I Bought a New Milk Cow & Her Gigantic Calf

Our new family milk cow arrives with a steer calf in-tow from Our Father's Farm. We have to see if she will fit into our system of husbandry and if our boss cow - Flossy - will accept the new arrival.
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[@patriciagray756]

Justin please have the boys shore their fort.....my nephew died in this situation with 2 of his friends....his brother was the only one that got out alive....please....I don't mean to be a pooper,......just love you and your family

[@christinedehn3257]

Keeping new livestock in quarantine for a week is just good practice. I was supprised you put the cows together immediately.

[@mrsparrish10]

I caught that too honestly if you're going through quarantine personally I think it needs to be at minimum 30 days

[@theadeyemis]

It is a good practice. Can that apply to other animals? We raise rabbit meat.

[@thechickenproject4273]

@@theadeyemis It applies to all animals. Especially Rabbits i find they can be very susceptible to disease👍

[@cherylanderson3340]

I used to keep freshwater fish & had a small tank for holding new fish before putting them into the larger tanks. I'd clean the big tank & do a partial water change as usual. The small tank was kept empty & clean. Then in a few days,if buying a few new fish, I could use some fish tank water plus mostly fresh, treated water in the small tank & let that mature a bit, when ready to get new fish. I'd add some aquarium salt to both of the tanks as a treatment to disinfect the water & serve as a tonic for the fish - both old & incoming. It helps oxygenate the fresh water too, as I recall, which helps mitigate stress & their abilities to better deal with changes in their care or environment. Then, ideally, the new fish can be observed for a couple weeks or months. I did break my rules & introduced a big Oranda goldfish right away so he'd have a bigger tank & wouldn't be alone. I didn't realize it had swim bladder disease. It died & the other Orandas developed swim bladder disease & also died. No doubt the guys who sold us that sick fish knew why he was having trouble swimming, but chose to not tell us. It was such a lovable fish though. My daughter wanted it for a birthday present so I bought it to make her happy. He was a bit expensive, being a larger fish. Then I'd had to buy costly meds, but it only helped marginally, & it only lived for a few months. The others I'd had for years soon followed. It pays to be cautious when introducing new pets - especially fish.

[@carynmartin6053]

Not with chickens

[@leeannehargrove2700]

I’m glad Phylis went to a new home instead of freezer camp. I loved watching her interact with the boys over the years.

[@jessicah7247]

Freezer camp, lol. Our Wyoming Life watcher? 🤣❤️

[@julienimocks4661]

Ha ha we use that term as well.

[@lizpetruzzi7700]

Love seeing kids be kids…working, playing, building, exploring. So much better than electronic sedation. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@christinemackenzie1554]

When I'm looking for a good, strong leather collar, I head to the thrift store and go through the belts. Look for the real leather ones (not sewn together) and trim to length and put new holes in. There's narrower ones in the ladies section and wider ones in the men's. My dog has a Ralph Lauren collar. Good prices too

[@katemiller5990]

What a clever idea!

[@chelledegrasse2787]

I think it's funny you were looking for livestock collars in a pet store! You might want to try something like Tractor Supply.

[@sharoncochran8508]

I especially enjoyed seeing the chidlers today. Jonah seemed really upbeat. Gideon has grown up like crazy this year. Lily is such an amazing little girl in amongst all those brothers. Josiah looks so much like my grandson, Hudson who loves working in his grandma's garden. Henry is always star of the show! They are all such good workers and incredibly cute! You are indeed blessed! 🌻

[@teresamariner4238]

And very intelligent and creative!!

[@Mindy56743]

The new calve should be named Houdini because it keeps getting our. Lol

[@teresamariner4238]

Good idea!! Very fitting!!

[@zeldalefay]

I dont like naming using the problem.. & do the opposite, with dogs at least.

[@Mindy56743]

@@zeldalefay I have never named a dog because of a problem. I just thought it was funny

[@Beps128]

MOO!! I absolutely love it!!

[@jervisneita1736]

longer uploads are way better, thank you for the work you put into these videos.

