Harvest the Seattle police horse walks his beat once last time

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  • Опубліковано 28 чер 2017
  • Harvest the police horse is getting ready to walk his beat one last time. This 17-and-a-half hand Clydesdale/quarter horse mix has been officer Mark Wubbena's partner since 2001.

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  • @shawnalLovesJesus
    @shawnalLovesJesus 4 роки тому +364

    Hoof out there during the brushing. Like saying: Do my nails too.

  • @deniselancaster6888
    @deniselancaster6888 4 роки тому +316

    Wonder if the horse understands it's retiring? As an officer, l'd want to adopt it and keep it forever.

    • @R.M.MacFru
      @R.M.MacFru 4 роки тому +16

      I don't think the mounted police are given that option like the K9 unit officers are. I can see why if the cities in question have residency requirements for their officers; they quite literally would not have adequate space to keep one. Where I live you have to have at least an acre of land to be able to keep a horse.

    • @deniselancaster6888
      @deniselancaster6888 4 роки тому +9

      @@R.M.MacFru thank you for explaining. Feel for the horse though....
      Just hope it's loved to the very end of it's life.

    • @CraftyZanTub
      @CraftyZanTub 4 роки тому +4

      @@deniselancaster6888 This horse is moving to a new job. A gentler job yes, but a job nonetheless.

    • @R.M.MacFru
      @R.M.MacFru 4 роки тому +2

      @@deniselancaster6888 ... You're welcome. The reason I know about the space requirements is that my family had a horse when I was little, but we had to keep it at a boarding stable in a neighboring county due to the lack of land (we were in the suburbs, but the quarters were still too tight there).

    • @susanlong8978
      @susanlong8978 4 роки тому

      That makes me really sad... I'm a horse LOVER. They are very emotional and in tune to there ENVIORMENT and there love for there human! I'm 😢

  • @bellaw2122
    @bellaw2122 4 роки тому +65

    I thought you were going to put him down. I’m crying

  • @KJMudge
    @KJMudge 6 років тому +537

    Aww Harvest is such a gorgeous horse I wish him a long relaxing a d happy retkrement what a sweet big hearted boy..

    • @a_gp13
      @a_gp13 6 років тому

      Kylie Wilson 😍😍😍

  • @gullible_pegasus
    @gullible_pegasus 6 років тому +490

    I would love to have a retired police horse, they'd be a beautiful ride

    • @arealfinston3020
      @arealfinston3020 6 років тому

      Ebony Sheehan-Mitchell same

    • @Patchwork_Dragon
      @Patchwork_Dragon 6 років тому +48

      The whole point of a police horse retiring is because they can no longer be ridden. Either they are to old to support the weight of their rider because of arthritis, or because they are just to old to be in the service so the best option is to let them live out their golden years knowing that they did great and it is now time for them to rest.
      Of course, they'd be lovely companions though. Just no riding.

    • @roshannalturk
      @roshannalturk 6 років тому +13

      I used to have one. He was the most gentle horse I've ever ridden ❤

    • @kateco4197
      @kateco4197 6 років тому +14

      My old eventing gelding was a police horse. He can't take the concrete, so I got him. Nothing wrong with him soundness wise besides that the concrete was hell on his joints. I evented with him for two years until we retired him.

    • @ilzevanveelen3946
      @ilzevanveelen3946 6 років тому +8

      Patchwork The Noodle but a lots of horses like to be ridden, but if the horse is fine but just old sometimes riding is good for them. They actually like working and if they don't they sometimes become depressed I sounds kinda cruel but it totally isn't.

  • @cheyannerockett8870
    @cheyannerockett8870 6 років тому +403

    This almost made me cry. So heart touching

    • @jerichoandwinter998
      @jerichoandwinter998 6 років тому +3

      Cheyanne Rockett I did when he met blaze

    • @imjustoutforastroll5091
      @imjustoutforastroll5091 6 років тому +9

      winter land
      And for the officer saying goodbye to his loyal partner. That horse probably knew what he was thinking before he thought it.

    • @laurahess3417
      @laurahess3417 6 років тому

      Cheyanne Rockett , me too!😊

    • @suzannekraft3125
      @suzannekraft3125 6 років тому +2

      Cheyanne Rockett I did cry.

