MASSIVE, OVERGROWN & TWISTED BULL'S HOOF
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There is something in the silence of both Graeme and Craig that conveys how upset they are. Poor bull.
This is one of the quietest trims I’ve seen on the channel, you can tell he’s concentrating. I love how much he cares about the animals he helps care for. They seem like a privilege rather than a job
Hello Jayne how’s the weather over there
Hello Jayne how's the weather over there
High-ground it's me Michelle from Union City California I really enjoy watching your videos and your channel I think you guys are amazing I love when I see your wife and your two boys they're so cute I find your videos relaxing I think it's my guilty pleasure thank you G and your family
@@michellesaldivar3398 Hello Michelle how’s the weather over there
I was reading comments while he was working. I read "This is one of the quietest on the channel." And I go "That ni-" And get cut off by the sander or whatever powertool it is he is using as it blares in my ears. XD
I initially thought the bull had been lost or something to have his hooves so crazy. But knowing that he came from a farm is so disturbing. Thank you for the way you both care for these animals
@@abnerriverareyes1452 Farmers don't take as good care of their animals like us Cowboys/Ranchers do
@@alexmason2659 you notice these places have the concrete floors. And a lot of foot issues, is the cleaning the only reason they don't prefer outdoors grass? +they are being placed in the concrete barn for some reason (calving, sick, or milking) or are these farms more about space because a large field=increased liability, wild animal attacks, better chance for injury. But, if it's just a temp housing, ignore my comment and if space not being available I understand. Having a large number of cattle can be hard too keep because space requirements are so much greater. Either way. Back home cow's are a lot leaner, but, they physically appear fine and healthy 🙂 and they aren't grazing very much. Just a ton of shade time 😎
@@abnerriverareyes1452 peta is not a good place for animals or humans. they actively kill most animals they "save" because it would be too difficult to find them homes
@@abnerriverareyes1452 I believe Graham said in another video that most are brought in for the winter because of how incredibly wet it is in that part of Scotland at that time of year. It compromises on their hoof health and general well-being to be walking in the wet mud all the time.
@@tinkdreams22 thank you for pointing that out. Peta ain’t the great wonderful animal lovers people think they are.
Let's acknowledge the farmer who was willing to buy a bull with a hoof problem like this and make sure he got the help he needed.
It is absolutely telling how unacceptable the husbandry was when Graeme doesn’t even try to stick up for the previous owner. Glad your farmer got him in ASAP
I totally agree. I've never heard him use that tone of voice before, and I hope I never will again. One of the reasons I love these channels (Craigy Boy is also great) is the positivity they bring to almost every video. When 2 of the most upbeat, cheerful, happy people on TH-cam have not a single smile in their video...... It's really bad.
I sat here and was thinking to myself: "Oh... this is bad. What on...." *farmer brought this bull in from elsewhere* "Ohhhhh.... hell."
@@SirBarth that was my thought too. I’m no professional by any means, but I’ve been watching HoofGP long enough to get an idea of how long that bull had to have that issue, and someone should’ve noticed SOMETHING. I’m frankly shocked their wasn’t toe necrosis
@@SirBarth yes, I would think Graeme might refuse to work with a farmer who would allow a cow to get in such a condition because of neglect.
It was very shocking. Poor thing. I’m glad he’s gotten some relief.
That actually makes me angry, why, why, why? Total negligence and abuse!
Poor Graeme..I know this must have been a huge mess and a heartbreaking case.
I'd like to see a revist series with this guy, that foot is one of the most narliest on the channel.
He's definitely gonna need more than one visit
Revisit this one at McDonald’s.
Updates would be great!
He is good.
Me too.
"Doesn't seem appropriate, does it?"
Definitely Graeme's understatement of the new year, and it will take a great deal to beat it! I, for one, hope it stays in first place for the rest of the year.
The likes on this video are really for Graeme and Craig doing their best for this poor bull. Normally most of us get satisfaction it of the trims, but this was just heart breaking stuff. I really hope the new farmer brings them in regularly to help this guy be as comfortable as he can be.
He will. This is one of Graeme's regular customers.
