Happy Little Friends on the Run! Elephant Phabeni Runs Wild with Lammie & Spotty!

Phabeni flies down the dirt road with his friends, Lammie and Spotty in tow, showing incredible speed and agility even at only 6 months of age. He has mastered those growing legs and is putting them to the test daily out in the bush on his walks with his sheep family and carers.

[@malasharma2392]

Phabeni is such a darling God bless your team the kind of love and passion and love spotty and lammie ❤️❤️❤️

[@aimeefriedman822]

That Joshua and others moved THEIR LIVES to be with the HERD shows not only compassion and dedication, but how much they are ACTUALLY PART OF THE HERD AND A HERD AND ONE DOES NOT LEAVE THEIR FAMILY.

[@The-ii5mj]

They have amazing stories & testaments all their own❤. Even reading on Aldine & her parent's Legacy, it's just... Makes you smile. Stavros' story hit me hard; tears, laughter then mad respect for him & ALL the team. ✌🐘❤

[@mortalclown3812]

​@@The-ii5mj ❤ Feels like our own lives are the richer for just knowing about HERD and its legacy. I've only made small donations, but feel a part of an amazing global community. 🇸🇿🌍🌿🐘🐏🦋🩵💪

[@carmenl163]

I'm glad that Joshua and everyone else who was with the original herd in Zimbabwe didn't have to permanently move but could have all their families (human, elephant, and employer) on a 6-week on-and-off basis.

[@user-kf6lu4dn2r]

It's actually pretty common for elephant keepers to move with their elephants, because elephants don't really work well with strangers. In Asia and India the Mahouts tend to become very important and useful in elephants rescues, because they understand them. It is probably much the same for these amazing gentlemen with these elephants.

[@missclaire4820]

@@carmenl163Well some of them did move permanently to South Africa

[@lynnell5993]

Well, I'm exhausted just watching. That was my cardio for the morning. Bless Lammie's precious heart for keeping up! Go easy on the old girl. She's a treasure.

[@darilynadams7281]

I say, why the running & not just walk! ?? I find it annoying!

[@lynnell5993]

@@darilynadams7281 That little ellie is going to have to keep up with the herd soon. It's good training for him.

[@miri-818]

​@@darilynadams7281I don't really get what do you mean, what is annoying?

[@junepearl7993]

Lammie was a real trooper to keep up that pace. She loves her baby elephants and will do whatever they need.

[@jamesfreeman2258]

​@@junepearl7993she had a caree behind her forcing her and Spotty to run.

[@dawnf-sktn7950]

Who needs to go to a gym or jogging when you can go out on an excursion with an elephant and two sheep? 😊

[@petecartwright5211]

There's a special place in heaven already reserved for these wonderful folks...

[@CristinaF210]

im sure i keep saying that too, they have already a spot bc of their incredible hearts💖💖💖💖

[@kayrosehamilton]

How old is Lambie now and Spotty? These videos are wonderful for me....relaxing and teaching lessons by observation. Thanks for all you do.

[@badlyniceness2315]

A cheeky little beauty.

[@revripple]

@@kayrosehamilton Lammie is 10 years, Spotty 7 or 8 months

[@Zara-fe9qz]

Hy is so oulik,Dankie vir alles wat julle doen vir die diere

[@lynnellen5143]

It seems Phabeni is experiencing elephant herd introduction earlier than Khanyisa. I have fond memories of the sweet little Khanyisa.

[@woodstream6137]

Knayisa had some pretty severe injuries to recuperate from too. 😢

[@richardjohnson5529]

Phabeni left Lammie and Spotty in a cloud of dust. Go Phabeni.

[@marylouruss1087]

I loved watching this cute video..Thank you much

[@lisafreebairn7736]

These 3 little friends are precious together!!!!

[@poppamic]

A happy little boy with his best pals ❤️🐘

[@jolynnhill8502]

Lammie and Spotty are such good roommates for the orphan babies. Lammie is a pro and Spotty is learning from her how to help. I Love The Herd and all the caregivers that make this possible..I love animals❤

[@carolynellis387]

Joshua's 20 + years experience must be so valuable to you all and those tiny orphans who benefit greatly

[@mandarawong4899]

Every time I watch your videos of phabeni et al, I feel I am filling my cup with love and joy .Thank you 🙏❤

[@mariafont8826]

❤😊

[@laurenwood9084]

Phabeni is so cute. He does have a strong trunk. Thanks to all. Love from Maryland USA.

