How can I overcome an EXTREME FEAR OF COWS? | Ep 14

[@gnostic268]

The little calf is adorable!

[@gasparocelloman9852]

This channel is a gift. Everything about it is immensely satisfying. 🥇

[@patriciaodoherty5202]

You really crack me up!Your personality is delightful!

[@MappertonLive]

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[@jenjem5810]

All things great and small. All things bright and beautiful. My Mom adored that series. This family reminds me of that series. Living, breathing, quirks, unrehearsed Life.

[@niamhmcdermott7512]

I live in the Channel Islands on an Island called Jersey and our main export is Jersey Dairy so we have possibly more cows than islanders (well, not far off) so it's peculiar to me to read comments and hear you speak of a fear of cows!! Our Jersey cows are so approachable and sweet, probably due to life long exposure to people

[@tamaracarter1836]

This was hilarious Julie! Well done for getting so close to them.

[@sindysimms4001]

Okay for sure my favorite two episodes have been with the cows. Tom laughing at Julie was hysterical.

[@AC-jl6su]

You, your son and all the people there are really really lovely and great!

[@theresedignard4267]

I have seen people use a long stick to work cows and cattle. You are too funny. Brave indeed. The GPS is a great idea. They are beautiful. Great choice on breed. The bull is so sweet. I wonder if he was a kids farm project.

[@TheCloverQueenDQ]

You had me cracking up Julie, you know the cows smell your fear and use it to their advantage lol. You just need to bottle feed a calf to overcome lol. Now chicken and rosters they are the monsters, as kids we stuffed our pockets with grain. If you throw grain they stop and eat and we could run to the next tree. Where are the kid, oh their fine the chickens have them treed in the side yard we’ll get them at dinner 😆.

[@MsBritishwoman]

You're a joy to watch Julie. Love the diary!

[@MappertonLive]

So glad!

[@mattypants]

Julie's fear of cows cracks me up. They are large, but almost always super gentle. Like a gigantic kitten! Lol

[@allsorts4041]

Julie I’d say you’re pretty brave to have gotten as close to the cows as you did!

[@kathrynfinley3716]

Hi from Flowery Branch, Georgia USA! We have cows in the fields behind our house and they are so much fun to watch and ironically the sweetest one is the very large bull who lets me pet him.

[@maryheller8560]

they are so cute and cuddly and I just want to squish them and hug them! :) If ever, and I am so so hoping this happens, able to get over there and can stay in the glamping tents I would 100% love to see them. And I agree with Ms. O'Doherty - your personality is adorable! Thank you for sharing yourself, your family, and your home with us!

[@lynj-c9153]

Love the cows out to field, your honesty is fab Julie...we all have something...

[@kemt411]

Julie I understand how you feel completely! Do not be ashamed of your fear of cows. I have an irrational fear of chickens, an extreme fear! I don't know anyone else with this fear, but I'm sure they are out there. However, I do love fresh chicken eggs. Unless someone else gets them for me, I will not be eating fresh eggs. So far my fear will not let me get close enough to the chickens to get to the nest to get the eggs. A huge round of applause and a giant bravo for being brave enough to face your fear! The good thing is we can laugh at ourselves, along with the other people laughing at us.🤣 We can all use more laughter in our life. It helps calm the fears. Mapperton is so beautiful. I love keeping up with all these new exciting projects!

[@hiltonmarlton5156]

If you are afraid of cattle, then this is the best breed to help you overcome that fear. They look terrifying with those huge horns but are really the most affectionate, docile cattle ever. (I've kept them for 20 years) They have been living in close confines with humans since the days of Stonehenge, so pretty sure all the nasty genes have been culled out (mostly). Good luck with these amazing creatures and thanks for bringing White Park cattle to a whole new audience. They deserve our admiration and respect.

[@jen43072]

Get in touch with The Hoof GP and do a collab!!!

