@elsymonroy1988

2 ай бұрын

I agree. CC is raising the vibrational energy of the world for the better!!! GOD BLISSINGS CC!!

Lil Gus sounds like he's a smart boy, who's suffered from people who didn't understand what he needed. So pleased that you got him and gave him the love and treatment he needed. No wonder that you have trouble getting cross with him when he is cheeky and confident. He's made such improvement in your care.

@sanibel3

2 ай бұрын

autospell? 🙃 We know what you meant, it’s ok.

@wfs000

2 ай бұрын

By and large the horses have positive personalities. They tend to not be fearful around CC

@celebkiriedhel

2 ай бұрын

@@sanibel3 Thanks so much ! I have fixed the terrible autospell.

Sounds like poor Gus had no one looking out for him until you came along 😂 Thank you for your kindness, knowledge and interest in fixing all the WRONG that these poor horses have been through. By the way it's because you love them that it's hard to move them along...I wouldn't be able to ❤

Thank you so very much for all the recent posts. May your grass grow tall & sweet but never hide gophers or badgers ! ❤️

@pretzel2272

2 ай бұрын

Beautifully said 😊❤

@squirrelknits

2 ай бұрын

@mousiebrown1747 - that is a lovely blessing ❤and CC and her herd certainly deserve it -- her horse's stories remind me of when I was young and reading Black Beauty made me cry buckets... Nowadays, the only thing @TheCleverCowgirl does which makes me 😢 is premiere videos without warning 🤣 I kept checking the channel to see if there were any upcoming premieres -- is that notification a member feature?

@SunnySunshineField

2 ай бұрын

Love this! ❤

@candaceb.7268

2 ай бұрын

@@pretzel2272😅

@matilijapoppy1140

14 күн бұрын

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He presented like a child with Attachment disorder and lots of trauma responses. Five homes and lots of abuse would certainly do that!! He is so lucky you found him and giving him all the care and strategies to recover. Your work with these traumatised horses is wonderful.❤

@TheCleverCowgirl

2 ай бұрын

Yup, he is not the first horse I’ve seen like this either 😔

@tiasims7737

2 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing about a trauma response. playing with the hay net struck me as being OCD. I have my bouts with it too.

I'm not a crier, but... Both Little Gus's story and your part in it brought tears to my eyes. I'm so glad that Little Gus is safe now.

@jillp3761

2 ай бұрын

The idea of what COULD have happened to Little Gus if he had gone through another auction dismayed me. So glad you had. 'Eyes to See' and saved him.

@lizzieb6311

17 күн бұрын

@@jillp3761 yes…. Certainly he would have gone “there” 🥺 What an incredible transformation.

I’m a new subscriber from Australia, I’m 64 & I’ve been around horses my entire (I’ve ridden since I was 2 years old) life & I am clinical psychologist & I have specialised in positive behaviour support with people with developmental disabilities. I really love your approach with your horses, it is very much my philosophy; we compete in English horse shows & dressage. Your approach appears to be based upon identifying each horse’s environmental contributors of behaviour (pain, fear,routines, illness etc). One of our horses twirls whatever he can, that behaviour has almost disappeared since we treated his ulcers, although he still twirls occasionally-twirling appears to me to be a form of “stimming” (self stimulation) to self soothe his anxiety. Love to you from Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺

Gus just showed the world that every animal needs understanding and patience to shine Bright. He met you at the right time. 😊🐕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾😊🐾😊🐾😊😊💕🐾💕😊💕🐾💕😊

Lil Gus is a lovely previously misunderstood pumpkin. I'm glad you have him now.

Oh wow!!!! It fills me with joy that you give unhappy horses a chance to shine. How many others don’t get that chance😘

@jules8299

2 ай бұрын

I love the mental and physical glow ups on her horses. It's always cones down to impatient individuals who are in too big of a hurry to "finish" their horses. So many are discarded through no fault of their own. CC is a good role model.

Lil Gus’s story is heartbreaking - sensitive young horses like him need a compassionate trainer who can pick up on the subtle cues that are the key to understanding the horse’s behavior. Your horses are lucky because you aren’t trying to turn a quick profit on selling them.

Poor Little Gus, the repetitive compulsory behaviour is so heartbreaking 😢 It is wonderful to see him now, being his healthy, mischievous and happy self 😍. I also adore that you learned how to treat him, you are amazing! 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆❤❤❤❤❤

It's so interesting how the storm allowed Gus to finally see you and your good intentions.

