You gave 110% to try to save the little one. Don't beat yourself up. You did your best like you always do. Raising animals is an adventure no matter what they are. We have raised rabbits, chickens, hogs and steers. We've had them do well and had to make decisions when things went wrong. Goes with the territory. You guys are wonderful with your animals. Take care and hope you have better day tomorrow. God bless!
Yes, i love the way that they not only care for them, but they respect them! I cannot help but think God will honor that. He is learning hard lessons of love and trust. He (they) will make it with character through all the tough time ahead. I am so proud of them!
Almost a wild animal😅😅😅 raising these Buffalo for-profit AKA slaughter? Your mr. Do-it-yourself doesn't know anyting to the degree that qualifies you twerk with Buffalo because you lack the brain matter
It's amazing to see how incredibly strong the maternal instincts are with this cow, considering how young she is, this being her first calving, she was NOT willing to let her baby out of her sight. So sad he didn't survive but this is life out on the range.
I'm so sorry you lost your little red dog. Y'all tried so hard to save the little guy. I admire the love and care you give to your animals. I'll keep you and your family and my prayers and of course the bison too.
I’m so sorry about the loss!! Everyone worked so hard to save the little one. That was pretty intense from watching, I can’t imagine how it was doing it.
I appreciate how nicely you speak to Melissa when under all this pressure. You never raise your voice or yell at her when she’s saying “I can’t” or whatever and that shows us all how you can keep your cool and show her how to do the task at hand. You’re a good husband Dusty. You treat your family well. ❤
Yes, I've too appreciated the respect you give each other. In a world that sometimes seems upside down crazy, there is love & respect on your ranch. You risk your neck, to give all you can find inside you, to help your animals. These are dangerous situations sometimes, & you still understand & respect their right to be anxious & nasty. You are great caretakers of them all. I'm intimidated by their size personally, but I'm so impressed by your spirit of, "I'm responsible for these guys...& all the babies!" Good on you guys! This loss is very hard to reconcile, but your efforts are not a loss!❤
I’m sorry for the loss of the red dog. It has been a very difficult summer calving. The fact you did everything you could shows the care you have for all your animals.
I grew up on a farm in Eastern Ks. One of our neighbors raised bison. My dad would help out at their ranch sometimes. They had a calf that was born sickly and they told my brothers if they could keep it alive, they could keep it. My brothers, being only about 10-13 y/o, stayed in our barn with that calf, through the night. Unfortunately it died early that morning. My sister and I were only about 6-7 years old and I think we were as heartbroken as my brothers were.
I'm a Kansas girl too. Don't see too many 🦬. Three or four in the only "herd" I know of. Several people have one or two. Certainly, unless your name is Ted Turner, you have to visit sites like this to ground yourself in yesteryear's lifeblood.
Thank you Dusty and Marissa for doing everything you could possibly do to save your red dog. Thank you Doc Parsons for always being available with your professional advice. And thank you Jared and Joelle for being there to help Dusty, Marissa, and their red dog. God bless all of you and the bison. 💜🦬🦬🙏🏻
They are truly amazing people. We were so sad about the outcome, but raising animals is not always easy, the challenges allow us to grow and learn. We are thankful for the ability to learn alongside Dusty and Marissa and appreciate their dedication to what they do.
It’s definitely a learning experience. Hopefully, your wisdom and experience will help others along their journey. I never knew about Bison and your channel until I saw Daniel( Arms Family), coming to help you one day in his video, work the bison for their shots and things. After that, I was hooked. You and Marissa are a great team together! Love your channel.
So sorry you lost this beautiful baby. 🐾❤️🐾 You definitely did all you could possibly do. Don’t beat yourself up! Love your videos and your transparency. 💖❤️💝
You all did great trying to help this baby n mom!! These people were great people to help you out!! You all did 110 % to help this baby bison !! Love n Blessings
So sorry for your loss. You did such a heroic effort for that calf. It is one of the many lessons and experiences in raising your bison. We all wish you well! ❤
Dusty you are such a gentle kind man & you did everything you could to save this little red dog. Nature is a funny thing & although sad this little bull was not meant to be. Take comfort in yourself that you did everything you could to save him. You truly are AMAZING & take pride in your never ending knowledge you get from Doc. The bison are so blessed to have you ❤ How wonderful to see how much you truly care.
God Bless everyone at the Cross Timbers Bison Ranch and friends. Each of you did everything you could to save the little red calf. Don't beat yourself up. Each of you worked as hard, as fast, and as safe as each of you could. 🙏 💕
So very sorry about the red dog. Thankful no one was hurt and grateful you had friends there to help resuce the baby. You did all you could. My heart goes out to you and Marisa.💖
Omg. I can’t stop crying. All of you did so much for this little guy. What a heartwarming attempt to save him. I am so sorry. You both have so much good in you May God bless you always ❤❤
I'm a city boy, but I really enjoy your channel and your stories as you raise these classic American animals. You made the best decision, it just didn't work out. But the lessons learned help you move forward in the future. I can see the love you have for your family and your animals. That is why I keep coming back to your channel. I love when you share your adventures.
Thanks for not pulling any punches on how hard it is to raise these majestic animals. You are an honest, ethical and caring rancher. Keep doing what you're doing and God be with you, Marissa and your herds.
