This HORSE was sold 4 times in a year! 😳 Can he be fixed? 

Since there are a bunch of snarky comments about my very well trained working dog…Huckleberry is NOT chasing Gus when he is being lunged. He is simply following him. Gus is not bucking because he is afraid of anything he is in mental turmoil from prolonged physical pain. Thanks for coming to my Ted Talk! 😉

OMG, Lil'Gus's story is breaking my heart. He is one lucky little horse to have landed in your lap. You are truly a horsewhisperer of the highest order -- your compassion and innovation are boundless. I salute you CC. Thank you for sharing LG's history.

Sensitive horses in the hands of impatient/incompetent trainers really struggle to understand what is asked of them and end up labeled dangerous when actually they can be some of the most athletic responsive horses around.

I love this. You get a mule because you know your friend will want him, and you buy a horse to keep the mule company on the way home. You're my kind of people.

It's a small thing, but I like the way you say that you "ask" the horses for something instead of "telling" them.

Your skill with horses and other animals is further enhanced by your ability to use time and patience as an ally. As a 80 year old with autism I see your abilities as a clear mark of difference from most others in your field. It is a pleasure to witness your work.

These stories make me sad. How people treat animals. Thank GOD for the good ones

Thank you so very much for all the recent posts. May your grass grow tall & sweet but never hide gophers or badgers ! ❤️

I'm not a crier, but... Both Little Gus's story and your part in it brought tears to my eyes. I'm so glad that Little Gus is safe now.

Gus is such a lucky boy to have such a patient and understanding owner!

Lil Gus sounds like he's a smart boy, who's suffered from people who didn't understand what he needed. So pleased that you got him and gave him the love and treatment he needed. No wonder that you have trouble getting cross with him when he is cheeky and confident. He's made such improvement in your care.

Sounds like poor Gus had no one looking out for him until you came along 😂 Thank you for your kindness, knowledge and interest in fixing all the WRONG that these poor horses have been through. By the way it's because you love them that it's hard to move them along...I wouldn't be able to ❤

Omg, girl, I had to stop the video because at the point where that beautiful creature started to lay his head down all at once I was sobbing big sobs. You are doing more than healing the horses you work with, which is monumental, but you are healing life everywhere with your big heart and bravery. Namaste'

He presented like a child with Attachment disorder and lots of trauma responses. Five homes and lots of abuse would certainly do that!! He is so lucky you found him and giving him all the care and strategies to recover. Your work with these traumatised horses is wonderful.❤

Lil Gus is a lovely previously misunderstood pumpkin. I'm glad you have him now.

Oh, poor Gus! But it sounds as if before the storm he experienced PTSD, but during the storm he "snapped out" of it and was able to behave calmly after! Horses are such wonderful beings!

Gus just showed the world that every animal needs understanding and patience to shine Bright. He met you at the right time. 😊🐕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾😊🐾😊🐾😊😊💕🐾💕😊💕🐾💕😊

Lil Gus’s story is heartbreaking - sensitive young horses like him need a compassionate trainer who can pick up on the subtle cues that are the key to understanding the horse’s behavior. Your horses are lucky because you aren’t trying to turn a quick profit on selling them.

Oh wow!!!! It fills me with joy that you give unhappy horses a chance to shine. How many others don’t get that chance😘

It's so interesting how the storm allowed Gus to finally see you and your good intentions.

The work you do on your farm in Montana influences the work I do on my farm in Washington. I love that you use RU-vid to help horses all over the world, through the example of your knowledge, your kindness, your understanding and your compassion for all equines. Thanks, Clever Cowgirl, you are my hero again today.

What an absolutely beautiful story. A story of Hope and simply not giving up on an animal. It brings me to tears. God bless you and what you’re doing.

Lil Gus the aspiring rodeo star (and previously damaged goods) is now a criminal. He and ringleader Stewie are the Breakout Boys! That conversation, the two of them had outside the fence is absolutely hilarious. 😂 That lil mule is a doll.

