Chaos Shortly After Birth, Montana

A Foal named Patriot was born in the mountains of Montana. Before the foal could walk, a band of bachelor stallions attempted to claim the mare.

[marymenatti]

He was born in a field of flowers and the first example of his mother’s behavior was to see her stand up for him, against bigger, stronger horses. What a life - to start this way.

[pomyata_myata]

I love how when mares arrive to aid she still kicks only stallion even though her friends mares and a foal were near - she didn't miss and didn't hurt them, what a great kick control she has!

[shofiemahowyn]

The way she gently keeps checking the foal while putting herself in between baby and stallion is fantastic. So gentle with baby, the boys get the kicks! The baby is such a pretty color too. It's really obvious when the foal's dad finally appears, lol.

[lorettaclifford]

I couldn't imagine having to leap up after giving birth and engage in a brawl! As a mom, I would of course if my baby were threatened, but I am still feeling really bad for this mare, and at the same time very proud of her!!

[bostoncurry]

I love how the momma with the black foal just runs up and starts kicking no questions asked haha 😂 I'm glad the baby was okay after all that chaos

[susanvalentine]

That's one good mare right there. She stood her own with bachelor stallions and landed some telling kicks on the two most persistent. Then to see her visibly relax when her herd joined her to help drive off the bachelor stallions was beautiful.

[lynnlanzoni]

What a good mama! I was afraid he was going to get trampled in all the ruckus, so glad they are ok. 💜

[geministrial]

That little tumble at the end was adorable. Hope the little foal or filly is okay!

[mandyaitken]

What an amazing mother. Even in all the chaos she is so careful not to stand on her baby and keep herself between him and the big horses. Gentle yet strong. She was taking no crap.

[Catras_unfairly_gorgeous_smirk]

Gotta love how the whole family shows up in the end to bring the smoke, not just the stallion. Even that little black foal looked ready to square up lmao 🤣🤣Amazing animals.

[theartsyzoologist]

What a beautiful silver oyster coloured baby. Glad it was a good outcome in the end, but what an amazing fierce mother the foal has.

[sharigirardeau]

Awesome that other mares come to her aid once the foal is almost ready to run. 🥰

[virtualselfie]

Wow! the momma mare had a strong hindquarter to kick off the persistent bachelor stallions. Loved how she danced in circles around her new foal making sure the foal, Patriot, was totally protected.🤩🤩

[InspiredbySoph]

3:02 the 3 in the back were like:

“ Nahh dude we AINT messing with her”

“ hell

[rocroc]

Now you know one reason those babies have to get on their feet and be prepared to run as quickly as possible. One of the best wild life videos I've seen.

[annakatharine]

I love how the mama was so scared but still checked on her baby, making sure he was okay.

[daly._.dit]

I love how the mother is so powerful and ready to protect her newborn

[amandafortin]

What a good momma. Not only did she forcibly fight off the bachelor stallions, she checked in with/on her baby after each kick. What a mom!! Strong, resilient and smart. Hopefully baby wasn't exposed to too much stress in this altercation.

[breekalino]

i LOVE how she calms down once the other mares and foals show up. what a strong and protective momma !<33

[haymeatball]

3:00 the 3 horses in the back just watching this all happen is kind of hilarious. I just imagine them being the gossip group or something, whispering amongst themselves.
"Did you see the way Sugar cube went after Linda like that?"
"I know! What a devil!"
"But then Jack came in and whooped his ass!"