Cali (my dog) Collapses While I'm Building my OFF GRID Log Cabin Basement

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  • While I was building the last structural wall of the charred wood basement in my off-grid log cabin at the new homestead, Cali suddenly collapsed from heat exhaustion. It took 30 minutes of cooling her down in the stream and keeping her still in the shade to get her to recover to the point that I could take her by ATV back to my truck where air conditioning helped bring her back to normal.
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  • @h.j.b3705
    @h.j.b3705 3 ปีที่แล้ว +281

    I am a grown man, standing over six feet tall, and I've seen some things in my life. But when I see a Golden in distress, I cry like a little baby. I love those dogs. You know that when you get a dog, you'll probably outlive them, but still... I feel so helpless when they look at you with their big brown eyes, fully relying on you for help or relief... Man... Where are my tissues?

    • @kerra3699
      @kerra3699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      There are many of us right there with you. Cali is so special to us all. I think Cali may well be the most loved and adored dog in the whole world. I lost my old girl in April and had to turn the vid off once I knew Cali would be ok.

    • @Westcoastgs
      @Westcoastgs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Dude I hear ya, I'm a big bad ass truck driver... oh boy... 🙃 But a real softy, cry at everything 😭 hope she's fine going forward. Toughen up you... lol, be cool

    • @toffeeman9764
      @toffeeman9764 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Crying

    • @59Alaskan
      @59Alaskan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      I taught my boys that they are more of a man, when they show their emotions, I have now taught my grandsons.... men have feelings too, and shouldn't be made to feel they're "sissies" when they NEED to be expressed... we all have seen the effects on a person who do not, then it's released in a rage...
      Blessings 🌿

    • @earlsnapp5209
      @earlsnapp5209 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Well said, and very kind/thoughtful. Me to on the crying, and I'm a U.S.M.C. Veteran, and this humbles me and breaks me.

  • @sharvo6
    @sharvo6 3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    Love the Cali show. That Shawn James character is always pounding on something in the background.

  • @jannaakahanzo4649
    @jannaakahanzo4649 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    That breaks my heart! I just love watching her carry her toy! She loves being by your side. ❤️💕🙏🏼for both of you amazing souls💕she’s literally part of why I watch the show! ❤️❤️

    • @johnwolf629
      @johnwolf629 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I love all dogs and maybe two of three humans

    • @jannaakahanzo4649
      @jannaakahanzo4649 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johnwolf629 ditto! But 1 of 3 humans! I’m hoping to create an abused animal sanctuary. ❤️just found your channel, it’s really inspiring. Thank you for your videos!

  • @LWilliamsYoutube
    @LWilliamsYoutube 3 ปีที่แล้ว +282

    I'm so glad to see that Cali recovered. She's such a dear girl and so full of fun. I've been watching your vids for several years and admire your amazing building projects.

  • @mariansmith7694
    @mariansmith7694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +185

    The other property and cabin was a retreat, this one is a real home, for the long haul.
    Really amazing.

    • @TimAZ
      @TimAZ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      For visiting family and friends.

  • @CPBreezy80
    @CPBreezy80 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2365

    My dogs are closer to me than most humans, and that’s by design, and it’s easy to see you and Cali have that too. The bond is very deep. I can imagine how you felt sitting with her watching her struggling to survive. I sympathize with you my friend. I’m glad you got her to safety and everything is ok. Cali is a big part of this channel too. Take care.

    • @matrixnv6722
      @matrixnv6722 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      mine also

    • @matrixnv6722
      @matrixnv6722 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I can remember when I was a child we left our dog in our old house.I will never ever forget that day

    • @tinzdacer798
      @tinzdacer798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Our dog died and we cry like he's human.

    • @FDDLERSGREEN
      @FDDLERSGREEN 3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

      @@MandoHalrissian lmfao, what is wrong with you?

    • @assasin1312
      @assasin1312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      @@MandoHalrissian you are a weird one, a very weird one indeed

  • @jomcgrath9280
    @jomcgrath9280 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    So glad that Cali is ok. What a fright! It was weird to see such an active dog just stay still. You are amazing how calm you were Shawn and glad she's ok.

  • @davidcopperfield-notthemag397
    @davidcopperfield-notthemag397 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My dog collapsed once and acted dead or dying. Called the vet and he said to immediately give her some corn syrup on my finger into her mouth. I did several finger fulls into her mouth. Suddenly she started to lick my finger. Then she 'woke up'. The vet told me when any trauma hits a dog, their blood sugar drops dangerously low. He said she would have died had I not done the corn syrup as fast as I did. It was incredibly hard to keep control of myself so I could help my dog. Now I will always give corn syrup or whatever sweet liquid I have to my animal if they collapse. I am so thankful to have learned that and saved my beloved Daphne! That was very scarey...🐕

  • @backyardbreeze112
    @backyardbreeze112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Omg...heat exhaustion in dogs is very real and extremely dangerous. I worked as a vet tech in South Florida and saw too many die. People don't realize that they will overheat and too many times they don't survive. I'm glad she's ok.

    • @CapnCrusty
      @CapnCrusty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Some dogs will gladly run beside your vehicle in the extreme heat until they're completely overheated and dehydrated to the point of organs shutting down (sometime fatally). They're a bit like kids in that you have to take precautions for them because they don't do it well enough by themselves.

