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  • @jamieg.1392
    @jamieg.1392 2 года назад +742

    RUclips should not demonitize this video. This was a teaching moment for farmers, ranchers, and the rest of your audience that may someday be in this same predicament. Thank you for posting this video. Stay blessed!

    • @theresabundy4002
      @theresabundy4002 2 года назад +36

      RUclips asked me to rate your comment 🤔👍

    • @margaretporkolab7166
      @margaretporkolab7166 2 года назад +34

      Very educational. Where else would people learn. On hands and visual is the best.
      Now you have to explain why you think what happen to cause the cow to abort the calf. Was the cow have enough nutrition or was the cow ram by another cow or did she slip and fell? All these thoughts should be explained to you viewers because most of them may not know. Myself I have experience but learning everyday. People don't realize that we are mammals and we all have similar problems when carrying a child. Nutrition, vitamin and mineral deficiency or just the blood count is wrong. Thank you for being an educator to all of us. The only thing I would have down was I would have drove a group of cows in with her so her stress level would be lower. That is me . Great video.

    • @MrEst1953
      @MrEst1953 2 года назад +22

      Nature does unpredictable things we will never know all the answers . Just keep doing all you can to keep the stock healthy that about all we can do. Talk it over with your Vet .

    • @nightmansmemo
      @nightmansmemo 2 года назад +14

      I was actually quite surprised the video was up. On the upside it does show that not everything goes perfectly

    • @pamelaremme38
      @pamelaremme38 2 года назад

      You tube is OWNED by the people that are ushering in global starvation and food shortages and the plandemic. Same tribe of Jesus deniers.

  • @R_B62
    @R_B62 2 года назад +179

    Mike, I'm sorry for the loss of the calf. As you were pulling that calf with the straps, I caught myself leaning back in my chair mentally trying to help you. I was raised in a rural area and spent my summer days as a teen bucking bales, cutting pigs and anything else the farmer needed help with using some young strong teen boys. Thank you for sharing the reality of life raising livestock, the good , the bad and everything in between. I think most people don't have a clue in what it takes both manually, financially and emotionally. As a side note; I am waiting on a 1/2 beef I purchased from one of my local farmers, should be ready in a couple weeks. Everyone out there should be doing the same thing, LETS SUPPORT OUR FARMERS AND RANCHERS!!!!

    • @mikesmadlife8029
      @mikesmadlife8029 Год назад +2

      I never thought about looking for a farm and buying straight from them thank you for the idea and I bet It’s way better

    • @nessiemccallum2866
      @nessiemccallum2866 Год назад

      Equhq

    • @sonianugent6429
      @sonianugent6429 Год назад +2

      We purchase from a farmer a couple hours away. We trust him he know the genealogy of his cattle. Grows his own feed and corn. The best beef I have ever eat. It is the only beef I can eat. If I get beef out intakes sick. If I get it from a store I get sick. I can't eat pork from a restaurant or store either. I get ill. It has to come from our guy. Other wise I get physically ill. I don't know what they are doing to our food but it is not good. I have to really watch produce from the store too.
      I am sorry this man lost his calf. I thank God he did not lose his cow as well

  • @cherylmillard2067
    @cherylmillard2067 2 года назад +247

    Don't second guess yourself after the fact, you did all that could be done after taking everything into consideration. Well done on presenting reality in a kind educational way. Thank you Mike.

    • @kenhartman9981
      @kenhartman9981 Год назад

      Hello Cheryl how are you doing today ?

    • @terrybrown5402
      @terrybrown5402 Год назад

      No he really didnt do everything he could have done. And its very important to second guess yourself. Even farmers are constantly learning throughout their careers. He needs to learn from these experiences and prepare for the next one. He was completely right to second guess himself.

    • @cherylmillard2067
      @cherylmillard2067 Год назад

      @@terrybrown5402 So tell us, what should he have done instead? The points you're trying to make go without saying, as in one does learn from the situation.

    • @kenhartman9981
      @kenhartman9981 Год назад

      @@cherylmillard2067 Where are you from?

  • @shar159
    @shar159 2 года назад +57

    Losing a calf is rough. Mom gets distraught. You get upset by the loss of a life as well as the loss of revenue. Thanks for showing the realities of ranch life.

  • @roxannefick6382
    @roxannefick6382 2 года назад +111

    We lost plenty of calves on our dairy farm. Everyone we lost was a hit in our paycheck and our heart. It's not easy to have a loss. Take care and god bless.

  • @cmoreson4281
    @cmoreson4281 2 года назад +63

    Mike you have more patience then I would have in -14 degree weather.

