Ethel's Foaling Difficulty

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  • čas přidán 10. 07. 2024
  • Sadly Ethel lost her foal this week. Tuesday was a very difficult day and even now I'm struggling with the fact that I could have lost her. I love this silly little donkey! She's back on the ranch after spending time at 88 Equine in Buffalo, WY. A big thank you to Dr. Dallas Shaw and Dr. Matt Vercimak for saving Ethel.
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Komentáře • 178

  • @FeatheredLife
    @FeatheredLife Před 26 dny +27

    Oh poor Ethel and poor you. They worm their way into our hearts and we love them no matter how stubborn bullheaded they can be. They are ours and we do the very best for them. I'm so sorry for your loss. Give the pretty girl in the stall some loving for me. Again truly sorry.

    • @OurWyomingLife
      @OurWyomingLife  Před 26 dny +4

      Thank you and she’ll get more kisses!

    • @deblarsen8528
      @deblarsen8528 Před 24 dny

      ​@@OurWyomingLife Hey Erin, Please give Ethel a BIG hug & kiss from me! She is such a sweetheart! ❤ So glad she is well but I am sad she lost her baby.... ❤🙏😪

  • @lisabrasee2323
    @lisabrasee2323 Před 26 dny +8

    Erin, I'm sorry for your loss of Ethel's foal. Ethel seems to be handling it well. It is a difficult time for everyone involved. Hope Ethel have a speedy recovery. She's a beauty! Take care, OWL! It is very hot everywhere. Try to stay cool.😊

  • @lindalambe7252
    @lindalambe7252 Před 26 dny +9

    Such a hard time to go through..you can hear the emotion in your voice❤

  • @angelastottlemire9637
    @angelastottlemire9637 Před 26 dny +8

    I'm sorry to hear Ethel lost her baby.
    I'm glad you did what needed to be done to save her. I'm sure she will live a wonderful spoiled life as she should.
    😊 Will be excited to see a new friend for her in the future.

  • @lisabenedict5881
    @lisabenedict5881 Před 26 dny +7

    I am happy that she is OK and I am sorry that she lost her foal sending prayers

  • @judysmith736
    @judysmith736 Před 26 dny +8

    I’m so sorry Erin. Poor Ethel….all things happen for a reason and you both are handling this with grace and dignity. Give Ethel a big ole hug from me…and while you’re at it give yourself one too! You are doing a great job!

  • @dalandamcgee8752
    @dalandamcgee8752 Před 26 dny +6

    Erin, I never knew how you are a true natural in all aspects of the multitude of animals.
    I know you were raised on ranch and know it is difficult but you seem to just roll with everything, address it as it comes.
    You have definitely won my respect and admiration.
    Keep up the good work but take time to take care of yourself.

  • @jimmymay2992
    @jimmymay2992 Před 26 dny +5

    Erin, you have an amazing heart ~ thank you for sharing Ethel’s story. She is lucky to have you in her life. ❤️

  • @mikerowley464
    @mikerowley464 Před 26 dny +5

    It's good to see Ethel is ok. Sorry about the foal.

  • @deannaharrell6803
    @deannaharrell6803 Před 26 dny +4

    I know it's tuff. I lossed a mare when the filly was 6 days old. We raised her and named her Flicker. She wouldn't take a bottle but she sucked the milk out of a bucket. We do what we have to do to be compassionate to the life that is left.
    Hope you and Ethel stay well.
    ❤🫶❤️ North Carolina 🇺🇸

  • @BarbBitter
    @BarbBitter Před 26 dny +3

    Soo Sorry for the loss of Ethel’s baby ❤❤❤❤prayers for you and your family and Jeff and your other ranch hands friends/Family ❤❤❤

  • @PitterPat123
    @PitterPat123 Před 26 dny +6

    ❤ and Big Hugs to Ethel!! She is just special all by herself‼️❤️

  • @karlabollinger5331
    @karlabollinger5331 Před 26 dny +6

    So sorry for Ethel’s and your loss. I had a mini mare that had to have surgery for colic. The vet let me be in the room with them during the surgery. All was going well and then Mae West just died. They think it was a blood clot that killed her. What a horrible day so I know what you went through. We get so attached to our little critters.

    • @OurWyomingLife
      @OurWyomingLife  Před 26 dny +1

      Part of me wanted to stay through surgery but I also knew I wouldn’t have handled it well if something happened. I’m so sorry for your loss.

