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@beckytaul4355

3 жыл бұрын

Living Traditions Homestead I loved it but like the green one with I love bacon.

@missmix48

3 жыл бұрын

As soon as he smells like her from drinking her milk & pooping it out she will take to him easier also if you take a towel and catch some of Henry's pee & rub it on the new calf it will help fool her into thinking he is Henry nursing

The scene when he met Hope was like ‘are you my Mother?’ 😢

I was holding my breath every time the new calf approached Hope! It melted my heart to see her looking after Henry, but even more to see her allow the new baby to nurse. What a good mama she is!

I'm not surprised that you bought a 2nd calf to put on Hope, but I thought that you might buy a heifer to start to 'grow your herd'. I used to put an extra calf on my cows and raise them for veal. My experience was that less than 50% of cows will accept a calf that isn't hers if her calf is still nursing. That makes Hope special! As the calves grow, however, you will need to watch that Henry doesn't crowd the smaller one out. My wife and I are retired and the grandsons have the farm now, so please keep us posted! We relive our younger days twice a week through your blog!

@garyb4929

3 жыл бұрын

You touched on it; making sure Henry doesnt muscle new calf off milk As they get older & Henry gets bigger.

I’d say that they are now a new family unit. Henry & the new calf rub all over each other & won’t take long to smell like each other 🙏

@undernoillusions1448

2 жыл бұрын

her milk running through its system should add to the acceptance.

Love following you instead of the 'news'. Thank you

It's like Hope is saying,"hey kid, I am not your mama." He has decided she IS his mama and is wearing her down!😂

Great animal husbandry! Mamma cow "Hope" seems content with having another baby around, to help drink her plentiful bounty of milk. The pain sometimes of two sucklings is a nuisance to a milk cow, and can be painful. She seems to be taking to it very well. Good for you two.

You guys have to know that this was the cutest video ever to wake up to!! I said OH HOW CUTE outloud when you showed the calf in the trailer. I live alone, so I guess I was hoping you would hear it through the television. LOL I live in Illinois and I absolutely love cows. You must show us more, they are adorable playing together. Also, Henry looks so healthy!! This new calf definitely needs some fattening up. Take care and have a blessed day.

@mackkindera5966

3 жыл бұрын

How are you doing Today Lisa hope your had a wonderful and blessed weekend, take good care of your self and stay safe okay🥰

Preoccupation with the new baby cow (and how he fits into the “family” with Hope and Henry) will nicely free my mind of national events. Such a blessing and such joy! Great decision for all of us, Sarah and Kevin!! J

@sbayles

3 жыл бұрын

Love this comment!

@melissaseal929

3 жыл бұрын

I agree completely! Living Traditions has replaced my therapist. 🙂

Looks like he's discovered that he can eat when Henry eats. He will accept that & he will run over to eat any time that he sees Henry eating. After a few days, Hope will fully accept him!!!

She will eventually accept the new calf as long as she has enough milk for both! Its so sweet to watch the transition for the new baby!

the biggest smile and teary eyes accompanied the new calf when he saw the chicken and it started running and kicking because I saw a happy animal.

Awwww a brother from another mother

I foresee some cheesemaking before long....Living Traditions Organic Cheddar!!

@colinstace1758

3 жыл бұрын

And yogurt 👍😊🦘🇦🇺

@camicri4263

3 жыл бұрын

And cream fresh

@deborahbarone1465

3 жыл бұрын

You can make kefir, yogurt from kefir and a soft cheese from either kefir of clabbered milk. So many opportunities for great things to eat and share if family is close. Good luck little calf, you might let him nurse before you milk in the evening. That way he’ll smell like her sooner! God bless you guys!

Oh my heart broke for that skinny little calf. He will fatten up fast with Hope's wonderful milk. Hope is a sweet momma. Happy for you all. Another little life to watch grow.

Henry and Thomas... for the friendship between Henry Ford and Thomas Edison. 😊

@Waiting_777

3 жыл бұрын

Maureen When I saw Henry and Thomas I thought of the children’s show Thomas the Tank Engine.