    • @LibraLady-hg4pd
      @LibraLady-hg4pd 2 года назад +4

      Wouldn't it be great if we not only Tolerated but enjoyed bitterly cold Temps say, like penguins do! Might even go for a refreshing swim afterward 🥶 seriously, you have all my respect & gratitude for your hard work, dedication, compassion and patience. You present yourself beautifully on video. You're a natural at being professional

  • @brendanperry6429
    @brendanperry6429 2 года назад +150

    Mike, hold you're head high; you did one hell of a job! You immediately picked up on the problem, did a dynamite job getting the pregnant cow into the barn; and did everything humanely possible to help the cow deliver the calf. I also was very impressed with how, at the very last second once you got her into the chute you made an incredible move; switching immediately from leading with you're ❤️ to leading with you're brain 🧠! You were emotionally determined, when approaching the cow in the rear to save that calves life. But, at the last second you STOPPED; head took the driver's seat, heart sat in the back seat. You put the safety bar up to protect both you & the cow. Wow! This is what a true professional does. It's easy, in this type situation to put blind faith into an animal; thinking they trust you & thinking they know you'll do right by them. WRONG. This is exactly where & how livestock accidents occur. You instantly prioritized SAFETY; it worked. Once again Mike, you didn't miss a beat; from beginning to end, so yeah I was truly impressed watching you do what you did. As you know only too well, this is all part of cattle ranching. You have a great touch with all of you're animals, don't ever change that.
    Questions:
    1. Can you ultrasound her before breeding her again to see if she has any internal problems?
    2. Do you give the cow antibiotics right after losing a calf?
    3. Is Oxytocin used on cattle? I know it's used for dogs to not only help induce labor; but to also deliver the pups more easily.
    I've bred, raised, trained, shown & imported German Shepherds for years. I spent a month in Germany; showing, training & buying a few dogs before returning home. I can't say enough about the breed! As far as cows go, I have 2 good friends who have farms near by. One has 150 Jerseys (have to keep a very close eye on those Jersey bulls 🐂😡🐂!!!) and the other has a herd of 40 which consists of mostly Simmental & a few Black Angus. Love going to both farms each week! Nothing like drinking raw Jersey milk; BEST,,,,,,,🤗.
    Have any of you seen, "Cattle First Documentary"; on RUclips? Wow! Yeah, it was that good! Educational, very family oriented, historical, entertaining, fun, motivational,,,,,,,Yup, I'd have to grade it as being an A+ all the way around! One of the many things I found of interest was how the cows calve throughout the month of May; vs January - April with countless farms across the country. They obviously claim, that by doing so; success rates are dramatically higher. Makes perfect sense.

    • @garyyounts2830
      @garyyounts2830 2 года назад +7

      Well said here. Thank you for sharing this for mike. It also help me.

    • @butterfly4him168
      @butterfly4him168 2 года назад +6

      Good infmormation

    • @jay-meabraham2001
      @jay-meabraham2001 2 года назад +8

      Oxytocin can be used on cows. But it's a catch 22. The cow had been in labor and was tired. If Oxytocin had been given you take a chance on prolapse. You do not give Oxytocin unless labor has stopped, or the contractions are not regular. You can ultrasound, both before and after breeding(to assure an embryo).

    • @brendanperry6429
      @brendanperry6429 2 года назад +8

      @@jay-meabraham2001 I wasn't sure, but after that very well thought out response; now I know! Thank you.

    • @Phlowermom
      @Phlowermom 2 года назад +9

      Interesting! When I had to go back to work after my daughter was born and my maternity leave was over I was determined to continue to nurse my baby. And I would try to time my breaks and lunch so I had sufficient time to fill a sterile thermos for the sitter for the next day. I remembered they had given me a pill to place in my gum and cheek and I couldn't remember the name, at that time they had told me of all its uses and I thought I remembered nursing/ lactation. I asked a nurse and he told me I wanted an Oxytocin nasal spray. He was right. He also told me that there had been a study done with dairy cows to see if Oxytocin would help with milk production in cows that were tapering down. It did help but they also found that eventually they didn't need to dose them. Just the sight of the farm tech coming into the barn at the usual time, patting each cow on the muzzle like he always did at the usual time without administering the spray and production stayed high. Their brains were trained by the hormones and the muscle memory that said this combination of factors results in full lactation, gush! He told me my brain would do the same thing for me and that after awhile, if I was committed to nursing only for the first year to eighteen months, the mere act of reaching for the nasal sprayer would bring me the same result. He was right. My sincere thanks for the cows!

