Horse Shelter Heroes | S2E14 | Full Episode
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- Опубліковано 16 чер 2021
- The Big Lick is only possible through the abuse of horses, and some of our staff protested in a neighboring town. Those who are willing to abuse animals have no problem abusing humans, and you can watch along as our staff experience yelling, cursing, threats, obscene gestures, and more as they protested this institutionalized cruelty.
That's not all that happened, Doc was at the shelter, horses found their forever homes, our team heads out to award the $10,000 Full Circle of Life grant and 6 months of Mentoring for Horse Rescue Heroes Seasons 2 (released January 2022) and a lot more. Don't miss a minute of this episode of Horse Shelter Heroes!
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Only humans could dream up such ridiculous and cruel things to do to amazinglybeautiful animals!!
We made the beauty, and then destroyed it.
Absolutely disgusting and I cannot believe this is legal!! Just as bad a dog fighting
I had a cousin who owned a purebred Tennessee Walker, never showed him! I rode him a few times...their NATURAL gait is so smooth, you just float, and it's beautiful to watch too !! The TW register should also be refusing to register a "big lick" horse, and kick the people out of membership that do that to a horse!! If someone doesn't do something, they are going to ruin the natural gait, and proof no TW left!!!
The Big Lick is one of the most disturbing things that I have seen.
How could anyone be so cruel.
I hope this barbaric practice needs to stop now.
The most dangerous and evil animals are humans!!!
put the chains on the people who treat the horses that way!
And neuter them, too, lol.
@@ridgehilljillie9429 i help you, on the old fasion way that neuter thing
Don't forget the acid on their ankles!!! And make them wear it 24/ 7!!!! These horses are one of God's creations and He will make them pay for their cruelty!!
throw a scooter at their ankle for the rest of their life.
I agree with you horses don't deserve that
Thx u for exposing any abuse. Big lick is abuse! THE AUDIENCE AT BIG LICK IS DISGUSTING !!!! The audience is a huge part of the problem! And WHO SPONSORS THE PRIZE MONEY !!! #BOYCOTT the sponsors !!! Put out the sponsor list !!! 🐎❤
I would also like to know the sponsors so I can boycott them.
Yes, name the sponsors, publically shame them. Bad publicity can go a long way toward changing a person's perspective.
Also the judges!!
unfortunately that sponsor list does get very political, governors of TN and even people so far up as the supreme court and further have their hands and money in the sport of big lick trying to keep it going
@@amybriggs7495 very unfortunate.. but if its supported politically it might be easier for a community / state of AMERICANS to propose a bill or law to end it ,.. WHY would politics be involved? And WHERE IS PETA .. ??? I dont trust peta , i think they r funded to push agendas or create eco distractions as needed by politics .. so if PETA isnt involved in protecting these HORSES gotta wonder why...
I'm from the UK, and to watch those horses walk like that looks so horrendous. Who decided that looks good? I just don't understand 😕 Anyone who abuses animals in this way should be ashamed.
"Who decided that looks good?" I know, right? It's awkward, ugly and totally impractical. The original purpose of gaiting was to go some place... these horses would probably fall on their face outside of an arena.
I’m from the UK too and I’m so glad that isn’t a thing here! We seem to have far better and harsher laws for animal abuse thank god!
@@victoriareffin2429 We don't have it in Canada either.
@@sun1one1 I don’t know how easy it is to cross the border especially with livestock, but would people possibly travel outside Canada to the US and attend one of these shows?
I’m pretty sure this started in the 70s. They actually put heavy objects inside of the stacks to make the horses lift higher. They also break the tendons in their tails and then tie their tails into knots so that their tails stand out like that. Whoever invented this must’ve been on some serious cocktail of drugs. They put bungee cords on a little two-year-old falls legs and then proceeded to ride them. There are some good videos by Diana or Dianne, not sure exactly. But she is very informative and is also doing her best to try and stop this.
I thought the "big lick" had been banned, I cannot believe those those people still insist on barbaric torture for their ridiculous shows. The abuse, pain & horrific injuries they inflict on the poor horses is nothing short of evil, it's extreme animal cruelty and anyone that believes it's okay should never be allowed near a horse 💔 Thank you for all you do for the Equines!!