Idk, all that loose horn at the start looked amazing. That alone has gotta feel good for relief.
As Graeme said, there is no guarantee this bull's foot will ever fully recover. But with Graeme's help it will likely improve immensely. It just may take a lot of trimmings and a lot of time.
I’m so happy this bull was bought by a new farmer who made sure to get him to you as soon as humanely possible! Cheers to this farmer and you for making this bull as comfortable and healthy as possible. Would love to see his journey updated on your channel! 🐮
Me too I would love to journey with this bull as we did with Gracie. Cheers HoofGP you're the best 👌 👍
Same here I would love a revisit series. I think this is brother-in-law Mark’s farm, the guy who buys cows then nurses them back to health
@@davyt0247 that would make sense! So sweet of Mark to have a sanctuary like this 🤍
Grahame seems so very sad at the end. That makes it so obvious how much he cares for these animals.
That's what I was thinking as well. So much of what he shows us is accidents that can be missed easily and are just showing the issues, but this case was clearly some severe neglect and Graeme seems so very sad
Makes me wonder if this is a recoverable condition. Horrible hoof and bulls tend to be so much heavier than cows, which just exacerbates any hoof problem.
@@GrainneDhu, he did say he didn't think this bull would ever be right again. 😕
He's likely sad because while that bull will feel better after this and hopefully it heals, he knows the bull's quality of life will forever be affected by that and it will likely never be pain free.
I actually thought he was silently livid at how bad this bull's hoof got. It tears him up inside when animals that he sees and cares for a living are neglected to such an inhumane degree (even if they come from farms he doesn't see/trim for).
Im glad the farmer and Graeme are working together to give this bull the best chance at a good recovery.
You can really tell how much this bothered our hoof king. I’ve never seen him so solemn and quiet in my life. This poor bull, even though his hoof will never be the same, just imagine how much relief he’s already feeling from just his first trim. Whoever let this poor guy get like this should be banned from ever owning another animal in his LIFE. I hope animal authorities were contacted about the farm who this poor guy came from, if this is the condition he sells animals in, just imagine what the rest look like..
I know that's what I was thinking...
They probably offed him because of the hoof and didn’t bother telling the new buyer
Absolutely!
Clearly neglect. A disgrace
This kind of damage takes months, if not a couple years to happen. This bull has been suffering this injury with inadequate care for a long time. This kind of neglect is inexcusable. Very very good that the new farmer got him trimmed ASAP. Next step should be the vet
No music in the background said everything he was feeling about this trim. Feel better big bull!
Been a dairy farmer all of my life just how in the heck did the former owner let that hoof get that bad there must have been a bunch of people not paying attention
That or no one around had a crush big enough to fit a bull that big! Seems like the farmer may have recently bought this big guy so who knows what the previous farm was like
@@annapettit8045 But why anyone would buy a bull to breed with feet as horrendous like that for breeding as the poor bull might as well be sterile for the use it’s going be in that condition.
@@kevinmanley2498 or the price was right, the rest of the bull looked good, and he knew he had a hoof care professional that could hopefully help make him a comfortable and productive bull.
@@kevinmanley2498 this is what I’m thinking. Who wants calves off this guy?
@@glauvie His feet are not deformed by genetics, they are deformed by neglect. His offspring will be fine. When looking for a breeding bull you look at certain metrics, for beef bulls they are things like body mass, growth rates, intramuscular fat percentages and for both beef and dairy bulls things like genetic abnormalities, sperm count and breed type. Fixable issues only come into play when considering price, not when considering if they will make a good breeder.
Graeme's concern for the cattle he cares for is never more apparent than in this vid. Mate, I'm not a very churchy fellow, but surely you're blessed for helping to relieve their pain and improve the quality of life for these creatures. Keep up the good work.
Saint Francis, I think, would have some nice things to say about Graeme.
“Honey, can you peel the potatoes?”
