LONG TOE NAILS ... CUTTING them with an ANGLE GRINDER! | The Hoof GP
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ม.ค. 2020
- ... in this episode of The Hoof GP join me and Craigie Boy at we hoof trim 45 Holstein dairy cows! Watch as we cut the cows "toe nail" with an angle grinder and make them as comfortable as possible!!
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Welcome to The Hoof GP youtube channel, join me in a life working throughout South West Scotland as a Professional Hoof Trimmer! Here’s a weekly account of the ups, downs and twists involved in a career caring for cattle.
Through out the channel there are instructional videos, before and afters, descriptive and in depth tutorials on how to fix everything to do with cows feet.
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Fall In To You - Houses join the Hill
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Woah. That was pretty impressive
I agree with that!
Saw his video before yours 😁 Soothing to watch him work. And the out come is plain beautifull!
That's a beautiful sculpture. Very impressive
Who sings the song? Absolutely love your videos
I just spent 20 minutes watching 2 men trim cows feet. No blood, no puss, no major issues, minimal commentary. Just relaxing, good music and the sound of a grinder. Great stuff here boys! Thanks! Oh! And lots of happy cows!
Thank you very very much for this comment - I really appreciate it
These little bits of information you give, such as about the cows housing in relation to backing up, are so useful. Its little things like this that people often just dont think about, yet can make a big difference to the health and longevity of the cow.
Thank you for putting these little bits in.
Anyone else know the whole song to single string now because of gp?😂 keep up the awesome work man, super educational!! I love it!
I know the beat by heart. Still working on the lyrics.😊
I sing everytime I hear. 😁
It's called "Fall Into You" by Houses on the Hill
Must be nice to have someone to chum around with while at work. I used to feed and clean out over 30 horse stalls first thing in the morning by myself. The radio was always playing through the barn. Would have been nice to have another body to joke around with and ride with after the work was done though. ;-)
You’re an amazing teacher, listener and have such a good spirit. Love the care you put into every animal and human you come into touch with.
Totally agree, Hoop GP hit the million subscribers, in the last few days.
Satisfying to see some nice big dew claws get chipped down!
As you promised, a great video! It was nice we got to see a lot of hoof trimming. I really like how you discussed with Craig how hoof problems could occur. I understood everything!
Not only do you give an awesome demonstration with the grinder, you give the hoof trimming industry an awesome example why safety glasses are so important. Hoof trimmings, sawdust, dried poo, flying flecks of "god knows what" flying up into your face and hair. And how about that 🐄 cow's contribution. Eww!
I was just turning in for the night when I spotted you in my in box, even though I knew the video would be here in the morning I had to watch it now! Who cares if its already 03:30am? You have probably heard this thousands of times before but you are extremely fasinating to watch and have a great taste in music. 👍
John Long
I'm in the same boat....04:03 for me!!
Yup, me too. It's not quite as late as you, but it's now 1:05am. I also I knew that this would be waiting for me in the morning, but I couldn't wait!
John Long absolutely agree. ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦
I really like this video because you’re explaining a lot of things that you do and it’s not just with your tool it’s the way the cows move and where they eat and you showing different things about where they stand the narrow passageways in the long ones. I like this video a lot a lot more than the ones that are you know I’m just trimming
Has this song in the video engraved itself in anyone else's nostalgic part of their brain
Yes, without it, watching the video is just not the same- the song is just Graeme.
But what is the name?
Playing on a single string by Frigga B
Of course. Its soooooo stuck in my head now.
The Fall into You song DEFINITELY has!!
7:43pm watching your video while I am eating dinner.
From 2:15 to 6:30pm I was on the school bus taking kids home! So glad it's Friday I am tired and your hoof trimming relaxes me..👍🏼💗🐄 Thank you 🕊Jeanne on the Oregon Coast 🌧🌨🌬☔🌊
Hey, the wife drives a bus too! You both are braver souls than I. No way I could do what you do with 30-70 antsy kids. And all of them behind you! No way. If no one's said it before... Thank you for doing what you do. Kids are precious. And no way in hell would I drive the little scamps anywhere, I'm sure I'd lose my mind first... LoL
@@fairwitness7473 I had one of the kids I know announce on the bus that "Im nice". I said "Dont tell everyone that!!!"
He said "She is!"
Blew my cover Darn!! Some days are better than others but I love my job. 🤦🏼♀️Yes I do!
