I don't know what it is about you, CC and your fabulous horses, but your channel attracts those of us who aren't "horse people" at least as much as those who are. I see it in the comments over and over. Perhaps it's because you are so warm and welcoming and we don't feel like we don't belong. Or perhaps it is because we see how much hard work goes into treating these magnificent (yes, even Nigel) creatures right, and it justifies our lack of commitment to "owning" one!😜 Regardless, thanks!
I think it's because she shows us horses like any other pet and not as a money source, problem source and an elite, expensive sport/hobby. And she makes her videos like we are a part of her life, of her horses life and not just for entertainment, it's immersive and real.
For me it’s the calm demeanor and speaking voice. The intelligence and dedication, the multiple skills this young lady has and shares so eloquently but at the same time down to earth like she would be a great stand in for a sister.
I just like watching masters of their craft. I also watch a terrarium builder and a mechanic. There is a shine to people doing what they are supposed to be doing in this life that I feel privileged to watch. Thanks CC.
When I was married, with 2 young children in my late 20’s my husband & I bought a home on 1/2 acre horse property with a paddock & lean to shed. Neighbors on all sides had horses and across the street was a Quarter Horse mini-ranch with hot walkers, training rings, arena (with bleachers), & an 8 stall barn w-turnout and pastures. When I met my husband he had horses, but sold his horse and the property he owned with his ex before we began dating. I’ve always really wanted to have my own horses until as a young mom with an 18 month old baby and 3 year toddler I moved into horse territory. It didn’t matter what time I woke up in the morning they were already out with the horses doing something or the other and no matter how late at night the lights in the barn would sometimes be on and I could see activity. I just couldn’t conceive of taking on that responsibility on top of having such young children, finally able to sleep through the night after years of interrupted sleep I chose to put it off until they were older & could be my helpers rather than feeling like I was endangering them from horror stories my ex liked to tell. We divorced shorter after buying the home and although I kept the home as a single mother I couldn’t afford to provide for a horse, or even the cost of training my kids how to ride at the facility right across the street. I was paying my bills by cut-off notice. I’ve had a lot of admiration and respect for horse people ever since. They’re like the mom’s of the horse world, up and available all hours of the day & night, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Having a horse is like having a child (actually a string of children) in the degree of responsibility for safety, training, housing, proper nourishment, exercise, Ferrier & Veterinarian (who are themselves a special breed) expense involved. Sometimes lacking in ‘people skills’ these are people who would sell a kidney to rescue or save a horse. Their horses are more important than anyone or anything and the sooner you accept that the happier you’ll all be. I’m exaggerating of course. I’m quoting the lyrics of a song exaggerating the stereotype, but it’s funny to the extent it hits home as true. I’ve never given up my dream of learning to ride, having a Ono-on-one relationship with a horse of my own I can responsibly care for in a healthy environment.
In my opinion, there is nothing so beautiful as an Arabian. Their trot is so floaty and when they run, flag their tail and snake their head it is just breath taking. I know you never intended to keep Ziggy but I think you would enjoy riding him so much. They are built for endurance but they also have speed.
@@alclubb I agree , with well bred Arabians . The new standard with a very hollow face is looking like a Seahorse head . It's - to my opinion - not only ugly , but these horses will have health problems with the narrow noses . Ziggy is lovely and I hope CC keeps him for wonderful rides .
@@petrahartog5934 I agree completely with your assessment of the trend in breeding the extreme dished profiles . I used to breed and show Siamese cats. The same thing has happened with them. They have been bred to extremes and their health has definitely suffered. I stopped breeding when I saw what was happening. I wanted healthy cats not deformed ones.
@@alclubb Right ... These extremes are not in any animals benefit . I'm glad regulations for breeding at least cats like Persians and dogs like Pugs and Bulldogs are a lot sharper these days . I have a cross Siamese / european shorthair , named Punk . He is all Siamese , the type you like , but he has a white chin and feet inhereted from his Tuxedo mom . I don't care . He is the sweetest cat you can wish for and he's healthy . Thank you !
I just want you to move in next door to CC snd if she insists on selling him she could helicopter mom over the fence!! I 3:59 just do not see how you could part with Ziggy!! He makes me swoon especially when hou play his arab music!!
PLEASE don’t move Ziggy to another home. You have worked miracles with him - from a truly flea-bitten grey to an absolutely gorgeous Arabian! YOU are his perfect forever human! Besides, I would miss seeing him as part of your amazing herd!!
It's really difficult to trust another human, with your horse and trust they will take care of him, with the same love and passion. I would require a lot of things in the contract. Have to protect the horses
Don't you think Ziggy would like his own human to fuss over him in a forever home? As great as our Clever Cowgirl is she has a lot going on and her horses have to share her time.
I shudder to think of where he might be had you not followed your heart and brought him home. And look at him now - looking 10 years younger, head and tail held high, beautiful and elegant as he floats over the ground, reveling in his new wonderful life! 😍💕 All your horses are special and lovely but there's something about Ziggy...
Arabians have more stamina and can run long distances, their lungs are larger, while quarter horses are for short distance. I couldn't get rid of Ziggy, I think he's a keeper, forever.
Yes, it is! I hope she sticks to her planned price, though. 4-5k for a well seasoned, thoroughly “checked out”, good natured, no trouble, sound and handsome horse with a video record like this is getting a good deal, even at 18. Plus, they know they’re supporting a great cause. She’ll be able to put money back for future plans, assorted maintenance and emergencies. She’s very reasonable with her methods, explanations, and deserves the monetary support!
Remember, if CC finds Ziggy another home, she will have room to rescue another horse in need. Not everyone has the skills to do that and there are a lot of horses in need. ❤ I’m sure CC will find the best possible home for him.
