Dino eats, pond plans, birds at the vet!

[@yfllll]

0:00 Dino 1:55 Updates on new communal gator pond, Clover zoomies and having the time of her life, Bambi being a gremlin 5:20 Cosmo update, talking more about new pond 12:52 Chloe and Cupid 14:26 Jet pets 15:12 Emu cuddles with a side of 🔪 16:28 Piggies sitting, KitKat, little piggies 19:17 Patagonian mara 19:31 Feeding foxes 21:08 Feeding porcupine 21:51 Petrie, Jellybean 22:38 Prairie dogs 23:35 Small parrot aviary 24:11 Cosmo vet recheck, annual visit for Chloe, Cupid, and Rocky 44:34 Feeding Asami 45:10 Feeding Jet

[@nicolegoodew1547]

Emu cuddles with a side of 🔪 😂love it

[@LisaB-u2w]

Bambi being a gremlin!!😉 I love little fur babies. They can make you happy just with their high jinks.💕💖💕 In West Virginia we are some what limited. Except for the kangaroo that broke free! Made the evening news. About 33 years ago a pet shop tried to sale a Cayman. Every time you you walked by he hissed. I didn't know the legalities of having them in pet shops. He was huge.

[@valariemeltzer1059]

This is so awesome. Dino is doing great. Y'all are doing amazing work can't wait to see the new pond complete looking amazing.

[@MassimoEpifanio]

Watch dino eating was very emotional I have no words the amazing job

[@filipdahlberg4420]

Wohoo Dino making progress is just so amazing! Next let’s hear him bellow!

[@GatorChris_]

I can’t wait for that day!

[@joynietsky]

I love that Dr Colbert is so willing to share his wealth of information. I love the segments y'all do with him, I learn so much just as someone who loves animals, but also as someone working towards a career as an exotic vet. Thank you Dr Colbert 💚🦜

[@oitijjhakhandker4203]

I really praise for your transperancy.. And feel sad that some people still abuse you guys in the social media platform.. Now a days It's become fashion to become judgemental with 0 knowledge in a topic..

[@GatorChris_]

Everyone thinks they’re an expert with zero experience

[@sreace723]

What a GREAT way to wake up this morning!! Dino coming right up to you for food actually brought tears to my eyes!! I'm so excited for you guys as you make your large gator pond dreams come true!! Thanks for the morning dopamine ❤

[@GatorChris_]

❤️🐊

[@Herbie-Went-Bananas-Then-Split]

I am chuffed to bits to see Dino coming into his own and feeling well enough to not only explore his surroundings a bit, but to associate Chris with his food source and come on over when called. It was one of those rare moments that is so touching words are inadequate. As for parrots.. I've kept parrots in the past - all rescued. While part of me always wanted to have a cockatoo, those birds are not house pets and nearly all owners I've encountered, have had major issues with their 'Toos, and it's the same for many other species of parrot, too. I can only urge people to never purchase one, they are only lining the pockets of breeders, many of whom care not a thing about the wellbeing of their birds, and it just adds to the birds' misery when they have been bought by clueless owners who then struggle to meet all their needs. Back in the early 90s, I walked past a pet shop, I walked in to have a looksee and was horrified to see them selling small mammals/reptiles and birds. The tiny kittens had been removed from their birth mother prior to the store opening, so that they could display those cute kittens in the hope of securing a sale.. same with the puppies. As for the birds. My god, it was horrific. I could hear birds screaming from behind a private door. In one cage, on display, was what appeared to be a very old cockatiel who had been bred to such a degree she was chronically malnourished, her bone structure deformed due to lack of calcium caused by overbreeding/underfeeding her a correct diet. Not only that, her wings had been clipped right down by someone who clearly just didn't care about their birds. She was on the floor of her cage, in a corner, head down and waiting to die. I'm tearing up recalling it. I had that pet store shut down that day, animal activists notified, and I left with that tiel. I wanted her final moments to be in the hands of someone who cared about her. Well, when I took her straight to the vets who examined her, wanted to put her to sleep as they said she was suffering to such an extent she wouldn't live more than a few days anyway. I refused. I took her home and introduced her to my other rescued tiels who had fresh fruits, nuts, greens, and appropriate branches in their cage and this darling tiel did a complete 180. She not only perked up, I took her over to the cage while my other tiels looked on curiously, and this tiel went right into the cage and was maniacally going from fruit to fruit, green to green, seed to seed nibbling away, having a drink of fresh water which had vitamins in, and she started manoeuvring her wings. I gave her a much needed bath which she loved and it was instant love with my other tiels, too. Every day she gained strength and would exercise her wings, walking around more and more - they were only ever confined to their cage at night. She flourished. And while she was still deformed, her bones had gained strength, she put on weight and she started trying to fly. I padded the ground with lots of cushions/towels, and one day, she did indeed fly a short distance. I was a sobbing mess. She FLEW! She lived a total of 17 months before her death, she died peacefully in her sleep. so, please, I implore those who may perhaps read this. Don't ever buy animals from a pet store no matter how cute/cuddly and strong the urge is.