Poor Little Gus, the repetitive compulsory behaviour is so heartbreaking 😢 It is wonderful to see him now, being his healthy, mischievous and happy self 😍. I also adore that you learned how to treat him, you are amazing! 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆❤❤❤❤❤

Yay…lil Gussy. This will be interesting. All your horses have such rich personalities. I love how you encourage them to live their best lives ❤

Gus is a good horse. It just took a clever cowgirl to figure him out. Also, that was a beautiful shot with the rainbow.

No wonder these poor animals are stressed, who do they trust?. Children who get passed around are no different. Who do they trust?😢😢😢😢😢

Thank you Clever Cowgirl for the story of little Gus and your compassion and enduring patience with these abused horses. I'm sending little Gus lots of healing love vibes! May all your✨ dreams and wishes✨ be fulfilled a million fold❤️😊❤️✨

Thank God you found him, poor Gus. Your patience is beautiful to watch ❤

that haynet twirling is wild! So glad he is better now

I’m seriously amazed at how well you figure out these horses so they are comfortable and happy. There needs to be tougher laws on people who abuse these beautiful horses !!! So thank you so much for the Equestrian you are !! ❤️🐴

You are truly blessed with a gift for understanding a horses behavior!! I’m 75 and still miss so much the adventures I had with my thoroughbred horse, Royal. He was always so kind and gentle. I really admire your dedication to these horses.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💖

All any animal needs is love and patience. You came and brought him a new lease in life. Bless you x

I love Little Gus's story. C C. You are amazing. All your animals are so ucky. I learn so much from you.

Little Gus Is A WILD ONE!! His Transformation Was Nothing But A MIRACLE!! The Way That You Take These Auction Horse's And Make Them Your Own Is VERY CLEVER!! Good Job!!😊❤

I call this boy a traumatised horse. You are wonderful. Thank you so much for your kindness and patience.

He’s a Very Good-Looking horse.

I like horses but know NOTHING about them. I have really enjoyed witnessing this lady's knowledge, expertise and WISDOM. Amazed at how she brings it all to life with narration.

Aside from your kindness, deep understanding, and knowledge of horses, you have something so many people don't, and that's patience. Too many people are quick to dump an animal if it doesn't instantly become exactly what they want. This horse probably had no reason to trust humans, and you taught him he could. Little Gus certainly came to the right place! P.S. The mule is super cute!

You gave Little Gus a chance to be sure of himself and wow - what a difference. I know nothing about horse training - but it's easy to see that your careful, caring and thoughtful approach made all the difference for Little Gus.

Lil Gus's story/video made me cry. You took a painfully tortured creature and brought them to a place of peace and health. Thank you for giving these beautiful horses a 2nd and really their only chance. ❤

One more comment, I love your audience!! Everyone's comment is so beautifully expressed and tender. There are so many many beautiful caring people in the world and it is a pleasure to have found you Clever Cowgirl. And as one commenter stated, "you have a hard time letting them go because you love them. " So true. Namaste'

I love your channel thank you Cowgirl. x

Little Gus is such a beautiful horse with such a funny, mischievous character. He's so fortunate he came to you. Your excellent, patient care is giving him back a future. 😊😊😊

I look forward to these videos about each horse. Like people, they have their own unique personalities, quieks, and traumas. It takes a special person to bring healing and wholeness to them. Thank you for sharing and teaching your audience. I really appreciate you and what you do.

So nice to get Little Gus' background. And so cute to see again the fence shenanigan's. Twas so funny when you gave them text bubbles. Seeing them again at that fence being naughty brought the giggles back. Thank you for being so patient with him and finding out what the underlying issues were and then giving him proper training to get him past his past trauma so he can enjoy working with you. Quite glad the tying in the barn gave him some quite time to reflect and realize 1) he's not in pain because the saddle was back and 2) this isn't the same at all. so he could calm down and work his way past the past trauma and use his smarts again. Yay.

Lil Gus is lucky that you found him. Thanks for sharing his story.

You worry about them being mistreated again. You are a good mom.

