(EMOTIONAL VIDEO) MY FAMILY IS UPSET BUT WE HAD TO GET RID OF THEM

(EMOTIONAL VIDEO) MY FAMILY IS UPSET BUT WE HAD TO GET RID OF THEM
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[@susanterpening3386]

Try getting ahold of Marie at Random Okie Farm, she raises Emu's and might be able to help you figure out what's going on.

[@teddie_schaefer1963]

I was going to suggest getting hold of Marie too

[@sandrah4407]

I was going to say the same . ❤ I know Marie would give you info you need

[@bryanpersig3055]

Yep she would be the best one to ask,she's been raising them for a while now and has hatched out quite a few for sure.

[@gingin294]

​@@teddie_schaefer1963o

[@deborahgilliland1804]

White House on the Hill has a few as well. They just went trough their first season of them mating but none of the eggs hatched either by the emus or in an incubater.

[@buannaphillips852]

The goat’s gum is called Gut-Gum😂😂😂

[@LGHomestead]

It was good to see both of you again! Thank you for the ducks. They’ve settled in well with the others.

[@kathywifall6844]

@LGHomestead, Lorie I am so glad you got the ducks.

[@michelecardoza621]

Glad to hear the Ducks settled in well with your others. I study and photograph wild birds in N. W. CA. I understand birds who commonly stay in flocks together, whether on land or in the air, always prefer being in a flock with their own species. I live on the Pacific Flyway, and I see thousands of different bird species flocking together. The bigger the flock, the more secure they feel from predators. Kevin made the best decision for all involved , as always,when he gave you the ducks to add to your flock!

[@drendamills8960]

Thankyou for giving the Ducks a home❤

[@kathiefrommissouriusa1462]

Ducks must have a pond or lake to get into or they’ll completely trash their drinking water. Plus that pooping everywhere is just gross. You really need an enclosure with at least a small pond - then they’ll stay in there. Take a look at Living Traditions Homestead’s videos, from about a month ago. They built an enclosure called “Waddlesville” for their ducks and some of their other poultry. It includes a small “pond” that has a drainage pipe that goes outside of the Waddlesville fence, and that dirty duck water will water & fertilize a couple of Mulberry trees.

[@karenturner7983]

Thanks for sharing.

[@valeaton4538]

If you you know Jason at Cog Hill, he can tell you or his daughter Mary Carl can. She knows everything there is about birds of all kinds. They are more than willing to help you with information if you need it. Their eggs are an emerald green.

[@cindypontarollo4421]

Ask for info from Marie at RANDOM OKIE FARMS,she raises emus.

[@danabell7863]

Those emus came from Marie originally.

[@reneep.1978]

@@danabell7863 Who better to ask then?

[@lisabriscolino3417]

Definitely talk to Marie at Random Okie Farm ❤❤❤❤. She breeds Emus

[@sewmanyquilts8042]

Emus what a novel animal

[@lynnd7018]

Gosh! Yes! It’s so quiet now. When you were walking away from the pen, one or both of the emus started running.

[@alicemattsen2208]

Can you believe when I got an oil change they forgot to close the hood of the car to latch ! When I got on the freeway it popped up and I couldn’t see where I was going! It’s a miracle I didn’t get into an accident!😮😮😮

[@sstarkey1695]

Emu breeding season is Oct to May. Fertilization attempts are usually in December. Once she as about seven in the nest that they build together, the male will become broody and the female will leave. In your case, he is into breeding season - she will take longer to allow fertilization most likely.

[@albrightfs]

LOVE those Sebastian geese! And I hear ya on the ducks.. we raise Rouen and boy can they be messy!..

[@eanbader1915]

It’s okay the ducks have a new home. I still think about Solo!

[@carsonbrown3631]

I Love hearing Kevin's Animal voices they are so funny

[@caroldombroski967]

I enjoy your videos here in New Hampshire. Went to Vermont yesterday and passed a Rd sign which I couldn't stop for a picture. Rd was HIDDEN HEIGHTS RD. Just thought that was cool.

[@runninggreywolf8313]

Emus usually pair up in the summer or fall & stay together for about 5 months. Once they make nest by scraping ground & line it with leaves or grass. They can lay from five to fifteen eggs. They lay an egg about every three days. The eggs could be viable for up to five weeks. Breeding in October in USA.

