I Didn't Want To...But I Had to Sell Him.

[@Garyhu408]

I feel your daughter will be a great leader in the Bison World. Teach them young and they will be great leaders of the future of your bison operation. I am so proud of you growing your operations with your new ranch property. Good Job.

[@pamelahouser3487]

You made the right choice by selling this bull and the cow…Big Joe and Dunbar are your precious duo for your herd. You are really setting up your property for your needs. Brooks is so cute…she is adorable! I like how she adapts to the bison and the surroundings. Good luck throughout the coming year at moving forward and improving the land with the bison.💕👏🏻👍🏻🙋🏼‍♀️

[@theoneandonlypenguin4418]

Glad you will have his offspring cause he is a good looking bull, but between him and Big Joe, Big Joe wins hands down. Just keep working and you will achieve what you want. Thanks for sharing your farm with us. Happy New Years to you and your family. May you and yours be blessed in 2022. Prayers Love and Peace

[@lucasm8602]

I hope this bison will be fine, and about Big Joe, i don't know, this bison bull looks really big, with a big head and sharp horns.

[@annettebolec6940]

Love my Big Joe and Dunbar is the playful one

[@elenaluna6809]

99999

[@martineinfrance]

You did what you thought was the right thing to do👍 3 bulls would maybe have required more space and more females to avoid conflicts. Brooks is so sweet😍

[@kellystenson7800]

I am amazed at the amount of time you must be spending between both ranches - managing herds and repairs, and who knows what else. Impressive for sure, along with being a super dad. Wishing y'all the best in the new year.

[@plf1of6]

I am sorry, he had to go to someone else's place. I understand the why. I hope we will see him again. He is just so beautiful to look at. I watched for him in all of your videos. It would be wonderful if his new owners could start a you tube channel, like you did, so we could follow along with him too. I would like for you to know how much I appreciate what you and your team, all of them, do for this beautiful creature. Never in my life did I expect to be able to witness what you share with us about this majestic animal. Thank you, for this adventure you are taking us on. ❤🦬

[@gracefarm394]

Glad you found a new home for them with a new rancher. I am sure they will be a good start for him. You know whats best to sustain your ranch. Have a lovely new year!

[@ReleaseTheQuackers]

He is a handsome bull, but you will reap the rewards of his genetics with the calves! I look forward to seeing Dunbar and Big Joe's genetics mixed with the bull in the future!

[@annettebolec6940]

Me too. Some beautiful Bison I bet

[@colliecoform4854]

Hope you and the family have a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year! Make sure Dunbar doesn't overdo with holiday partying and decide to redecorate and rearrange his pasture!

[@organlady1]

Brooks is so sweet in her Eleanor shirt. Dusty, you are a special dad to tote her around while working on the ranches. God bless you, Marissa and Brooks as you venture out on your new BIG ranch. May the new year bring happiness, blessings and prosperity to your family. God bless you!

[@lindabyrd7043]

Love your videos and seeing you beautiful daughter grow. My daughter is now 51 but seeing Brooks takes me back to her childhood. Thank you for sharing.

[@edmartin875]

I was just thinking the same thing. My daughter is 50. I first met her when she was 15 months old. I was sitting on the couch talking with her uncle, she came into the room and made a beeline for me and climbed up into my lap. I fell in love.

[@GaHullbillyRanch]

Dusty I saw your online ad for the two bison bulls at the new place. Congratulations

[@jackies5481]

That bull was gorgeous -- those folks are starting out well with their herd! I can totally see Big Joe's disapproval in my mind. It wouldn't be pretty. I love the Eleanor shirt on Brooks! It's great to see her out with you and the bison so much. Right now she probably thinks all kids have bison and doesn't realize what a fantastic thing she has before her eyes.

[@cherylpresleigh6403]

You have definitely been busy behind the scenes and it sure is fun seeing the wonderful advancements your making for your ranch. You’ve been blessed with a beautiful family and things are looking very good on the bison front. Happy New Year to you and your family. God Bless you in 2022.

