RJ is Sick and I Have No Clue Why

[@aletheaglenn6656]

Does RJ have a fever? It looks like an abdominal blockage of some kind. Please don't wait too late to get him help.

[@YellowRoseOfTexas-Dallas]

RJ was my fav....such a spunky fellow! He will be sorely missed!

[@anareilley7727]

RJ acts like he's plugged up. Tender belly, hunched over. I hope he's going to be ok

[@helenwenzel7603]

I am sorry for the loss of RJ. He was a good Alpaca. Poor Steve, he was protective of himself. You learn from mistakes. RIP RJ, you crossed the Rainbow 🌈. Your Dad will see you again. ❤❤❤❤

[@dorothybrown4517]

Please call a vet, I love RJ, he is very special. I don't want anything to happen to him.

[@janelleb8274]

Daniel, work smarter not harder. Go buy (5) 10gal buckets with lids, put them in back of the side by side, fill up at the house, and drive them to the barn. One trip, fill everything up. I hope RJ feels better!

[@melissakasner9722]

Rj my prayers I'm literally in tears he's one of my favorites

[@kathystewart1833]

YES prayers for R.J. he is my favorite.... Dear Lord please let R.J. get better 🙏

[@pamskyland4444]

Bottom line is RJ needs a vet. Hope u hook him up. It’s a shame ur vet clinic doesn’t have someone on call over holidays and weekends. Love watching ur family and farm. Thanks for keeping us up on the donkeys. Thanku for being u and doing what u do. 🐾❤️🐾

[@alisonlightner866]

Hopefully you will R.J. to the vet. He is a miracle baby and he needs to stay around for a long while Good video Daniel.

[@cookingwiththefamily__]

Get him to the vet!!!!!!!

[@marshacerca7896]

That sweet boy looks like he feels pitiful. I hope y’all can get him fixed up

[@cindylewis9406]

Why don't you have tank heaters to keep the animals water from freezing?

[@PegWinslow]

We know you will do everything you can for RJ, but seeing him like that, hurts my heart. Prayers for his quick recovery.

[@adamant3303]

It's overcast and still. Nothing special.

[@kathyvail5165]

I say ditto, ditto!!

[@chuckprophitt4976]

Yes he needs to see a vet now before the weekend comes. He looks really sick. Can't risk loosing him to

[@loisarrowood9733]

Prayers for RJ. Looks like his butt is impacted.

[@swizzle22ify]

Hey Daniel, Dusty has a heated water trough for the bison

[@carolynrandle5454]

He looks like he is constipated.

[@nan25girls]

You could get in to the vet if you wanted to!! Don't wait to long! RJ means a lot to all of us!

[@GhostTrainConductor1989]

Its not that easy and he passed anyways

[@donnabrown9897]

Praying for RJ. It is so sad to see our animals hurting, but God cares for His creatures. He made us all, and He alone can heal us in an instant. May angels surround RJ and comfort him and you, and God’s healing balm restore him. In Jesus’ Name we pray. Amen.

[@chuckprophitt4976]

Well we'll never know if he doesn't get him to vet in time. Sure am worried about him

[@steveshoemaker6347]

RJ MIGHT BE SICK cause Alfalfa does have one downfall: it can cause a rather dangerous cattle ailment called “bloat.”....Thanks Danial and family

[@Cuz-Mama-Sez-So]

I was wondering if he got a hold of wet grain,straw, or hay. I know you know what you're doing. But it worries me that he's done.

[@ardenpeters4386]

Males have an issue with alfalfa.

[@julieduree9210]

Goats can eat moldy hay,so can cattle, but not horses and wondering if alpacas are the same. Also, alfalfa can be rich for some animals. I know with horses one feeding of alfalfa., the other feeding is some good grass hay. They find out what’s wrong.

[@magnolia2330]

It can also cause urinary blockage, especially in males from the high calcium content.

[@roberto.peterson9917]

bloat present different at least in cattle as the description bloat they blow up like a balloon not sure if alpaca present same i would lean more to constipation Daniel did mention anything about it there was poo in pen ???? Bloat i believe is more an issue with fresh alfalfa once dried and baled no an issue never had problems in winter when we fed alfalfa fresh alfalfa yes we tried to keep from feeding on only alfalfa a random alfalfa or clover bunch where seeds ended up from ?? bird or winter feed didn't bother them as it was limited to small amounts

[@joannepantale483]

Awww, poor RJ. I pray by the time this has posted he has seen a vet and is feeling much better now. I can only hope. Take care & stay warm. ❤️ Jo in Michigan ❄️

[@sandysmith510]

my dogs and cat stood like that when they were having a hard time breathing. rj dosnt look right at all. i hope you were able to contact the vet.

