Baby Elephant Phabeni Drinks Goat Milk Bottles 🍼

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  • čas přidán 22. 05. 2024
  • With Phabeni not drinking sufficient milk formula, we made the decision to try feeding him goat milk.
    While he walks with the herd in the early morning, he still returns to the orphanage afterwards so to conserve energy and slowly increase his weight.
    In this video, big bull Jabulani visits Phabeni at the orphanage to give him comfort.
    It is the first time we have needed to turn to goat milk as an option, with Phabeni being temperamental in taking other milk formula. Phabeni is drinking the goat milk well and has even put on some weight. The goat milk does lack in a sufficient supply of some nutrients that Phabeni needs but the important thing currently is getting him to accept bottles and drink. We will work on adding extra nutrients to it in the future as Phabeni’s stomach adapts to this new milk.
    Fortunately Phabent has not had any diarrhoea or stomach problems on account of the milk change.
    Adine shares a morning view of the orphanage kitchen as we prepare the milk and then weigh Phabeni in the nursery ✨

Komentáře • 888

  • @KaththeBrat
    @KaththeBrat Před 23 dny +43

    I’m 68 yrs old and my mom told me that I wouldn’t be alive if not for goat’s milk. Apparently I wouldn’t accept her milk. I love all of your babies

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +9

      Goodness, that is a beautiful story, thank you for sharing it with us.

    • @cgj12
      @cgj12 Před 23 dny +5

      Me too! I had colic and couldn’t keep anything down and my mom gave me goat’s milk and bananas. I’ve been very healthy all my life and am now 71. I think there’s something very healing about goat’s milk. Glad that our little boy is gaining weight and drinking his goal milk. Sending you lots of love, Phabeni! ❤

    • @gardengirl7258
      @gardengirl7258 Před 23 dny +6

      Same for me. Still can’t do regular milk, but I love goat cheese.😃

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 22 dny +2

      @cgj12: Interesting, thanks for sharing that with us. We appreciate your support and care for Phabeni.

  • @cherrillstockmann6590
    @cherrillstockmann6590 Před 23 dny +151

    This is wonderful news💛 thank you all for all that you do💛

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +9

      You are so kind, thank you also for your kind support.

    • @vblackwell3347
      @vblackwell3347 Před 23 dny +3

      C-O-N-G-R-A-T-U-L-A-T-I-O-N-S to
      ❤The Herd❤ - for pulling off another miracle w/ endless hours of hard work, brainstorming, worrying & dedication! ❤❤❤
      YOU can't be thanked enough or more relieved. 😊

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +3

      @vblackwell: We appreciate your concern and support.

    • @jomace12345
      @jomace12345 Před 23 dny +3

      @@herdelephantorphanage I completely understand Phabeni. I prefer goats milk as well!

    • @ellenritt7667
      @ellenritt7667 Před 23 dny +4

      Thank you for the details about nutrients still needed. Learning is wonderful.

  • @Lady420a
    @Lady420a Před 23 dny +230

    SO glad to see him getting back to himself!!! 💕 🐘 ❤ You all work so hard with these magnificent, yet sometimes delicate animals, it’s so gratifying & heartwarming to watch your efforts pay off. What you have accomplished with Khanyisa is also incredible, as is SHE! 🥰 RESPECT to all the members of HERD, Dr. Rogers and all the outside experts who offered advice and support throughout this challenging time in Phabeni’s recovery ❤️‍🩹 It is a HONOR to watch you all come together to save this precious soul. Thank you !🙏

    • @fabienneroure9995
      @fabienneroure9995 Před 23 dny +25

      I agree, the entire team is incredible.❤I'm in total admiration with their hard work and devotion.❤❤

    • @Clodi19
      @Clodi19 Před 23 dny +14

      @@fabienneroure9995 when you love baby furthermore orphan you cannot abandone !! it's liKe a human baby you have to do all what is necessery night and day and we call this : LOVE !!!!❤🐘

    • @fabienneroure9995
      @fabienneroure9995 Před 23 dny +11

      @@Clodi19 Being a mother myself, I wholeheartedly agree with you!❤ This is why I admire HERD so much, they do everything they can and it's wonderful to see.❤❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +22

      Gosh, thank you so much for your compassion, kind words and loyal support. We really appreciate you.
      Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” - HK

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +17

      Thank is very kind thank you.

  • @moa3810
    @moa3810 Před 23 dny +60

    Phabeni's gained three kilos, yayyyyy....
    Goat milk does miracles!

  • @mopsolina
    @mopsolina Před 23 dny +117

    Such a beautiful news. Dear Phabeni, please drink your milk so you can walk with your family sooner. A ton of thank yous to his human family, too.