[@dr.rev.lindabingham]

Blessings to all!

[@LovelleKing]

Let's check out this new cow!!

[@TheBanjoman]

In the military, we dug fox holes and that center mound looks like a machine gun mount for an M-60 or 50 cal. in boys fort. I'm getting a 4 wheeler next week. I cried when you gave away Phylis, been watching you since the bus.

[@Avocadomushroom]

14:40 super cool boys

[@leonieamouranda5251]

Loving the longer uploads. Loving seeing the family. And love the names Honey and Moo. ❤️❤️❤️ Dream life right there.

[@terronjames635]

18:19 was hilarious😂😂

[@simoneconsciousobserver3105]

Rebekah from where I stand you high tunnel garden is incredible. There is only so much day light in a day and as long as things are growing, the esthetics are not so important.

[@rebeccamunoz4596]

Ya did the shimmy shake that's hot wire😂🤣 sorry I'm laughing, but been there done that🙄~CONGRATS on new cows ~🤗👍❤

[@bnelson2180]

You should have tried Tractor Supply

[@DeanDflips]

Makes my day when I see you post Rhodes fam!

[@rbrack54]

I like Roma tomatoes as well. As a matter of fact I plant more determinate tomatoes than indeterminate. They are less work as you never need to cut off suckers, the more, the more fruit. The trick is to plant them in stages so one takes over for the other when it is done. As determinate tomatoes bloom quick with tons of fruit then dies. Is the knew milk cow a Jersey? We had one when I was a kid. One of the most reliable milk cows ever! 👍

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

If the boys keep digging you could have a nice root cellar!

[@therindels1680]

We raised 4 sons. They built a “ bunker” in a tree grove. They invited me in and it was awesome. They are all adults now and their freedom to do creative things have made them super successful .

[@janenichols3880]

Love the sound of nature, too! It doesn’t get better than that! Blessings!

[@marielg9143]

What a beautiful new cow she's so lovely

[@kellygreen8255]

Y’all! These kids are the bomb! Jonah is my hero!

[@teresamariner4238]

Always enjoy and learn from your videos, Justin. Love your children. Each is so unique and has their own skills and areas they enjoy. Also like how you give them ownership and responsibility over certain areas and animal groups. Your older boys work well both individually and together and always seem to watch over and include the younger children. The fact that they all learn the farm routines for each animal group, plus homeschooling, plus spend time on their own being inventive and creative with less time on electronics except for research abd some evening fun shows just how complex and complete their overall education is. They are blessed with the best of all world's!! They are and are becoming educated, capable, talented, confident young adults . Well done parents!!! Great fort they are building!!

[@breeannabush869]

How did he break his foot? This was so satisfying watching your longer video. Thank you

[@elainejohnson6866]

Wow she is very pretty! Love her name! Glad she fit in so well!💜💜

[@mandylynn5278]

Those boys need to make a spring house.

[@ardianblakaj]

Cows won't be fighting for very long they will know very quickly who is higher in the row

[@THardy.]

Loving the new, longer videos with a static camera. I have watched you for years. You mentioned your viewership had decreased. During that time I felt you were distracted and fragmented and the videos were a bit chaotic. The last few videos are much improved. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@KristopherNexus]

I miss these long vlogs and being invited to see more of your life. I know you guys have other business endeavors and growing kids but I thank you guys for still being willing to share with us here on KZbin.

[@judithsmith9319]

Justin and Rebecca I love the extra long episodes I work while I watch and listen get lots of things done cuz I can concentrate by listening to you tell what's going on

[@marybethsmarvellouslife4490]

Welcome to Honey and her baby! 😊😊

[@pamelacrowell2007]

Your boys! They have lots of ideas and it's great to see you consult with them and let them try their ideas,!😍😍

[@bryanmaine]

Next winter project plan: Find some slope on the road and start planning the next house. Great Airbnb for overnights on your courses. Great video content and use of non pasturable space. Gonna need a few more houses in 15-20 anyway ;)

[@secretgardenhomestead3251]

Have you guys ever watched the series 'Alone' where people try to survive in the wild... amazing show.. some amazing shelters people build on it! Great job boys! Beautiful new cow xxxx

[@karionhawkins3091]

So happy for your family and the new milk cow!

