Horse of a Lifetime | 4 Years w/my Wild Mustang
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- čas přidán 14. 04. 2020
- On April 15th 2016 I picked up a wild untouched 2-year-old mustang for an mustang makeover competition. Within 3 days, I knew there was something special about this horse. Tag #9817, eventually named Lynx aka Wild Card. My third wild mustang.
Throughout those 4 years, we've been on so many adventures and have traveled cross-country multiple times together. Just us on the road. I don't know what I did to deserve such an amazing horse from a random draw. I didn't pick this horse, but he was the horse I needed. He's helped me through some really horrible times, but has also been the main factor in all of my good times as well. I have my team of my three "heart" horses.... it was only going to be two, my sweet PMU foal mares Calliope and Calypso. I didn't want a third, I was fine with my two, but I can't picture my life without this goofy mustang in it. I've gentled about 12-13 mustangs straight from the wild and loved them all but had to let them go so I could continue to gentle them. I just couldn't let Lynx go though. Okay, I'll stop rambling LOL. Here's some highlights of the past 4 years :) I don't have many videos from early on but I did find a few I didn't know I had. He was before I photographed/videoed everything.
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Oh my... When he pulled down the curtain on top of himself and it didn’t bother him a bit... that’s when you won!
He’s such a silly dude!
actually the HORSE won over his fear.
Because he knows she would never put him in a situation where he would get hurt. Absolute trust.
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I love how the obstacle fell on him and he didn't even flinch
424kilebar yeah that just shows she did a good job
Gentling him
and how he was chewing on it .. which made it fall 🙂🙃
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Aina Ndablekz yeah I gentles a mare she’s naturally pretty fisty 😂
Yea me2, that really shows how well trained he is and it’s just so cute I watched it back like 5 times
Every time I watch these videos I think of all the poor horses that have been trained harshly and forced to do things that are painful and frightening to them. Then I see basically, a little girl, taking the time to know her horse, to teach him gently, to make him a friend and partner and it touches my heart so deeply. I always think it must have been like this in Eden.
Helen Marshall love your comment ❤️
Helen Marshall beautifully said. I must share these words ❤️
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Helen Marshall such beautiful words ❤️
purtroppo il mondo e pieno di stupidi ma fortunatamente ci sono delle persone a doccc
Am I the only one getting emotional watching this transformation?
Beautiful 💕
No you are not. This is a wonderful story. Sam is a wonderful person with great talent and Lynx is a wonderful horse.
No, I'm crying my eyes out right now. That was wonderful and the video captured their relationship perfectly. ♥️🐎
No
Nope
Nancy Mesek no, no you arent
Thats the way ! Dont "break ' the horse . keep the spirit in the horse, nurture the spirit , thats the way ...FANTASTIC
patrick forston Like the Spirit!
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Got my 1st mustang when I was 9. I had him 33 years. They're amazing animals when you love & learn to understand them. They talk to you. It's a beautiful thing.
That’s amazing ❤️
33 years... damn
Tuva Karlborg that’s what I was thinking lol
Anneka Vieira any tips on training him by your self?! I’ve had mine since I was 3 (I’m now eleven) and I want to ride with him so badly😭
@Roxy Tiger it's bloody disgusting what they do to our Brumbies. I'm in Townsville and they wanted to shoot them because they were too close to the highway. Oh no don't move them just kill them 😭😡
I’ve been watching this over and over and it still hits home. I gotta thank you. You and Camille are pretty much the reason I got mustang. I showed my parents this video and a couple others of yours and they allowed me to do the OKC makeover this year and the horse I got is this little curly bay 2 year old, and he’s been the most awesome little horse. Today was his 6th ride and he was a little rockstar. He’s been pretty much the best horse I’ve trained, and there’s no way on Earth that I would have been able to get him without you doing these videos, so thank you!
How are you doing now?