    • @FearsomeWarrior
      @FearsomeWarrior 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My dogs follow me everywhere without fail. They’d follow me until they dropped for sure. Loyal little buddies. Gotta watch them. It’s frustrating trying to decipher what they want. Even when it’s just them being brats because I didn’t give them my food and they just got meat.

  • @guyazbell7437
    @guyazbell7437 3 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    Trying to give us a stroke? We love Miss.Cali, praying for her.

    • @dianelively8582
      @dianelively8582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lord I about had a heart attack myself. God bless that precious pup.

    • @trisho.8331
      @trisho.8331 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @guy azbell. Shawn shares his joy and his sorrow with us. I can’t imagine how upset he was, as we all are, but he surely didn’t intend on giving us a stroke. Just sharing my HO and hugely relieved both he and Cali have recovered. Bless you and them. 🙏🏻🤞

  • @yingying488
    @yingying488 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    When I saw Kelly lay still for a long time, I felt terrible,
    I'm glad Kelly is getting better 😍
    May Kelly be healthy and you're happy too.😄

  • @GrantButler
    @GrantButler 3 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    This video really ripped at my heart strings. I've grown to love Cali from watching her in these videos. Hope she continues to recover okay 💛

  • @robertdean5327
    @robertdean5327 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    I’m 68 years old and my life since 10 I’ve always had golden retrievers. Raised a litter of pups from my bitch Sheila. I have watched all your episodes and I’ve truly fallen in love with Cali. She’s such a well mannered retriever and a joy to watch
    Thank God she’s ok 🐕

  • @timkeagy4094
    @timkeagy4094 3 ปีที่แล้ว +381

    I was tearing up during the segment with Cali. She is loved by the Self Reliance community. I’m glad she is better. Take care Shawn and Cali.

    • @christschool
      @christschool 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I warned him about this 2 years ago, along with the bad bear practices he had. I'm not surprised at all.

    • @alaskangal1973
      @alaskangal1973 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same here!!! 😢😭

    • @steveqhanson6835
      @steveqhanson6835 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@christschool I know, right?! And he doesn't listen! I've warned him time and again to shovel snow around the cabin in concentric circles and to stay out of the moon light on odd numbered days. He really shouldn't be wearing khaki either. I shake my head sadly when I think of all the really good advice we all give him that he just ignores!

    • @steveqhanson6835
      @steveqhanson6835 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@alaskangal1973 youre a good person

    • @alaskangal1973
      @alaskangal1973 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@steveqhanson6835 Thanks! We don't have our own children. We have furbabies. Cali is a good girl! ❤

  • @Christin5554
    @Christin5554 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am so glad the dog recovered and you can relax. It was obvious that you too suffered. I used to have dogs and to me they were my family. I often said "why did I not have two dogs instead of 2 children?" It wasn't meant seriously though, but dogs give you nothing but love and no grieve. I just started to watch your videos 2 days ago and I am amazed of what you do and was from the beginning in love with your dog.

  • @larrytempleton9083
    @larrytempleton9083 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So glad she's OK! Both of the Goldens and we've had hate the heart bit but love the cold. They want to come back inside to the ac on hot summer days but have to be coaxed to come back in in the winter months. Can't blame them with all the fur.

  • @szy1440
    @szy1440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +406

    Shawn … I had a golden retriever that went through this every summer … the vet suggested that I have her coat “stripped” at the beginning of summer (taking off a lot of the bulk of her fur) … she was way more comfortable and never had another seizure after that. I also had a small plastic pool that was filled with water that she could go in to when it got too hot for her comfort level. She used it all the time. By the end of the summer, her coat had grown out enough that it kept her warm in the upcoming winter. I was so thankful for the suggestion. Maybe that will work for Cali, also …

    • @33Jenesis
      @33Jenesis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      My first thought was “Cali seems to still have her winter coat”. In SoCal it is common for thick coated dogs to have summer trim in order to cope with fur trapped heat.

    • @alwayssearching1882
      @alwayssearching1882 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Very smart. retrievers love the water and they know on their own when it is time to cool down.

    • @karenminckler4198
      @karenminckler4198 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I did that with our Pomerania too. He got too hot in the summer.

    • @terrybrown8591
      @terrybrown8591 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I groom my Golden several times during the warm weather months and he thanks me for it. He is much more comfortable and suffers less from the heat. Coat grows back quickly. Groomed my first Golden after his hot spots were getting out of control. Wished I had learned sooner that grooming would help alleviate the skin problems the Goldens often have.

    • @thomasmusso1147
      @thomasmusso1147 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My little Malti-Poo gets trimmed regularly during the Summer. She's going coming Monday for a 'Shorn the Sheep' conversion.

  • @data544
    @data544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    As soon as I saw the title I clicked! I hope Cali is feeling fine now, she is a great friend

  • @HumanzeeTamer
    @HumanzeeTamer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I'm happy Cali feeling better, she is such a good girl, and you have giving her a good life, great job on the start of your new cabin.

  • @annezzell2591
    @annezzell2591 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So glad Cali is doing better. Doesn't take much for our fur babies to overheat. Wouldn't hurt to have her checked out by the vet to make sure nothing more is going on. Prayers for Cali.