Yay…lil Gussy. This will be interesting. All your horses have such rich personalities. I love how you encourage them to live their best lives ❤

Thank you Clever Cowgirl for the story of little Gus and your compassion and enduring patience with these abused horses. I'm sending little Gus lots of healing love vibes! May all your✨ dreams and wishes✨ be fulfilled a million fold❤️😊❤️✨

The work you do on your farm in Montana influences the work I do on my farm in Washington. I love that you use KZread to help horses all over the world, through the example of your knowledge, your kindness, your understanding and your compassion for all equines. Thanks, Clever Cowgirl, you are my hero again today.

@TheCleverCowgirl

2 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

I was amazed to watch this video! A week ago, a storm worked to radically change my rescue horse as well! I've had him 4 months. In 30 minutes, both of us side by side in the stable doorway, (he was free to leave) sheltering from a very big thunder & lightning storm & torrential hail & rain, he went from being a totally tense, over reactive 3 yr old to a trusting & much calmer person. He had been in several homes before, was starved, & like yours, had deeply fearful experiences of pain-associated training of several very different kinds & a savage bit. He has scar tissue from bits & saddles. He was constantly on the edge of flight or fight, jumped fences, broke through switched off e-tape, was aggressive with my ponies. He would follow me loose & lead, but was unsafe to be near outside the small yard if I asked for a few steps of circling. I think, in the stable he finally realised I had no intention of causing him harm, & that he could disassociate me from 'training' situations. I was content to lean on the doorway, giving slow blinks & soft breaths, offering calm companionship while he munched with a relaxed low neck. I think he finally felt safe. I've been searching for ages for a video about a horse with my boy's behaviour, & it's astonishing that you have had the same experience with a storm. Many thanks for sharing it, & for all the patience you have helping equines.

Gus is a good horse. It just took a clever cowgirl to figure him out. Also, that was a beautiful shot with the rainbow.

Thank God you found him, poor Gus. Your patience is beautiful to watch ❤

I’m seriously amazed at how well you figure out these horses so they are comfortable and happy. There needs to be tougher laws on people who abuse these beautiful horses !!! So thank you so much for the Equestrian you are !! ❤️🐴

Lil Gus the aspiring rodeo star (and previously damaged goods) is now a criminal. He and ringleader Stewie are the Breakout Boys! That conversation, the two of them had outside the fence is absolutely hilarious. 😂 That lil mule is a doll.

I call this boy a traumatised horse. You are wonderful. Thank you so much for your kindness and patience.

Oh, poor Gus! But it sounds as if before the storm he experienced PTSD, but during the storm he "snapped out" of it and was able to behave calmly after! Horses are such wonderful beings!

What an absolutely beautiful story. A story of Hope and simply not giving up on an animal. It brings me to tears. God bless you and what you’re doing.

Little Gus Is A WILD ONE!! His Transformation Was Nothing But A MIRACLE!! The Way That You Take These Auction Horse's And Make Them Your Own Is VERY CLEVER!! Good Job!!😊❤

All any animal needs is love and patience. You came and brought him a new lease in life. Bless you x

You are truly blessed with a gift for understanding a horses behavior!! I’m 75 and still miss so much the adventures I had with my thoroughbred horse, Royal. He was always so kind and gentle. I really admire your dedication to these horses.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💖

One more comment, I love your audience!! Everyone's comment is so beautifully expressed and tender. There are so many many beautiful caring people in the world and it is a pleasure to have found you Clever Cowgirl. And as one commenter stated, "you have a hard time letting them go because you love them. " So true. Namaste'

@artemisXsidecross

2 ай бұрын

I enjoy reading the comments as well. Horses and caring people do make for good conversation.

He’s a Very Good-Looking horse.

I love your channel thank you Cowgirl. x

@TheCleverCowgirl

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Aside from your kindness, deep understanding, and knowledge of horses, you have something so many people don't, and that's patience. Too many people are quick to dump an animal if it doesn't instantly become exactly what they want. This horse probably had no reason to trust humans, and you taught him he could. Little Gus certainly came to the right place! P.S. The mule is super cute!

I like horses but know NOTHING about them. I have really enjoyed witnessing this lady's knowledge, expertise and WISDOM. Amazed at how she brings it all to life with narration.

I look forward to these videos about each horse. Like people, they have their own unique personalities, quieks, and traumas. It takes a special person to bring healing and wholeness to them. Thank you for sharing and teaching your audience. I really appreciate you and what you do.

Lil Gus's story/video made me cry. You took a painfully tortured creature and brought them to a place of peace and health. Thank you for giving these beautiful horses a 2nd and really their only chance. ❤

@megrogan1

15 күн бұрын

Gorgeous photo with the rainbow!