@@grapechild3030 Pretty well. My first mustang (the one I was talking about in this comment) is my main trail horse, safely taking me places that could easily kill me if he were to spook (ie. Mountain tunnels, cliff side trails, tall bridges, etc.) He also is working into my small riding lesson program, being ridden by intermediates and lead-line beginners. We also kicked butt in all the pattern classes this summer at the local gymkhana, taking multiple firsts in western pleasure, reining, and command. We also did our first English show (virtually) and placed 2nd via the Dutch scoring system on a low level dressage test. I have no formal coaching when it comes to English riding, and I’m the only person who’s trained him, so it’s pretty special to me. This horse is just plain awesome.
I have since adopted 2 more mustangs, a now 6 year old mare and 3 year old gelding. Both are still a bit green but I have started the mare under saddle and the gelding I will probably start later this spring.
Mustangs have completely changed my life and have opened so many doors that I otherwise wouldn’t have. It’s still in the process of sorting out details, but due to God using mustangs to introduce me to the right people, I may be able to live my childhood dream of training horses and covering mountain country horseback, a dream that I had given up on many years ago due to life circumstances. I have also met so many amazing mustang people across the country and some of them, despite living 5+ hours away, are the best friends anyone can ask for. There’s always some downsides to good things, and some middle age men like to hate and troll, but overall everything has been great.
Long story short there’s been a lot of crazy life improvement since I made the original comment. :)
Your a very courageous woman who isn’t afraid of training a wild mustang from the wild I definitely love watching your videos
@ Josh B. A wild Mustang from the wild? Just saying where else would a wild Mustang
come from? If you can answer that then you will be telling something I didn’t know..
Lynx is so smart and such a good friend. You test him and keep him interested through incredible kindness. He reminds me of “Snowman”. If you don’t know about Snowman, I can fill you in. I tried not to cry during the video, but failed. This is beautiful Sam. Thank you so much! Actually extraordinary and beyond words!
Beautifully said and you absolutely right!!🐴🐎🐴🐎😃😃🦄🦄🦄
And yes I cried too so don't worry
Njmufci
All a horse wants is to know that you won't let him be hurt. They'll agree to anything else.
The little princess and her beautiful horse honoring the 5000 years old bond and friendship between humans and horses.
Her trust in you is beyond belief ! Thank you for sharing.
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Sam, you are one of those trainers who will have horse training schools named for you, books and movies will someday recount how you were one of those people who changed the way we interact, not only with horses, but with each other. What a joy it is to watch you.
I literally cried I can’t wait until i get the perfect horse you guys are truly a beautiful team❤️😍
Marco. Ciao. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
You don't have to "wait" for the perfect horse! You pick out one that appeals to your heart for any reason, then train it perfectly! It will be the perfect horse! Unlike ppl who must look for the perfect partner-match....
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9999999 seven bilir onu 3 yes
This is the real connection that every horse deserves. Loved so much watching this. I have a horse myself and I play on the ground more than I ride… He is such a calm, chill and happy boy. I hope all horse’s owners can treat their horses with more love and patience after watching this video! 🙏🏼❤️
Awsome performance, this girl knows what she is doing, much respect, this is how it is done. Horse knows what she wants, a great bond.
I never realized how much he’d lightened up!! I really enjoyed this video!! You inspire me so much!! ❤️ Keep doing what you do because you were born with the talent to do so!❤️👍😊🐴🐴💙
He used to be a buckskin and now he’s pretty much white 😭😂😂
Sam VanFleet lol 😂 in some points he looked like a buckskin and his mane too and I couldn’t figure out what color he really was 😂 Was he a sooty buckskin since he had dapples? But decided to turn white on you 😆 There’s a horse in a game I used to play a lot I still play it a little but it’s Star Stable and there’s a Mustang that looks just like Lynx!!
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Hahaha! Glad someone else realized the Buckskin turned a Grey. I'm not crazy....
I had adopted a 2yr old out of Ely Nevada at a satellite adoption in Napa Calif. And she was a beautiful Steele Grey with stockings and a blaze, By the time she was about 7yrs old she was all white.
And at a ride a older gentleman came over to see my mare and let me know how rare she was. And so I said "Whys that?" And he told me that think about it how often do you ever see a white Mustang. I though and decided no I haven't seen one. Or if I had I didn't remember... He then proceeds to tell me that the white horse is easier for predators to see at night. So their easier to catch, thus their usually eaten first.
