It is the perfect moment that a miniature horse fails to complete an obstacle course on his tiny horseback and was left behind in peace by his companions.
This video was shot on the Faithful Minis Horse Farm in Bonsall (California). It shows Buffalo Soldier, a miniature horse, being temporarily defeated by a small metal hurdle.
He is accompanied by his two friends who lead him, galloping through the obstacles with ease.
Two miniature horses at a farm in Bonsall, California, race excitedly over a tiny hurdle, leaving little Buffalo Soldier to eat their dust as he pensively studies the obstacle
The pensive, cautious Buffalo Soldier is behind them. He prefers slowing down and taking things slowly.
The video shows a farmer laughing as he jokes about ‘Coming up with the rear’ while Buffalo Soldier is left to feed the dust from his friends.
After taking a moment to consider, Buffalo Soldier moves on with excitement in the wake of his fellows.
Buffalo Soldier, momentarily confused by the obstacle, gingerly places a hoof above it.
After taking a moment to consider, Buffalo Soldier is able to clear the hurdle and follow his horses, which have far left him behind.
Faith San Severino, the farm owner shot this 31 second video in December.
Faith San Severino is a horse handler at Faithful Minis horse farm, which – according to its website – trains miniature horses for ‘therapy, mobility, service and love’.
TikTok shared another video of Buffalo Soldier walking slowly behind his friends on December 26, with the caption: “When you try to do your best but are always late for the party!”
Faithful Minis Horse Farm’s handlers have earned a reputation for taking their miniature stallions to San Diego County hospitals and giving patients comfort by stroking them.
Faithful Minis also sells therapeutic horses to homes. Prices range from $4900 to $7200.