The sole of this cow's hoof was ROTTING AWAY, it smelled HORRIBLE!

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  • @edwardmyers8782
    @edwardmyers8782 Před rokem +10634

    I don't even know why the hell I watch these. I have zero chance of ever needing this skill yet here I am.

  • @WafflesInTheRain
    @WafflesInTheRain Před rokem +6543

    It’s incredible that a cow can recover from an injury like that after receiving the proper care. As a layman, I would have assumed that their weight and environment would make recovery from an injury like that impossible, but I’m happy to see that there are professionals like yourself out there to help animals live pain free.

    • @billsargent3407
      @billsargent3407 Před rokem +438

      I owned horses. This stuff would have ended them... Cows are tougher then nails

    • @cindyn7512
      @cindyn7512 Před rokem +228

      I'm amazed too and I've kept a small herd of cows for 15 years. There are some biologic differences that make them able to recover from things that would surely kill a human; they have a higher body temp so some bacteria can't survive in their bodies. Also, their feet have a LOT of blood circulation b/c they can stand in the wet, cold, freezing conditions (of the upper midwest in the US) over a length of time and not get frost bite. Finally, their hoof horn grows really fast, much faster than say, our finger nails. And as Graeme has pointed out the environment they live in has a big impact. My beefers live outside year round and in 15 years I have had only one hoof problem of note and I have never had them trimmed. My pet dairy cows are a different story, partly I think b/c they are on a higher nutrition plane compared to the beef herd.

    • @gorillaau
      @gorillaau Před rokem +114

      ​@@billsargent3407 Cows seem to be amazing at hiding their discomfort. Horses not so much.

    • @windhelmguard5295
      @windhelmguard5295 Před rokem +166

      @@gorillaau as far as my knowledge goes it actually depends on the type of horse.
      to my understanding the problem is that most horses are just bone, sinew and skin from the knee down, which is an issue when their legs get damaged, injuries to the lower leg of most commonly seen horses almost always go down to the bone, where there are also arteries and injuries to the bone almost never heal properly.
      cows and larger draft horses have a lot more soft tissue on their leg bones which keeps them protected and allows for them to heal better.
      another huge advantage cows have over horses is that cows have two hooves on each foot, so if one is injured you can put a block on the other so the bad one can heal, horses only have one hoof on each foot and if that goes bad, there is little you can do.

    • @gorillaau
      @gorillaau Před rokem +44

      @@windhelmguard5295 Ahhh. That makes sense. Thanks for the explanation. I'm sure others would be thinking the same as I was.

  • @amandac4658
    @amandac4658 Před 11 měsíci +952

    him nicely telling the cows to be quiet is so wholesome to me 😭

    • @miavickimaloney1262
      @miavickimaloney1262 Před 8 měsíci +13

      what a polite gentleman 😊😌

    • @user-mq4we5ms3p
      @user-mq4we5ms3p Před 7 měsíci +22

      "Quiet please! 😤"

    • @Landieman141
      @Landieman141 Před 7 měsíci +10

      I don’t even like farms…..but I can’t stop watching a professional who loves his work. Brilliant stuff👍👍👍

    • @missmarie_8790
      @missmarie_8790 Před 3 měsíci +2

      And they listened!!! So cute lol

  • @ThankfulRain
    @ThankfulRain Před 9 měsíci +1427

    I just watched someone else's trimming video, and all I could think was that he was rushing and taking too big of cuts at a time, and it was so rough when he was finished. You are always so patient and gentile with these cows. Your professionalism and caring really show in your work.

    • @user-mq4we5ms3p
      @user-mq4we5ms3p Před 7 měsíci +9

      He really is a Saint. ❤

    • @ThankfulRain
      @ThankfulRain Před 6 měsíci

      @RepentandbelieveinJesusChrist5 oh baby, you barking up the wrong tree with that one. Go find you some sheeple to add to your flock, I ain't it

    • @stay_inthemiddle
      @stay_inthemiddle Před 6 měsíci +36

      @RepentandbelieveinJesusChrist5What are you yapping about

    • @DolKitty
      @DolKitty Před 5 měsíci +6

      ​@@stay_inthemiddleHe's just spreading the word lol.

    • @elizabethloges6889
      @elizabethloges6889 Před 4 měsíci +6

      It's true I watched 2 other trimmer videos and they take shortcuts and seem dispationate and detached you don't feel they are interested in the healing portion of trimming they just want to make videos 😢 just my opinion

  • @IcestormTundra
    @IcestormTundra Před rokem +2925

    My mind went immediately to treating bedsores on my clients. They can get really deep, become infected, and take an absolute age to heal. Nothing ever comes close to the smell of a really bad bedsore. Props on you for being able to stomach it.

    • @labaccident2010
      @labaccident2010 Před rokem +168

      I did a CNA class in high school and a forensics class at the same time.
      While other kids were complaining about the rotting chicken from the maggot study, another classmate and i who were both in the CNA class just went “not that bad compared to bed sores.”
      I know precisely what you mean in terms of smell.
      Not much makes me vomit anymore in terms of smell.

    • @MrAdamloring1985
      @MrAdamloring1985 Před rokem +48

      You’re not kidding I was a CNA for almost a year. It was rough.

