Ostrich Ladies Getting Their Own Place

Carl and Debbie seem to be just fine doing things the old-fashioned way, where's two's company and three's a crowd. Today we make some much needed adjustments.

[@suzanneseiple191]

Pablo creeping on Wanda when she’s trying to have her a soak on spa day😆😆😆❤️

[@paulahileman2291]

I say keep the girls find Carl a new home😎

[@louellalittle8057]

I loved seeing her in the pond, she actually looked like a giant goose sitting in the water😂🤣😂❤️❤️

[@juliemackenzie1978]

Look at Wanda going into the water…😳👍😊 Pablo is the welcoming committee for everyone. 👍🦆👏😊 He’s so cute. Thank you for sharing this video with us. 👍🇨🇦😊

[@jstrey8]

Wanda might just fall in love with that little masked cutie. 😊😆 Pablo has been one of the best additions to ISS. Just showed up and made himself at home with Jake, coming & going as he pleases.

[@denisenavara3575]

Love that they get in the pond. Give Pablo a little Old Spice! 😄🦆

[@joycewethington8200]

🤣😂

[@joycewethington8200]

He should give some to Cornholio also. 😆

[@jelanijohnson2764]

😆👀😂

[@shalakruep]

Wanda in the water is so beautiful. 😍 And Pablo coming out to be with her is so cute. 😍 ❤ ❤ ❤

[@garethmccarthy2990]

The fact that you can move your Ostriches without covering there heads is impressive. My birds would just sit down and refuse to stand

[@susanmeyer3674]

If you have ostriches can you answer some of Lester's questions. He has so many

[@garethmccarthy2990]

@@susanmeyer3674 I've been attempting too Lester is doing a great job, it's very hard when you dont raise the ostrich yourself.

[@sharonanderson8175]

It’s great to see Wanda listening to you. Makes things a little easier.

[@invisigoth510]

Oh that Pablo. He’s such a ladies’ duck. He also sees himself as a protector so he’s probably introducing himself to the new member of the pond

[@rachelamanda6880]

I love the way they just plop down. I've never been a fan of Carl, but those ladies stole my heart.

[@bonniepearson5709]

wow

[@freespirit54321]

I think you're starting to see why Carl's previous owner wanted him adopted out. Quite the dilemma! I love seeing Wanda taking a bath and totally enjoying it; for sure she finds water therapy beneficial.

[@SheaSoapsbyLara]

Wanda is such a good girl listening to her daddy! 🙂 Awesome!

[@erinrausch5628]

Your comment about Pablo wanting to join Wanda made me laugh out loud. First Jan and Carl; then Cornholio with Tina, now Pablo with Wanda. The feathers are hilarious. 😆 Maybe Pablo needs some Old Spice.

[@tammywood4352]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@marylousaunders3069]

Pablo and Cornholio have “high hopes”! Lol

[@high62609]

Totally think that the water is helping Wanda's leg. Lester you're getting to be quite the ostrich wrangler. Good thing that the girls are easier to handle than Carl.

[@SensuelQ]

Ooh, Pablo has a little thing for miss Wanda 😍😍🥰 he’ll be needing at bit of your Old Spice now 😂😂 Love y’all ❤️❤️🤟🏼🤟🏼🇩🇰🇩🇰

[@irenedavo3768]

Ha ha

[@angelaschwartzberg5301]

🤣🤣🤣

[@hopehafstedt2616]

I’m with you Lester…good idea to have one gal at a time with Carl.

[@mymars2621]

Sister Wives Ostrich Edition!

[@kaykaycalii536]

Pablo entering the pond: "if you dip, I dip, we dip" 🤣

[@angelaschwartzberg5301]

🤣🤣🤣

[@waspbitch6014]

Stressed birds, parrots 🦜🦜 in general feather 🪶 pluck when stressed. Not sure about ostriches though!😳 Love you Pablo 🦆 & Maggie! Hope y'all are feeling better. Love 💞 from the Granite State! 💖 🤘

[@susanlilley-rizos9906]

I’m so happy to see Wanda enjoying herself in the pond. I never saw an ostrich in the water before. ❤️

[@cindykoresko3464]

That's cool with Wanda in the pond. Pablo is like thank you dad for my new ladies.

[@deannshoemaker3543]

When I seen Wanda in the water I remembered you said she fell through the ice when she was hurt. She must love water then. That was awesome to see her loving the water. Love your videos and all you guys do.

