Get a trocar from the vet and keep on hand. Thats the best way to deal with bloat. I love watching Wilder do chores, he is so enthusiastic about everything. We have one small pasture that we use as a sacrifice pasture for winter feeding, then that pasture get rest in the spring and summer, then they get put back into the small one in the fall. I love watching you experiment, I remember when you take about doing those hams.
Thanks for sharing your family and farm life with us. Wilder is absolutely precious, growing so fast and so smart ! I love how all of your beautiful children are learning every aspect of farming. Stay happy, healthy, hydrated and safe. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Actually it is past time to get rid of him. Dairy bulls are notorious for turning on their owners. I am very concerned for the children, and I am very experienced with dairy bulls.
It's ridiculous and makes my head hurt why they keep that bull. But I think it goes with the philosophy here to let the bull beat her to death if it's his nature.
So who took care of the animals while you were away? The break for the family was a needed part of life, now you have a fresh look at the farm. I look forward to seeing all the improvement you make for your animals this year. And wish a healthy spring for all.
So much time invested in your homeplace. You all have done so well in keeping up with it though it is not right next door. The "homeland" is somewhat distant.
Concerning your pasture. You could also hand cast some field grasses in the area thats torn up. It will just come up in the spring with the rest of your grass.
Wow Wilder is just amazing as ALL your children are- well done to you both. I am so glad your cow was ok. I would love to try that pork as it will be interesting to see what the others that are hanging are like, hope you sort your geese out. Cheers Denise - Australia
That poor cow is terribly underweight. I know they lose some weight in winter but that’s too much. I’d double up on her grain. You can put a tube down the throat to get to the rumen. You don’t need to stick it with a knife. I’ve never seen anyone do that with an animal with bloat. Hope your poor cow gets some extra food.
You might want to get a vet out to see your cow. She is super thin. Bones showing all over the place. Your cow has a big problem keeping weight on. Needs to be seen by a vet. Could be some other issues going on. I would keep that bull away from her at all times. As you have only 1 cow to 1 bull, not good. You need more cows, or get rid of the bull, or put him in an area where he can't get to the cow at will. Sad to see a cow that thin. That bull is a HUGE problem for such a small homestead. I think you guys did better when you just had goats. I would scale down until you are back on the farm full time. Good Luck.
Living tradition homestead had their calf sick with a bloated belly, they put something in his side to let out the air, but for one month they battled the vets tried everything and they lost their calf. I am glad your cow had the problem from laying on her side and sorted out. Thank goodness you did not have to put a knife in her.
I love Wilder. He is so cute about helping with chores. He's really good with the chickens (at least they are about his height). I'm glad he is a little afraid of the cow. She probably wouldn't even see him if he got in the way. I think he'll be a good farmer when he grows up. 💖💖💖
Glad Alice is okay. I had to separate my Clara Belle from her (at that time 5 month old bull calf and the bull). She was toooo pulled down. She’s doing better and has filled out nicely....Alice looks pulled down...she might be getting weak...always great to see your crew.
Wilder is a wonderfully helpful and very smart youngster! The fact that you talk to him and give him quality time made this happen so quickly in his life! Mr Brown could learn so much from Wilder.
could add a second hinge to the gate, to be lifted as the bedding gets deeper. I think it's fun that people think she is so skinny while your talking about boat. I have my heavie months and my skinnier months, opposite of the cows tho. LOl
That cured meat would add wonderful flavour to a stew, soup or casserole, just use it like you would seasoning or flavouring. I wonder if you could grate it? That idea is making my mouth water. Wilder is growing up to be such an amazing little homesteader! All your children are such a blessing. God bless you and your family!
Our goats can get bloated from eating the wrong thing. They learn what not to eat, but we have to quickly medicate them for relief. We drench with corn oil and a malox type med, which breaks up the bubbles in the Reuben. If a kid, we add pepto bismal to the corn oil and raise up the front end, jiggle the belly to encourage burping. So far has worked every time and they are back eating within 12 to 24 hours. Don’t know about cows. So glad your cow found relief so fast!
Before you use a trocar or a substitute, you would move them as you did successfully, then you would use a product like bloat- ease or oil and and anti foaming agent. If those fail then you would use a trocar.