Having raised horses I know that feeling. You did everything you could. It was breaking my heart watching that valiant cow, bless her heart. I respect and admire you and your family’s commitment to your animals. ❤
My heart goes out to you all. You take excellent care of those animals with a lot of passion. Hang in there. Will be saying a prayer for rain and cooler temperatures.
There was something more wrong with the calf than you know is wrong. When you share the good and the bad and this time you did the best you can do for them Dusty I love ❤️ what you and Miress do for the Bisons the are wonderful amazing animals ❤ you and your family!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I appreciate when you tell stories, Dusty. It will be good when we can all get back to happier stories. I prefer your honesty, the real day to day life over a sugar coated half story. I hope your friends take up bison raising. They surely have the straightforward willingness. Blessings of Abundance in all that you may need & healthy red dogs & Mommas. ❤️
It’s been a rough summer but this season of heat is out of your control. Praying for relief and a snowy winter so they can romp in the snow. The videos of Dunbar and the herd a few years back was a sight to behold. They were like children seeing their first glimpse of snow 🥰🥰🥰
Global warming is real and it will affect all of us. Don't listen to the lies from the magats. We have to work together and do everything we can to clean the
You did an amazing job trying to save this red dog bull calf Dusty, so very sorry he passed. Mama was so determined to get her baby, but nature is sometimes cruel. Thank you for taking us on your journeys ❤
I'm glad you gave it a try. I wouldn't expect anything less from you. Anybody who watches your channel knows you are very compassionate to all the animals.
My prayers are with you and Marissa. Thank you for everything you do … thank you for keeping life real and a special thank you for the care and compassion you have for these beautiful, majestic animals. I just found these videos yesterday and I am hooked ❤
Sorry for your lose of that precious Red Dog. You do the best you can with the knowledge you have and with the help of others. Please never give up on the love you have for these awesome animals!
So sorry to hear about the loss of another red dog. You did all you could for that little one and apparently it wasn’t his time to live. What an adventure you took us on to get him up to the barn. Exciting and still heartbreaking to have him to pass. Thank you for taking us on your adventure today at the Ponderosa !💕
God Bless you Dusty. Absolutely nobody could ever say you don't give your all to those Bison. You and your new friends risked life and limb trying to save that little baby. It just wasn't in the cards. Thank you for keeping it real on your channel. People need to see that raising these animals isn't a walk in the park. You have a special kind of heart. Don't ever change. We need more men like you in this world.
I’m so sorry for you all!!! I was Praying that you’d make it and the calf would pull through. You all did more than I ever thought could be done to save this calf. God Bless and keep doing the job that you’re doing. You do make a difference!! I love 💗 your family!!!
There are times of plenty, and there are times where there is a lot of loss. It sucks when it goes wrong, but you learn and grow, and come to appreciate the good times more. Thanks for sharing the hard along with the joy.
Watching from rural South Africa, how heartbreaking for all of you. All four of you showed amazing bravery and commitment to the Bison. My greatest respect to you all!
I have just recently found your videos and have become a subscriber. I can tell, and not just through this video but others as well, what a man of compassion and integrity you are. I was so hoping for the best for this little animal and was heart broken with the outcome, but you did everything you could do. Your love for what you do, for your family and friends, and the animals that you have there is so evident. It is so nice to see the real life workings on the bison farm, the good and the bad. Thank you. We will continue to celebrate and cry with you, and hope for all the best in what you are doing. 🇨🇦
You really showed your awareness when you explained the difference between your bison and bison in Yellowstone. As a retired teacher, i am aware of your willingness to teach us. Sometimes people at church ask me how my bison are doing 😊
Dusty at least you can say you guys tried I’m so sorry for another loss on the farm this summer has been brutal with the heat & drought and prayers that things get better for ya ❤
Maybe during red dog season you should carry an ice chest with colostrum in it when you do herd checks. Thank you for sharing this with us. I am so sorry for your loss 😢
i have had the same thoughts about carrying an emergency kit & supplies.along with you. i was a visiting nurse and carried IV medicnes in a cooler in the car as i made my rounds of home visits. IDK how that would work with colostrum, Does it come in a dried form, or. concentrate that is ‘shelf stable”? Even just having IV fluid to hydrate a calf, could make a difference when time is.of the essence. I marvel at the mysterious force of Providence that brought you,Marissa and your friends together in 2 vehicles @ the place and time to rescue the the little Red Dog . I am so sorry that baby did not survive. perhaps there was something else wrong with the baby, in addition to the heat, that it couldn’t stand up to get the vital colostrum. perhaps a birth injury, or prolonged diffcult labor? It has been a special learning experience us watching. Dusty, you have had a such a difficult summer. it would seem that you have been “in training” to acquire advanced skills, “Doctoring” the Wild Bison. Maybe you are being “called” to to go forward to become a Veterinarian. You could practice into you elder years, teaching and directing the younger generations of Bison ranchers. A lofty calling, to be sure, but you would make an excellent Vet.❤
@@marilynbridges8697 sub cutaneous as I specified is just sliding it into the skin and running the fluids from an iv bag. The fluids get absorbed through the tissue vs needing a vein, that's why I suggested it. I'm in no way suggesting one starts an IV in the middle of raging bison. It's stick and flow, a litre goes in and stops dehydration. While en route to getting colostrum in the mouth. Sigh but, believe what you want.