Oh thanks for that story, sir...
@@valeriehunter3967 ... Well, I've seen many videos of white mustangs in the herd, of all ages & in some instances, including the stallion that sired them. But the logic is there. So maybe some were grey in the wild at a younger age....
P.S. I love the steel grey. I'd be disappointed if it turned white on me!
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It is soo apparent that this horse loves, respects and trusts you endlessly. And you the same. : )
Lynx is a sponge; he just loves learning new tricks, he's a real shmarty! And you are something else as well. Kudos!
Incredible young lady & horse !!! Amazing how much work you both put in !!! Made me a bit emotional 😭
One thing I really look at in people working with horses is the horse's expression. He is totally hooked on to you. Someone taught you well or you were just born with the the most important thing every horseman and women. Good feel.
I had a 3 yr old Mustang I called Lucky. I was 13 and he was my best friend. He looked a lot like Lynx. He was a dapple gray with some appaloosa markings and a bit darker. Watching this video was like seeing Lucky again. I hope I might get to ride one more time before I leave this world. Thank you for sharing, you are so lucky to live at this time of video, internet and CZcams. I only have my memories.
He is an incredible horse and you've done an incredible job training him!
Watching this again! He is so happy to be your horse you guys have a truly special bond. So special to see ❤
What an amazing story no words needed but a song so true ..you both shared each other's hearts 💕💞♥love it so beautiful..I can't figure out how there can be any thumbs down other than pure jealousy because you've shared a love story..im all in!! Loooooved!! It!!
What a beautiful relationship you both have, looks like 4 years of total love and bliss. That was a lovely video you made and I am sure will encourage many to own and train a beautiful Mustang. Thank you so much for posting.
This was so good, it reminds me how intelligent they are if u treat the right he listens to u cause ur good to him and he actually loves u
Literally best trained horse and life
I haven't watched TV for almost 10 years. So, my entertainment, and learning, is from CZcams. Sometimes I find things along the way that I just love. This is one of those gems that I have found. I owned a horse 35 years ago. This young lady is is great, and I'm glad I found this site. Now I will go back and watch every one of the videos she has done. Great job!
Beautiful and so naturally gifted with your talent.
Amazing!!.. Almost anyone can be trained to train a dog, a horse but some people just have a natural ability and you young lady are gifted!! ❤
Wow! This is the most beautiful video I've ever seen. I'm litterally crying rn! Well done! Such a journey is my goal, this is such an inspiration! Much love to you and your beauty!!
Sam VanFleet: Wow!!
Lynx just grew more gorgeous with each passing year, I hope you are going to keep him, he seems to love you very much. And that final photo of the both of you: Stunningly gorgeous!!!
Well she kept him for 4 years lol.
This literally made me cry... I just bought a 4 yo horse that I so want to make sure I train him right and do the things that you've done. He's no mustang, he's not bought from a sale yard, but he's fresh & watching your videos make me so happy for you & make my yearn so much that I do things right by him so we both have such a happy life with each other. Thank you for sharing your journey
I very recently found your channel on CZcams. It came as one of my recommended videos. I have been struggling with depression for a while now. Finding you here has truly lifted my spirit. I’m sure if you’ve heard this once, you’ve heard it a million times - but you are seriously an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Thank you for being so open and raw in your videos. Thank you for being so willing to share your knowledge. Just.. Thank you!
Thank you so much 🤍
theblue0utlaw - SAME, this channel was recommended to me. I used to be a fairly skilled rider when I was a kid but had a bad fall and never got back on. As an adult, I suffer from depression and I’m so inspired by these videos ( by Sam) that I’m ...almost... considering some riding lessons again just to get me out of the depressing rut I’m in...