I love the beautiful old stone walls, buildings, barns and houses there.
Spookylady I noticed that too! I grew up on a farm and the barn’s foundation was stone. It was great to have our sows farrow in the “basement,” of the barn. We kept them warm and cozy there. The barn was kind of a split level with a big earthen ramp that went up into the hay mow. The, “basement,” part had sliding doors that opened up on a cement lot and the hogs could walk inside. Hard to explain. I almost cried when I saw it a few years ago and only the foundation remained. Several years of neglect left it in ruins.
Spookylady ..I know, right !!! Just gorgeous. ❤️❤️❤️
Simply breathtaking. Some of his drone footage is unreal.
Super great channel for MANY reasons. He also has a channel for more of his drone footage!!! ❤him
Watching these vids....quickly checking my toe nails. 😄
I never thought of the angle of the feed gate. Next time I remodel the barn (seems like a yearly basis) I'll have to keep that in mind. Although it may take a few tries to incorporate it! Thank you for the insight!!!!!!!
Craug has a very strong accent! I couldn't understand some of the things he said. It's just like me in the states. We have a "Southern Accent" in the southeast but mine is a lot stronger than some have, lol.
Oh ooooooo I thought I heard Prince - Raspberry beret in the background playing 🎵🎶😂😂😂😂😂😎💯👀💚💚💚💚💚💚🌎
There’s the young man that makes me smile!!! Good evening Graeme!
Love your channel don't know how I stumpled on one of your videos but I am really addicted. But you said on one of your videos that your dad had passed away when you were very young I am really sorry for your loss but I can tell you that your father is really proud of you for what you are doing because you are making a difference to cows. Keep up the great work.
I have been binge watching your videos since I found them, and this is honestly my favorite so far. It gives such a feel of your everyday work, when things are going well and everyone is comfortable. I knew you were both "in the zone" because I was there with you. And walking about the farm with Craig, talking about what causes the different issues you see, was the perfect way to end it. Thank you for this one.
Thanks soooooo much for adding the names of the songs in the description💜😊 I’m absolutely addicted to your channel🥰
You were not kidding when you said you were strapped for time to be in and out for milking time. You guys were cooking
Love your videos so much. Your love for the cows and what you do is something to be proud of
Nice of you to skip the music long enough for us to hear ‘raspberry beret’ playing in the barn 😆
Yep, loved that. I do live in the land of the purple king... Also known as Minnesota which is currently experiencing snowmageddon!
Fair Witness I’m in Iowa and took a snow day from work. Tried to go in...I live in the country and turned around part way there when I hit white out! Got my all wheel drive SUV stuck in a driveway. Finally made it home, called into work and was informed management wasn’t going to give us a pass and make us take it as an occurrence. Well they can kiss my arse! Manager is from Egypt and I don’t think he’s had to drive in many blizzards!! 😠. Anyway, stay warm and safe!
@@100nanay You go girl!
It's great to see you have help.
found ur channel in my recommended, and instantly subscribed, this is pretty cool not gunna lie
Welcome to the club!
Yes this is a much older video but I just can’t get over how handsome Craigie Boy was 4 years ago!!!!! I mean he still is but he just looks so young in this video!!!🫶🏻 Mr GP you better stop working that boy so hard!!!!🤣🥰
Craig is remembering and picking it up again quickly. Always a good thing when you have a willing student, it makes the job tons easier!! Best Wishes, a friend who's learning about cows and their feet, from Ontario, Canada, Jenn.
Thank you for listing the music (I asked previously).. will try to find it. You do awesome work as usual. Please don't stop sharing your day with us, I look forward to this.
Safety first wear them darn glasses lol...great video
I like watching you teach. You have the same gentle way with humans that you do with cows.
Wonderful job you and your partner do! I am glad to see how much pride and joy you get from giving your heart!
I’m just a small town guy from a town in upstate New York USA but I randomly found your channel one night not to long ago it makes me smile 😃 you just seem to be a great chill guy who loves what he does so cheers 🥂 my guy even though we’ll never meet .hope this makes your day🤙
Twenty minutes of bovine bliss!
It was interesting to see this early video of Craig doing some trimming. He has come a long way!