    • @funtyes1970
      @funtyes1970 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For dogs it does take a lot for Heat Stroke. animals take heat way better them humans so being only 75F I dont think it was a heat stroke . She could eat something in woods or she could got bite by something to

  • @marlenamaizar888
    @marlenamaizar888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    I almost couldn’t clip on this when it popped up in my feed. Cali has found her way into thousands of hearts around the world. Praying for you, your family and that faithful companion Cali. 🙏☦️🙏😢

  • @rubymcgilvra1771
    @rubymcgilvra1771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    That is so scary, my schnauzer collapsed with a seizure last Saturday but never completely come out of it. Had to have him put to sleep, but one thing I can be glad about. I rescued him from a bad situation when he was 5 yrs. old and the last 10 years of his life he was treated very well with lots of love. But it still hurts when you lose your best friend

    • @mishmash9116
      @mishmash9116 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I’m sorry to hear that. We also lost one of our dear dogs last week. It’s so hard to see them in pain. 🤗🥰

    • @brettstuart6887
      @brettstuart6887 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Very sorry for your loss.

    • @dollymadeson2151
      @dollymadeson2151 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hugs!

    • @MisterRSG
      @MisterRSG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Sincere condolences. It's the absolute worst losing a much loved pet. God bless you for giving him a loving home.

    • @laurashipp447
      @laurashipp447 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      So sorry for your loss, thankfully y'all had a fantastic 10 years together.

  • @WhispyWoods.
    @WhispyWoods. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    So glad you knew what to do and that she’s better now ❤️

  • @glynelllogan1850
    @glynelllogan1850 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Shawn is a very good example to boys and men, what a worker he is and does it all with perfection, he is the best , nothing lazy about this is a tough dude and shining example. He is truly a GODS blessing to us all. Thankyou Shawn 😘 plus he can cook like a pro….love Cali so much.

  • @seanbailey6004
    @seanbailey6004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +631

    Huge hugs for Cali. Hope she is feeling better🥰🥰🥰

    • @michaelcaraway2305
      @michaelcaraway2305 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      It was so hard to watch.

    • @lynnmicallef7422
      @lynnmicallef7422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@michaelcaraway2305 very upsetting , can't even imaging how scared they both must have been. True love bond. 💕

    • @terryjp3050
      @terryjp3050 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@lynnmicallef7422 everyone almost that has a pet has the same bond

    • @lynnmicallef7422
      @lynnmicallef7422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@terryjp3050 nothing like that bond is there? Beautiful unconditional love x

    • @iucapereirapereira2918
      @iucapereirapereira2918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Graças a DEUS, Cali OK

  • @glendajune9140
    @glendajune9140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Cali had us a little scared there for a minute. So glad she’s gonna be okay. Be safe, and take care of each other.💯❤️👍🏾🙋🏽‍♀️✝️🙏🏾🇺🇸

    • @debbievillarreal4761
      @debbievillarreal4761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad Cali is doing good, that was scary. ❤️🙏🏻🥰

  • @ortenilakaul2624
    @ortenilakaul2624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Please take care too .at this time we are experiencing a very strong heat in Canada . This Dog takes care of you and protects you like a Guardian Angel. have time for everything. also to rest
    God protect you and succeed in your new home!

  • @bsilano
    @bsilano 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Maybe you could build a cooling off pool close to your new house for your dog if something like this happens again you can cool him down quicker...you know how to build everything! That was sad see him hurt.

  • @loric4423
    @loric4423 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    WOW! That was scary! Give her a hug from us... and a little treat too!

  • @Doripignataro
    @Doripignataro 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh....calma calma calma !!...Cali....you are the best !!...eres hermoso 💚 y buen compañero !!!.... y tanto trabajo que hacer !!!!

  • @spinwolff
    @spinwolff หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So relieved Cali is OK, love her, and all dogs, they are so special and humble, lots to learn from them. Great show, all the best from Australia.

  • @FornaxusCrucible
    @FornaxusCrucible 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I'm so glad Cali's OK. It's kind of shocking how attached to her we as viewers have become.

  • @PPYTAO
    @PPYTAO 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I’ll bet I wasn’t the only one crying at one point in this video, I’m glad she was okay!

    • @colleenscottcarmello5103
      @colleenscottcarmello5103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      yeah, when her tail wasn't wagging I knew it was serious.. so many tears. still a bit shaken up.

    • @reneegladson7732
      @reneegladson7732 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was sitting here in tears also. Soooo glad Cali is doing ok. She is such a beautiful and well behaved dog. I look forward to seeing her on every new video. ❤❤🐕🐕

    • @nancyfaught3833
      @nancyfaught3833 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I couldn’t stop crying. Then I couldn’t stop praying.

  • @beverlymackjohnson6735
    @beverlymackjohnson6735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watching your videos, you can tell Cali is your best friend. It really shows how much love the both of you have for each other. I love it when your busy and Cali brings you her toy to run and fetch. Praying she feels better and a speedy recovery. Tell Cali swallowing my heart didn't taste to good. She is a big part of your videos. Cali wagging her tail, she feeling much better. She just wanted some me time with her Poppa. Always poor baby had a heat stroke. Yep time for her to go swimming to cool off. Maybe trim her hair down to help keep that girl cool. Love your videos with Cali.