[@dcricket1]

Brooks reminds me so much of our great niece at that age. All that banging doesn’t even phase her. Our niece and her husband had box seats at the hockey games. Those hockey players would hit that plexiglas right in front of our seats. I had her standing up on the little ledge to place your drinks on. Bam, boom, crash and drinks and popcorn going everywhere. The only person or thing that didn’t spill or jump was our great niece. She was so accustomed to it with her ear protectors she never looked up or even jerked! I almost jumped over the concrete rail a couple of times! The players loved her. They’d stop and wave after a hit and she’d laugh and wave back. She got lots of team and individual t-shirts sent to the box. She also got a ride on the Zamboni. Amazing what kids that age can adapt to! I too am sorry you had to let that beautiful male Bison go but there was no option. I pray he does well at his new home and isn’t too much to handle. Things are looking great Dusty!!

[@brendafaithlanelane7914]

Brooks getting so much bigger. Love you all. Her shirt is so precious. Eleanor is so cute too.

[@deni9626]

Eleanor is going to grow up to be the best little Bison Rancher, she is precious!!

[@mariayelruh]

Just adding the info about when this was filmed is great. It puts it all in context, while telling the story of your ranch's development and changes. Likely you filmed a lot during this time and telling the story through your videos is easier looking back.

[@kimfrommn7162]

Little Brooks is so neat!! She doesn't show any fear being around those big animals!! She is soooo cute besides!! I enjoy seeing her in your videos!! Along with Marissa!! I wish you guys the Best for year 2022. You deserve it!! 🤗❤️🙏🏼🎄

[@wendyh3891]

I’m sighing in relief. I thought you had sold Dunbar! Yay they still with you. Good luck Dusty. Love from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@karensweet6530]

He's a really good looking Bison Bull...One of the prettiest I've ever seen! Glad you have his babies! Good Luck Dusty! God Bless. 🙏🙏💖💙🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@katie-didellis2437]

Love Brooks hair. When my Granddaughter wore her hair like that, we call her Sprout. 🥰😊

[@deebenson135]

He was a magnificent beast. Too bad he had to go but you know what's best for your ranch. Brooks sure is growing. Many blessings to you and your family and Happy New Year

[@ingeborgm6147]

What a pity, Dusty. I can not lie about this, but he is the most magnificent bison of all of them. He would have been a great breeder bull! I can see on other comments I am not the only one who realized that, they only were more selective with their words. This bull was one of the most gorgeous bison kept on a ranch I have ever seen. You're the boss though ... :)

[@wykeishacraft6820]

Hi to Cross Timber Bison and all others too. These are some handsome bison, Dusty you been a great caretaker all year round i love watching it. Great to show others the experience of how you can raise and do things for bison. Thanks to you and your lovely family for these wonderful videos. Hugs and prayers to everyone. Stay Safe.

[@gayle4804]

Oh my stars how that baby is growing, sad that you had to get rid of that other bull but it's gonna be wonderful you're gonna have Big Joe over in the new one And Dunbar at home!

[@johnharms6178]

@@nayla9353 >John 3.16

[@dianacox2293]

Good job Dusty. I thought oh no not the calf too. It was a bull, cow & yearling heifer you sold. I knew you were contemplating Selling the bull. You got Big Joe coming over & Dunbar at home base camp. You done good. Love Brooks shirt with Eleanor on it. So cute!!! I wish the best of luck to you all I the new year. Hope all continues to move along as it should you deserve it Dusty. Happy new year to you and all your family.

[@reneeziayadonovan1282]

Brookie is so cute! Daddy's little girl! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family!! 🎅🎉

[@godsgreenacreshomestead708]

It's really coming along very nicely on the ranch! Proud of you and Kevin and all your hard work to get this ranch going. Blessings, Texas Deb ❤️ Almost forgot to say hello to the Eleanor fan club member! Hi Brooks! 😊

[@JustOneSue]

You have to do what's right for you and the other bison. Good luck!👍👍

[@lazygardens]

When my dad was a small boy, he watched the first attempt to ship bison from the bison range in Montana. They had reinforced cattle cars, and a small herd in a corral. The lead bull charged up the ramp, lowered his head, hit the side of the cattle car and kept going out the other side, followed by the rest of the herd ... right back to the range.

