A Blood Transfusion for Baby Elephant Phabeni - Guess Who the Donor Was
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- čas přidán 23. 04. 2024
- Please read the full story in our blog:
PART 1 - herd.org.za/blog/baby-elephan...
PART 2 - herd.org.za/blog/an-update-on...
We have been very busy compiling the most accurate version of the events that played out last month concerning a drop in Phabeni's health. Following on from part one which we shared in a blog, we now can inform you about the plasma transfusion that followed.
By Adine Roode
It was forecast to be a hot day so we decided to start at 6am with the transfusion procedures. I chose Mambo to be the blood donor for little Phabeni. First, we had to sedate Mambo before putting in the IV line. Usually, when you donate blood, you don’t feel anything except the little prick, however, they supply you with juice and perhaps a sweet cookie in South Africa, should you not feel well. With the elephants, there is of course no way that they will allow Dr Rogers to prick them with a needle. A standing sedation works well with the elephants. Our elephants have in fact played an integral part in the research of BAM, the abbreviation for a combination of butorphanol, azaperone, and medetomidine administered in a standing sedation.
It was a cool morning still and we were concerned that we would not easily find a vein to draw blood from, but luckily Mambo’s veins in his legs were good and we could fill two pints of blood. When choosing a donor, you look at a healthy animal as you want to restrict transmission of diseases.
Previously with other calves, we used Setombe as the blood donor, but because she has an important role to play in caring for Phabeni now, she wasn’t an option this time. Mambo was a star donor. While Mambo was sedated, the herd was close by and the carers fed them lucern to keep them occupied. After Dr Rogers reversed the BAM, Mambo joined the herd again, and we moved over to Phabeni at the orphanage.
Blood transfusions have been practiced over centuries for both humans and animals and have saved many lives. As in humans, animals do have different blood types, however, we are not aware of blood types in African elephants - perhaps this is a research study that we can put on our to-do list.
The week before the transfusion was tough with Phabeni not drinking all his milk bottles, as well as undergoing two previous sedations so that we could clean the wound you will have seen on his rear. We also administered drips to prevent dehydration. Interestingly, Phabeni’s energy levels were always good, but I think the fact that he was out with the Jabulani herd every day meant that he ate a lot of grass, leaves, bark, and roots that the bigger elephants would drop and share with him. Therefore he was getting in a good ‘batch’ supplementation to his milk. Although the second set of blood results showed an improvement in his amylase counts, we noticed that the wound on his rear was swollen again.
The main indication for Phabeni’s blood transfusion was the treatment of anemia and chronic inflammation because of his wound, but also because in all of our orphan calves at the age of 11 months, there is a dip where they struggle with their health, and stop taking bottles. Thus, a secondary reason for doing a blood transfusion was to maintain Phabeni's health and prevent a serious dip. We are fortunate that this is an easy option for us since we have access to elephant blood donors who are strong and healthy.
Once again Phabeni was darted with BAM. It took approximately 20 minutes for him to be ‘out’. As he had two drips in the previous seven days, it was tricky to get a vein in his ear, but luckily with Dr Rogers' experience, he was able to find a vein for the IV.
We gave Phabeni two pints of blood as well as drips to make sure that he was well-hydrated. Sedation is always risky and vitals need to be checked and monitored the whole time. During sedation, the elephants maintain their natural physiology reflexes and are capable of breathing on their own.
Luckily all went well and after the sedation was reversed, we gave Phabeni some time to be himself again, while Reply prepared his bottle. He drank the milk eagerly before stepping out of the nursery into the orphanage. Setombe and Lundi joined the carers to fetch Phabeni and the little bull left the orphanage just before 11 am to join the herd for the rest of the day in the bush. Keeping him in the orphanage would increase his stress levels as he doesn’t understand why he can't go out. We didn’t go too far from the homestead though, and fed close by, while we continued monitoring Mambo and Phabeni closely.
We were so relieved and satisfied that all went well and that our little fighting fit bull took all his milk bottles.
This is a stark reminder that even a feisty little guy like Phabeni is still fragile. I'm praying for him!
That's the dangerous thing with infection though.
