A Terrifying Turn of Events for Our Cow

We've been waiting for our Jersey milk cow to calf for 9 months. She's been due any day for about 5 days but we weren't prepared for this.
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[@livinglife8333]

Jerseys always seem to have calcium issues as soon as they calf, their body just leeches all of the calcium out of her body and dumps it into the milk. Many cows will die from it before the owners realize what happened. This is a good video for new cow owners to watch.

[@nikkilarson4150]

Watch for them being lethargic, they also feel cool to the touch. I used to check by feeling their ears.

[@RestingBitchface7]

We treat our heifers and cows right away without fail to prevent this very issue.

[@ajeldrez777]

Resting Bitchface how do you treat it? Can it be prevented by giving a supplement?

[@Riverwell_Farm]

Not always. We’ve almost finished calving our 280 jersey cows for the year, and we’ve only had about 5 with milk fever. We find it’s only an issue for over 5yos. We always supplement with Mag pre calving and Mag and Calcium post calving. They generally bounce back really quickly. Just like Hope did.

[@tarnsand440]

Yes I have always heard that of Jerseys as well because of mass amount of milk they produce before birth of calf.

[@tombauder8489]

There is nothing more beautiful than what nature provides for us, nothing even comes close. Thank you for caring for Hope and her calf, and thank you God, for sparing Hope, Amen

[@shannandesh]

That moment when Hope got up and the vet turned to Kevin and said, “Alright” and Kevin agreed “Alight”. Wow - that is a priceless moment. Thank GOD!

[@hopechannelcat5462]

so sad to see a loved animal sick, but so thankful that the GREAT GOD showed HIS mercy for you all. and the vet

[@leemartin9156]

Seeing this gives me a whole new perspective on the mental, physical and emotional energy it takes to raise these beautiful animals and gardens! Thank you for teaching us non farmers. Bless you and everyone watching.

[@pandiyanp5816]

Thanks ! God Bless !!

[@pieretteturner822]

What beautiful creatures cows are, so gentle and calm creature, loving to their young. I hope that calf has more than 18 month on this earth with its mother and for you to enjoy and love...

[@mahoganyrootsstudio158]

I was nearly in tears seeing Hope looking so bad. Then she stood up and I cheered. Beautiful baby bull. So glad things turned out okay.

[@coleenhuff432]

Me too, that was a little scary for a min there.

[@Angel283]

Me too!!!!

[@jamiegay5528]

Me, too!

[@penelopepenobscot4475]

Our country vet is fabulous, too. Yay for our hard working veterinarians, they are so important for our way of life.

[@HOMESTEADHEART]

I am soooo happy that Hope is doing well. I was on pins and needles watching this. The Calf is Beautiful. Congratulations Hope.

[@lindajackson618]

HOMESTEAD HEART I love your channel and watch it all the time. I truly hope that in a emergency that you all call for help before using valuable time making a video of it? Seems more and more people making videos turn greedy the more popular they become. Makes me upset because they appeared to be thoughtful people. Getting more and more impossible to find good channels that I can watch with my grandkids and they can learn real life skills. They sure don’t need help being thoughtless and selfish.

[@ninamartinez8284]

Congratulations!! Beautiful Calf.

[@freedomisnotfree9129]

Wobbly is the key signal you have a problem...before they go down.

[@guillermotoro9496]

Better than most shows on tv right now

[@r.e.ashook7234]

@@lindajackson618 I understand feeling like it wasn't going fast enough, but I think they called as soon as the practice opened. Not all the staff was even in yet.

[@jamierodriguez352]

Such a blessing... a new calf! And Thank you Jesus for allowing Hope to pull through.

[@JudyE13]

As soon as I saw the picture I thought calcium! Grew up on a dairy farm and this was a common occurrence. We always kept Calcium drench on hand, mom would put it in one of the big old glass coke bottles, hold her head up and pour it down the throat. Worked like a miracle, glad Hope is ok.

[@godsgreenacreshomestead708]

So wonderful to see her UP and doing better! The baby looks a good size and nursing very well. So happy for the blessing on your homestead!

[@brianhonaker]

I"m a grown man and I teared up seeing her so lethargic and not well. Thank you guys SO much for filming it. It almost feels like she's our cow too lol

[@jendyson6729]

Poor girl, so glad shes doing well now. She seems so sweet. Thank God for veterinary medicine. Good job getting her care without delay.