[@pattyrobertson3886]

I am in awe of your grass! Living in western South Dakota, we just don't have the lushness : )

[@belieftransformation]

Great progress; thanks for sharing the whole family! Many blessings to your family 🤗❤️🇨🇦

[@janelleb8274]

Honey is such a pretty cow. So glad you go the work on the house done so you can get your yard back. I am excited to see what's next!!

[@holyfarms]

I am very happy to see your channel. really inspires me to build family happiness close to nature 👍

[@janiceferguson1400]

Nature, what a beautiful, peaceful sound.

[@mijitaarmijo2490]

That looked like a good shock!!!! Lol, because I got a good one recently just like that..

[@jimysk8er]

With the farm expanding like it has, it would be nice to see a quick edit of where you are on the property. Something like a circle over an aerial shot of the property. I almost never know what hill you're on especially with everything becoming sylvo pasture.

[@reneequalls5878]

Super cool fort!! Reminds of being a kid. Those are the memories that really stick. You are giving them such a great gift growing up the way they are.

[@kandiwooldridge8219]

We used to use leather belts for calf collars because they are cheaper and fit better...

[@barbaramix1683]

Your boys are so cute. I love their personalities. Honey is pretty.

[@elizabethharttley4073]

Wow I'm shocked you didn't isolate that cow/calf. Your wife did with her sheep. Beware there's some rain coming from that storm in the Atlanta, unless it turns.

[@imaredhead1]

I’m glad you got the wire off the mower but PLEASE use more caution, especially as kids watch. The blade could have tension that springs & causes injury, had the wire been wrapped differently. I nearly had a heart attack!! 😮 I just mention, as we are all learning together here.

[@michaelray5660]

My most rembered moment with a electric fence was the time we was traveling at night and I had to pee, we stopped and I stood by the Clift side and went , it was dark and I didn't see the fence below. All I can say is once the pee hit that fence that was ( game over ) you can't stop and the PAIN. That was 60 years ago and I still rember the pain like it was yousterday.

[@quinnfischer9624]

i used to watch your videos everyday but the past year or so i haven't been able too and i missed yall! but im back and tring to catch up! l missed so much!

[@camicri4263]

Fun packed day! Honey is pretty cow! Nice spot for a house up there in the woods!🤗🤗🤗

[@sherrysimpson4966]

Justin, you are officially cattleman! Honey is beautiful. You & Rebecca make beautiful children. Henry is such a joy. Lily is tough as nails. Don't let her dresses fool you. lol I love your family!💕Blessings💕

[@ruffneckranch]

Absolutely love the sound of the creek. I think that would be a perfect spot for a future home. Also, absolutely loving the longer videos. I hope you continue with them. Welcome to the homestead, honey!

[@shawnupdegraff8138]

I am so so so so sorry but 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂! I really got a chuckle when you got zapped! Glad you ok but man was it funny. Also, I often think of when you worked through your physical battle to where you are now and it’s a blessing to know that those days are gone God willing! Thank you all for all you do!

[@JoeDuckMan]

Love watching everyday!

[@suzannepoffel2160]

Yes u got it!

[@sylviatee4865]

Yay! You had a real ending! Thank you!!!!

[@indianacryptid6020]

What a busy video 👋❤️🤍💙🙏

[@susandowdy9446]

Absolutely love your channel

[@oldbear6813]

That Fort is Awesome! And that shock will get your heart going 😆

[@shephusted2714]

think about moving to beefalo - low maintenance

[@ilzitek2419]

I loved it. Your family is great. Thank you.

[@johnnypesto8441]

🤔 we need to set up a polling counter for the beauty mark

[@emseashell]

Put it where you found it! If we all did that, everything would be neat and tidy

[@thomassmith5546]

Glad to see you I’m not the only one they get shocked with electric fence!