    • @MrJamedawg
      @MrJamedawg Před rokem +30

      What do bed sores smell like and when do they start to smell

    • @labaccident2010
      @labaccident2010 Před rokem

      @@MrJamedawg they smell like rotting human flesh and they tend to start to smell when they get past the skin and get infected

    • @dewilew2137
      @dewilew2137 Před rokem +50

      @@MrJamedawg probably somewhere between the smell of an abscess and decomposition.

  • @wewendela
    @wewendela Před rokem +261

    3:14 Lol, those waiting cows are letting you know that are late for their hoof appointment and that they are important ladies with places to be and thing to do.

    • @keona5560
      @keona5560 Před rokem +17

      I was about to comment the same thing! Those girls have a schedule and no time to waste!

    • @user-bx5jo6ky1u
      @user-bx5jo6ky1u Před 14 dny +1

      "I have a brunch scheduled near the fence in 40 minutes! The farmers have the neighbors coming over and their hot t isn't liquid!"
      - a cow probably

  • @Sabamonster
    @Sabamonster Před 6 měsíci +264

    I grew up on a dairy farm. Saw this done 1000 times and 'right' before you said that it sometimes doesn't look like it's gentle or accurate, I was thinking to myself just how accurate you are with that knife. No jagged or bulky cuts. No deformed chunks. You're incredibly precise.

  • @aff77141
    @aff77141 Před 5 měsíci +138

    I think what draws people most to this content is not just the satisfaction, but the empathy. Towards the cows, the farmers, you, and to learning something that we will never use but gives us a new perspective on the world and on life. Keep on keeping on, from across the pond

  • @MoonLitChild
    @MoonLitChild Před rokem +1185

    The term "doe-eyed" didn't actually come from deer when it was first coined, it came from female cows. In the medieval era, to be compared to a cow was usually favorable/a compliment, due to how much cattle and sheep were prized. So, I get what Graeme says about their eyes. They're such beautiful creatures.

    • @fun2building
      @fun2building Před rokem +12

      You could convince me this is a quote from the The Beef & Dairy Network Podcast podcast

    • @MoonLitChild
      @MoonLitChild Před rokem +66

      @@fun2building Also just, being compared to a cow in that you were plump was a compliment because it meant you were eating well, which was by no means a garauntee in those days

    • @jessicac4751
      @jessicac4751 Před rokem +12

      Wow, I had no idea. Thanks for sharing this with us! I agree about a cow's eyes, they're magical! They have such soulful eyes. Some other animals you can come across who have soulful eyes, but it doesn't seem to be across the board with all dogs, or horses I've come across. However with cows, it seems across the board with them. They all have such beautiful, soulful eyes. 💜

    • @testerwulf3357
      @testerwulf3357 Před rokem +4

      They are gorgeous. They have such beautiful eyes

    • @MoriKitsune
      @MoriKitsune Před rokem +10

      Cite your sources. Female bovines are called cows, female deer are called does.
      Never have I ever heard of any bovine being referred to as a doe.

  • @raizaintilian
    @raizaintilian Před rokem +1092

    I’d love an update later on to see how she’s doing! I really want to see how her hoof looks properly healed.

    • @budman6137
      @budman6137 Před rokem +81

      Same here. He probably doesn't get to go back unless there's an issue and it's not healing. Would be amazing to see what it's like all healed up now

    • @nmartin5551
      @nmartin5551 Před rokem +12

      Me too!!!

    • @martuuk8964
      @martuuk8964 Před 11 měsíci +3

      @@KM-bu8ecdoubtful. That’s billable time and a ranchers not gonna pay that unless the cow doesn’t seem to be healing up correctly over time.

    • @ghoulfangs
      @ghoulfangs Před 11 měsíci +3

      same. I never see the result from these videos and it's very saddening.

    • @josephmuela5389
      @josephmuela5389 Před 10 měsíci +3

      He posted an update!

  • @davonne072583
    @davonne072583 Před 6 měsíci +42

    I don’t know how I got here. I didn’t even know hoof trimming was a thing. But now I absolutely love this channel. I’ve been hooked for weeks now. Not only is it satisfying to see these cows get the care they deserve, it’s very informative.

    • @mks9469
      @mks9469 Před 6 měsíci +1

      lol!! Same!! I am totally a city girl….but I love watching this channel. 😂

    • @sylviajones2865
      @sylviajones2865 Před měsícem +1

      Ikr, same here. Learning never stops.

    • @anitalauer8614
      @anitalauer8614 Před 9 dny +1

      Me too.

  • @nancyestes7506
    @nancyestes7506 Před rokem +199

    That equipment that you have to work on the cows is wonderful.

  • @ShipperChick
    @ShipperChick Před rokem +225

    “Quiet Please”!!! 😂 I love what you do for these beautiful animals, AND HOW you do what you do. With such compassion and professionalism… and love ❤

    • @zagan1
      @zagan1 Před rokem +5

      They'd know he fixes up the feet

    • @DreamCityRivers
      @DreamCityRivers Před rokem +4

      And the fact that they listened , was the most adorable thing, lol!!! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @storm-3250
    @storm-3250 Před rokem +788

    I really love how you always explain what's happening and talk about your own thoughts and feelings, while engaging and educating the audience by asking us what we think. Great content. The work you do for these animals is amazing!