[@erlandaislund4594]

When i buy cat food i only go to stores, that don't sell living animals. I know seeing the animals in stores beeing held in horrible conditions, will make me want to buy all of them (and i think, that could even be a markrting steategie in some stores). But i know, they will just replace the animal i try to rescue with another one and my wish to help will just fuel the market. So i am verry happy, that we HAVE stores without animals.

[@Herbie-Went-Bananas-Then-Split]

@@erlandaislund4594 I hope to see, in the near future, that it becomes illegal to sell live animals in pet stores. I'm now in my early 60s, have had so many fur/feathered additions to the family throughout my life, all have been rescued, with many having severe behavioural issues due to the treatment/living conditions they'd been subjected to, and they have brought me such joy to see them living their best years. What has amazed me is just how quick vets were to euthanise them when I first rescued an animal, yet those animals went on to live long, relatively healthy lives thereafter once they'd pulled through. I now have three Tuxedos who have me howling with laughter every day with their antics. Their three favourite words? "Are you hungry?" Cue stampede Hah!

[@susanmartin3762]

Watching him take that big drumstick with such enthusiasm!! You never gave up once! I bet others would have being he just looked like he was going to die. But you NEVER GAVE UP !! And look at him now! YOUR happiness is contagious! That just gave me chills!! Look at him chewing with enthusiasm!😊 It's a miracle Cinderella story! I remember you saying SO MANY TIMES in the beginning gaff he was going to hate you because of all the intrusive things he needed done to save his life. I remember feeling bad for you because everything you were doing "to" him was really FOR him to stay alive. I would love to say, he does NOT hate you at all. He a gator and from what you NEVER FAIL to remind us that they have no feelings or emotions but...I think he's grateful and he's going this become another success story just like all if the other animals you've saved! Congratulations Chris and Gabby. You've reallym literally saved Dino's life. There is no way an animal as sick as he was, could have recovered with no intervention! Good job!❤

[@alexp2915]

13:49 🎶 “I’m a model, you know what I mean, and I do my little turn on the catwalk, yeah on the catwalk “ 🎶 😜 (I hear this song whenever Chloe does her strut 😄)

[@GatorChris_]

😂

[@pauperslament3467]

Dino found a sweet home. Something to live for. 💕

[@fumblebunny1993]

I love any sort of animal sanctuary. I am not a reptile person but for some strange reason, I admire and like the alligator. I'm so glad Dino is eating. I really dig that gator! Good job, Chris and Gabby!

[@pippilongstocking-qs7fm]

Me too. I love to watch urban rescue ranch also.

[@fumblebunny1993]

@@pippilongstocking-qs7fm I will go and check that out now!

[@lll-1989]

So freaking happy about Dinos recovery so far, that is amazing!

[@GatorChris_]

🙌🐊

[@clistiarobinson34]

Doing the happy dance seeing Dino eat. Such an amazing thing to see awwwww good boy. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@GatorChris_]

❤️🐊

[@daisymay271]

The dogs were funny today. I love how every animal in the sanctuary gets individual attention and love.