So glad your cow is ok. They do make a plastic screw thing that screws into the cows upper side for that purpose . You smack it against their hide to make a hole then push hard as you screw it into fhe rumen. Wilder is such a sweetheart. Hes been very entertaining for us. So glad your family had him.
So glad you've made it back! I know you had a great trip. I really couldn't see you Art but Bri, you were delighted with everything you were experiencing. I'm it was the same for you you as well.
My mom had to knife a calf one time because my father was not home. She got up the courage and did it... then realized she had done the wrong side and had to do it again. After she did the correct side the calf got up and was perfectly fine. They just sprayed the wounds with blue cote and it healed fine
Art, have you thought about buying a Trochor & Cannula for your cows when it's needed? It's a less traumatic, cleaner & safer way to release the bloat. You should also talk to your Vet about what to do for a twisted stomach, which happens a lot with dairy cows. One method is to make your cow lay down & get her on her back, which usually untwists their gut & then they use a needle & thick thread to tack the stomach in place so it won't twist again. Have you ever watched The Incredible Dr. Pol? He's been in practice for 40 years & uses these techniques regularly for these conditions & they're the easiest ways that farmers can do themselves, which saves you Vet bills. All you have to do is have your Vet show you how to do these techniques yourselves & could save your cows lives because these conditions can be lethal to cows. By the time you get a Vet to come out to your homestead they could very likely die. I think every homesteader should watch The Incredible Dr. Pol. I've seen so many problems homesteaders have to deal with, which they could easily take care of themselves, if they have a good working relationship with their Vets to guide them. You could even learn how to castrate your excess roosters, to raise Capons, which is the best chicken you've ever tasted because it eliminates all sex hormones from their meat & their dressed out weight could average 8-14 #'s & you could sell them for a really good price. You should check it out. It's a French technique & you could check out the breed of bird they use for Capon. You usually see them sold in stores around the holidays & the meat is the best chicken I've ever tasted.
Chickens that eat eggs, need calcium and you can save the shells after you use them. Boil and let cool and give them the shells back. They will leave the eggs alone.
the salted hams my dad always salted ours down in a wooden salt box. when you slice some off soak the slices in water for a few minutes the longer you soak it the less salted it will be when you fry it
Compare the adult geese. Look at them from front. This works with domestic breeds, not with Canadian. Between the legs the males & females hold that part of breast/belly different - Males r higher, females r lower slung. I've raised 5 breeds & it works
She's a milk cow. Dairy animals put a lot of energy into making milk, especially since she's a jersey which produces a TON of milk. She's pregnant, nursing two calves, and providing milk for the family at times. They will dry her up, as you are supposed to do, a few months before she calves and she will put on weight like crazy.
Well I'm glad you guys had a safe trip home I really enjoyed watching the videos on butchering the Hogs as well as all the different meats that you got out of it that that was impressive I wish people would do more of that because I people tend to waste so much whether it's their own animals or if they're moose hunting or deer or elk or bear even there's just so much to be used and it I hate it when people waste it makes me sick to my stomach I bet the little ones were happy to see mom and dad when they got back
The meat seems more like German bündnerfleisch (boonder-flesh) or Italian capocolla/coppa. Bündnerfleisch is very salty and best when served paper thin, it tends to be soft and best eaten like prosciutto, on its own or cooked in pasta, or wrapped around other stuff. Coppa is more like a salami, harder texture and can be eaten in sandwiches. I worked for a snooty deli in the 80s and got the down-low from our charcuterie vendors. Bündnerfleisch with a slice of havarti is a delicious combination! Coppa has a bit more of a 'beefy' flavor and texture, and only gets better as it ages and dries, it can be cut into chunks and used in a lovely carbonara.
He is just the best little helper. I love watching how happy he is when he's doing chores with dad!!
Piece of that salt pork would be good in a pot of green beans, pea soup or dried beans.
He is such a good little helper.
He is Just the best little helper l Love watching how happy is when he s doing chores with dad l xxxxxx💖❤
This little boy is learning so much from such a young age, it's wonderful how you all are teaching your children
Wilder is a born farmer. He's so helpful and dedicated to do the chores. I just want to hug him.
Wilder is the best farm 🚜 hand, adorable 😍 his enthusiasm is priceless.