  • @gregory9733
    @gregory9733 Před 10 měsíci +263

    Been watching these videos for a while now and can honestly say you dont give yourself enough credit,the precision you need to have to truly make sure that those cows dont feel any aditional pain while trimming is spot on. You go the extra mile for them and thats what makes these videos so special to watch!
    Thank you!

  • @user-pl2jk8if7t
    @user-pl2jk8if7t Před rokem +44

    Who else here cuz they can't fall asleep

    • @beckstervanc4947
      @beckstervanc4947 Před 2 dny +1

      You asked this a year ago but the question is as relevant now as it was then!

    • @kmcgz
      @kmcgz Před dnem

      5am...yup

    • @Trucktaylor
      @Trucktaylor Před 14 hodinami

      Definitely me lol

  • @christinelajoie749
    @christinelajoie749 Před rokem +105

    Many years ago I lived with a bunch of friends one of which was Scottish. He complimented me once by saying I had cow eyes. At the time I had no idea how to take it. I'm from a Canadian city and had never seen cows up close. He was a dairy farmer. I think I understand the compliment better now.

    • @frlolz
      @frlolz Před rokem +5

      It means you have kind eyes and pretty lashes 😇

  • @jcrouch19
    @jcrouch19 Před rokem +159

    The other cows were like, “gross, that smells horrible! Who let that one?” 🤣 So satisfying seeing all that infection uncovered and treated, but thanks also for commenting on the smell. Watching on the internet, you don’t realize just what all that smells like, and it must be bad if you commented on it. Your nose usually seems to take most smells in stride.

  • @theredeyedjedi701
    @theredeyedjedi701 Před 6 měsíci +15

    As a city boy from America who has never been on a farm, I am completely intrigued by your videos. Thank you

    • @TheOReport1994
      @TheOReport1994 Před 15 dny

      If you're watchin' this channel then you're a country boy in spirit!

  • @reality_is_the_key
    @reality_is_the_key Před měsícem +3

    They do have the sweetest eyes. You can see just how sweet their souls are.

  • @creatrixcorvusarts876
    @creatrixcorvusarts876 Před rokem +425

    I had a dog that got a broken leg that was very severe and it had to be stabilized and left open…so that the necrotic tissue could be derided daily. I can well relate to what that smelled like. Good job GP. I so appreciate your compassion for these creatures.

    • @loner6565
      @loner6565 Před rokem +5

      the poor thing!!! 🥺😭 was the dog ok in the end??

    • @Sewblon
      @Sewblon Před rokem +4

      "so that the necrotic tissue could be derided daily." So the necrotic tissue was insulted and laughed at every day?

    • @thegrim418
      @thegrim418 Před rokem +1

      It's a terrible smell. An aunt got a flesh eating bacteria that went 6 inches deep before the boil ruptured. Took a year of treatment left open and smelled to high hell.

    • @UnityAgainstJewishEvil
      @UnityAgainstJewishEvil Před rokem +8

      @@Sewblon
      Serves it right in my opinion.

    • @jorgyt754
      @jorgyt754 Před rokem

      @@thegrim418 jesus christ, is she ok? That genuinely sounds like a living hell dude.

  • @fox-fluffl9002
    @fox-fluffl9002 Před rokem +432

    I can only imagine how painful this was to walk on, and how awful it smelled. I've been following the channel for a while - it's actually what's making me consider doing large animal vet work, not just companion/exotic animal - and I absolutely love seeing how much you care for these animals.
    I hope she recovers quickly and with little to no complications as her hoof heals :3

    • @samanthawright8830
      @samanthawright8830 Před rokem +25

      As the owner of a large animal, please consider being a large animal vet! They are dwindling in number and it can be hard to get good health care for large animals in some areas

    • @fox-fluffl9002
      @fox-fluffl9002 Před rokem +7

      I'm glad to hear that! I got to interact with sheep and a cow my first week of college and it was so much fun!
      For those curious, I caught our group's sheep so we could take temperature and listen to the heart and lungs, then got to feel a cow's rumen through a porthole. Needles to say while my friend was quite grossed out when I told her, I had a lot of fun X3

    • @roseyhorsegirl8079
      @roseyhorsegirl8079 Před rokem +13

      Yes, yes, yes!! Please become a large animal vet. Almost no-one is becoming large animal vets anymore. If you want more incentive to become a large animal vet, watch some Dr. Pol. He's on National Geographic Wild. If you don't have that channel, you can find him on CZcams, too. Also look up Hatcher Family Dairy. That's another show on Nat Geo Wild. Talk about caring people. Ooooo! I love that show! The sister is a vet, too, so you get some farm life and some vet life.

    • @fox-fluffl9002
      @fox-fluffl9002 Před rokem +6

      @@roseyhorsegirl8079 Funnily enough, Dr. Pol, Rocky Mountain Vet, and another one I can't remember the name of (she's an Alaskan vet) were some of my favorite shows in middle/high school :3

    • @roseyhorsegirl8079
      @roseyhorsegirl8079 Před rokem +6

      @@fox-fluffl9002 Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet!! Yes, I watch her, too. We even drove to Michigan one year and we got to meet Dr. Pol. It wasn't just a quick picture either. He took us on a tour of the clinic and a client let us watch him work on his sheep! (The client came to the clinic, we didn't ride along on a farm call, lol.) I'm studying to be a Vet Tech, so I wish you all the best in becoming a vet. Hopefully, with large animals! 😊👋🏻

  • @jd5476
    @jd5476 Před 11 měsíci +50

    Omg! Thank God these animals have you! I had no idea these things could happen. I don't want to know what would happen if they hadn't had you and your care. God bless you, sir!