[@BTQ410]

Wow, Dino is hungry. That is so wonderful. Your patience and great care are paying off. I know he has a long way to go still, but he has made an amazing comeback so far. Congratulations!

[@GatorChris_]

Thanks so much!

[@thelilhobbit]

I love how passionate Dr Colbert is about animal care. You've found such good care for your animals

[@evertisakjulius2249]

Great vlog! So great that dino is coming for food!❤🐊 Wow can't wait for the laggoon to be done! And birds are very fascinating and I def learned alot!

[@GatorChris_]

Thank you !

[@mykie6281]

I absolutely love and admire what you do ❤ love the new gator pond, love the progression with dino and that he's coming up to you for food right now. Keep it up and forget about the haters mostly likely they are just people being dissatisfied with their own lives and taking it out on others as they have no self reflection or no way of changing their own lives in the way they want. You guys are amazing with animals and know what you are doing and are still willing to learn when something new comes up. Keep doing what you do and we(the people who love and respect what you do) will be here watching and supporting you ❤

[@GatorChris_]

Thank you!

[@keldaMouse]

I love that you hand feed the pigs, some birds, the foxes and more. Bonding and getting them to trust is so sweet.

[@normalnorma4974]

Great, the vet addressed the cockatoo as pets. The poor birds shouldn't be pets. They're complex and intelligent and live so long.😢 Great to see Dino eating and looking like he's feeling good. Again, Chris and Gabby, you've worked wonders with the vet. Amazing 👏

[@damongray8530]

Chloe needs her own show!

[@suzanneavila2333]

Who says modern medicine can't work wonders... Dino is living proof. Yey Big Guy! 💋🍗🍗🍗💋

[@Debra.Justice]

Chris, watching Dino swim up to you and then eat just brought tears to my eyes. I’m so happy for him and for you and Gabby. Clover and Bam were hilarious with their zoomies. They are adorable doggies. I’m so excited about the new alligator pond. It looks amazing already and it’s not even complete. But the area with the trees is so beautiful and peaceful. Most of us understand the alligators will from time to time fight with each other. They’re wild animals, it’s instinct. But we don’t worry because we know you’re very capable of handling any situation. This isn’t your first day on the job. 😉 I sure hope you don’t have any damage from the new hurricane. It’s supposed to head inland and make a path toward Knoxville, but that’s ok because we desperately need rain. I do worry about flooding and rockslides in the Smokies. You and Gabby take care of yourselves and enjoy your beautiful sanctuary. Hugs from Tennessee. 💕

[@susanmartin3762]

Dino is a very handsome boy. You only have good looking gators! Like this could be likem "America's Next Top Model Gator"😎💋

[@GatorChris_]

😂

[@megz2391]

I’m so happy Dino is eating and still making so much progress it really makes my day

[@keldaMouse]

Yay Dino eats. Blessings.

[@hiho8084]

What a way to start this vlog...DINO coming to you and eating! Beyond fantastic. The joy in Gabby's voice.... So cool to see him feeling better. He's a smart one too! The mega pond is looking awesome. I"m curious to see how many sources of water will fill this ginormous pond, and how many drains. I feel SO excited for you. So do Clover and Bam apparently!😄 They feel your joy. You weren't kidding that this day was a GREAT one. Truly, honestly so very happy for you two. Thank you!

[@grantpicklesimer2995]

Happy to see that everything is going well for Dino and that he's eating well! That's what we want to see for sure. The new Gator pond project looks like it's off to a great start and it will get even better. Those 40 or 50 new gators that will be housed in there will be happy to be in a good and safe environment to prosper and grow.

[@GatorChris_]

That's the plan!

[@missnia1001]

remembering when Dino came home. Made me smile and tear up how much he's improving. Great team work G&C!

[@GatorChris_]

❤️🐊

[@JoanStarkey-ut6ix]

​@@GatorChris_🎉well done Dino beautiful boy wonderful news Chris and Gabby wonderful people ❤❤

[@danielmanassa1348]

Wow DINO!!!! Thats so awesome. For all the times you have had to poke and prod him back to health its amazing how quickly he learned to come to you for food. You guys are rock stars!