  • @joannschiller6303
    @joannschiller6303 2 года назад +3

    You can tell by his demeanor that his cows are not just his business ,this was personal for him, and anybody who watches this video and sees the dedication that he has to these cows should never criticize this man ,or the type of the business this is yes I did say cattle business but it’s not only just a business to this man

  • @fredshiltz6189
    @fredshiltz6189 2 года назад +156

    I’m so glad you did put this video out. People need to see this. This was nature taking its course. We don’t need to hide the bad things in life. I know the emotions is overwhelming for you and your family right now. With the things going on the ranch and this happened. Everything must seem that everything is going wrong, but you will have better days coming. Hang in there Mike.

    • @bhappy9837
      @bhappy9837 2 года назад

      ××

    • @erikaadolphy4580
      @erikaadolphy4580 2 года назад +1

      Tierpark Hagenbeck
      Üül¡

    • @judithburke1539
      @judithburke1539 Год назад +3

      I've seen videos of terrible car crashes that had fatalities on U-Tube, even people getting shot and killed. Why would they have an issue with delivering a stillborn calf???

  • @rogerw2231
    @rogerw2231 2 года назад +52

    Mike sorry for the loss of the calf. This is exactly why I'm a supporter and I buy my meat from you. I will continue to do so. The way you care for and about your animals is amazing. Thank you for giving us another teachable moment.

    • @susannorman4476
      @susannorman4476 Год назад

      My heart breaks for the cow and you. A lot of work for the heartbreak. Mike, God bless you and your animals.

  • @lisaburns2117
    @lisaburns2117 2 года назад +12

    That was a tough morning. I’m sorry for the loss. Here’s to better days and healthy calves and mommys.

  • @mags102755
    @mags102755 2 года назад +46

    This was an important video, as sad as the outcome was. Mike, you saved the mother's life, and I know it was too bad that the calf was early. Thank you for sharing.

  • @LabRat14
    @LabRat14 2 года назад +73

    I’m so sorry about the calf! You were awesome how you reacted! I love the way you talk to the cows! Sending 🙏🏻🙏🏻 for a better calling season from here forth!

    • @AKKTerry
      @AKKTerry Год назад

      Hey Jean I just stumbled upon this video and saw your name.

  • @kristinreynolds577
    @kristinreynolds577 2 года назад +102

    Mike, your cows are very lucky to have you and Erin to take care of them. Is so unfortunate that this little one didn’t make it! I hope the Mom does well and has a beautiful baby next year! 💗💗💗

    • @chaparra71
      @chaparra71 2 года назад +2

      She’ll most likely be shipped/sold.

    • @48Pammie
      @48Pammie 2 года назад +3

      @@chaparra71 I doubt it. Mike realizes that life happens both good and bad.

    • @chaparra71
      @chaparra71 2 года назад +6

      @@48Pammie he’s also running a business. Carrying a cow over for a year when she is not going to provide a rancher with a calf to sell in the fall doesn’t work for the bottom line. Add to that the lack of pasture and the price of hay due to our ongoing drought, it’s not financially feasible.

    • @kristinreynolds577
      @kristinreynolds577 2 года назад +4

      @@chaparra71 Mike said that she’s a great cow and has produced several calves for them. It sure sounded like they’d keep her and see what happens next breeding season. It’s not the cows fault that something went wrong and he miscarried.

    • @chaparra71
      @chaparra71 2 года назад +3

      @@kristinreynolds577 😂 it’s never “the cows fault”, it’s just part of ranch if.

  • @deblawson1575
    @deblawson1575 2 года назад +62

    Hey Mike, I'm very sorry for the loss. Losing a critter is so sad, and frustrating. I think RUclips should leave this video alone, in this video you were honest and straight forth. I pray the rest of your cows have healthy calves and that it all runs smooth and easy, Or at least as easy as it can be.
    Once again sorry, I know how it feels.
    God Bless

  • @davidb.7223
    @davidb.7223 2 года назад +9

    Thank you for sharing a very difficult day. Another life lesson.

  • @carolyncavanaugh7249
    @carolyncavanaugh7249 2 года назад +54

    Mike, I watch so I can learn what cattle ranching truly is, and this is part of it. Some days are wonderful and some aren't. Thank you for showing us both.

    • @melanieburris816
      @melanieburris816 2 года назад +1

      Love the way you talk to her, so reassuring. So sweet 😋

  • @CowGirlKat8691
    @CowGirlKat8691 2 года назад +72

    Sometimes calving is full of distraught females & sometimes it goes smoothly - We always pray for smooth calving-foaling but prepare for the worst of course. Y'all did a good job with her!