@@mollyjane4628 As a 19 y old who rode since she was 6.5, had to quit for a year because of back problems, but didn't give up hope and eventually started again... DO IT! I haven't regretted it fora moment! :)
This was just lovely to watch. You both grew and transformed. What a wonderful relationship ❤
I have a 31 year old mare Mustang ! The best horse I've ever had ! I've had her for 25 years ! My "go to "horse! She has done everything ! Herding , gathering , sorting , any real ranch work that needed to be done! Lead pack horse up the mountain ! Parades , 4h with my grandkids , barrels , showman , etc . The best ! Mustangs are so smart ! Good job keep on loving the Mustangs !
Beautiful. Very nice natural horsemanship and lots of love and patients. Im from South Africa and have 2 horses and often do horsemanship with them❤️🐎
I love seeing how he aged with you. His coat keeps getting lighter as he gets older so you can see the progress not only in his amazing training but in him as well. A spectacular partnership you two have ❤️
Awww
You are a very caring and loving trainer. Well done and bless you for what your doing. Horses are majestic animals and deserve respect
A really encouraging and (Dare I say it?)heartwarming story,Sam;Your rapport with Lynx was immediate; he could tell he had areal bond with you, as you could with him.....Didn't hurt one little bit that you are plainly that rare and wonderful to behold being, a Natural Horsewoman.
Love and Luck from the Land of Oz, Terry Hannagan.
Special person, a special horse. You’ve done wonderfully with the mustang. One with each other, partner for life. Kudos.
Wow, this is truly amazing! It is like something you read in a fairytale or see in a movie. Lynx is absolutely beautiful. This is something I have always wanted to do but I will have to wait until I move out because I don't think my parents will let me have a horse let along a mustang. Keep up the good work.
Thank you! I hope you get the chance to gentle your own one day 😊
Absolutely remarkable! Great job young lady! We need more folks like you taking care of these beautiful creatures!!!!!!!!!
I cried after watching this! This horse is such a sweetheart from day one he wanted to love you and for you to love him. I’m very emotional right now because my horse passed away a year ago I haven’t managed to get another. When I saw this video it reminded me of her so much. Always willing to please, dependable, reliable....just a damn good horse! She had that same gentle nurse about her not seeing willingness to please no matter what. Hang onto this fella because he is like gold. The way he looks at you and how hard he tries to please you… Irreplaceable! And I laugh/cried when the picture of him sitting on that beanbag appeared! That is hilarious ! his face, his big belly, etc. just what a darlin he is. Very impressed with his jumping I mean he’s got some pop! His feet really get up there with ease. I can only imagine how much you’re going to accomplish with this horse as he matures. Thank you so much for this experience. I would love to get myself a Mustang… I may try it again my heart is aching, maybe this is the answer I don’t know. Thank you
This video is absolute love. Thanks for sharing it, Sam, and I hope you will have many, many more lovely years with him.
Sam, so beautiful, moving and impressive. You are an inspiration 🐎🐴🤠💜
I don't ride a horse and I pretty much had 0 interest in the riding or training of horses or horsemanship in general before I tripped over your channel on CZcams a while back. What I especially love is the emphasis on training on foot. In most of these clips you aren't riding the horse at all but Lynx is still paying attention to you and doing what you ask. That's something that I, a total horse noob, never really thought about. I find that kind of control over a horse even more impressive than a person riding it around. I don't know about gaits or what details can tell a better trained horse or rider apart but it's obvious to see that whatever it is you're doing in any of the clips, it's masterful. Thank you for the awe-inspiring video.
It make me happy to know someone cares for horses
Great horse finds a great young woman! And he’s a stunning ⭐️BEAUTY! ⭐️ You have saved him from an unknown fate. May you share many many happy years together.
You’re a tremendously gifted horsewoman, and a talented trainer- you’ve done an amazing job with Lynx! Congratulations! It’s a privilege to watch you work. Thanks for making this video...
A lot of people say they have the perfect horse, but you really DO have the perfect horse. From day one, it was meant to be. You are magnific ent together❤️❤️
You do an amazing job with these horses! I am just starting my horse training journey, documenting on CZcams as you have and I am so inspired by you!