  • @sweettee26
    @sweettee26 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm so glad that callie was ok, my heart sank for you and callie when something was happening. It made me smile to find out she was ok. but a quick check up to make sure everything is alright never hurts. Love your videos

  • @teresahuckabee6879
    @teresahuckabee6879 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    It was hard watching her out like that. She is a wonderful dog an is truly man's best friend. Kisses an hugs to her.

  • @TheGoodHeart1000
    @TheGoodHeart1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    Oh bless her heart! I know that when humans have this issue, they have to always be really careful from then on not too get 🥵 overheated.
    You need to take care of you! Stop and smell the roses, so to speak.
    So glad you were on it so quickly. Blessings to you and sweet Cali.

    • @cbass2755
      @cbass2755 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes…I’m a retired Nurse working in an auto plant here in Detroit. It’s terrible when people get heat exhaustion. So far, no heat strokes. But wow…people get really sick from heat. I know exactly how that poor baby felt! I do the same, cool water spritzer, cold pack to groins, arm pits and monitoring…..poor baby…

  • @gracechilcoat9075
    @gracechilcoat9075 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So glad Cali is okay again, so very scary!
    You might try cutting her fur shorter so she can better cool off. I lived in Arizona for years and noticed many dog owners had their long haired dogs shaved in the summer months. Praying for you and your family, and your beautiful journey in life. May you always be blessed ❤️

  • @pattymiles2688
    @pattymiles2688 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Oh my gosh I was soooo frightened when Cali was out of sorts... very relieved that she recovered. God bless her!!!

  • @norse7god
    @norse7god 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    My heart sank with that title, glad she’s doing better.

  • @silverheels9072
    @silverheels9072 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Very upsetting to see Cali suffering like that. We all Love her so much !!!!!!

  • @frankmichaudexprealtyofcan6652
    @frankmichaudexprealtyofcan6652 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    we are glad Calli is ok !!!

  • @sandyg3639
    @sandyg3639 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So very glad to see that Cali is better. There is such a bond between dogs and their human partner that is like none other. I was blessed enough to share 10 years with Molly my golden retriever. She has since passed but I still love and miss her. I can see how much you care and love Cali. She is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for taking the time to share the building of your cabin and showing the beauty nature offers.

  • @chesterlewandowski9635
    @chesterlewandowski9635 3 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    My best dog was a golden. when he got older he came down with Addison 's dieses which meant he couldn't control his body temperature . She may need tested.

  • @anonymousanomaly9538
    @anonymousanomaly9538 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    I dreamt of my dog who passed nearly a year ago now. I woke myself up with tears streaming down my face (which I never do). It was so nice to be around her energy and see her again. I couldn't go back to sleep after that 3:30 AM dream. I miss her dearly. A special dog spirit is worth the pain of losing them. I'm really happy that your dog recovered. God bless you.

    • @Cat-dm9fk
      @Cat-dm9fk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Same here. My furbaby passed 5 days ago. (now I'm crying...again) He will forever be in my heart.

    • @tedbryer2512
      @tedbryer2512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I sure know how that feels - lost my best friend 7 months ago. Like losing a child! She had to be put down - cancer got her in the spleen and took her out in no time. Sadly missed.

    • @medaily57
      @medaily57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I lost my Joey in 2008. I still miss him so much! You cannot replace a good dog!

    • @hanorabrennan7909
      @hanorabrennan7909 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Two years ago, my Kerry Blue and poodle mix passed at 18 years. Lord, we had so many adventures together. Always had intimacy issues with humans but never with Harry. I still howl for him often. I'll never love like that again.

    • @SayShariff
      @SayShariff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This makes my heart ache. I do hope you have another pooch now and that your heart heals.

  • @Deba7777
    @Deba7777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow, I was in tears, fearing she passed, thank God she recovered! God bless you and sweet Cali!

  • @johntatum8088
    @johntatum8088 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Maybe Cali could use a hair trim...I had a heat stroke once mowing a yard in Texas heat one summer...fainted...woke up and there was an ambulance in the yard ..glad Cali is okay...maybe she needs a check up at the vet...just to make sure all is well...God bless. You both, had me worried.

  • @kennethbailey9853
    @kennethbailey9853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    For many years ive had a dog rescue. Now that Im 62 I still have the last remaining 5 dogs . They are my life.

    • @gmad5952
      @gmad5952 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      A lady up the street from me has 6 tiny dogs and a couple of big ones. She puts the older little ones in a stroller and leashes the rest for a walk. They trot happily along. Ever day they get to barking about something, the big woofs and the tiny squeaky yipes, I think its so cute what a ruckus them each trying to outbark each other!

    • @bobbiduval7961
      @bobbiduval7961 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here, six remaining.

    • @angelabuxton2237
      @angelabuxton2237 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I too have traveled that same rescue road ...and at 62 ...I no longer have any of my original cast 😔 .But have added newbies...can't be without .

    • @sammarino9063
      @sammarino9063 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Bless you for doing that. My heart aches thinking of all the animals that suffer, anyone who relieves that suffering is an amazing human being to me. Thank you so very much.