Yes I hydration. Stick it in just under skin back of neck it will make a fluid bump and get absorbed . Now horse people they have a time frame list of certain things that need to happen in a certain amount of time. Afterbirth leaving the mom, baby standing on it's legs in a certain time frame, baby finding and latching on and actually getting suction etc is there maybe talking to the doc you could come up with a bison time frame checklist of certain things to help you
You worked so hard to try and save that calf. Sadly, it didn't live. To lose three in the same year after having so many healthy babies, this year and in previous years helps all of us realize how amazing the miracle of birth really is. And how things can go wrong. I'm glad you had help from the other couple and Marrissa. Thanks for keeping us updated on the good and hard parts of bison ranching.
I AM SO SORRY DUSTY FOR THE LOSS OF THIS BABY BOY. YOU MADE A GALLANT ATTEMPT TO TRY AND SAVE HIM. I THOUGHT THE MOMMA WAS GOING TO JUMP IN THE LITTLE TRUCK A FEW TIMES. I WAS CLINCHING MY SEAT FOR SURE, WOW.
@@jessehachey2732 And you need to calm down and be less rude. Not everyone is so informed and as critical as you are about simple mistakes. Few can attain your level of perfection, so you are likely to stay pissed at the world and that is not good for your blood pressure.
You are a part of true America, the oldtime original herds that crossed our fields and ranges all I can say is THANKS for keeping the pure breed alive and strong which represents creatures that reminds us of Americas past.
So sorry for your loss. You did the best you could under very difficult circumstances. I live on a small homestead with a very small herd of domesticated zebu and it can be difficult in this very small, controlled environment. What you and everyone that day, went through and accomplished under extremely difficult circumstances was just amazing- great patience, dedication and compassion.
Dusty, you need to know that you all did your best for that red dog and the Mama. You at least gave him a chance. I'm sure everyone who follows you will agree. God bless you and ease your heart!!
Crying...you did everything you could...again...the poor momma...the sadness in these circumstances...the joy in others...all part of the whole picture. TFS❤
Well done Dusty , Marissa and new friends. While the outcome was sad, you did the right thing. You gave that calf the only fighting chance he had. As you said, you also learn from this therefore it was in no way a waste of time nor a wrong move. Man ya’ll work well under pressure. ❤
Dusty and Melisa I’m so sorry for the loss of the baby bison. You two are incredibly compassionate about your animals and it is always so sad to lose a baby.
Young man, I was stressed just watching this! God bless you for your courage but man..😬 We can tell you love these beautiful creatures and give your all for them! Sorry it wasn't in the cards for a win this time 😢 That couple will sure have a story to tell for sure! God bless y'all ❤
I’m sorry for the loss of the red dog. But this was probably the best learning experience for your visitors to see how different they are than cows in a stressful situation. ❤
You guys performed above and beyond what was possible to help the Mama and baby. You have an amazing documentation of the strength of the mother's attachment to her baby. Wow. You guys showed your true strength of character in trying to save the red dog. My heart goes out to you.
I’m wondering the same thing… I’m in Florida and my friend raises cattle and has lost several calves and had necropsies on them…nothing wrong with them and he believes it is the unbelievable heat this year. Just heartbreaking
So sorry that you lost the little red dog, Dusty 😢 You and Marissa are such loving care takers of your bison 🦬 and did everything you could to save the little one. But sometimes everything doesn’t work and this was one of those heartbreaking times❤️ May this be the last loss this year🙏 Thoughts and prayers for you, your family, and your bison 🦬 Also praying that your area of the country cools down a bit and that the rains will ❤️❤️❤️‼️‼️‼️
Thank you for telling people the difference between bison in the wild and bison being raised somewhat domestic. Thank you for being a concerned and informative rancher. God Bless
I am so sorry you lost another little reddog 😢 the upside is you have learned more in this next step and will know what to do to make things better for yourselves. Thanks for your honesty ❤
So sorry you guys had such a day. What a blessing that you had those folks visiting. They really came thru. As for you and Marissa......you two were calm, focused. And full of LOVE❤️ for your bison. Truly an example to all humans who chose to take on the care of an animal. Be out a hamster or bison. You guys are the epitome of commitment and I thank you for sharing this with the world. NAMASTE
You tried, that is what matters. Poor baby didn’t stand a chance otherwise. Plus, sounds like you also learned what you could do differently if a similar situation arises. So sorry for the three losses this summer. One thing I know for sure, all of you have the heart for what you do. Thank you for helping to save an amazing animal. Your awesome!! Found your channel June/July. I’ve been feast on bison videos. Enjoying learning all about the process. I’m not dumb enough to think I could ever approach one of those animals, especially a mama. Thank you and keep the videos coming.
I am so so sorry that the little guy didn't make it. You are awesome with your care and love of your bisons. Thank you for all you do and for sharing it with us.
Seeing this is absolutely amazing!! So very sorry for the loss of a beautiful calf. Y'all did everything you could do. You are so dedicated to your herd. It's obvious how much they mean to you. I only recently came across your site, but, now watch as much as possible. As heart breaking this was, there had to be a reason. Like you said Mom was young and the heat is so hard on these animals. Bless y'all and the work you do with these majestic animals!! Love the videos!!