    • @mariahstoterau2002
      @mariahstoterau2002 6 років тому

      Cheyanne Rockett I cried

  • @katsart7573
    @katsart7573 6 років тому +40

    Beautiful. A therapy horse is the perfect new job for him

  • @LloyettaJEwing
    @LloyettaJEwing 6 років тому +91

    That brought tears to my eyes.

  • @psw4763
    @psw4763 4 роки тому +42

    This is so beautiful it made me cry. A great partnership for many years. He is a magnificent horse and going to a good place. I hope his police partner can visit now and then. Thank you for sharing

  • @jeanettedegiulio8220
    @jeanettedegiulio8220 4 роки тому +1

    What a sweet big boy. I am sure this officer will miss him. I adopted a 17 hand retired Thoroughbred racehorse. He is pure joy. I wish more people would look into adopting them. ❤

  • @chloedream8969
    @chloedream8969 6 років тому +95

    Harvest- best wishes to you - thank you for your service - you'll enjoy country life !

  • @anita62d15
    @anita62d15 6 років тому +1

    What a sweet gentle boy Harvest is💕💕💕💕💕

  • @mumblebrain
    @mumblebrain 4 роки тому +5

    We had a ex police horse when I was a kid, carmest horse ever. When we were riding around town she was the horse you always put the learner riders on - she used to look both ways when crossing a road and would not move if she would see a car comming.

  • @susiereed5476
    @susiereed5476 6 років тому +2

    Thank you for your service, Harvest! And thank you for your continuing work - a true gentle giant.

  • @ellart3339
    @ellart3339 6 років тому +17

    This made me cry a little, he’s such a gentle horse❤️

  • @chloeodriscoll698
    @chloeodriscoll698 6 років тому +3

    Loved the moment when Blaze and Harvest were reunited, such a touching moment. 😍

  • @tinap4800
    @tinap4800 6 років тому +14

    Beautiful story but also heartbreaking. I could never leave my baby like that. ☹

  • @darrellguss1553
    @darrellguss1553 5 років тому +2

    That's a tear jerker! I'm retiring my boy also and it's very difficult. Thank you God he's in a special place where he'll be loved and pampered!

  • @bkk7705
    @bkk7705 6 років тому +7

    Look how he makes people happy and they luv to see him

  • @sadiemaeanderson2237
    @sadiemaeanderson2237 6 років тому +39

    This made me cry

    • @lynnejohnson2099
      @lynnejohnson2099 6 років тому +1

      Sadie Mae Anderson Me too, it's Happy yet Sad at the same time. I also feel for Mark as well, 16years together is a long time-I send him my best wishes.

  • @allisonwilliams7704
    @allisonwilliams7704 6 років тому +11

    I'm not crying. I just have something in my eye.

  • @traceyatdefiningelegance1250
    @traceyatdefiningelegance1250 3 роки тому +2

    What a gorgeous horse and story. Anything with the beautiful relationships between horse and owner gets me right in the heart. That was emotional for me to watch. Lovely story. Oh and I love mounted police. I know this story is from the US but we have beautiful mounted police here in Australia too. You all do a brilliant job. ♥️

  • @btstxt9601
    @btstxt9601 6 років тому +6

    this is so sweet! when Blaze and Harvest touched noses i almost cryed! i bet Harvest will and is haveing the best life ever!

  • @sofiaxcosmo894
    @sofiaxcosmo894 5 років тому +1

    Awww!!! I volunteer at and keep my horse at a therapeutic riding barn, and they take amazing care of their horses! Harvest is in great hands!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @kawythowy867
    @kawythowy867 6 років тому +3

    Great job Harvey. Happy retirement. Enjoy your friend and relaxation. Thank you good people for taking care of him. I wish all
    horses got treated so well. I’ll bet the officer will
    miss him.

  • @mountainponiesclub7068
    @mountainponiesclub7068 4 роки тому +4

    This makes me wanna look at a quarter clydesdales. He such a beautiful horse.

  • @tatiarcos1175
    @tatiarcos1175 4 роки тому

    That horse has brighten my day because I lost my horse Prince when I was 6 and he reminds me I am not alone.