@megrogan1

15 күн бұрын

CC. Beautiful. Just beautiful. Love your work here. ❤❤❤

thank you for sharing Gus' story, for being so understanding and caring towards him, and not giving up on him. you're amazing x

Lil Gus is lucky that you found him. Thanks for sharing his story.

You gave Little Gus a chance to be sure of himself and wow - what a difference. I know nothing about horse training - but it's easy to see that your careful, caring and thoughtful approach made all the difference for Little Gus.

I just love this story of little GUS. Thank you for taking the time to dig into his issues and to understand. So many of these horses are passed from home to home and never given this type of opportunity. You are a treasure to the horse world Clever Cowgirl. 💕

@10317

2 ай бұрын

I totally agree. It’s sad to think about what that poor horse went through over its short life. CC had to uncover a lot of un knowns just to get Gus to stop bucking. And I admire her more and more as I listen to her horse training stories. She has to clean up a lot of messes from people who think they are horse trainers but are not.

Little Gus doing well ❤🇨🇦 Yayy!

Wow. Poor horse. So glad you have patience and perseverance. He looks like a different horse now. Amazing. ❤

@artemisXsidecross

2 ай бұрын

I would describe the horse as strong willed and not broken by a series of rigid people's idea of dominance as control.

@4hoofs4ever007

2 ай бұрын

@@artemisXsidecross He acts like he was a bucking horse in the rodeo. That could explain why he was always so wild with a saddle on. He was just doing what he was taught to do: buck.

So glad Lil' Gus found his way into your life. You are just amazing with these horses.

No wonder these poor animals are stressed, who do they trust?. Children who get passed around are no different. Who do they trust?😢😢😢😢😢

@lindagatti7796

25 күн бұрын

I'm not talking about your animals, you are great. I'm just talking about those who dump their horses at auctions or dump their dogs when they start to need help. It's people like you and many more like you that give these lovely animals a chance. I once rescued a 6 month old filly with one eye. She was a sick girl, but Gypsy turned out to be a lovely gentle girl after a lot of work.

I really enjoy your storytelling. Thank you.

I love Little Gus's story. C C. You are amazing. All your animals are so ucky. I learn so much from you.

Little Gus is such a beautiful horse with such a funny, mischievous character. He's so fortunate he came to you. Your excellent, patient care is giving him back a future. 😊😊😊

You are a very remarkable horsewoman. I admire your ability to help horses through their issues when it comes to humans.

So nice to get Little Gus' background. And so cute to see again the fence shenanigan's. Twas so funny when you gave them text bubbles. Seeing them again at that fence being naughty brought the giggles back. Thank you for being so patient with him and finding out what the underlying issues were and then giving him proper training to get him past his past trauma so he can enjoy working with you. Quite glad the tying in the barn gave him some quite time to reflect and realize 1) he's not in pain because the saddle was back and 2) this isn't the same at all. so he could calm down and work his way past the past trauma and use his smarts again. Yay.

Thank you for giving these horses a chance. For caring enough to find out their story. And being experienced enough to know that some horses have been treated so horribly & that sometimes what they need is Time. ❤❤❤

Lil Gus and Stewie, what a pair they make. Thank you for sharing this story. So many would have given up.

Watching Little Gus with the haynet brought me to tears…that obsessive behavior that he just couldn’t stop was just awful. It seems as he was taking out his pain and anger on an inanimate object rather than directing his aggression towards you. Thanks God for your intuition and perseverance…you saved his life.

Thank you for your patience and commitment. ❤

Gus and his mates are lucky to have such a thoughtful and caring environment.

Wow what a story. God treats us like you are able to treat these horses. He never gives up on us either. Love, love, love you.

Little Gus. Is stunning. I love his size and build. Thank You for giving him time and understanding. He looks athletic as well. ❤

@TheCleverCowgirl

2 ай бұрын

Fun sized!

You are the bestest for this horse and thank you for caring for them. So proud of you!

Gus hit the love jackpot with you. So glad for him and for you. Sometimes the problem horses are the ones that really dig into our hearts.

I just love what you do. Take your time you care about the animals. You treat them with respect. Your family should be so proud of you

Treats for everyone!! Love them all and thanks for what you do!! ❤

@TheCleverCowgirl

2 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

Wow! I love watching how your kindness and wisdom Has helped this precious baby! I am SO Impressed!

Love how you cared for and still care fir Gus. He's beautiful. And you are patient. Reminds me of some kids i work with

I commend you for not giving up but sticking with him. I wish more people would do that.