Get a trocar from the vet and keep on hand. Thats the best way to deal with bloat. I love watching Wilder do chores, he is so enthusiastic about everything. We have one small pasture that we use as a sacrifice pasture for winter feeding, then that pasture get rest in the spring and summer, then they get put back into the small one in the fall. I love watching you experiment, I remember when you take about doing those hams.
Wilder is the cleverest and sweetest little boy, you must be soon proud! 💞
Awe, Wilder is such a helper.
What a joy Wilder is. So smart and eager to help and learn.
Thanks for sharing your family and farm life with us.
Wilder is absolutely precious, growing so fast and so smart !
I love how all of your beautiful children are learning every aspect of farming.
Stay happy, healthy, hydrated and safe.
May God continue to bless you and your family.
Geese settle in pairs. So if you have 5 and just one is being attacked you likely have 2 mated pairs and one who is in it's own
What a great help Wilder is!! He is so curious! Beautiful. Be well from Canada 🇨🇦
Congratulations!!! How exciting! A new baby ☺️
I think it's time to get rid of that bull.
I was just coming to say the same thing. I think this would be my breaking point with him.
DEFINTELY BYE-BYE BULL. IF YOU had more cows ... here hay is so expensive can't afford to keep bucks
The bull needs a new home he hurts her
Her frame is not strong enough to bare his weight...
Actually it is past time to get rid of him. Dairy bulls are notorious for turning on their owners. I am very concerned for the children, and I am very experienced with dairy bulls.
It's ridiculous and makes my head hurt why they keep that bull. But I think it goes with the philosophy here to let the bull beat her to death if it's his nature.
Oh my goodness can't get enough of Wilder. He's so cute and smart. It's good to see everyone. God Bless to all
That little man is the future I want to see
Such a lovely little boy always a smile on his face . A great little helper!!💐👍
Poor Alice.. the bull would would passed to a new home...and its time to wean them...Alice need a break.
Wilder is the most precious little farmer!
Change the hinges so the gate opens out
😆 she's a good sister..he is so precious
So who took care of the animals while you were away? The break for the family was a needed part of life, now you have a fresh look at the farm. I look forward to seeing all the improvement you make for your animals this year. And wish a healthy spring for all.
So much time invested in your homeplace. You all have done so well in keeping up with it though it is not right next door. The "homeland" is somewhat distant.
Wilder is an AWESOME helper!!!
You learned a lot on your trip. Look forward to seeing put to use.
Wilder is an amazing little boy. He just really seems to process all these complicated processes.
The baby is growing so fast and so articulate for such a little guy. His smile could melt a heart of stone.
Chickens eat their eggs when they are lacking calcium .
I think he would make a really good hamburger!! I think if you had a herd of cows he would be fine but she just will get picked on till he kills her;(
Lots of warning signs from this bull that he has the potential to do harm!
i love to see how excited Wilder is to help his daddy.. He is so smart
I fixed my egg eater by giving my hens oyster shells, cause it could be a low calcium problem.
You have the sweetest helper.
Concerning your pasture. You could also hand cast some field grasses in the area thats torn up. It will just come up in the spring with the rest of your grass.
Wow Wilder is just amazing as ALL your children are- well done to you both. I am so glad your cow was ok. I would love to try that pork as it will be interesting to see what the others that are hanging are like, hope you sort your geese out. Cheers Denise - Australia
Enjoyed your visit in Arkansas, but also glad you both are safely home. God bless.
That little farmer is absolutely precious!
Your little boy is just so darling!
Wow! Your milk cow is too skinny!
Just wait. She will gain again as Spring comes. She always gets a bit skinny late in lactation and through the winter.
he is so cute want to help dad he macks me happy !!!! wow what a big boy god bless u all
Art, please throw in sometes the original intro for your videos as well as the ending quote, I love it!
That poor cow is terribly underweight. I know they lose some weight in winter but that’s too much. I’d double up on her grain. You can put a tube down the throat to get to the rumen. You don’t need to stick it with a knife. I’ve never seen anyone do that with an animal with bloat. Hope your poor cow gets some extra food.
You might want to get a vet out to see your cow. She is super thin. Bones showing all over the place. Your cow has a big problem keeping weight on. Needs to be seen by a vet. Could be some other issues going on. I would keep that bull away from her at all times. As you have only 1 cow to 1 bull, not good. You need more cows, or get rid of the bull, or put him in an area where he can't get to the cow at will. Sad to see a cow that thin. That bull is a HUGE problem for such a small homestead. I think you guys did better when you just had goats. I would scale down until you are back on the farm full time. Good Luck.