I think I heard Horse Plus comment before that the chemicals they use(d) to make the horse's feet sore to step higher (soring) are banned but they find horse's with chemical BURNS at the auctions. So sick, so sad!
You can’t sore no more now they wear a light chain & light shods they have huge inspections can’t have a scratch burn or missing hair on the horses anywhere or your banned if you get caught using chemicals they ban you & fine you & face possible jail time for animal neglect billy go boy used to own big walkers but he got caught abusing them & he got banned so now he’s against walking horses due to what happened plus he owes lots of money to trainers!
@@symplicitythearabianmare242 The rules say you aren't supposed to sore, but unfortunately the equestrian industry is extremely unregulated. They say they do inspections. That's a lie. People pay off vets at the inspections or get away with it because they personally know the vet. It's still happening and there is no making it seem like it's getting better because it's not. They're just saying whatever they need to say or doing whatever they need to do to make the activists shut up about it. Especially in places like Tennessee, as she has mentioned, there are almost no animal facilities in Tennessee, meaning that people can get away with so much more. Hence why horses are still getting sold off for slaughter there by the dozens.
@@honeybiscuit1457 you sure last show I went to 4 people were arrested for bribery nice try though all horses are inspected the same way rules are super strict & all horses end up in slaughter not just walkers but most are used for breeding theses walkers show for about 5 to 8 years then they breed em unless you get some rich folks who care about winning which is all horse shows from dressage to jumpers if they don’t win like they want yes they go to slaughter oh well it’s not against the law🤷🏻♀️
the soring is band yes but they still do put the stacks on which they have to make their hooves grow out wayy to far to use they cut ligaments in their tails so they do that even tho the ppl that do the big lick think it is "okay" how? look at the horses back and oh stacks are not heavy well you trot around or do a show with them or do the same stuff you do to your horse to your self!
It was so good to see the draft horse with the swollen leg, I've been worried about her 💕 she's put a nice amount of weight on
They actually ended up putting her down it's in the fb page.
Sadly the draft Hero was given the last act of kindness before the show aired. It was posted on Facebook a while back. Very sad I know we were all hoping and praying for her. 💔
Yes, the leg was sadly found not to be inflamed, but it was pure scar tissue and would never be healthy. We tried our best, but sadly not all endings are happy ones. 😥😪
@@hphs at least her ending wasn't in pain and she had love as her last memory.
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Thank you for taking on such a devastating reality and exposing how horrible these horses are being treated. It’s so sad to see how disconnected people with animals and they are capable of abusing such an amazing creatures.
I had never heard of big lick so when I heard you mentioning it months ago I went looking for any youtube videos about it. It is disgusting what they do to these poor horses. Thank you for protesting these events. I'm really disgusted in the law enforcement. They are there to protect these abusers. I can't believe they approve of animal abuse. Nasty!
Billy Go Boy is a UA-cam channel of the older gentleman showing about big lick and it’s cruelty. Hope this helps you find the information you are looking for. #boycottbiglick #animalcruelty #biglickbiglies
I just did the same. I have seen horses shown like this and never knew it was abuse or what it was called, just that i was told they were “gently trained” to lift their feet. I know better now (i learned the truth about the training but not what it was called years ago… now i know it’s the “big lick”😡
The police are only doing their job. Following orders. Just because they have to be there doesn't mean they approve of what goes on. Many of them are probably just as sickened as we are about the whole thing.
God bless you all for all you do for saving & speaking for these magnificent animals. Justin, always keep your compassion.
I noticed the crouching position of the rear of the horses when they start running them around the ring. It reminds me of the German Shepherds who were bred with defects in their hips to get the low look in their rears. The Shepherds wind up needing hip replacements at age eight or so. What happens to the hip joints of the Big Lick horses?
Perhaps the owners and trainers need a few rounds in the ring with the "stacks and chains" .... and forced to try to prance with their tails aimed at the ground. How much can a horse take in this condition? It is heart breaking and most probably a good thing I was not with you when the tub of lard started yelling and showing his IQ fingers to the camera. I would have to say what my tongue could not keep quiet .... and then ask for bail money ..!
agreed!