[@pugz910]

Dusty, Brooks tee-shirt. My heart melted.. Eleanore ...

[@karenladwig3856]

Cute little shirt for Brooke! She shows no fear of the large animals.

[@pattylcravatta]

Oh! Big Joe and Dunbar are the Best! Love both Big Joe and Dunbar!

[@lindabyrd7043]

For some reason fb will never let me comment on videos. They are always positive. My one comment was try some soothing music when you work the bison. My other was l Love how you are so kind to Eleanor. I was an Eleanor when l was a kid and it is great how you treat her so good.

[@LabRat14]

Your daughter is so cute. It's really nice you are exposing her to the ranch this young! She'll grow up to appreciate the it❤️

[@mpedmar9701]

It was nice that you were able to help another Person start a Bison Ranch, Dusty. The extra males have to go somewhere, having too much testosterone on one Ranch is looking for trouble. Looking forward to seeing the Bison enjoying their new paddock and pasture as you bring them over. What size clothes is Brooks wearing now? Thanks for sharing this journey with us. Stay happy, healthy, hydrated and safe. May God continue to bless you,your family and your adventures.

[@dwaynecompton7585]

I like how you bring your little girl to work so she will grow up with them from a early age. Start them young

[@jfk64kennedy95]

as you probably know, creating a good bloodline and taking the spring's bull calves and selling to other farmer's, a good income. Don't be bummed about selling, be proud your ranch starting to return some income. Congrats

[@cherylphillips9107]

Too bad you couldn't keep him. He is beautiful. Loved the light colored, mantle, is that what it's called. Glad you will have some of his offspring. Good luck to his new owners.

[@vmorganbogart]

I thought, maybe, you were selling Lumpy. I sure was hoping it wasn’t Dunbar or Big Joe. It looks like that guy is getting a good start on a Bison herd. Brookes has grown so much. You can tell how much she loves her Daddy. I think her Daddy loves her.....just a little. 😘 Things are looking good on the new ranch! Keep up the great work. Stay safe & healthy. Blessings, Love & Hugs from Vicki in Ft. Worth, Texas 🇺🇸👍❤️🥰🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@susanmacatangay4209]

It's always sad to hear "I didn't need him" and then just sell him off. I trust your judgment, though. You are such a wonderful person and fantastic rancher. Love watching your videos.

[@hiker4life4020]

That was a beautiful bull but you have to make choices as to best way to grow your ranch. The rancher from Texas gets a good start for his. Everyone wins

[@donnakeeton4967]

O thank goodness I'm so proud you save big Jordan and the other Dunbar I love themboth

[@donnaelkins186]

Brooks is so precious. Great video Dusty. Things are moving right along for you. I know you wish you could keep them all but business is business.God bless

[@arthenry498]

That little lady is an absolute treasure. Makes ME feel good to see you treat her as such too. You are making connections and memories that will warm your heart, make your eyes water, and your throat close off with pride and love. Gotta be THE best feeling in the world. Keep at it!! You are banking happiness. I did get one chortle there. When the bison were all headed down the chutes and suddenly turned around and went back. You were right there IN the chute and you just "let" em pass!! LOL Personally, "I" would have been two counties away if those monsters came at me that fast!! I really enjoy watching all you do. I feel you really care about and cherish your animals. That is wonderful.. I wish you ALL (family AND bison) the best of luck and health in your endeavors.. Thanks again for letting me enjoy this. (from a safe distance)

[@rhondabritt972]

Baby Brooks is si adorable.He was a good looking bull. Big Joe had him beat. DUNBAR is my favorite. Hope ya'll have a bless day. Love you guys. HAPPY YEAR EVERYONE. Besafe out there.