I'm so sorry for your loss. You always go the extra mile for your animals, and that's what counts. Stay strong, and sending love and prayers for your herds.
Here's a big virtual hug for you all! Also, prayers of comfort for your heavy hearts. It's always hard when you love your animals and have such a passion for raising them. It's not hard to see how much you tried to do all you could do. Bless you all! ❤️🙏😥
You and your family are so honest and real about everything i can see you struggling almost crying.. this is life. Thankyou for bringing us closer to reality.
You tried and that is what counts. It shows how much you care for these bison. Raising animals that are not tame is a difficult task. You can't get hands on like other farm animals. Don't apologize for showing your feelings, we are right there with you, shedding tears and feeling sad also. I feel I'm an extension of your family, albeit distant, and am on the journey with you and your immediate family. May God bless you all and we'll keep praying for rain. Thank you for taking, us on the journey ❤
It saddened me to see the loss,but you did all you could. I never experienced Bison until I went to Custer State Park. I was an aww of how massive these animals are. We followed the rules,stayed in our truck, and kept our distance. One old bull decided to walk down the middle of the road and coming toward us. We stopped and allowed him to pass. So amazing!!
I am so sorry you lost the bull calf. You guys worked so hard to save it. It's just heartbreaking I know. You guys worked as fast as you could and there wasn't anything else you could do. Are you guys due to have any more calves any time soon? Thanks for sharing this experience with us. Y'all are wonderful people. A truly awesome family and ranchers raising Bison 🦬 God bless y'all always 🙏💜🦬💕
You gave it your all, Dusty. Good on you for trying to help that newborn calf. I'm very sorry for your loss, and it has indeed been a rough spring/summer for you this year. You and Marissa have been doing a wonderful job of rolling with the punches this season has brought you. That cow did her best to be a good mama. A huge shout out to your guests who jumped right in and helped in an emergency. Being bone dry like he was, he'd been there for a while in the building heat. God bless you folks.
I'm so sorry. It's not about saving all of them. It's about trying to save them all! You go above and that's what I love about your family! Thank you again and love to you all!
So sorry Dusty to hear about the lost of another red dog. Thank you and Marisa for sharing your bison with us. I look forward to your videos and have learned a lot. I have always loved the beautiful bison. Sending prayers that y’all get rain soon. 🙏🏼🌻❤️
Thank you Dusty for being a straight shooter telling it like it is. You and Marissa and everybody else there with you did all you could. Maybe it just wasn’t meant to be. Please don’t beat yourself up about it. I know you will. I would to it’s hard to lose an animal. Take care and God bless.❤
Marissa and Dusty You did everything you could to save that red dog and comfort his Momma, remember that. I am sorry for your loss. How is the Momma doing now? ❤
You gave 110% to try to save the little one. Don't beat yourself up. You did your best like you always do. Raising animals is an adventure no matter what they are. We have raised rabbits, chickens, hogs and steers. We've had them do well and had to make decisions when things went wrong. Goes with the territory. You guys are wonderful with your animals. Take care and hope you have better day tomorrow.
God bless!
Yes, i love the way that they not only care for them, but they respect them! I cannot help but think God will honor that. He is learning hard lessons of love and trust. He (they) will make it with character through all the tough time ahead. I am so proud of them!
A major learning experience.
You are such a great rancher… Your channel gives us the good, bad and in between… Thank you , it’s so interesting!! Love it
I just love the way you care for these animals. So sorry this happened😢
Almost a wild animal😅😅😅 raising these Buffalo for-profit AKA slaughter? Your mr. Do-it-yourself doesn't know anyting to the degree that qualifies you twerk with Buffalo because you lack the brain matter
Thank you and family for caring for your animals! May God continue to bless you and your family!!!
It's amazing to see how incredibly strong the maternal instincts are with this cow, considering how young she is, this being her first calving, she was NOT willing to let her baby out of her sight. So sad he didn't survive but this is life out on the range.
I'm so sorry you lost your little red dog. Y'all tried so hard to save the little guy. I admire the love and care you give to your animals. I'll keep you and your family and my prayers and of course the bison too.
I’m so sorry about the loss!! Everyone worked so hard to save the little one. That was pretty intense from watching, I can’t imagine how it was doing it.
I appreciate how nicely you speak to Melissa when under all this pressure. You never raise your voice or yell at her when she’s saying “I can’t” or whatever and that shows us all how you can keep your cool and show her how to do the task at hand. You’re a good husband Dusty. You treat your family well. ❤
I also noticed that!
You are a compassionat man and as is your wife, you take the best care possible and thank you for sharing.
I also noticed that, he doesn't lose his cool under all the pressure, he's an exceptional human
Yes, I've too appreciated the respect you give each other. In a world that sometimes seems upside down crazy, there is love & respect on your ranch. You risk your neck, to give all you can find inside you, to help your animals. These are dangerous situations sometimes, & you still understand & respect their right to be anxious & nasty. You are great caretakers of them all. I'm intimidated by their size personally, but I'm so impressed by your spirit of, "I'm responsible for these guys...& all the babies!" Good on you guys! This loss is very hard to reconcile, but your efforts are not a loss!❤
A real man😊
I’m sorry for the loss of the red dog. It has been a very difficult summer calving. The fact you did everything you could shows the care you have for all your animals.