It can start so small and unnoticeable from a minor injury or scratch and take days, weeks or even months to manifest.
🙏🙏
This sentimental old 76 year old has tears in his eyes. What fantastic care the HERD provides for these beautiful animals. ❤❤
A shout out to Mambo, Adine, the vets and the carers. God blessyou all!
Thank goodness we have the technology to help Phabeni,he is one lucky little ellie
All the elephants at Herd are lucky,they have lots of care and love from all..carers and everyone.God bless all🙏🐘🐘🐘🐘👍👏❤❤❤❤
@@jeanwalker8276 Amen 🙏🏽♥️
God bless all involved in caring for the ellies.
You will never be forgotten ♡♡♡
Mambo the Lifesaver! And afterwards, Phabeni took all his milk bottles---such a relief. Thank you HERD.
Glad a donor was so readily available. Poor little Phabeni. Sending thoughts for complete rapid recovery. Love the little guy.
Thank you Mambo! And the living carers at HERD and the veterinarians expertise.
I looked at your profile and if you're from where I'm from it's the wackiest coincidence ever we are both watching the same video at the same time!
Thank you Mambo and all the team,who give loving care for the elephants,to give them a chance in life.❤
Yes - it was so dear to behold.
We can even
feel their caring through the TV screen. What a extraordinary love they have for these elephants... and not just the babies.
He is that, Mambo! 🐘💪🏻❤️
Dear God, please be with baby Phabeni. He's my favorite elephant in the world and I want to adopt him in the worst way, so please take care of him for me. Amen. 🙏🏻❤
Amen! 🙏❤🐘
Amen 🙏🏽🙌🏽❤️🥰🐘
And may you grant him and shield him with your health and healing and loving energy. In you name GOD the creator of all the heavens the earths you, me an phabeni
So kind of you. I have also adopted baby elephant calf Bani.. will go to meet her once she’s allowed to meet outsiders as currently she’s undergoing a neurological treatment..
Prayers for Phabeni and his recovery.🙏
I can feel all the love in the room holding Phabeni up. The rest of the world sends so much love as well.
Thank you carers our world stands with you & see the live you give. Prayers for baby Phabeni, it seems scary when any baby is not feeling good. Blessings to you all
These elephants will never forget those who care for them. Those carers have been granted life long majestic guardian angels:)
Amazing! Thank you Mambo, Adine, Carers, Doc and all the Herd for taking care of little Phabeni. You are all blessings in this little bull's life ❤
patients in violation of medical protocol puts them at risk of cross contamination or infection. I have reported this video to WOAH and, for Phabeni’s sake, I hope they conduct a thorough investigation.
patients in violation of medical protocol puts them at risk of cross contamination or infection. I have reported this video to WOAH and, for Phabeni’s sake, I hope they conduct a thorough investigation.
@@lawnetus... Are you serious!?? They are trying to help this little Bull and you're tripping over some gloves? Do you really think Adine, staff, and Dr would put his life at risk instead of helping him!?!?? Do you live in Africa? They say all it takes is one bad apple!!
What a good boy Mambo is. He has saved his little brother with his life saving blood. Good for you❤️🥰🐘🐘
🥰🥰👍thanks you mister Mambo, love, love you!
At least no one tried to hurt him for being an elephant unlike they did with Khanyisa. 🙏 that he will survive under God's care. Amen
Beautiful Mambo, sweet loving heart❣🐘❤💛
The only "problem" is, since the blood he received was from Mambo... the feisty little bull will be EXTRA spicy now. 😂❤ I love to see the true love and care that these humans give to these amazing animals!! God bless them all.
Poor gaffer. I know with humans sometimes transfusions can be like night and day with energy after but others have side effects like being severely hung over for days after a transfusion.
That wasn't Mambo doing slow steady breathing during sedation - that was elephant snoring! Good boy Mambo for donating your blood to your little brother. ❤❤
So Phabeni special brother is Mambo. Just like Khanysa's special one is Zindoga. Billion times thank you to Phabeni's humans and dr Rogers.
The "bad boy", Mambo, was a really good boy, putting Phebani on the road back to good health!