[@Alaska2446]

I lost my father at 18, but you and Brooke remind me of how I grew up going to the barn and horse races with my father while he worked since I was born, I would sit in a baby car seat on the bins, then be standing round just like Brooke while he did his chores lol Memories I'll never forget! Either will Brooke as she grows, with you ;)

[@baskervillebee6097]

Big Joe and Dunbar are better tempered than Pretty Bull. Temperament is important for the future.

[@sheilaturpin6365]

She's such a beautiful baby, and you're a wonderful daddy...❤️

[@samanthadillard2853]

He was a big beautiful bull! But I agree with you with Joe and Dunbar you really don't need another one do you, especially not one with the kind of personality that he had. Your babies are kind of nice and he was not nice.

[@amilynnstapay796]

The toughest decisions are those we know we have to do, but would rather not. Looking forward to more amazing and educational videos from you and your beautiful animals. Peace on your doorstep!

[@judithveley2790]

Awww…that’s so cute 🥰 Brooks had an Eleanor shirt on.

[@victoryfirst2878]

I totally understand when one has to sell his bull. Out of control animals are just a pain in the backside. Good luck with your start fella.

[@deni9626]

Big Joe will be happy. The bull will be happy to have a new place. He came from Texas, and now goes back. At least the weather will be familiar. He was really pretty though, you probably have some babies from him coming wouldn't you think?

[@CrossTimbersBison]

Yes! Should have some of his offspring

[@philsmock4943]

What little I know about bison...that did look like a good looking bull. But you already have a couple of great bulls now. Should be a nice addition to the guy you sold him to ranch. Thanks for sharing.

[@georgespruce6028]

I only watch Cross Timber Bison now have watched others But Dusty you make the video,s so much more better and i love your bison Eleanor Dunbar & the power of Big Joe. I also love your other bison but something about those 3. Thank You Dusty be carefull when you keep doing things alone. You keep saying i should not do this on my own. I am aware you know your animals but these video,s are because of you. And the enjoyment you give too so many is fantastic.

[@CrossTimbersBison]

Thank you so much 😀 Thank you for sharing the positive feedback...love hearing that!

[@debbiew.7094]

You're right Dusty he was a good looking bull! I'm glad Big Joe is going to be there though!

[@karenmcpeak1303]

He was a pretty boy, but you are right, can't keep them all. You have keep more good cows and work toward the herd's genetic strength and future. 😊

[@rickfortine7454]

THAT WAS SO CUTE AT THE END ... THE LITTLE ONE IS ALL ABOUT .... GIMME MY BINKY BACK LOLOL

[@ewaldlange9147]

How can you sell such dear old friends ? Listen to this lovely ear-catching song ! 🤩🤗 Greetings """ i do not want to set the world on fire ......!""

[@MARSHAO1946]

Brooke is adorable. Daddy’s girl. 💕 So glad things working out for new ranch. Yea for Big Joe! Happy New Year. 🎊🎆

[@bisondalen9961]

I’m surprised your gates and fencing aren’t mangled up. We had guardrail corrals that were 8’ high where we sorted and worked the animals into a squeeze chute. If the bison could see through a gap in the corral, they would try to climb through the smallest opening. I had a mature cow jump over a 7’ high fence that I was behind. I’ll never forget looking up at her hairy belly as she soared over me. Then the fear I felt realizing I had no protection if she decided to turn and charge at me. These wild natured creatures deserve a lot of respect and you should never fully trust them. I have broken my thumb giving vaccinations to the calves, been knocked down and my head stepped on by a yearling, my husband was tossed 10’ by a 2 year old bull that needed vet attention, and a few other scary moments. They handle very differently than cattle. They get very stressed out in the process and express it by panicky behavior. So give them an exit that you want them to take and patiently wait for them to think about it without rushing them into a panic. Stay safe.