  • @N1K1_meow
    @N1K1_meow Před 18 dny +1

    I really love and appreciate how you leave your mistakes in the video - it feels a lot more authentic, and it’s good that you turn it into an educational opportunity by explaining what you did wrong.

  • @SephCondor
    @SephCondor Před rokem +216

    After a day in her office, there’s something really relaxing about Graeme outdoors doing what he does for his four legged clients…😊👍🏾👏🏾

    • @stevenscottoddballz
      @stevenscottoddballz Před rokem +6

      "After a day in her office..." [Whose office?]

    • @BodieP1
      @BodieP1 Před rokem

      Exactly! I grew up on a ranch and worked in a dairy during college. I LOVE watching these videos--guys working cows in poopy pants and the occasional messed up hoof--just doesn't get any better.

    • @Beef1188
      @Beef1188 Před rokem +3

      How is your comment one minute older than the actual video? Silly CZcams...

    • @ElysetheEevee
      @ElysetheEevee Před rokem

      @BigBadBeef On mine, it's apparently 5 minutes older than the video posting lol.

    • @ElysetheEevee
      @ElysetheEevee Před rokem +1

      @@stevenscottoddballz
      I'm also a little confused on that part....

  • @Hollandobloom91
    @Hollandobloom91 Před rokem +40

    I know nothing about trimming hooves or cattle really but I keep watching these videos. I’ve just come home from a 12 hour shift working for the NHS and I’m literally just laying here like a cabbage watching this. Why? No idea, but I find it chill as fuck after a stressful day

  • @greglynas52
    @greglynas52 Před 8 měsíci +10

    I am a big animal person so seeing the way you treat these beautiful creatures is so amazing. Treating them as passionately and carefully as you would a person. It’s just beautiful

  • @pauls5745
    @pauls5745 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Poor baby! She's had expert care and I'm sure she's well on the way to a problem-free recovery.

  • @solum_mirari5925
    @solum_mirari5925 Před rokem +414

    This reminds me of my issues with ingrown toenails. The amount of times I gouged out chunks of my skin and nailbed just to get some pain relief… thankfully I’ve since had surgery becuase my issues were caused by a deformity. Glad to know that there’s people who can provide the same relief for animals!

    • @SirDeerBird
      @SirDeerBird Před 11 měsíci +3

      I also have deformed toenails but thankfully it's not too bad

    • @hollo0o583
      @hollo0o583 Před 11 měsíci +12

      For me it’s about not cutting the corners too short and digging out the dead skin.

    • @user-re8tc1dg3b
      @user-re8tc1dg3b Před 11 měsíci +23

      Not me performing surgery on myself by cutting the part of the nail and just pulling it out with plyers, getting the nasty shit out and then disinfecting it

    • @solum_mirari5925
      @solum_mirari5925 Před 11 měsíci +4

      @@user-re8tc1dg3b I did that for a couple years but it was tiring and my feet still hurt all the time so I got it professionally done

    • @user-re8tc1dg3b
      @user-re8tc1dg3b Před 11 měsíci +2

      @@solum_mirari5925 probably did it poorly, idk, i did it once and its fine ever since... but it was the thumb..

  • @linds4805
    @linds4805 Před rokem +45

    Thanks for showing her face. She is beautiful with those soulful eyes. You're right she seems so calm, as if she knows you are helping her to feel better. Thanks for the excellent work you do for these sweet ladies.

  • @FreeSpiritinLove
    @FreeSpiritinLove Před 7 měsíci +7

    One of my granddaughters raised a steer for 4H this year. He was beautiful, learned to walk on a lead, had numerous baths during the weekend of the fair and on the day of the auction. We all loved him and had a hard time saying goodbye. I believe that cattle are much more intelligent than we give them credit for and are actually easy to love (other than on the grill). I am hoping that we collectively rethink how we treat them (not the ones the Hoof GP visit but I’m thinking more of the ones in the US from an industrial standpoint). This cow had a beautiful face and eyes. It made me think of Bullseye.

  • @DPowered2
    @DPowered2 Před 6 měsíci +5

    Accidentally watched one cow hoof video and now i keep getting them and i keep watching them

  • @keiyangoshin3650
    @keiyangoshin3650 Před rokem +510

    I’m amazed at how calm the animal is during this process. I’m sure of them might be scared, nervous or upset at times, but they appear to be very good patients. Congratulations on a job well done! 👍

    • @siqxyre8473
      @siqxyre8473 Před rokem +104

      The cage theyre put in comfortably compresses them. Its like a big hug honestly. It calms them down alot

    • @EnsiMochi
      @EnsiMochi Před rokem +10

      They are milk cows and used to being treated like objects

    • @AgnesIona
      @AgnesIona Před rokem +75

      @@ashrowan2143 Apparently it is a mammal thing. Some scientists did an experiment with it a while back. Enclosed, but no squeeze is panic. Too much squeeze is uncomfortable. But just the right squeeze makes even the most panicky or frightened of mammals instinctively calm down and relax. The hypothesis it is it is some kind of subconscious memory of being nice and cozy in the womb.