  • @sheionafinn5138
    @sheionafinn5138 6 років тому +31

    Happy retirement Harvest your beautiful...:)

  • @jenniferlawrence2988
    @jenniferlawrence2988 6 років тому +1

    This made me cry. I've lost horses over the years (passed away) and I couldn't bear losing my partner of 16 years even just to retirement. I hope Harvest's officer friend still visits.

  • @gracemartin9160
    @gracemartin9160 6 років тому +1

    I hope his retirement is amazing and comforting he is beautiful ♥️♥️

  • @laurahess3417
    @laurahess3417 6 років тому +1

    Such a wonderful story all around!

  • @mmca7288
    @mmca7288 4 роки тому

    I wish that a lot more horse's had this fantastic opportunity. What a beautiful boy he is, I hope he enjoys his new adventure with his old mate

  • @Lee-hu2mx
    @Lee-hu2mx 5 років тому

    I volunteer at a therapeutic riding center and it’s the best thing on this planet. It’s not just therapy or a safe place for the riders but also for the volunteers. The horses and center saved me and I couldn’t be more thankful for this family of people and horses I’ve come to have. This is the best retirement this horse can have and is going to gain a lot of love especially for that personality

  • @rakiki8198
    @rakiki8198 6 років тому +8

    He’s a beautiful gelding☺️💕

  • @Nautical_Parsnip
    @Nautical_Parsnip 6 років тому

    Horses are such beautiful, gracious animals.

  • @beachbunny7256
    @beachbunny7256 6 років тому +31

    How beautiful!! Great story!! Thanks for sharing!!🎈💜

  • @Maya-mb1cd
    @Maya-mb1cd 6 років тому +7

    This was sad and beautiful how can a human and a horse become best friends❤️❤️😢

  • @missylamastus
    @missylamastus 6 років тому +1

    I’m certain Harvest will be well loved at his new home! Hopefully, his human best buddy can see him often!

  • @stephaniemoore3779
    @stephaniemoore3779 5 років тому +3

    Harvest is just beautiful! I "donated" my 37 yr old Thoroughbred to a therapy school after retiring him from gymkhanas! He lived for 5 more years doing service.

  • @boop3129
    @boop3129 4 роки тому +2

    I nearly cried that was so cute nose touches for everyone 😢. Beautiful, gorgeous big hearted giant 😭 that was so sad

  • @kgames9417
    @kgames9417 6 років тому +7

    Absolutley GORGEOUS horse❤️❤️❤️

  • @rebekahbridges-tervydis5054
    @rebekahbridges-tervydis5054 6 років тому +1

    What a handsome couple of dude. Nice piece of local news. Thank you!

  • @bkk7705
    @bkk7705 6 років тому +7

    Have a great retirement beautiful horse

  • @obeyleon617
    @obeyleon617 5 років тому +6

    OMG I remember seeing him when I was like 10 I'm 15 now

  • @Alyathaean
    @Alyathaean 6 років тому +1

    It's so great that they get another fantastic job where they can help so much.

  • @noididnt7972
    @noididnt7972 4 роки тому +2

    What a great story. Think of all the people he'll still be helping just by being the gentle giant.

  • @heather8697
    @heather8697 6 років тому +1

    Oh- Harvest is such a handsome, gorgeous boy:) So beautiful!

  • @kophee3027
    @kophee3027 6 років тому +70

    Let’s hope that after he’s served at his second home when he’s done there they find a good rescuer retirement for him so he doesn’t end up at a kill pin for slaughter as a lot of service horses do.....

    • @Polopony20.
      @Polopony20. 6 років тому +23

      usually, therapy barns keep horses forever and have retiree horses for people who dont want to ride or cant yet but still want the benefits of being with the horses. One of mine, who ended up lame from a genetic disorder later in her life (Not painful lame, just a limp. she`d still gallop around the pasture) retired to a program like that. I still visit her every once in a while.

    • @kmk2982
      @kmk2982 5 років тому +17

      Rarely, if ever, does something like ever happen anywhere in US. Most Police Dept.'s retire their horse's to any officer, past or present, home's. If they cannot be found a home in that way, they go to therapeutic riding barns & are some form of therapy for special needs kids & adults. When too old to be ridden, they then become "grooming therapy horses". This helps develop courage & confidence in children & adults who cannot manage to ride; they then brush them. Once it is time to put the horse down, it is done with the permission of the former breeder/owner, then the PD, & the PD officer. The horse then is put down VERY gently by a vet. Then buried at therapeutic barn sites. Often in their pastures. Usually a tree or shrub or flowers are then planted to become that faithful companions headstone.