[@yvonneadams5377]

I think it's sorta funny, that big guy looks down the alley way and says nope and turns around, he got his mind changed later

[@Bren8748]

Nice trailering! I dont know how you are getting the time to take care of 2 ranches, hopefully you will get the others over to the new one? Brooks is so cute, already in supervisor mode 🥰 Thanks for sharing your stories. 💞

[@stevendavid5370]

This video was done some time ago, as Big Joe was already moved to the new property. I like the idea that you sold the Bull to someone who is starting a Bison business. Hope they know what they are doing. I sure hate to see him hurt in any way. But Big Joe and Dunbar wins hands down if you can only have two bulls. How is Lumpy? Haven't seen any updates on him. You also had issues going with Popcorn's mother, How is she doing? And the others from the Texas 16 that needed your immediate attention. How are they?

[@SbrGrendel65]

Dusty that Bull was beautiful, I know that was hard to let him go. But you did what was best for your operation.

[@traciek3946]

I must admit he was a nice looks iNg bull Brookes is growing up way to fast guys she loves her daddy, Love seeing her out there helping, Love you guys HERVEY BAY QUEENSLAND AUSTRALIA

[@flvtist]

There's a large dirt spot on your lens. I thought it was my computer screen and I tried to wipe it away then realized it wasn't my computer. After I stopped the video and moved to a different screen the spot went away. Hope you're able to fix that for future videos. I enjoy seeing these magnificent creatures in your videos (though this is only the 2nd one I've seen so far). :)

[@Huntnlady7]

Very good move. You now have 8 more females; good brood stock. Good genetics is always the firm foundation of any breeding program. Best wishes for the New Year and I'll continue to watch the work and progress.

[@paulajohnson5256]

That was a handsome bull. But I understand why you got rid of him. Big Joe and Dunbar beat him out hands down. Ut you will have offspring Happy New Year.

[@lifeofamomadventures771]

Hello Dusty, Family, Ranch Hands, & Bison. Merry Post Christmas!! Wow, y'all have been busy. You sound like you're feeling better finally. I think I'm getting sick now. Ugh. Lol. Oh well, I'll get through it soon enough.

[@leann4925]

Happy New Year to you and your family. Looking forward to Cross Timbers Bison 2022. Brooks is so precious. Sometimes you have to make hard decisions. Thank you and God Bless.

[@jazellegirl1046]

I would have kept Big Joe, he was not only beautiful he had a lot of personality. He was an asset to your farm and fun to see.

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Dusty Brookes is such a beautiful little girl....WOW....Lucky you🥰😇.....Thanks very much....🦬🦬 👀👍

[@RebekahTOUCHEDBYYARN]

Thank you for sharing the video of this bull leaving and the female bison and that yearly

[@eloiseconley7884]

Enjoy you farm notices. But. Brook needs her hood on in that wind. Prevent ear aches. A grandmothers always one

[@janzebuski3559]

He really is a good looking bull but I guess it's just part of the hard decisions you have to make to grow your own herd. And, it seems like you're doing a mighty fine job of it!!!👍👍 You've made a lot of changes and have seen a lot of progress this past year!!! Congratulations! You and your family deserve to celebrate a very happy New Year!!! Lots to look forward to! 🎉🎉🎉🦬

[@olberarosa2346]

O dusty your daughter is so adorable she is GROWING up fast may you and your family have a WONDERFUL new year ROSA OLBERA

[@lindawhite2581]

Brooks is so cute with her pony-tail and Elenor shirt 🎀 💟💓💝. I hope Big Joe is happy with his new family 💙❄

[@cityvibegirl]

He still has Big Joe

[@lindawhite2581]

@@cityvibegirl Yes I know. That's what I meant. He left his family at the main ranch. Now he's with the Texas 16 💙❄

[@oldladyfish]

I grew up in Houston Texas up until 2010 I use to love going to the park and looking at the Buffalo in the park. I remember the big bull they had there. I think they called him Thunka or Tunka. He was awesome I use to talk to him. I love the soul capturing eyes of the big males and the sweet shy eyes of the females. They sold the buffalo and the park seems so dead now. I often wonder who got them and how are they doing. I hope they are some where on an large open range sanctuary where they will just live their lives out in peace.