  • @lyndseyfifield
    @lyndseyfifield 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    I usually bookmark your videos to watch at night but I had to watch this one immediately to make sure Cali was okay 😂 I didn’t realize how invested I had become in her life and your videos!!

    • @cathyfoster9163
      @cathyfoster9163 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      My thoughts exactly.

    • @dardar1862
      @dardar1862 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Me too 😭😢

    • @thewanderingbeagle4305
      @thewanderingbeagle4305 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Currently panicked watching in the middle of a zoom meeting at work. 😲

  • @katieg1560
    @katieg1560 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I hope you’re able to find a vet closer by which will take her in emergencies. That way she can be seen straight away, even if it’s a bit of a drive. It could save her life in the future ❤️

  • @melonyrichards937
    @melonyrichards937 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love all your videos. And Cali also. I was very happy to hear she's okay. But my heart was pounding waiting to hear about her. Keep up the great work. Looking forward to future videos of you and Cali .

  • @moldyskittle
    @moldyskittle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Glad she's ok!

    • @alexketteman5202
      @alexketteman5202 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      MVP comment right here letting us all know Cali is ok!

    • @wavesofzen5383
      @wavesofzen5383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Phew didn't watch the video but my heart is relieved with this comment.

    • @boondockingmainahs
      @boondockingmainahs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Paws a praying for Cali

  • @markrtoffeeman
    @markrtoffeeman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    She's a trooper. Never stops going. And doesn't realise even dogs need a rest when it's hot.

    • @bryancunningham4089
      @bryancunningham4089 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      U absolutely right, but it was 22degress out and he said she was cool too the touch, im glad she bounced back, I wonder what it was she needed rest like u stated

    • @patriciastaton6182
      @patriciastaton6182 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🙏🏽🕊️💌🐕

    • @estebanramongonzalezpintad5135
      @estebanramongonzalezpintad5135 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I. Enfer le dió al kan ???

    • @markrtoffeeman
      @markrtoffeeman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bryancunningham4089 Cali is a big working dog with thick fur. Shawn ready said she's susceptible to temperature changes

  • @ceciliajimenezt
    @ceciliajimenezt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GRACIAS, ERES UN GRAN EJEMPLO, DE UN GRAN SER HUMANO , OJALA HUBIERA MAS PERSONAS COMO TU QUE DIOS TE BENDIGA . A TI Y A TU FAMILIA HICISTE UN PUEBLO LO PUEDES RENTAR PARA HACER UN BUEN CAMPAMENTO .......ME DA MUCHO GUSTO QUE SEAS ASI COMO ERES FELICIDADES

  • @Iluq
    @Iluq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I've commented before Re: Cali's coat and as a professional dog groomer (and lecturer of 15 years) just wanted to add to the voices saying 'Please don't clip her coat'. She may have a lot of undercoat still, which (as she spends a lot of time out in the elements with you) would have grown thicker over the winter months to keep her warm. A dogs coat acts like a heating system and clipping the protective layers of the dogs outer coat prevent it from doing it's job. It's like an AC unit, without the fan. The shiny 'guard hairs' or 'top layer' of the coat help reflect a lot of the suns rays and when the downy fur of the undercoat is shed that same top layer coat traps cool air against the skin to help the dog regulate it's body temperature. This works exactly the same way as it does for animals like bears. Not only does removing this top, protective layer of fur via clipping prevent it from growing back (and so doing it's job) but Cali spends much of her time with you outside and her coat will have grown accustomed to changing with the seasons. She will need it to protect her against the outdoors and weather, more than a dog that spends 90% of it's life indoors. The weather can be variable these days though, so you may find that she needs a bit of help shedding some of that undercoat more quickly and this can be done with a rake like brush. My first thought in watching this though was snake bite or perhaps even ticks or heart worm... I'm sure you're doing everything you can to get her checked over though and keeping fingers crossed for a full recovery

    • @joecola6487
      @joecola6487 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No sane person will read this post . Too long winded . Food for thought .

    • @calamityjane6884
      @calamityjane6884 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      this is excellent information. thank you! I hope people take the time to read this comment through to the end

    • @cwegescheide1
      @cwegescheide1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Good to know. Thanks for posting this.

    • @sherryridlen9357
      @sherryridlen9357 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@joecola6487 I thought it was very informative and thank the sane person for taking the time to type it

  • @junematthews8612
    @junematthews8612 3 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    Seeing Cali so sick is heartbreaking.Animals and kids can’t explain.

  • @allied1394
    @allied1394 3 ปีที่แล้ว +251

    Scary when your dog just goes down like that poor thing glad she’s alright

    • @surinamel5708
      @surinamel5708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Cali is lonely and bored the dog needs another dog to hang out with .

    • @cleoharper1842
      @cleoharper1842 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@surinamel5708 Cali is far from lonely and bored. She gets to go everywhere with her human and play in the woods all day; when she's at home she has her entire family around her and she's never really alone. Bringing in another dog, at her age, could feel threatening. It's at least destabilizing. She needs a breather, not a life change.