I never knew that cows had to have their feet trimmed and cared for until I caught your videos one day. You do an amazing job. You are truly gifted. I am a paramedic /nurse from northern Utah. I live in Cache valley which is the heart of the dairy industry in Utah. My husband laughed when I told him that I didn’t know that cows needed foot care. He was raised on a small family farm and worked at a local dairy in southern Utah. Your compassion is totally evident and you have a great ability to see and anticipate the needs of the cow. Scotland is lucky to have you. You are truly amazing!
Hello Shanna how’s the weather over there
@@stevenhenry4227 a bit cold. And a little snowy. I love seeing the travels Graeme goes on. Scotland is so beautiful! I have ancestors from Scotland.
@@stevenhenry4227 the high temperature today was -2 C.
@@shannaalger1000 Oh that’s nice where are you from? I’m from Dallas Texas
My grandparents had a farm in the Texas Panhandle where they also ran a small herd of cattle. I never heard of them getting their hooves trimmed. I am guessing it was the drier and warmer climate.
I have been binge watching this channel for weeks now since I've been laid up in recovery. To date I have never gotten a sinking feeling in my gut like this video, Graeme didn't even do the intro music and you can tell through the whole short video he was just sick to his stomach. Thank you Graeme for giving this foot the gravitas it deserved, and for your heart that gave it the seriousness too. It's a horrible foot, and may never be right again, but you'll never let it get as bad as it was I know that. My heart breaks for the bull, but I'm grateful you are there for it now.
...well said... the whole tone of the video was different than usual...
Thank God for people like Graeme and Craig. You can tell they love these cows and are really disappointed when they know they can't make an animal 100% better.
Very well said, poor bull
I was going to say the same thing but you’ve said it well enough!
Qué bueno
He was incredibly patient for the trim, didn't hear a peep, shame he had to suffer, but at least he's had some help now! Stay safe, everyone!🥰
The poor animal has basically given up on life. I wonder how else he was harshly treated. The former owner should be charged with animal abuse.
@@caseyslove It's a sad case, shameful he got to such a state, I guess there's no oversight for their well being.
Thank you Graeme for making this sweet baby feel better! The owner is cruel and should not be allowed to have animals at all!
definitely need a follow up on this poor guy! glad he's got a new owner now and you to take care of him!
The big guy must have been in so much pain. It must have felt so much better after you trimmed his hoof up for him. Good work, guys. :)
Yo seriously this looked so bad i had a funky face on the whole video i hope this bull is feeling better
@@TS-sc9kb Me too….I was wincing the entire video!
With that much infection, the smell must have been pretty rank also.
I "Liked" the video because you did something to help this poor bull. Praise to you.
Hi, I live in Huntington Beach, California & I love watching your channel! I grew up on a small farm in Spokane, Washington. We raised beef cattle. They were free to be out in the wide open pasture & when the weather was bad they had their heated barn to go in. Your channel is fascinating to me because I can’t remember a time when we ever had to care for our cows hoofs like you do. We took really good care of our cows & my mom especially loved them! She named them all & took many pictures of them with my dad, my sister & I. She would even label the back of the pictures with the date & their names & just “& the kids” for us! So funny!
I’m in la habra and grew up in hb!
Beef cattle probably don’t need hoof care like dairy cows because they’re usually free range and arid land. Plus a lot of beef ranches are in dry environments so the hooves wear down naturally. Dairy cows are usually in wet environments (be it the land or the inside dairy farm) and move around less
That's the only vid of yours I've seen where you don't sound or look enthusiastic.
Just, sorta sad.
Which makes perfect sense.
The damage done by neglect causing the animal needless discomfort, pain and suffering
With long lasting effects pains you.
Hats of to you old son.
Your compassion is as plain and pure as your professionalism is obvious.
it's really telling that you and craig are so quiet in this video- no voiceover, no jokes, no music even. this poor bull must've been very very neglected at his previous place- you could probably go so far as to call him a rescue.
i can only hope wherever he came from is being shut down or at LEAST investigated cause this is unacceptable even to a layman.
Poor guy. That must have been so painful. Good to see he will be on his way to healing that infection. Looking forward to the follow-up
Hello Alice how’s the weather over there
I can tell by Graeme's face he wasn't happy, but I liked the video because he did the best he could for this bull. I truly hope he is on the road the recovery.