I am so mesmerized by the hoof grinder.....it’s relaxing to see the hoof look so clean, smooth and even. It’s a good thing that I don’t do it: I’d get lost in the grind and look up only when the hoof is all gone! “ Umm, Hey, Hoof GP, so I’ve made a mistake. Yep. It’s bad....”😂😂😂😂😂😂
Nothing like a little Prince as you work! And Raspberry Beret at that!
Next video you better have safety glass on the entire time 😉 great video love watching them all
9:30 no safty glasses !! love the vids :)
Seriously, Graeme, I feel like the new crush is going to add years to your life. I can hardly stand to watch you working in the old one. I don't know how you managed for so long. But the older videos feed my HGP addiction. Just can't stop watching.
I think it is wonderful that the cows get a manicure and pedicure. And issues dealt with early so less lameness. Wonderful!!!!
I grew up on a ranch in Kansas, USA. Free range cattle and horses don’t need hoof trimming very often.
LOVE your channel! I miss working with cattle and your channel brings fond memories!
Craig reminds me of when you have a junior hairdresser and they are hesitant to cut the clients hair in case they cut it too short. 💇🏻♀️🐮
You need to pour the boiling water into your cup first to heat the mug. Pour that out then make your coffee. Trust me, it’ll keep your coffee hot for longer. 😃☕️
Love your channel. I believe it’s the person who make a channel good or bad! You seem like a cool cat! If your ever in the states and in Missouri you always have a place to stay. I have 17 acres to enjoy. Also I think a cool song you could use is Somewhere Over The Rainbow performed by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole better known as IZ!
I love watching these older videos and learning with Craig 😊
Hey guys, remember that one time we finally convinced him to wear safety goggles? xD
NicolaiAAA 😂😂😂😂
Maybe he needs to watch a video of an extraction of a sliver out of the eye. I watched one with a metal fragment that was removed with a magnet. It was gruesome but better than having to fish out a sliver of hoof shrapnel.
I tried to explain to him how bad it can be... he said':''lol they were old videos, I wear them now...'' and nope he still does not wear them, or he leaves them up on top of his head.... Sadly it looks like he will learn to wear them the hard way and then regret...
@@heleneperreault6314 That's how he learned his lesson about adding actual fuel to a fire.🔥💪😭🏨
New subby here iv literally binged watched all your videos so cant wait to see your next one ,love to you and your family from Ireland 💖💖💖👌
lianne heffernan his other channel is GPs Everything and his brother’s channel is James Parker Sculpture. Fascinating videos on both! Plus more handsome Scotsman! ;)
lianne heffernan Ahh you’re from Ireland! ... oh how I miss your countryI love these vids because they remind me of Ireland!
@@VirginiaMathews94 yeah I find that two stunning country's
I’ve grew up & worked on cow/calf operations, and then almost 20 years later began working at a dairy farm and EVERYTHING was sooo eye-opening different, I was literally stunned by the differences and the learning curve had a multitude of surprises & reasoning differences, it was like comparing apples to orange = fruits, but comparing daily dairy farming to ranching on a cow/calf beef operation was not even close when comparing their different needs & diets, hoof care demands, the higher rate of milk fever in Dairy cows, the environment that dairy cattle must endure with concrete floors, little to no pastures for the cows to feed on or even to just sun themselves on a summer day as they chew their cud, while at a cow/calf operation you would have to fight cows to even try to get them into the barns verses some dairy cows are pretty content to stay in the barns 24-7.
I do understand that dairy cows are given a precise high-end diet to increase their milk production to the max amount, and of course concrete floors are a necessity to clean-up the barns while also assisting the cows overall health by being in a cleaner environment. Good to also hear that dairy farmers should now know (proof) that increasing the concrete stall sizes, will also save them money in the long run while also increasing the milk production (through better health), especially with the additional rubber mats and sawdust on the new larger stalls will also help stop the cows from developing mastitis and help them from injuring their teats when they attempt to stand up, will be easier on these new, cushioned, cleaner & less slippery stalls! With the widened ally-ways to help assist the cows by not stress-loading their hooves into unnatural movement should also help with reducing the inflammation & costly hoof care treatments by implementing the construction of changing the barn to be more ERGONOMIC in the stall & alleyway to assist with preventive hoof maintenance & care by making the ergonomic & relative small changes in the barn.