I grew up on a farm in Eastern Ks. One of our neighbors raised bison. My dad would help out at their ranch sometimes. They had a calf that was born sickly and they told my brothers if they could keep it alive, they could keep it. My brothers, being only about 10-13 y/o, stayed in our barn with that calf, through the night. Unfortunately it died early that morning. My sister and I were only about 6-7 years old and I think we were as heartbroken as my brothers were.
I'm a Kansas girl too. Don't see too many 🦬. Three or four in the only "herd" I know of. Several people have one or two. Certainly, unless your name is Ted Turner, you have to visit sites like this to ground yourself in yesteryear's lifeblood.
I'm so sorry for your loss. You all did your best trying to save him. Prayers to you all and the Momma.
I think the mother bison understood you were trying to help her baby and was just glad to be able to be with it to give what comfort she could. ❤
I'm so sorry for your loss, and so glad for your heroic efforts to try to save him.
I know it was heartbreaking to lose him. 😢
Can we just CELEBRATE this incredible page? I literally watch every video in suspense and I love everything this man has done for his herds!
Thank you Dusty and Marissa for doing everything you could possibly do to save your red dog. Thank you Doc Parsons for always being available with your professional advice. And thank you Jared and Joelle for being there to help Dusty, Marissa, and their red dog. God bless all of you and the bison. 💜🦬🦬🙏🏻
Heartbreaking but you all did your best. Proud of how caring you are with these wonderful Bisons❣️🙏
They are truly amazing people. We were so sad about the outcome, but raising animals is not always easy, the challenges allow us to grow and learn. We are thankful for the ability to learn alongside Dusty and Marissa and appreciate their dedication to what they do.
It’s definitely a learning experience. Hopefully, your wisdom and experience will help others along their journey. I never knew about Bison and your channel until I saw Daniel( Arms Family), coming to help you one day in his video, work the bison for their shots and things. After that, I was hooked. You and Marissa are a great team together! Love your channel.
So sorry for your loss, sending love and hugs from the UK xx❤❤
I’m so sorry about this Red dog! You did so well trying to save him! You’re such a great and caring rancher!
Yeah you are a great caring rancher
It’s a bison calf not a red dog
Sorry about The Bison that died the red dog.
I have a question. Is a bison the same as a buffalo are there differences
Aarav
The red dog
So sorry you lost this beautiful baby. 🐾❤️🐾 You definitely did all you could possibly do. Don’t beat yourself up! Love your videos and your transparency. 💖❤️💝
You all did great trying to help this baby n mom!! These people were great people to help you out!! You all did 110 % to help this baby bison !! Love n Blessings
So sorry for your loss. You did such a heroic effort for that calf. It is one of the many lessons and experiences in raising your bison. We all wish you well! ❤
Dusty you are such a gentle kind man & you did everything you could to save this little red dog. Nature is a funny thing & although sad this little bull was not meant to be. Take comfort in yourself that you did everything you could to save him. You truly are AMAZING & take pride in your never ending knowledge you get from Doc. The bison are so blessed to have you ❤ How wonderful to see how much you truly care.
God Bless everyone at the Cross Timbers Bison Ranch and friends. Each of you did everything you could to save the little red calf. Don't beat yourself up. Each of you worked as hard, as fast, and as safe as each of you could. 🙏 💕
So very sorry about the red dog. Thankful no one was hurt and grateful you had friends there to help resuce the baby. You did all you could. My heart goes out to you and Marisa.💖
Genuinely sending love and support to all four of you who worked so deeply from your hearts for this calf and his momma.
Omg. I can’t stop crying. All of you did so much for this little guy. What a heartwarming attempt to save him. I am so sorry. You both have so much good in you May God bless you always ❤❤
I'm a city boy, but I really enjoy your channel and your stories as you raise these classic American animals. You made the best decision, it just didn't work out. But the lessons learned help you move forward in the future. I can see the love you have for your family and your animals. That is why I keep coming back to your channel. I love when you share your adventures.
Thanks for not pulling any punches on how hard it is to raise these majestic animals. You are an honest, ethical and caring rancher. Keep doing what you're doing and God be with you, Marissa and your herds.
Having raised horses I know that feeling. You did everything you could. It was breaking my heart watching that valiant cow, bless her heart. I respect and admire you and your family’s commitment to your animals. ❤
You can tell you really care about these animals and their well being- a part of your family for sure.
My heart goes out to you all. You take excellent care of those animals with a lot of passion. Hang in there. Will be saying a prayer for rain and cooler temperatures.
You don't get to see the soft side of a bison often at all. Just watching how the mama is with her baby is a whole other side. Love it
There was something more wrong with the calf than you know is wrong. When you share the good and the bad and this time you did the best you can do for them Dusty I love ❤️ what you and Miress do for the Bisons the are wonderful amazing animals ❤ you and your family!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you for pointing out what a blessing each natural calf growing is. Sorry for your loss. You've had a tough summer. Don't give up the fight.
I appreciate when you tell stories, Dusty. It will be good when we can all get back to happier stories.
I prefer your honesty, the real day to day life over a sugar coated half story.