[@R.L.KRANESCHRADTT]

28:00 watching you chase Steve was hilarious. It reminded me of when my Shetland pony would get out as a kid and we could never catch him... but my mom would stand on the porch with a few cookies in a paper sack and just shackin' that bag and calling for Dapple Dan to come home.. it never took very long before he'd come trotting back. He was no dummy. But he sure looked like a whipped pup as we led him back in the corral.... "Shucks, I fell for it again. Dang that sweet tooth"🤠

[@angelarowe3472]

Hopefully you can get a vet to come out and look at him. I hope you don’t lose him over this cool spell I don’t know what else to say. Just keep you all in my prayers and hopefully you all won’t lose him 😢

[@daniellewoolley8607]

@angelarowe3472 the cold doesn't bother Llamas Alpacas are From the Andriy mountains. You should Google about the Llamas and Alpacas and understand cold weather doesn't bother them. They love the cold weather they also sleep in the snow

[@kar702]

@@daniellewoolley8607 I agree they are built for the cold, but in his painful state, his immunity could go way down

[@carriemclean3092]

Hello Arms family! Hoping your taking your special boy, RJ, to the vet. Poor baby looks like he's in a lot of pain.

[@darenferrell6656]

RJ acts like he could be constipated by the way he was standing. Earl holding that chew stick for Kelce is the cutest thing.

[@lizpace3117]

That's what I thought. That would account for being uncomfortable standing and laying.

[@tinarlowe2251]

I was definitely thinking of a blockage of some kind. Pumpkin is good for stomach issues in dogs. I'm not a vet, research before trying.

[@sandrareech28]

Prayers for RJ. Hope he's ok.

[@kathleenredick275]

My horse had colic a while back, but he didn't get well...not enough poops in a day...and was still 'off'. My vet said to put 2 oz of "MOM" in his senior pellet feed. It helps soften his manure. It certainly helps. As the other person said, I'm not a vet", but your vet might know if it's OK for Alpacas. 🙏 for you.

[@catherinechew7691]

I've never set foot on a farm but I know that scrunched up stance.

[@megslittlehouseinthecountry]

Saying prayers for RJ.I know all this took place last Sunday, and by now your vet has probably checked him over. I hope to hear an update on RJ soon. 💖🙏💖🙏💖

[@AtomicGamingYT1]

Poor poor RJ. Hope he gets better

[@jackielisowski1737]

Prayers for RJ... 🙏🙏 He is my favorite

[@sharisiragusa8271]

I agree, RJ looks like he is constipated....Would call the vet asap

[@mkhuntstreasure3192]

Poor RJ, it is so worrying when an animal is not well. Stay warm!

[@131dyana]

Let us hope the vet can come and see him.

[@jessicar994]

Awww poor RJ he's my favorite 🥰 I hope he gets better soon ❤

[@irmawilliams-mcleod]

Poor RJ. I hope he recovers from whatever is troubling him, and gets better.

[@cathy7569]

Prayers for RJ he feels better very soon!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@cathybraun8652]

Hi Daniel and DJ and Family, I hope RJ gets better he's special. Stay warm.

[@lisazappala4381]

Poor RJ. I think a call or trip to the vet is needed. His stance is saying pain. He’s not lifting his head up at anytime he’s been on video😢 Prayers said❤ Not fun hauling water when out so frigid out. I’m loving Linda’s maternal instincts 😂. Her calendar is messed up.

[@Missquann]

Hang in there RJ we are all praying for you Buddy!!!

[@lindanewsome5352]

Prayers for Rj. Such a sweet boy

[@T-J-C]

RJ's rumen may not be working properly. I know their digestive system is a bit different, but Alpacas are still ruminants. Another channel (K&S Get Out) had one of their goats get really sick and they think it had to do with him eating some of their guardian dog's food. Does RJ have access to Bear's food? If he has been munching on it, that might be a place to start.

[@andrewhenderson6754]

hop RJ gets better

[@kkcm53]

Healing prayers for dear RJ❤🙏 Thanks for another great video! I'm with DeJay and Emma Lee! Indoors under a blanket is the place to be❤

[@burtoncummins8970]

Prayers for RJ and your family and the rest of the animals. Hope RJ gets better 🙏🙏🙏

[@dianelitten-artz8407]

It is cold here in Western Maryland. We got snow Monday and more coming tomorrow. Poor RJ. I will be praying for him. He truly was a gift from God after Rufus passed. Kelsey and Earl are so cute.