[@lifeoflucretia]

Hello NEWEST FRIENDS! I saw "BIG JOE" on another channel and was told to jump over here! 😳 OH MY GOSH Joe is MONSTEROUS! QUESTION: Have u ever had a bull bigger than him. LUCRETIA

[@eileencarroll6418]

Wel done. Your ranch is growing almost as fast as your daughter. Can really see the importance of temperament in Dunbar and Big Joe. The Bison you sold are beautiful; hope you got good ROI. Can't wait to see video of BIG JOE IN THE SNOW. Love to see the Bison run and enjoy themselves. Can't wait to see what they get up to in the pond and creek. I don't think those hogs are going to be around once the Bison get in there and start wallering. If he's not too private, would love a video interview with Kevin to get to know about his history, the land's history and how he got interested in Bison. You're doing great.

[@dianatenney7821]

My uncle was a dairy farmer, it's always sad to see them go, but the offspring remain to keep growing.

[@johnbubbajohnson5630]

Thank you for sharing this video with us today sir and you have a very adorable daughter sir. God bless you and your family.....🙏❤🙏❤🙏😊🙂😊

[@beverlyhigh620]

He is a good looking bull, but there can only be one chief, Big Joe and his side kick Duncan. A good looking herd.

[@barbaraharrold5361]

My goodness that was a lot of work but very exciting to know Big Joe is coming over:) what a sight to see that trailer driving down the road with the big bisons. When I was a little girl we had a game called bingo but it was what you saw on the roads/freeways and they had white fences that you would see on a farm and it had all kinds of farm animals but never did it have Bison!!! Your little one is super cute:) tfs stay safe and God Bless:)

[@robertmoore6700]

A shame to sell such a handsome bull. You however know What is best for your herd. Brooke is absolutely adorable. Stay safe.

[@TFDchief-fk2sc]

Yay!! Welcome to Texas Mr. Bison! 🦬🇨🇱

[@marypatten9655]

Thank you. Did you ever get him weighed? Big Joe us big alright. Thank you for sharing. May God's love be with you and your family. God bless

[@bobbikuhn3496]

I remember you saying you were going to fix the loose wire over your new waterer. It looks like they could get their horns caught in it. It is probably on your list. LOL. I loved watching them play in the snow. For such huge animals, they are fast when they want to be. They are glorious animals and I love watching them. You are such a good steward to them.

[@tommygerrian4790]

Love the video man keep up the great work been trying to o catch up on the new ranch build but kinda confused hasn’t big joe been at the new ranch since November

[@ColeMeger]

It says”recorded before the arrival of big joe” at the beginning of every video since joe got there. This was part of the story that was kept secret, he’s just filling us in

[@cypressblue8877]

That is cool you sold some. Brooks is like don't touch me Sookie. You have made a lot of videos b4 Big Joe was to come - wow. May all your dreams, wishes & joys come true in 2022! Stay safe & take care of you all. Thanks for sharing eh :))

[@suzisaintjames]

Please do a "clips" on how Eleanor and the others got there names. Or provide a link. Thanks. 💖🌞🌵😷

[@alicewistrand210]

Brooks is Daddy’s girl! Eleanor was my mother’s name, don’t see that name very much.

[@naturenut7695]

He's gonna be a big boy one day. I love his color. Maybe one day you'll see him again.

[@joanneprinkey1808]

Happy New year to you all Just love watch you .and thoses Beautiful bisons.God Bless

[@sandrarawn2147]

🇨🇦 you have some beautiful bulls! Keeping the genetics! Can't wait to see the babies! By the way your little princess is absolutely beautiful!!

[@lindahipp8329]

Sometimes you just do what you gotta do. You can't have but so many bulls. Good luck growing your herd. Brookes sure is a beautiful little girl. GOD BLESS Y'ALL. HAPPY NEW YEAR ❤️

[@deanehill9730]

Baby daughter is learning what dad does on the farm. Thanks for the video.