I hope your friends take up bison raising. They surely have the straightforward willingness.
Blessings of Abundance in all that you may need & healthy red dogs & Mommas.
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It’s been a rough summer but this season of heat is out of your control. Praying for relief and a snowy winter so they can romp in the snow. The videos of Dunbar and the herd a few years back was a sight to behold. They were like children seeing their first glimpse of snow 🥰🥰🥰
Global warming is real and it will affect all of us. Don't listen to the lies from the magats. We have to work together and do everything we can to clean the
You did an amazing job trying to save this red dog bull calf Dusty, so very sorry he passed. Mama was so determined to get her baby, but nature is sometimes cruel. Thank you for taking us on your journeys ❤
I'm glad you gave it a try. I wouldn't expect anything less from you. Anybody who watches your channel knows you are very compassionate to all the animals.
This heat has been awful and you did everything you could
Prayers for you all
Truth ❤ so sorry for your loss
Sorry the calf didn't make it. I'm so glad yall did everything possible to save him. It speaks hugely about your character and love for the animals.
So sorry about the calf, it’s been a rough summer but you all put your lives in danger trying to save this baby.✨🙏✨
I don't think Dusty and Marissa would have had it any other way. It's heartbreaking as it gets trying to save the red dogs. 🤗❤️🦬
My prayers are with you and Marissa. Thank you for everything you do … thank you for keeping life real and a special thank you for the care and compassion you have for these beautiful, majestic animals. I just found these videos yesterday and I am hooked ❤
Sorry for your lose of that precious Red Dog. You do the best you can with the knowledge you have and with the help of others. Please never give up on the love you have for these awesome animals!
Thanks for sharing the story about your Red Dog. The Momma was very attentive. She will be good for the herd.
God bless you all. You certainly did everything you could do to help that little calf. I’m so sorry you lost him.
Sorry, you worked hard to save the baby. You have a heart of gold 😊
Sad moment need to stay focused very hard to see and deal with but those animals are cared for better than most
All you can do is try your best and you did.
So sorry to hear about the loss of another red dog. You did all you could for that little one and apparently it wasn’t his time to live.
What an adventure you took us on to get him up to the barn. Exciting and still heartbreaking to have him to pass.
Thank you for taking us on your adventure today at the Ponderosa !💕
Just the gold! Honesty and conviction will always win! And love will always prevail!
God Bless you Dusty. Absolutely nobody could ever say you don't give your all to those Bison. You and your new friends risked life and limb trying to save that little baby. It just wasn't in the cards. Thank you for keeping it real on your channel. People need to see that raising these animals isn't a walk in the park. You have a special kind of heart. Don't ever change. We need more men like you in this world.
Thank you all you do, sorry for your loss of the red dog ❤
I’m so sorry for you all!!! I was Praying that you’d make it and the calf would pull through. You all did more than I ever thought could be done to save this calf. God Bless and keep doing the job that you’re doing. You do make a difference!! I love 💗 your family!!!
There are times of plenty, and there are times where there is a lot of loss. It sucks when it goes wrong, but you learn and grow, and come to appreciate the good times more. Thanks for sharing the hard along with the joy.
Watching from rural South Africa, how heartbreaking for all of you. All four of you showed amazing bravery and commitment to the Bison. My greatest respect to you all!
I have just recently found your videos and have become a subscriber. I can tell, and not just through this video but others as well, what a man of compassion and integrity you are. I was so hoping for the best for this little animal and was heart broken with the outcome, but you did everything you could do. Your love for what you do, for your family and friends, and the animals that you have there is so evident. It is so nice to see the real life workings on the bison farm, the good and the bad. Thank you. We will continue to celebrate and cry with you, and hope for all the best in what you are doing. 🇨🇦
So very sorry for your loss. You did everything you could for baby and young momma. I love seeing your bison and your ranch videos.
You really showed your awareness when you explained the difference between your bison and bison in Yellowstone. As a retired teacher, i am aware of your willingness to teach us. Sometimes people at church ask me how my bison are doing 😊
Dusty at least you can say you guys tried I’m so sorry for another loss on the farm this summer has been brutal with the heat & drought and prayers that things get better for ya ❤
My heart goes out to all involved in this rescue! Mama bison ❤💔
Maybe during red dog season you should carry an ice chest with colostrum in it when you do herd checks. Thank you for sharing this with us. I am so sorry for your loss 😢
And Iv rig to give subcutaneous fluids in the field or enroute
@@joywebster2678 Even if he had the training to give IV fluids, it is not possible in this situation due to the understandable aggression of the moms.
i have had the same thoughts about carrying an emergency kit & supplies.along with you. i was a visiting nurse and carried IV medicnes in a cooler in the car as i made my rounds of home visits. IDK how that would work with colostrum, Does it come in a dried form, or. concentrate that is ‘shelf stable”? Even just having IV fluid to hydrate a calf, could make a difference when time is.of the essence. I marvel at the mysterious force of Providence that brought you,Marissa and your friends together in 2 vehicles @ the place and time to rescue the the little Red Dog . I am so sorry that baby did not survive. perhaps there was something else wrong with the baby, in addition to the heat, that it couldn’t stand up to get the vital colostrum. perhaps a birth injury, or prolonged diffcult labor? It has been a special learning experience us watching. Dusty, you have had a such a difficult summer. it would seem that you have been “in training” to acquire advanced skills, “Doctoring” the Wild Bison. Maybe you are being “called” to to go forward to become a Veterinarian. You could practice into you elder years, teaching and directing the younger generations of Bison ranchers. A lofty calling, to be sure, but you would make an excellent Vet.❤
@@marilynbridges8697 sub cutaneous as I specified is just sliding it into the skin and running the fluids from an iv bag. The fluids get absorbed through the tissue vs needing a vein, that's why I suggested it. I'm in no way suggesting one starts an IV in the middle of raging bison. It's stick and flow, a litre goes in and stops dehydration. While en route to getting colostrum in the mouth. Sigh but, believe what you want.