[@edwardh1591]

Hopefully the vet will be able to get RJ better. Veterinarian are always on call. Get well soon RJ!

[@naughteeone]

Poor RJ I hope he's ok

[@jayarnett3566]

Prayers for RJ and a speedy recovery 🙏🙏🙏

[@bonniemcintosh296]

Poor RJ I'll keep him in my prayers!😢

[@roosts20412]

Get RJ to a vet ASAP! Abdominal pain like that is never something minor. It can be a sign of a urinary tract obstruction (a stone in the tube between the bladder and penis) which will kill him. Not drinking enough due to his water being frozen can be a cause. Could also be a bowel obstruction-same prognosis without treatment. If he got kicked in the belly he could have internal bleeding. Don’t wait. All vets have emergency coverage.

[@kathipetersen2277]

The poor animal is suffering every minute, meanwhile we have happy little chats about all the fun farm happenings. I really feel for him, I've suffered while listening to happy chatter around me. It makes his suffering very real and personal to me. Poor guy!

[@rubysrue2085]

@@kathipetersen2277 Absolutely!

[@pattyleamons9186]

RJ you are in my thoughts and prayers 🙏 😌 You get better😊May God Bless 🙌 🙏 ❤️ you and your family 😅

[@LoriM222]

I said many prayers for RJ already.. love him so much and he's Rufus' legacy, so I really hope the Vet can help him and find out what is ailing him. God bless you, RJ and thank you, Daniel for keeping a close eye on RJ. Please let us know how he's doing as soon as you can. Thank you! 💜❤❌⭕

[@cathytuffley5472]

It’s 71° in San Diego California today so it’s not colder here but I pray that you take RJ to the vet and find out what’s wrong with him cause he doesn’t look good

[@theresasmitherman9708]

We’re in the frigid weather now. Prayers for everyone. Prayers for RJ! 🇺🇸💖

[@gladysepps260]

Prayers For R J 🙏🙏🙏

[@CharleneDulmage]

Ha, ha, it’s cold here too! But this weekend will be warmer than that. I’m in Canada, Saskatchewan. I wouldn’t want your summer weather, so I’m fine with our cold weather.

[@maryloudamarino4079]

Poor RJ, I feel so bad for him. Hope it's not a blockage or anything like that. He seems to eat and drink but he looks really sickly. Hope he will be ok. Loved how gentle Earl was being with Kelce trying to pull the chew stick from him. Stay warm! Spring will be there soon enough.

[@sinclairpages]

The drip free faucet is NOT installed correctly. The inside portion MUST be higher that the outside part.. It was installed incorrectly. You can fix it by installing external water line heater wraps. RJ looks to be having an issue of too much Alfalfa and not enough grass and grain.

[@gwilos]

Hope RJ gets well soon. He's my fave on the homestead

[@enidmiller8106]

Oh many fingers crossed that RJ is going to be ok. It breaks my heart to see him sick.

[@Brenda-bb8hk]

Hopefully RJ is not hurt too bad! Fingers crossed. Thanks for the video. 💕

[@SandraRodriguez-ff2rz]

Im sorry RJ is sick. I hope the vet can see him. Hes a blessing. Could be bloat,constpated or pnuemonia. Hopefully he can be taken care of today. All yalls animals are well taken care of. And yall love them. Enjoyed your video. Yeppers its cold for sure

[@marycotton6009]

I am seriously worried about RJ, I sure am praying he'll be alright. Now that you reminded me about him jumping up on the donkeys, he actually acts like he might have been kicked in a tender area. But yeah, I hope your vet has a better idea or even better comes out to examine him. Anyways, I know when you have animals or even people,sick etc... happens. The more you have ,the more we have to go through the tuffest part. So no matter what, we love you guys & know that you love your critters & such. Now I am just rambling as I really am worried about him. If I had money I would definitely send it to you

[@conniegoeden4035]

Hope RJ continues to get better! I chuckled at you calling the water spigots, “hydrants” . We call them faucets down here in NC.❤️

[@noelle1225]

I’m in eastern NC. I call them spigots outside and faucets inside. My husband calls a garden hose by the name hose pipe. 😂

[@lindajohnson8347]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭RJ please get well u are my favorite

[@christinedoss9867]

Prayers sent for RJ.😢

[@roseannecoggan589]

Prayers for RJ🙏🦙

[@ginalarsen4875]

I live in Northern California, and we have had temperatures in the high fifties, and occasional rain. I pray that R.J. gets better and the turkey poults make it. Kelce is so cute.