    • @VictoriaEMeredith
      @VictoriaEMeredith Před rokem +18

      I always figured that they’ve been walking around in constant pain for who knows how long, so somebody messing with the hoof while their weight is off it is barely comparable to their “normal” agony. But the squeeze thing works, too. 😁

    • @The-Grateful-Hippie
      @The-Grateful-Hippie Před rokem +25

      @@AgnesIona That's why swaddling an infant works, as well as compression wraps like the Thunder shirt for dogs and cats

  • @midnightkittie1984
    @midnightkittie1984 Před rokem +120

    This poor cow. I cannot imagine the amount of pain she was in. So glad that you were able to help her.

    • @clownindan
      @clownindan Před rokem +1

      That would be like having a huge cystic infection on the bottom of your foot.

    • @andy31793
      @andy31793 Před rokem

      Considering it's because of humans her foot is injured in the first place.

    • @absolutezerochill2700
      @absolutezerochill2700 Před rokem +3

      @@andy31793 huh?

  • @bobbie9984
    @bobbie9984 Před 10 měsíci +14

    I appreciate how you take us along with you and include us hoping we have retained some of your lessons in you videos. Love your voice too.

  • @adeleperry4311
    @adeleperry4311 Před 6 měsíci +5

    I also appreciate the fact that you tried to numb the area, before cutting it.

  • @seamusisstressed9721
    @seamusisstressed9721 Před rokem +80

    My late grandmother decided to stop treating her diabetes because she was ready to pass, which led to her legs becoming necrotic. There's some kind of animal instinct that comes out when smelling necrotic tissue that never ceases to amaze me. No other smell makes us afraid.

    • @patrickvanrinsvelt4466
      @patrickvanrinsvelt4466 Před rokem +14

      Yes there is one other smell that makes us all, including animals afraid. The smell of fire.

    • @makaylajones3673
      @makaylajones3673 Před 6 měsíci

      ​@@patrickvanrinsvelt4466hmm depends on where the fire is coming from🤔

    • @patrickvanrinsvelt4466
      @patrickvanrinsvelt4466 Před 6 měsíci +3

      @@makaylajones3673 Typically you don't know and you assume the worst. I was in Australia once and smelled smoke in my room. I called the front desk and they said it was just a bush fire. Pretty common and nothing to worry about

    • @MKR5210
      @MKR5210 Před 4 měsíci +1

      You've obviously never been in a room with a farting dog after it's eaten vindaloo and onion bhajis. Believe me you will be very afraid 😱

  • @kathrynpupos9103
    @kathrynpupos9103 Před rokem +116

    I hope there will be an update on her progress. You've started the best practices and I hope she recovers soon.

    • @welshpete12
      @welshpete12 Před rokem +4

      Oh yes please , please let us know how she gets on !

  • @JustMe88419
    @JustMe88419 Před 11 měsíci +31

    It's so refreshing how much you obviously care about the animals that you work with. That is probably one of the best parts of these videos. Great job!!

  • @777sLc1
    @777sLc1 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Its so nice to see people being nice and careing to these animals. And thats why i like watching these vids.

  • @bianccamorris7282
    @bianccamorris7282 Před rokem +116

    Fun fact: I now say IO-deen at the hospital, quite randomly now, and I love the reaction I get from my coworkers. Thank you for yet another day in the Scotland environment and another day watching you helping a cow feel better.

  • @terristroh3965
    @terristroh3965 Před rokem +184

    I love your channel. I’m so glad to have found it. Your love of the cows helps my depression. They are such wonderful animals. I agree about the eyes.

    • @nickswinehart1496
      @nickswinehart1496 Před rokem +10

      Hang in there, things will get better! Comfort is the our worst enemy! Stay up

    • @stevedavies1261
      @stevedavies1261 Před rokem

      Do you love the fact they will be loaded up into a truck one day, tossed and thrown around...Herded up a ramp, scared and frightened, only to be brutally slaughtered...Is that what you love???

    • @welshpete12
      @welshpete12 Před rokem +6

      Wish you well , I know what depression can do to a person . Just try to remember you are not seeing things as they really are ! God bless you !

  • @nathanielbartle4004
    @nathanielbartle4004 Před rokem +5

    I loved that there was no fluff in the edit! No lyricised music, no intro scenes... just good content!

  • @hilarysmith6720
    @hilarysmith6720 Před rokem +70

    Every night, I watch one of your videos with my 9 and 6 yo daughters. It's literally one of the only times every day that they sit quietly together. Thanks so much for bringing a lot of joy to our lives!

    • @cc13556
      @cc13556 Před 8 měsíci +4

      this is so sweet! keep enjoying these lovely moments

    • @lindacarruthers3423
      @lindacarruthers3423 Před 5 měsíci +2

      @@cc13556 @cc etc. You are such a clever cookie with your comment.Hilarious.

  • @cdfranklin1599
    @cdfranklin1599 Před rokem +11

    The other cows are like "Cooome on already! Hurry up!" 😂 So glad you were there to help this baby. Even if the others cows were impatient. 😆

  • @urkaswinney8316
    @urkaswinney8316 Před 9 měsíci +3

    “Quiet please”😂 love your work, thanks for taking care of these cows!