My sweet little boy, speedy recovery, thank you Mambo for your generosity. Thank you Setombe for caring for little Phabeni. Love and hugs to every single ellie. Thank you to everyone caring for these precious souls. Val OHogan ❤
I love how protective all the caretakers are!! Adine has done an amazing job also Mambo ❤
I read the headline with alarm, and I’m so relieved to learn that everything went well. Thank you all for being so vigilant in monitoring the health of the herd, and especially its most vulnerable little member, and for being proactive at this crucial time in his development. Special thanks to Dr. Rogers and Mambo! I hope that Phabeni continues to flourish and grow into the confident and lively adult bull he seems destined to become. With the help of everyone at HERD, he has the best possible chance. All my best to you!
Thank you for looking after Baby Phabeni. He is in the best place for such care. Pray for him to be restored to perfect health..
Your care and attention towards little Phabeni is extraordinary - everyone surrounding him and making him feel safe and secure. He has the best carers and veterinary care, and an extra special home with extra special family. Thankyou HERD for all that you do. We love Phabeni so much!
Tears for our Baby, may Phabeni have good health always, he has such amazing spirit and confidence. ❤
Thank you Mambo, Mum Adine and Carers and off course his Herd Family. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Isn't it amazing how this advent can bring so much emotion to us who have never really even met these gentle giants? I get so emotional over these videos! I also had tears--and praying for all of those involved!
Is the vet that attended to Phabeni Dr. Peter Rodgers, who worked at Cape Veterinary Hospital in Milnerton in the 1980s?
The concern on the faces of Carers Reply and Joshua is plain to see. It is heartwarming the loving care they show for little Phabeni. Many blessings to them and all who are giving such excellent care. Mambo snoring while being the donor for his little 'brother' was endearing🥰
All the caring hands on Phabeni...covered in prayer.❤
You’re such a good boy Mambo! Helping your little brother is the best gift ever. 💙💙
From one brave strong bull to another. Life giving blood. Thank you for taking such good care of this little guy.
Thank you ,Mambo! You will always be part of Phabeni, we are so grateful to you! ❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️And to the compassionate team that loves and cares for the elephants. God Bless all of you! ❤️❤️❤️
His carers were so tender with him. He was so well cared for. Hope he starts to recover and grows strong.
I do not have words worthy of the carers, for Adine, and for every contribution to HERD large or small, small in particularly because affording small automatic donations is a stream of life. Sometimes I am dismayed that we, we humans, are so arrogant of our earth. Whatever your faith, all creations are beloved. Whatever our abilities, all of us can contribute including supporting wildlife laws. Watching the carers hands gently soothing Phabeni is about the strength of these individuals.
I love how gentle the carers are with this baby. Cheers to all of them.
These standing sedations are a wonderful development. So much less stressful than bringing a whole elephant down to the ground. Poor little Phabeni, hope all is well.
Get well soon little boy. A big THANKS to HerdTeam & Dr. Rogers team for taking care little Bhenie. Mambo is really a big brother.
Thank God that Mambo's blood type was successful in helping him.
Oh baby boy 😢 you're in my prayers 🙏 I know, like Khanyisa, your a warrior prince and have the best care in the world ❤❤ send the HERD family much love
Herd unexpectedly and suddenly lost his first baby Mopane 4 years ago without knowing what was wrong with him. Luckily you were able to help Phabeni! Stay healthy, lovely mini elephant!!🐞💊🍀🐘❤🔥
Mopane? I don't remember this one. I remember when they lost fenya I was heartbroken n cried for days I had to stop watching herd for awhile. That was about 3 or 4 years ago. There was another baby that passed.
@@LisawleskoWyman Mopane was the first orphan baby. Adine decided to urgently build a dedicated elephant orphan adjacent to the stables of the adult herd. Look under playlists. There is no Fenya, maybe you mean Mopane?