One of the mares in the last rescue was apparently a Big Lick horse. Her hip was either broken or out. I believe they had to euthanize her. That crouch is horrible, both in the Big Lick and German Shepherds. You notice the riders are all crouching forward in the saddle. If they sat properly, centered, they would fall off the back of the horse. The time I saw a horse nearly fall over backward trying to turn to leave the ring, I quit going to those shows.
That gate is why the rescue hips and pelvic area so horrible. All the weight is carried in the back.
It needs to stop. Elected officials need to make it banned. Lot of money in this cruel practice.
If a person can be that mean and nasty to a child, imagine what he does to animals
The remarkable thing is, a walkers true gait glides effortlessly leaving you the rider still with no bouncing. It's a connection I've never felt riding any other breed. That would be show worthy, what's happening is barbaric for such a sensitive, giving breed.
#StopBigLick! Poor horses shouldn’t be put through so much pain just to look “fancy”.
And the clipping of the tail🤬. They deny it of course. Oh lookie at the big fat man bullying a fine young man & a Lady. You're a punk! If you're so proud of what you do, why the hiding? (Talking bout the guy @the event).
Justin, you do your Momma proud!!!!✌❤ TY for all you do!
And it's not even fancy or nice looking,it's awful on so many levels 😣😞
Not only the stacks and chains the is an procedure done on their tails. They then have to have an artificial tails set to hold their tails up. These horses can even swish their tails to get flies off of them.
@@dianerhymes1875 and the fact they sore them using diesel gasoline.
@@The-ii5mj I believe Tawny's & Jason's son's name is Justin
OMG I’ve never heard of this before until I started watching your channel and I’ve never seen it until now. I am horrified how anybody can look at that and think that it’s OK it’s foggin insane. It makes me cringe every time they left their hoove. Thank you for going out and protesting this and taking a stand against it. Boy there are so many areas of our lives as humans that we just mess up on. Bless you all.
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The Big Lick is an appalling abuse of these gorgeous horses. There is nothing fancy about this gait, they look grotesque The owners/trainers/sponsors and the audience should be ashamed of themselves. Well done for rescuing the horses and animals you do and highlighting these barbaric practices.
Thank you for being the voice of any animal that needs one! You do amazing work.
Justin .... study law. Tear the abusers up legally and the world of horse and animal lovers will follow you everywhere. They need an army of advocates and you would be a great leader. I love your hair!
Animals especially "livestock" have very little protection from the law in the first place, because that would make them less profitable, and the profiteers fight changes to animal welfare laws vehemently.
Dear Justin,we Need a Law Fighter for the horses all time and everywere,think You're Douing the right,best whises and all Lucke of the world Your's Daniela....
He looks just like you
I didn’t realize what the walker horses went through
You have opened my eyes and changed my mind
Thank you
Thank you for doing this, the big lick needs to end. Human's are the cruelest species. Wonderful to meet Justin! Wonderful to see young people who care & are willing to help these poor animals. Don't let mean and stupid people get to you, you are great!
Hello there, I am in Great Britain England and this is the first time seeing the Big Lick. All I can say is, What are they doing, the horse and rider both look ridiculous. It looks really bad for horses. I am ashamed seeing this in the USA. I have been watching your site/downloads for some time now. I listened to the words Big Lick said but never understood it’s meaning ?. So sad America . My thanks to you all for protesting on behalf of the horses. God bless your team of volunteers . Take care and be safe from Sara (my wife) and me , John.
He looks just like his dad. Sweet young man I know it's so hard to be so young and see the cruelty that humans do it's awesome that at his age he has the compassion for animals. A lot of kids don't. Video games and themselves lol Usually what you get with younger generation. Bless his sweet heart that he goes to the auctions and protests to stand up for innocent animals.
I think a lot of people are in love with your vet ... He reminds me of a vet I had in CO...
Doc is amazing 🤩
It's amazing the amount of police there at the big lick show. I bet I could go to any other type of local horse show and not see half so many police. Also, most other shows (to my knowledge) don't have a problem with people taking pictures or video. Obviously they know they have something to hide otherwise why all the fuss? Terrible practice that just ruins good horses.