  • @SandyM-ui6xv
    @SandyM-ui6xv Před 4 měsíci +3

    It's satisfying to know these cows are being well taken care of, plus your voice is very calming😊

  • @garyhunter6030
    @garyhunter6030 Před rokem +45

    i NEVER KNEW THERE WAS SO MUCH TO LEARN ABOUT HOOF TRIMING . You are a wonder to watch as you work on a trouble cow hoof. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us.

  • @Michael_Wood
    @Michael_Wood Před rokem +43

    Bless your soul for taking such good care and having the compassion for them. I truly respect you my friend. 💙🙏

  • @robinpullum8030
    @robinpullum8030 Před 10 měsíci +6

    I haven't had any cows to take care of since I was a teenager but I love watching your videos. You really care about the animals and it shows in every precise sliver of hoof horn that falls away.

  • @thumbalinamom
    @thumbalinamom Před 6 měsíci +6

    I don’t believe I’ve ever seen a hoof worse than that. The condition might’ve been worse, but the fact that you had to take so much of the hoof away so far down seemed incredible. Even though you may have touched the corium, the cow didn’t seem to be too upset, I think they have an instinct. That knows you’re doing what you’re doing to help them. Great job.❣️

  • @amypeterman9387
    @amypeterman9387 Před rokem +61

    Amazing Trim !!! What a save for that cow imagine the pain she was enduring beforehand. Thanks Graeme for another very educational satisfying hoof trimming experience. The Hoof GP Rocks!!! ❤

  • @catherinebrady2640
    @catherinebrady2640 Před rokem +39

    Graeme, this was horrific and impressive at the same time. Well done and thanks for the lesson.

    • @upscale9109
      @upscale9109 Před rokem

      That hoof literally looks like that one meat dish you left out for too long and the mold got to it before you threw it away.

  • @sherylarnold2083
    @sherylarnold2083 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I could listen to you talk all day long with your Scottish accent. I live in Michigan and we don’t have hear to many people from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 That poor cow must have been in so much pain with the hoof problems and rotting flesh. I’ve never smelled that but when you said it smelled like rotting flesh all I could think about was an old chicken part or old hamburger that didn’t get thrown out on time. You do explain your procedures and why your approach to hoof issues so even an, Old Crazy Cat Babe like me could appreciate your work. Thank you for taking the time to post your skills I look at farming in a more understanding what my grandfather and father’s lives were like on their farm. My grandfather had a farm here in Michigan up in the thumb area before tractors, back then he had to grow food for his family and his animals; all he had was a work horse that was a mix between a Belgian and a Clydesdale. He took such good care of his animals because he had to depend on each for its job. However come Saturday night there was a dance and pot luck dinner at somebody’s barn, my grandfather was the one who made the moonshine, his shine was so good J. Edgar Hoover tried to arrest my granddad for his shine. The shine was kept cool in a dug out under the chicken house and the geese kept bitting Mr. Hoover so he offered my father $20. to slide under the coupe to get the shine so they could arrest my grandfather, my dad threw a big rock at Mr. Hoover and told him to, “get back into his fancy car and leave my father alone, there ain’t no shine under the chickens.” So Mr. Hoover got into his car angry as heck because nobody fears him then he wasn’t the big FBI guy he was later in his years. People had to do what they could to feed and clothe their families back then.

  • @Donkeh245
    @Donkeh245 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I know nothing about cattle or any kind of farm amimals but watching horses and cows have their hooves done is so so satisfying, its like watching someone carve wax.

  • @SindarPhoenixtdr
    @SindarPhoenixtdr Před rokem +39

    That was such a satisfying trim. I can only imagine how much relief this cow has, now that the cavity has been opened up and is being treated. Well done, Graeme!

    • @zackhudson5172
      @zackhudson5172 Před rokem +1

      Hello 👋 Lorraine. How are you doing? Hope you are fine. I'm Zack Hudson and am from Denver Colorado. Where are you from? You seem like a real country girl

    • @aHolyGhost
      @aHolyGhost Před rokem +3

      @@zackhudson5172 you probably shouldn't ask this to someone on the internet

  • @PK-oy4fe
    @PK-oy4fe Před rokem +339

    This video took me back to some of the worst human infectious wounds and packing them. With all the smells that Graeme is used to in his field, if he says it's bad, it must be really bad! Hoping for this lady's full recovery!😇❤️🙏

  • @maggsbufton1969
    @maggsbufton1969 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I like that Graeme also explains how a rotting hoof smells as well, you can’t really understand exactly what Graeme does everyday and I love his dedication in making these cows comfortable and his love for these cows..

  • @samanthapayne7661
    @samanthapayne7661 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Poor cow :( that must be INCREDIBLY painful (at least, before it was rotting). Thanks for saving her and so many others

  • @urbangamer8321
    @urbangamer8321 Před rokem +151

    As a person who grew up on a farm with my grandfather I can honestly say the work you do for these cows are amazing and shows how much care and passion you have in their health going forward this is definitely awesome for you to share this thank you!!

    • @thegrunbeld6876
      @thegrunbeld6876 Před 9 měsíci

      Do you also do hoof trimming to your cows?

    • @annehill9343
      @annehill9343 Před 8 měsíci

      Do you 🤔🤔

    • @urbangamer8321
      @urbangamer8321 Před 8 měsíci

      @@thegrunbeld6876 my grandfather did when he was alive ended up selling his cows 3 years before he passed away

  • @loriexley1405
    @loriexley1405 Před rokem +23

    Your love for the animals is amazing. “Powering through” the tough parts for the better of the animal being as gentle as possible. Thank you for what you do and for showing the world your tenderness for the animal!