@marliseherrmann219 NO, the other commenter was right. There was a Mopane but there was also a Fenya who came around the same time as Khanyisa and Fenya had TERRIBLE snare wounds all over her head and into her neck and mouth. She had been without help for much longer than Khanyisa and unfortunately, just when it seemed like she had turned a corner and might actually be able to be saved, she became ill suddenly and died the following day. You will find that there is a tote bag in the online shop which you can buy which has Fenya's appearance on it. There are videos on Fenya's stay at HERD and they are very sad!
@@LisawleskoWymanEverytime I hear that Phabeni is sick it makes me think of Fenya and how horribly wounded she was from those snares! Just when it seemed that she might survive she became ill and died the next day. I don't know how the poachers who put these snares in the bush can live with themselves! It is simply barbaric! I too was devastated when Fenya died. Let us pray that Phabeni turns a corner and becomes truly healthy.
@@michellesartori6695 Ok, she is not on theplaylists.
I was just looking at previous, older videos of Phabeni and noticed how well this little guy has filled out. I’m sure he’s going to be happy and whole again. We are all, around the world, praying for him. 🙏❤️
My heart almost stopped when I read the thumbnail! I'm thankful little Phabeni is ok. Thank you Mambo!
Same! Holding my breath whilst watching it and given myself a headache...lol but he is in such good hands, so sending positive vibes to this beautiful baby boy!
When he thanked his doctor ❤️
Keeping little Phabeni in prayers. Zindoga was the blood donor for Khanyisa and now, Mambo for little Phabeni. So proud of the young bulls, they stepped up when needed. Thank you to Adine and team, Dr. Rogers and team, AND MAMBO!🙏❤❤❤
I love him so much, sweetest Phabeni, I guess everybody does! Thank You for carying about him, for saving him, beautiful beloved baby Phabeni❣🧡🐘💛❤
Phabeni is a strong little fellow with plenty of love and support from both his elephant herd and his human family of carers and doctors. Wishing him a speedy recovery. 💗🐘
Just finished reading Part 2 of Phabeni's care. So happy Mambo was available for the transfusion. Watching the process was interesting. Amazing to read all the thought and planning that went into this life-saving procedure. Thanks to all who helped. ❤
Mi unisco a te dear Sharony..
Love the comment section. Wonderful to see how many good souls are with Baby Phabeni. We are praying for you Baby Phabeni.
My heart dropped when I first heard of Phabeni’s sudden health issue . I don’t know how I missed Part 1, but I caught up and with Part 2’s episode I finally breathed a sigh of relief. Like millions of others I find myself already attached to this little baby boy 💗. Prayers and hugs to all of his care givers for their nursing skills and unconditional love and support.
I prey for Mother Earth will keep Phabeni safe and well! He is such a confident, clever, good and beautiful little ellie bull! ❤✨🙏🐘🙏🌍☀💖✨❤
My heart hurts seeing our sweet baby sick. I never thought I would be so emotionally invested with these beautiful creatures, especially Phabeni. It was Phabeni that brought me to this channel. May the healing light be given, and his protection covers all at HERD. We won't stop praying until Phabeni is well again. Blessings and strength to all the caretakers. ❤❤❤❤
It had concerned me that he was in the pond sometimes. Amazing doctor and carers. Please get well soon Phabeni. Good job brother Mambo. 💕🦣🦣
I cried watching this.😢 Thank you for the TLC of Adine, Dr Rogers and the carer team
I'm a hard nut, but my shell cracked x
Beautiful village to heal Phabeni. Thanks don't seem to be quite enough: hoping my small donations, added to the whole, have helped...
The HERD YT community is wonderful, as well. I love reading so many comments that describe, much better than I, how much we love this herd and care for the wildlife of this Earth.
Paz y luz ✨️ to all
Joshua is so good with phabeni 😊❤
All God's creatures are wonderful. Phabeni belongs to all of us. 🙏🙏 There's something so spiritual about elephants.
Bad boy Mambo is a HERO! Thank goodness for Dr. Rogers, too. It is a blessing to have those wonderful carers. You can see their love and concern. Phabeni loves them too. I’ve noticed in previous videos how he runs to them and plays with them. Phabeni is a lucky little bull to have so much love around him. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Amazing effort. Incredible trust built up between the herd & the humans who care for them. Wonderful results.