I would not judge her if she does decide, due to his age, an attachment to him, his attachment to other horses, or some unexpected health or behavior factor we haven't seen yet, to keep him. I know she thinks that would be selfish because she's capable of handling horses with more intensive needs, but I think it's fine if she has one or two she can just hop on and ride without having too much worry. Everybody deserves a break from hard work and challenges sometimes, even the people who genuinely enjoy it. But it's also fine if she sells him on because she'll do her best to find him an excellent home. Like you say, that means she'll have space to rescue or train another horse that needs it. And if she finds a new property the size she is hoping for, she will be able to care for even more horses. Not sure how many acres her current property is, but I am fairly sure it's not the 40+ acres she's hoping to find in the near future. And I'm also not quite sure how many acres you need per horse where she lives. Around here, it's generally an acre, but even if you are generous and allot two acres per horse, that's 20 or more horses she could care for on 40 acres--and she currently has "only" 13 (which is probably more than I could take care of myself, and I know this just from watching her work! I could probably handle 2-3! CC is a very impressive person!).
I used to argue that over a long distance, an Arabian would even beat a thoroughbred. There are some horses, like specific criollo lines, the Mongolian horses, and a few other rare lineages that don't tend to leave their regions, that might outrun an Arabian over a distance, but not many. That's what Arabians are bred for. But over a shorter distance, the thoroughbred is going to outrun the Arabian every time because of its sheer speed. Some might outpace the Arabian over several miles, and some exceptional thoroughbreds might outspeed it so much that even though they can't run for as long, the thoroughbred could potentially still win that long race, depending on just how long that race is (i.e. 5-10 miles). And despite me saying the idea would be a race of, say, 50-100 miles, people would still tell me that there's no way an Arabian would beat a thoroughbred at that distance. But a well-bred and well-trained Arabian probably would, because even though thoroughbreds can have decent endurance, they are definitely built more for sprints than marathons. The thoroughbred would want to sprint, and even if it was held back it would still tire and have to stop or slow down before the Arabian would--and that's with neither of them doing more than maybe a slow canter, since we're discussing a long race. Over the quarter mile, the quarter horse is supposed to be about the fastest horse there is, probably due to more fast-twitch muscles. But I'm not sure if they're as fast as they used to be when the breed began, because speed isn't really what they're bred for anymore. The performance lines and working/casual riding lines are different, and I think there might even be a specific short-distance racing line too--though I haven't heard much about them because thoroughbred racing is obviously bigger. They've been crossed with other breeds multiple times and the vast majority of quarter horses tend to be trail animals, not really used for ranch work, racing, performance, or shows.
Well. An Arab is a "light horse". Quarters and Thoroughbreds are medium horses. Draft breeds are large horses. That said, a Thoroughbred will take an Arabian long distance. Since I breed AQHA 16 hand Quarters, they are faster than just a "Quarter mile". Mine will take an Arabian. Because an Arabian is a light horse. I have had a flea-bitten gray Arabian. When you are on one, it makes you think they are fast, until a Quarter and Thoroughbred pass them do you realize who are truly fast. A Thoroughbred can beat a Quarter and, believe me, an Arabian long distance.
Studman and Ziggy both looked like they were making up stories about themselves as they tore around their pasture. Someone sure is going to be lucky to have Ziggy one day!
I know it probably won't happen but I would love to see Ziggy and Pete run around together given Pete's genetics. There are going to be so many people in the comments telling you to keep Ziggy, but it's clear that he's a trail horse and needs a human who can spend more time with him and take him out more than you can. It's awesome to see and hear about how Pete and Goose are coming out of their shells, while ol' Nigel is still his grumpy self.
It can be sad to see a horse leave a good person, but that person HAS to make the best decision for the horse and themselves, I think. Respect CC’s decisions for herself and the horses!! She is a great horsewoman .. these videos show that!! 💕👏👏🐴❤️
I think CC will do what's best for Ziggy. If it turns out that some health or behavior issue shows up over winter that means he might be difficult for someone else to keep or care for, she'll probably keep him. She might also find he bonds with a particular horse she has that needs his companionship or have some other reason to change her mind. But as long as things are going well for him, she will most likely find him a great new home with someone who will spend lots of time with him until he's finally ready to retire. Therefore, rather than being upset that he might be gone from the herd, we should be happy for him. Maybe a viewer will even be the one to buy him (won't be me because I couldn't afford it right now and I'd feel like I'd be too heavy for him!), or maybe it'll be someone new to horse ownership who will start their own UA-cam channel starring their journey with Ziggy. You never know!
So fun to watch the boys kick up their heels, especially when Ziggy decided to join in. Hopefully today will help him feel like a true part of the herd and he'll join in earlier next time. I hope you can figure out something for Goose. He's such a beautiful boy (they all are, but there's a special place in my heart for him)
Arabians are the horses of the wind. I love love love them. Swift, light and fast. And you lady, are amazing how give them no matter where they come from a new happy life. 😃😃😃
That’s why Arabians are the best Endurance Horses, Ziggy has the typical Marwan al Shaqab head shake 😂 would be interesting to find out his breeding…I feel almost sorry for him loosing his little herd again, he seems to enjoy his playmates so much…❤❤ Stewy is sch a cutie ❤
Bought a Marwan granddaughter for my Christmas present in 2021. Took a lot of time for her to settle, took more time for her to decide I was ok. Took her on her first overnight, horse camping trail ride in early October. She did a good job once she figured out I wasn't going to get her hurt- decided to trust I would watch out for her in a strange environment. She came to me as a "wash out" from a show facility. Once you get the trust of an Arab you have quite a partner. She is going to be a really good trail horse.
I think somehow Ziggy let you into his heart & his "little horse brain" in a most special way. It may be that, altho you don't exactly "need" him, he has become attached deeply to depend on you.