[@karenbailey1475]

Actually, you are so brave, being that close to something you are so afraid of, to the extent you are ‘shaking in your boots’; has to be one of the bravest things I have ever seen anyone do.

[@lqja]

Dear Julie, I think you are so brave! I was chased by a cow while hiking two weekends ago and now I am terrified of cattle. Thank you for the great video in showing Tom moving the cows. You are not crazy Julie!

[@angelakilroe3271]

Hilarious, what are you like Julie, an entertainer from beginning to end.

[@leanordials8008]

You can do this! I was raised on a dairy farm and worked with animals daily. Most all of ours had been dehorned though, because they tend to fight one another. Now you can learn where the term " grab them by the horns" comes from.

[@kathleensmith8365]

No apologies needed. Julie! You were SO BRAVE. I am a Yankee living in Texas, have had 2 incidents with animals the size of cars. Longhorn cattle. Terrifying. God bless the farmers.

[@annburge291]

Cow horns are like antennas...each one needs a certain space so they can run as a herd. Yes they are weapons, like cats' have claws, but they aren't really out to get you. They will give two warnings if they want you to leave and you just walk away... usually they are interested to meet you and they don't see you as a threat if you move slowly and calmly.

[@sharong8511]

Good point, Ann. I believe most animals will give warnings although I could certainly be wrong about that.

[@LadyCourtney13]

Cow whisperer! I am loving the series, just introduced and watching from the beginning. Hi from across the pond, USA.

[@LedgerAndLace]

LOVE this! And I don't mean to laugh at your pain, but you're VERY entertaining! On a more helpful note, perhaps watch some Temple Grandin footage with cows? It might make them less scary. She LOVES cows and it's really sweet to see her interaction with them. Altho--they don't have horns, so that's another aspect of the fear, I would imagine.

[@maureenb6095]

I missed the live chat! I’d be a bit scared of the cows and especially the bull! Those horns are massive. I love the comment, “But, you’re really good at jumping gates.” I’d be, “Feet don’t fail me now!” 😉 This was really great, thank you! And Julie, I think you were courageous! 🌸🌸

[@tcampbell2165]

They are beautiful.

[@janabeckman545]

Oh Julie. So glad you made it through the herding. Animals sense your fear and that makes it very hard for all involved. From what I saw, Tom uses the low stress animal handling method to move cattle. I suggest getting a cattle herding dog. Just think of the pod cast episodes. Herding demonstrations, best breeds, idiosyncrasies such as the dogs will herd kids, kittens, poultry just for fun.

[@rhondamartin3575]

My heart goes out to you! I'm like this with horses! I love them, think they're beautiful, I've gone to equestrian events! But, when I go to my friend's house and I'm near them, I think it's just their SIZE that scares me to death!!!! The shear power they have!!!!

[@lizrach4159]

This is wonderful. Absolutely hilarious.

[@chatterjeelinda4]

The autogenerated closed captions on these videos are hilarious!

[@heidijay5902]

As someone who grew up with cattle (& horses), I completely forget that there are people on the planet that don’t know how to handle them. Beautiful creatures, makes me so grateful for my childhood.

[@Rebekahlow]

Julie is soooooooo brave!!! Baby Arabella is adorable!! The cows are really interesting!! Great fun watching this roundup!!!! Love from Vermont

[@monicagaitor6751]

Julie, U R rocking a gorgeous cap. I luv it.

[@carolh.3602]

I laughed out loud when they all turned around and headed back into the barn. You are such a chicken Julie. Entertaining!

[@bernadettecrawford3656]

Your doing so well, thanks for sharing

[@teetarquin7012]

Honestly, I think they should be dehorned. Much safer for the handlers. I think I would be scared, too, Julie! You did just great. 👍🏻

[@juliemcneely9578]

You would do a great job here on a farm in Michigan. Love and Light to you and your family! Thanks for sharing.💐😀

[@dulce_eva7257]

Moo!! I think this video is marvelous! 🥛 I love how you're working towards conservation of cows in this world's roaming-free.