I can feel the love in the orphanage room for little Phabeni!
oh god. the baby was doing so good. thank you to all the rescue people, please baby elephant - get well.
This video is showing what happened in March. He’s doing well now.
Wishing Phabeni a full recovery and well done to you all for taking care of all the orphanage ellies ❤❤Adine thanks so much to you and all your dedicated team for your great work 😊
So many prayers for our little boy to get better, and so many blessings ot Mambo for being such a good boy during the transfusion.
This reminded me of our very sick dog years ago. She needed 2 transfusions. Having never done this, our vet used her brother who we had gotten a year later who was bred from the same parents. So, this perfect match worked & our girl was saved. ❤
I just read that an elephant has 450 liters of blood so just a small sample from Mambo , thanks for the ''doc''
I love these beautiful animals of yours. Actually I never realised how attached I was until something like this happens. What a worrying time for you all and us as lovers of your Herd. Please God let this little darlings health improves daily. ❤️❤️
We went through it at the same age as the pretty pink Princess baby K. It is always a stressful time for us and especially Adina, the carries and the Herd. We know Adina and Dr. Rodgers will do everything under the sun to help little Pha, and all of the elephants in the herd. They are the reason our big boy Fish is alive and can walk with his herd family right now.🙏🏽♥️🥰🐘
It’s so amazing to see the kind of medical care that is available to ellies. So grateful for the HERD family humans and animals alike who take such good care of the ellies. Mambo was such a sport! And sending lots of love and well wishes to Phabeni through his recovery ❤
Poor little fellah. Still, he's in the best possible place for the best possible care. Well done to all concerned.
Guardian Angels are always around, on Earth and beyond. Thank goodness Mambo is Phabeni's Guardian Angel. Continued prayers for all of the herd, carers, Dr. Rogers, and medical staff, especially for Phabeni, Mambo, and assisting carers as this medical situation can be difficult and so very emotional...
Phabini is so loved and how he just had to run out to the herd after...❤ good boy phabini.
Mr. M. Mambo, I am so proud of you! You really showed us your true colors by helping your little brother, Phabeni.
And you behaved perfectly all throughout the procedure. Your blood has helped our little Seuntjie. I am sure he will thank you once he gets over this hump. Dr. Rogers is a gem of a doctor. This video is marvelous. And the Carers who kept gently massaging Phabeni rose to the occasion. Adine, I know you are concerned. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the HERD. Thanks for the detailed update and Part 2.
Dear Caroline, hi ben detto.
Mambo and Phabeni are truly blood brothers now. Prayers for the little one 🙏🙏🙏 - You are so loved - by so many ❣❣❣
Thank you HERD for being there for him, you are elephant Angels.
Adine and the Herd carers along with the wildlife vet are amazing in maintaining the heath and happiness of the ellis in their care. Phabini is a strong beautiful baby bull who has continuously demonstrated that he can overcome his health obstacles with the constant diligence payed to him and all the Jabulani Herd Elephants. Thank you all for you're unwavering dedication to these beautiful majestic animals large and small.💖
My gosh my heart sank when I saw this video. I pray for his continued recovery and well being. Great work by the doctor and everyone at Herd and especially dear Mambo who donated the blood needed for little Phabeni to recover.🐘💖💖💖
All these people who take care of this baby and the other elephants are wonderful humans.
He is so loved. It’s just the most precious thing and so is he. Get well soon beautiful boy.
To be able to see the care and love these beautiful animals receive it is indeed an honor.
Thanks again for H.E.R.D for all you do for the most amazing creatures on this earth ❤️
Healing and positive thoughts for our little Phabeni. Thank you for updating us. Stay strong, little one. Thank you HERD team for the amazing love and care you provide
What an emotional roller coaster. Thank God for Mambo, the veterinarians and HERD caters and especially Adine. Hopefully, all is well with Phabeni.
I am so glad you could help little Phabeni! ❤
Hoping all goes well with little Phabeni 🙏 Thank you all for looking after him.
Dr. Rogers is such a treasure! He possesses so much knowledge and compassion! I am so happy he takes care of the elephants at Herd!❤
I hope Mambo got some treats afterwards…Praying for precious Phabeni❤️
💕 🙏
Bless this little ellie Phabeni and his brother.