I think I finally figured out why I love these vids; it's almost like sculpting.
Aw bless him. He’ll be “as comfortable as possible” now that you’re looking after him.
Hello Janette how’s the weather over there
I love how you "found the hoof" before jumping to to the grinder....it was hard to tell where the over growth was and the actual point of the toe!!! Poor guy must feel so much better now and I'm sure the new farmer will look after him well.
My son watched this with me and he was pleased the cow got help but he was SO impressed with how sharp your knife is! 🤩
Hello Sarah how’s the weather over there
The relief the cattle feel must be extraordinary! Being able to walk pain free must be so comforting. Like having a toothache resolved, it must feel the same way. Pain is horrible to live with. The absence of pain feels spectacular! Keep up the great work.
I feel like I graduated up a virtual hoof trimming class when Graeme said the internal anatomy of the foot had changed. That's exactly what I was thinking and hoping he wouldn't go in too deep (which of course he didn't). I hope we get an update on this one as it looks like a long term problem that going to need management.
The likes for this video is for the care and attention you demonstrate.
Compassion for any living thing deserves a thumbs up.
Good on both you and Craig. God Bless you both🙏
I couldn’t even finish watching it, poor baby. I know you got the foot better Graeme, bless you 🐮🐄
Graeme, do you know how this bull is doing? I’ve been hoping for a follow up video on your next visit. Looking forward to seeing (hopefully positive) transformation! Ty from Pennsylvania!
Hello Jennifer how’s the weather over there
@@stevenhenry4227 very cold. Hoping for spring very soon.
@@jennifercastrovillari3077 Oh that’s nice where are you from? I’m from Dallas Texas
Yeah I'm curious too
I hope he's feeling better 😥
Wow! I couldn't even imagine what the normal shape would be. For what is worth, I knew none of the farms you trim for would let it go this far without treatment.
For one Grian would tear em a new one if any cow got that bad.
This cow was purchased from another farm
@@TimP97 I know, the statement is that if one of his farms did this, he'd rain the fires of hell down upon them.
I absolutely am going to hit like on this video, not because of what this poor bull has gone through before, but because I know that he is going to do better now with you on the case and with him in a new and better home.
I am so glad my son told me about ur u tube channel.i grew up on a farm in Kansas USA and had no idea about the cows feet.thank u so much for caring the way u do for these cattle.i really does show how u love ur job.,and have so much passion for the cows comfort.
Your face shows how much you felt for this bull. Glad you could help him.
You always sound so sad when the hoof's really bad. That's what I like about you, the real care you have for your cows/bulls.
How to not be. With something like that its even hard to say where to start
I thought the cow’s hoof where the pedal bone fell out was the worst I’ve seen. This looks pretty bad too. Let’s hope you got to it in time.
I saw the open toe region and thought that we were getting another toe necrosis video…at least that doesn’t appear to be the case this time around, thank goodness.
@@LOVEMUFFIN_official Literally thought that as well. He started trimming back all the horn and his knife was sliding through it like butter and I knew it was Toe Necrosis! Thank goodness it was taken care of before that point!
the rotted pedal bone still takes the crown in worst hoof issue filmed, this i don't know if it'd take top 5 slot but def a top 10
The hoof wall eaten by DD that he uploaded a couple months ago is up there as well
So glad you clarified that the bull was bought or brought in from another farm. I say this because all of your farmer's take such care of the Animals.
He definitely deserves to be comfortable. And you’re SO caring to each one of the animals you work with. Thank you for giving them happy feet.
You have slowly taught us about difficult feet. You've mentioned some people have not learned about basic care yet, but it is improving. I can also guess that a person who is ill, lacks equipment, low in funds, etc. can get behind and in trouble. You can't deal with that once done, but really glad you were able to start sorting the bulls problems in this case and give the animal some hope of relief. Thanks again for the reminder the anatomy itself is altered over time with things as infections, fever, etc. All your years of work and study are paying off in being able to deal with unusual conditions.