[@valentinjanpaladin1337]

Wow 😃😃😍finaly Dino is eating!!! You two did an amazing job! I hope Dino can gain some weight now.....

[@jovialthinker]

So happy about the expansion of your sanctuary 🎉🎉🎉 Many blessings and thanks for all your hard work ❤❤❤

[@GatorChris_]

Thank you so much!

[@caughtafaygo]

The new water way is soooo dope, just like you drew out and i so love Clover lol bull terriers are so great 😅❤❤❤

[@jand1144]

Man chris the trust youve built with your gators is beyond amazing never thought friendly non violent gators existed but keep up the amazing work chris and Gabby 🐊💯

[@LavenderLushLuxury]

Glad Dino is feeling much better 💛🐊💚💜🤍 Love seeing the progress for your Sanctuary

[@DeliberatelyBearded]

Great vlog today guys thank you So Phenomenal to see Dino🐊❤ coming to you and taking food its a beautiful sight 🙌 Very happy to hear about Cosmo too❤ Chris, I can really see your plan now for the communal Gator pond with it started you guys truly think of everything & Thanks for the very detailed explanation of your plans and the whys and hows The new pond is gonna be so amazing so exciting!!!! All the Animals look fantastic as always you guys take amazing care of them and the love you have for them truly shows I love how trusting the foxes have become considering all they have been through and they still choose to trust you that says a lot. Thank you to Dr. Colbert he always explains everything in such detail and is so thorough and he explains it a way you can understand. appreciate you guys I'm sure your gonna have a busy day with the storm coming and getting the sanctuary ready please be safe guys and have a nice night thanks again

[@GatorChris_]

Thank you!

[@sarahmagoo1031]

So happy for Dino! I have a soft spot for him, since my dog shares the same name. 😊

[@GatorChris_]

That's awesome!

[@adelealdridge2080]

Fantastic seeing dino coming to eat ,and jett being so cute and cuddly instead of running away , and pretty sure kitkat was a pig in another life

[@GoodJane54]

Chloe looks like she’s walking the cat walk.

[@GatorChris_]

😂

[@VenezuelaSustentable]

Let all ads run, everyone. It directly helps the sanctuary

[@priscilaundomiel3264]

Those dogs were so happy that was so nice to see them running and playing! ❤️ By the way, the place for the gators will be awesome!

[@J.A568]

Dino is a true miracle!!!

[@Andersonsdanish]

Have to say Dino looks amazing 👏 🎉❤

[@susanburnett6123]

I’m just so happy about Dino boy. Your new gator pool is very cool and exciting.

[@Allyana-lf9ij]

I'm so happy to see Dino eat. Good job🥰🥰

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

Mosquitos love me…no matter where I’ve lived. They will actually swarm and follow me. I’m hypoglycemic, so have always thought that s why. I’m allergic to the bites so end up looking very lumpy, lol. Ahh, the memories that. Came while watching them eat you. So happy about Dino…I know he has a long way to go but watching him follow you for food was a joy.

[@ElusiveLion741]

That's so awesome that Deino is actually coming over to you guys for food now!

[@FLOWERSANDSUNSHINE22]

Way to go Dino!! :) You two are wonderful with everything you are doing for these animals. ALL sanctuaries should look like yours. AND......Chris and Gabby, I appreciate you both and I trust your judgement!!

[@margiewalker1808]

Chris and Gabby, so excited things are going well for you both. Wishing you guys all the success in the future. I know you both have worked very hard for all of this. All the animals in your care have hit the jackpot. Beautiful to see all these creatures getting the best care. You guys are setting the standard.

[@GatorChris_]

Thank you so much!!

[@jinxgirl5]

I remember all the Clover zoomies when ya'll were building the first three ponds. She sure does love those dirt holes XD Super excited Dino's coming to ya'll now, gonna be excited about that for a while yet! And aaaaw, Jet being sweet!