There’s not a lot of police sometimes there aren’t any unless it’s the celebration there aren’t cops
The only cops I have seen are for crowd control at really big national shows.
the big lick makes me sick !!!!! >:( thank you for protesting and rescuing the broken horses that result from this barbaric torture ! I can't believe the police were just standing by and letting horse cruelty happen :'(
I'm from Louisville, Kentucky. My mom, sister and I used to go to the horse shows. We truly didn't know how they got those gaits. It was exposed a few years later. I'm grateful to those who bring animal abuse into the light and increase awareness.
It's lovely to see those precious babies adopted to great families thank you very much for your service 💞
#StopBigLick! I can not believe people would do this to those poor horses!
I'm so happy for that belgian, she is gaining weight and looking good. Her leg is healing well it looks like. She is such a miracle and not only is she a great testimony for what you all do it really shows the power of a little tender loving care. I can't wait to see more of her and I look forward to every episode.
I'm sorry to tell you but someone else commented. The Belgian was euthanized.
@@susanbender2953 That breaks my heart but at least she knew love and a full belly before she went. I know Jesus has her up with Him and she is having a great time.
What a wonderful world it would be if everyone was as loving and caring as you guys
How do they get away with big lick if they were doing that to dogs it would be illegal it's just not right stop big lick now!!! Love having Justin join the show 👍 oh and I'm so happy you got a new scale 😄
Horses are considered agricultural animals, not sensitive pets. Those horses save lives fighting special needs and veterans PTSD, how can we keep seeing them as throw aways?
Change definition first and then stop the abuse.
They work for us, let's work for them.
I'm very proud of what you guys do for all the horses and your crew
You guys have educated me to the Big Lick which I'd never heard of, I've been around horses all of my life here in England and I'm absolutely horrified that this abuse and cruelty is allowed. The sight of these horses with stacks on their feet is sickening, their gait is totally unatural making their back ends low to the ground, it is obvious to see how quickly these horses bodies would break down. I'm horrified to be honest, there is no way this disgusting treatment of horses would be allowed here thank goodness.
I also heard they start horses as early as 2 years old. they even compete at that age or 3.
Check out go Billy on utube he does vids all the time about this. Be prepared to get abused by the supporters of big link. I have and I don't care. It is b illy talking to tawnee and Jason's son
@@LiMaking They are started as a yearling. Sometimes even at about as young as 20 months old. They usually compete at 2.
@@staceyevans2315 wow that is really horrible, it's like riding a toddler.
@@LiMaking Unfortunately yes. It will cause catastrophic back problems from that amount of pressure.
It makes me so sad. I rescued my TWH from that situation, she’s now living a happy life in a pasture. The last owners clearly abused her, she was terrified of a lot of things and they refused to tell us any info and the owner was super sus, she was registered but going to her and her foals registration was deleted. The original owner was really mean and yelled at us too.
I was raised around horses but never heard of Big Lick until your Channel. That whole thing is an abomination and those people that insist on this torture for their beautiful horses should be locked up. They should actually have to do prison time for what they're doing to these horses! Big Lick is not sport, it's a narcissist and sadist dream life! This is SO far BEYOND SICK it boggles my mind. Why in the hell is this not illegal? Where are the animal rights activists to push for laws to protect? I am SO heart sick for these beautiful horses it's almost impossible to bare! Thank you all for what you do, you are angels and advocates for ALL of these horses, neglected and tortured.❤❤❤
Thanks for doing the protest! This must be forbidden. It’s animal cruelty!
As an Australian, where we don't have this barbaric practice (but I'm not suggesting we don't have animal cruelty), I want to thank you for bringing this to my attention. I've already shared the horrors of the Big Lick lie with people, who are equally as devastated by this cruelty. As one of my friends said, 'Aren't horse owners meant to love their horses?' I said, 'These people don't love their horses. They only use them for their own personal gain and success. I also let her know that these horses generally spend 24 hours a day in their stalls without access to fresh air, grass underneath their feet and the freedom to move naturally.
great that your protesting!!!! the big lick should stop as soon as possible
How can people be so cruel......I just cried watching
Hi again!