    • @erintoal2018
      @erintoal2018 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@surinamel5708 incorrect

  • @64AnnJ
    @64AnnJ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I’m glad she’s better! My heart sank when she got ill. I love watching her follow you around & being a silly, free dog in the wilderness. She reminds me of our dog Snowy - a golden retriever as well; with a champion breed. Every time he gets out, he would go straight to my in-law’s backyard & straight to the pool where he would swim & then relax in the shallow end.

  • @carissasmith1375
    @carissasmith1375 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This sounds like a partial seizure my older dog was having due to brain tumor. It was all very sad. Hugs to you and Cali.

    • @John-xc3ex
      @John-xc3ex 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Are you a vet?

  • @jeffplant3
    @jeffplant3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    A collective heart stopping, breath holding moment for 1,000's of us when Cali went down. Happy that she ok. You looked after her so well. Cheers to you Sean ...and Cali! Carry on!

    • @bobcaygeon6799
      @bobcaygeon6799 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      As a longtime follower and subscriber, I've drifted off to other outdoors related bloggers, always with the intention to watch Shawn's when I see them posted. I promise you, I clicked on this faster then lightening, was fighting back tears until found out what had happened and was Cali going to be OK. These two (Shawn & Cali) are so SO special. Thank god that's all it was :-) Looks like it's a weekend bingefest here for me Back At The Cabin, 'Next Chapter' Edition. LOL.

    • @juliebrothers6033
      @juliebrothers6033 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ My Self Reliance. Good call to lay Cali in the shallow stream. A friend’s wife would have “turns” and he found if he put her into a cool swimming pool it worked well.. much better than drs medication. Think Cali may need a defluff of her coat. The weather is soo unpredictable this year.. Your basement is a very good idea... a place of refuge in a storm, storage etc.. Weather appears out of nowhere, heat, cold, hail, rain etc Take care 🙏💁‍♀️🐕🏡👍🏼

  • @AChildofLightHEATHER
    @AChildofLightHEATHER 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    It hurts my heart when things happen to innocent animals, glad she is okay, poor girl.

  • @maryj.1261
    @maryj.1261 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am so happy that Cali is OK. It’s so hard when they can’t tell you what’s wrong.

  • @davehill7484
    @davehill7484 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why would anyone want to fast forward past all of that beautiful footage and wildlife,, so glad that cali is feeling better she looks to be in heaven out there at the cabin what a perfect life she has👍👍👌, love watching her fetch her throw toy.

  • @jameskirk9938
    @jameskirk9938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    What a beautiful world
    it would be if people had
    hearts like dogs.

    • @undefinedtygerpath4096
      @undefinedtygerpath4096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The American cemetery at Brittany France holds over 4000 brave human hearts, sacrificed freely at the prime of their short life to save innocents. Many other cemeteries hold similar hearts. It’s not difficult to find evidence of beautiful human hearts if you care to look for them.

    • @jandejong6498
      @jandejong6498 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@undefinedtygerpath4096 Yes, What you are saying is the truth. Respect. (from me in the Netherlands).

    • @heatherclayton-callaghan4270
      @heatherclayton-callaghan4270 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @James Kirk
      No thankyou. Shear laziness to want only an animal as a companion. Dogs don't have the ability to love.... they obey. Treat them good , they respond in kind. They make very few demands on a human so one isn't required to grow. I'd much rather have my only back from the dead than any of the pets I've ever had. One replaces a cat or dog when it dies, not so your child. So those advocating for animals to replace their offspring are far less of a human than those who know the balance between human and animal. Note I speak from the experience of having loved and lost both child and pets.

    • @dongeiger4500
      @dongeiger4500 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      God’s biggest mistake is not giving our best, loyal friend enough time on earth. With our loved friends over 10 years is bonus time. There is no love like that of a dog to its peps.

    • @dandaniels4558
      @dandaniels4558 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well atleast democrats anyways.they have no hearts at all its very obvious these days .
      Maybe a good case of heat stroke would scare them into being honest and caring .nah doubt that would do it either

  • @memyselfandeye8377
    @memyselfandeye8377 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    So glad to see Cali recovering. Tears were wheling up in my eyes when you were trying to help her and the tender patience you gave. She needed you. She's your companion, as well as family and friends ❤😊

  • @mitchlop8456
    @mitchlop8456 3 ปีที่แล้ว +189

    Glad she's ok . Maybe take her to the vet to find out if there is something else wrong with her? Just to make sure?

    • @marythompson2603
      @marythompson2603 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yes good advice Lymes can cause those sudden collapses too. If you want a natural antibiotic for Lymes would be Uslane or bearded lichen usually in abundance on dying fir trees. Take some and make a tea and it might help too. Or if you have some colloidal silver handy a teaspoon a day for 3/4 days would help. Get well Cali.

    • @MrOrchidion
      @MrOrchidion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I agree with these two. get tests done. MRI, blood tests for disease, shave her bald if you have to. hair grows back - we can't replace cali.

    • @gjanalog5675
      @gjanalog5675 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Your dog is not ok. With some urgency, get her to vet. Yeesh

    • @torero3
      @torero3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@gjanalog5675 You're about 3 weeks late with your urgent advice, Karen.

    • @marydd4147
      @marydd4147 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@torero3 I'm so sick of people using the name Karen for their stupid comments. Maybe you could be more original?