A Quarter horse can outrun an Arabian on the quarter mile , but not on a distance .... Arabians are bred to gallop long distances and they have the lighter build and stamina to do it . Besides that ....Arabians just loveeee to gallop ! Great video CC . And I'm so happy your channel has grown so much ! I hope you find your perfect place soon , with your own ground and the horses close . Ehmmm , Tiny is moving along with you , right ?
Aww it appears Ziggy has already found his heart home. When you first got him, he looked pretty sad. Who knows what he has gone thru. He is older and moving around ,well I think he has found what makes him feel safe and happy and that would Be You. Just my observation.
Ziggy looks identical to an other Arabian horse on a rescue channel in NC Her name is Winnie. Both are just gorgeous now. Thank you for seeing his potential. For me Ziggy is one of the stars of your channel. 🤩🤩
Yes, that's what I thought, too 😃. Although Whinny was in a much worse condition than Ziggy (I'm so glad she's getting better ❤). They are both such awesome horses 😊❤❤!
Yes! She’s amazing considering how long ahead was stuck alone. I love how us equine UA-cam fans travel in packs. (Edit: smaller and larger herds that overlap and share resources)
I love watching your "boys", Ziggy is indeed fabulous- he has an amazing head carriage and gorgeous eyes! Also- I really love how you say "snacks" for the boys- it just oozes love. Thank you for sharing your wisdom, humor, and intelligence.
Chuckle, Ziggy has no bottom to his endurance. They are the most doing horses out there. It takes a different style of riding with them to know when to ask them to stop. Because they will keep going even when exhausted. They were designed to cover 100 miles in the desert to go to battle and then carry thier owners home. I hope you try endurance with him or long trails. You will enjoy it so much..So will he❤ They move to a different beat and it's fun...
Goose is such a pretty horse. Having the horses in a herd brings out the best in them, I think. In Goose's case it seems he wants to bond with you instead of the horses. He says, "Save me!" ❤
"And Mohammed, the Prophet, took the wind of the South and said: So be it. Born was the Arabian horse." They are called "the drinkers of the wind" for a reason. Their nostrils are that big and defined to catch and cool as much oxygen as possible before it reaches their lungs and their hooves so tiny and hard to last in the heat and hot sand of the desert. Nothing as beautiful and magical as an Arabian ❤
As a muslim, I have never heard about that. What I know is true is that the prophet peace be upon him said that goodness is "attached" to horses and every food you give to them and every good treatment and every coin you spend on them is considered a good deed.
I am sure if you did a little research you will find a Fan Club for Ziggy out here! All your horses are GEMS and you do wonders for them. Thank you so much for sharing your days with us!
Its so relaxing to watch your beutiful animals run. They are so graceful and majestic. Ziggy is so pretty, I dont think anyone is in a hurry to see him go.
@@JiveDadson Much easier than a horse, you just tie one on. Most rabbits are ok to wear things. Now, it'll either have to be a really big rabbit or a really small rider to actually make that happen, but that wasn't the question.
Short explosive bursts forward followed by long, stretched out leaps - yup, that's the Arabian horse's legendary speed. 🙂 The running technique and the head held high are perfect for running in sand. Gawd, I love Arabians!
The change in Ziggy both physical and mental is amazing. He seems so happy and relaxed. His new herd is perfect. Would love to see him through the winter 😊
As I suspected Ziggy was like lets goooooo!!! and Gus and Studman were like dude we done. It was so nice to see snaking neck and a flag tail from Ziggy :) I adore him he moves like silk :)
I see the way she feels and treats horses the way I do with my dogs..... These beautiful horses are huge dogs, feeling, caring, spicey...loving and devoted to their true pack leader....this amazing clever girl I live vicariously through lol
Under your expert care these horses are looking fantastic and that takes a phenomenal amount of knowledge and patients which you have by the bucket load. A great big hello from Scotland.
😊❤ Hi CC! 😅 I really loved watching the 3 horses run and play!! And the Quarter Horses might be faster at the sprint, but Arabians are built for endurance and speed over longer distances. They don't call Arabians 'Drinkers of the Wind' for nothing!! Many people don't realize that Arabians are the original race horses! 😉 In other countries a stallion must prove himself first on the racetrack and then in halter/conformation classes before they are deemed good enough to breed. 😊 But those little Quarter horses have the quick maneuvers down pat! I think Studman has great potential for actually being a working cow horse!! All your babies are awesome!! 😊❤❤
Ziggy is super happy with his situation with you CC. He could really take you anywhere once he's built up. Endurance is the Arabian's GAME. My Arabian/Peruvian Paso/QH mare would have done amazing if I hadn't had a slip and fall accident while she was being trained. Since I got her at six months, we just maintained our ground game, which she is a superstar at and has a ton of people who connect with her.
I enjoyed watching your horses run and play. You can tell they are all very healthy and happy. I know you work hard to keep them in tip top shape, but you are so mindful to each of their personalities and feelings. Thanks for taking us along today, I enjoyed it so much.
This is so fun to watch these guys kickin’ up and having fun. Studman and Gus are beautiful and powerful when they run but Ziggy is just like watching a horse ballet. He is so graceful and poised. It’s just so beautiful to see.
I love to watch Ziggy run!! We miss watching our girls run around the pasture. It's been a couple of years since they passed and it's been so quiet out there really miss watching Wind Dancer tearing across the pasture with her head and tail reach for the sky,her older sister Marawa would run beside her with her tail flowing behind. Boy we sure miss the girls 💙💙
I enjoyed not only the horses and you talking about them but also your comments about the weather! This said, I want to add that to me it looks as if Ziggy now is completely adapted to his environment and colleagues, feeling happy and free!