Great helper!
Living tradition homestead had their calf sick with a bloated belly, they put something in his side to let out the air, but for one month they battled the vets tried everything and they lost their calf. I am glad your cow had the problem from laying on her side and sorted out. Thank goodness you did not have to put a knife in her.
His so adorable awwww❤️❤️
When we had yoke on our eggs and broke eggs for weeks...it ended up being a very big black snake. Moved it down on the property...no more problems.
Not in winter. This is definitely a a feathered thief.
Hi Art , we have a thing called a trocar for bloated cows,I just love Wilder he is sooooo sweet .
As always, a joy to watch. Wilder just could not get more cute.
OMG Wildet is just adorable! I could just eat him up! Dad you are such a great dad encouraging him to help and learn!
Your little man is such a good help. One look you can’t see he loves it.
I love Wilder. He is so cute about helping with chores. He's really good with the chickens (at least they are about his height). I'm glad he is a little afraid of the cow. She probably wouldn't even see him if he got in the way. I think he'll be a good farmer when he grows up. 💖💖💖
Arkansas was great and informative but I really missed your children. Wilder is such an awesome trooper!
I'd say it's time for that bull to go bye bye!!! He is just too much for her.
He is so cute and such a great little helper.
Glad Alice is okay. I had to separate my Clara Belle from her (at that time 5 month old bull calf and the bull). She was toooo pulled down. She’s doing better and has filled out nicely....Alice looks pulled down...she might be getting weak...always great to see your crew.
He is just so cute! Love watching your family!
Waw what a great wee man helping dad.
That charcuterie board in your clip from the class was gorgeous.
Wilder is a wonderfully helpful and very smart youngster! The fact that you talk to him and give him quality time made this happen so quickly in his life! Mr Brown could learn so much from Wilder.
Good stuff. Great video.
You have a cute little farm hand there.
All of the kids are gorgeous but little Wilder is a Angel he's so sweet.
So glad to see you guys. A good breath of fresh air. From Ontario Canada
could add a second hinge to the gate, to be lifted as the bedding gets deeper. I think it's fun that people think she is so skinny while your talking about boat. I have my heavie months and my skinnier months, opposite of the cows tho. LOl
Wilder is such a good little farmer definately in his blood xx
some times we have birds(magpie) that come in barn and crack open eggs
Wilder is having so much fun his Dad with the farm chores. He is so cute and adorable when he is on the farm. Love you guys. 🥰♥️💞
That cured meat would add wonderful flavour to a stew, soup or casserole, just use it like you would seasoning or flavouring. I wonder if you could grate it? That idea is making my mouth water. Wilder is growing up to be such an amazing little homesteader! All your children are such a blessing. God bless you and your family!
Your youngest is just adorable.
LOOKS LIKE YOUR YOUNGEST SON WILL BE A GREAT FARMER
Our goats can get bloated from eating the wrong thing. They learn what not to eat, but we have to quickly medicate them for relief. We drench with corn oil and a malox type med, which breaks up the bubbles in the Reuben. If a kid, we add pepto bismal to the corn oil and raise up the front end, jiggle the belly to encourage burping. So far has worked every time and they are back eating within 12 to 24 hours. Don’t know about cows. So glad your cow found relief so fast!
Glad to see u back at homestead
Before you use a trocar or a substitute, you would move them as you did successfully, then you would use a product like bloat- ease or oil and and anti foaming agent. If those fail then you would use a trocar.
So glad your cow is ok. They do make a plastic screw thing that screws into the cows upper side for that purpose . You smack it against their hide to make a hole then push hard as you screw it into fhe rumen. Wilder is such a sweetheart. Hes been very entertaining for us. So glad your family had him.
It's called a trocar.
So glad you've made it back! I know you had a great trip. I really couldn't see you Art but Bri, you were delighted with everything you were experiencing. I'm it was the same for you you as well.
Not sure if you're into dried beans and peas, but if you cook them with a chuck of that ham, it make them very flavorful.
My mom had to knife a calf one time because my father was not home. She got up the courage and did it... then realized she had done the wrong side and had to do it again. After she did the correct side the calf got up and was perfectly fine. They just sprayed the wounds with blue cote and it healed fine
You need to sell your bull!