[@suzannehouse1172]

Phabeni is doing so much better. Getting a little confidence to grow into the big bull he will be one day. It is because of all the love he is given that he is doing so well. God Bless you Adine and all of your team❤

[@nancykelly9712]

So nice to see Phabeni in better health and not see the bones that were showing on his head from not eating well when he first arrived. I'm so happy he looks to be thriving and happy!!

[@sharonott7513]

What a fun day. Everyone will sleep well tonight.❤

[@dianedevery2662]

What a big rub for Phabeni, Spotty and Lammie ❤

[@ceciliawilson6328]

Wow, look at Lammie run! Love watching this.❤

[@melodymoulton7505]

The care givers are so beautiful and loving towards all the Herd elephants. I wish we could behave towards each other with the same sense of devotion.

[@susanrobinson9101]

❤❤❤❤❤ With all the Love, good food, good friends, this baby is growing up to be big and beautiful, Thank you!!!!

[@suescrase7071]

Phabeni has filled out beautifully and looks wonderful, so healthy and happy. So lovely to see the little sheep too. Such a wonderful team at HERD, they are just amazing💕

[@taniapetrovic5688]

What a lovely team 👍 ❤. Bless you all, HERD 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐑 🐑 and the wonderfull team.

[@beatrixjansen6297]

It's always such a pleasure to watch videos from THE HERD. Looking forward to see Phabene with his HERD family. Lammie and Spotty are so precious.🥰🥰🥰

[@LucillenRory]

He is getting so much stronger. Its so great to see him running like that.

[@jamesfreeman2258]

Phabeni is a confident, smart, self possessed little guy. Wiser than his tender age. His eyes are beautiful. Lqmmie and Spotty look good and phabeni seems to be gentle with them.

[@vivianaiacomelli3080]

Si James, vanno d'accordo! È bravo e amichevole Phabeni.

[@joanmalathy4983]

Thankyou Adine Ma'am and the team for this wonderful video ❤❤❤

[@natasjadirken5633]

I love how Adine whispered to Beni at the end; you are my most beautiful baby, and than she added ; you and Kanisha are my 2 most beautiful babies 🥰 I can translate it cause the south African language is almost the same as Dutch which is my native tongue. I could watch this for hours!!!!

[@scrubjay93]

thank you for the translation💚

[@lynda22213]

So am I, I also watched this video for several times. It's very touching.

[@revripple]

She said: "I will never leave you. You are my baby. You and Khanyisa are my babies."

[@slomo1716]

wow wow WOW -what a difference in this little boy, seems so inquisitive and cheerful now, instead of the sullen little fella hiding in the reeds. God Bless you guys and gals at HERD, who understand how to rehabilitate a lost baby. He even seems kind to Lammy and Spotty now. Perhaps it's from his suckling on his new mum Lundi and his new big brother/father Jabulani who has the heart of a saint. Your channel brings me to tears watching these wonderful Elephants. Thank you Joshua, Herman and Adine for your commitment to God's blessings for us to enjoy! God Bless!!!

[@rennierad]

You can see he's happy. He doesn't have the sadness in his beautiful little eyes like he did. Thank you for your love, dedication and hard work. ❤💕

[@steventrompeter9883]

The end of the first half of the video I was exhausted. Phabeni's condition continues to improve. His face is rounder as well as his body. I hope this means he's gaining weight. Now I need some shade and a drink. Thanks 😊

[@denisedesiree8835]

What a lovely day with lovely friends and family ❤ from California, USA😊

[@marilynsears7611]

The baby is getting positively round !! He’s really doing well !

[@shirleymorris7760]

It was a remarkable thing the Carers did in staying with the herd and walking them safely over the border to SA. T And setting down new roots, with family still living in Zimbabwe. Their commitment is awe inspiring. Such love is a call to us all to keep an open heart. Namaste, fellas. And thank you. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@marymcdonald5531]

I am so happy to see you all together. It is so sweet and adorable. I love you all.♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@lamh5265]

Wonderful to see the cheek bones on Phabeni are not so prominent. He has come a long way. Well done.