[@muffin6369]

Julie's outfit is freakin' priceless!

[@katiereischman4933]

What kind of hoof care will these beautiful animals be getting? Is someone going to be monitoring them for lameness? Healthy hooves are imperative for a healthy cow.

[@useruseruser666]

I'd love a Hoof GP crossover episode. :D

[@DarrinsDaffs]

@@useruseruser666 , that would be perfect!!!

[@ShaunaMarieSings]

Hehehehehehe!!!!!! You were sooo lucky, Julie, as they can sense fear...and, WOW, your Nestor is a brave chap, indeed!!! 💗💗💗

[@ShaunaMarieSings]

These are gorgeous gentle giants...and shining their 'white light'...stand in your knowing that they ARE this...use your yoga and go to a centered place of 'calm'...then bring in the joy of just being in their presence into your sphere...remember that in India, the cow is a most sacred animal and wanders the streets freely not harming any one. I just wouldn't ever wear 'red' around them (hehehehe!)...only joking...apparently, the color 'red' doesn't actually arouse anything in them! Just be centered, connected to Mother Earth...NO FEAR...and in stay in your knowing that these precious beings are your friends...💗💗💗

[@woohoo5473]

This is when you bring in the Texas longhorn cowboys. Git along little doggies.

[@katherinekinnaird4408]

Happy Independence Julie and everyone. God bless America and God bless the Queen. Let freedom continue for the free world. LOL Vaca seaside loving cows. Only at Mapperton .

[@rustyrelicsfarm2406]

The calves, cows, and Steers are very safe around them. Being the grandson of a farmer has educated me about this. It's the Bulls you have to be careful with.

[@pcrgz1419]

Happy 4th of July Julie!! Well, you’re not wrong about having a fear with cows that have long sharp horns!! They’re beautiful though.

[@cindilouwho8681]

Cows are like (extra) big puppies! 😍😍

[@anxen]

As a fellow afearer of cows, and having been chased by them for no reason in the past, I totally commiserate with Julie. Keep a nice distance away from the ruminatiors at all times is my moto. Those cows though are special.

[@hazellagriculturalservices3614]

Great watching, great to show that you are not experts with cattle. I have to say a little dangerous especially when getting close to cows and calves, they are only protecting their young, much more dangerous and unpredictable than bulls. We always carry a stick just incase and we have very tame cattle. My great grandfather was killed by a bull, it is very worth learning more about animal husbandry relating to cattle to ensure accidents do not happen! Cattle are very bright as soon as you show a weakness in terms of trying to drive them out of a shed they know you are the less dominate force and then it becomes dangerous.

[@lucilamadden5235]

Love , love , love your vlog!!!!

[@MrBrownnn696]

I love how Luke cares so much about your fears haha

[@waynejones750]

Well done Julie.

[@wendygarfagnana4681]

Totally with you on the cow phobia ! I've heard SO many stories from farmers about being trampled/attacked. I won't go in a field of cows 😆

[@cynhanrahan4012]

Julie, perhaps you should do some relaxation breathing at your closest comfort level, and then gradually move closer. Not too close, you are NOT a farmer, but enough to work on that anxiety. The cattle are gorgeous, your bull is a sweetheart, and even the new mother was just being a good, protective mama.

[@kwari1120]

oh ♥️🌼How cute is the little calf 🧚🌼♥️

[@SmallWonda]

Aw, Julie what a shame - I love cattle, BUT - two words together made me scared for you: WILD & HORNS!!!!!!! Perhaps Tom can introduce you to some properly docile hornless cows to help build confidence - when I was a kid, in lieu of a horse, I had a pet cow, we'd sit under the apple trees together - an angel among bovines... Stay safe - do hope your visitors are returning now. Stay safe. Those are beautiful cattle.

[@sharong8511]

I pictured a small child relaxing with his/her pet cow in an apple orchard. How beautiful! There’s a fellow on Facebook who has a pet Highland bull called Hamish who sometimes sits down and relaxes against Hamish’s very large body. His horns are impressive!

