MASSIVE King's Horse Q10 QUITS and the Guard can't change his mind! 

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I wish these tourists would pause for a moment. So many hands, several at a time. Pleease, give this horse a break.🇬🇧🐎

I wish your comments were on every video. You help all of us understand what goes on at horse guards. Thank you

Just FYI, horses can not only kick directly behind them, but can also kick out to the side as well. I am blessed to have a very kind hearted supportive horse, but he did kick me once. I had gone out to the pasture to bring him in and the bottom of my rain coat blew against his rear leg. The next thing I know is that I’m laying on the ground with my horse looking at me with a puzzled look. Thankfully, his foot just grazed my thigh. It was a complete accident, but I don’t think I wore that coat around him again. 😉

Children should not be allowed to maul any horse, where are the parents?

John, just so you know, people spend hours at home watching your content, but it never gets boring. The commentary is key. 👍

I do wonder if something was bothering his rear leg as he kept kicking it out. I hope Q10 will be fine and there is nothing seriously wrong. Thank you for all your comments. It helps us so much understanding what goes on.

I notice the officer who took the horse into the box, he loves the horses. Always finding a moment to pet them.

He is gorgeous and clearly loves attention. He has the perfect temperament for this job.❤️

Q10 is a favorite of mine. ❤ such a beautiful and well trained horse. He is such a gentle giant ❤

OMG THESE PEOPLE MAKE ME SO ANGRY Y WOULD YOU ALLOW CHILDREN TO ATTACK THIS POOR ANIMAL!! DISGUSTING behavior

Way to go Q 10. People have no respect.

MANY OF THE PUBLIC ARE SO RUDE AND SELFISH . 111

The tourists were really crowding Q10! A horse that big needs more space than a usual size horse. Those tourists have no awareness of what they are doing!

Qten lifted his back right leg. Something must have Irritated him. 🇬🇧🥰🐎

Q10, I feel your pain. There are days I don't want to work either.

It’s just so sad, all these people posing for snaps like they’re in Disneyland, and not one of them considers saying ‘thank you’ (with or without ‘for your service’). These soldiers are working to protect them, and it’s like a joke to them…

It a pleasure to see how the troopers love the horses

Your channel is my favorite Horseguards channel. I enjoy your commentary about whats going on.

You know these horses get tired of being touched all the time and they are such beautiful animals.

My favorite guard is riding Q-Ten to boot. Great combo as far as I'm concerned, 😊

I really enjoy your chats as you film.. one thing amuses me- how do the guards see around those helmets so low over their eyes. Hi from Australia.

I can sooo relate to Q10. I too was over with my job on Saturday. So, I quit and walked right out! I didn’t even look back. #True story

I think the other posters are right about him being bitten. He kept shaking and kicking back on that one leg.

Q10 is such a magnificent horse. Both of the horses are just beautiful. John, thank you for all you show to us and for your knowledge and how you present yourself. Always respectful and some humor when appropriate. ❤

That police officer was fabulous, so cool, calm and collected helping out while others were summoned. He's a cool dude indeed.

Your videos really are excellent, so many of us watch them and you have a great sense of humour. Many thanks for the hours you spend with the guards and horses and the knowledge you have, I watch every day. Please keep up the good work, we do appreciate it.

It doesn’t take much to spook a horse. I was once riding one who shied & bolted at the sight of a tin bath in the hedgerow. We’d passed the same tin bath on our way out on our hack without a problem but he wasn’t happy about it on the way back. But because a horse’s eyes work independently they can react differently from what they see through one eye to what they see out of the other. Their left eye is their rapid reaction eye - often with nippers why tourists on the left may get nipped quicker than those on the right . But it can mean that what they’re happy with seeing through their right eye could set them off when they see the same thing through their left eye. One of the reasons why horses are so unpredictable. Or Q10 may have had a sudden attack of the gripes. If they have digestive problems a sudden pain could cause a problem and have the horse kick out. Bet the trooper felt that tail flick though - I’ve been on the receiving end of one of those a few times. I’m surprised more tourists don’t get trampled. Because, no matter how expert horsemen & women the guards are, they’re still human so still have to have time to react when the horse acts out. And even then, if the horse doesn’t want to be controlled or doesn’t feel like being calmed down , then there’s not much they can do. There’s a reason why energy is measured in horsepower and not manpower.

Looking at another piece of footage it looks like q10 caught the front of his back right hoof on the cobbles in the poo……kind of like us stubbing a toe and it hurting up your leg ! That can be painful, it’s a wonder he wasn’t swearing in horsey language !