I would absolutely love to be able to see a older barn with at least a one year clear history with monthly milk production average per cow (or all cows milk production monthly history) costs for hoof care, antibiotic usage, #of times cows are pulled due to feet infection/antibiotics used, how long & how much $💰$ to treat a foot problem, # of cows sold due to being unsound/chronic feet. Then do a transition where these ergonomic changes are brought into the barn to be able to see the differences on milk production, cost of hoof care maintenance versus hoof treatment, and compared to all of the other Category’s above that I mentioned. It would certainly be interesting to see the numbers in black an white 💰
Showing Craig the videos of him trimming is a huge teaching tool. He will come along and MAYBE be as good as you one day... maybe :)
When I was very young I worked on a dairy farm I don't ever remember looking at their feet, nor did I ever see them trim their feet like you do, but it is truly interesting seeing the problems you present from these cows, I truly enjoy watching your videos!
I bet the best part about trimming in the holding yard was the big hoses for washing up at the end. In the dairy (parlour) always have the best hoses.
Thank you! One more wonderful video. I just love to watch you work.
Lol, 12:10 "Raspberry Beret!" Nice work Craig! Had our bovine vet to the farm yesterday, she subs to your channel!👩⚕️🐮🐂👍
Okay, I say this with love and concern. There is a saying...the only time you ride a bike without a helmut is when you forget to put your head on.
So why aren't you wearing your safety glasses? Did you forget to put your eyes on?
If the safety glasses are uncomfortable, get measured at an optical shop and order ones that fit.
There are also lightweight adjustable face shields you can use.
You have already been injured and out of work before. But what happens if you lose an eye?
Protect your family by protecting your eyes! End rant.
Hearing protection too. That grinder will have him deaf in the higher frequencies in three years.
I enjoy watching your videos. I also like the music of the first 2 songs you added to this video. 🇨🇦
Thank you for taking care of God's creatures. Not everyone has the heart for animals. Again, thank you so much for what you do❤
Great music, beautiful scenes at the end, but most of all, it’s fabulous watching you train and teach. Asking what he finds most difficult and why; then you really listen without judgment! Then showing him how the girls environment can have the potential for injuries. Your a wonderful mentor and he a sponge! Again, good work 👍
I love seeing the scenery as you drive out to the farms. Such a beautiful place!
Thank you Graham for giving us a look around the country side. Scotland is a beautiful place.
Love the prince in the background!!! Keep up the good work on your channel!
Some of those dew claws were narley lookin lol. Another great video y'all keep um comin 👍 ✌
Your newer videos with that nice new black crush is awesome....all your content is amazing but that crush seems so much more high tech, it like hooks the leg then twists into position and the hydraulics pull the leg up into where you start your job....it's awesome to see you grow, your a savior for these animals
Have a great day ☺️ from Washington USA 🇺🇸 love your shows haha
I really love the music you include, especially Prince singing Raspberry Beret. Let's hear some more. 🥰
Don't ever change the music! 😁🥰
Is that Prince I heard in the background?
This man is a real MVP
Amazing teacher .passing on the knowledge in such a relateable way . Seriously great
My harmonies are broken,
It's like I lost my wings
My heart is only playin
On a single string...
I gambled every token
I thought that we could win
But still my heart is playin, on a single string.....hmmm hmmm hmmmm🎶🎵🎵🎶
It becomes an earworm...
So interesting seeing the difference of style and approach between the two of you. Go Craig go.
Thanks Graeme and Craigie Boy. ❤️🇦🇺🏴
All the classic hoof GP songs like "flaming on a singles string" and "keep your nose on the floor" pre-orders soon for "Graham sings his Hoof GP songs acapella"!
Ach! I canna wait!
Today received news my Uncle Michael passed. He’s in UK
After watching your vlog, I felt a bit better.
I felt closer
I guess I’m weird 😢
Thank you Graeme🙏🏻🌻🤗👍🏻💕💕
You’re about three thousand nine hundred miles closer to UK than I am.
I'm in UK. Respect and Peace for your Uncle. The sun is shining here today and birds are singing like crazy x
D She
Thank you🌻
It looks like Craig is soaking up everything you are trying to teach him. Yall will be a great team.
I also wanted to add that I love the music you pick for videos. It's very calming and relaxing.
Best part of the video is hearing you talk. You ha w the sexiest accent!