  • @jeffmeans894
    @jeffmeans894 2 года назад +18

    My grandpa tries everything just like you did to save every cow and calf. You can do all you can do and the rest is left up to the good Lord. Hoping and praying for a better calving season for you all!!

  • @davidstewart2933
    @davidstewart2933 2 года назад +11

    My husband and I watched your video after we got home from work at 1:15 a m. I really appreciate you sharing real life on the ranch. I cry with you at your loss. I grew up on a small farm in a small country called Belize in Central America. Losing a farm animals is not easy especially when they are a source of income that the family depends on. Margaret

  • @lanwickum
    @lanwickum 2 года назад +24

    All us that have been through a few calving seasons have been in your shoes. Watching it on video. I am useless. It is worse to watch than to go through it myself. 🤣. Good work!

    • @tinagoodman7256
      @tinagoodman7256 2 года назад

      Didn't once hear "get in the barn, bitch!" If I had a nickel for each time I yelled that lol

  • @joycewhaley2863
    @joycewhaley2863 2 года назад +36

    I feel as if I lost that baby right along with you. 🙏🙏 For y'all and mama. Don't forget your watch. 💜💜💜

  • @pamela8136
    @pamela8136 2 года назад +14

    I feel your compassion Mike this is beyond your control.

  • @territn8871
    @territn8871 2 года назад +14

    It's never a good day when you have a stillborn animal of any kind. I'm just happy you were able to help her. And hopefully the antibiotics you administered will prevent infections and keep her healthy for future calving seasons. I'll say one thing, she was determined not to get fastened up in that stall. (Hope you remembered your watch!)

  • @tammycox9789
    @tammycox9789 2 года назад +17

    Mike, I'm so sorry about the baby calf. I hope the rest of the day goes better for you.

  • @dibell3662
    @dibell3662 2 года назад +11

    Sorry for the loss of the calf. Thanks for the share sad as it was ❤️

  • @barbaraberrier8840
    @barbaraberrier8840 2 года назад +7

    So sad, but it's good for people to see what farm life is all about, good and bad.
    Hope you remembered your watch.
    May tomorrow be a better day.

  • @catlockhart6965
    @catlockhart6965 2 года назад +62

    Folks, this is the ends and outs of real farm and ranch life. Not only do you have the bad, as Mike had today, but lets hope for the rest of calving to go better.

    • @lindajh5672
      @lindajh5672 Год назад +2

      FYI: The phrase is "ins and outs", not "ends and outs".

  • @bkehl1
    @bkehl1 2 года назад +13

    Good Video, shows exactly what farmers deal with daily and that life is not a given. Amazing how hard you work. Hope your week gets better.

  • @karbear26
    @karbear26 2 года назад +55

    I’m sorry you’re having a rough start on your calving season! I hope mom is ok and she has a better year next year if you decide to keep her! Thanks for being a real channel and showing the good and bad!

  • @sewmeonekenobi639
    @sewmeonekenobi639 2 года назад +10

    Mike, I am very impressed with your intuition. From my perspective, you were on it all the way. It is heart breaking to witness this loss. It is because of you and your family that I am even aware of the real-life side of ranching. Thank you for all you do.
    The fact that you were able to film through all of that, is on another level of impressiveness.

  • @pamela8136
    @pamela8136 2 года назад +17

    I am so sorry for your loss,but saving mom is a win. You guys make my day

  • @ZENMASTERME1
    @ZENMASTERME1 2 года назад +14

    God bless you in the work that you do!🙏🏽
    Mama cow Thanks You, and Papa cow tips his hat to you for saving his lady!!
    🎩🐄

  • @monsterboymom
    @monsterboymom 2 года назад +15

    OH! I'm so sorry for your loss, Mike and mama cow. I will pray the rest of your calves or born kickin' and ready to run! ❤🙏🏻

  • @pmchamlee
    @pmchamlee 2 года назад +2

    Sorry for the loss, but glad you discovered it.

  • @tamipalin8171
    @tamipalin8171 2 года назад +15

    Thank you so much, Mike, for showing ALL aspects of ranching, even the sad/less than pleasant ones!! I so appreciate your willingness to help educate people on the realities of life! Take care and blessings to you and your family!

  • @lynnatwmahalfsteading6139
    @lynnatwmahalfsteading6139 2 года назад +15

    Thank you so much for showing us the real life in a day.
    So sorry about the lost calf.
    Saying a prayer for mom to get well and the remainder to show us some beautiful calves coming into your Wyoming Life and our vlogs and daily life with you all during this season another day, something learned and wish you and your family the very best.