Another great video showing the time and effort that goes in to changing a troubled horse to a more calm/ peaceful one. Very interesting seeing a horse behaviour/ emotions change. Wish the videos were longer, they go to quick when you enjoy them so much. Look forward to the next one.

@leanneadams2549

2 ай бұрын

I couldn’t agree more !!

I think that story is all too common. Thank you for your patience with him. That is what he needed. You are amazing!

that haynet twirling is wild! So glad he is better now

Thank you for being his voice when now one else would listen to him. 😢❤

Oh my. Little Gus's story brought tears to my eyes. How sad and miserable he must of felt and no one understood why. Then to see how happy and the trickster he is now, is amazing. You truly have a special touch and a warm heart to work so hard for your horses.

Little Gus. What a sad story and what a wonderful job you have done with him. He must have been mistreated and he is such a sensitive soul. Thank you for sharing your journey with him. ❤

I love the fact that you didn’t give up on little Gus and continued to let him know that you truly care about his well being. All creatures can pickup when someone is a loving being vs a hateful one. The old saying, “ love conquers all things “ was proven by you with him.

You and Little Gus got me tearing up.

I am never disappointed with your point of view and perspective. I love how you've really taken this guy into your hands with such love and patience. This horse was betrayed at every turn.

You have made Life so much better for Little Gus and in His Heart there is now a reason For Hope.....

Gorgeous horse.

You worry about them being mistreated again. You are a good mom.

Yes, I had just watched the video of Lil' Gus' antics, and many comments had asked you to follow through with all the hints you were dropping about his interesting backstory. CC, you are a wonderworking, ultra-patient, determined trainer! I praise God for your work ~ He is the giver of all good things! Thanks for sharing the journey here!

I loved the part after the storm where I saw him relax with the lick and chew!! That shows how much he had calmed down with you!!

Little Gus is a very handsome boy!

You’re such a brave and patient woman. Your horses are so fortunate to have you as their owner and mentor! Keep up “the good work” Clever Cowgirl…☺

You live in a beautiful part of the world, thank you for sharing with us!

You’re an angel! The humanity you express is so inspiring…sometimes I’m in tears hearing these stories, and watching the love and kindness you have to share with these cast off horses. 🤠❤️🤠❤️

The journey with little Gus is AMAZING. your patience and persistence paid off and was mutually beneficial. You found the key to his training and have transitioned him into a loving and trusted friend.

He is just beautiful... and what a fortunate boy he is, now. You do wonderful work!

Oh wow I cannot believe people criticised you letting huckleberry follow the horse. I don’t have any experience with horses and I could tell the dog was NOT bothering the horse. You nailed the problem and have an excellent eye about what is going on with these horses. Please don’t let negativity change anything you do. You got this lady! I really have learned alot just watching you work these beautiful “cow ponies” 😅 I started watching because my niece lives in montana close to glacier national park and now I’m hooked. 😊 your pics are poster perfect. You could sell them I would buy one. Take care. Be safe and can’t wait till the next video.

I’m so glad he wound up in your care!

I am so happy Little Gus found you! I know he will heal under your care. 🙏❤️ It's so heartbreaking when people give up on an animal. Rarely do you ever have to - if ever. I love watching your videos and listening to you describe everything. I am learning a lot.

Loved the video! Little Gus is so cute and the pack mule is as well ❤

You are just the best owner a horse could ever have x

Way to go girl, you have invested a lot of time to figure out what makes little Gus tick.

You are his savior. So wonderful to your story and love you have for these animals. ❤

Some people need to snark just to make themselves feel better. I doubt they've ever been exposed to your level of horsemanship. You are on par with Buck Brannaman, the original horse whisperer. You are every horse's best friend. A lot of these fancy trainers could learn a lot from you like Parelli and Anderson, etc. I don't have the words to express how impressed I am and jealous too! LOL

@TheCleverCowgirl

2 ай бұрын

Thank you !

Thank you for sharing his story ❤ Your patience and excellent horse sense really paid off for Little Gus!

I am glad you treated his ulcers first. It takes time for those ulcers, especially the hindgut, to heal. No one wants a belly full of bees. PTSD is real and animals don't often get that taken into consideration when humans are working with them.

@artemisXsidecross

2 ай бұрын

Being conscious in the 21st century is to include a level of Post Traumatic Stress. I used the name absent ‘Disorder’ as some feel to be conscious is to acknowledge PTS as a part of awareness and not necessarily as a disorder.

@TheCleverCowgirl

2 ай бұрын

They sure do! His took probably a solid year!

Another great video. I love how smart you are about how you start each horse and teach them as an individual, based on their needs. Definitely not cookie cutter training! Thanks for all you do for these guys!