[@lillianleigh7316]

I had such a close relationship with my dairy cow I named her Mama. The morning she delivered I had gone out to feed. She was laying on the ground with a low moan. I was there when her calf was born. She just laid there didn't move didn't get up. I took a towel and cleaned him up a bit then I picked him up and moved him to her sight. She slowly lifted her head her eyes got bright and she was up in a flash! She was making a noise like oooh oooh and started cleaning her son. She was so excited. Then Mama got milk fever and despite early treatment she developed mastitis. Mama couldn't have anymore babies. She lived out her life grazing in the pasture. I still get tears in my eyes when I think of her. Of all the animals we have owned she was just special. They have their own unique personalities she owned my heart. So happy things worked out well for you. The smile on your face says it all.

[@tarnsand440]

Actually women can get mastitis after birth as well. My coworker did and it was very painful until the treatment kicked in.

[@christinespillar3557]

I’m so happy for your cow Hope.

[@Edendog]

I was shocked at how much I fell in love with our first cow (Ella). She is so clever and gentle and sweet. I know she will have a home in my pasture until she is a very old lady! So long as God let’s me, I’ll keep her fat and happy!

[@mkhuntstreasure3192]

Praise the Lord for large animal vets.

[@maggievw1166]

I am so glad Hope made it through the milk fever scare, and that little T-Bone is hail and hearty. Congratulations to all.

[@countycalling]

When I seen Hope laying there I almost cried. It’s beautiful that the vet was able to take such quick action and that Hope has such great owners. That calf is adorable

[@amberclemons-lopez7220]

I really appreciate how loving you are to all of your animals.

[@raiganmtz]

I have never in my life been so worried about a cow!! I am so emotional right now. God is good!

[@pandiyanp5816]

YES !!!

[@flutey28]

I'm crying for dear Hope. You take great care of your animals

[@ritaodriscoll2093]

Hi, love your videos. I live on an island 8 miles off the south west coast of Ireland 🇮🇪. We always keep a bottle of calcium in the house. It'll last for years, and if we don't need it, guaranteed someone else on the island will. Because we're so far out to sea, an hour by boat, the vets only come once a year to do the annual TB testing . I enjoy your channel well done. What'll you name the baby?

[@rebeccajohnson8579]

It's so GOOD knowing that we have visitor's from other Countries watching and enjoying Living Traditions Homestead! Don't you wish you lived close by to lend a helping hand, and share some of their produce, I know I do! ( - ; ( - ;

[@lanetteprice7508]

My Dad keep it too and went all over to the farm around too

[@ritaodriscoll2093]

@@Dobviews So sorry to hear of your illness. I too have been very ill with 3 years, hence youtube is a lifeline. I was very active and fit. Then I got Lyme's disease, Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Myeloma. I'm getting stronger and doing everything in my power to get better. On maintenance dose of treatment now. I've given up carbs, so no bread, pasta, grain of any kind. Just meat, fish eggs and dairy. I do a bit of fasting, one day a week and thr rest of the days I eat in an 18/6 or 20/4 eating window. I started in March and it's been a game changer. When I went back to the hospital in July the doctor was dancing with delight. I had lost 37lbs and ALL my white blood cells and other markers were in the normal range. So we can help ourselves too. Never give up battling!!

[@happyrapture1370]

@@Dobviews I am praying for you.

[@queerdor]

This seems like something they should learn to treat on their own. Save the vet fees

[@nrgltwrkr2225]

Yay! They are both happy and well. Whew! Hope is such a beautiful cow! Her coloring is gorgeous. Her calf looks beautiful and healthy too. Continued health and long life.

[@Naninapastlife]

He's out resting under the tree, and my five year old said "look mom, he's Ferdinand!"💙💙💙💙💙

[@monacook3629]

My favorite book as a child! ❤

[@chrismoore9686]

Now that crisis is averted, this is a good point. What will they name him?

[@wordvendor1]

Awwww, sweet baby. 💜

[@ourfamily3570]

💕💕💕

[@tinabuie7510]

I loved that book when I was little...lol...a long time ago

[@marieleopold1625]

Life is SUCH a 'delicate' balance! SoOOooo much we take for granted. Thank-you 4 sharing. Health and God's Blessings.