All I gotta say is amazing I absolutely love your videos I live in a big city in the USA and never been around farm animals but there is something about what you do that just captivates me in every way please keep posting I always look forward to your video and I can't wait for the update on 812 i really belive your gonna give her a new life big love form the USA
you missed 812's update th-cam.com/video/AnR1noaMllg/w-d-xo.html
When the video is sped up, Craig's grinder sounds like it is saying "Woooo! Wooo!" I dissolved into a fit of laughter. Yes, I am easy to amuse, I blame the Nescafe Mocha. I pretty much live on that stuff.
Love the long videos.
I tryed to watch happy feet hoof care and I just can’t always look like he is trimming the hoofs off ..hoof GP is just better to me.
He's a nice guy too. He just trims differently. Not bad, just differently. I've been watching him. He's doing a great job of explaining what he's doing and why he's doing it. His camera work is getting a lot better too.
@@fairwitness7473 as long as his cows are happy I'm ok with it. I'm no a hoof trimmer I'm just a call center tech
I stay up late to watch these videos oml 😭😭
You could see the hesitation in Craig's trimming. That's GOOD though because it shows his concern for removing too much and hurting the cow.
I cant stop watching. This is soooooo satisfying.
Ahhh! You led with my favorite music! AndI can sometimes pick up that what looks dark on TH-cam can be pigment! Progress for a city girl. But I am going to mirror: eye protection for both of you. Time to correct that problem and take care of Craig.
New video alert at 0345? Cool I'm wide awake 😂
Hi GP, love your videos.....no idea why!! ..not a farmer..... but love the content and learnt so much already...ps wear your safety goggles!
Egads! Craig Boy! Do you have to be so happy so early in the day?!!!
Awesome job well dun have a nice weekend don't work to hard 👍👍👍
I truly love the music you play on here it's so soothing
I was told thinking your brother in-law. Was going to drive then I remembered. You drive on the wrong side of the truck. LOL
My family think I'm strange since I watch your videos. But I catch them taking a peek!🐄
Hello Hoof GP, from a small farm in central Utah, USA...I found you several months ago and thoroughly enjoy your show and your personality...I watch your show on my TV and do not get to comment very often but will try and like more of your programs.. Thank you for your love for these wonderful beasts, I have had many of them and am down to 3 at the moment..I am having problems with a huge 8 yr old Hereford's front feet.. I have a squeeze chute but she won't fit and I need to trim her front hooves.. Lots of snow here and very cold and I am getting old!! LOL I hope she makes it til spring..
You can take pics or video and contact him on his Facebook page hoofgp it's linked above I think, and he'll help however he can.
Ron Wood Any farms around that could come help? Local trimmer?
I'm watching this on April 20, 2022 so Graeme is using SUCH a less exciting crush here!
He and Craig are having to squat down and work so much harder than with the newest crush!
It's amazing.
The farmers are taking better care of their cattle now because of the information Graeme is telling them how their old set-ups are hurting their cows feet - which in the end loses the farm money.
Graeme is also even more talkative now!
Better music now too.
He's grown and so has his channel!
It was great to see how carefully Craig was trimming. He had the grinder going a good few seconds in the same spot and it hadn't changed color! He's gonna do well cuz he's got a GREAT teacher! Have a great day!
Raspberry beret, the kind that you find in a second-hand store. 💜
Love this song you use on your video's..I've listened to it over twenty times now ☺️☺️ great work Graeme..from big Kenny rom Australia ☺️
Absolutely loved this video, keep them coming.
We must have really hard ground here in Australia, we have never had to trim our cattles feet. But ours are beef cattle. I think thats why im so facinated by this.
Same
Good conversation with Craig.
I've watched you do so many routine trims, I feel like Id know what to do if I had to do it myself. The tricky part is when you find a real problem.
I'll type it out to see if I'm right.
You use the blade to trim while also looking for cracks, white line problems or ulcers.
You trim the toes if they're going out of shape, making sure the hoof walls are aligned properly.
Trim Jew(?) Claws if necessary.
Make a concave trim on the inside of the hoof to relieve pressure for the petal (spells probably off) bone.
And that's basically a routine, healthy trim?
Conor 1 dew :) and pedal bone, the wording is similar to horses which is the only reason I know lol 😂
@@conor7187 also about 75mm from the crown (or the hair) any closer and you'll make her lame. Also get rid of any cracks so they don't continue to split up the claw and cause an abscess.
Remove any foreign objects and make sure the integrity of the claw remains intact.
And investigate any soft spots.
That's the best I've got.