[@GatorChris_]

Clover LOVES fresh dirt 😂

[@carolyndavis8111]

Dino is doing fantastic. Hoping and praying that he keeps improving. You are doing such a wonderful job with him and all of the animals.🎉🎉

[@GatorChris_]

❤️🐊

[@kelseywilliams9616]

I love the names of the four piggys! They are so cute and creative!

[@GatorChris_]

Thank you! Gabby named them

[@TheRooster1122]

Chloe is so comical …. Just a dancer big time… The new Gator area is going to be wonderful Chris & Gabby..!!! People have to remember that these are still wild animals and, will behave as they would in the wild…You guys are doing amazing things 👍🏼👍🏼❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@GatorChris_]

Thank you!

[@becca_nash]

That my heart makes me so happy that Dino is doing great ❤ it's because you got him helped with his sickness & he's doing amazing now ❤ Dino your sanctuary makes my heart so happy!!!!!

[@lisaweatheral4458]

Oh my goodness I started crying when I saw Dino come to his name swimming around just like Big Mac and Bella I was just so overjoyed it's just the future looks brighter. I think he's a handsome boy too. He's a big boy I'm so so happy😂😂😂😊😊😊😊😊🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@lisaweatheral4458]

The amount of male Gators you have in there aren't they more territorial than the females is it important??? The females are more territorial over the males than with space? I'm not there to see things I'm bringing up,,, cuz I'm not too sure about it and since both my eyesight and my hearing have been compromised by my TBI I'm not always catching what you say or what's across my screen. My bad my apologies. But that pond looks awesome the way you have it figured out and it's not just a big sinkhole typical it's more like the Louisiana bayou's kind of like although I've never been there so I can be completely wrong lol or the Georgia swamps. It's like a fantasy you are living that I always had I'm living literally my dream vicariously through you guys living your dream lol what I also want to say is I love your dogs! You can tell they are happy happy happy happy dogs the way they play the way they respond to the other animals the way they respond to you two. You guys are very considerate responsible pet owners and you practice good husbandry with all the animals. You are one of my favorite top favorite channels watch on KZbin I have to find you some more on Instagram and the other places it's just I don't use those as much so I don't visit your pages that much but I should.

[@meghannsherman]

Great video as always. Super interesting vet visit and discussion about expectations for cockatiels as pets.

[@GatorChris_]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@LR-jv2zd]

Incredible Chris and Gabby! The work with Big Mac and Dino is the true definition of sanctuary!

[@lisaweatheral4458]

Oh my goodness I can't seem to shut up on here I'm constantly getting triggered to say something either reminded of something or I need a question answered something anyway what I was going to tell you and it was something I learned from my husband who was a doctor is mosquitoes are attracted to dark colors I know that seems weird huh but it's true they're attracted to dark colors so if you're going to go outside and mosquito infested areas where light colors white light pink peach light light light brown taupe light green the pastel colors They don't see it like they do dark things and they will not find you as easily another thing that works as a repellent is clove oil You can mix it in with You can mix it in with grape seed oil or put it in your finger aloe vera lotion and then put it on and mosquitoes fleas all that those biting insects do not like it I don't know about ticks though

[@joyandersen2782]

I had to go back and rewatch some of the new pond info because Clover and Bambi zooming around distracted me completely 😂 Dino coming to you for food is like a reward for all of your hard work on his behalf, so awesome! The information from the vet about cockatoos was really interesting 💚

[@GatorChris_]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jajajejehjune4301]

so happy for Dino!😊

[@griselle1775]

I am crying for Dino! So happy. You are both amazing!❤

[@GatorChris_]

❤️🐊

[@rachelavil6598]

I am super happy for Dino. I knew he would fight! He will be the closest one to you. You saved him!!! I love Clover too. Heck, I love all your animals. They are all entertaining. I am only afraid of one, Akilaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa ....

[@GatorChris_]

😂

[@nadinecontreras8566]

So happy for Dino

[@weretacotm207]

Adorable seeing those dogs just having the time of there lives lol

[@nicholas87541]

"We just got back from the vet, feeding Asami and Jet".. haha rhymes

[@lindamurphy5924]

Zumies love it

[@96nissan]

GOOD BOY, Dino! I just made a smooching noise at him on my screen! 💚

[@TheUltimateCruiser]

WAY TO GO--DINO!!!!!!