@terrywright1513

3 жыл бұрын

Oh!!!!! That's perfect

Hopefully, after the new calf passes stool, hope will think he's hers as he will smell like her, he's so awesome. You guys are awesome too, love from Australia.

@Yahya100x100

3 жыл бұрын

I had 18 cows that gave birth and I didn't have the intention to not and

@Yahya100x100

3 жыл бұрын

I didn't have the intention nor the time to milk so I bought 18 calf's

@Yahya100x100

3 жыл бұрын

I added them to the hurde I gave each mom a calf and the cow that didn't accept the calf I would put the calf behind the mom once it stands up because that's when they usually poops and I rub the poop over the calf whether it's #1 or #2 and that does the trick. When the mom smells the calf she will let it nurse

Fingers crossed that Hope does adopt him. I like how he's rubbing himself up against Henry. Trying to smell like him.

@analarson2920

3 жыл бұрын

Smart little guy

@MrsRosewater

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I was thinking too they might have done well to wipe him down good and put some of Henry's smell on him. Seems to me she is not minding him so much as something in his smell.

The calves are happy with each other and Hope has been accepting of the new calf here’s a happy times xxx

The caves playing is probably the cutest thing ever! Hopefully Hope will eventually take to him like her own. Fingers crossed it all works out for all.

Oh my goodness, when the two babies are romping together and snuzzling each other it is just too cute! Sending best wishes that all continues to go well. Thanks for sharing!

This is one of the greatest videos you have made. I am from coastal southern California and have never seen anything like this! Thank you for letting me see nature in the raw, so heartwarming that I was tearing up!! So special. Thanks Hope.

My grandpa trained his cows to come up out of the field. When he grained them during their milking he would always sing. So eventually he could sing and the cows would come out of the field. As a kid I thought my grandfather was magical.

The 2 calves seem to be bonding. It is so sweet to see them playing.

You guys should give it an "H" name, because Henry and Hope both have one, lol. Maybe Hank or Harvey.......

@MultiTankAddiction

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing.. But we thought Herold was a great name.

@sandraitnyre5515

3 жыл бұрын

Hank is a nickname for Henry. But that would be a good one too

@BiancaH1120

3 жыл бұрын

debbie edwards Harvey is a good one!

@smokymountainangoras

3 жыл бұрын

I LIKE HARVEY !!!!!

@barbarasteveboren332

3 жыл бұрын

I was also thinking Harvey. 🙂❤🙂

This is so lovely. Henry seems very happy with his new friend. I think you should call him Little John. This was a nice calm and happy way to wake up in a very rainy UK, near Stonehenge. Thanks you two lovelies.

@mackkindera5966

3 жыл бұрын

How are you doing today cara? Its really nice having you on here .. I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many levels. Trust, communication, loving, honoring, understanding, patience and respecting your partner. So crucial to provide balance. This is what creates such great chemistry between two people that are committed to one another.

Mom should feel better after both babies get full...I can see she is so full of milk...the babies seem to be friends now, that's good

Grandmother was our cow caller. She'd cup her hands and let go with, "Whooo, whooo, suulk, suulk heifer" a couple of times. Directly, ol' Freckles (the matriarch) would step out of the woods down by the creek with the rest of the herd filtering out behind her. Thanks for the memories. 😊

The kids look like they enjoy having a playmate. Hope is looking so much better - what a pretty cow and a great mom. Thank you for sharing.

Time for some homemade ice cream with some of that extra milk! Thanks for sharing their meeting. I was rooting for everything to go well.

He is not giving up and that is the best part.

Such a precious first meeting...it takes time to warm up to someone new...

Remember her body is going to try to ramp up even more milk production with a second calf. Talk to you vet about any extra minerals or vitamins she might need!!!

Name suggestion for the new calf- Hank. Henry and Hank.

@canadiangirl2966

3 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing lol

@poprocksssss1114

3 жыл бұрын

Same here ! Great minds !