Where would life be without you carers?
Bless all who help with the care of the Herd.
Well done gorgeous Mambo. Phabeni has a fantastic human and elephant family looking after him. Well done to you fabulous people 👏👏👏
I think this is wonderful, thank you Doctor for going the extra mile with these beautiful animals. There is always something we can do if we go the extra mile. Adine, carers and all at Herd a huge big thank you for helping phaneni by using mambo to help his baby Ellie.
Incredible dedication and response from the entire HERD team and Doctor. Hoping dear little Phabeni will keep improving now.
Mambo is my hero. He helped our little boy, Phabeni ♥️
I am glad that all went well and it s comforting to know Phabeni💖 is drinking all his battles..🍼🍼🍼🍼🍼🍼
Im praying hard for Phabeni 🙏 .
Thank you Mambo, Dr Rogers and the whole team. Seeing the worry on all of your faces was heartbreaking.
I cant imagine how worried Setombe was. She has definitely claimed him as her own baby.
I am so glad he is such a little fighter and back with his family. You all are truly amazing and I hope you all know this.
I have had blood transfusion, and you feel so marvellous afterwards. It makes such a difference. I'm glad little Phabeni is on the road to a healthy life. ❤
Bless you all for your love ❤️ and care for sweet Phabeni. I love that little boy. 🐘
I hope he gets better soon! 🙏🏻💝🥰
I am deeply touched by the love and care you give to all the Ellies. The gentleness shows your love of these beautiful creatures. Love to all of you. 🕊🤍🙏🏼🩵
WE Hope all be right for Phabeni in his future. Thanks all taking Care of him.
And Mambo too of course💕
The loving care provided to this little guy is so moving to watch. Thank you to all his carers and medical professionals. You guys are the best!
chuckles when you said Mambo......made me think of the scare he gave all of you months back....and knowing Phabeni is showing a little bull attitude....made me chuckle..so we have a fighter Phabeni and we have mischievous Mambo's blood......great match .......hugs to all the babes and mothers and protective adoptive fathers and brothers
O no. This really scares me. Thank you for taking such good care of those amazing animals. The other day I saw the baby that didn't make it. I thought, once they're part of the herd they're save. Now I realize, you can never be sure. You have to be prepared for set backs. ❤ to all of you from Amsterdam. Sweet little Phabeni.
Yes we went through this with the pretty pink Princess baby K. This happened to her when she was the same age and it was very scary. We are now convinced that Adina, Dr. Rodgers and the carriers will move heaven and earth to make sure every last member of that herd gets the best care under the sun. Big Fish is alive and can walk because of that care.🙏🏽❤️🐘
@@carolynminter7839 ❤️
Good news that our little Phabeni is getting better and that he is well monitored regarding his wound thanks to Dr. Rogers, Dr. Marais, Adine and wonderful Carers Thanks to our beautiful mischevious Mambo for his invigorating blood donation to baby Phabeni Hoping he could get some Leckerlies as well as Phabeni 😅 and Pisa "little Matriarch" worried for her friend Mambo so sweet !
Mambo to the rescue! Good boy Mambo!❤
Phabeni is in good hands!
In this video you show us how much all of you love this little fellow. Be well and be happy, sweet Phabeni!❤
Thank you all for your help on Phabeni and Mambo. God Bless you all!
Bless you Mambo 💙🐘💙🙏. I look forward to the day Phabeni is big enough to play with you. Please don't lead him astray though!! 😊👍
Feel better, little man, and know that you are in the best of hands.
Hope he feels much better soon. Praying for him. Lovely Mambo saved him.
Naughty Phabeni receiving Mischievous Mambo blood! Just wait til he next puts on one of his superhero blanket capes, then you're going to see a proper little mighty monster running around 😂😂 Thanks as always to Dr Rogers and his excellent team. And well done donor Mambo🎉❤
Thank you for sharing so much information. I've been worried about the little guy. Phabeni is lucky to have HERD. I hope his wound continues towards healing.