A wonderful episode of the versatility of your organization. Proud of you for your courage and your voices speaking out against a terrible form of abuse that is out in plain sight and supported. Continue to be that squeaky wheel that will eventually be heard...
Thank you as always for all you do and the TLC you show the horses you save!!
This was interesting as i have not seen what the big lick is, nor how it looked. I don't see beauty in this gait , it looks unnatural even to this breed. May your work be fruitful.
Any pictures I ever saw of TWH doing the big lick are always taken at one spot in the movement. When the one foreleg is at it's highest. The first time I saw video of a horse doing the big lick I was sickened! There is nothing beautiful about it and I don't understand how that kind of thing get rewarded! TWH are lovely animals with a wonderful, Natural running walk that is supposed to be so smooth (I've never rode one so can't speak from experience). But they look much better when allowed to go naturally and flat shod.
@@leslie2149 I used to own a walker. They are the most comfortable ride. Truly like sitting in a rocking chair. On trail rides, the quarter horse riders were ready to get off after a few hours of trotting without constantly posting. My gelding and I were ready to go for a few more hours. There are TWH show classes that are not Big Lick. They even have western saddle classes.
@@lynnbetts4332 Tennessee Walkers have a " Natural gait".. Big Lick is exaggerated, not normal, and weighted shoes/ shin wraps, even in some cases blistering are all used give the " beautiful gait"
@@jeanfish7 Yes. I used to volunteer at a well known horse show here in the Houston area as a member of an AQHA club. I thought they had stopped those classes. I quit volunteering when I saw a horse nearly fall over backward turning to leave the arena. I couldn't stand to see them with such abnormal gait. I also do not approve of the AQHA still 'approving' of the abnormally slow trots and lopes, and 'peanut pushing' head set. Officially, that was stopped, but I still see it being rewarded in the arena.
I'm a Peruvian Paso fan, both because the gait is natural and because shoes of any kind are forbidden at shows. Big Lick is the gooniest walk I've ever seen. I have no idea what the appeal is. I've seen video of Elvis on Bear and that horse had a beautiful way of moving. I just don't get it: if horses have natural movement, why not let it be natural? It makes no sense to me, and to have such an ugly walk that took abuse to get there is insane.
Thank you for standing up for these poor horses. I can't believe this is still happening!!!
Oh my God I never knew of this licking please keep me informed this is terrible thank you for making me wiser 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Omg hi I just donated 40 dollars to you organization I am so happy I could help
Thank you for your love of these beautiful animals! I wish people would be held more accountable for the abuse . It breaks my heart to see animals that are abused.
The gentleman in the red cap is Clant Seay, founder of the "Citizen's Campaign Against Big Lick Animal Cruelty". He helped Horse Plus rescue a TWH named Gen's Ice Glimmer and has been going around on as many public venues as possible to talk about how the Big Lick is horse abuse and violates the Horse Protection act of 1970. You can see all of his advocacy work on his channel, "Billy Go Boy".
Ice glimmer looks great now. I found billy go boy’s channel
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for bringing up the Tennessee Walker Big Lick abuse issue. I have a 20 yr. old TWH gelding and he is the kindest, most honest horse I have know. I THANK GOD every day that he was not a Lick show horse! God bless you all and let's all do what we can to STOP this horrendous abuse to this wonderful breed!
21:39 I have seen it happen. When I was a small child we went to a horse show and a TWH threw its stack --- with the hoof attached --- and was euthanized by gun shot in front of spectators. That is a visual you will see for the rest of your life. 😢
That's horrendous!
@@hphs When I see a slob like Mr. FoulMouth supporting that garbage and the rider of the injured horse waving his ribbons around like he won a spelling prize it makes me so sick. You and your work encourage me to understand and remember that there are a LOT of people out there who have hearts and know the right thing to do. Thank you.
That's really sad, that's one of the facts I didn't know about horse stacks....
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It is sad that I know that story. Disgusting and sad.
Watching the whole episode, Tawnee has explained the Big Lick very well. Watching this is so horrific. How can law enforcement "enforce" such torture and animal cruelty 😭.