[@JLBellwriter]

Clear!

[@jillstutz4191]

From one mom to another, your kids are great. And so cute. Digging out a giant hole in a mountain has got to be the best. We made a tumble weed for once. It was a little pokey. Lol.

[@lindadeemer3386]

I was hoping to see Marty McFly

[@jillyd2807]

😃 So enjoyed that!! 👏👏👏

[@lmnoqrst4067]

What happened to the orphan calf that they grafted to Flossy ????

[@karenmoeller8089]

Rebecca....fit farmer has a video of using a fly trap to catch millions of flies!!! Have to keep it hanging low to the ground is the key. They did the video RECENTLY...look for a thumb video picture.... green column shape netting with flies inside and the fit farmer's wife has a funny scrunched up face expression....lol!!!

[@MrsPink64]

I grow lots of romas too. I do have lots of types of tomatoes, but the romas rule.

[@haitammimoun9932]

That was sooo fun

[@LaidBackHomesteader]

Lovely looking cow. I hope first milking I'd a success for you guys. If not you could buy a delorean and change that 👍

[@Miguel195211]

Yes!

[@BRADASSOFFGRIDHOMESTEAD]

Leatherman just needs some Kroil (I seen rust) - You do have Kroil right? Should be on every Homestead.

[@amysonger2703]

“My secret tools” “I know where that is” I understand this to my core. 😅

[@stormagorist6129]

When I was a very young child we had a "cow" named Moo.. that is a fine name

[@scottcanshowyou]

Did you give an update of what the situation is with your foundation? That would be interesting to know what they did to fix it.

[@jeanettefoster4051]

Maybe use belts for collars?

[@danielafurlan322]

Should go to the Tractor supplie, they got leather colars, and horse brushes.

[@theJustinRhodesShow]

Good to know

[@martyworthington2688]

HEY YALL JUSTIN, WHY USE LEATHER BELTS, MAYBE THAT WOULD WORK

[@beckisublett7287]

Cool fort guys!

[@fentazifarms9286]

I have a bottle calf about the same size, his name is Mr. Moo too😂

[@giancolabird]

Justin, I just watched your Back to Eden episode with Paul. Question: how do we find wood chips without chemicals. My local person stated she has no idea where the chips come from, variety of locations, and cannot guarantee it will not kill the garden. Thank you

[@mmegraham]

Ha! We just had a DeLorean in our neighborhood, on our street! Maybe someone's touring the country.

[@jennifercapps3232]

Ong I loved milking my grandpa’s cow! I love the warm milk before chilled! Fresh eggs and bacon and beef from his cows.

[@butterflySmiles2]

I really in courage you to start I mean you're in your 40s, even though you don't think it now but life has a has a way of making curves you did not expect, cuz time goes so quick. Even though you do all that you can to be healthy there are still the genetics that you cannot outdo. So I'm really really encourage you to start on your dream home. One thing you can do is cut your tree that you want to use because they take a year to dry at least depending on the type of tree you have. And then I know you don't have to buy expensive wood. What can't wait till next video.

[@schizogardener]

love it

[@viviansmith1443]

Moo is good.

[@dulciemargaretcolton145]

Lovely to watch and listen to you on ur daily duties. We love The new cow shes lovely. Rebecca, how do you get ur Tomato plants to grow so tall. I have a 6'x8' greenhouse with 3plants in and they never grow higher than 4 feet tall. Yours are amazing. My variety is Money Maker and Gardeners Delight.

[@pleinaire8698]

where's your kubata?? haven't seen it for quite a while.

[@thinksmallproductions1280]

WELCOME Honey. BTW @justinrhodes much prefer this format & length of vlog 😊

[@loricreech5944]

next build a hyperdadobe ya know with bags...

[@diannaclarke2758]

I was thinking buffalo and wings

[@sebtaylor8328]

How big is the area that the cows are kept? What is the recommendation on the size for two cows, if moved daily?

[@underthetornado]

Cool...😎🏜❤