[@maryann350]

My favorite daily vlog!

[@GatorChris_]

Yay! Thank you!

[@Lowlandlord]

Awesome job Dino! Eat all the food!🥰

[@nanookboucher2642]

I'm happy to see Dino eating ...! He's on the mend....

[@jessiek3500]

love hearing the experts opinion

[@nordette]

Yaaaaaaaaaas dino!!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@nolanlane9328]

Dino coming up and getting food is amazing.. congrats you guys!!! This is awesome. So excited to see his training now

[@melg8475]

Clover made me so happy lol and little Bam 🥰

[@catherinekrzywicki1784]

The dogs were cracking me up!

[@happy985]

Go, Dino go ❤👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@susanfarish7451]

So happy for DINO, he’s doing amazing xx

[@morganrowe2330]

Stay safe down there!

[@deniseowens5632]

Chloe struts down the branch just like a model down a runway trying to impress you. Such a pretty bird.

[@joycec84]

Hooray Dino! This could be the beginning of a beauuuutiful friendship ❤

[@neko-chan6145]

great job educating and preparing your audience.

[@janellbaptista8225]

Chompers Magee. So happy Dino has an hunger and is making the association that you just want him to be Dino. ❤❤ love this one so much.

[@ThePollaton]

Wow ❤

[@cosmicdragon2266]

Clove is working on her cat walk ! ❤

[@jimpeterson4711]

you guys are amazing. keep up the good work.

[@GatorChris_]

Thanks so much!

[@AccioPadfoot12]

I wish y'all could get Octo! Great education on the birds. I'm not a bird owner nor do I want to be, but I still enjoyed the education. Of course I'm not a gator owner either, but I'm here for all that! So excited for Dino eating, and love that Cosmo showed so much improvement!

[@GatorChris_]

Us too!

[@Erica-v4c]

Clover zoomies! Lol

[@SlackerU]

It's always nice to see you expanding, wild stuff. I want a large home size aviary. In the cities in my State they require an application of lime once every 48 hours for pet enclosures or it's a health violation, I say that in that I haven't noticed you applying lime though you're not within 100ft of anything for those rules. I know you clean a lot but I did find the lime application rule for cites to be intense.

[@MassimoEpifanio]

You guys are doing I watched over 5 times

[@fredvomlehn8457]

Takes a Might Deep Hole to make Chris look Small!! Awesome!!

[@coriegualtieri4152]

Way to go Dino🐊

[@jchan39]

They all look more or less the same to me. It must be a special gift you have to be able to tell each one apart just by glancing at the Crocs n Gators 😮

[@dinoprimi3914]

Weird hearing my name being used in the context of an alligator 😂, but I’m here for it 😂

[@debbiederosier1591]

Clover got me yelling “ ouch” with one of his last jumps !!

[@GreyRavenTarots]

Dino has come a long way from the I H@te U reactions. He was giving you when you first got him. Amazing what can happen when he’s not getting poked with needles. ❤

[@kizzybyles1570]

Big Smiles for Dino ! Gabby, Can Gators and Crocs be in the same enclosure? x

[@coloraturaElise]

YAY, Dino resurrected!!

[@christinawelsh3417]

Clovey thinks you made him an enclosure 🤣🤣🤣

[@radanewr8319]

What a great area. ✨✨✨

[@kaitlyn888]

What an amazing video I’m so happy and so excited for you all to see such a change in Dino for the better. It’s a real comforting and reassuring feeling that he’s on the right path and the excitement in your eyes for the new habitat and how lovely this habitat is You have gone above and beyond and sacrifice so much to give these creatures such a natural and beautiful environment for them to live out their days I know how happy they will be!’ Congratulations and all the hard work everything that you’ve put in and the passion and the dedication in the love I truly see from the animals and their health and their happiness ❤ Always sending love and prayers to the sanctuary