@renanims6630

3 жыл бұрын

Or Harry

@happyrapture1370

3 жыл бұрын

Yep Hank

@cindyrockey2160

3 жыл бұрын

That's what I was thinking

Kevin you are SO gentle with your animals! Well done!

Oh that was just fabulous & Hope will accept him as she is a Great Mother & none of us would turn a child away. Cheers Denise - Australia

Once he gets her smell from drinking her milk Hope should stop worrying. 2 yo 3 days

@aCycloneSteve

3 жыл бұрын

I was told the same. Sprinkle them with a product called "Orphan-No-More" (it tastes good so the cow will lick the calf), feed the calf the cows milk if she won't stand for it, keep them in the same area, and eventually the calf's poo will smell like her milk and she will accept it.

I loved this video, especially when the new calf kept rubbing on Henry. So darn cute. He looks like a deer. Hugs Kevin and Sarah❤️

@annefitzgerald9706

3 жыл бұрын

Our female dexter calf looks like a fawn. Called Bambi.

That is one of the funnest things I’ve ever seen! That poor calf looks pretty hungry. Can’t believe the difference.

Awww Hope is such a good mama ♥️ *happy tears*. Mother nature is the best.

Henry was like ‘thank you for bringing me a buddy to play with.’ Your farm is growing, and it’s exciting 😁

@539Dreade

3 жыл бұрын

"Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it." Prov. 13:11

I watch heaps of homesteading shows and I can say that Hope looks so fantastic, her fur and her structure is in excellent condition, so you are doing everything right, I remember when you 1st got her and she has improved out of sight, you are so lucky, she is also very calm, I love her, Have a great day, Margie from Australia

I SO enjoyed this video. Next to Henry the new calf looks like a little bean. Can't wait to see them grow up together. It's so cute seeing the boys run and play. Thank you for sharing this adorable new time on you farm with us. ♥️🐮🐄🐄💙💙

So sweet! I think Hope will be just fine very soon. That little baby needs her now. The two boys look like they are bonding already! ❤️🙏🏻😘

Rub a damp cloth on her then Rub it on new calf. We use too do that .it helped.

I sure hope she attaches to that little guy. The calves are so adorable. Love how they played with each other.

Congratulations? Glad to see Henry having a playmate for a time and Hope being a good mother has taken him in. Blessings

Henry is just beautiful and loves his new buddy! Your farm is so peaceful. 💜

Aww, you can see his little ribs. It will be interesting to watch the new calf catch up to Henry, somewhat. I assume Angus grow bigger.

@elariel01

3 жыл бұрын

Not precisely bigger but buffer. Way more muscle 💪 as it were.

I bet when you were explaining the banding, some male subscribers got the willies. Back in the 60's my boyfriend was a dairy farmer and I can remember having to introduce an orphaned calf to a new mommy - never went this smoothly but they were Holsteins,

@mackkindera5966

3 жыл бұрын

How are you doing Today Janie hope you enjoyed your day and had a wonderful and blessed weekend with love, take good care of your self and stay safe 🥰

Kevin and Sarah, just a thought... If you Rub Mama's and her own calfs scent onto other calf right away... Before she even gets an idea that new calf is not get own.... It goes really well, usually for all involved! We did this on many beef cattle ranches which is a bit different than dairy cattle, but I've had NURSERY dairy cows take several calves, worked with this method over the years! Named one cow "Nursery Rhyme" because of how much she loved her four babies every year, always mooing to them Softly! Love your farms, your videos and content and your heart for the Lord and sharing with all of us! One of my Favorites channels for sure! Deb

Henry is beautiful! The two babies sure seem to enjoy each other.

Couple of God's children working toward "Living Traditions Farmstead". Ya'll are a blessing. Thank you.🤠👍

I've seen moms do this. Usually once he smells like Henry and herself, starts to pass stool from her milk, and she hears him crying to be fed, she'll let him nurse. The bond may never be as strong as it is with her own. She may wean the new calf before her own, but it will be a acceptable time for it. I'm surprised you didn't get a female. Maybe next time as Hope is still young. Dairies are known to have a calf whose mother died or rejected her calf and don't have the time to bottle feed them. Henry will enjoy a playmate!