[@annacousinsandalizesbegay.7772]

I'm glad the Vet came out and knew what to do for the cow, happy to see her come back to normal

[@wordvendor1]

Wow, that was frightening. Thank our Father for medical wisdom in these veterinarians and their techs! God gives some wonderful, healing hands. You two are wonderful stewards over your farm and homestead. No wonder He's blessed you with such riches...and I'm not talking about money. 💜🐮🌽🍅🐓🏠

[@tipofthemitt1092]

Omgs I was a wreck watching this cant imagine how you both felt ! She's my utube cow I love her congratulations guys

[@laurensimonelli5654]

I'm so relieved that your family is so well informed about problematic health concerns and vigilant in maintaining the health of your dairy cow. Hope is a very lucky girl to be part of your family.

[@hummingbirdwest6869]

I love Hope! Congratulations on the baby bull! That was scary to see sweet Hope like that, but glad the treatment the Vet gave her brought her back! I hope she stays well! She has great owners! You guys are so good! Thank God for making her be healthy again!

[@lisaholt3627]

Oh poor Hope. My heart was breaking for her. Glad she is better and congratulations on the calf. He is a beauty.

[@pattyfair7384]

Boy that was scary!! So glad the vets were fast moving! I never clicked so fast!!!

[@juneshannon8074]

How could ANYONE give you guys a thumbs down? Your care and concern with your animais so good to see. No matter what you do, you give it 100%. I hope things continue to go well for you. You are my favourite homesteading channel by far.

[@evelynladue491]

I'm so happy your little calf was born and the crisis was averted for Hope.

[@amyparker1762]

Wow! So scary. I’m thankful that she is ok. The calf is beautiful just like his momma. Congratulations to all.

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

Beautiful calf

[@toripenny308]

7

[@jimmieburleigh9549]

👍yes it is.

[@loboalamo]

True.

[@susannegalligan8600]

You two care so deeply for your animals. Thanks for sharing this story.

[@shellymb]

The older the dairy cow the greater the risk of milk fever, looking forward you should treat her with calcium bonus at delivery to prevent the milk fever

[@RestingBitchface7]

We have many heifers that have this issue with their first calves. When they show metabolic issues from the start, they generally aren’t bred again, but culled from the herd when the season is over.

[@CarolReidCA]

@@RestingBitchface7 That's a good thing. Keeps the herds healthier.

[@sherriebulechek8353]

Never a dull moment. So happy it turned out well, momma and son are beautiful

[@LilChi1964]

That was so emotional, she’s not my cow and I’m sitting here crying for her. I’m so glad Hope is doing fine, her baby is beautiful. God Bless!!

[@gertrudette]

Oh my I was crying too thank goodness she is ok

[@elainegregory5308]

I cried too. What an experience, I’ve never cried for a cow before....

[@laurenandreas5950]

Oh my gosh, do you people even have your own life? You are crying over a KZbin video? How sad for you!!!

[@LilChi1964]

Lauren Andreas Did the pot call the kettle black?? Look in the mirror

[@LilChi1964]

Lauren Andreas Ohl...gurl bye. Bye Felicia !!!

[@connie6545]

Whew! So very happy that she is doing better. And, the calf is absolutely darling!! Prayers for a continuing recovery and a happy cow and baby. 😊

[@DjChelan]

The Miracle was so amazing! Wonderful Vet and Assistant! I was so thrilled when Hope got up!!!

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

We have some calcium as a drench on hand for kidding season just in case to get the goat(s) through until the vet can be here. Can't hurt!

[@vj563]

Goats can get that too?

[@colinstace1758]

I was wondering if there was some preventive measure you could take a few days before the calf was born to prevent this happening

[@merryanneadair4451]

Nothing is worse than watching your favorite dairy goat go down with milk fever!!!

[@RestingBitchface7]

V all gestational birthing ruminants are at risk for milk fever, some worse than others.

[@lynnbetts4332]

@@RestingBitchface7 Especially those bred for producing lots of milk. It's that big flush of milk produced that is the issue. Beef cattle don't have as high of incidence, since they don't produce as much milk as dairy cattle.

[@beyhayag765]

What a great TLC ( Tender Loving Care ) you both had given to HOPES. God Bless you

[@jackiekitchennowordsneeded587]

I cried when Hope stood up. Thank the Lord.

[@mtak1127]

Hope is such a beautiful animal. So glad she is OK. I was scared to death watching her. Glad you have awesome Vets close by. That was just intense..lol Praise the Lord for his healing.