    • @jmat5857
      @jmat5857 2 года назад

      Did the placenta come away?

  • @amycowley213
    @amycowley213 2 года назад +41

    Mike, You did what you could considering the circumstances. My father in law is a cattleman and I've never seen a cow give birth, nor be pulled, or die. It's all part of the life of a rancher. I hope you are well. Love your channel!

  • @janetpoludniak1938
    @janetpoludniak1938 Год назад +3

    I don't understand why RUclips wouldn't monetized this. Excellent teaching opportunity. Farming/Ranching isn't all roses. Sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly is important and of value to others in your line of work who may never have had a situation like this one. Glad you shared this.

  • @laurendecarlo7559
    @laurendecarlo7559 2 года назад +16

    So sorry for your morning turning out the way it did! I hope the rest of calving goes better for
    you guys!

  • @austinpatterson1352
    @austinpatterson1352 2 года назад +39

    My prayers and thoughts are for you guys I hope you guys have a good calving season

  • @cspjkd
    @cspjkd 2 года назад +8

    Better days to you Mike. You and the family (and the calving season) deserve it.

  • @beverlygiroux2824
    @beverlygiroux2824 2 года назад +6

    You did a great job in analyzing the emergency., and did a great job helping Mom calve. So sorry you lost the calf but the poor little calf just wasn’t ready to survive in this cold world. Your sadness is obvious, it shows how much you care. And,two down….a bitter pill to swallow. And,this, too,, will pass. I understand the financial loss, as well. I do hope your day turned out better. God bless, Bev in Maine

  • @maryking4203
    @maryking4203 2 года назад +12

    Sorry about the calf, Mike and Erin. I am sure you need every one for a fresh start. Mike you did a good job helping with that birth. May God bless you with good weather and health for your family and your animals.

  • @4BetterEd
    @4BetterEd 2 года назад +10

    I"m happy with you for doing what was necessary to make sure that the best possible outcome occurs.

  • @yourmissingsock5190
    @yourmissingsock5190 2 года назад +12

    So sorry for your loss. May the rest of calving season be a blessing for you and the family.

  • @patriciatucker9707
    @patriciatucker9707 2 года назад +8

    This is the circle of life. You win some and you lose some. You couldn’t have known this was going to happen. You are great with all the animals. Love your videos.

  • @JanesDough855
    @JanesDough855 2 года назад +20

    That was definitely hard to watch, but I hope that Mama has healthier babies in the future. Thank you for sharing the video and showing us exactly what ranching life is all about. God Bless and I wish you success with the rest of the cow family.

  • @johncollins500
    @johncollins500 2 года назад +13

    I know it's hard losing a calf. We've lost a few. We lost a heifer & the calf couple weeks ago. Making a long story short she wondered off and we didn't find her back on the hill the next morning. Here in S. E. Ohio it's hilly and it was just in a spot that was hard to find. I sure momma cow will be alright. Good educational vid. for those that don't really know what goes on on a ranch. Thanks for sharing. Have a better rest of the day

    • @sherylhutton138
      @sherylhutton138 2 года назад +1

      Where in S.E. Ohio? I live in Chillicothe, Ohio myself and I watch these videos just for the education of it.

    • @johncollins500
      @johncollins500 2 года назад +1

      @@sherylhutton138 east of McArthur about 7 miles

  • @randybedker1584
    @randybedker1584 2 года назад +7

    Stuff like that happens on farms and can go from good to really bad quick. Great video.

  • @joannelin260
    @joannelin260 2 года назад +3

    I am so sorry for the loss of the calf. Ranching is a hard job and thanks, Mike, for doing it!

  • @deanm375
    @deanm375 2 года назад +17

    Sorry to see you have such a tough day Mike. You weregoing to lose that calf no matter what, but you did save the mother. Things will turn around and get better. I'm routing for you.

  • @august3777
    @august3777 2 года назад +30

    Wow. That was quite an experience. I'm sorry things didn't work out as well as it could have. But I'm very hopeful for you in the near future during calving season.

  • @MrSteveKape
    @MrSteveKape 2 года назад +14

    T’s & P’s for safe calving the rest of spring! On a side note, excellent editing of the video. The background music was perfect for the action. Bless you Mike!

  • @stevenironside4648
    @stevenironside4648 2 года назад +17

    Know the feeling mike, had a cow abort the calf late in the term as well and had to try and pull it, really rough situation as long as mother makes it through thats a plus in my mind in that situation.