[@annlee368]

Your coach Brent Venables came from Clemson that’s why he’s so good. We are in SC

[@Its_Meg12]

Emus are still young . And it can take a while for them to figure it out

[@pamelahousley7543]

Check with Marie at Random Okie Farms - she is familiar with emus.

[@helmuthschultes9243]

Talk with Marie at RANDOM OKIE FARM, as they breed Emus and Ostriches, among their various animals.

[@sandymanning8744]

Kevin you may want to reach out to Marie at Random Oakie Farm. Marie raises emus. God Bless and I love y'all 💕💕💕

[@susandixon3970]

This is what I know about Emus: The female emus strut around a male making a noise that tells the male emu she is ready to mate. The male emus build the nest. The females lay an egg every second or third day of mating. Usually there are around 8 to 10 eggs that will be laid. Typically they mate Oct-May so during the winter. The mating season an be a month or two before the first egg arrives. He will make the nest and She will lay 7-10 eggs. The male does the incubation which takes 55-60 days. They can be aggressive to humans during this time, just raise your arms or a broom above your head to make yourself larger than them. Keep us posted.

[@kathipetersen2277]

Remember our seasons are opposite to Australia. So they would be be breeding and raising young in late spring, early summer down there, which is late summer early wi ter here, temperature wise.

[@pennywillis8895]

🇦🇺 Emus begin laying eggs as early as 16-18 months of age, but laying normally begins at two to three years. Emus lay large green eggs between November and March. Emus can be productive for more than 20 years and can lay 20-50 eggs in a season

[@pamsjohncrazycountry5523]

hugs from pam and john keep it coming on video o no

[@kathywifall6844]

Thank you for giving the ducks to Lorie! She will take great care of them as you said. Isn't he older than her? She may not be ready yet.

[@Michael-cu8xk]

Both the same age

[@michellespencer5449]

Yoshi may want to give her some 💖

[@lisamr40]

I remember years ago, my sister got 2 ducks for her kids. She said the ducks were so messy. She had to take one of them to the vet. She put it in a dog crate and loaded him in the back of her van. When she got there, she went to get the duck out, and to her absolute horror, the inside of her van was( where the duck was)covered in poo. She was so upset. I'm not sure how long the ducks lived with them after that. I know she gave them to someone who had a farm. Kevin, you have to do what YOU think is best for your family and farm. Not sure, but I can see that poo all over is not a good thing, especially when you have kids(I know they're older). Thanks for being so transparent about these decisions. As for the emus, I haven't a clue. I do agree that they're are acting like mating season is here for them. Especially if this is not their normal behavior. Good luck!

[@margesteinmetz863]

Just re-home to new farm that has others. Thanks for sharing the adventures. Bee's saying here comes winter. Blessings HHF 🙏🫶🙏

[@janetwithers7427]

Would be fun yo jaych some Emus. Great video 🎉

[@jamesratliff5164]

My mother said they had some ducks. She said they did the wash and hanged it on a cloths line. The sheets were just the right height off the ground and the ducks had bit the sheets every few inches and she had to rewash the sheets. That was back when we drew water from a well with a bucket. It was a lot of work to wash clothes.

[@annettebeavers7866]

Sorry you had to get rid of the ducks. Maybe you can get them back later.❤❤❤👍👍👍

[@MimiMcWil]

The house I grew up in had one concrete step. Not a patio, just a step and our ducks pooped on it every day!! Crazy!

[@margadanks4528]

13:56 Did you know male emus raise their chicks for up to 18. months, while the mothers take off? Dad also sits on the eggs for eight weeks, often losing. a third of his bodyweight.

[@donnaelkins186]

❤😊 I would have to agree with you Kevin about the ducks. I couldn't handle the mess from the ducks. It is sad but I do agree.

[@LadyAngel07162011]

It is so nice to be able to hear you with out the loud ducka

[@PoorMansHomesteadCanadaBC1961]

My turkeys do the same thing if the hen doesn't want to breed with the Tom it just keeps running away until she decides she wants to let him meet her and then she'll lay down

[@annjustus]

You could talk to Marie at Random Okie Farms about the emus. She has them and gathers the eggs and hatches them. You might have to make sure the female emu is getting her share of the food if she's staying off by herself.