    • @pyrografix
      @pyrografix 4 роки тому +14

      First, while I can appreciate the concern as that is a horrible fate for so many wonderful horses, what a total buzz kill your comment was after watching such a beautiful story! I would think there are agreements made or contracts signed stating that the retired police horses cannot ever be sold for profit and basically are ensured a safe and good home wherever they end up. I for certain some police departments have exactly that in place.

    • @eliburton8139
      @eliburton8139 4 роки тому +1

      Polopony20 I volunteer at little bit they do find new homes for horses once they’re retired - Blaze just was retired actually

    • @ohwhatelse
      @ohwhatelse 4 роки тому

      They are more concerned & caring than that at those therapy places!

  • @SMLx3
    @SMLx3 4 роки тому

    That horse will miss him greatly....beautiful animal!

  • @angelatessap3
    @angelatessap3 4 роки тому

    So bitter Sweet for the officer but his beautiful horse is still going to be helping people !!💜🐴

  • @kimberlylee1329
    @kimberlylee1329 5 років тому

    Harvest is awesome and thank you for your service. I am sure you will love your retirement helping kids.

  • @helgaharris7799
    @helgaharris7799 5 років тому +1

    I am glad he is well taken care of he deserve it he's a beautiful horse I love horses I have highly respect for him that powerful but yet also gentle thank you for posting it I really enjoyed that story

  • @jamesgow3593
    @jamesgow3593 6 років тому +1

    He's one beautiful horse, happy retirement to him 🐴

  • @chandrasmith1056
    @chandrasmith1056 6 років тому

    Wonderful story..i wish all horses were that loved and cared for...

    • @rosaliewalford8020
      @rosaliewalford8020 6 років тому

      Chandra Smith the poor thing had a massive bit and the guy had spurs on. Yeah... really well cared for...

  • @barbarahicks1703
    @barbarahicks1703 4 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing. He is a beautiful, gentle horse.

  • @kathleendaugherty4218
    @kathleendaugherty4218 3 роки тому

    It is great to know that he will be helping others and not just turned out to pasture. Well done Harvest!

  • @katz734
    @katz734 6 років тому +1

    Nothing like the saddest, happiest ending for two best friends ❤️👮🏼🐎❤️

  • @slay1958
    @slay1958 4 роки тому +1

    Police horses, I respect so much
    So glad to see them together again 🐴🥳❤️

  • @donnacouch7430
    @donnacouch7430 4 роки тому

    thank you for your service, your a beautiful horse !!

  • @sweettoothmarie7304
    @sweettoothmarie7304 4 роки тому +3

    Harvest literally hugged his old friend...
    That part 😭

  • @b.j.stoner9065
    @b.j.stoner9065 6 років тому +2

    What a lovely story. Thank you.

  • @rusty2998
    @rusty2998 6 років тому

    Beautiful horse. It's build makes it look like it did some good work in the unit!

  • @SmolBean98
    @SmolBean98 4 роки тому +1

    He’s such a good boy!
    Well trained and well temperament.
    It’s nice to see shop owners/workers not mind about horses just sticking their head through . Lol

  • @MithrilMaia
    @MithrilMaia 4 роки тому +2

    I learned how to ride on a former police horse

  • @kuraumaki2813
    @kuraumaki2813 5 років тому

    He's a beautiful horse so majestic

  • @jennhill5803
    @jennhill5803 6 років тому

    He's so cute and I hope he's happy

  • @BunnyHop126
    @BunnyHop126 5 років тому +2

    I thought this was gonna be a really sad video and it wasn’t and now I’m crying 😭♥️♥️♥️ah so cute

  • @jilljohnson3058
    @jilljohnson3058 Рік тому

    Wonderful story. Ty for sharing

  • @neza5967
    @neza5967 4 роки тому +3

    Me: dont cry, dont cry, dont cry
    Me: i think i just dropped a tear.

  • @loveitloveit122
    @loveitloveit122 6 років тому +1

    😢 I know his humane will miss him hope they stay intouch , so sweet❤

  • @darlenegreywolf7330
    @darlenegreywolf7330 6 років тому

    Harvest!!!! Thank you for your service!!!! Enjoy your semi retirement! Seattle you will miss him!