Yes I hydration. Stick it in just under skin back of neck it will make a fluid bump and get absorbed . Now horse people they have a time frame list of certain things that need to happen in a certain amount of time. Afterbirth leaving the mom, baby standing on it's legs in a certain time frame, baby finding and latching on and actually getting suction etc is there maybe talking to the doc you could come up with a bison time frame checklist of certain things to help you
You worked so hard to try and save that calf. Sadly, it didn't live. To lose three in the same year after having so many healthy babies, this year and in previous years helps all of us realize how amazing the miracle of birth really is. And how things can go wrong. I'm glad you had help from the other couple and Marrissa. Thanks for keeping us updated on the good and hard parts of bison ranching.
I AM SO SORRY DUSTY FOR THE LOSS OF THIS BABY BOY. YOU MADE A GALLANT ATTEMPT TO TRY AND SAVE HIM. I THOUGHT THE MOMMA WAS GOING TO JUMP IN THE LITTLE TRUCK A FEW TIMES. I WAS CLINCHING MY SEAT FOR SURE, WOW.
And then you had to get the Momma back to her herd. There is a story there too, I’m sure. Thank you for the care and love of your animals.
@@alisonlightner866No need to YELL 🙄🤦🏼♂️ Learn basic social media etiquette FFS!
@@jessehachey2732 And you need to calm down and be less rude. Not everyone is so informed and as critical as you are about simple mistakes. Few can attain your level of perfection, so you are likely to stay pissed at the world and that is not good for your blood pressure.
You were lucky you had people who were able to help. So sorry it didn't work out saving the calf. You take care of your animals so well.❤❤❤❤
You are a part of true America, the oldtime original herds that crossed our fields and ranges all I can say is THANKS for keeping the pure breed alive and strong which represents creatures that reminds us of Americas past.
So sorry for your loss. You did the best you could under very difficult circumstances. I live on a small homestead with a very small herd of domesticated zebu and it can be difficult in this very small, controlled environment. What you and everyone that day, went through and accomplished under extremely difficult circumstances was just amazing- great patience, dedication and compassion.
Dusty, you need to know that you all did your best for that red dog and the Mama. You at least gave him a chance. I'm sure everyone who follows you will agree. God bless you and ease your heart!!
Crying...you did everything you could...again...the poor momma...the sadness in these circumstances...the joy in others...all part of the whole picture. TFS❤
Well done Dusty , Marissa and new friends. While the outcome was sad, you did the right thing. You gave that calf the only fighting chance he had. As you said, you also learn from this therefore it was in no way a waste of time nor a wrong move. Man ya’ll work well under pressure. ❤
I love your stories, you are doing an amazing job with those bison. My heart goes out to you and Marisa. ❤
So sorry for your loss. You are so good with your animals.
You did all you could to save the red dog. You are a very caring person!
Dusty and Melisa I’m so sorry for the loss of the baby bison. You two are incredibly compassionate about your animals and it is always so sad to lose a baby.
Young man, I was stressed just watching this! God bless you for your courage but man..😬 We can tell you love these beautiful creatures and give your all for them! Sorry it wasn't in the cards for a win this time 😢
That couple will sure have a story to tell for sure! God bless y'all ❤
💜ugh, I can see the pain in your eyes. I'm so sorry for the loss this year. It must be hard to tell these stories to us. Thank you for sharing 💜
The good the bad and the sad - thank you for sharing. Your compassion for these herds is inspiring.
I’m sorry for the loss of the red dog. But this was probably the best learning experience for your visitors to see how different they are than cows in a stressful situation. ❤
You guys performed above and beyond what was possible to help the Mama and baby. You have an amazing documentation of the strength of the mother's attachment to her baby. Wow. You guys showed your true strength of character in trying to save the red dog. My heart goes out to you.
It's so hard to lose an animal. I'm just wondering how much this extreme heat might be playing a part?
I’m wondering the same thing… I’m in Florida and my friend raises cattle and has lost several calves and had necropsies on them…nothing wrong with them and he believes it is the unbelievable heat this year. Just heartbreaking
So sorry that you lost the little red dog, Dusty 😢 You and Marissa are such loving care takers of your bison 🦬 and did everything you could to save the little one. But sometimes everything doesn’t work and this was one of those heartbreaking times❤️ May this be the last loss this year🙏 Thoughts and prayers for you, your family, and your bison 🦬 Also praying that your area of the country cools down a bit and that the rains will ❤️❤️❤️‼️‼️‼️
Take care and stay hydrated 🍀💚🍀💚🦬
She is an amazing first time mom, and you all did a great job giving her a chance to prove that.