  • @marybrown444
    @marybrown444 Před 26 dny +7

    So happy she is still here and back home where she belongs!! Happy days ahead!

  • @cherihabegger9856
    @cherihabegger9856 Před 26 dny +4

    So sorry! You have had a rough few days and know that we are all praying for you. And for Ethyl! You take care of yourself also.

  • @g.deyoung4248
    @g.deyoung4248 Před 26 dny +5

    Thanks!

  • @hattiecolley54
    @hattiecolley54 Před 26 dny +3

    So Sorry that little Ethel lost her Baby. Poor thing, but I am Glad she was with U and Jeff. I am Glad she is Alive and Thank U for sharing. Hang Tough!

    • @loridixon30
      @loridixon30 Před 24 dny

      Just ruined the hole video on Ethel for me!😂🤣😂

  • @user-dr7xw5tc5f
    @user-dr7xw5tc5f Před 26 dny +11

    I'm so sorry to hear about her baby. I am happy to see Ethel moving around and eating her treats and drinking her water. I'm sure finding her a lady friend would be nice for both of them.

  • @Equilabrist
    @Equilabrist Před 26 dny +6

    Another incredibly touching video. Love this channel.

  • @billsouth3923
    @billsouth3923 Před 26 dny +5

    We're glad she's okay😅

  • @nanettebarling1222
    @nanettebarling1222 Před 26 dny +5

    Aww, so sorry. I'm glad Ethel is ok.

  • @jamizimmerman8501
    @jamizimmerman8501 Před 26 dny +3

    Oh, I’m so sorry! Hugs to you and Ethel and all who helped and supported you all through this! 🥰

  • @crazycatmamainthesip
    @crazycatmamainthesip Před 26 dny +5

    Glad yall took her or you could have lost her also. Poor Ethel ❤❤

  • @jacquelynmedina5401
    @jacquelynmedina5401 Před 26 dny +2

    I'm so sorry for y'all and Ethel. She's in the best place she could be. Lots of love from here.

  • @christydonham6922
    @christydonham6922 Před 26 dny +3

    Poor Ethel - but she looks good - so glad she made it back home ❤

  • @kaycox5555
    @kaycox5555 Před 26 dny +3

    Glad you, your family and Ethel survived this trauma. Doing a great job young lady!

  • @scottcahala7779
    @scottcahala7779 Před 26 dny +4

    You did everything you could. Glad she came through . I know i would do anything i could to save my pets. I hope you can take a little time to regroup your safe. Thanks for sharing.

  • @carolynmayo8182
    @carolynmayo8182 Před 26 dny +3

    So sorry that Ethel lost her foal. But I am glad the her C Section went well. Having a buddy will be good for her when you both are ready for that introduction. Erin, you are doing a remarkable job ❤

  • @lindapeterson7166
    @lindapeterson7166 Před 26 dny +4

    Oh Erin,I am so sorry! I wanted Ethel to have her foal so much.Ethel is precious.❤

  • @roberttharp3650
    @roberttharp3650 Před 26 dny +3

    So sorry Erin you are just the best the animals are so loved wow

  • @JanesDough855
    @JanesDough855 Před 26 dny +2

    So sorry to hear about the loss of another baby on your ranch. Ethel is such a cute little donkey, was so much hoping to see her baby, but its not meant to be. Hugs to you and Ethel; glad she made it back.

  • @christinekilar502
    @christinekilar502 Před 26 dny +2

    Oh Ethel and Erin , I am so very sorry that this has happened. Thank goodness you had great Vets to help yins. You can always by yourself a baby . Ethel looks great. You all take a deep breath and relax now. ♥️

  • @MonaCole-if3nh
    @MonaCole-if3nh Před 26 dny +2

    Sorry for the loss of the foal donkey.

  • @janeteckhart4886
    @janeteckhart4886 Před 26 dny +4

    I'm so sorry for you, and for Ethel, and the ranch for the loss of Ethels' foal. We all waited so long and to have a result like this is not what we all had hoped for. I admire you for deciding to spend valuable ranch assets to save Ethel. Like you stated, she is now just going to get spoiled. Now we just pull up our big girl pants and move on. Thanks for sharing Erin, I know how difficult it was.