John. Thank you for narrating your videos which make them more interesting and entertaining. The Kings Horses and guards do a amazing job of controlling the crowds. Many tourists know nothing about horses and most of the Kings horses probably weigh between 1200-1600 pounds. I can see why the horses that are swarmed by tourist get upset. With the noise and activities surrounding them it is easy for them to have a melt down. When Q-10 “lost it” and was finished with entertaining the crowds, the manure in his box was slippery and it’s difficult for a guard to keep their footing trying to control the horse. That is why it was cleaned up. 🐎 🙂

Q10 is a beauty with a wonderful temperament. If a horse quits then he had enough. The Kings horse always wins.

He is a beauty.The children seem to love him.❤

I am truly baffled why people allow their kids too stand in front of the horses 🐎 note if anything happens they will be very sorry

I'm concerned when Q10 kicked out not for tourists, but for his welfare if he had made contact with those concrete poles. With the speed and power horses kick out to the rear, Q10 could have shattered bones making contact with a pole. My big Appaloosa destroyed a car door with his hind leg at a rodeo when the driver stupidly bumped him. He wasn’t injured, thank God. So glad Q was taken in. Love Q10.

Love seeing the MOD guards with the horses. They clearly have a knowledge, fondness and confidence with them.

It's all the idiots mauling, pulling and prodding him. I wouldn't want to be there either.

Horses are gorgeous animals , they can be soft , when they don't want to do anything its their mind made up. Aww bless young children love him thry know the innocence of children around them then to adults.

Q10 is a young horse. You can clearly see that he just found his hourly duty far too much! Q10 spoke, and the guards listened. Beautiful to see.

Hi John, I'm new here. I found this accidentally, and now I,m hooked! Thank you so much for all the info. I love your lauggels laugh/giggles , very infectious. You are sunshine on a rainy day.

Loving your video’s along with history lessons and explanations of what is actually happening at the moment. Keep up the great work 👍🇨🇦

He seemed to keep kicking his right hind leg out. Maybe something bit him. Perhaps the horse poo attracts bitey things. He's a stunning horse. They all are but he's so special.

Q10 is Gorgeous i reckon he got bugged when everyone was rubbing his nose and face. Loved the police horse's. Enjoyed your chat. Thank you ❤🇬🇧

All the horses are stunning and beautifull and as you say they are well taking care off. Q-10 is a mejectic horse, hope in the meantime he is ok. King's Guard who is riding Q-10 is a friendly King's Guard who has a lot of affection and a special bond with the horses he rides. Thank you for sharing your video's love to see them.

Dapple greys are Stunning

Thanks John . I’m new to this channel and am loving your work. If you haven’t already, could you do a post about the history of the horses that are part of this branch? Well done.

The fact that woman let go of her pram to instead get a picture shocked me

John I'm so tired tonight I've spent the day in hospital having cancer tests all negative I'm happy to say so I'm so pleased to switch onto your channel and watch Q10 what a gentle giant my absolute favourite horse, I hope they keep him and give him a better name,thank you for all your information and interesting commentary ☺

I absolutely love horses ❤

Appreciate your narration.

Good, informative commentary to accompany the lovely horses ⭐️

I love horses! They are beautiful magnificent animals! I’ve been around horses a long time, I do get upset when I see people crowding them and not giving them and the guards respect for space, I wish people would just take pictures one at a time but that’s wishful thinking! But I do think they overcrowd them!! I’m hoping to be able to visit someday before I’m too sick to travel!! Thank you for the videos and explaining how it works! Look forward to seeing more videos ❤️

Q10 is a magnificent horse. He must be a joy to ride. The police horses are beautiful. I love grays. I really enjoy your commentary. Loved the remark about Tony Montana. With the other horse he certainly had an excellent rider. I have seen her handle "naughty" horses. Perhaps Q10's leg was bothering him because he kept kicking backward.

Lol the Blues nicked him John. I mean, I would if I had the chance. Might be a bit tough to fit him in my suitcase tho lol Gotta say, the Met have some gorgeous greys. I saw this really early this morning. A lot of people have fixated on the way he's kicking with one hind, deciding there was something wrong with his leg but have watched footage several times I'm pretty sure hes got a tummy ache, a mild colic. Horses with stomach issues often kick a bit and I think that's what it is, and sometimes a change of stable can be enough to set it off. Also, ouch, that poor stableman getting a tail whip to the face.... that hurts(been there done that lol)

I think Q10 was bothered by a horse fly. He was kicking out at something and horses hate them because they bite. Central London is probably warm enough for a few to still be around too.