Thank you for giving these horses a chance. For caring enough to find out their story. And being experienced enough to know that some horses have been treated so horribly & that sometimes what they need is Time. ❤❤❤

I just love what you do. Take your time you care about the animals. You treat them with respect. Your family should be so proud of you

thank you for sharing Gus' story, for being so understanding and caring towards him, and not giving up on him. you're amazing x

I commend you for not giving up but sticking with him. I wish more people would do that.

Gus and his mates are lucky to have such a thoughtful and caring environment.

You and Little Gus got me tearing up.

I just love this story of little GUS. Thank you for taking the time to dig into his issues and to understand. So many of these horses are passed from home to home and never given this type of opportunity. You are a treasure to the horse world Clever Cowgirl. 💕

So glad Lil' Gus found his way into your life. You are just amazing with these horses.

I think that story is all too common. Thank you for your patience with him. That is what he needed. You are amazing!

Lil Gus and Stewie, what a pair they make. Thank you for sharing this story. So many would have given up.

I really enjoy your storytelling. Thank you.

Thank you for being his voice when now one else would listen to him. 😢❤

Wow. Poor horse. So glad you have patience and perseverance. He looks like a different horse now. Amazing. ❤

Watching Little Gus with the haynet brought me to tears…that obsessive behavior that he just couldn’t stop was just awful. It seems as he was taking out his pain and anger on an inanimate object rather than directing his aggression towards you. Thanks God for your intuition and perseverance…you saved his life.

Little Gus doing well ❤🇨🇦 Yayy!

Little Gus is a very handsome boy!

I am never disappointed with your point of view and perspective. I love how you've really taken this guy into your hands with such love and patience. This horse was betrayed at every turn.

I loved the part after the storm where I saw him relax with the lick and chew!! That shows how much he had calmed down with you!!

Gus was suffering from PTSD. thank you for working with him. you are a beautiful soul CC! ❤

Yes, I had just watched the video of Lil' Gus' antics, and many comments had asked you to follow through with all the hints you were dropping about his interesting backstory. CC, you are a wonderworking, ultra-patient, determined trainer! I praise God for your work ~ He is the giver of all good things! Thanks for sharing the journey here!

You’re such a brave and patient woman. Your horses are so fortunate to have you as their owner and mentor! Keep up “the good work” Clever Cowgirl…☺

Little Gus. What a sad story and what a wonderful job you have done with him. He must have been mistreated and he is such a sensitive soul. Thank you for sharing your journey with him. ❤

I am so happy that you give the horses the time that they need to advance rather than the time limits imposed by a lot of trainers

This is quickly becoming one of my favorite channels. I love your narrative style and your empathy for all animals. Keep up the great work.

Way to go girl, you have invested a lot of time to figure out what makes little Gus tick.

You’re an angel! The humanity you express is so inspiring…sometimes I’m in tears hearing these stories, and watching the love and kindness you have to share with these cast off horses. 🤠❤️🤠❤️

Thank you for sharing his story ❤ Your patience and excellent horse sense really paid off for Little Gus!

Wow what a story. God treats us like you are able to treat these horses. He never gives up on us either. Love, love, love you.

Oh my. Little Gus's story brought tears to my eyes. How sad and miserable he must of felt and no one understood why. Then to see how happy and the trickster he is now, is amazing. You truly have a special touch and a warm heart to work so hard for your horses.

I am so happy Little Gus found you! I know he will heal under your care. 🙏❤️ It's so heartbreaking when people give up on an animal. Rarely do you ever have to - if ever. I love watching your videos and listening to you describe everything. I am learning a lot.

Gus hit the love jackpot with you. So glad for him and for you. Sometimes the problem horses are the ones that really dig into our hearts.

He is just beautiful... and what a fortunate boy he is, now. You do wonderful work!

You are the bestest for this horse and thank you for caring for them. So proud of you!

You are a very remarkable horsewoman. I admire your ability to help horses through their issues when it comes to humans.