[@cherylanderson9126]

Love, love Adine’s sweet voice calling to Phabeni and friends. 💕💕💕

[@maha333g5]

He is really looking much stronger and you can really see his confidence blossoming!! All your love and care!!! 💗

[@tristtags8108]

Precious baby boy and his best buds Lammie and Spotty , Adine and all the carers are the most amazing people ❤️ so dedicated and loving, can't wait till the little guy meets the rest of the family elephants ❤️ he's loved by all. From Lloydminster Saskatchewan Canada 🇨🇦

[@anaelena2104]

That Phabeni baby is quite strong! Plus he leads his own little herd. So cute!

[@user-ur7zs8uj5x]

I LOVE Spotty. Such a joyous happy little person!

[@UPB78]

Such a lovely and soothing walk, across the nature, only hearing the sound of the wind and the leaves, this would be therapeutical for anyone.

[@yorkiemom7858]

I am realizing how much love and care goes into these beautiful animals. Thank you to the Entire team for loving them and moving with them keeping them protected and happy!

[@lindaclark1406]

Phabeni has filled out nicely and looks very happy. Getting the exercise needed to keep up with his herd in the future. Lambie is doing very well for a senior sheep. Maybe Spotty keeps her young. Thank you for this amazing video. 💕🇺🇸🌴🌺💗

[@marionhochberg9091]

It's the "Phabeni Olympics 100s Yard Dash!" That boy is cruising! Wonderful to see his steady progress guided by the most compassionate and loving people and companion animals at HERD. God bless you all.

[@loritac1170]

Phabeni looks amazing, healthy, and strong thanks to your love and patience! Lammie and Spotty are perfect companions for him. TYVM'-Adine Joshua n Herman and herd family!! Love from Hawaii!❤❤❤

[@patricialease18]

Phabeni is going to be a handsome bull one of these days ❤. He's a beautiful baby...

[@meraaicat]

Underpinning my love and awe for the magnificent elephants, I feel such respect, admiration and appreciation for their carers, many of whom left families and familiar social groups to be with these wondrous creatures. I salute you all ❤❤❤

[@taniapetrovic5688]

❤❤❤ 🐘 🐑 🐑 🌿 🐦 🎶 ❤ Thank you for sharing ☀. Have a nice day ! Greetings from Brussel, Belgium.

[@juniru6139]

OMG I love you people😊. Thank you Adine , Joshua and Herman ❤ he’s so many peoples baby now

[@marjoriehopkins1630]

Phabeni is just so adorable! I love the little ellie and sheep family! God bless you all for all you do!

[@mikethomp1440]

Animals that thrive under the love and care from these remarkable people. It is a beautiful humane thing. 😊

[@non.8994]

Such a delight to watch Phabeni getting better and running with his little friends! 🐘🐘🤎🤎🧡🧡

[@suemyers6615]

I can't decide who is cuter! And Lammie's still got it! Thank you for letting us "walk" with you. So much fun to watch.😊

[@TL-ps5qo]

They are my good friends. I love them very much.

[@aimeefriedman822]

PHABI GAINED WEIGHT!! I CAN SEE A NICE BELLY NOW! YEAH!!🤗

[@Einsamira]

I love this video so much. Brought me a certain kind of calmness. Thanks a lot!

[@debraevans6795]

BLESSED FRIDAY HERD! HELLO PHABENI, LAMMIE, SPOTTY, ADINE, HERMAN, AND JOSHUA! THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOVE & COMMITMENT! ♥️🐘🦏

[@paddyjenkins8458]

I love it, the lush green grass and these beautiful animals safe contented and happy you can’t ask for more, well done Aidine, Herman and Joshua for keeping up with these beauties. Humans and animals doing well in these beautiful surroundings.