Thank you so much for explaining so well the horrible conditions these horses are put under during the big lick. I am sure there are many like myself who love horses but aren't well aware of the torture so I believe the more people understand the more support you will have. A long time ago I saw these horses with their high step and i misunderstood I thought that this was well love well trained horses now that I learned the truth I am horrified and I believe I am not the only one that misunderstood so I applaud you for getting the word out. I believe if you are willing to hurt an animal this spreads on down to abusing people this should be criminal !! Again THANK YOU for all you do ❤❤❤
Go Go Justin- He is a massive credit to you. the world needs more youngsters like him.
This big lick is horrendous!! I'm British living in Ireland I've been with horse's all my life and my chosen career was with horse's. I can't understand why these isn't any vetinary personal in attendance at these shows as would be in the UK. Watching these horses move you can see the twist in their hocks and the strain on the backs must be awful, why are they ridden by there big hefty guys in big Mack's? They look like something from the Mafia!! Mind you this wouldn't be allowed in the UK, animal welfare would be down on you like a ton of bricks
Big, fat, ugly old men riding these poor horses. Add cruel to that list!
It’s great to meet you Justin!! Welcome to the front of the camera! Thank you for everything you guys do!!! 💛🧡
Big lick is disgusting! I can’t believe it is legal. It is plain abuse. Show the horses barefoot and they look stunning. They don’t need to go through torture. You are just taking something beautiful and turning it into something completely wrong. It needs to be stopped so props to you guys for standing up and speaking up for these horses that cannot do it themselves!
A very emotion filled video.
Thank you for helping us understand what that is all about.
The big lick competition made me cry. Thank you for sharing. Thank you for helping all these horses. I'm interesting in the draft and how she heals.
My goodness. I’ve never seen this before guys! It’s nothing less than horrific abuse. Thank you for highlighting this. Regards, Dave 🇬🇧😪
Thank you for exposing this horrific abuse that these horses go through, its pure Evil, Even the riders look like Ghouls! These people must have had abuse or violence in their own life to think this is ok. They need help. So very sad for the horses. We pray this stops Thank you for being a voice for the horse!
God bless yall and that young man 🙏
When I worked for a government agency, we rode Tennessee Walkers as trail horses. They don’t NEED to be made to perform that absolutely UGLY thing they call a gait because their natural gait is so smooth and beautiful! I think of the people where I live who used to show horses like that, and even then it made me angry; and that’s been years ago. I’m a native Tennessean, and not all of us are for that terrible, unnatural agony they do to horses. It’s in the same league as dog and chicken fighting and needs to be outlawed. Thanks for standing up for the horses. I say this in honor of all the wonderful Tennessee Walking horses that served as our trail horses. God bless.
I’m a native Tennessean also. And when I was a little girl in Elementary school, ( in the 70’s) my school library actually subscribed to at least one of the TWH big Lick magazines. ( I don’t know if the magazine subscription was donated but I think it probably was , the library didn’t have a big budge to spend on a magazine like that)
I remember looking at this and thinking how ugly this gait was…But this shows how accepted this is and how getting this magazine onto school libraries shows that the TWH big lick was trying to make young people believe this is acceptable and normal. The TWH Big Lick is so political, as shown by the number of law enforcement people at these shows…
Thank you for educating us on this horrendous public event. It is just unbelievable in this day and age both big lick and sick and dieing animals at auctions can continue to happen. In Slovenia there is not much regard for animals but have not seen anything like this. Sadly all that can be done is raise awareness of this, and hope in numbers we can stop it.
Well done Justin. You are the new generation and voice of change. I am in Australia, a horse person, but had never heard of big lick until I recently discovered your videos. Once I figured out what you were saying, ie big lick? I found it on Google search, and am mortified that this is happening! I can't imagine why this is even allowed by law. These people would be in jail for this over here! I wrote a comment on the site of a big lick show video saying that this despicable treatment of these glorious animals/friends for the entertainment of not just the owners, but also the audience who come to watch tortured horses perform for their entertainment, they should be ashamed. Unimaginable. If these people think it is ok to torture horses in this way, what else would they do and think that is ok also. Thank you for your dedication to helping these fine animals and hopefully have the law changed to make big lick a criminal offence. This is extremely distressing to know that this happens from a person who would dismount my unshod horse as a teenager and walk beside him if we came across a gravelly patch, because I didn't want him to hurt his feet. God bless you for the work you do. Bravo to you all. 🙏🙏💕🇭🇲🇭🇲
Awesome and knowledgeable video this week. Thank you for introducing your son Justin. I didn't think you all had children. You kept him a secret but now it's his time to shine. Good luck Justin! Be a great advocate like your parents.