Graeme is feeling that bull’s pain today. It’s clear from the look on his face. 😥
I’m so glad y’all are there for that bull, Team GP and the new dairy man that does care.
Please do follow ups if possible.
My heart hurts.
Hello Michelle how’s the weather over there
I started to cry, thank you for making this sweetheart much more comfortable than he previously was..
Thank you for caring about these animals!
I'm so grateful that I found this channel a few weeks ago. I've lived in NYC my whole life and have never even been on a farm. I find these videos so comforting and I've learned so much - thank you! 😊
Looking forward to the follow up to see how he does! He is in better hands with you, Craig and the farmer!
So hard watching a video like that, but you guys do a cracking job at trying to mend all these lovely creatures. So proud of you guys
Glad the new farmer got you in asap and you do such a great job getting as much of the problem dealt with as you can. Salute sir.
This is his brother in law Mark’s farm. He buys in cows from other places.
This poor darling bull. He was so well behaved in the chute with no movement whatsoever ..He must have known you were trying to help him ❤️
He was prob so relieved to be off that sore hoof, poor guy.
Staged
@@PweeBurntPizza XD Staged as in the big guy was sedated, or?
Poor fella 😥 So glad his new farm brought you in to help him out straight away. Will be eager to see follow up videos of his progress.
So well behaved too. I think the new farm is Graeme's brother-in-law
I bet those cows and bulls are happy to see you when you arrive! Your love for them shines, and you relieve their pain!!! That's wonderful!!!
Graham is just wonderful. isn’t he? He never comments on anything other than the comfort of the animal being the most important thing. No mention of good hooves being important for higher milk yields, or to ensure beef animals do not lose condition. Loss of profit is not mentioned, ever.
It’s all about compassion, and the relief of pain, of animals being as happy as possible. Top, top man. Thank you Graham. Kindness makes a person.
So glad this poor boy was bought and the farmer got you in quickly.
We will like this video because it shows how much care and comfort you've given this poor boy.
helping fix a problem like that or at least relieving some of the discomfort definitely deserves a like
I look forward to seeing updates on this fella. What you and Craig do warms my heart. I love animals so much. They help us in a plethora of ways and when I see humane, caring (even loving) animal husbandry, it elevates my spirit. Love to all from Georgia USA ❤🇺🇲❤🏴❤
Poor bull. Good he came to a new home and where you guys could take care of him. Hoping on a followup on this bull later 🙏
That poor bull! Was worried he had a necrotic toe bone, but it's still pretty darn bad. Glad he's had you guys to help him. 💙
I was thinking that as well. He made that first cut and I was surprised that whole claw wasn't necrotic
Yep. Something like that doesn't happen over night
It's worse then a necrotic toe. The pedal bone doesn't go down into the toe. It only goes down so far. But this guy's whole pedal bone (which is higher then the toe) and tendons in his leg is most likely permanently distorted/twisted. That's what makes you want to find the previous farmers and punch him in the face.
I appreciate you sharing your knowledge.
Great job Graham. You knowledge and empathy never seems to amaze me.
Kudos to anyone who can do this job without messing up! Cause I sure as hell wouldn't be able to!
Thank you for sharing this horrible foot & your amazing experience to start this bull's road to recovery! I also vote for follow-up videos on this poor guy, please.
I hope you are having a great week!
Hello Rebecca how’s the weather over there
You said foot like there was an actual foot in there somewhere. Thank you for stepping in and helping out this poor bull. Not all trims work out the way we want, but you say all the time, you're here for the animals, the channel is secondary. Thank you for all you do!
He was talking about the bones of the foot. Given the overgrown hoof they will have spread out and maybe twisted which is why Graeme was being so wary.
It’s nice you can help these animal’s hooves
I am totally addicted to your videos. I watch them every night and binge watch when I have free time, which is rare because I have a homestead of my own to manage. Maybe someday I’ll be all caught up. I hope not anytime soon. I just so enjoy them
This video has got to be one of the calmest videos on this channel. So nice coming back to these.
It's sad how whoever had him previously let his hoofs get that bad. Your doing a great thing
Hello Elizabeth how’s the weather over there
Hey Graham,
love your videos sir. Was just wondering are you going to keep us updated on this bull, on how his hoof is doing. Would love to see if it gets better or not.