  • @debdew7125
    @debdew7125 Před 23 dny +134

    So thankful he's drinking the goats milk! 💜🙏💙

    • @volkerkalhoefer3973
      @volkerkalhoefer3973 Před 23 dny +9

      Gaotmilk is a good derivative for other species, I've of racoons and other animals in rescue shelters given gaotmilk, but do you think his preference is do to Lammies bad influence 😂😂

    • @volkerkalhoefer3973
      @volkerkalhoefer3973 Před 23 dny +6

      . . . heard of racoons . . . Of course

    • @bethb8276
      @bethb8276 Před 23 dny +6

      I'm so happy that he likes the goats milk! So important to get him taking his bottles again! I really hope they can get a larger refrigerator though, that tiny one won't do!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +11

      Thanks for your comments. We don't think that Lammie the sheep influenced little Phabeni, because he seems to have a mind of his own. 🐘🍼🐐🐑

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +8

      Agreed, we are just so pleased that he is drinking "milk".🍼🍼🐘

  • @mrstukutela5126
    @mrstukutela5126 Před 23 dny +134

    This is great news. Glad that he is gaining weight too. The care that HERD gives these ellies is second to none. This has made my day!

  • @bettyfeliciano7322
    @bettyfeliciano7322 Před 23 dny +113

    Oh I’m so happy and thrilled that Phabeni is drinking his milk well and has gained some weight! I don’t know about anyone else, but I have fallen in love with Phabeni! And I also love the herd too. All different personalities and likes. May God bless you abundantly for taking care of these beautiful elephants! Blessings always!! ❤️🙏😊

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +10

      Thank you so much. You are so kind!

    • @QuanNguyenVan-sy6bk
      @QuanNguyenVan-sy6bk Před 23 dny +3

      ​@@herdelephantorphanage ok ok

    • @LibertySneeden
      @LibertySneeden Před 23 dny +18

      I adored our baby bull before he became ill and could not wait for a video that included him.
      Since he's been ill, I realized how much he'd crept into my heart. ❤❤❤ I am relieved and grateful to God that he is on the road to a full recovery.

    • @LibertySneeden
      @LibertySneeden Před 23 dny +12

      When Phabeni was behind the fence and Jabulani was visiting, Phabeni looked so listless. That was a sad moment.
      It was great to see how much He wanted his milk bottled and gulped it down.
      Big love to all The Herd team, including the office staff, and all the followers around the world. ❤❤❤

    • @bethb8276
      @bethb8276 Před 23 dny +4

      ​@@herdelephantorphanageSo thrilled Phabeni likes the goats milk! Very much hoping you all can get a larger refrigerator, it's definitely needed!

  • @eternity7477
    @eternity7477 Před 23 dny +54

    Goats milk saved many a human baby, including my own. I am so glad little Phabeni not only seems to like it, but demands to be fed

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +3

      That is very interesting, thank you for sharing your story. We appreciate your support.

    • @myprophet1
      @myprophet1 Před 23 dny +4

      As I understand, it is nearly impossible to be allergic to goat milk. All species can drink it. Naturally homogenized. Momma goats save many lives every day❣

    • @meraaicat
      @meraaicat Před 23 dny +2

      Yes, goat's milk saved my child too! 😍

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 22 dny

      @myprophet1: Yes, many health benefits.

  • @kathybikadi9854
    @kathybikadi9854 Před 23 dny +83

    Adine, it was wonderful to hear you laughing again! You are the greatest ellie mama! ❤❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +8

      That is so kind of you. 🐐🍼💕

    • @bettyderoo5984
      @bettyderoo5984 Před 23 dny +10

      Yess you are, and to hear you laugh, is also an inmens relief, to see Phabeni bounce back to his own self.

    • @vblackwell3347
      @vblackwell3347 Před 23 dny +5

      You can hear the joy in her voice. Maybe now they can all get some well-deserved & stress-free sleep.😅

    • @miri-818
      @miri-818 Před 22 dny +1

      😍🥰❤

  • @geccna
    @geccna Před 23 dny +29

    Thanks!

    • @LibertySneeden
      @LibertySneeden Před 23 dny +6

      Thanks for your generosity. Dollars are like gold to South Africa.
      Appreciation from Liberty in South Africa 🇿🇦

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +1

      Gosh, thank you for your donation, we appreciate your generosity, this will certainly help in raising the little calf.

  • @mariafont8826
    @mariafont8826 Před 23 dny +43

    Excellent news: dear Phabeni is gaining weight and thriving. ❤
    I want to thank all the people at HERD who make this miracle possible. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @belindalancaster6154
    @belindalancaster6154 Před 23 dny +69

    You need to fundraise to renovate the kitchen!!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +17

      Thank you for the feedback! We appreciate it!

    • @carA-66
      @carA-66 Před 23 dny +8

      Almeno un grande frigorifero!!!❤

    • @lynnej7219
      @lynnej7219 Před 23 dny +8

      How much is the cost of a new fridge?