[@janellewatson1191]

Hear in Australia 🇦🇺 the Emu s mate in summer & Autumn lay they in Winter she will lay the eggs he will take over and hatch them .Might want to get an area ready for them as he will get cranky and way protective of his eggs 🥚

[@TallCFarms]

As an Aggie, I have to say, GO OU!!! Beat those horns!! Kevin - do you ever have to deal with the menengial worm from deer with your goats? What do you do for prevention or treatment?

[@debbeasher-k4764]

Whiite House on the Hill has tried mating their emus. It might be helpful to watch their emu videos.

[@sandyc6569]

I can't wait till them Emu's do their thing!!! ❣❤❣

[@christineabedini3765]

I searched on KZbin and found a video of the mail doing this crazy hyper dance, but also when he wants to meet with her, he makes a drumming noise and follows her until she sits down for the act

[@retabates3799]

Well from what I looked up Emu's choose their mates maybe she doesn't choose him LOL Love you guys God bless and take care

[@maryh2168]

Hamburger soup?? 🤔 Sounds yummy. Never had it. Another good video. Sorry to hear the ducks are gone but very understandable. Emu's are probably mating. Marie @Random okie definitely can answer your question.❤ Thank you Kevin for sharing your time.

[@lorrainecarlson123]

As far as the ducks go. You need to do what's best for your farm.

[@marymcmillian7354]

I wouldn’t worry about how the emus breed, they’ll figure it out.

[@renitameares3838]

The female will actually sit on the ground for mating, like alpacas do. Also, the male will sit on the eggs. She won’t have anything to do with them and may even try to kill the hatchlings. I thought that we had a male and 2 females after DNA testing. But now that they are 18 months old, based on sounds (drumming) and chasing each other, flaring at each other, I believe that we have 3 females.

[@dakotawinds9291]

My daughter had ducks for three years, took the last set to a sale barn and I told her never again. Living in town, every time it rained they would drill holes wherever water stood. They were nasty, never mean but just a pain to deal with (first group was 3 Welsh Harlequin Drakes - last set was a pair of Pekin Drakes - never had any luck getting a female from TSC and the other place we got them from). Now the city does not allow ducks at all, and she wants a couple turkeys (told her only if they are used for Thanksgiving and another holiday - that did not go over well with her at all lol).

[@karenladwig]

Talk to Marie at Ranom Okie Farm she has both Emu's and Osterich

[@debraelliott8371]

Good morning Kevin (Friday) , good to see you!👋 Sorry to hear about the ducks but, they like you said are very messy & dirty & noisey . Now it is peaceful. Sorry Rachel, Kaya & Kaleb. I read some comments about your emus & I think you should get ahold of Marie, or one of the other folks they mentioned to see what coukd be going on with Youshe, & Yuonea ( don't know how to spell their names, I'm sorry) Take care Kevin & see you in your next video. Take care & God Bless you all ❤😊👋😉🙏🇺🇸

[@jeanroth1193]

I know when an ostrich breeds a female they get very aggressive. They usually lay down when they are breeding. When they lay eggs they build a nest and lay their eggs all in the same nest. Lester from Longhorn Lester’s has ostriches.

[@kramsdrawde8159]

Indeed the bees know ... winter will come soon ... GOD's creation knows more than we think. GOD bless and Shalom mishpocha...

[@achillywind550]

I don’t know if emus are like ostrich but the chasing is part of the courtship in ostrich.

[@joanhenson4567]

The cayuga eggs are only black for a few eggs at beginning of laying cycle or season. They go to gray and then white. You may not have seen the black ones since they lay out and about

[@marlenabryant5547]

Can hear you fine Kevin.

[@debbeasher-k4764]

The Quack Pack will be missed but it sounds like they're better off not having the geese hog the water. Also, it sounds like they were too messy too. Perhaps, the kids could have a new animal to add to the farm.