It was great to see the boys running around and having fun like youngsters! ❤ I'm sorry for Goose, although he's been a bully; he must be pretty desperate right now. His situation reminds me of Skeletor's, when he got kicked out of the herd. Wasn't it also Stewy who showed him the ropes? (A good opportunity to re-watch that video 😏) I'm nevertheless sure that you will find a good solution for Goose! Ziggy looks so beautiful and happy, I would love to see him and Pete running around the pasture together at full speed! 🤩 Little Nigel is such an outdoor guy, stoically munching on his mash and probably thinking "Finally some rain and sleet!" 🐴❤. Thanks a lot for sharing! ❤❤❤
I love to see those silly boys playing! They look like they had so much fun 😂 Ziggy has changed so much in so little time, and it's truly a testament to your expertise and care. I have a soft spot for Goose, I hope he takes this chance to become your bestie ❤
Studman playing was so cool! Gus getting into it was awesome also. Both are so handsome! Even Ziggy running was a treat. He’s definitely more elegant than the other two boys. Poor, poor Goose…nobody likes getting bullied.
Had a brilliant quarter horse in high school who loved to run right before a big rain storm. I had three little girls I babysat, two with mental health issues, and I could put all three of them on her back and she would calmly walk around while I sat and watched. If one started to slip she'd stop on her own. My little brother who was incorrigible, would jump on her to play cowboy and she'd find a way to lose him in 5 minutes. When a rain storm was coming and the air changed, she'd jump the fence to her pasture and come to the house, stick her in a window and call me. I put her halter on and off we'd run. She could have run off without me but she always came to get me.
IT'S OBVIOUS THAT YOUR VERY, VERY BEST HORSE IS... EVERY. SINGLE. ONE OF THEM! HERE COMES SOME CORN: I THINK YOU ARE AMAZING AND EVERY FUZZY/FURRY ANIMAL ON YOUR LITTLE RANCH KNOWS IT, TOO. 🤗
I don't know what it is about you, CC and your fabulous horses, but your channel attracts those of us who aren't "horse people" at least as much as those who are. I see it in the comments over and over. Perhaps it's because you are so warm and welcoming and we don't feel like we don't belong. Or perhaps it is because we see how much hard work goes into treating these magnificent (yes, even Nigel) creatures right, and it justifies our lack of commitment to "owning" one!😜 Regardless, thanks!
Deep inside i am.
I think it's because she shows us horses like any other pet and not as a money source, problem source and an elite, expensive sport/hobby. And she makes her videos like we are a part of her life, of her horses life and not just for entertainment, it's immersive and real.
For me it’s the calm demeanor and speaking voice. The intelligence and dedication, the multiple skills this young lady has and shares so eloquently but at the same time down to earth like she would be a great stand in for a sister.
I just like watching masters of their craft. I also watch a terrarium builder and a mechanic. There is a shine to people doing what they are supposed to be doing in this life that I feel privileged to watch. Thanks CC.
When I was married, with 2 young children in my late 20’s my husband & I bought a home on 1/2 acre horse property with a paddock & lean to shed. Neighbors on all sides had horses and across the street was a Quarter Horse mini-ranch with hot walkers, training rings, arena (with bleachers), & an 8 stall barn w-turnout and pastures. When I met my husband he had horses, but sold his horse and the property he owned with his ex before we began dating. I’ve always really wanted to have my own horses until as a young mom with an 18 month old baby and 3 year toddler I moved into horse territory. It didn’t matter what time I woke up in the morning they were already out with the horses doing something or the other and no matter how late at night the lights in the barn would sometimes be on and I could see activity. I just couldn’t conceive of taking on that responsibility on top of having such young children, finally able to sleep through the night after years of interrupted sleep I chose to put it off until they were older & could be my helpers rather than feeling like I was endangering them from horror stories my ex liked to tell. We divorced shorter after buying the home and although I kept the home as a single mother I couldn’t afford to provide for a horse, or even the cost of training my kids how to ride at the facility right across the street. I was paying my bills by cut-off notice.
I’ve had a lot of admiration and respect for horse people ever since. They’re like the mom’s of the horse world, up and available all hours of the day & night, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Having a horse is like having a child (actually a string of children) in the degree of responsibility for safety, training, housing, proper nourishment, exercise, Ferrier & Veterinarian (who are themselves a special breed) expense involved. Sometimes lacking in ‘people skills’ these are people who would sell a kidney to rescue or save a horse. Their horses are more important than anyone or anything and the sooner you accept that the happier you’ll all be. I’m exaggerating of course. I’m quoting the lyrics of a song exaggerating the stereotype, but it’s funny to the extent it hits home as true.
I’ve never given up my dream of learning to ride, having a Ono-on-one relationship with a horse of my own I can responsibly care for in a healthy environment.
Ziggy is moving more and more like an Arabian...almost like dancing. What a lovely horse.
That floaty trot 🥰
Exactly what I was thinking.
I think Ziggy liked the music 😂
Perfect description! 💕
Love Ziggy! He really stands out in the heard of the bays.
They will beat Ziggy in the quarter mile, but after that, he will leave them in the dust.
That's what I was thinking.. 😊
And likely pass them like they're standing still at the end of that quarter mile. Might accelerate even, if the rider knew their business😂!
Even at 18 years old! 😍
They catch before a quarter mile and pass like a freight train. Been there done that. Loved my Arabs
Yup. Quarter Horses, Thoroughbreds, and Arabians are all specialists of their own distances.
In my opinion, there is nothing so beautiful as an Arabian. Their trot is so floaty and when they run, flag their tail and snake their head it is just breath taking. I know you never intended to keep Ziggy but I think you would enjoy riding him so much. They are built for endurance but they also have speed.
My Arabian mare was a dream to ride. Big ground covering trot.
@@alclubb I agree , with well bred Arabians .