I was wondering if you have ever tried to get some stars behind getting rid of the Big lick. One that comes to mind is Kaley Cuoco and her husband Karl Cook who is an Equestrian. Maybe they would be willing to help with this issue? Maybe someone watching will know how to reach one of them. I used to have a Tennessee Walker. To me they are the smartest and most beautiful horses. I hate to see something like this happening here in the US. Usually you see something this cruel in 3rd world countries with no regulations. I hope in my lifetime to see an end to big lick.
You all be safe out there! 💞
It seems that the process of footwear over extends the joints slamming the ligaments and bones together. If you watch the joint, like in the slow motion, you can see how the fetlock looks like it’s getting whiplashed with every step. This is barbaric. I think Rodeo is next in the scale of barbaric horse abuse.
Technically rodeos aren't as bad, but still bad. The stress, the ropes, the beating, the tasing, just sad and cruel.
Not all rodeos are bad fun fact rodeos wernt a thing untill cowboys lile my uncle would jist get on a horse and let the horse or bull buck aroumd in the corral and untill then rodeos have become popular and not all rodeos Tase horses or bulls to do what they want insted with bull ridodning and bronc riding they use a flank strap that ties around the animals flank not to tight just enough to eritate the animal and if you think about it thats not as bad as proding the animal in am abusive way with a stick
ginger cox ... Rodeo horses differ from "big lick" horses due to the fact that these horses are acting freely and naturally. B/L horses are tortured for weeks/months with chemicals and wraps around their pasterns, plus chains to aggravate the wicked condition. Horses lie down to alleviate the pain of standing, then they are whipped to get up...it must be stopped.
Justin, you have made a fantastic commitment for those who do not have a voice. You go, Justin!
That is awful. I could not keep watching as I was in tears! The owners should be arrested for cruelty!
Your so right Tawney. That looks like pure torture for those Tennessee Walkers. It's nothing less than Cruelty to Animals on a Rich man's dime who obviously thinks these horses are dispensable right to the Auction block.
I can't figure out why torture is perfectly fine with the walker riders. High price for a stinking ribbon & prize.
They know exactly what they're doing... They don't care.
They just want the money, hence why they throw away their horses into the auctions when the horse is permanently crippled and can no longer preform and make them money.
Thank you for protesting. I can only imagine the horror and helplessness you must feel. Thumbs up to Justin. Keep up the good work. I love you guys 💕
You all are so amazing for doing this!!
I’m crying right now, this is appalling! These beautiful animals are being tortured for a horse show. The pigs in the audience should be named, and filmed. Boycott the shows and the sponsors!
It's so heartbreaking to see those "stacks" on those beautiful horses and then the owners dump their horses at the auctions. Have they no shame?!
"can we stab it with something" you lot work so well together
I remember going to my friend's Father's farm in Kentucky in the 60's. He had Tennessee Walker's. I always loved their beautiful, natural gait. No soring , no stacking. I'm deeply saddened to see this continuing...... 💔💔
The abuse of Tennessee Walking show horses is unimaginably cruel. It should be OUTLAWED!!
You’re very brave to do that but I’m very thankful that you all protest the Big Lick shows. Thank you.
My horse would do this gait naturally. I never thought much about it. I’ve learned something new with the abuse that they suffer. So sad and I agree it should be stopped.
I was crying watching this … THIS HAS GOT TO STOP !!!! Who ever came up with this anyways to do such a thing to these beautiful horses ….Have you ever watched the gate of a Friesen … it is totally natural and absolutely beautiful !!!!
Thank you for your efforts …!!!!! 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for enduring this stress for the sake of the horses. People don’t need to be rude, the fact that they get defensive means they know deep down that they are wrong and are afraid of losing their hobby.
Good job, thank you for what you stand for and what you do. BIG shout out to my favorite person there, Jesse. Good job young lady.