  • @debwoods6011
    @debwoods6011 Před 26 dny +5

    So glad your Ethel baby is doing ok. 😊

  • @rebeccawashington3510
    @rebeccawashington3510 Před 26 dny +3

    So sorry for your loss. Happy Ethel made it through surgery. Sending prayers and love to you and your family.🫶🏼

  • @georgeandpattyvickers290
    @georgeandpattyvickers290 Před 26 dny +4

    We got to meet Ethel and Gus last year and found out Ethel was not with foal. We are so sorry she lost her little foal this time. She is a sweet donkey. Looking forward to seeing her when we come out in September. Hoping she will have a full recovery ❤

  • @deeg2000
    @deeg2000 Před 26 dny +6

    So sorry for the loss of Ethel's foal, it is so heart warming to see the love you have for your animals thanks so much for sharing❤

  • @Rox600601
    @Rox600601 Před 12 dny

    Ethel is beautiful Erin, sorry for the loss of the foal.

  • @lukehillier2262
    @lukehillier2262 Před 26 dny +5

    I like the difference animals that you have on your ranch keep the video coming ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @beckyumphrey2626
    @beckyumphrey2626 Před 26 dny

    Your heart is GOLDEN. Hope you find a friend for.both donkeys. You channel.is awesome.

  • @donnaelkins186
    @donnaelkins186 Před 19 dny

    So happy Ethal is doing so well.

  • @donnaneff3268
    @donnaneff3268 Před 26 dny +3

    Sorry about the foal but glad that Ethel is on the mead she has been one of the favorites on the channel give her a hug for me please and you're doing great with the channel .

  • @sweetteil1081
    @sweetteil1081 Před 26 dny +3

    It goes that I’m so sorry isn’t enough to say. But thank the Lord Ethel came out of it fine is amazing!!! Give her a hug and a smooch from me please. 😓❤️🙏

  • @cindymcmurray6879
    @cindymcmurray6879 Před 25 dny

    Ethel is a pet. Love it. Glad you all are ok.

  • @janemuir3546
    @janemuir3546 Před 24 dny

    Oh Ethel. I’m sorry. Life can be rough. Prayers for hearts to heal.

  • @joylefevre5635
    @joylefevre5635 Před 26 dny

    Wow what a experience you had, you told the story beautifully. I pray Ethel recovers fully.

  • @STEINLY3
    @STEINLY3 Před 26 dny +4

    aww poor Ethel and Bless your Heart Erin❤

  • @kandiwooldridge8219
    @kandiwooldridge8219 Před 26 dny

    I'm so sorry for your loss 🙏
    Super happy that Ethel is okay

  • @billmarks8246
    @billmarks8246 Před 26 dny +1

    I really admire the concern you have for your animals. Ethel seems to be more of a pet and I hope she survives this fold. Good luck to both of you!

  • @davekovacs8818
    @davekovacs8818 Před 26 dny +1

    Sorry about the loss to ethel and the ranch

  • @ellenspn
    @ellenspn Před 26 dny

    I'm so happy she pulled through. Get her a sweet gelding to live with.

  • @janegrieve
    @janegrieve Před 23 dny

    So sorry about the wee foal 😢but glad Ethel is ok ❤

  • @valfrasier39
    @valfrasier39 Před 26 dny +2

    Poor Ethel. Sorry for the loss of the foal.

  • @alwayslate1000
    @alwayslate1000 Před 26 dny +1

    When I was 14 or 15 I helped a Vet do a C section on a sow. She had eight pigs but only three were alive. It was something that had to be done. Over 65 years ago & I still remember it as if it was yesterday.

  • @ingridgreek9491
    @ingridgreek9491 Před 26 dny +8

    Congratulations on your handling of a stressful situation...the outcome was good considering your options...this shows you are a very compassionate rancher...hope you both recover well.

  • @marshak1926
    @marshak1926 Před 26 dny +1

    Love to you both. Glad Ethel is okay, so sorry for her baby😢

  • @LindaCoachman-nv5ky
    @LindaCoachman-nv5ky Před 26 dny +1

    Wow. What an ordeal! So glad you found Dr Shaw and Ethel looks good! Sorry she lost her foal! This too will pass!

  • @brandonjewell4176
    @brandonjewell4176 Před 24 dny

    I'm so sorry to hear this. I hope she heals nicely over the next couple weeks

  • @patriot77185
    @patriot77185 Před 26 dny

    Sad for Ethel but she is now well and hopefully happy soon.