That is great that you decided to get another calf for Hope. That will help with the abundance of milk!

Thank you for sharing your homestead and the new calf for Hope and Henry! God bless! 💜

That is exactly why, as much as I would love to have some Jersey milk, there is no way we could use that much milk! I am in the process of purchasing a milk goat and I have been told she gives about a gallon/day!

@Dee-1969

3 жыл бұрын

I think goat milk is better for you anyways. Good luck!

@HoneyHollowHomestead

3 жыл бұрын

@@Dee-1969 I just don't know what I'm going to do with all that milk!

@penelopepenobscot4475

3 жыл бұрын

Goat cheese freezes very well.

@robertadunaway7030

3 жыл бұрын

Milk, cheese, yogurt, etc.

@NeotericNative

3 жыл бұрын

Feed the extra to some pigs ❤️ knock two birds out with one stone. That’s a terrible analogy. lol

You are so amazing people! I wish you all the best!

Of ALL of God's magnificent creation, "Mothers" are the clear pinnacle! AWESOME! 😎

We banded the little boy goat out of Rorie and it was a very simple process!! All of the goats are doing so well, we just put our buck in with them! 😍

Good job! You’re place is beautiful! Hope is gorgeous❤️. All the best...God Bless❤️🙏🏻✝️

This video was perfect to start my day! Thank you for sharing and introducing your sweet little fella, he’s adorable. Blessings to all.

I’d be too worried to leave the new calf alone with Hope, till I knew for sure she wasn’t going to hurt him & that she would let him nurse regularly.

when he started nursing i literally cheered out loud LOL and my 5yr old looked at me like "really mom"

The babies playing is so cute :)

It was so cute when he got out of the trailer, it reminded me of the children's book"Are you my mother?" He is adorable!!! Kristy in WP😊🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Henry and the new calf are soooooooo cute, thanks for sharing. When they started to play made me smile.

What a precious video. Not sure why anyone would thumbs down it. Your videos are such a breath of fresh air. Thank you!💕🌻😊

We wait all week to watch to see what is happening on your homestead. So glad things are improving. I have taken some of your suggestions on gardening here in Texas and so far my fall garden is improving. I am always so motivated by watching what you all are doing you on your farm. Thank you and God Bless.

HIRAM-New calf's name? I love how u two are so loving to ur animals. In no time, HIRAM will look as good as HENRY.

I love the idea of pulling up lawn chairs and watching.

I think once he retains a sent from Hope’s milk it will continue to get better all around, even his new brother will grow to like him!

OMG cuteness overload 😍

big volume of milk - second calf - lots more of compost created - good fertilizer for garden, vineyard, and orchard !

Hope is such a pretty cow 🥰 that new calf looks like he could be her natural calf. so sweet.

Loved seeing the new Calf hope to see more videos of the three of them together 🐓🥚🐂🥛🐂🐂🥚🐓💛

How about Harry for the name for the new calf? Henry, Harry & Hope? The 3H ranch? Just loved this video and thanks for not leaving us hanging between the days and including it all in one video! I can’t wait to watch many more videos with the cows playing together and Hope being as loving to the new calf as she has been with Henry. The new calf is so timid and sweet and when Henry and him were nuzzling together it was just the sweetest thing! I’m sure Hope will be loving on him in no time too! God bless you all and wishing you success with your new little addition. 🙏🏻🇨🇦🥰

G’day Kevin Sarah & Co ;-) Congratulations absolutely beautiful new calf, & pair. An old fail safe is to rub the cows manure on to the surrogate calf, this gives the cows bio load to the surrogate, and encourages the mothering instincts to clean & nurture potentially believing its her own. Works with many different critters too. Another way is to tether the cow, allowing the calf (s) to nurse. The calf’s may also need to be drenched within the next six weeks, always followed directly by a paddock rotation. The chooks are doing a marvellous job cleaning up the patties, you shouldn’t have too many fly issues. Well done it’s a credit to you both and family. With many source blessings with truth love light laughter happiness joy fun play creativity adventures and may peace be with you all! Victoria Australia xoxo

@lisaelder2676

3 жыл бұрын

Hi there. I'm not understanding your comment about the calves maybe needing drenched. With what and why? Is it something you do routinely in your herd? I've been around cattle for years, but am not familiar with this. Just curious.