[@virginiajorda4226]

What a good girl. Every Jersey owners worst fear at calving. Bless you guys!

[@tuba_ogtheuniquelybeardeda7572]

Beautiful! Momma and baby well. God continues to bless you guys. Many Prayers!!!

[@ritahollund6266]

Ohhhh that was intense! But she carry her name well! HOPE ❤️ Never loose your hope 😅❤️ lots of love and big hugs to new mama and to you! YOU HAVE A BABY NOW YEEEEEEYYYY 🤗🤗🤗🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@lucydiazcolon734]

Hope was welcomed by her fellow goats. How adorable! Her baby is so pretty. Seeing her down made me upset. Poor baby. I could not do this. God bless y'all. God bless Hope. I'm crying. Its a miracle. 💙

[@karlblume9419]

Learned about milk fever from James Herriott's book "All Creatures Great and Small". Glad she came through ok.

[@kbearx]

That's a great book. One of my favorites

[@KH-tx6lg]

Dr Pol too 😍

[@michellemaple8551]

I almost started crying!!. God bless you guys, hope and baby.. stay grateful thankful and blessed xoxo

[@mommabscrochetkitchen2439]

So glad everything is good. Someone should come out with a feed that has a lot of calcium in it, like the long lasting oral calcium, that you can give as a "treat" right after birth. Might help to eradicate milk fever. Continued blessings to you!

[@mrsstorms1462]

There is something. It's called a calcium bolus.

[@rhondacary1035]

It is actually an imbalance between phosphorus & calcium. Giving calcium supplements can be a dangerous thing and actually cause more problems than not if they aren't having a specific need for it. CMPK has the phosphorus that keeps things balanced. I would recommend keeping the tube of CMPK on hand so that it can be given immediately if needed.

[@catsdailypurls]

What @Rhonda Cary said. It’s not a straight up deficiency. It’s a shift of nutrients from other parts of the body to another, and it’s a rather sudden shift.

[@toykawilliams9817]

On a different KZbin site a vet was called out for exact issue on a jersey momma. He said that there is actually a feed that you can give a month or so before calving. The feed teaches the body to pull calcium from the bones so as not to end up with milk fever. I thought this was really interesting.

[@bevnate6281]

She looks so much better. Thank goodness you knew what to look for and the vet was so attentive.

[@EphemeralProductions]

Seeing a sweet and calming thing like hope with her calf is such a respite in this crazy world and crazy times. Thanks so much for showing it to us! ❤️ good video

[@sandrafinney535]

Hope is gorgeous with such beautiful colors and sheen, prettiest I've ever seen ..Baby is precious too. Very happy news!! I was very worried too for ya'll. Vets were super gentle and knowledgeable. Congratulations Hope, baby and homestead. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@junnielaine4208]

Whew! Having animals can be scary! So glad all is good!

[@lauraprokopetz7476]

Your relief is palpable...The trying of your faith worketh endurance...every test makes your faith tougher Nd stronger...your followers SEE you and care...

[@SSKnerrTN]

I can't imagine the stress you were under while Hope was being treated. Thankful for a great vet who arrived so quickly and your newest addition as well. Prayers for you two, Hope, and the baby. God bless all of you.

[@JessicaLee.3]

How precious. The calf is adorable. Awe, poor sweet Hope. I'm so glad she bounced back pretty quickly after the vets came and got her the calcium and minerals.

[@karencatalano4349]

So beautiful to see a new mom take care of her baby

[@motherofone1]

Awww, congrats on being grandparents of such a beautiful baby. I am so glad Hope is doing well.

[@MariaRivera-bv8do]

THE LORD IS GOOD WHAT A BIG BLESSING

[@mihuertourbano5114]

So happy for the arrival of your calf. Poor Hope, what she went trough made me sad, but thankfully you were able to help her in time, being as caring as you always are. Congratulations!

[@candacethompson2521]

Welcome to the world, little one. Prayers for Hope to continue to be a healthy momma cow. Blessings to all. 💙💖

[@JJ-vm6lx]

What a great mama! Isn't it amazing how animals know exactly what to do when their babies are born??!! Their natural instincts just kick in. I'm so glad Hope recovered so quickly, I was so stressed just watching. Thank you Jesus! 🙏😁

[@DebbiHobbs]

Calves are just too dang cute! Glad to see Hope doing great after the vet visit.