The new standard with a very hollow face is looking like a Seahorse head .
It's - to my opinion - not only ugly , but these horses will have health problems with the narrow noses .
Ziggy is lovely and I hope CC keeps him for wonderful rides .
@@petrahartog5934 I agree completely with your assessment of the trend in breeding the extreme dished profiles . I used to breed and show Siamese cats. The same thing has happened with them. They have been bred to extremes and their health has definitely suffered. I stopped breeding when I saw what was happening. I wanted healthy cats not deformed ones.
@@alclubb Right ...
These extremes are not in any animals benefit .
I'm glad regulations for breeding at least cats like Persians and dogs like Pugs and Bulldogs are a lot sharper these days .
I have a cross Siamese / european shorthair , named Punk .
He is all Siamese , the type you like , but he has a white chin and feet inhereted from his Tuxedo mom .
I don't care .
He is the sweetest cat you can wish for and he's healthy .
Thank you !
I just want you to move in next door to CC snd if she insists on selling him she could helicopter mom over the fence!! I 3:59 just do not see how you could part with Ziggy!! He makes me swoon especially when hou play his arab music!!
I’ve noticed the color blooming on Ziggys nose and eyes. The nutrition and good safe home is highlighting his best features.
Absolutely! Seems magical, watching the blossoming!🎉
His coat is glowing now.
I can hear Ziggy say to the boys, "OK. I've seen how you do it. Now, see how it's really done!"
PLEASE don’t move Ziggy to another home. You have worked miracles with him - from a truly flea-bitten grey to an absolutely gorgeous Arabian! YOU are his perfect forever human! Besides, I would miss seeing him as part of your amazing herd!!
He is looking more like a “rose grey”/ It’s a thing with Arabians, I believe… beautiful boy indeed.
Yeah, but Ziggy would make some little girl the best heart horse, and he's so well trained and safe.
It's really difficult to trust another human, with your horse and trust they will take care of him, with the same love and passion. I would require a lot of things in the contract. Have to protect the horses
Please keep him!
Don't you think Ziggy would like his own human to fuss over him in a forever home? As great as our Clever Cowgirl is she has a lot going on and her horses have to share her time.
I shudder to think of where he might be had you not followed your heart and brought him home. And look at him now - looking 10 years younger, head and tail held high, beautiful and elegant as he floats over the ground, reveling in his new wonderful life! 😍💕 All your horses are special and lovely but there's something about Ziggy...
Agree 💯👍🏽 He's innately elegant. It's in every toss of his mane, as he dances across the plain. 🥰
I am a Ziggy fan too❤
I worry about him going to a new home. 😔
How can you be sure it won't end up the same way he was resued? 😳
@@mimigirl3162 : CC would only sell him to an appropriate home...
EVERYONE PLEASE HIT LIKE!!!! ❤️❤️❤️Ziggy Was Leading The Pack! Beautiful 🥰🥰🥰
Thanks. I always forget.
Another Ziggy fan. Senior Arabs are the best, settled down but still
have plenty of energy.
That's so good for Ziggy to build up his muscles. They are all having so much fun.
Ziggy living his best life! How sweet!
Arabians have more stamina and can run long distances, their lungs are larger, while quarter horses are for short distance. I couldn't get rid of Ziggy, I think he's a keeper, forever.
Yep absolutely you nailed it. So many people claim Arabians can be beaten at endurance when it's just simply untrue. (Owned an Arabian for 10 years).
Ziggy paying for own rehab is very cool! Great news!
Yes, it is!
I hope she sticks to her planned price, though. 4-5k for a well seasoned, thoroughly “checked out”, good natured, no trouble, sound and handsome horse with a video record like this is getting a good deal, even at 18. Plus, they know they’re supporting a great cause. She’ll be able to put money back for future plans, assorted maintenance and emergencies. She’s very reasonable with her methods, explanations, and deserves the monetary support!
Remember, if CC finds Ziggy another home, she will have room to rescue another horse in need. Not everyone has the skills to do that and there are a lot of horses in need. ❤ I’m sure CC will find the best possible home for him.
I would not judge her if she does decide, due to his age, an attachment to him, his attachment to other horses, or some unexpected health or behavior factor we haven't seen yet, to keep him. I know she thinks that would be selfish because she's capable of handling horses with more intensive needs, but I think it's fine if she has one or two she can just hop on and ride without having too much worry. Everybody deserves a break from hard work and challenges sometimes, even the people who genuinely enjoy it.
But it's also fine if she sells him on because she'll do her best to find him an excellent home. Like you say, that means she'll have space to rescue or train another horse that needs it. And if she finds a new property the size she is hoping for, she will be able to care for even more horses. Not sure how many acres her current property is, but I am fairly sure it's not the 40+ acres she's hoping to find in the near future. And I'm also not quite sure how many acres you need per horse where she lives. Around here, it's generally an acre, but even if you are generous and allot two acres per horse, that's 20 or more horses she could care for on 40 acres--and she currently has "only" 13 (which is probably more than I could take care of myself, and I know this just from watching her work! I could probably handle 2-3! CC is a very impressive person!).
i wonder if we could all contribute a little to keep ziggy (and others?) in livery
@@brassbuckles It was neat watching the trail ride event earlier this summer.
Quarters are lighting for a quarter mile, while Arabs are speedsters for many miles past the quarter.
From experience.
Yes short stocky muscles vs long leaner muscles.
They make great endurance horses.
The quarter horse's acceleration from a standing start is astonishing.
From experience.
I used to argue that over a long distance, an Arabian would even beat a thoroughbred. There are some horses, like specific criollo lines, the Mongolian horses, and a few other rare lineages that don't tend to leave their regions, that might outrun an Arabian over a distance, but not many. That's what Arabians are bred for.