So beyond beautiful🖤you and lynx are honestly the dream team! Happy 4 years! Here’s to many more
É muito lindo
If I had a horse that loved me like that it would be priceless.❤️❤️
WOW! So impressive. I'm saving your video for future reference. Twenty years ago, as a dairy farmer, I owned a western mustang. My wife was afraid I'd get hurt and begged me not to ride him after she got thrown off when he spooked at a plastic bag flying in the wind. I'm quite good with large animals, but didn't have the time or experience to do what you did. It was also nice to see the two of you growing up together. This could have been my daughter's life if I'd known more and we'd managed to stay on the farm. This is one of my all time favorite things I've seen on youtube! Hope you and yours are keeping save from COVID-19.
Love the story of your partnership and companionship! I have had many pets and horses in my life, and YES there is that SPECIAL one and you can feel it. Treasure it while you have it. I miss my girl who passed on at the age of 19. She was a "once in your lifetime" kinda friend.
OMGosh!!!!This makes me so happy honestly brought a tear to my eye!! You two are so inspiring to me and my dreams with my horse! Just LOVED this!! Great work, Sam!!🥰🥰
Cuidar dos animais é tudo de bom
That’s a beautiful bond you’ve made with that horse, your extremely talented and I love love this video so much you and him are pretty btw lol :) ❤️
What a wonderful progression of you and your friend!!. From a wild horse to a confident animal, you from a baby to a confident young woman. Obrigado
Glad I decided to read the description...for a minute, during the first song, I thought you were getting ready to sell him😅 He’s an amazing horse and I’m glad he’s had you, and you’ve had him, to bring out the best in you both. Can’t wait to see what else you two do together and the adventures you share🤗
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“Only those who’ll listen to a horse, can have a true partnership with the spices of the equus callabus.” -You’ll find out when my book is released
Ummm, you'll have to learn to use spell-checker then....
P.S. I mean, unless you have horse "spice" I never heard of.....?
@@ohwhatelse I’m guessing you aren’t familial are with horses lol it’s something you use to describe a horse
I can watch more then 1000 times like this beautiful trainer taking time and taking care the horse thank you
Just found you on youtube. What a joy to watch this. Makes me cry to see the loving bond between you & Lynx. If people put that much time & love into relationships of all kinds, how full & joyful our lives would be. Thank you, thank you for sharing this. A real blessing to me!
Such a joy to watch this video. Great editing and perfect musical pairing.
What a blessing to be able to achieve such a gift. All your hard work paid off. Look what you are able to do and share with the world. We're looking at you girl. Way to go!💖
surely, you mean the *horse's* hard work and what *he* is able to do
Wow!!!!!! This was a "wild" mustang? I am deeply impressed!!!!!! I always knew the mustang's, treated well AND trained could be tremendous horses for the right owner . Thank you!!!!!!!
Beautiful!! Priceless!! Majestic!! True Love!!
WOW! He's amazing Sam, I didn't know he was so much darker when you got him. You've inspired me so much, keep it up!
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! Best Friends!!
What a beautiful special boy he is....you get all the credit Sam !! You’re a gorgeous team 🥰👏🏻❤️
The mustangs are always so amazing to work with
What an awesome gift you have, I would love to be able to do what you do with horses, especially the rescues and wild mustangs🥰
So beautiful, what an incredible journey and I'm sure it wasn't as easy as you make it look! Enjoy each other, you got a super dooper horse there! X
Such a beautiful video to watch! I've always been in awe of your methods...how you truly INSPIRE horses and make them want to join up with you! So great to see! What a journey through the video...so sorry to hear about the horrible times, but glad to hear about the good times too! Some of the jumping shots...both video and stills...were...just...breathtaking!!! Loved the glamour/professional shots too! Favorite (hard to pick) but you and Lynx in the snow, balloons and you looking beautiful in that red dress! Gorgeous shot! Oh! Speaking of gorgeous shots, the last shot of the video...sorry, but...Hottie Alert! You look amazing! Wishing you nothing but success for your future Sam! As always, thanks for sharing and taking us along! :)
OMG.... I need more! The bond between you two is amazing!!!!! ❤️❤️
All about the ground work. We are too eager to climb aboard. Plus, having fun & being relaxed. Beautiful video. 🥰
Wow.