  • @athleticfreedom5760
    @athleticfreedom5760 6 років тому

    One of the most beautiful videos on youtube.

  • @pyrografix
    @pyrografix 4 роки тому

    Beautiful, poignant, a little sad but more so sweet. I wish there were videos that highlight police, border patrol and military equine units. These horses have to be the brightest, sturdiest and most courageous of horses to do what they do. There isn't as much reported about them as there should be. It is said that 1 police horse is equal to 10 police officers (on the ground). That's an incredible statistic that really identifies their tremendous value to the police and the public. Have a great retirement Harvest! You certainly earned it!

  • @barbarahagofsky1191
    @barbarahagofsky1191 5 років тому

    I'm glad that Harvest will continue to help others.

  • @leontienwright9976
    @leontienwright9976 6 років тому +1

    What a gorgeous pair

  • @countrygirlxo7188
    @countrygirlxo7188 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for making me cry 😢💕 good video

  • @stephaniegardner6236
    @stephaniegardner6236 4 роки тому

    What a beautiful horse...❤️🤠

  • @laurakirk9988
    @laurakirk9988 5 років тому +1

    How beautiful!

  • @kathyyan2993
    @kathyyan2993 5 років тому

    awwww, that is really touching.....

  • @KevinRAAMAAAGE
    @KevinRAAMAAAGE 4 роки тому

    The goodest boy. Thank you for your service buddy:)

  • @danielgroves9017
    @danielgroves9017 4 роки тому

    What a beautiful animal I love how they do there work

  • @everettyoung9325
    @everettyoung9325 4 роки тому +1

    I love horses so much and that is such a beautiful creature omg so pretty

  • @sallyweiner4180
    @sallyweiner4180 6 років тому

    What a beautiful soul

  • @lucylocket2179
    @lucylocket2179 4 роки тому +2

    It made me cry it's so sweet

  • @elfriedefarnady-mayerhofer2742
    @elfriedefarnady-mayerhofer2742 4 роки тому +1

    this is a good Story,made my day

  • @pendelwitch4908
    @pendelwitch4908 6 років тому +6

    Good luck harvest xxx

  • @Country_Girl63
    @Country_Girl63 6 років тому +3

    He is beautiful!!

  • @bigstar75
    @bigstar75 4 роки тому +1

    Beyond Beautiful

  • @anne-mariebrummer5691
    @anne-mariebrummer5691 5 років тому

    Such loyal friends.

  • @jazzygiles8412
    @jazzygiles8412 6 років тому

    Awwwwwwe this is soooooo cute i love this horse already

  • @lorikotarski1345
    @lorikotarski1345 6 років тому

    Awwww , I'm soooo crying !!! I'm glad he was reunited with his friend horse !!! That was sooo touching !!! But will the police officer visit him !!! I'm afraid that Harvest will miss him very much !!! 😭

  • @debschwer2236
    @debschwer2236 3 роки тому

    Tears are burning my eyes

  • @eclipsethebrave2222
    @eclipsethebrave2222 5 років тому

    Why do I rewatch this knowing I cry every time

  • @ellief2521
    @ellief2521 5 років тому

    I shed a few tears watching this ☺️

  • @katelynkent5681
    @katelynkent5681 6 років тому +3

    Good luck harvest ❤️

  • @alexkiernan7311
    @alexkiernan7311 4 роки тому

    He reminds me of my mum old of the track thoroughbred I was 5 and I was able to take him out and ride by my self and he was 16. 2 and an absolute gentle giant. May he rest in peace

  • @Doryplory
    @Doryplory 4 роки тому

    That horse looks very happy

  • @danielmorris6523
    @danielmorris6523 2 роки тому

    You served your community well big boy so you deserve a retirement in comfort and love. Thank you for your service **neigh neigh neigh**

  • @tanyagarcia3721
    @tanyagarcia3721 4 роки тому

    Thank you, harvest, for your service. Your own, too, rider

  • @jimmy22334
    @jimmy22334 4 роки тому

    Not gonna lie, when Harvest was reunited with Blaze, I shed a couple tears.
    I can’t imagine having to say goodbye to your partner. Happy retirement Harvest!