  • @jackiealvarez1038
    @jackiealvarez1038 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im glad and really happy that your lovely cali is ok!!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

  • @eodguy72
    @eodguy72 3 ปีที่แล้ว +234

    Really hope Cali is doing better, I'm sure that was pretty scary.

  • @raymondmiller427
    @raymondmiller427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Poor Cali, she is such a huge part of what you do. I can’t imagine how you felt .

  • @cassaundragilchrist7321
    @cassaundragilchrist7321 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So so happy Cali is better. They steal your hearts and there is no love like theirs. Also, I could hear your heart break for her. Take care of you for her and her for you. They have those cooling collars and vests you can buy for her.

  • @thefairyqueen369
    @thefairyqueen369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So pleased that Cali is ok....this heat is no joke most of Europe is experiencing this too and it has been horrendous....keep us up to date with how Cali is doing please... your home is starting to look amazing!

  • @darrellburns9317
    @darrellburns9317 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    I speak for all of your subscribers. Your and Cali’s well-being is the single most important aspect of our support for what you do. I don’t know what happened to Cali as I am reacting to the headlines. Several times I have thought about this scenario. Our prayers are with Cali and you.

  • @tammyandtimstewart8558
    @tammyandtimstewart8558 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Cali almost always looks so happy, I'm glad she's alright

  • @upwardbound5139
    @upwardbound5139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to hear that Cali is doing good. Our golden retriever died two weeks ago and has been a huge loss to our family.

  • @sunniedemello9098
    @sunniedemello9098 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m sooo glad Cali is okey.Omgg, i just wanna cry seeing Cali like that.. I have never seen a dog who love soo much snow. I always look forward to you finishing what you build. You are soo fun to watch build stuff. I really enjoy your videos. Take care. Be safe!

  • @saltlifess6226
    @saltlifess6226 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    I was almost in tears to see her laying like that! Glad she's better.

  • @zzydny
    @zzydny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    It is the most awful feeling in the world when a beloved pet is ill. It is so frightening and heartbreaking because our animals have innocent spirits and they depend upon us with the greatest trust. Hope that Cali is doing much better.

    • @oceanmatrix7457
      @oceanmatrix7457 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      wtf is an innocent spirit?

    • @zzydny
      @zzydny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@oceanmatrix7457 Childlike

    • @heatherclayton-callaghan4270
      @heatherclayton-callaghan4270 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Animals don't have a spirit that's what's seperates them as humans and animals.

    • @zzydny
      @zzydny 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@heatherclayton-callaghan4270 I believe that they do have spirits. We each have our own views, and that is mine. Cali appears to have a particularly radiant spirit--joyful and exuberant and kind.

    • @oceanmatrix7457
      @oceanmatrix7457 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@heatherclayton-callaghan4270 wtf is a spirit?

  • @agnesmarucio4846
    @agnesmarucio4846 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I AM HAPPY YOU YOU ARE FINALLY RELAXING, I HAVE BEEN WATCHING YOU AND CALI AND ENJOYED EVERY MINUTE. i HAVE NEVER SEEN SO MANY DIFFERENT TOOLS. AND SUCH AN ENERGETIC AND INTELLIGENT MAN THAT KNOWS HOW TO USE THEM ALL EFFICIENTLY. GOD BLESS YOU.

  • @melodytenisch6232
    @melodytenisch6232 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Poor Cali! Heartbreaking to see her this way. Praying big time for the little love and hope good news follows. God bless. 👵🙏🐕💖😘

  • @donnad634
    @donnad634 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    What a fright! What does the vet think? Heatstroke? Will Callie visit the doc for a check up? We all love your Callie so much and care about her. Thanks for the update. I look forward to more news about you both.

  • @SWAMPHUNTER644
    @SWAMPHUNTER644 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    A couple things come to mind with Cali: she ate a poison mushroom; she licked a poison toad; she got bit by a Missisauga rattlesnake but didn't get a lethal dose; she has some symptoms of heartworm disease. She ate some rotten meat on a carcass in the woods. Hallucinations and throwing up are clues as are lack of muscle control. Heat stroke seems unlikely. You might discuss it with your vet. It could just be a one off event. Glad she seems ok.

    • @frankhornbuckle4614
      @frankhornbuckle4614 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Looks more like heartworm caused by mosquitoes. There is treatment if caught early. When my dog had heartworms she seemed confused and clumsy.

    • @paulrobinson3528
      @paulrobinson3528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm certain it wan't heat stroke either. Musgrooms , frog, snake?? she is ok now and that is all that matters. We will never know. Not the first dog i've seen lost on a channel!!!!

    • @catwhisperer1524
      @catwhisperer1524 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I would be off to the vet as soon as to make sure there is nothing else going on. Heart/VIral given location and what Cali gets up to... rather than carrying on with the build. Always come back to the build but cant come back to Cali if shes gone :(

    • @IdiotWithEducation
      @IdiotWithEducation 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@paulrobinson3528 Joe robinet

    • @paulrobinson3528
      @paulrobinson3528 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@IdiotWithEducation Joe robinet???