    • @miaskavas8250
      @miaskavas8250 Před 23 dny +6

      We do!! They need a larger fridge!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +4

      Thanks so much, we are in fact seeking financial assistance for a freezer via a wish list that is available through this link. herd.org.za/product/big-wish-chest-freezer/

  • @Janyce62562
    @Janyce62562 Před 23 dny +70

    Thank goodness for goats milk 🥛
    Super excited that Phabeni is doing well😘 and thanks to all of you at HERD for your determination 🥰
    💜🐘💜🐘💜

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +5

      That is so nice of you, thank you for your kind support.

    • @vblackwell3347
      @vblackwell3347 Před 23 dny +2

      Goats milk? Of course! That makes sense. Lil Phaabeni is as stubborn as a goat or 2 + a herd of mules! May be what helped him hold on till they found the magic milk solution
      ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 22 dny +2

      @vblackwell3347: Lovely comparison.

  • @kate7621
    @kate7621 Před 23 dny +64

    So happy he's drinking something!! Can add extra nutrients as needed

  • @manuelascheja7697
    @manuelascheja7697 Před 23 dny +25

    Danke!

    • @LibertySneeden
      @LibertySneeden Před 23 dny +3

      Awesome generosity. Dollars are like gold to South Africa. Thanks a ton.
      Appreciation from Liberty in South Africa 🇿🇦

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +2

      @manuelascheja: Gosh, thank you for donating, your generosity is much appreciated. This will definitely help to raise our little calf.

  • @Dnvr8083
    @Dnvr8083 Před 23 dny +32

    What a wonderful news, that Adine and her colleagues have found a new feeding option for little Phabeni, namely goat's milk, and it seems that our beloved boy likes to drink it! He has already gained a little weight!😃🩵👶🐐🍼👍 Good boy, Phabeni! Keep it up Seuntjie! Thrive and grow big!👶➡️🐘🍀🍀🍀 We thank the dairy farm for this extremely important help!🐐🍼🙏

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +2

      Thank you so much for all your support it means a lot to us and little Phabeni. We will give Seuntjie your message 🍼🐘💕.

    • @Dnvr8083
      @Dnvr8083 Před 23 dny

      @@herdelephantorphanage Thank you so much for your kindness!!!😀💖⚘️🍄🙏🇭🇺

    • @tia6440
      @tia6440 Před 23 dny

      What kind of formula were you attempting to feed Phabeni? I have been hearing about products from certain companies having reported issues. Many reports of pets refusing to eat foods from certain companies.

    • @marilynolpin4514
      @marilynolpin4514 Před 5 dny

      @@tia6440 7:14 o

  • @kp8381
    @kp8381 Před 23 dny +37

    Oh, thank you to all who sent good wishes, prayers, and positive thoughts to our little boy. It looks like it all worked, and he's getting better. Drink up little man so you can go out with your elephant family for longer bush walks.
    I giggled at our pink princesses' little backpack. Love her and all of them so much.
    If I won the lotto, I would be on a plane to come see the magnificent HERD in beautiful Africa.
    🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny

      Thanks so much for your lovely comments and unwavering support. We will hold thumbs for the lotto. 😊🐘🍼

  • @dorothywestcott2408
    @dorothywestcott2408 Před 23 dny +29

    Phabeni 🐘 is finally drinking his bottle 🍼👏👏👏. This is great news. Maybe request donations for a bigger refrigerator. Jabulani 🐘 is such a great big brother giving Phabeni 🐘 a little company and comfort.
    Phabeni 🐘 does have a mind of his own while Starvos was feeding him. Trying to get Phabeni 🐘 positioned on the scale. So glad to see he is gaining weight.
    Adine thank you for thinking out of the box for a milk supplement he seems to like.
    Thank you Adine for keeping us updated on our little Beni 🐘. ❤️🐘❤️

    • @natasjadirken5633
      @natasjadirken5633 Před 23 dny +9

      Saw how he held up his little trunkie when Stavros tried to get him off the scale? "Feed me, where are you going???" So adorable!!

    • @dorothywestcott2408
      @dorothywestcott2408 Před 23 dny +7

      @@natasjadirken5633 I totally agree. He seems to be in recovery mode. I am so happy that Adine thought out of the box for little Phabeni 🐘.❤️🐘❤️

    • @cynthiamoore3250
      @cynthiamoore3250 Před 23 dny +6

      Go lil man phebani 🐘 💙 mambo blood, goats 🐐 milk 🥛, get ready spotty lil ellie in training 💪 😅

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +1

      @dorothywestcott2408: Thanks so much for your words of compassion.
      We are in fact seeking financial assistance for a freezer via a wish list that is available through this link. herd.org.za/product/big-wish-chest-freezer/

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +3

      @natasjadirken: A bit of milk and suddenly he is full of antics.