[@StaceyHerewegrowagain]

Aww.. I'm so happy for you guys and for the new mamma on the homestead. There is so much beauty in nature and so much we get to appreciate💕

[@arlenejohnson3825]

So glad Hope is alright! I had tears when she finally got up.

[@anneo3754]

What a beautiful, scary way to start your day. A great thing to have such caring and quick vets in your area! So glad you have a beautiful bull and Hope will be okay.

[@tilliecochran8330]

I'm sitting here watching with tears in my eyes. Poor Hope. I feel for you all.

[@hodsonlook9004]

Hello dear how are you doing today, Wonderful and beautiful flower in this world, what makes you fill happy or makes you happy??

[@imoffatt1]

I am so happy Hope is better and her calf is beautiful! Congratulations and blessings to all.

[@RhnayM]

Amazing how quickly the calcium infusion relieved Hope's symptoms. So happy she is doing well now.

[@MYPERMACULTUREGARDEN]

She is such a gentle mama ! Congratulations on a very beautiful calf !

[@tonyk9cronin]

Great news guys,, shouting like hell here in Wales... "Go on Hope" as she was getting up.. brilliant day.. Love to you all.. x

[@bettylongshore9594]

Wow!!!! Glad all turned out okay!!!! Glad your vet was on hand so quickly!!!!!!! Good job, everyone!!!!!!

[@Chuckbobuck201]

I didn’t know I was going to feel so emotional about a cow! 😭

[@veevee111]

Aww, Hopey, I'm so glad you are doing better. Congratulations, Kevin and Sarah on the new addition to the homestead.

[@kathleenconte3360]

Whoo hoo Hope is fine! Gee whiz, scary once i saw Hope on the ground. Kudos to the HASTY vet. Sometimes they have bookings and cannot be that fast!

[@amandabussey4416]

Glad she is doing good now. Sending good vibes that she gets better and full recovery

[@canyoudigit9369]

Lot of work to a cow. May her have more year's in her life time👌

[@susangardner3418]

We just witnessed new life twice . Awesome vets deserve so much more appreciation than they get

[@TorieKidd]

Please be careful round her, from a dairy farm here in Northern Ireland, dairy cows can be very protective of baby so always keep an escape route!

[@teresaburkedukes1165]

Congratulations on your new baby and passing the crisis. Beautiful little guy

[@nikkilyne36]

I'm sooooo glad shes doing alot better.this had me in tears.she feels like family.her baby is adorable ♡

[@ratgirl44]

How scary! She looked so bad poor girl. Glad you have a vet that was able to come so quickly. Best wishes for everyone

[@carin7454]

SO Glad You Cald Right Away: What a Beautiful Miracle❣️Praying for Momma Hope & Baby Calf❣️🙏🥰🙏

[@jackiekitchennowordsneeded587]

You both are great to Hope. Nothing is sweeter than a baby calf.

[@laurietinto5211]

The smile on the vets face when Hope jumped up was priceless.☺☺☺

[@deborahtabb6387]

Giving life is beautiful may God have the glory!

[@ritahopkins7213]

I'm sitting here crying😭

[@lisaarbour6784]

So happy that Hope has recovered! You take excellent care of your animals! Hope's baby bull is adorable!

[@rlsingle00]

At the age of twelve, my grandmother gave me my first cow in exchange I had to milk by hand and help with six other milk cows. We sold milk, butter, and made ice cream. So glad your cow is doing well. In thirty years we only had one cow to get milk fever, she recovered also. Thanks for sharing.

[@ladyjay6741]

What a Blessing.. first a beautiful baby and second a great recovery. Prayers being sent your way. From Livonia, Michigan.

[@maricelgibbs4929]

Thanks for sharing guys :) FinLly, Hope is now a mommy :)

[@genevahenderson5622]

Bless her heart. So sorry this happened but thankfully all turned out well. Beautiful baby. Congratulations on the new addition. God bless!

[@GardeningGays]

Yay, welcome baby bull. Glad to see everything turning out great.

[@nancyrauch2644]

I am so relieved Hope is OK !!!!! The baby calf is beautiful, too ! God Bless all of your Family and congratulations to Mom Hope.... :)

[@vonsquirrel8378]

Glad everything turned out ok. Beautiful baby. Milk fever can be a scary thing. GOD BLESS

[@lynnpaul6808]

Oh I was so happy (actually clapping & cheering) for Hope. Yeah Mamma Cow.