[@donnawilson2858]

I sure hope he gets better soon.

[@debbiebowyer1583]

Awesome video😊

[@anj3595]

Oh nooooo!! Take care of that baby with all you got!

[@carrollgaddis-wk4si]

I’m praying for your boy 🙏🏼 Hope you call your Vet an get him Help as Soon as possible!! 💜💜

[@debrawiley7673]

Prayers for RJ to be better soon 🙏🏻 🙏🏻🙏🏻💙💙💙💙

[@frankhorton4369]

Try pointing a heat lamp toward your water line where it enters your barn. It might warm the water in the line enough to melt the ice in the line.

[@kathygomez8357]

I hope RJ is ok

[@annettebeavers7866]

Sorry to hear about RJ. Hope you find out what is going on with him 😔😔🙏🙏👍👍❤❤❤❤

[@susanarchambeault8933]

Sending prayers 🙏 for RJ !

[@kimberlyllamas5804]

46° in Lumberton Texas and no wind!

[@patriciafreels299]

RJ is in my prayers. He is so cute.

[@kimberlycard5595]

Prayers for RJ can’t have anything happen to him. Earl is such a trooper ♥️

[@peggysturgess8498]

Prayers for RJ ✝️🙏🏼🛐

[@bettyweitzel9019]

Prayers for RJ and hope he is better soon.

[@gmhun]

Praying for RJ 🙏🙏🙏

[@peggybowe5556]

Please let us know how RJ is doing. he looks so pitiful. Heartbreaking. Love the new little puppy. She's made herself at home easy it seems. She's so cute!

[@pamelaidleburg2518]

RJ feel better lil fella!!! 🙏

[@phyllisgabourel7506]

I’m sorry to see RJ like that because he’s always so energetic,glad to see the baby turkeys doing well and pepper so funny!

[@maryannpannell3509]

Poor RJ. Makes me so sad. 😢🙏🏻 prayers for y’all. ❤

[@kathleenmunoz4465]

Poor RJ. He got to get better. Actually we have been in the upper 50’s. I am in Monterey, Ca. We are on the Pacific Ocean.

[@reneevogel8180]

Prayers 🙏 for RJ

[@msprb08]

Awww RJ 😢. I love how you interact with those guys. So sweet.

[@beverlyhanlon8376]

Hope RJ is ok. Stay as warm as you can. Houston be careful on the ice. Hi DeJay.

[@lisazepaniak3387]

Hoping RJ get well soon!! Time to get some heat wrap tape for those water lines. Never know when you'll need those lines warm again. And sill puppies need to be kennel trained. Have a blessed winter.

[@Houston_sides]

I hope rj gets better soon , It was 19degrees where I live cold🥶

[@RyanPerkins-lm7cb]

I hope RJ feels better soon! Kelce is Absolutely Adorable! I Love all your animals on the farm even the noisy ones! I also Love how you talk to the animals! It really adds to the video! I Love the way Bear sits and looks at you with Love in his eyes waiting for you to give him attention! Earl has those Big Loving Eyes which is Absolutely Adorable! I’ve been watching videos that I haven’t seen since subscribing to your channel! I really Love the videos when Houston was 4 years old! He was Absolutely Adorable! Can’t wait to see your next video! God Bless from Ohio!

[@jackbarker3583]

Prayers ☝️ for RJ.

[@Vincef1101]

It’s amazing to me how you can name all those animals by heart. I can’t even remember my own name most of 5he time.

[@cathyaddison26]

Praying for RJ hope he gets better lots of love from Arkansas

[@kellyfoster8903]

❤❤❤ poor RJ, I will be praying that he feels better soon. About water in subfreezing temperatures, use your atv and load it up with 5 gallon buckets to make fewer trips back and forth ❤❤❤

[@shaunskidmore5881]

It's a little warmer here but not much. Hopefully RJ gets better soon.

[@jamesguinn5889]

It's 85 degrees in Florida.😊

[@janiceanders1]

How’s his poop 💩? He definitely seems in distress. Prayers for RJ🙏🏻❤️

[@pamelahayes6907]

Poor little man, my heart hurts seeing him like this. Please keep us updated on how he is doing, and I'll keep prayers for you and him.