But over a shorter distance, the thoroughbred is going to outrun the Arabian every time because of its sheer speed. Some might outpace the Arabian over several miles, and some exceptional thoroughbreds might outspeed it so much that even though they can't run for as long, the thoroughbred could potentially still win that long race, depending on just how long that race is (i.e. 5-10 miles). And despite me saying the idea would be a race of, say, 50-100 miles, people would still tell me that there's no way an Arabian would beat a thoroughbred at that distance. But a well-bred and well-trained Arabian probably would, because even though thoroughbreds can have decent endurance, they are definitely built more for sprints than marathons. The thoroughbred would want to sprint, and even if it was held back it would still tire and have to stop or slow down before the Arabian would--and that's with neither of them doing more than maybe a slow canter, since we're discussing a long race.
Over the quarter mile, the quarter horse is supposed to be about the fastest horse there is, probably due to more fast-twitch muscles. But I'm not sure if they're as fast as they used to be when the breed began, because speed isn't really what they're bred for anymore. The performance lines and working/casual riding lines are different, and I think there might even be a specific short-distance racing line too--though I haven't heard much about them because thoroughbred racing is obviously bigger. They've been crossed with other breeds multiple times and the vast majority of quarter horses tend to be trail animals, not really used for ranch work, racing, performance, or shows.
Well. An Arab is a "light horse". Quarters and Thoroughbreds are medium horses. Draft breeds are large horses. That said, a Thoroughbred will take an Arabian long distance. Since I breed AQHA 16 hand Quarters, they are faster than just a "Quarter mile". Mine will take an Arabian. Because an Arabian is a light horse. I have had a flea-bitten gray Arabian. When you are on one, it makes you think they are fast, until a Quarter and Thoroughbred pass them do you realize who are truly fast. A Thoroughbred can beat a Quarter and, believe me, an Arabian long distance.
Studman and Ziggy both looked like they were making up stories about themselves as they tore around their pasture. Someone sure is going to be lucky to have Ziggy one day!
I’m sure the horses can feel the electric in the clouds.
Tears in my eyes watching these guys run and play.
@@summerrain7466 Me too.
I know it probably won't happen but I would love to see Ziggy and Pete run around together given Pete's genetics.
There are going to be so many people in the comments telling you to keep Ziggy, but it's clear that he's a trail horse and needs a human who can spend more time with him and take him out more than you can.
It's awesome to see and hear about how Pete and Goose are coming out of their shells, while ol' Nigel is still his grumpy self.
It can be sad to see a horse leave a good person, but that person HAS to make the best decision for the horse and themselves, I think. Respect CC’s decisions for herself and the horses!! She is a great horsewoman .. these videos show that!! 💕👏👏🐴❤️
I want her to keep Ziggy because watching him makes me so happy. Selfish I know
I think CC will do what's best for Ziggy. If it turns out that some health or behavior issue shows up over winter that means he might be difficult for someone else to keep or care for, she'll probably keep him. She might also find he bonds with a particular horse she has that needs his companionship or have some other reason to change her mind. But as long as things are going well for him, she will most likely find him a great new home with someone who will spend lots of time with him until he's finally ready to retire. Therefore, rather than being upset that he might be gone from the herd, we should be happy for him.
Maybe a viewer will even be the one to buy him (won't be me because I couldn't afford it right now and I'd feel like I'd be too heavy for him!), or maybe it'll be someone new to horse ownership who will start their own UA-cam channel starring their journey with Ziggy. You never know!
@@juanitatrujillo7318 When one finds a good forever home there is room made for another one to steal our hearts ❤
Fun watching the Three Amigos running and playing in the pasture
So fun to watch the boys kick up their heels, especially when Ziggy decided to join in. Hopefully today will help him feel like a true part of the herd and he'll join in earlier next time. I hope you can figure out something for Goose. He's such a beautiful boy (they all are, but there's a special place in my heart for him)
I’m with you, I feel the same way too…👍
I feel the same about Goose. I also like Big Gus and happy to hear that he is also enjoying his new outgoing friends.
Arabians are the horses of the wind. I love love love them. Swift, light and fast. And you lady, are amazing how give them no matter where they come from a new happy life. 😃😃😃
Ooooooo Ziggie! The head tosses ant the end!!!
Loved watching Studman play!
ZIGGY is more of a showoff..lol. glad he found some pasture mates to play with. Happy boy(s)!!
That’s why Arabians are the best Endurance Horses, Ziggy has the typical Marwan al Shaqab head shake 😂 would be interesting to find out his breeding…I feel almost sorry for him loosing his little herd again, he seems to enjoy his playmates so much…❤❤
Stewy is sch a cutie ❤
I bet he would love to be out with other arabians though
@@TheCleverCowgirlHorses to match his energy
Bought a Marwan granddaughter for my Christmas present in 2021. Took a lot of time for her to settle, took more time for her to decide I was ok. Took her on her first overnight, horse camping trail ride in early October. She did a good job once she figured out I wasn't going to get her hurt- decided to trust I would watch out for her in a strange environment. She came to me as a "wash out" from a show facility. Once you get the trust of an Arab you have quite a partner. She is going to be a really good trail horse.
Yesssss keep ziggy! For some reason he is so lovely to watch!
I think somehow Ziggy let you into his heart & his "little horse brain" in a most special way. It may be that, altho you don't exactly "need" him, he has become attached deeply to depend on you.
😂😂😂 I wouldn't want to saddle Studman today ❤
Oh I do love Ziggy. I love them all 😂❤❤.
When the horses are jumping around like colts it actually helps them develop their top line. I love to see the 💃🏻 🕺
Oh, Studman..so handsome ❤
A Quarter horse can outrun an Arabian on the quarter mile , but not on a distance ....
Arabians are bred to gallop long distances and they have the lighter build and stamina to do it .