  • @helenbell1988
    @helenbell1988 2 года назад +2

    Well you really impressed me !! You spotted it .. wrangled her on your OWN … delivered the calf !! Treated the cow !!! Earned my subscription right there !!

    • @kenhartman9981
      @kenhartman9981 Год назад

      Hello my friend how are you doing today?

  • @susancraig-conger9464
    @susancraig-conger9464 2 года назад +9

    First I am very sorry for the loss of the calf. I am glad you showed all as now hopefully a lot of viewers see how hard Cattle Farmers work both physically and emotionally. Emotionally? Yes in so many ways as you explained that is really #2, now you have to wonder how much you are down in other ways.
    Take care.

  • @Caninecancersucksrocks
    @Caninecancersucksrocks 2 года назад +4

    It’s always a thousand times harder to pull a when the calf isn’t alive, which I think most folk who’ve never been involved in all this don’t perhaps understand. Always a shame - it’s just a crap start to a day for you both, no doubt. I really hope YT doesn’t pull this down on you; this sort of experience is vital and critical for learning, especially for farmers who’re just starting out and perhaps don’t have someone more experienced to learn from.
    Those last few weeks are so vital to healthy calves - I’m still playing catch-up on your videos, but fingers and toes firmly crossed that this is a one-off for that cow and the rest of your 2022 season goes smoothly from here on out.

  • @kulsoomahsan4440
    @kulsoomahsan4440 2 года назад +13

    The snow looks beautiful! I'm sorry about the calf. I hope the cow is healthy and has a better go of it next year. I don't know how you did all that without breakfast. That's amazing. I need, at least, a cup of milk to get my brain up and running. :) I hope you have a good calving season. As always, the chiding of misbehaving cows gives me a good chuckle. Take care.

  • @susanpiele3372
    @susanpiele3372 2 года назад +8

    I'm sorry you lost your first baby of the season that's so sad you're going to have more babies on the on the ranch pretty soon and I'm going to watch the your babies grow keep up the good videos thank you

  • @Ranch_Hand_Jeff
    @Ranch_Hand_Jeff 2 года назад +8

    I'm very sorry Mike. I know how these events effect you. I know you will keep on keeping on. My heart is with you.

  • @jpmerrick8886
    @jpmerrick8886 2 года назад +4

    Mike has amazing patience unreal kindness

  • @cindythomas2116
    @cindythomas2116 2 года назад +6

    I'm so sorry Mike you did all you could. I really hope the rest of the calving goes well xx 🙏🙏🇬🇧

  • @leonaprice9028
    @leonaprice9028 2 года назад +6

    So sorry for the loss! Unfortunately, farming of any animals has it's tragedy's. Anyone who has watched your video's knows how much you care for your animals, and how much passion you have for what you do. When that passion and compassion is gone, it is time to move on.

  • @doolz3561
    @doolz3561 2 года назад +5

    Thank you for showing us city folk the true struggles of being a rancher. most people think they just wear cowboy hats and ride horses. and this vid should open the mind of the closed minded sheep.

  • @davidmerrifield7881
    @davidmerrifield7881 2 года назад +14

    Sorry about the calf. Part of farming. Just was thinking, a lot of times when a cow is in the crush and I'm using the jack the cow goes down when the calf is out a little, just you put that bar at the back of the cow, if the cow goes down and the calf is out even its legs that bar will be in the way. Just a thought. Love the channel Mike. Best wishes from Ireland 🇮🇪

  • @anne-marieolka6540
    @anne-marieolka6540 2 года назад +14

    You are a very compassionate man Mike. Thank you for sharing reality in ranch life with us. It strengthens our bond with you and your family and the true reality of the difficulties of ranch/farm life that all ranchers face. Thank you and I pray God gives you peace in your spirit. Tragedy in loss of life brings us down.

  • @jamizimmerman8501
    @jamizimmerman8501 2 года назад +7

    So sorry for the ranch’s loss. Praying for you guys. Stay strong and keep the cow/calving videos coming. Your knowledge and wisdom is so helpful to us just starting out. Please always share your real OWL.

  • @margaretmatteson-hammer7911
    @margaretmatteson-hammer7911 2 года назад +24

    Keep up the good work. Hoping the rest of the calving go well. I think it is important you educate the public on the reality of ranch life

    • @bobparsons77
      @bobparsons77 2 года назад +3

      too true, all in my thoughts.