I love watching Happy family
Except mom huh.....LOL Love you folks..Blessings Wilder is such a sweet little man.
Maybe add some crushed eggshells a couple days a week. That’s what Justin Rhodes did last year when his chickens started eating the eggs.
Enjoyed that 😊
Aged salt cured pork is also good to make pork and bean soup! Many good recipes for that pork that you cured!
Love you all😘
Love seeing the kids honesty with your dried 🐖. 🥰
Art, have you thought about buying a Trochor & Cannula for your cows when it's needed? It's a less traumatic, cleaner & safer way to release the bloat.
You should also talk to your Vet about what to do for a twisted stomach, which happens a lot with dairy cows.
One method is to make your cow lay down & get her on her back, which usually untwists their gut & then they use a needle & thick thread to tack the stomach in place so it won't twist again.
Have you ever watched The Incredible Dr. Pol? He's been in practice for 40 years & uses these techniques regularly for these conditions & they're the easiest ways that farmers can do themselves, which saves you Vet bills. All you have to do is have your Vet show you how to do these techniques yourselves & could save your cows lives because these conditions can be lethal to cows. By the time you get a Vet to come out to your homestead they could very likely die.
I think every homesteader should watch The Incredible Dr. Pol. I've seen so many problems homesteaders have to deal with, which they could easily take care of themselves, if they have a good working relationship with their Vets to guide them.
You could even learn how to castrate your excess roosters, to raise Capons, which is the best chicken you've ever tasted because it eliminates all sex hormones from their meat & their dressed out weight could average 8-14 #'s & you could sell them for a really good price.
You should check it out. It's a French technique & you could check out the breed of bird they use for Capon.
You usually see them sold in stores around the holidays & the meat is the best chicken I've ever tasted.
Wilder is so sweet
Hi..... 🎥👍👍👍
How many chances does the bull get? Seems like he has been a big risk on the farm for awhile now.
Chickens that eat eggs, need calcium and you can save the shells after you use them. Boil and let cool and give them the shells back. They will leave the eggs alone.
Not always, we give a calcium supplement.
TyJesus :) your little boys a worker :)
She missed you, bless her heart!
So glad your cow was okay after all. And Congrats on the arrival of your new family member! Super happy for you!
New family member?
From a long time ago now! We would smell bloat and dose our cows. It was never a big problem for us but that is my recollection of it. 💞
the salted hams my dad always salted ours down in a wooden salt box. when you slice some off soak the slices in water for a few minutes the longer you soak it the less salted it will be when you fry it
Compare the adult geese. Look at them from front. This works with domestic breeds, not with Canadian. Between the legs the males & females hold that part of breast/belly different - Males r higher, females r lower slung. I've raised 5 breeds & it works
That cow is thin hopefully you guys can get her to put on weight..she has the best little rancher to help her.
She's a milk cow. Dairy animals put a lot of energy into making milk, especially since she's a jersey which produces a TON of milk. She's pregnant, nursing two calves, and providing milk for the family at times. They will dry her up, as you are supposed to do, a few months before she calves and she will put on weight like crazy.
Well I'm glad you guys had a safe trip home I really enjoyed watching the videos on butchering the Hogs as well as all the different meats that you got out of it that that was impressive I wish people would do more of that because I people tend to waste so much whether it's their own animals or if they're moose hunting or deer or elk or bear even there's just so much to be used and it I hate it when people waste it makes me sick to my stomach I bet the little ones were happy to see mom and dad when they got back
Use the salt pork to cook beans and/or greens! YUMMY!!!!
That bull keeps causing her trouble
The meat seems more like German bündnerfleisch (boonder-flesh) or Italian capocolla/coppa. Bündnerfleisch is very salty and best when served paper thin, it tends to be soft and best eaten like prosciutto, on its own or cooked in pasta, or wrapped around other stuff. Coppa is more like a salami, harder texture and can be eaten in sandwiches. I worked for a snooty deli in the 80s and got the down-low from our charcuterie vendors. Bündnerfleisch with a slice of havarti is a delicious combination! Coppa has a bit more of a 'beefy' flavor and texture, and only gets better as it ages and dries, it can be cut into chunks and used in a lovely carbonara.
It’s like pork jerky. Yum