Besides that ....Arabians just loveeee to gallop !
Great video CC .
And I'm so happy your channel has grown so much !
I hope you find your perfect place soon , with your own ground and the horses close .
Ehmmm , Tiny is moving along with you , right ?
Aww it appears Ziggy has already found his heart home. When you first got him, he looked pretty sad. Who knows what he has gone thru. He is older and moving around ,well I think he has found what makes him feel safe and happy and that would Be You. Just my observation.
❤❤ loveee Ziggy. I love my rescue Arabs. I wish u could keep him. He was so close to slaughter before u got him😢 he is so special
To think he could have ended up as dog food is horrifying. Love this boy and CC for saving him ❤❤
Ziggy looks identical to an other Arabian horse on a rescue channel in NC Her name is Winnie. Both are just gorgeous now. Thank you for seeing his potential. For me Ziggy is one of the stars of your channel. 🤩🤩
Yes, that's what I thought, too 😃. Although Whinny was in a much worse condition than Ziggy (I'm so glad she's getting better ❤). They are both such awesome horses 😊❤❤!
Yes! She’s amazing considering how long ahead was stuck alone. I love how us equine UA-cam fans travel in packs. (Edit: smaller and larger herds that overlap and share resources)
I love watching your "boys", Ziggy is indeed fabulous- he has an amazing head carriage and gorgeous eyes! Also- I really love how you say "snacks" for the boys- it just oozes love. Thank you for sharing your wisdom, humor, and intelligence.
I see how intuitive you are with your horses. They are lucky to have you!
Oh Ziggy s head shakes. He s all that!
Chuckle, Ziggy has no bottom to his endurance. They are the most doing horses out there. It takes a different style of riding with them to know when to ask them to stop. Because they will keep going even when exhausted. They were designed to cover 100 miles in the desert to go to battle and then carry thier owners home. I hope you try endurance with him or long trails. You will enjoy it so much..So will he❤ They move to a different beat and it's fun...
OMG…. I loved watching this. Ziggy is just gorgeous. That regal neck arch is beautiful 😍
Seeing Ziggy this well melts my heart
lovely flying change. Great to see horses simply enjoying themselves.
Aww, Ziggy--you're just the best! You too, CC!
Goose is such a pretty horse. Having the horses in a herd brings out the best in them, I think. In Goose's case it seems he wants to bond with you instead of the horses. He says, "Save me!" ❤
Hey everyone hit that like button for her! ❤
Studman is Gorgeous! I love the set of his head on his magnificent neck! Nice to see Ziggy moving around with the Arabian music!
All this and Arabian music too!
May sound silly.... I love horses that run with their tails held high. They look so regal 🤗
Ziggy you are so fast! 🤍🤎🤎
I love it when the jump up and all 4 legs come off the ground! Gus and studman are so pretty , But Ziggy is so classy!
"And Mohammed, the Prophet, took the wind of the South and said: So be it. Born was the Arabian horse."
They are called "the drinkers of the wind" for a reason.
Their nostrils are that big and defined to catch and cool as much oxygen as possible before it reaches their lungs and their hooves so tiny and hard to last in the heat and hot sand of the desert.
Nothing as beautiful and magical as an Arabian ❤
This is beautiful. Thank you for sharing it.
As a muslim, I have never heard about that. What I know is true is that the prophet peace be upon him said that goodness is "attached" to horses and every food you give to them and every good treatment and every coin you spend on them is considered a good deed.
Oh yes, they are poetry in motion, breathtaking and life-giving.
@@AsmaTheTeaPot
Oh, that's lovely.
That was so beautiful, thank you for sharing your knowledge. So Elegantly said. 🧿🪬
These boys are so beautiful, running together in the pasture . Mountains and rain clouds 🌦 look nice. 💕💕💕
I am sure if you did a little research you will find a Fan Club for Ziggy out here! All your horses are GEMS and you do wonders for them. Thank you so much for sharing your days with us!
nice touch Ziggy's dance to Arabian music!
Title the music "Ziggy's Dance"
Ziggy is thriving in his new herd! I'm glad you're leaning towards keeping him at your place for the winter! ❤
...Ziggy is such a good boy, love him. dear CC, thanks for this nice video...
Nice to see zig zagging around the pasture. 😂
I love the way Studman moves he would make a good cutting horse
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We love your creative selection of music! Ziggy is filling out well. He's a treasure. ❤
Ziggy, what a good boy!❤
Its so relaxing to watch your beutiful animals run. They are so graceful and majestic. Ziggy is so pretty, I dont think anyone is in a hurry to see him go.
I’m a rabbit person-I do all the same chores here on a smaller scale and find your channel fascinating
How do you saddle-break a rabbit?
@@JiveDadson LOL! Eeeeh, what's up Doc?
@@JiveDadson Much easier than a horse, you just tie one on. Most rabbits are ok to wear things. Now, it'll either have to be a really big rabbit or a really small rider to actually make that happen, but that wasn't the question.
@@JiveDadson have to train them to go in the crate, get weighed, have their nails trimmed, etc. But no, we don’t ride them
Glad to see them having a good time together. And Ziggy got to be a leader in running.
Please rethink selling Ziggy. You'll miss him if you do. Arabs are so special!❤
Short explosive bursts forward followed by long, stretched out leaps - yup, that's the Arabian horse's legendary speed. 🙂 The running technique and the head held high are perfect for running in sand. Gawd, I love Arabians!
The change in Ziggy both physical and mental is amazing. He seems so happy and relaxed. His new herd is perfect. Would love to see him through the winter 😊
As I suspected Ziggy was like lets goooooo!!! and Gus and Studman were like dude we done. It was so nice to see snaking neck and a flag tail from Ziggy :) I adore him he moves like silk :)
I see the way she feels and treats horses the way I do with my dogs..... These beautiful horses are huge dogs, feeling, caring, spicey...loving and devoted to their true pack leader....this amazing clever girl I live vicariously through lol
❤ Ziggies belly. He has been so well taken care of.