  • @maureembjork6511
    @maureembjork6511 2 года назад +13

    Sorry Mike for the loss of the calf. I know you look at things differently then I do. I have 5 pet cows. A birth is a glorious thing. Of all 3 calf births here on my property , I've missed all 3. The last one we were even here for but didn't know when she was due. You have lots of patience. God bless you for that. Keep up the good work.

  • @donnagooding8252
    @donnagooding8252 Год назад +4

    I am glad you put this out. People need to see the reality of agriculture. People need to know what goes into that steak they are grilling. This was truly educational. Thank you. God bless you and your family.

  • @evelynmueller6523
    @evelynmueller6523 2 года назад +14

    Thank-you Mike for giving us insight of the reality ranchers/ farmers face. The outcome sucked, but your attitude is what will get you though this which you said yourself. You did an awesome job alone. Much respect to you and I'm glad it was posted.

  • @denisemmunger9437
    @denisemmunger9437 2 года назад +8

    So sorry Mike that you had to start your day this way. Never a good time. But you do always learn from it.

  • @lindapeterson7166
    @lindapeterson7166 2 года назад +12

    Hi Mike & Erin from south Texas.So sorry the calf didn’t make it.I love your channel.It even looks cold Mike.Have a wonderful week ahead.😊

  • @lisa-le2ou
    @lisa-le2ou 2 года назад +2

    I bred my goats to kid in April because I was taking a trip in March. came home from the trip to find one of my goats in labor. She had already miscarried one little goat when I found her. With the help of my neighbor who raises cattle a second was delivered. Both too small to survive. His first time delivering goats but he has helped many cows. I have the best neighbor in the world.
    So sorry that it ended the way it did for you. My heart goes out to you.

  • @themommymagic
    @themommymagic 2 года назад +2

    So very sorry for your loss 💕

  • @jasnonya3005
    @jasnonya3005 2 года назад +33

    Sorry to see this happen, I'm sure that hurts from both a husbandry and business sense! My prayers for your hay this year and smooth calving season. Hoping for better days God Bless it's obvious you did everything you could . Hope you grabbed your watch!

  • @udayadams
    @udayadams 2 года назад +3

    All I can say is God bless you Mike, me and my family are with you along the way

  • @JMJWill
    @JMJWill 2 года назад +2

    Sad and sorry for your loss, prayers for 36 healthy births. As you ask, don't forget your iWatch.

  • @philalfred8307
    @philalfred8307 2 года назад +2

    Mike, as my wife and I watched this video, we were both touched by the obvious emotion that you felt when you pulled the stillborn calf. Some may say that your concern was the thousands of dollars that loss represented. We don't believe that for a second.
    You love and honor your animals, one and all. We can see that in the way you care for them and their needs! Compared to some operations we have seen, your livestock is spoiled! And that's a good thing!
    Just so you know, my wife and
    I both had tears in our eyes!
    That's why we are so glad that we are new Patreon members. That's why it's an honor and privilege to support your agribusiness by purchasing your beef and pork products!
    I encourage everyone to join Patreon and support you and Erin!
    P.S. You know a rancher loves his livestock when he picks his pigs nose for him!

  • @lindaamaral1191
    @lindaamaral1191 2 года назад +9

    Dude...what an experience for you and the cow. She seemed rather emotional...i can relate. I was very impressed with how you kept your wits about tou at all times

  • @kelbyanschutz3941
    @kelbyanschutz3941 2 года назад +3

    Thanks for sharing Mike I know its tough but its important that people know and understand that ranching is not easy

  • @startinginexactlyatcornera5785
    @startinginexactlyatcornera5785 2 года назад +1

    You did a great job assisting your cow. I worked with a vet for many years and helped pull calves on several occasions. Some joyful and others not.

  • @the_fry_way
    @the_fry_way 2 года назад +12

    Wow - what a moving video on so many levels! Discovery should pick you guys up or you should do a docu series and charge an amount for it. Fantastic content! This is real life - for small gardeners, small animal growers, big animal growers..... the concept is the same! Very teaching video to educate! ~Lynette

  • @NS.Katz5541
    @NS.Katz5541 2 года назад +7

    I think the stress on the family with the drought has passed on to the heard as well the land couldn't provide this year all the farming in of hay may have came into play as well, I'm praying for better outcomes with the other moms this is a hard blow to you all be dealt with so late in season you guys have done what you could now it's up to the powers that be! 🇨🇦

  • @mikes9887
    @mikes9887 2 года назад +14

    Hey Mike this is Mike and Sherrill from Phoenix Arizona. Sorry to see you lost a calf, we know how important they are to you especially now. I agree with the last comment I read who said RUclips should not be monetize this video it is a teaching moment for some of us. As always we wish you all the best and look forward to your next video. PS hang in there

  • @stevenbeaucaire1161
    @stevenbeaucaire1161 2 года назад +4

    Thank you for keeping it real regardless of the situation. Just like anything in life, we have the good, the bad and the ugly. It’s not always sunshine and rainbows in ranching.
    I’m glad you published the video. It’s an important fact of what your do. Thank you for sharing.