  • @valeriespicer3649
    @valeriespicer3649 Před 23 dny +42

    Thank goodness he's drinking his goats milk. Lovely to see you all. ❤

  • @natasjadirken5633
    @natasjadirken5633 Před 23 dny +48

    My oh my! What a relief to see and hear that!!!! The little boy with a mind of his own just didn't like the milk!! 🤣 What a character he has, just wow!
    And I LOVE how big awesome Jabu still takes his grass from Adine😍 he's the best!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +1

      You are so kind, thanks for watching the video and for your lovely comments.

  • @sheilafox7500
    @sheilafox7500 Před 23 dny +25

    Great job on goat's milk. My daughter wouldn't take my milk or semalac. My dad knew a guy that had goat's milk. She loved it. After a few months, she was a chunk monk. She does not like milk to this day. 😊 I'm glad he likes it. Hope it continues to work. ❤🐘♥️♥️♥️🐘

  • @metoo6599
    @metoo6599 Před 23 dny +16

    I saw a goat nursing a foal. Yay for goats they are helpful and useful and God's creatures! 🎉 Phabeni getting his milk on!! 🎉❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +6

      LOL! Thank you so much for the support!

    • @thefairyqueen369
      @thefairyqueen369 Před 23 dny +1

      I agree! God's creatures very often do help out with other babies....it is very humbling when you see how much love they have for other animals babies, whilst that does not always happen but it is not as rare as we may think! Have a great day:)

  • @kitc1031
    @kitc1031 Před 23 dny +17

    Phabeni's legs are so thin and that is heartbreaking, but Adine, you and Herd team are absolutely amazing! I know you will get him through this!

  • @donnajarvis9542
    @donnajarvis9542 Před 23 dny +17

    Couldnt be happier with this latest news! Phabeni, drink, drink, drink your milk! PS. Maybe a fund raiser for a bigger fridge.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny

      Thanks so much, we are in fact seeking financial assistance for a freezer via a wish list that is available through this link. herd.org.za/product/big-wish-chest-freezer/

  • @newearthhope
    @newearthhope Před 23 dny +30

    Goat milk! That is fantastic! Now we just need those extra nutrients as the milk is a win for him! So happy it is working. The finicky Phabeni lets us know what he does and does not like!

  • @lillyparis289
    @lillyparis289 Před 23 dny +22

    I am so happy that little Phabeni is tolerating the goat milk. Hopefully, he will continue gaining weight and getting all the nutrients he needs to be healthy. Thanks so much to Adine and the carers, that are going out of their way to get Phabeni healthy and strong!!!!♥️🥰🐘🍀🌟🍼🙏🏻💪🏻

  • @thefairyqueen369
    @thefairyqueen369 Před 23 dny +15

    So happy that he is at least entertaining the goats milk and if he is putting on weight then that is a good sign....thank you for updating us! I am keeping my vibes high that baby P will get through this blip and start to get back into drinking full portions of his milky bottles! Bless his cotton socks! Thanks Adine and all the carers for being so diligent and keeping on with finding the right formula for him...I know he knows he feels loved! That is half the battle....would like to know what Dr Roberts thinks about the wound on his hip long term. That was an unfortunate side effect of the dart that they needed to calm him for his rescue journey....being such a young baby, his skin perhaps not thick enough yet. I am praying for his full healing.....bless you all for being his Human family and giving him the best chance.

  • @rennaehanson9996
    @rennaehanson9996 Před 23 dny +17

    That's awesome news! Goat milk is actually a great option, even if you have to add some nutrients and oil to it. It's a natural source of milk so doesn't have that powdered or chemical taste. So happy Phabeni gained 3 kilos! Keep up the good work Team!!

  • @user-zb5io8rg8w
    @user-zb5io8rg8w Před 23 dny +17

    Yay Phabeni❤❤❤ thank you God and thank God for Goats 🐐!😊

  • @marshaowen6988
    @marshaowen6988 Před 23 dny +20

    At least he's drinking. 😂

  • @jonss1948
    @jonss1948 Před 23 dny +9

    Sigh of relief here. Hoping and praying this is the solution.

  • @miri-818
    @miri-818 Před 23 dny +37

    Thank you for such good news, for your loving heart, for taking loving care of sweetest baby Phabeni❣💛🐘❤🧡

  • @CANM-hv4ki
    @CANM-hv4ki Před 23 dny +21

    Phabeni is truly a challenging baby ellie to feed, but for some reason, that makes him even more lovable. He can make you fall in love with him more with that big personality. I am so happy you found milk that he prefers and drinks. I hope he still can obtain all his needed nutrients through other means. Thank you so much, Adine and all HERD team for having all hands on deck for this rather picky, but adorable baby bull. His bond with his carers is also so beautiful to see, and he seems to already like Golden as well. Phabeni, all Jabulani herd ellies, and you, God-sent people are all in our prayers. God Bless You All.🙏🐘❤

    • @GuantanamoBayBarbie3
      @GuantanamoBayBarbie3 Před 23 dny +1

      Amen to that.🙏🏼

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +2

      We are incredibly grateful that you took the time to leave us these great comments, thanks for being such a fantastic supporter.