[@cherylsimmondsday9380]

❤You should talk to Lester about the Emu's .He has Ostriches but they are similar to Emus

[@heatherpatrick3056]

When female emu are ready to mate they make a drumming sound which you can find on KZbin and they also strut while walking now I do know male mature alot faster than females so males mature around 1 yr old age to where females start maturing around 18 months but if you look up the female sound that's how you know when females are ready to mate so she just ain't ready yet to where I think he is

[@deborahgilliland1804]

White House on the Hill has a few emus. They went through their first mating season with no successfull hatches by the birds or the incubater but they may be able to give you some insight on the behavior. They had some issues with theirs one time

[@nancygibson9644]

If you would like to know more about Emu's, may I suggest you maybe get hold of Marie over at Random Okie Farms and ask her. She breeds/raises/sells them. Hope this helps you out some.

[@lindamaskus5142]

They came from her originally.

[@nancygibson9644]

I was thinking that is what I remembered. Thanks@@lindamaskus5142

[@lindahipp8329]

You found the ducks a good home and that's what counts. Good luck deer hunting. Hopefully you'll figure out about the emus. GOD BLESS Y'ALL.

[@markholmes1346]

Don’t lie Kevin, your never getting anymore ducks 🤣 we know they got on your nerves! I get it, they definitely make a mess all over! Good luck with the Emu’s, I feel sorry for her!

[@evelynescalona6077]

It is tough, I guess you know what is best. Hugs for Rachel

[@kriscutler8078]

Jason and Brooke @Cog Hill know someone who has multiple Emu’s, maybe they could connect you to talk about your situation! Separate fences? Good luck!

[@doncc6080]

Muscovy are supposed to be totally quiet ducks. I have a honey bee hive in my cedar tree where it is split. There are bumble bee businesses here in SW Indiana who rent them to the melon, pumpkin growers.

[@karenherrold1462]

I also had one goose, that did not like me and was chasing me out our gate. One time that goose bit my knee. Which was painful. I love your geese. they are so pretty.

[@donaldcubberley4260]

Ha! you only thought Yoshi hadn't chased Yonig in a while...check out the 16:45 mark when he was chasing her behind you, in the distance.

[@destinyridge]

I have wild emus on my property. Nature will take its course. You may have an issue when the chicks hatch, the males become very protective. The females are usually no where to be seen.

[@gaylenewood7707]

So the Male emu is like the Male seahorse huh??

[@destinyridge]

Yes.@@gaylenewood7707 They watch over the chicks diligently and will defend them viriently. I have trail cams on my youtube page.

[@carolmiland9665]

Hope you figure out what is up with the emus. Take care ❤

[@dorisharrison9885]

I'm sorry about the ducks but I understand,enjoyed 😅😊🍁🍁🍂🍂

[@sarahjaneyoung8566]

He just feeling his oats it is that time of the year for them. Having said that they aren't old enough yet and she is like nope not happening you bad boy. Now about your duck egg preference i do get that you could start giving your chickens some eggs to eat it will harden their shells and make their yolks a deeper orange color and more flavor. And like you said when you get everything ready you will be able to have ducks again. Have a wonderful evening now and may your days be blessed

[@maryrussell979]

Awesome video love your farm. It’s sad about the ducks but at least you know they went to a good home

[@lorahaworth5]

There are 2 emus across the street from us and the male chases the female almost constantly. The male pulls her feathers on her back and pecks her head until bloody. They are several years old and the female refuses the male always. They run around and twirl necks which looks really weird. They live with goats and alpacas.

[@charlottecolloff-hinde7657]

When you are ready for ducks again you might consider Muscovy ducks. They don't quack but hiss, they're quite a large duck so will cope with the geese better, they roost off the ground in trees if allowed and they're happy without a pond although they'll use one if provided. Not known for egg production especially but dual purpose so more of a meat producer than your other duck breeds.

[@gretchenlerch562]

Make sure you find her eggs if she lays any because I saw a post from a farmers market in Florida where they were selling green emu eggs for $35 EACH!!!

[@lori1508]

Emus breed in Dec and January they remain together for about 5 months. They will lay 2-5 eggs. Once they are all done with laying the eggs is when they start to sit on them. Emu eggs are a very dark green. The female will lay 1 egg about every 3 days. The male won’t sit on eggs until there are enough approximately a dozen. (I googled the info).