  • @ralphadams6548
    @ralphadams6548 2 года назад +7

    My calving season started the same, 0/1. Pretty discouraging, but it comes with the job. Take comfort in knowing that there was nothing you could have done to prevent this one. Best of luck to you.

  • @reneedeetjen2180
    @reneedeetjen2180 2 года назад +4

    I am so sorry, thank you for sharing that with us. You did everything you could do, and more.Praying that mama cow will be ok and that you will be comforted as well.

  • @dianelorig6557
    @dianelorig6557 2 года назад +5

    You did everything you could. Having come from a dairy farm, my dad always said survival of the fittest. There was probably a defect with the calf (heart, etc) that caused mom to abort and this was best. Thankfully you got to her in time.

  • @audreydressel4345
    @audreydressel4345 2 года назад +3

    We ALL learn from experiences like these. So sorry for the loss.

  • @rspranchinmontana
    @rspranchinmontana 2 года назад +7

    Thanks Mike, for sharing the real life struggles we ranchers face every day. All you did was in the best interest of saving lives. The calf looks as though it never had a chance but when we see that during a hard pull delivery, the focus becomes saving that Mom. You did everything right on! I am dumbfounded when RUclips, and other online sites, dont allow natural things like animal births to be shown. I often find that non-ranching folks just dont understand the natural processes anymore. There's no APP on your phone, no Google search or RUclips video that truly gets you through the life & death things that we deal with on a ranch. Bottom line? You do your very best. You stay focused and committed to animal welfare and human safety. You care. Truly, deeply and passionately CARE about every single life in your care. You do that Mike. Great work.

  • @patriciabeyer7824
    @patriciabeyer7824 2 года назад +7

    😥 Sorry Mike. I was hoping and praying for calf and mom. 😳 You stayed so calm. I grew up on a farm. Moms and Calves are so important.
    I hope your day picks up. 🇨🇦💞🐂 God bless you all.

  • @mamasaurus4856
    @mamasaurus4856 2 года назад +5

    Between my own experiences and those I've known during my horse and cow years (God I miss it, but I'm disabled now), there were of course bad experiences. Even one where my former farrier stopped breeding afterwards from the heartbreak. But such strong efforts to help come from love and passion for our animals and jobs, even if it doesn't work out. ❤

  • @henry7765
    @henry7765 2 года назад +1

    This video definitely goes on your TOP 10 educational video list. Thanks for posting

  • @sarahpetersen2496
    @sarahpetersen2496 2 года назад +1

    You are breaking new ground sharing this serious moment. You saved the cow. It was very hard work in freezing conditions. The cow was distraught & hard to herd to the barn. Your patience is remarkable. Great work!

  • @BillSkidmoreoutside
    @BillSkidmoreoutside 2 года назад +8

    Great video bud, its a bad way to start the day, but glad you shared it, for all of those people that have never had to deal with stuff like that, especially in the super cold temperatures

  • @christinaholcomb1093
    @christinaholcomb1093 2 года назад +7

    Thank you for sharing this heartbreaking peek into ranch life. God bless you for your compassion.

  • @sherryswafford4561
    @sherryswafford4561 2 года назад +2

    Mike so sorry for the loss of the baby I know how hard you work to save them when you can but there was nothing you could do for this one but at least you were able to save the mother this time, because I know you had in the back of your mind while you were working on this mother and and baby you were thinking about the mother and baby you just lost a little while ago under basically the same circumstances going into labor way too early and you lost that cow and baby and that had to be so hard on you especially with all the restructuring yall have just done and you're down to a smaller herd so every cow and calf really count so to lose both and mother cow and her calf really hurt and now to lose another calf but at least this time you were able to save the cow so count your blessings where you can and praise God that you caught this one in time and saved her. Just know you're doing everything right and you're an excellent farmer and you take care of your all of your animals the best you can. Yall are an amazing family. God bless yall

  • @mattsteitzer1457
    @mattsteitzer1457 2 года назад +4

    I am glad you show all aspects of ranching.its a tough life but you do a great job of making it real. Especially during these difficult times. Thanks for sharing your life with us