[@user-zb5io8rg8w]

Marks his territory “He’s a man bull!”😂😂😂❤❤❤ he’s a very healthy looking elephant. And he is playing in the weeds

[@chickenpermission2122]

I absolutely love this!!!❤️

[@evonwilliams7502]

Phabeni was so cute runnig with his little short leg and little out and ears going and spotty and lammie also they were having so much fun thanks all of you for what you have done to help him our little baby boy is going to be ok his has a big famly now that love him and we to love him great job little baby boy 🎉😂❤

[@scrubjay93]

Memories to treasure forever💚So much grief in the world, but so much happiness in this video. Phabeni looks like he must be feeling 100% to be running so fast, thrashing the vegetation with his little trunk. Lammie and Spotty very game to be joining in! Thank you for the lovely video that is like being there, especially hearing the birds. Beautiful closeups of baby elephant's eyes and face. You are all so special for saving him and for saving that habitat. Thank you to everyone for your hard work.💚

[@mopsolina]

Oh, look at our little sugar dumpling Phabeni smelling the flowers. And his beautiful friends Lammie and Spotty munching on green grass. They are so adorable. Huge thank you to Adine and her team.

[@miri-818]

Phabeni a flower among red flowers, Adine whispering her caresses to Phabeni, a bit of Paradise ❤🐘🧡💛

[@theflashtheflash6101]

Good morning Gold Coast QLDs Australia. 🇦🇺 thank you for my morning giggles, No offence Phabeni, Cutie 🥰 🙏🌻🍀😀

[@christy76840]

Elephants are such a beautiful animal. I see why my grandmother loved them so much

[@jeanwalker8276]

One contented handsome baby boy thanks to Adine and carers at HERD. Enjoying every moment spent with you all.Thank you.👏👏👏👏👏🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🙏🇬🇧❤❤❤❤

[@taniapetrovic5688]

💕 ♥

[@vivianaiacomelli3080]

Anch'io mi godo la mandria e i 3 piccolini che camminano veloci.Bella l'Inghilterra, la ADORO!.ciao

[@rocioaguilera3555]

Phabeni enjoys running with his friends. How big is he now, thanks to all of the orphanage team. God bless all animals and animal lovers. My best wishes for you and your loved ones, including pets 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@taniapetrovic5688]

💕 ♥

[@elainepeterson475]

Getting out for a walk every dai is very healthy for body and soul ❤

[@moirapettifr7127]

Aww sweet baby Phabeni. He's got to be the happiest little ellie in all of Africa playing with Lammie and Spotty!

[@melodiefrances3898]

Phabeni keeps looking more and more relaxed and happy ❤ And sweet Lammie and very cute Spottie learning to be a comfort animal ❤

[@jlda9474]

It’s so nice having a baby again guys! My usual check in on the family and our walk in the bush! Love you Phabeni, spotty and of course, our Lammie poo! Happy Friday To my Ellie family, Adine Joshua, and Herman! Love you all!❤🇺🇸🐘🐘🐘🐘🐑🐑🐑🐑🤗

[@matthewmangum6320]

Phabeni looks so happy and healthy. Lammie and Spotty are both so adorable together. Love to everyone ❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘

[@albaluzguerrero7341]

Los amamos a todos. Phaveny, Lammy, spoty, Adine, Hermann, Joshua. ❤

[@barbarahunc1357]

Good morning everyone from cold Canada ❤❤

[@michellesartori6695]

Its a boost to my day to see little Phabeni out and about in the great outdoors with his friends, both human and sheep! Thank you for helping me smile today! God keep you all safe from predators both man and beast!

[@jenology101]

Watching Phabeni run is so incredibly delightful. His running is impressive! He's a distance runner! It's so great to see him happy.

[@chantalbaas8328]

Soooo lovely and adorable ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@maurlizdale1722]

What a wonderful video. Phabeni walking with her two friends, Lammie and Spotty. So adorable. ❤❤❤ Sydney NSW

[@mariadi1069]

this little one is going to grow in to very handsome and loving bull.

[@theflashtheflash6101]

Good morning everyone having fun on the run. You really take care of your beautiful four legged family . Wonderful loving people humans 🙏🌻🥰🍀😀

[@lb1460]

Phabeni filling out so wonderfully...even getting a bit rounder little tummy (which is so awesome to see). Thank you for your loving care of sweet Phabeni (and all of the others).❤

[@candidaprout560]

I love to see these three friends ❤❤❤. Hi 👋 to all three. Hi Adine 🌹 hi wonderful careers 🍀. Lammie ❤️ is wonderful too and spotty looks intelligent and understands Phabeni ❤️

[@silntbtrfly]

That baby can run.