They are all so beautiful against the storm clouds...especially Ziggy tho!
Under your expert care these horses are looking fantastic and that takes a phenomenal amount of knowledge and patients which you have by the bucket load. A great big hello from Scotland.
😊❤ Hi CC! 😅 I really loved watching the 3 horses run and play!! And the Quarter Horses might be faster at the sprint, but Arabians are built for endurance and speed over longer distances. They don't call Arabians 'Drinkers of the Wind' for nothing!! Many people don't realize that Arabians are the original race horses! 😉 In other countries a stallion must prove himself first on the racetrack and then in halter/conformation classes before they are deemed good enough to breed. 😊 But those little Quarter horses have the quick maneuvers down pat! I think Studman has great potential for actually being a working cow horse!! All your babies are awesome!! 😊❤❤
What a treat to watch the three of these guys run around. I love watching horses run, they give you that free feeling.
Ziggy is super happy with his situation with you CC. He could really take you anywhere once he's built up. Endurance is the Arabian's GAME. My Arabian/Peruvian Paso/QH mare would have done amazing if I hadn't had a slip and fall accident while she was being trained. Since I got her at six months, we just maintained our ground game, which she is a superstar at and has a ton of people who connect with her.
The Boys look gorgeous !
I’ve never seen horses play and jump and kick like yours…so happy!
I enjoyed watching your horses run and play. You can tell they are all very healthy and happy. I know you work hard to keep them in tip top shape, but you are so mindful to each of their personalities and feelings. Thanks for taking us along today, I enjoyed it so much.
♥️♥️♥️ ZIGGY🐎👍👍 my favorite horse
So great to see everyone ❤❤
I grew up on a horse farm where we bred Arabian horses. This I know. They are smart, tough, and fast. I will take an Arab anyday.
Wonder when was the first time a human saw a horse run and thought, "Wow, it's perfect to sit on. Geez, I could go a whole lot faster."
Thanks for the lead change explanation! Loved watching the play between Ziggy, Studman, and Gus 😊
This is so fun to watch these guys kickin’ up and having fun.
Studman and Gus are beautiful and powerful when they run but Ziggy is just like watching a horse ballet. He is so graceful and poised. It’s just so beautiful to see.
Love ❤️ watching Ziggy! I've always been a bit partial to Arabians, but I enjoy watching all breeds.
I love to watch Ziggy run!! We miss watching our girls run around the pasture. It's been a couple of years since they passed and it's been so quiet out there really miss watching Wind Dancer tearing across the pasture with her head and tail reach for the sky,her older sister Marawa would run beside her with her tail flowing behind. Boy we sure miss the girls 💙💙
Go Studman!!
I enjoyed not only the horses and you talking about them but also your comments about the weather! This said, I want to add that to me it looks as if Ziggy now is completely adapted to his environment and colleagues, feeling happy and free!
Ziggy showing his paces, look at me everyone I’m special. Of course you are hun. 🐎🐎🐎💖😎🙏🏆
It was great to see the boys running around and having fun like youngsters! ❤
I'm sorry for Goose, although he's been a bully; he must be pretty desperate right now. His situation reminds me of Skeletor's, when he got kicked out of the herd. Wasn't it also Stewy who showed him the ropes? (A good opportunity to re-watch that video 😏) I'm nevertheless sure that you will find a good solution for Goose!
Ziggy looks so beautiful and happy, I would love to see him and Pete running around the pasture together at full speed! 🤩
Little Nigel is such an outdoor guy, stoically munching on his mash and probably thinking "Finally some rain and sleet!" 🐴❤.
Thanks a lot for sharing! ❤❤❤
I love to see those silly boys playing! They look like they had so much fun 😂 Ziggy has changed so much in so little time, and it's truly a testament to your expertise and care.
I have a soft spot for Goose, I hope he takes this chance to become your bestie ❤
Studman playing was so cool!
Gus getting into it was awesome also.
Both are so handsome!
Even Ziggy running was a treat.
He’s definitely more elegant than the other two boys.
Poor, poor Goose…nobody likes getting bullied.
Had a brilliant quarter horse in high school who loved to run right before a big rain storm.
I had three little girls I babysat, two with mental health issues, and I could put all three of them on her back and she would calmly walk around while I sat and watched. If one started to slip she'd stop on her own.
My little brother who was incorrigible, would jump on her to play cowboy and she'd find a way to lose him in 5 minutes.
When a rain storm was coming and the air changed, she'd jump the fence to her pasture and come to the house, stick her in a window and call me. I put her halter on and off we'd run. She could have run off without me but she always came to get me.
Really enjoyed your sweet story, thank you.
My little poa when I was a teenager became so light when we were ahead of a storm. It's s one of my best memories.
@@lostribe5130 Yeah, there is something about the way the air changes before a storm that really seems to energize them. I love it.
IT'S OBVIOUS THAT YOUR VERY, VERY BEST HORSE IS... EVERY. SINGLE. ONE OF THEM!
HERE COMES SOME CORN:
I THINK YOU ARE AMAZING AND EVERY FUZZY/FURRY ANIMAL ON YOUR LITTLE RANCH KNOWS IT, TOO. 🤗
Those 3 work well together, chill dudes :)
Nigel is so chill. Ancient mini woolly mammoth all 'pfff. what rain.' It was great seeing the boys buck and play and run!
The horses are beautiful‼️
We love Ziggy 😊
Thank you! I love your horses. You have such great insight and compassion for your herd of horses 🐎 ❤.
They are amazing! An so are you!