They need to check the horses right rear leg. He was kicking that leg out. If he was bitten by something in the box then he won't go back in for fear of being bitten again. 💜

Q10 is gorgeous. Love it when ge sticks out his tongue

This guard is one of my favorites! Does anyone know his name? He is always patient when it is appropriate and yet VERY firm when necessary! Q10 is such a gentlemen with such a calm demeanor for such a regal animal. I pray he is put back into rotation soon!

Horses have feelings just like humans. They get aggravated with to many people putting their hands on them.

Aaah what absolutely Beautiful Boy. ❤

Evening John, thank you so much again. I really look forward to your content and I agree with the person before me that your commentary is the key. I bet you really enjoy it. Have a good evening John.

I still think of face cream when I hear Q10 😅. Maybe it was watching the Prime Ministers cavalcade go past that upset him 🤔🤭

The orange jackets are made from..........................yes OIL....................wear something else if you want to make a point about oil..........................pfffffffffffffffff

They do allow to much hands on contact with the horses. No matter how docile the horse is. They have their days just like humans 😢😢

They should have that Shetland pony mascot that eats the Queen’s flowers! He’d have bitten half a dozen tourists by the end of the day!

Some say maybe he was bitten and that was my thought to especially he was kicking with one leg. But also thought maybe he twisted something. Just hope he will be okay

Good morning I thank you for your videos I have just found them as I am bed ridden at the moment and it makes enjoyable watching and I think all the horses are magical when they are mounted together and so beautifully turned out thank you once again hope you will be back very soon Linda sparks xx

Maybe he was stung in the leg or under his thigh where he was kicking out. Love your videos, love your commentary

Farewell, Q10. Come back soon! ❤

Ma perché tutta quella gente non riesce capire che cavallo e guardia stanno svolgendo un servizio ? Dovrebbero comportarsi in maniera adeguata e smettere di continuare ad importunare così maleducatamente Scusate il mio pensiero ma non sopporto la gente maleducata !! 👋

I love watching your videos can't wait for you to back after closure. Just love Q10 beautiful well-tempered horse ❤

Feel sorry for Q10 most probably felt crowded because of his placid nature everyone was drawn to him

It never ceases to amaze me that people are looking at a hors in distress or anxious and still rush in for pictures...idiots.

Q10 IS SUCH A LAYED BACK HORSE THAT HE KEEPS EVERYBODY CALM.. LOVE TO SEE THIS... HES A REALL SWEETY PIE... I WILL MISS SEEING HIM... MAYBE HE GOT STUNG BY A WASP OF SOME KIND AN NO BODY SEEN IT

Maybe he has belly ache or uncomfortable somewhere on his body? Absolutely magnificent horse ❤ seems horses just like us humans don't like Mondays 😊

“WOW”! Q10 is a super sized horse, really you don’t want to feel his hoof on you because the power it’s delivered would really smart! Been there! These are powerful animals!

Q10 has worked hard with much touching & displaying so much sweetness! Thank you to his Handlers!

Aaww poor Q10....LOVELY HORSE.....The way he kept kicking out in that way with his back right leg and swishing his tail... i wonder if he possibly got stung on it....there are still a few bees and wasps about where the weather has still been quite mild ...??! x

I’ve seen lots of others’ videos of the Guard, but I like yours best…you narrate. I’m going back through (cuz this is my first video of yours) to see Laughing Karen on your videos!! 😅😅. You get my subscription. Thank you!

Do any of the tourists really think about how the horse feels? Put a tourist, one at a time, for an hour. standing in a doorway? They'd have to endure endless folk coming up and touching, keeping close to them, with others waiting to do likewise with cameras in their faces! This has been allowed to go too far, and it is cruel that these wonderful horses are expected to endure it!

one thing that bothers me is when they stick arm out toward horse then look away....thats when horse has a great snack in his face...also i've seen mentioned tourist zombies...what is that if you don't mind telling me...found your channel last week and been watching lots since then...love it from East Tennessee in the states

Something definitely bothered him the way he was kicking out. But even the biggest kindest gentle giants can get fed up with some of the tourist who they just crowd them sometimes

Good evening again from Fremantle Western Australia 🇦🇺 on this warmish spring day. 37°C. 1920hrs at least it's getting cooler, 33°C now. My fan's blowing hard trying to cool down. Thanks yet again for your wonderful videos. 🙏

Q-ten keeps picking up his right hand leg like something's wrong.