  • @screamingeagle4525
    @screamingeagle4525 Před 26 dny +1

    I’m so glad she’s doing well and I hope she gets a friend real soon 😢

  • @evelynmueller6523
    @evelynmueller6523 Před 25 dny

    Oh Erin......hugs to you. Glad Ethel came through it ok and she is back. This has been quite the week for you....

  • @karbear26
    @karbear26 Před 26 dny +1

    Awe poor Ethel!! I’m sorry that happened and you’ve had such a tough week!! Like I said on Instagram sending you lots of luck and nothing else happens this week!

  • @gordonnichols6753
    @gordonnichols6753 Před 25 dny

    Sorry about the loss of the colt, but I'm glad Ethel is doing okay.

  • @susanmelton8525
    @susanmelton8525 Před 25 dny

    I sincerely admire the way you have stepped up and taken command of running the ranch. It's a learning experience every day and you are definitely meeting the challenges. Best of luck in all your future endeavors.

  • @user-hl7tt4hg4u
    @user-hl7tt4hg4u Před 26 dny +1

    SORRY YOUR HAVING A BAD WEEK HANG IN THERE THINGS ALWAYS GET BETTER GOOD LUCK

  • @MarvellaGillispie-cb1dm
    @MarvellaGillispie-cb1dm Před 26 dny +2

    I am so sorry that Ethel and you have had to go through this loss. Glad she is on her way to be healthy. Did I miss Gus going home? Hope you find her a good companion.

  • @user-ob1kq1tr4x
    @user-ob1kq1tr4x Před 25 dny

    You guys do great work. Sorry about the loss of your foal. Keep up the great work.

  • @lisaroberts8015
    @lisaroberts8015 Před 26 dny

    Awww Erin❤so sorry for the loss 😢I am so glad to hear Ethel is ok🎉ever since I started watching your channel she was my favorite. My grandmas name is Ethel and she had a farm and loved animals. ❤

  • @deborahcornwell1840
    @deborahcornwell1840 Před 26 dny +1

    She's beautiful ❤. So sad 😢 but she is doing okay.

  • @megkiely0128
    @megkiely0128 Před 26 dny

    Thank you for sharing… so glad you both are ok 🙏❤️

  • @pamela8136
    @pamela8136 Před 26 dny +2

    I am so Ethel still with you.your an amazing person.

  • @tammyjeninga6413
    @tammyjeninga6413 Před 24 dny

    So happy she ok

  • @loripic
    @loripic Před 26 dny +3

    💔💔💔 so very sorry for your loss. Ethel is so beautiful. So heartbroken.
    Erin, you're doing an amazing job on the ranch. Your videos are so informative. Thank you for allowing us into your lifes. BTW Hey Jeff, welcome back. Still love seeing your Mountain Dew.. Cracks me up.❤

  • @judyrudy1151
    @judyrudy1151 Před 26 dny +6

    Your love for your animals is so obvious in every video💕

  • @lynnatwmahalfsteading6139

    Where are incisions made on mini donkeys? Blessed she is doing OK. So glad you had been watching her as close as you were. So glad you are such a animal lover... 😊

  • @kayhelberg676
    @kayhelberg676 Před 25 dny

    Oh my goodness- I am soooooo glad she is ok and I am so sorry for your loss and the trauma of it all…. I totally fell in love were her when we visited the ranch this year - had been a fan before but bonded with her even more🥰
    And then the bleepin 🔥was going on during this????😱😱😱…❌⭕️❌⭕️❌⭕️❌⭕️⭕️⭕️⭕️⭕️⭕️

  • @kendaum102
    @kendaum102 Před 26 dny +1

    So sorry,but glad Ethel is doing okay

  • @conniemaniaci3612
    @conniemaniaci3612 Před 26 dny +6

    Thank God Ethel has you to care for her. So glad she is healing. You do videos very well. 😊

  • @traceyhacking7109
    @traceyhacking7109 Před 26 dny +1

    Ohh, I'm so sorry!! But you got her taken care of quickly. You're a good owner.

  • @meowth900
    @meowth900 Před 24 dny

    Oh my goodness. Glad Ethel’s doing ok after all that.

  • @Dan-qy1rg
    @Dan-qy1rg Před 26 dny

    I'm sorry that Ethel lost her foal, that's never easy no matter what you have, cow, horse, dog or little donkey's. We had a cow that had twins and a year later was noticeably stressed. After moving her to the holding pin and head gate me and my two son's started checking her and after palpating her I determined the calf was dead. I had to lift her head and while my son's held the legs, raised the head to bring the calf out, which was successful. I'm glad Ethel made it through the experience alive, sorry for the foal loss, sounds like you have a good plan. Good luck, thanks and have a nice day!