    • @CANM-hv4ki
      @CANM-hv4ki Před 23 dny +1

      @@herdelephantorphanage time well-spent. Thank you so much for letting us in in your lives through your beautiful videos.🙏🐘❤

  • @suecash8186
    @suecash8186 Před 23 dny +38

    Good morning all thank you Adine your amazing Lady love your vedio

  • @jolandahuisman8007
    @jolandahuisman8007 Před 23 dny +12

    That's fantastic. im so glad he's taking his bottles again, good boy, phabeni. we are proud of him well done Adine and the whole team for doing a fabulous job of taking care of that sweet cheeky smart boy ❤🫶🤗🐘💞

  • @jeanwalker8276
    @jeanwalker8276 Před 23 dny +14

    Well done Phabeni! 🐘🐘🐘🍼🍼🍼👏👏👏❤❤❤

  • @francescaa8331
    @francescaa8331 Před 23 dny +8

    Goat milk. That was a clever idea. I'm so glad to hear he's gaining weight! Get better Phabeni! 💜

  • @hortensemachenaud8093
    @hortensemachenaud8093 Před 23 dny +25

    💗I'm happy to see you're gaining weight Phabeni! Keep it up!
    Thank you to all the carers for your precious care ! 🥰

  • @salhaabdulaziz7892
    @salhaabdulaziz7892 Před 23 dny +17

    Actually goats milk is also good for human intakes compared to the cows milk. It's good news that Phabeni is able to take in goats milk without any problems and starting to put on weight. Wishing for speedy recovery Phabeni.

  • @Sharon-yc8if
    @Sharon-yc8if Před 23 dny +7

    Ohhh Lord, please let this work for our little baby Phanbeni!

  • @Premchik
    @Premchik Před 23 dny +13

    Oh, I'm so glad for baby Phabeni! Get stronger soon, our little warrior (or shall I say worry-or? haha)

  • @ida1751
    @ida1751 Před 23 dny +7

    that is good to hear.. i may have commented at some point on goat milk for sensitive tummies... so it is nice to hear Phabeni is taking it and taking it well. I even saw in groceries that they are making and selling powdered goat's milk for babies! And that is my current residence in Mexico, so I wld think there is even more in North America . In the Philippines my birth country, they even milk carabaos or water buffalos to make mozzarella like cheese .. but that is very high fat for humans to regularly drink.

  • @celiareginaroma9026
    @celiareginaroma9026 Před 23 dny +9

    Wonderful Adine...all. thanks ❤❤❤

  • @dixiee3554
    @dixiee3554 Před 23 dny +10

    So happy Phabeni is putting on weight! ❤ Welcome to the crew, Golden!👋😃🎉

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny

      Thanks for your love for Phabeni. Thank you for extending a welcome to Golden.

  • @Katrene.
    @Katrene. Před 23 dny +10

    Good old goat milk! :D I am very happy to hear he seems to accept it well! Kind regards!

  • @michellesartori6695
    @michellesartori6695 Před 23 dny +6

    It was good to look outside the box when it came to searching out alternative sources of milk for Phabeni. I had been thinking about his lack of enjoyment with the bovine animal protein based formula's and I had been tossing around in my head both human breast milk and colostrum, but unless there are hundreds of lactating mothers around South Africa willing to donate their milk for a baby elephant, which is extremely unlikely, I think that the ease of digestion of the goat milk proteins will hopefully allow Phabeni to feel and feed a bit better. As you said Adine, you still have to add supplements to the goat milk but thank goodness a goat farmer is willing to come on board with you, Doctor Rogers and the HERD team. It is certainly encouraging news and I hope that the good news continues! Just remember to keep up your own self care because the road with Phabeni is a marathon not a sprint and he relies on you so! You all do a fabulous job.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 22 dny +1

      Thank you for your kind comments, it means a lot! It’s amazing how we can all support one another; we truly appreciate your support and kind thoughts; these trials and tribulations are there to not only challenge us but also make us more resilient.

  • @elephantwanderer6576
    @elephantwanderer6576 Před 23 dny +10

    If it's goat milk that sees him through so be it!!!🐘🐘💯💯😃😃🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @missclaire4820
    @missclaire4820 Před 23 dny +6

    Great news at least he is drinking some milk 👍💖🐘 he won’t survive on fruits and vegetables or branches alone at such a young age.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny

      We appreciate your trust and loyalty, thank you for being a part of our story.