[@karensandau7623]

No.fear Julie!!! XO K

[@tanyapowell8577]

Oh, Julie. Facing a big fear! Take a deep breath, you got this! Ummmm, those horns however.....😳😳😳😳😳

[@avalondreaming1433]

I have actually been speared by a cow horn, the cow was just trying to be friendly and didn't mean harm. However, it was VERY painful.

[@maryg.249]

We have dehorned our cattle, I’m curious as to why these aren’t? No judgment, just curious. We had a beef cow we named Zipper, it seemed to me she’d jump our 5 foot gate on a Sunday morning as we were going to church, almost EVERY Sunday. There’d our heifer be, wandering down the gravel road as if taking her Sunday stroll. We were glad when she became a freezer heifer. 😊 Julie, you are so fun. I’m guessing we’d have tons of laughs together. Love love your humor and outlook on life! Mary

[@christianoliver3572]

Oh Julie you'd do just fine here in Texas!! Happy 4th!!

[@MappertonLive]

Oh thank you!

[@thecurioustraveller7494]

I agree with you Julie , they are so big and I was too scared to pass close to cows blocking a foot path , they had no horns, So in conclusion don't beat yourself up , I'm with you on this one .

[@kimberlyhyde3040]

When I was a kid, in order for us to get to the swimming hole at my great grandma’s house, we had to cross a field with a bull. We’d spot him and work our way about half way across the field and he’d spot us every time. He come charging for us. My grandma would start banging on a pan as soon as she’d see us start to run, to distract him. Fun times, but I’m not a fan of bovines.

[@janicewebber5584]

You need to start taking care of a tiny calf, giving a bottle and such. Watch it grow & all the while you keep being familiar with it. That might help you overcome your fear.

[@Blueeyedconcubine]

This cracked me up. Their just cows. Lol your nervousness is felt by them just breath and calm down

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Big step in DIY CBT! If you keep at it regularly, your fear will subside, or get yourself a CBT -therapist and you’ll be over it in 12 sessions! Best method out there for phobias like this. Lovely cattle, and souch a wonderful landscaoe for them to roam. That’s how cattle should be kept, (and I know several who do!) living their natural wonderful lives free roaming in pasture, woodland and bathing in te lake. They really are such peacful sensitive creatures. Please relieve the bull of that horrid ring! Illegal where I live, inhumane, they have the most sensitive muzzles and he should be free to nuzzle his herd without that metal ring in the way of their intimate interactions. Please do it, his days of slavery are over. 🙏❤️

[@HydroSnips]

Cows are okay, big gentle things 90% of the time. You encounter them on country walks if the path takes you through their field, just keep an eye out before you go in for a bull or any calves, and make sure your dog is on its lead if you have a dog with you. Safe distance etc if in a field with them. I forget some people from towns & cities don’t encounter them ever.

[@AnimatedStorytime881]

I told my mum I was watching an excellent series on Mapperton...she said 'In Dorset?' Yes, I said, I would recommend it to anyone

[@suzannerodriguez8600]

Oh my goodness Julie! I Googled "what is the proper term for the fear of cattle " and, what a SHOCK! Up pops your picture! I am not lying! I laughed so hard and really thought that it was just a fluke so, I even turned off my phone, re-booted it, Googled the same question and yes, there is Julie! I hope you can overcome your fear. They, generally, are gentle beasts but you do have to be careful. What breed are these cattle please?

[@whattovisitinromania5044]

Beautiful activities! 😍🐄🐮👍

[@MappertonLive]

They are!

[@teerex893]

The cows and bull are very pretty 😁

[@teerex893]

..and the other bull is very cute.