  • @Qugar666
    @Qugar666 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank God Cali is okay again.... There must be thousands of people like myself, who have followed Cali from a pup, till now, and wish her no harm. Lots of love to her.
    I Have to dogs myself, Uncas and Boss, and they mean the world to me, like Cali to you.
    They actually watch along with me vhenever I'm watching your videoes.
    Love your channels. Enjoyed following them over the years..
    Cheers take care.

  • @MLD.Ltd.
    @MLD.Ltd. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really glad Cali is doing ok. Very nice to see you even anxious about her collapse, you remained very calm which probably helped to soothe her as well.

  • @johnandleighs.9193
    @johnandleighs.9193 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Shawn what your see are symptoms of something maybee heartworm carried by mosquitoes . Get her to a Vet before it's too late to do anything about it. I am praying for you both.
    John.S

  • @armandzottola1626
    @armandzottola1626 3 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Armand Zottola: Shawn: an important lesson with Calli…big dogs wearing heavy coats have limits in relatively nice temps. For a moment my heart stopped as I read your intro,

  • @ersanakyurekli
    @ersanakyurekli 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I watched I really felt so sad for Cali 😥
    Now I am happy to see her healthy 💞
    She is a real friend and I hope her to protect from evil🧿
    A big hug to all of you from Istanbul 👋

  • @MyWoodpecker
    @MyWoodpecker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    James, thank you for sharing your life in the wilderness with us. It is a beautiful land there and so pristine, clean and awesome. I enjoy your videos so very much. Especially the building of the Long House. I'm sorry you had to leave the property where the first cabin and Long House were, but I think you made a good decision. The land where you are now is magnificent and I wish you all the peace and tranquility and happiness there.
    I so glad Cali is doing well now. She is a beautiful and loving and intelligent dog. Best Wishes in all your endeavors. Sincerely, Syble

  • @angiegranberry3366
    @angiegranberry3366 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I, too have a Golden Retriever, and she's closer to me than almost anyone! This was so upsetting to see her struggling. Hope she got medical treatment. She's so beautiful as my Grace!

    • @SwirlingSoul
      @SwirlingSoul 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      She got the treatment she needed. Cooling.

    • @martinwinfield2935
      @martinwinfield2935 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@angiegranberry3366 you have a problem!!!!! People are concerned about the dog and are sending good wishes and concern that's all.

    • @angiegranberry3366
      @angiegranberry3366 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@martinwinfield2935 So did I send my sincere concerns. So the problem is yours! I don't comment to hear your opinion.

  • @ACO-Amy
    @ACO-Amy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Glad you were quick reacting to Cali, and so relieved she's OK. Heat is no joke for double coated, long haired dogs. ❣

  • @eleineprimi4288
    @eleineprimi4288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Graças a Deus Cali se recuperou!!! Que susto!!! Adoro vê-la carregando aquele brinquedo vermelho pra e pra baixo....kkkkkk.....te chamando para brincar!! Ela é uma fofa e uma querida!!! 🥰😍

  • @0_darko
    @0_darko 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a beautiful place, off the grid. Your own little slice of heaven. With mans best friend. What a true dream scape.

  • @Youpenga
    @Youpenga 3 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    Just so so glad she’s okay, she’s such a huge part of this extended TH-cam family 💕

  • @claervue7098
    @claervue7098 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Watching Cali go down makes us all realize that Cali's master and family also need to to take time for self care. Much as we look forward to each episode, those of us who admire your work applaud you as you try to balance all these mammoth projects with time for family and rejuvenation. I hope you know that sharing vicariously in your work has helped so many of us to get through this challenging year. Grateful thanks and all good wishes as you and your family go forward. Well done, Shawn. Well done.

  • @susanlongyear1229
    @susanlongyear1229 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cali you have a huge big fan club out here.. thank goodness you are OK.. broke 💔my heart seeing you so poorly 😪 🐕 💖 Shawn you are amazing with Cali.. the love you have for Cali shines throug... also you are amazing log cabin builder.. l enjoy watching your videos so much keep making them .. love hugs to you and your family & Cali.. from Susan in England.. x 🤗

  • @annedekeijzer5893
    @annedekeijzer5893 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shawn, to be so far away from help, and to have your dog sick would be a real problem to me. But, you did what you knew would help, and beautiful Cali is okay now. Thank you, Anne de Keijzer.

  • @markam67
    @markam67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Glad Cali is OK clearly you all are getting some serious heat this year.

  • @JeffBitler
    @JeffBitler 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Wow. Good for you looking out for her! Such a good guy!

  • @thelovefund
    @thelovefund 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gods in the wind you know! So many times, i cried missing my Labradors in the park! Sure, enough GOD brings a gust of wind to comfort our souls. Same when you placed CALI in the lil truck and closed the door! NICE!!! I always used the shears on my dogs, sometimes they looked like crop circles. But, worth it.

  • @patriciapowell1560
    @patriciapowell1560 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to hear Cali is doing better,you love
    Cali and she loves you,
    And you take it easy and chill out sometimes you are a very excellent worker.
    You have so much drive,where do you get your energy from,be safe,we really enjoy your video's we look forward to seeing you
    And Cali and watching you build your cabin.
    And seeing the beautiful land all around.👍🏾

  • @Rickugg
    @Rickugg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I believe I like this property better than last one, Seems to have a front yard. Best wishes to Cali !!!!