  • @kmarch6630
    @kmarch6630 Před 11 dny

    I'm glad she made it through everything. She's tough. Her water may need to be changed. That's the way my dogs act when they want fresh water.

  • @barbarakimmeth5750
    @barbarakimmeth5750 Před 26 dny

    You should get in touch with Daniel at Arms Family Homestead. They have mini donkeys. Sorry for your loss on the foul.

  • @zach_hewitt
    @zach_hewitt Před 26 dny +1

    We know how you feel. My daughter lost one of our mini mare foals earlier this year. It's a tough one when you have them that is more pet than stock.

  • @yvonnechristmas2616
    @yvonnechristmas2616 Před 26 dny

    ❤ TEAM ETHAL !!! You did I would do, even though I don't own one but good news. You need a shirt for merch, TEAM ETHAL I don't know id I spelled her name correctly but you get the gist. Your doing a great job. God Bless You !!!

  • @genewileyopa
    @genewileyopa Před 26 dny +1

    She would have made a great mother. That happens. Would have been nice to see what it looked like running around. We have some folks here were I live that had like 5 little donkeys. Amazing how small they are. Glad Ethel made it through the surgery. She looks good. We'll pray she has a full recovery make to the Ethel she was. Happy. Thanks for sharing

  • @katiehathaway743
    @katiehathaway743 Před 26 dny

    So very Sorry ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @jilllemaster3636
    @jilllemaster3636 Před 25 dny

    So very thankful Ethel is ok!!

  • @nadinelataille7462
    @nadinelataille7462 Před 24 dny

    So sorry ❤ maybe when you are ready you can get a foal

  • @richardcobb2852
    @richardcobb2852 Před 26 dny

    Great video.
    Continues as always, to be interesting.
    Heads-up, us older folks (me), have noticed the volume has been a little low.
    I use closed captioning when that happens, so it’s really not a big problem. Just thought you’d like some feedback.
    Thanks again for sharing the ranch.
    👍👍

  • @jenng2454
    @jenng2454 Před 26 dny +1

    I’m so sorry Erin! I know you wanted a baby donkey, but thank goodness Ethel is ok! She is one lucky donkey to have you as a momma! Would you think about getting another breeding age donkey to be her buddy? Grandma Ethel would be cute

  • @nancykendrick9849
    @nancykendrick9849 Před 26 dny +2

    What a compassionate and loving video!!!! Hugs it all worked out!!!!

  • @cindyn7512
    @cindyn7512 Před 25 dny

    I have a donkey... they are so easy to love. I'm glad she's better but I am entirely sad over not seeing an Ethel baby this year.
    I hope you work out her breeding difficulties and eventually have a succesful foaling with her.

  • @soniabaileywood5265
    @soniabaileywood5265 Před 26 dny +1

    Poor baby donkey....im so sorry! I'm like u...just a mess over my fur babies. ❤

    • @OurWyomingLife
      @OurWyomingLife  Před 26 dny +1

      Such a mess and she’s ok!

    • @soniabaileywood5265
      @soniabaileywood5265 Před 26 dny

      @OurWyomingLife it's been worth the journey tho! U r superwomen out there running everything!!! Such an amazing inspiration ❤️

  • @emmacassidy9843
    @emmacassidy9843 Před 26 dny +2

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Ethel, you are beautiful! Erin, we see how you love her and all the animals. Gilbert would be so proud of you! ❤

  • @coryanderson2371
    @coryanderson2371 Před 26 dny

    Hey, glad to see you out there doing that yet. I know, it's a tough decision. Been there at least once you're looking good. I'm just shouting out to hanging air top seasons, aint it?

  • @lmcintire-brooks475
    @lmcintire-brooks475 Před 14 dny

    Poor Ethel. She carried that baby for a year and no joy. I never know if animals grieve or if they really understand their circumstances. I hope she forgets quickly and recovers.

  • @Tomhohenadel
    @Tomhohenadel Před 26 dny +5

    Really happy to see Ethel. Glad she’s back and recovering from the surgery. Happy days.

  • @thaismatsumoto
    @thaismatsumoto Před 26 dny +1

    Check Arm 's Family Homestead..they have mini donkeys.