[@cherylfenoglio7826]

I would reach out to Marie at Random Okie Farms. She raises and hatches the eggs from emus and ostriches.

[@buffysheffield1328]

Becky at Acre Homestead has the same freeze drier as you, although she recently upgraded it from 4 trays to 5. She makes dog treats from beef livers in hers. I believe she got the recipe from KZbin. She even freeze dried candies like skittles and others in one video. I wish I had the space for one, lol.

[@beckiepatrick6900]

Love, love, love Becky!!😊

[@Michael-cu8xk]

He is being a teenager 😂😂. God bless you and yours 🙏🙏❤🎉

[@mindywiley7718]

Sad that the ducks are gone but I understand. Glad they are in good hands. Not too sure about the emu’s. Our neighbor had a male and a female emu and the male started chasing the female. After a while the male started getting aggressive with the female and pecking at her neck and she ended up with large sores on her neck. She would be all bloody. I know our neighbor had to get rid of them to other people. I would just keep a eye on them and check her time to time to make sure that doesn’t happen. Our neighbor only had a very small pasture so the female couldn’t get away from the male. Yohne looks like she has plenty of running room to stay away from Yoshe. Sorry about the spelling of the names. Much love to you, your family and all the animals. God Bless y’all 🙏❤️✝️🥰🤗💖🇺🇸💪🙏

[@STEPHANIEH70]

Looking good there Ghost Face

[@marciaborg77]

Loved the video

[@kevinhenophy8873]

Wish u all the best from canada 🇨🇦.

[@annettebischoff9715]

Lori loves the ducks and they will be well taken care of. Great video

[@gaylerichards7409]

That poor Emu! She’s not ready I think but he may sense she is. I don’t know because I’m not an expert. I think you did the right thing with the ducks. They are at least with good people and will be ok.

[@charlenethomas9966]

Hey guys 👋 I enjoy watching your videos. I don't always commit on your videos but am. Watching yall but I always like your videos yall are a great family. 😀😀❤❤

[@donnawilmeth8674]

Good afternoon everyone from McKinney Tx

[@teresamurray7839]

Freeze dried minnows are excellent treats for your dogs and cats! I bet the season for mating is approaching with the Emus.

[@gaylevincent2397]

Enjoyed everything ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@coolguygaming9736]

Agreed with some others call Marie with random okie farm she seems very knowledgeable about birds.

[@lindamaskus5142]

These came from her.

[@chrisryan5339]

Great stuff thanks. Chris from England

[@yourendsoon]

Look in the field behind you. The emus are running. Around.

[@deborahmorton5893]

Emu breeding season is in October. Normally females are larger than males and are more aggressive than males. Male emus build the nest and lay on the eggs.

[@lanasawyer9812]

There is a family that has a male & female emu - they are friends of Cog Hill but O can’t remember their name!!! Maybe someone else here does?!? It’s an amazing difference in the geese sound - I thought they were the loud ones but maybe they were just sounding off because of the ducks??? Otherwise they got the hint they might be next lol!

[@karenminckler4198]

Good luck with the emus. Love the white geese. They are beautiful. Love how you talk for the animals.

[@cyndeecollings9461]

KEVIN YOU WOULD SEE A EMU EGG FROM ANYWHERE ON YOUR FARM, THEY ARE BIG AND DARK GREEN. I WOULD ASK MARIE OVER ON RANDOM OKIE FARM SHE RAISES EMUS. AND IF I REMEMBER RIGHT THE MALE WILL SET ON THE EGGS. THE EGGS ARE ALMOST AS BIG AS A FOOTBALL.

[@TammyA165]

It's ok you got rid of the ducks I understand why you did and it's your farm.

[@kimmontgomery54]

I just watched Lori’s video and saw the ducks, they seem to be doing well with her other ducks! I agree with the other subscriber see if you can get with Marie at Random Oakie Farms, she will probably have some insight on what’s going on with your emus! Good luck, I hope you get a big buck! Love and blessings from this old Bama girl!❤❤❤

[@snakey319]

yeah, Kev, they make a lil noise, do a lil dance, get down tonight.