  • @jackhammer8563
    @jackhammer8563 Před 11 měsíci +11

    This is yet another great video. The explanation you give is easy to understand and very educational for people like me who don't know anything about this subject. You're a good man. Keep taking care of those cows feet. Thank you.

  • @missmishpot
    @missmishpot Před 8 měsíci +3

    What you do is beyond amazing. There are zero bovine hoof trimmers where we live despite a good number of cows. 😢

  • @lenasmart1086
    @lenasmart1086 Před rokem +97

    I love the side view, showing how deep you had to go in to fix this problem. You are so considerate and gentle with the beasts. Such a brilliant channel.

    • @Yellowtshirt
      @Yellowtshirt Před 11 měsíci +3

      These are beautiful creatures not beasts

    • @sorgster
      @sorgster Před 11 měsíci +2

      ​@@Yellowtshirt ffs...

    • @psychoboo8581
      @psychoboo8581 Před 11 měsíci

      @@Yellowtshirt🙄🙄🙄

    • @timeslice
      @timeslice Před 11 měsíci

      ​@@YellowtshirtI hope you recognize how stupid this sounds

    • @ThatOneCringyEdgelord
      @ThatOneCringyEdgelord Před 11 měsíci

      the only question is - why he didn't peeled off that green, yuckish substance off the hoof? i mean, that would've cause some pain to the cow, but at least it wouldn't stand off so much

  • @connorclandfield8462
    @connorclandfield8462 Před rokem +122

    I noticed the problem almost instantly from when you've spoke about other issues similar to this in previous videos. I never thought I'd be so interested in these types of videos that I'm learning things and I appreciate that your a good teacher as well as just making these videos for us to enjoy

  • @ManubibiWalsh
    @ManubibiWalsh Před dnem

    My goodness, poor girl. 😢 thank you for taking care of her!

  • @dawnmitchell11
    @dawnmitchell11 Před 2 měsíci

    You have a winning combo here HGP! Relaxing music, oddly satisfying methodical trimming away, pus pops, compassion and care for the animals, and gorgeous Scottish scenery!!
    And you even make it educational for the viewer, rather than completely passive!
    I've been to Scotland once and am waiting until the day I can make a return visit. I didn't want to go back home when I visited! 🤣
    I'm also ecstatic to see someone from the area where my "clan" would have been from (McNaughton/McCracken)! All I know about Wigtown is that it's known as "Book Town"!

  • @to_crazy7478
    @to_crazy7478 Před rokem +11

    You know, I'm a gamer and plant specialist, i usualy watch funny videos or some random documentarys, but with every video, i find myself, sitting here with a cup of coffee, watching closely and staring intently to identify and learn the problems. Don't think i'll ever need the knowledge, but one never knows.
    I like your vids, keep it up!

  • @SarahLovesU2
    @SarahLovesU2 Před 8 měsíci +7

    I can see you take great care in how you trim a problem area. You’re precise in your placement. Hoof is not easy to cut through! It takes strength. And I think we here all know you’re about caring for the cows ❤️

  • @oldvedub1
    @oldvedub1 Před rokem +4

    Love when someone like yourself helps an animal in need. God Bless you!

  • @GDaddyTx
    @GDaddyTx Před rokem +16

    Been a fan for a very long time and I am still amazed at what a gentle touch you have. Not to mention how much you care for the animals you care for….

  • @Swalka1991
    @Swalka1991 Před rokem +23

    I'm so glad I found your channel. My great-uncle owned a dairy farm when I was young and I remember Mary - his lead who thought she was a dog - very fondly. I think about her and my family everytime I see one of your videos even though Missouri is a long way from Scotland. You treat these cows like my uncle, so I know you love them 💖

  • @jacquelinedavis6607
    @jacquelinedavis6607 Před 9 měsíci +1

    His compassion and love for these bovines is for more than I expected. When he mentioned how he loved cows' eyes. He believed they look into your soul, and where my eyes teared up and ran down my face. I have had little contact with cows unfortunately. As a kid, I would ride my bike to where a lot of cows lived. As soon as I stopped, a herd of them lumbered up to the fence very curious. They were gentle and let me scratch the top of their head briefly. I wasn't sure if they were just curious or liked the attention. I loved them and still do. Now, watching these clips, I have thankfully learned so much more.

    • @jacquelinedavis6607
      @jacquelinedavis6607 Před 6 měsíci

      My story is exactly the same. I would ride my bike to where the cows lived. You perfectly said the cows lumbered up to you. Such a visual site. They don't get in a hurry not with their weight! 😅 I believe you are right about being so curious. And Graeme is right about how their eyes look deep into your soul. I did pet them, but I was young and timid.
      My interest in cows began at my grandfather and grandmother's farm. My dad grew up there but became a chemist. I never tried of my memories of the cows and the other residents of their farm.

  • @user-dg1ez9bz6s
    @user-dg1ez9bz6s Před 6 měsíci +1

    I love all of the love and happiness you give to cows and to believe that people think you don't have to do this is so sad so I'm just saying thankyou for all of your hard work❤😊🥹😍🐮🐄😊

  • @Co-1475
    @Co-1475 Před rokem +9

    There is something about this channel that makes me think deeply and wish for a more peaceful and earthy life. It’s half me loving animals and half me loving this guys outlook on life. Fantastic channel and videos!

