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ANIMAL COMMUNICATION STORY by Debra Saum His name is Lukas and he's the current holder of the Guinness Book of World Records for the Smartest Horse. His owner and best friend Karen Murdock is a loving and enlightened woman who's devoted her life to teaching a simple yet powerful method of training animals using kindness and affection. When I first learned of Karen and Lukas, I wanted to create a portrait of Lukas as...

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Lukas Gets His Own Remote! World’s Smartest Horse Reaches a Quarter-Million Views on You-Tube Walnut, California --- Lukas, the World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and current Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), has exceeded 250,000 You-Tube views in just two years. The popular gelding quickly reached celebrity...

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Lukas’ Knows He’s Lukas: World’s Smartest Horse... Lukas, the World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), has joined an elite group: those with the capacity for self-awareness. He has proved that he is able to recognize his own reflection in a mirror as an image of himself. To date, only humans (after the...

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No Wardrobe Malfunction for Lukas! World’s Smartest Horse Reveals Motive for Wearing Costumes Walnut, California --- Lukas, the World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and current Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), is also well known for his extensive hat collection. The ex-racer and former rescue, along with his...

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What’s Better Than a Guinness World Record? Another... Playing With Lukas Proposes a Second Test for Lukas, The World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and current Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers identified by a horse in one minute: 19”). Lukas, The World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and current Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers identified by...

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Lukas Gets His Own Remote!

Category : In the Press

World’s Smartest Horse Reaches a Quarter-Million Views on You-Tube

Walnut, California — Lukas, the World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and current Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), has exceeded 250,000 You-Tube views in just two years. The popular gelding quickly reached celebrity status after his debut on NBC, which was followed by appearances on CBS, ABC, CNN, HLN, Time Warner and Inside Edition.

Lukas’ You-Tube channel (youtube.com/playingwithlukas) offers a wide variety of educational and entertaining videos including his American Horse Publications award-wining documentary. The ex-racer and former rescue, along with his best friend Karen Murdock, are dedicated to bringing awareness to those in need. Lukas’ heart-warming story has spread to almost seventy countries and the “Million Hit Horse” has received mainstream notice that has crossed cultures, languages, genders and generations.

According to Murdock, “Our goal has been to show how smart and wonderful animals are for their improved treatment, and we’re glad to see that this is being recognized.” Murdock, a psychiatric nurse for the last twenty-seven years, believes that practicing kindness toward the innocent and defenseless becomes a way for us to also cultivate acceptance of each other.

“We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.”  Albert Einstein

No Wardrobe Malfunction for Lukas!

Category : In the Press

World’s Smartest Horse Reveals Motive for Wearing Costumes

Walnut, California — Lukas, the World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and current Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), is also well known for his extensive hat collection. The ex-racer and former rescue, along with his best friend Karen Murdock, have agreed to explain his penchant for fashion.
“It started out as a fun celebration for Lukas’ birthday,” according to Murdock, “and he enjoyed it so much that we’ve kept it as a tradition for the holidays.” Each photo session finds Lukas nickering and Murdock laughing, “I don’t know who has more fun, him or me,” she states. Moreover, in keeping with their dedication to helping those in need of second chances, the hats serve an additional purpose; a way for the public to relate to horses in a personal and positive manner. “As a result,” Murdock concludes, “they are more likely to care about those they are charmed by.”
The new fall styles can be seen at http://www.playingwithlukas.com.

What’s Better Than a Guinness World Record? Another One! Lukas Proposes Second Test – Playing With Lukas

Category : In the Press

Playing With Lukas Proposes a Second Test for Lukas, The World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and current Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers identified by a horse in one minute: 19”).

Lukas, The World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and current Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), has applied for a momentous feat: “Most tricks performed by one horse”. Lukas, an ex-racer and former rescue, has long been recognized as an ambassador for those needing second chances. He and his best friend, Karen Murdock, donate their time and services to show how wonderful and smart animals are and to demonstrate the benefits of kind training.

Lukas, a popular sight on NBC, ABC, CBS, HLN, CNN, Inside Edition, Time Warner and countless magazines and newspapers, gladly and eagerly shares his message of hope and happiness for all creatures. The “Million Hit Horse” also has an award-winning documentary attesting to the spirit and love of animals that includes footage of his most recent Guinness record achievement:

Tricks to be included in Lukas’ next Guinness attempt (pending approval) will cover a wide variety of his talents for a fun and unique glimpse into horse cognition and emotions: everything from smiling, catching, identifying shapes and comprehending absentness to the Spanish Walk and rear for a spectacular and unforgettable demonstration. As always, Lukas performs at liberty (free) without the use of any equipment whatsoever (yes, that means no halter or whip!). His attempt will be dedicated to the Equine Welfare Alliance (http://www.equinewelfarealliance.org/) where Lukas has been honored as the first four-legged member. The E.W.A. is an international non- profit organization that focuses on horse welfare and preservation efforts.

It always seems impossible until it’s done. Nelson Mandela

No Bling for Lukas! World’s Smartest Horse Declines Sixth Sponsorship

Category : In the Press, Written Words

Lukas (http://www.playingwithlukas.com), the World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), has declined yet another product sponsorship offer. The ex-racer and former rescue has appeared on NBC, CBS, ABC, CNN, HLN, Inside Edition and Time Warner and countless newspapers and magazines to promote second chances for those in need. Lukas and his best friend Karen Murdock decided to forego association with a particular brand or company because, according to Murdock, “In this way, we are able to focus on Lukas’ message.” Instead, sponsors have been encouraged to contribute to rescues of their choice.

“The Million Hit Horse” has captured the word’s heart according to journalists around the globe. Lukas and Murdock freely share their message of hope and happiness; they donate their time and services to show how wonderful and smart animals are for their improved treatment.

The greatest dreams are always unrealistic. Will Smith

AHP Awards Contest Winner in 2010

Category : In the Press

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You are one of the finalists who won a First Place in the AHP Awards Contest for material published in 2010.