Doing the right thing does not require law enforcement.
I had no idea. We don't have that in my state! Just HORRIBLE!! YOUR PRESENCE WAS MAGNIFICENT!! GO HORSE SQUAD!! WOOOO-WHHOO!
Oh those poor horses. There are no laws.? Totally wrong.Thank You for all you do.🐴🐴🐴
You are true Hero's, standing up for these beautiful abused animals. I have no words to express my horror and disgust at what these people do to horses. The big lick is an abomination. Thank you for raising awareness and fighting for the voiceless. June in Ireland
I love that some horses got adopted already and those poor Tennessee walking horses I feel so sad for them big lick needs to be banned for good people who watch the shoes and put the horses in those conditions make me so mad and sick to my stomach
I am a huge hores lover and have had 4 of my own and I had never heard of big lick so when I heard you mentioning it I went looking for any UA-cam videos about it. This is disgusting what they do to these poor horses. Thank you for protesting these events. I am from canada or I would join you .
GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU !!!!! I never knew what they did to these poor horses. It’s absolutely HORRIBLE !!!
I can’t tell you how much I despise Big Lick. In my opinion the people that go watch this are just as guilty. I always say follow the money. Who’s benefiting from this? Ty for protesting.
Years ago I boarded my Arab gelding at a private barn in Troutdale Or. The place was actually a Tennessee Walker show and breeding facility. I got to watch them work their show Stallion. They were educating me....they were discussing how the horse was moving. I noticed he was not exactly moving smooth in the hind end and looked to be limping! They came uncorked! After that I sat in my car untill they were done then I would ride.
The cruelty to theses horses is outrageous! The " natural gait" that Tennessee Walkers have is what should be honored! The true breed, left to move as nature intended. No horse has the bone structure or tendons to stand up under all the weights used to get that exagerrated, ugly gait.
OMG I’m English living in spain. I’ve had horses all my life and worked for top show jumpers. I’ve never seen anything in my life like this before Thankyou for everything you do. We rescue dogs x
Well done Justin...from waterford Ireland 🇮🇪 👏
As someone who works at a big lick place, I absolutely loathe it. It makes me sick seeing all of the cruelty
I almost cried
me to :(
It's horrible to see, but thank you for showing it because that's what it will take for that torturous behavior to be stopped! Thanks.
Thank you!
Welcome to the crew Justin! Ur mom should be very proud
That is hideous.I didn't know it was still going on! Barbaric. These horses must have beautiful natures.Tears for them.
Good parents! Animals need voices!
How can anyone enjoy watching the big lick? That's the most disturbing motion a horse could make... thank you for being so brave and protesting.
And lovely to see/meet your son!!
Absolutely love your mentoring program. Pont Tales is in my home state and I'm so grateful for all your assistance with their organization.
Wonderful!
Respect to juston.fight for what you believe in.
I've never heard of Big Lick until I started watching your channel last week (I'm in the UK), and I'm absolutely horrified for those poor horses being abused and enduring so much pain. And for sport? Wtf?!?!
How could anyone force such treatment to a beautiful horse, and even worse, hold a competition for it?
I am disgusted by the owners and supporters of such a barbaric practice.
Thank you for highlighting and protesting on behalf of those poor abused animals.
I wish you had a national law that prevents such abuse and protects animals, pets and livestock like we do here in the UK.
That kind of treatment would lead to prosecution, heavy fines, jail time, and a lifetime ban on owning any animal.
We have very strict laws that mean owners can be prosecuted for not providing for an animals fundamental basic care; clean fresh water, regular and breed appropriate healthy food, and access to vet care. I do wish the US put in place laws to stop Big Lick, and all the other animal abuses you rescue those poor animals from.
You've shown some terribly emaciated animals that have been bought and moved from auction to auction by different buyers trying to "flip" to make money. Do you think these people aren't bothering to feed the animals in their care, expecting the next auction buyer to feed them? It just made me wonder as a lot of the emaciated horses I'd seen in your videos had multiple auction tags.
I didn't think a horse could get cellulitis. I get it once a year in my arm since my cancer treatment and surgeries. I hope the horse gets better. They do a great job!