  • @TikkaHorse
    @TikkaHorse Před rokem +6

    Early in the video, looking at this sweeties face, I was thinking about how soft and kind her eyes looked! Got super excited when you talked about their eyes later 🙂

  • @missmarie_8790
    @missmarie_8790 Před 3 měsíci +1

    lol @ the cows going quiet after he says, “Quiet please!” To them 😂💖

  • @clarcrab2
    @clarcrab2 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I am an 80 year old woman who thoroughly enjoys watching your videos. You are so loving and kind to these cows. Your voice is soft and soothing. The very first video I watched, it was so hard to understand you. (I am from the USA.) But now, I don’t miss a word. You are also extremely funny. And very cute! One question comes to mind. As hard as some parts are, do your hands and/or arms ever get sore or tired? I’ve ordered your cup. Can’t wait to see your sweet face as I use it!

  • @ebliing9085
    @ebliing9085 Před rokem +31

    I love how much you care about these beautiful creatures, you make it clear that its not just about the money in your job but also the well being of the animal. Thank you for always being amazing

  • @TheFaithfulFlock
    @TheFaithfulFlock Před rokem +20

    Why is hoof carving so satisfying to watch! ❤ Thank you for helping the cows 🥰

  • @GoldenMediaGirl
    @GoldenMediaGirl Před měsícem

    I imagine having a problem like that under my fingernail. An ulcer on the nail bed. and the detached nail just sitting there rubbing on it. it sounds so immensely painful. Thank you for taking care of these animals, and helping them feel better.

  • @jeanlove8510
    @jeanlove8510 Před rokem +9

    loving these hoof trimming videos so much, i find your craft absolutely fascinating and honourable. The relief you bring to these beautiful animals makes you a saint to my eyes.

  • @rebeccabrookes8624
    @rebeccabrookes8624 Před rokem +3

    Yay the intro music is back. 🙂 Well done on helping this poor girl have some relief, poor cow xx

  • @kaylanhudson2169
    @kaylanhudson2169 Před rokem +7

    I know she’s so thankful and relieved!! Thank you for helping these beautiful creatures ❤

  • @tristanmike
    @tristanmike Před 4 měsíci +1

    I can only imagine the relief that poor animal must have felt when you were done. Great work !

  • @MillaSimone
    @MillaSimone Před rokem +3

    I loved how quiet you are during this trim. So relaxing

  • @thartzyfartzystudios6864
    @thartzyfartzystudios6864 Před rokem +21

    You’re very gentle with your patients and I can tell they are in good hands when needing help with their hooves. You do an amazing job and no doubt they feel so much better once their hooves are taken care of. Thanks for sharing and educating us!

  • @Slonge92
    @Slonge92 Před rokem +6

    The fact that you still have a sense of smell is remarkable.

  • @debbietrabeau3764
    @debbietrabeau3764 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Watching your shows has changed my mind about cows. Poor cows. That God your there to help.

  • @user-kt2rc6hk4j
    @user-kt2rc6hk4j Před měsícem +2

    My son and me watching this he's said your a good man

  • @cindycreateforlife
    @cindycreateforlife Před rokem +4

    She is so beautiful and calm. I am trying to imagine how you stay so focused when there is a wretched smell come at you, dead tissue of any kind is quite nauseating to say the least! She will be as good as new now that she has seen the GP!💕🇨🇦

  • @BodieP1
    @BodieP1 Před rokem +5

    Hey! Hello from a farm kid in Oregon! I love your channel. Can't wait for your book.

  • @moneymandate
    @moneymandate Před 4 měsíci +1

    It warms my heart to see someone take such good care of animals

  • @thelittlelady1679
    @thelittlelady1679 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I appreciate you making these. My grandfather was a ferrier. This reminds me of him.

  • @CynthiaNye.6005
    @CynthiaNye.6005 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Well... Just WOW! Another great trim and execution of exacting trimming!! LOVE your work, Craig, Kev, Mrs. GP, and the boys, and the pups..❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇸🙌👋☕☕🦬

  • @miltonchavez1262
    @miltonchavez1262 Před rokem +3

    I have really grown to appreciate the work you do. Just did not realize how much care and expertise is needed to care for cow's feet.

  • @Cat-tastrophee
    @Cat-tastrophee Před rokem +5

    Graeme is so gentle with his trimming, slespecially compared to every other trimmer I've seen! He's elevated it to an art form, honestly.

  • @KerryBriggs-sy3dy
    @KerryBriggs-sy3dy Před 3 měsíci

    71 yr old from nZ. Since i started watching these 6 months ago cant get enough. It is fascinating. Love seeing the hoofs go from bad to all cleaned up, and the cow walks away happy. I wish i could have a go but probably dont have the hand and arm strength

  • @nicolenelsen3858
    @nicolenelsen3858 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I feel like when the dows do this, theyre just chatting with their friends and then suddenly say "Oh! I have a manicure today!" And walk off lol

  • @coachcraven8279
    @coachcraven8279 Před rokem +11

    Even after watching so many videos, it's still a bit mind boggling how you can take nearly an entire side of a hoof off and the cow will heal. Truly remarkable.