You are just simply amazing.
Most of us take it for granted that "its just a cow and all is well"
but in reality, they suffer with aches and pains and sore feet to.
You take care of their hoofs with a trim and clean and try
and make them all better. Good job my man.
2 thumbs up.
And Hi from Down under Australia.
Nice and quiet video just the work at hand
Thanks, Buddy. I’m so glad that this bull now has a home with a farmer and the Hoof GP who care about him. Let’s hope that his condition continues to improve and he is as comfortable as possible
Asking for a like may not feel appropriate, but it feels appropriate to give one, to show how much I appreciate your efforts to make bulls like this one feel better and have a chance to recover as much as they can.
I've done a few feet in my time and I'm not sure if other viewers can appreciate how sharp Graemes keeps his hoof knives. I am well aware just how hard a beasties hoof can be and have spent a fair amount of time keeping my tools nice and sharp with clean edges. The ease at which he can cut through this extra hard keratin is a pleasure to watch and tells me this is a man who appreciates and respects his blades 👍
As the saying goes, it truly is the blunt tool that is the most dangerous as you have to exert so much pressure to do the job that it astronomically increases your chances of slipping and doing major damage to yourself or whatever you are working on.
I've never worked with livestock, but seeing this channel I was shocked at how easily he appears to cut through the hoof. I wasn't sure if the hooves were just softer than I thought or if it was a special kind of blade or what.
This poor animal! That foot had obviously seen nothing but neglect, Graeme you did an amazing job with the clean up and repair, I can't wait to see how he heals and grows under your hand.
Well done GP I'm sure that poor bull will feel so much better I was just giving out why the farmer hadn't done anything about it then you said he was bought in Hope he makes a good recovery 🍀🍀🍀🍀
Wonder if he was sold because he was limping and the former owner thought he was a gonner, or just didn't want to be bothered with having it attended to. Only the former owner knows.
Quick question... The shamrocks, what were they for.
Hi Bridget they are 4leaf clover to wish people good luck
@@bridgetmartin3896 luck
@@geraldinebyrnes5680 Yeah, like, good luck finding one. :0D
We like it because you are starting him on the road to as much recovery as he can get! Wonderful job Hoof GP!
Hello Terra how’s the weather over there
I love the trims without all the music helps the focus be where it should on the wonderful work your doing on those beautiful animals
I was doing a bit of work experience on a dairy recently and I couldn't help but notice they had a not-insignificant number of cows with some pretty overgrown feet. I asked the farmer about their trimming routine and they basically said that they pick the cows with good feet for breeding with the intention of propagating 'feet that stay healthy without regular trimming' in the herd. Having watched this channel for a while, the idea that you could avoid trimming feet if you select for it in the breeding process didn't feel entirely right to me, but I'm just a student and didn't want to disrespect the farmer's policies (especially as in every other area I felt their husbandry was very good). Do you have any thoughts on this situation? I should probably mention that I'm in Australia so the cows are in a much drier environment, which may help avoid certain hoof problems?
I've also worked on a ranch in Canada, and I don't remember ever trimming hooves on the cattle, but the horses were done regularly. Maybe just location, or on a very small piece of land where they don't put on many miles? We had 10,000 acres, mostly bush.
The theory of it is fairly sound. Rate of hoof growth IS a genetically variable trait, and they will wear SOME down while it and about.
Probably not very nice for the cows that don't have ideal traits tho
Like has already been said, foot characteristics are inheritable like any other trait. If you have 10 cows with nice tidy feet that don't need maintenance and 10 cows that regularly grow skis and will cost you $$$$ over their lifetime to keep in check, which ones are the most fiscally responsible to breed from assuming their progeny will most likely inherit those genetics?
I'm just as concerned about the genetics being introduced to the Aussie and Kiwi dairy cow from American sires. Those bulls live indoors and just about everything comes to them, its room service all day and night. They are bred for just about everything... except walking... while our cows walk kilometres a day. Not just to and from the shed, but around the paddock as well while they graze. A lot of the more experienced old school farmers I know are concerned and are not willing to compromise their cows health and well-being by gambling on their ability to survive conditions at least 50% of their DNA is naive to for the sake of more litres in the vat.
