Funniest Horse Act Ever! Tommie Turvey and Pokerjoe! - Night of the Horse 2015 - #DMNHS

"the Riding Instructor"

On Saturday April 19th, 2015 at the 70th Annual Del Mar National Horse Show in Del Mar, California we were entertained by Tommie Turvey and his team from Equine Extremist.

A life-long horseman and acclaimed stuntman, Tommie trains horses for his own live shows, movies, and clients. He performs his signature acts to sold-out crowds in North America and has dedicated his life to brining the power and beauty of the horse to the forefront with stunning entertainment and inspiring demonstrations. Tommie also conducts clinics teaching his no-nonsense ideals.

One hugely popular act stars Pokerjoe, beloved for his endearing comedy antics, which earned him the coveted distinction as a Breyer horse model.

Tommie trained eight Budweiser Clydesdales for their starring role in the 2013 Super Bowl commercial, which lit up social media.

Among his accomplishments, he’s won the Screen Actors Guild Ensemble Cast Stunt Award for Batman Dark knight, performed at the 2010 World Equestrian Games, and earned the National Finals Rodeo Specialty Act Buckle.

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[givmi_more_w]

Everyone talks how much the horse trusts its rider, and while that's true, I am also amazed by the trust the riders has in his horse. You could not pay me enough to fool around with a horse like that.

[maxhamlin]

I really do love how the whole time the horse doesn’t look distressed. He mostly looked like he was having a good time. Plus the amount of trust this horse has in his rider is amazing. You can’t tell that the horse was enjoying it and just genuinely loves his rider.

[biancadiaz]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a more comfortable horse. SO CALM.

[lorrainefernandes]

This is such a beautiful horse. With its 4 white boot like hoofs and the gorgeous white tail.. and the mane in black.
The horse is a beauty.

[alixgraye]

that is the calmest and most well trained horse ive ever seen!

[f.horstmann]

You can tell how good he treats his horse, and how much that horse trusts his rider. Their relationship is strong and not built from fear. I enjoyed this with a good mind.

[jasminesnowman]

Pokerjoe: do you like my human i trained him myself
Tommie: here is your hay master

[mariahmunnis]

Amazing. Those of us who know horses realize the exceptional training and trust that's exhibited.

[Noahs_Crazy_Kid]

Beautiful horse! Healthy, muscular, and just plain happy. He looks so relaxed. It warms my heart to see the love between them.

[foxtrt]

This horse really does have the most gorgeous tail ever.

[ericwoytasek]

I can't prove it, but I get the impression that the horse understood this was comedy and was having fun too.

[horse_gamer]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a calm horse that actually puts up with this and is trained so well to do the right thing at the right time. Like that was amazing bravo. The horse didn’t even looked stressed or anything it looked so happy and like it was having fun. Wow just wow. That is the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen in my entire live. The horse literally acted like a dog. That’s just so crazy. Best video on YT and best performance I’ve ever seen with horses. Bravo to the person who trained this horse and must have spent all day every day getting ready for this. Such a great actor. This was a great thing to film!

[oogaandboogainc]

U know you are stressed when you're jealous of how calm that horse was

[pjo]

The horse be like: Here we go again, this hooman playing with my hooves, aye, at least I’m getting paid 😂

[JGunit]

Brings tears to my eyes. Just knowing horses and the dedication and trust that horse has in him is truly remarkable. Especially in a cheering auditorium. It's not evey day you see mastery.

[hatchtambu]

i'm almost 60 years old, i remember a time when funny things like this would be on tv all the time.
i miss stuff like this and it's so good to see something so innocently funny!!...thank you!!!

[Tirryna]

They eyes of the horse while on its back was so calm. There was no sign of stress...almost relaxation. His ears were constantly on his act partner listening for cues and watching him.
You only saw his whites when he got up, normal...but. he truly loves his human.

[JR-pffh]

Been around horses all my life. Never have i seen anyone do all the things this man has taught this extremely beautiful intelligent horse. Both of you are truely amazing. Love that white tail!!

[barbaro]

I am entirely convinced that this horse was born a star. His coloration is absolutely stunning, with the mane and tail two different colors, the faint white stripe along the withers (I think that's what it's called, but I could be wrong), and with the marking on the left side of the hindquarters. Also, I always heard about this act because Breyer made a model off of Pokerjoe years back. But actually seeing it makes me appreciate how beautiful Pokerjoe actually is.

[roseyannette]

Wow! The relationship between Tommy and Pokerjoe is amazing, you can tell it was built on trust, respect and love. No horse will do the stuff this one does unless they trust their rider/trainer. Pokerjoe is in fantastic condition, what a magnificent animal that is smart and very well trained.