  • @jennifersymon9557
    @jennifersymon9557 Před 23 dny +7

    YAY on the goat milk!! Love the “Phabeni Frig” with all his food and snacks!

  • @Beruthiel45
    @Beruthiel45 Před 23 dny +16

    This is wonderful news, so happy for Phabeni, and all of you at Herd who work so hard to keep him healthy. Xxx🤗💖

  • @helmut7878
    @helmut7878 Před 23 dny +4

    Very good News ♥

  • @cosmoplakat9549
    @cosmoplakat9549 Před 23 dny +10

    Goat milk is sold for dogs and cats with digestive problems, too! I've read that it is sweeter than cows' milk and is very appealing. I'm sure you'll be able to slowly add vitamins and minerals without him noticing, as he is looking much better than he was! ❤❤

  • @RC-vb1hz
    @RC-vb1hz Před 23 dny +10

    Made my day video!!! Bottoms up Phabeni drink those bottles.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +1

      Glad you enjoyed the video; we agree it is great to see him guzzling down those bottles.

  • @donnasteffen8141
    @donnasteffen8141 Před 23 dny +6

    Great news...goat milk wonderful 😊

  • @catherinepeloton4446
    @catherinepeloton4446 Před 23 dny +8

    Maybe Phabeni's two friends in the orphanage made him prefers goat milk...Same perfume....his zebra clothe:just like on Paris 'catwalks and on Les Champs Elysees avenue...

  • @phoebebrown2883
    @phoebebrown2883 Před 23 dny +14

    The carers are so wonderful with all the elephants (not forgetting the goats) it is nice to see humans being kind to our animal friends.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +1

      Thanks for showing support to the elephants and the sheep, Lammie and Spotty. We are grateful for the goat's milk.

  • @lizmac8819
    @lizmac8819 Před 23 dny +8

    Awww good my little Prince phabeni I'm so proud your drinking your milk soon you'll be as big as your brother jaublani in no time much love to all you guys ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ blessings

  • @hsiaolanweng5001
    @hsiaolanweng5001 Před 23 dny +5

    Great news! Thank you! Love you Phabeni!😍😍😍🙏🙏🙏

  • @carolinewatson199
    @carolinewatson199 Před 23 dny +10

    Great news for the little one, all the stress the care and love for phabene is paying off, thank you all

  • @kiko7247
    @kiko7247 Před 23 dny +10

    It's so heartwarming seeing him enjoying his milk and gaining weight! Thank you from all you do

  • @marjoriehopkins1630
    @marjoriehopkins1630 Před 23 dny +5

    Oh it is so heartwarming to see that little guy drinking those bottles! Praise the Lord!!!

  • @janparish7895
    @janparish7895 Před 23 dny +6

    Such great news!!! And a huge relief
    Do you have a Donation section specifically for Phabeni? - Im thinking of his treatment costs etc? A new, larger fridge could be included as this would benefit everyone. Thank you all - Love and Best Wishes 💙🐘💙😊🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +1

      We really, appreciate the continual loyal support and concern you have bestowed upon the herd and especially now toward Phabeni. We are currently doing a drive via our Wishlist to raise funds for a freezer to store Phabeni's milk. It is available via this link. herd.org.za/product/big-wish-chest-freezer/ 🍼🐘💕

  • @kathyd2595
    @kathyd2595 Před 23 dny +5

    Thank you for this good news. To hear Phabeni is drinking the goat milk and has gained weight is great to hear! How does 156 compare to what he weighed in November (I think that’s the month Beni arrived) for comparison sake? I’m very relieved by this positive news because I’ve been so worried about him, like everyone in the HERD community.
    ☮️❤️🌍🇿🇦🐘

    • @hotbit7327
      @hotbit7327 Před 23 dny

      If I remember correctly, in Jan or so he was around 125, so +30kg. The question is what is the norm for his age.

  • @anitasyvalahti1730
    @anitasyvalahti1730 Před 23 dny +4

    I am so happy 🤗🥰🤗🍼🍼🐘. He accepted the goat milk 😍. Great done, Phabeni boy 😘. Thank you bottom of my heart, Adine, Owen, Tigere all other carers for hard work with Phabeni. Hope and prayers for future 😊🙏🧡💛🧡.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +1

      We appreciate your concern and support. Thank you for being there for Phabeni.