Hope is the best! I just love her and now you have two baby boys to tend too. So cute. Hope is just the best mama! Blessings

Oh that was so cool. The new calf got a new mom. Thing worked out good. Yahoo. 👍💖🥀💖

That’s awesome glad the two calf’s are doing good

New calf name recommendation: Huck!

@mackkindera5966

3 жыл бұрын

How are you doing Today Lucinda hope you had a wonderful and blessed weekend with lots of fun, take good care of your self and stay safe 🥰

@Sunshine-ym8bq

3 жыл бұрын

I think Homer

Omgoodness what a precious little boy.

Thank God for this encounter and doing so well

Hope is such a beautiful cow, hopefully all will go well.

Fascinating dynamic between Hope and the new calf, Hank? 😁 How Hope is making sure that Henry is fine. How the 2 calves were interacting. How Hope went to the milking stand. Where is the new calf's mum? Thank you for sharing. Have a great weekend 👋🍂🍁🤗🌻

@shelbygreen5132

3 жыл бұрын

They got him from a dairy farm. His mom is a dairy cow,she's still at the farm, they breed for the milk production. Dairy farms keep the girl calves and have to get rid of all the boy claves.

@canucksocial908

3 жыл бұрын

@@shelbygreen5132 thank you Shelby.

Happy it is working out for the new calf, he is so small and sure needs to feed.

Ohhhhhh such a beautiful Miracle! Sweet Mama Hope 😘

My dad always rubbed the two calves together to get Henry's scent on the new calf. Kinda confused mom, I hope this helps.

Poor new calf is skin. Fatten him up Hope!! ❤️❤️❤️

@fourdayhomestead2839

3 жыл бұрын

It's a dairy breed, they don't fill out as much. He will probably be taller within a few weeks.

@haelynneverman3423

3 жыл бұрын

Dairy breeds don’t fill out the same as beef breeds

@janmyersknight6110

3 жыл бұрын

I meant no insult. Just rooting for Hope to feed him more.

Hope is an awesome cow. 🐄

Oh I’m excited to blessings for a great pairing of baby’s and mama cow❤🙏🏻🙏🏻

Aw, that was soo emotional when he drank first time.. we can't wait for more news.. hopefully the new calf is doing well. Have you come up with a name?

That was the best thing, when he started nursing!!

Soon Hope will let Henry and the new calf belly up to the milk bar without any issues. Henry seems to accept the calf very well.

Shalom! I so enjoyed the video today. Not only did you take the audience on a great adventure of Mama Cows and baby cows, you all are also great Teachers. I appreciate y'all very much. Blessings to you and yours!

Blessings from East Texas beautiful family. Have a wonderfully blessed weekend.❤️

Cute🥰 please fix animals always in the trailer, they do funny things. Yes, the drinking from backside seems to be quite normal for foster siblings. I've seen a report about on TV. Most important seems to be a cow with good mother feelings.

@mbmiller1956

3 жыл бұрын

‘sucking hind teat’, as it were 😊

@lmd2454

3 жыл бұрын

You don't tie calves in a trailer. That's asking for a disaster, especially if they're not trained to stand tied.

@Stoffmonster467

3 жыл бұрын

@@lmd2454 ok. My collegue didn't tie a cow, she jumped forwards on the iron girder of the trailer. And the owner could be hurt while opening, but ok, not by a so tiny calf.

He's a cute lil fella. Such an adorable video. I'm sure Hope will except this lil fella. Esp since she is witnessing him and Henry getting along so well. What a cute family...God bless!