[@greenmoss9079]

I like the cows I grew up on a agriculture farm

[@celticlass8573]

Our fears don't need to be considered rational by others, to be crippling to us. I have a fear of swimming in very deep water (for instance, you would NEVER EVER EVER find me swimming beside a boat in the deep blue in the middle of the ocean). Am I ever going to be confronted with that? Probably not. Does it still horrify me? *You bet it does!!*

[@mandocool]

The Horns! No offense, but happy 4th Julie

[@waynejones750]

Poor Julie, it’s a real fear.

[@EVALLOYD]

An irrational fear of cattle/cows is called bovinophobia. I don't suffer from it but nonetheless whenever I crossed a field were cows were grazing, I made sure to keep a safe distance between them and me!! You never know. I read a comment where the person wrote that they were terrified of chickens, there is a word for that too, a bit complicated, and that's alektorophobia, from ancient Greek aléktōr which means rooster.

[@555pghbob]

So, what is SO irrational about Julie's fear?? I don't think the other folks were much better, actually!

[@suerobinson844]

Congrats, you did good. 🐮🐂 I have a real fear of chickens and won't go near them.

[@AvaT42]

I wish they had gotten Julie on camera when she was with the cows

[@MrAbzu]

Aimless, Graceless, Feckless and Pointless, cow names from the book Cold Comfort Farm might make them less scary.

[@annesmith7548]

My mother would do something rude to my uncle when they were kids. She knew he was terrified of chickens, so in order to protect herself from retaliation, she would simply carry a hen around all day. Carrying a chicken around for hours seems worse than getting punched in the arm, but I guess she thought it was worth it.

[@sserptoh]

This is hilarious - they’re the most harmless animals ever. It’s like being afraid of a big walking duvet! I’m with Tom in how he laughs at you! Sorry.

[@lyndarichardson4744]

This video is so funny 🙂

[@Sibes3]

I've been chased by more hooved animals (cows/bulls) than I ever had a bear or cougar. ha ha I don't trust them either!

[@Lantanana]

Cows scare me too, cos they are so big! I would love to pet that baby tho!

[@trojanette8345]

Wait a minute..... did we lose a frame? How'd Julie get back to the front of the fence where Luke was standing? No one saw her walk around the side of the trailers? How'd she do that?

[@nancyjeanisnj]

Mote cows grazing footage, please 🙂

[@bernadettecrawford3656]

Face your fear x

[@jaimejewell9686]

awe your poor son!

[@ham4858]

bulls will tackle u with a passion if u get in zone

[@Digeroo123]

I am fine about cows, though those horns are rather scary. I have a real fear of horses, on bit me on the leg. So I think you are very brave to get so close to something you are afraid of, I certainly like a nice sturdy gate between me and a horse. Why the shading out the bull's plumbing?

[@Fifers55]

I'm afraid of cows also

[@janebaker966]

I don't think fear of cows is at all irrational. I think fear of a lot of things is essential to our survival. Those are lovely cows, those White Park,I see them on TV on Countryfile but I wouldn't go near them. My personal theory is that modern black and white dairy cows are now VERY dangerous because they are so highly bred,they are very nervous. I nearly got trampled on by a herd of cows 30 years ago when I blithely walked through their field thinking cows were placid like in the old days. I was saved by a gang of older Boy Scouts turning up who distracted the cows. Since then I will never walk near cows. Having said that I once had to walk through a New Forest Vale full of big shaggy Highland cattle with horns and it was fine,they really were placid and ignored me.

[@MP-xf6gq]

Does anyone know who the blond kid is? Julies son????

[@MappertonLive]

Yes, he's their 14 year old son, Nestor.

[@MP-xf6gq]

@@MappertonLive Thanks. Still learning who's who on this new channel. ;-0

[@trickyricky2903]

You missed some of the best episodes!

[@liselottenormannsrensen7867]

Julie, you need to get your own petcalf, a cute little one you have to bottlefeed, kiss and love❤ This way you will get used to cows🙏

[@smurph4959]

I have a memory of my Nanna leading a bull across the yard while I hid behind the wheel of a tractor 🙈

[@ham4858]

many bulls will not fly peacefully

[@bursty2464]

Pet the cow.