[@scottstangeland2878]

I love it when you highlight the carer's role and history with the HERD they are my HERO's their dedication and love is so awesome - we need T-Shirts with their logos

[@kp8381]

I think they have them in the merchandise store.

[@SarahICannon]

I can’t believe the walk you take everyday!! You are all very dedicated and I thank you for taking care of these amazing animals!!! It looks like Lamme and spotty love the walls as much as Phabeni! 💙💙💙

[@tothelighthouse9843]

Good morning Phabeni, Herman, Adine, Joshua, Spotty & Lammie!! Wonderful video, really appreciate getting to know a bit more about you three wonderful humans! And it's fantastic to see so much of the bush & landscape--the grass looks very lush.

[@carriebradley7634]

What a way to spend your day!😊 Sweet little phabeni can run and run. It seems his relationships with lammie and Spottie are really blossoming! It's truly a little herd! You are all so dedicated and beautiful. Thank you for what you do. EVERY single animal life is precious!!! Especially when you consider how many species are on the brink of extinction thanks to human activity, human greed, and human selfishness! I always pray for those folks doing all they can to make it right and give these animals a chance at the life they were meant to have! A life they deserve! God bless you all!❤

[@thefairyqueen369]

Well said. I am hoping to make a shop selling things that I make so that I can donate to exactly these types of rehabilitation and rescue teams. There is not enough help for them, so it has been my dream to help in my own way, I am hoping that next year I will be in a new home and settled so that I can get my shop open! Blessings to you:)

[@carriebradley7634]

@@thefairyqueen369 that would be amazing. Good luck. Truly.

[@susanrichard6376]

The 3 musketeers! They are so darn stinkin cute together!!!❤

[@angelraburn4401]

They were all happily running wondering “where are we going I. Such a rush” 😂😂 so sweet and wonderful. It is amazing watching this journey. Thank you so much. ❤ I can’t wait for him to be with the family 🥰

[@evangeline3152]

That is the cutest little trio of animals! I enjoy watching all of them together so much.

[@yvonneferguson8575]

Everyone must need a nap after that walk! You are all incredible humans for the work you do and the care and love you give to these precious animals, and Lammie and little Spotty. THANK YOU so much. My heart is full of admiration for you ALL.

[@martydornbos643]

I get a kick out of Spotty. Eating machine and has his own blanket on him. What a group😊

[@amber40494]

Phabeni looks great, thanks to your amazing care! You put a smile on my face. Thanks❤❤❤❤

[@gr8fuldeb699]

Y’all really are amazing. Phabeni is already thriving and gaining trust with everyone. He was so scared and shy and now he is braver and adventurous. Thank you for helping this precious little guy

[@njgurl6004]

So awesome how they all are enjoying themselves. Phabeni looks very healthy now. Lammie is rocking it too. Herd is great! 🙏🙌✌️

[@stephieikin4340]

Every time little Phabeni pops up on my feed, my heart just explodes and my eyes mysteriously start watering. Incredible how this little ellie has impacted so many of us around the world. Go seuntjie!

[@kp8381]

He's following in Khynasia footsteps. I got hooked on HERD when she was rescued. Over 4 years now. Such a wonderful organization. ❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘

[@susanfeneley]

@@kp8381 Amen to that!!🐘🐑🐦💞🇺🇸

[@MichaelBradley1967]

A nice run, some fertilizing. It was a good day.

[@elainepeterson475]

A very Happy Elephant Phabeni, with his friends Lammie, Spotty and Adine and Joshua enjoying a walk on a beautiful day ❤ 🙏🐘🐏🐑👫

[@CarolAbhayaratna]

Best wishes to all Carol thank you

[@susanmartin6834]

Phabeni the winner 🎉

[@michellestratford9753]

I bet everyone slept well after that run! Such a beautiful piece of the world you have❤

[@catherine59226]

Best friends forever! ❤