These unsuitable genetics are turning Aussie and Kiwi cows into little more than factory disposable waste that will need to be replaced at a much younger age than expected simply because they are unsuitable for the conditions here. A well looked after and healthy cow can still be productive well into double digits and will pass her genetic memory onto her daughters. This was commonplace up until recently where now the lifespan of the average cow is more likely to be around only 6 to 8 years.
It's disheartening how greed and the price per kg of milk solids is the cause of unnecessary suffering and shortened life for our girls.
Thank you all for your responses this has been very educational for me!
@@ashrowan2143 I knew a farmer back in NZ who decided to breed bloat out of his herd.
After he lost just over 20 cows in one night he quickly gave up that idea.
Not the smartest notion, right?
No one is claiming they can breed out environmental health issues. But you *can* breed animals that are less susceptible and more tolerant.
Loved the “uncut” style of this video! I loved hearing every cut and the birds cooing in the background. We forget how quiet and peaceful it really can be!
Personally, I prefer it like this rather than having the music.
Completely agree
The music is so obnoxious to my ears
The smell of shiit everywhere is something a video can't reveal though.
@@alexgrenlie862 damn you and your reality! ;)
Anyone know what sort of birds those are? Being from the U.S. they sound similar to mourning doves but not quite.
Thank heavens that you both got your hands on that bull, and that he was taken from clearly a neglectful situation. I know without a doubt you made that bull infinitely better. He may never fully recover, but it's such a clear improvement even after that first time.
Thank you both so much for your skill, your hearts, your caring natures.
I feel terrible for this bull: thank goodness he finally got the attention he needed 💙
I love your videos I’m going through a hard time right now n your videos help me forget n bring a smile to my face 🥰 p.s love the family too 🥰
Well, I can like…no, love that you made him feel 10x’s better with your treatment and gentle trimming. ❤️
i have just found this channel, and i love how informative it is, this guy is definately PETA's worst nightmare, because he proves that most farmers care for their animals and don't treat them poorly like PETA says.
He and Steve Irwin are definitely on PETA’s “We can’t stand you” list
I mean these are just the farms in his country
The like is for you guys.. you can hear your genuine compassion in this video.. I bet the bull is happy he met you guys!
This poor guy looks like he must have been in so much pain. He winced so much I can only imagine how horrid it must have felt. Thank you so much Graeme for doing what you do.
i love people helping other animals it makes me so happy
As soon as I saw it I thought "Ooh, must have just bought this one (maybe in a lot). Graham's clients wouldn't have let this go like that." 👍
Graeme, it's amazing to see you take care of the hoofs of your animals. My wife recently watched with me and she called it 'extreme pedicure for cows'. Love it! Keep doing a great job.
We “like” the video because we all love how much you care so closely for these special creatures, thank you for your compassion xo
Dear Graham, I know that you say that isn’t a beautiful trim, and I understand why you would say that. However, because of you this bull will be more comfortable even if it takes a bit. You make such a difference in the lives in these beautiful animals! Much love from America! 💗💗💗
Hello Kristin how’s the weather over there
This poor animals hoof just makes me tear up! I also feel mad as hell to see what this huge bull had to endure. God bless hoof trimmers who relieve the pain 🙏
God bless this man for helping helpless animals...
Thank God there are people like you who give their all to help these hurting Cattle! My compliments to you.
My heart breaks for this poor bull! I'm so glad he's in a better spot now and getting help and proper care.
The poor bull...I can't wait to see the follow up on this bull. You said that he would never heal perfectly but I'm hoping that he will heal well enough to be able to enjoy his life.
Graeme, you are so talented, you make this job look so easy. Such is your phenominal skill level.
I just love your videos and how you have influenced other hoof trimmers to share their work on YT.
So glad you were able to give this poor bull some relief.
Wow! That big guy must have been in terrible pain. Thanks for taking care of him.