Thank you John love how you say things that most of us are thinking x

Hi John, always great. Videos from you but a keen horsewoman im hooked in your filming Q10 here..gorgeous horse..what 17.5? 18 hands? I ask as 20yrs ago I was riding a 17.5 hand just like Q10..a gentleman and a sweetheart. Unfortunately we were riding through rough scrubland initially and a grass snake suddenly came out and spooked him. I totally admire the Horsemen holding the reins with just one hand, and using knee pressure…me with both hands just could not slow my ride down and he bolted..not stopping until we came to a very tall fence,and then he reared up and threw me. And it’s a long way down when thrown from that height! I remember him nuzzling my face,but that’s the last thing. Unfortunately once found and hospitalised, found I’d broken my back in two places and my neck vertebrae….my beautiful horse…was fine! Just frightened, but I was never able to ride again and now I am disabled, tho walk a few steps. So people should be aware these horses are living solid machines, which can easily get spooked, can smell fear, and if they decide to go..they go! And not easily stopped! So these horses should be given more respect than they Are, as well as the Horse men in control. It’s nigh on impossible with so many people and smells and hands waving in their faces. There are far too many tourists being allowed close up, and a nasty accident waiting to happen. Seriously, a barricade ought to be erected to give a safety factor to both sides…photos can still be taken with horse and guard in the background, but knowing horses, I find it foolish putting them in this position as well as Unfair. I did see a barricade erected for something recently, but forget what for and even then it was only up one day! Another thing I’ve noticed is how many Asian tourists we have who clamour more, but the warning notice on the wall about horses biting etc is only written in English…I doubt people even look, but think a second paragraph in Chinese or Japanese should be added, just as extra safety warning….Do you agree? I live in North Norfolk, and have had pleasure when the horses and their riders come on holiday, to gallop along the beach and in the sea…like big puppies they enjoy playing. Keep up your super videos John, but stay safe! As I said, horses have keen sense of smell and don’t like the smell of fear! Wishing you a great New Year! Warm wishes from North Norfolk! 🙋‍♀️🥰👍💕💐👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🫶🙏🫖☕️ 🐎🐎🐎

From what I’m reading, this horses tongue is out a lot and I can’t tell if the bit is a problem but I’ve read it can mean some health issues that seem pretty serious. I hope he is ok and I’ve misread. Thank you for what you are doing! I am enjoying it so much and your voice is delicious.

So folks. Tik Tok short today. The absolute worst Karen ever, who wouldn't go away and argued with everyone, with the hijab on was interviewed on speakers corner has PLEDGED to be back at Horse Guards on SaturDAY. oh sheesh

Tourists shouldn't come so near to the horse and touching it. They simply shouldn't.

So happy you're going to give us videos to watch while the grounds are closed! I know I'd miss watching as will so many more. Since I just started watching a few weeks ago, there will be so many new things for see. BTW - you're being so weird this morning. Because it's Monday? I love it! You've made me laugh so many times today which I sorely needed.

Watching London City Walks has made this city girl love horses. I understand them more and respect them tons. I would love to come to England and visit... one day ! I so admire the dedication and hard work of the Kings Guard as well.

Good evening, and thank for upload the two video and good work again. It be good if Titan and Q10 team up in the two box and the people won't not go up to them.

I would just like to say I totally adore your coverage with the horses and everything else within the surrounds. You have a lovely calm “listenable” voice and I just love the information that you offer us, and of course, the fact you actually know the horses names plus their height etc. Love it. And I thank you hugely. 🥰

Hello, I think the trooper said at 28.47.the horse who replaced Q10 was Spartus just so you have the right name to go with your horse photo. 🐴🐎🐴🐎

Hi, ronni from California, I noticed that Q 10 lifted his right rear hoof and kicked it a few times before he got so upset. Then the groom came and cleaned up the manure. He might have a stone or abcess under the shoe or in the sole of the hoof. Just a thought, hope he's OK.

Q10 is gorgeous! He also seems to be a lover.❤❤

It's all just a guess without being there and hands on but I am wondering if he might have developed a bit of gas colic. Lifting that hind leg is sometimes a sign of discomfort. He did not appear to be doing an actual kick, which are usually very quick and decisive, plus the way he held his tail up a few times, those are just things I noticed but could be totally off. Again, not being there hard to say for sure but given how kind the horse is usually, I would not be surprised if he had gotten a bit of gassy colic and was feeling a bit uncomfortable.

Q10 definitely had something going on with his back right leg repeatedly lifting it up. I don't think he had a Monday morning hangover. 🤣

The horse is an absolute beauty ❤

I have noticed something over the weeks I've watched your video, the officer with glasses loves those horses. He always goes up and pets them when on duty. Seemed natural for him to help get the horse back in place.

Love the horses, hope Q.10 is okay! When you made that remark about the jogger, going through the box. Was thinking the same thing 😅.