You guys did you very best to save that baby. I never seen a family that loves their animals more than you guys.
Thank you for telling people the difference between bison in the wild and bison being raised somewhat domestic. Thank you for being a concerned and informative rancher. God Bless
You do your best and let go of the rest. Raising critters has more curve balls than anyone can imagine. Thanks for sharing your life with us. Hugs,
I am so sorry you lost another little reddog 😢 the upside is you have learned more in this next step and will know what to do to make things better for yourselves. Thanks for your honesty ❤
So sorry for your loss! You guys tried your very best with the red dog. Blessings and tender g'ma hugs to you all
So sorry for your loss. I cried along with you Dusty. 😢
So sorry you guys had such a day. What a blessing that you had those folks visiting. They really came thru. As for you and Marissa......you two were calm, focused. And full of LOVE❤️ for your bison. Truly an example to all humans who chose to take on the care of an animal. Be out a hamster or bison. You guys are the epitome of commitment and I thank you for sharing this with the world. NAMASTE
You tried, that is what matters. Poor baby didn’t stand a chance otherwise. Plus, sounds like you also learned what you could do differently if a similar situation arises.
So sorry for the three losses this summer.
One thing I know for sure, all of you have the heart for what you do. Thank you for helping to save an amazing animal. Your awesome!!
Found your channel June/July. I’ve been feast on bison videos. Enjoying learning all about the process. I’m not dumb enough to think I could ever approach one of those animals, especially a mama.
Thank you and keep the videos coming.
I am so so sorry that the little guy didn't make it. You are awesome with your care and love of your bisons. Thank you for all you do and for sharing it with us.
You did the right thing. It’s always right to help the animals we care for.
😢 So heart breaking but you tried so hard and how wonderful these blessed people were there to help.
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Seeing this is absolutely amazing!! So very sorry for the loss of a beautiful calf. Y'all did everything you could do. You are so dedicated to your herd. It's obvious how much they mean to you. I only recently came across your site, but, now watch as much as possible. As heart breaking this was, there had to be a reason. Like you said Mom was young and the heat is so hard on these animals. Bless y'all and the work you do with these majestic animals!! Love the videos!!
I'm so sorry for your loss. You always go the extra mile for your animals, and that's what counts. Stay strong, and sending love and prayers for your herds.
Here's a big virtual hug for you all! Also, prayers of comfort for your heavy hearts. It's always hard when you love your animals and have such a passion for raising them. It's not hard to see how much you tried to do all you could do. Bless you all! ❤️🙏😥
You and your family are so honest and real about everything i can see you struggling almost crying.. this is life. Thankyou for bringing us closer to reality.
You tried and that is what counts. It shows how much you care for these bison. Raising animals that are not tame is a difficult task. You can't get hands on like other farm animals. Don't apologize for showing your feelings, we are right there with you, shedding tears and feeling sad also. I feel I'm an extension of your family, albeit distant, and am on the journey with you and your immediate family. May God bless you all and we'll keep praying for rain. Thank you for taking, us on the journey ❤
Awwwwwwww mama 😢running after her baby ....ya'll worked so hard for this baby....
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It saddened me to see the loss,but you did all you could. I never experienced Bison until I went to Custer State Park. I was an aww of how massive these animals are. We followed the rules,stayed in our truck, and kept our distance. One old bull decided to walk down the middle of the road and coming toward us. We stopped and allowed him to pass. So amazing!!
I am so sorry you lost the bull calf. You guys worked so hard to save it. It's just heartbreaking I know. You guys worked as fast as you could and there wasn't anything else you could do. Are you guys due to have any more calves any time soon? Thanks for sharing this experience with us. Y'all are wonderful people. A truly awesome family and ranchers raising Bison 🦬 God bless y'all always 🙏💜🦬💕
You gave it your all, Dusty. Good on you for trying to help that newborn calf. I'm very sorry for your loss, and it has indeed been a rough spring/summer for you this year. You and Marissa have been doing a wonderful job of rolling with the punches this season has brought you. That cow did her best to be a good mama. A huge shout out to your guests who jumped right in and helped in an emergency. Being bone dry like he was, he'd been there for a while in the building heat. God bless you folks.
I'm so sorry. It's not about saving all of them. It's about trying to save them all! You go above and that's what I love about your family! Thank you again and love to you all!
I'll second that!
So sorry Dusty to hear about the lost of another red dog. Thank you and Marisa for sharing your bison with us. I look forward to your videos and have learned a lot. I have always loved the beautiful bison. Sending prayers that y’all get rain soon. 🙏🏼🌻❤️
Thank you Dusty for being a straight shooter telling it like it is. You and Marissa and everybody else there with you did all you could. Maybe it just wasn’t meant to be. Please don’t beat yourself up about it. I know you will. I would to it’s hard to lose an animal. Take care and God bless.❤
Marissa and Dusty You did everything you could to save that red dog and comfort his Momma, remember that. I am sorry for your loss. How is the Momma doing now?
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so sorry for the loss of the little one i love watching every thing you do
This is so sad. I’m so glad that you did all that you could for this dear little red dog. Y’all have had such a summer!!