  • @LibertySneeden
    @LibertySneeden Před 23 dny +10

    Well done on finding that Phabeni drinks goat's milk & seems to enjoy it.
    What a journey you've been on with our Baby Bull. Seems youve hit the jackpot & found a solution AND Baby Phabeni has GAINED THREE KILOS. Celebrations all over the 🌎 world. Happy dance. 💃 💃 💃
    It's been marvellous to observe the love for Phabeni from every corner of the 🌎 globe.
    ❤❤❤ 🐘 🐘 🐘 ❤❤❤

  • @sandyhorrobin9575
    @sandyhorrobin9575 Před 23 dny +7

    That's fantastic news and make us all feel far more positive and happy. So glad he is gaining weight and likes the goats milk. Happy days 🤞👍💕🐘😍❤️

  • @Christynmaine
    @Christynmaine Před 23 dny +5

    Gained 3 kilos! Goat milk? I wonder if it tastes like feta cheese. Yum!
    ❤❤❤

  • @vivianedaluz2535
    @vivianedaluz2535 Před 23 dny +4

    ESTOU TÃO FELIZ EM SABER QUE PHABENI ESTÁ MELHORANDO, TOMANDO SEU LEITE E QUE JÁ GANHOU 3 QUILOS❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🐘🐘🐘🐘🙏🙏🙏😍😍😍😍❤❤🇧🇷🇧🇷👍👍

  • @chrisreynolds3351
    @chrisreynolds3351 Před 23 dny +3

    Fingers crossed that this little fighter starts to thrive now and can soon start spending the day with his herd.

  • @WaterfallFW
    @WaterfallFW Před 23 dny +3

    This makes me love him more. Of all my family I had to drink goats milk when I was a baby. I couldn’t handle regular cows milk. I have continued to have problems with digestion but I don’t like many vegetables like Phabeni does. I love these little guys.

  • @WindTurbineSyndrome
    @WindTurbineSyndrome Před 23 dny +12

    HERD is raising money for solar power to have steady electricity generation since South Africa power grid is unreliable and expensive.

  • @nenephant4831
    @nenephant4831 Před 23 dny +16

    🐘=🐐... 🤔 well, as long as it works 🤩

    • @HayatSu35
      @HayatSu35 Před 23 dny +4

      Humans drink cows and goats milk as well, so not a surprise at all 😉

  • @kaylaamelia2226
    @kaylaamelia2226 Před 23 dny +6

    Please could you do a fundraiser in your next video for a bigger fridge and goat milk and kitchen supplies for Phabeni?

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny

      Thanks so much, we are in fact seeking financial assistance for a freezer via a wish list that is available through this link. herd.org.za/product/big-wish-chest-freezer/

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny

      Thank you so much for your support.
      We have a Wishlist, which is available on our website at herd.org.za/product-category/our-wishlist/ and donations for the chest freezer can be found via this link: - herd.org.za/product/big-wish-chest-freezer/

  • @sandrastarich7851
    @sandrastarich7851 Před 23 dny +6

    I'm so glad the goat's milk is working. Poor baby is probably lactose intolerant. Congratulations on once again thinking outside the box and coming up with a solution for little
    Phabeni. 🤗🙏❤

  • @felicitysummers9140
    @felicitysummers9140 Před 23 dny +7

    What fantastic news that Phabeni is drinking his milk. Albeit goats milk and that he has gained 3kgs you must be sighing a huge relief! 👌. It’s also a relief the change has another caused any upset stomach, having bred dogs, it would be an issue changing diet too quickly. So let’s hope and 🙏 the lil Ellie will go from strength to strength. It has been a stressful time for you Adine and the carers. 💖👌

  • @angelomia6691
    @angelomia6691 Před 23 dny +5

    Being natural is always the best option

  • @sharonj.1240
    @sharonj.1240 Před 23 dny +5

    So much work for baby Phabeni, but I know it is done with joyful hearts. Sending positive thoughts to all.

  • @-BubbityBubs-
    @-BubbityBubs- Před 23 dny +3

    GOAT MILK!!!!!! Of course! Excellent!👏👏👏👏👏🐐🐐🐐

  • @suzanneflowers2230
    @suzanneflowers2230 Před 23 dny +7

    Still praying for Phabeni to progress, all while being thankful that the Lord has sent beautiful people to care for His creatures. God bless you all.

  • @tcmichigan8066
    @tcmichigan8066 Před 23 dny +5

    Such great news!!! Prayers are working 💪 I am so blessed I understand its not over as I am still 🙏 Praying even more 🙏 thank you very much for sharing this video and for being with and helping baby Phabeni ❤️ I love you Phabeni always ❤️ infinity ❤️. I love HERD and everyone who makes this possible ❤️ infinity ❤️

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny

      We appreciate your concern and support. Thank you for being there for Phabeni.