The horse is so amazing!
That was the most beautiful and inspiring story ever ❤❤💯💯I'm going out to play with my mustang and keep pushing forward now😘I was close to giving up on my dreams of helping her to become my partner like you have with Lynx because she just doesn't seem to want to be bothered by any of this but maybe she's only confused and frustrated maybe I need to slow down a bit more with her🤔🤔🙏❤
You’ve got this! Some of them just need a little more time 😊
@@SamVanFleet thanks for the encouragement it means a lot I've only had her about a year and she's a rescue so lots of mistrust in ppl before i got her...😪so lots to work thru but we're gonna make it! I worry about her hips or maybe her left stifle cuz she'll favor it wherever it's time to work but she doesn't seem like she is in any pain when running wide open with the other horses in the field......🤔I wonder could she actually be putting on an act cuz she is a pretty lazy girl when she don't feel like running around lol
@@mouthofthesouth4267 Lauren, there are lots of ways to train horses and not all of them work for all horses. Each horse is an individual. I found that clicker training has worked really well with my mustang. As well as just telling him a that I love him and kissing him about a thousand times a day. I also really like the books by Mark Rashid. Good luck with her!
or, if she "doesn't want to be bothered by any of this", you could just let her be and live her life in peace instead of bending her to your will for your entertainment, when she clearly doesn't enjoy it...
@@Czadzikable you don't even know if they enjoy it.
Sam: This compilation made me cry. The beautiful job you have done with Lynx is amazing. The love that the two of you share is very obvious. I think you have done an terrific job with him and I was so happy to hear you were able to keep him. Thank you for sharing your videos with us. Sending you well wishes from Cape Cod, Ma. Stay safe and healthy!!
That horse will ride through fire for you. He loves you, trusts you, and omg such a personality!!! He's like, "Look what I can do Momma. I'm a circus horse."
He's really beautiful and has a funny character to him!
Omg loving alllll the footage of him when you first got him and how dark he was!!! 😍
Thank you so much for this video. I was very depressed before I watched it and am feeling much better simply for having seen it.
That horse loves you so much Sam! His personality is like no other! Great video.
i wish i could like this 1,000 times it was beautiful ❤️❤️
Beautiful, remarkable, congratulations on such an incredible relationship
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Proof the bond between horse and rider are endless. This horse is broke broke great job young lady!
You two make an amazingly awesome team!! This video shows how much you love him and how much Lynx loves you!! Very sweet to watch! Thank you!
I wanna have a relationship like u and lynx
U inspire me so much
I'm not a horse person..Love them as animals..so very well done really enjoyed vid xx
You have done an amazing job with this beautiful Mustang. Such an awesome bond and Love that conquers all. Such a heart touching video.
Thank you!
I had no idea that you could transform a wild horse into such a docile affectionate animal. You've got a great horse.
You scared me. When I saw the title and montage I thought something bad had happened to him. Now that I've stopped tearing up, I have to say... of all the horses you've worked with, Lynx is my favorite. He's super cute with a great mind and attitude. Brave and willing while still having that playful side. It's a great thing that you guys found each other; and amazing that he was a random pick for you. Enjoy each other as long as possible. I hope he lives on to be old and ... more grey? 😂
Noooo no more greying out 😭 I miss my buckskin that I had for the first 2 months 😂
I love watching him grown into a chubby boy... he is beautiful.
Words don't describe what you have done with and for that mustang..you have a true gift. Keep doing what you do..
Just Beautiful
No other word for it
I’d pay you any day to train a horse for me 🥰😍 you’re incredibly talented!
Sammi BlueNova what horse
Oh my gosh! Beautiful! What a story... inspirational. Thank you for sharing!
Wonderful. Well done. Gentle and respectful. No wonder he trusts you. 🤠🐴❤
A special privilege to view your accomplishments with that mustang with respect, trust, love, patience, imagination, and REAL KNOWLEDGE.
Its just amazing to see you both bond with each other! Im crying right now