You are his savior. So wonderful to your story and love you have for these animals. ❤

Wow! I love watching how your kindness and wisdom Has helped this precious baby! I am SO Impressed!

Thank you for your patience and commitment. ❤

You live in a beautiful part of the world, thank you for sharing with us!

I love the fact that you didn’t give up on little Gus and continued to let him know that you truly care about his well being. All creatures can pickup when someone is a loving being vs a hateful one. The old saying, “ love conquers all things “ was proven by you with him.

I was amazed to watch this video! A week ago, a storm worked to radically change my rescue horse as well! I've had him 4 months. In 30 minutes, both of us side by side in the stable doorway, (he was free to leave) sheltering from a very big thunder & lightning storm & torrential hail & rain, he went from being a totally tense, over reactive 3 yr old to a trusting & much calmer person. He had been in several homes before, was starved, & like yours, had deeply fearful experiences of pain-associated training of several very different kinds & a savage bit. He has scar tissue from bits & saddles. He was constantly on the edge of flight or fight, jumped fences, broke through switched off e-tape, was aggressive with my ponies. He would follow me loose & lead, but was unsafe to be near outside the small yard if I asked for a few steps of circling. I think, in the stable he finally realised I had no intention of causing him harm, & that he could disassociate me from 'training' situations. I was content to lean on the doorway, giving slow blinks & soft breaths, offering calm companionship while he munched with a relaxed low neck. I think he finally felt safe. I've been searching for ages for a video about a horse with my boy's behaviour, & it's astonishing that you have had the same experience with a storm. Many thanks for sharing it, & for all the patience you have helping equines.

Little Gus. Is stunning. I love his size and build. Thank You for giving him time and understanding. He looks athletic as well. ❤

I’m a new subscriber from Australia, I’m 64 & I’ve been around horses my entire (I’ve ridden since I was 2 years old) life & I am clinical psychologist & I have specialised in positive behaviour support with people with developmental disabilities. I really love your approach with your horses, it is very much my philosophy; we compete in English horse shows & dressage. Your approach appears to be based upon identifying each horse’s environmental contributors of behaviour (pain, fear,routines, illness etc). One of our horses twirls whatever he can, that behaviour has almost disappeared since we treated his ulcers, although he still twirls occasionally-twirling appears to me to be a form of “stimming” (self stimulation) to self soothe his anxiety. Love to you from Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺

The journey with little Gus is AMAZING. your patience and persistence paid off and was mutually beneficial. You found the key to his training and have transitioned him into a loving and trusted friend.

Treats for everyone!! Love them all and thanks for what you do!! ❤

Another great video showing the time and effort that goes in to changing a troubled horse to a more calm/ peaceful one. Very interesting seeing a horse behaviour/ emotions change. Wish the videos were longer, they go to quick when you enjoy them so much. Look forward to the next one.

Some people need to snark just to make themselves feel better. I doubt they've ever been exposed to your level of horsemanship. You are on par with Buck Brannaman, the original horse whisperer. You are every horse's best friend. A lot of these fancy trainers could learn a lot from you like Parelli and Anderson, etc. I don't have the words to express how impressed I am and jealous too! LOL

You have made Life so much better for Little Gus and in His Heart there is now a reason For Hope.....

I am glad you treated his ulcers first. It takes time for those ulcers, especially the hindgut, to heal. No one wants a belly full of bees. PTSD is real and animals don't often get that taken into consideration when humans are working with them.

Unconditional Love is your motivation. My heart aches for how these beautiful and sensitive animals are hauled around and passed around and expected to adapt. You do amazing and insightful work and the transformations are evidence of how patiently you listen to their plights. I wish there were more horse owners like you and even though it breaks your heart every single time, I pray you will continue to help these deserving and wonderful creatures.

Live long and prosper Lil’ Gus. Thanks for taking good care of him.

So glad little gus found you... very special thanks. 👍🩵✌️

In my opinion you are a wonderfully brave and patient person. I kept thinking Huckleberry appeared to be on edge and wanted to be right there in case you needed protection.