  • @user-pb9gx2ct2d
    @user-pb9gx2ct2d Před 23 dny +4

    Wow..iam so happy 🎉🎉🎉🎉 about phabeni. Thank you Team

  • @NiharikaPande-uk3cj
    @NiharikaPande-uk3cj Před 23 dny +4

    🌳🌿🌾🙏thanks for caring 🙏 God bless you all ❤ 🌾🌿🌳🙏🇮🇳

  • @susanbowman1566
    @susanbowman1566 Před 23 dny +5

    It might make him smell different but I think they know him well enough to accept. At least he's eating

  • @shirleymorris7760
    @shirleymorris7760 Před 23 dny +6

    Good news! Well done!🐘🍼❤️❤️❤️

  • @narelleravesi4993
    @narelleravesi4993 Před 23 dny +2

    🙏❤️🐘 a much more positive video,you are so loved Phabeni 🙏❤️🐘

  • @survivor2117
    @survivor2117 Před 23 dny +5

    Amazing!❤ I pray that he adapts very quickly to goat milk. What a great idea.

  • @user-vi8zp6yp4y
    @user-vi8zp6yp4y Před 23 dny +4

    Oh that is wonderful news💕❤❤💕! Thank You all!

  • @happytime6181
    @happytime6181 Před 23 dny +8

    Oh dear! Goat milks are much more expensive than cow milks, right?

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +1

      Yes, it is, but we need to try everything to get little Phabeni drinking.🐘🍼

  • @olliollivaara2835
    @olliollivaara2835 Před 23 dny +3

    🙏🐘 Phabeni 🙏❤️

  • @ECole-le7we
    @ECole-le7we Před 23 dny +2

    Wonderful, Phabeni!

  • @user-cb9ke4xs3y
    @user-cb9ke4xs3y Před 23 dny +4

    A mother's work is never done....Thank you to you and your amazing staff for all their hard work.

  • @teddy2669
    @teddy2669 Před 23 dny +8

    so happy 😊 go on phabeni you drink all your bottles 🍼 and keep thriving sweetie ❤ thank you again all at herd your all amazing 👏 ❤

  • @NakaidaBeauzec
    @NakaidaBeauzec Před 23 dny +13

    Perhaps he is lactose intolerant? My daughter was and we had to feed her isomil, basically soy milk, she always smelt like potatoes lol.

    • @jk-bw8gf
      @jk-bw8gf Před 23 dny +1

      Goats milk contain lactose but not as much as cow's milk. Goats milk is higher in protein and fats too. It's great that Phabeni is drinking goats milk. He is a loved little baby. I couldn't tolerate cows milk as a baby so grew up on goat's milk. I still love goat's cheese as an adult😀

    • @marggiemay59
      @marggiemay59 Před 23 dny

      So happy that baby P is gaining weight. It suggests all your worrying and planning and thinking things through is working.
      I remember the six to eight months it took to eventually sort my baby girls true lactose allergy. Very worrying time especially as doctors were trying to convince me it was all in my mind. The day she ate a plate of dinner without vomits or Diarrhea was a day of great joy. You must feel the same with baby P. Going to donate another 20.00 on top of monthly amount to help you get a new fridge/freezer. Good work team. Worth it to see him healthier ❤❤

  • @ruthied.3219
    @ruthied.3219 Před 23 dny +5

    Great news!! I just watched the video of the elephants swimming in the dam..it was wonderful to watch how protective the elephants are to Phabeni..❤❤❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny +1

      Thanks so much for watching the video. hank you for being there for Phabeni.

    • @ruthied.3219
      @ruthied.3219 Před 22 dny

      ​​@@herdelephantorphanageYou are so very welcome! You touch my heart 7:14 ❤

  • @LarsHillborg-ec1vd
    @LarsHillborg-ec1vd Před 23 dny +6

    Tack!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  Před 23 dny

      Gosh, thank you so much for your generous donation it is greatly appreciated and will be used toward the raising of our little calf. 🐘

  • @SarahICannon
    @SarahICannon Před 23 dny +2

    That’s fantastic news you found the milk for stubborn Phabeni! Drink that special milk now Phabeni!!! Gain that weight for us so we know you are doing better!

  • @user-ug2yz6vb7p
    @user-ug2yz6vb7p Před 23 dny +3

    So happy to hear this. We appreciate this help for Phabeni from our goat friends.

  • @meraaicat
    @meraaicat Před 23 dny +3

    Oh such wonderful news!!! Yes, so many human babies (and adults!) do much better on goat's milk than cow's - well done team for trying this out!!! Brilliant news ❤❤❤❤

  • @Clodi19
    @Clodi19 Před 23 dny +2

    to day is a great day for my little emperor 3 kg more !!! you are on a the right way I do hope ! ! but you have reason Adine it’s better baby stay at the orphanage eating fruits along the day drinking clean water and goat milk !! 🙏🏼 may be a Khanyisa visit to Phabeni in the evening to his brother drinking their milk bottle together !!!t at the orphanage will be a happiness for both ! khanyisa loves so much his bother !! thank you is not enough for all you did to save this adorable baby ! it take a long way to Phabeni to know who are humans ! may be he never met a human before his rescue ! when we see how much he was happy and cool with the herd ! and the herd too !!! ❤️❤️🥰👼🍼🍠🥝🍉🥒🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