[@neva2late1]

Lester she’s making herself pretty for you! Just like Tina and Carl love Jake. Wanda loves you! I notice she does that for you a lot!

[@keeshabrooks6264]

I think so too... Wanda loves Lester..

[@pamshultz3796]

Watching Wanda in the water was so cool, I was wondering if they'd go in. Pablo and Cornholio will never leave down there again 🤣 🤣 Lester could it be that because Wanda has a bad leg and Carl and Debbie see her as weak? Can't wait to see and learn more. Have a great day!

[@lesley4215]

That's some funny looking flamingos you got in that pond! LOLOLOL

[@peggysmith5202]

LOL. My exact thought!!

[@brendamabry2542]

Adjustments can be trying, but you got this, Lester. 👍👍

[@annettegonzales168]

I bet you that water is therapeutic to Wanda’s legs. Also, people with ponds have ducks, geese & other birds and species. Lester stepped it up and has ostriches 😂 ♥️♥️♥️

[@foxylady1141]

They do molt like ducks. Do you remember the turkeys pulling their own feathers? They do that when they're scared so maybe that's why just a suggestion

[@aralnoza]

Haven't finished the video yet but I just wanna say I've been watching Lester closely in this and thought he does look extra sweet and handsome I must say especially when he's smiling. Oh Jami, you lucky girl! ♥️

[@vickidolph1581]

Lesters is always handsome and sweet😊 👍 When he smiles, he has smiling eyes😊

[@mere132004]

Oh wow she loves the water so much. Yay. Best ever.

[@lisacldmom2ksd932]

If I remember correctly the favorite female will not always allow other females to mate or raise chicks

[@lisacldmom2ksd932]

There's usually a dominant female in a group. Debbie may not want to share

[@cecew.]

Aww it’s so cool to see Wanda going into the pond. Pablo had to be the welcoming party! 😂😍❤️

[@suethompson9481]

Lester, I am glad you moved Wanda. I cried when you found her all huddled down, and scared. Then all those plucked feathers. Great decision on moving her and Tina into the pond pasture away from Carl, and that diva Debbie. How great was it seeing Wanda in the pond. Poor little Tina, she is so confused. I do love that Pablo.

[@rhondalamont1597]

It make’s perfect sense to put them in with the pond all Feather s love to bathe good thinking Lester 😇💯🥰

[@roxannabloom1540]

Pablo says, "no worries dad, I'm security for the ladies. Yep, ostrich security reporting for duty!" LE you can do this, a little at a time & you will beat those fears. Wanda really seems to enjoy the pond. It's so neat to see her in there enjoying herself.

[@debslinker8718]

Great decision to make the girls more comfortable and safe. They looked content with their new home!!!

[@valeriegailnoland7151]

IF they were truly in nature, they could run away from the aggressor and hide and/or join another flock, etc. Since they are fenced in, you are doing the right thing to try to assist with their needs and issues best you can.

[@virago_queen]

I was thinking the same thing about how they can't get away. I agree with you.

[@elizabethferguson5336]

Glad to see the O-ladies happy and relaxed. Pablo is on the prowl, but they can handle him. haha

[@kimmcnatt6301]

I like that O-ladies, lol

[@michellessouthernhomecooki5870]

I love this video so much!! Pablo the smooth operator!! 🤣🤣❤️💗🌹🙏 Thank you so much for all your videos!!

[@peggycoleman7506]

Hopefully one day they can all live in harmony. Wanda really loves taking a bath. Loved seeing her laying in the water and relaxing

[@sharononeill449]

Love seeing you and LE working together ❤️

[@MizzMelissa1983]

My favorite animal just keeps changing! Right now it's Pablo. He's so personable and I love that he follows you all around the farm!

[@pennyaikins]

It's fun to see Pablo be a duck. He is usually one of those everything guys 😺

[@momofoneteague2183]

Pablo is a big ball of feathery love...so sweet! 💕🦆

[@sray5415]

Lester you really have a talent for handling those ostriches; I was skeptical and worried in the early days but the more time goes by the more I am glad to be proven wrong.

[@minda963]

I agree...he cares about the ostriches. I do think Lester should be more aggressive with Carl. Not hurt him or anything like that but I believe he should let Carl know who is in charge. They are allowing Carl to be in charge and it might be adding to his aggression. I'm not an expert on ostriches at all but I do wonder how would Carl react if they hissed back at Carl when he hissed at them? I don't want to see Carl hurt but I really don't want to see the humans hurt even more. It's kind of like Tex. Tex is big and strong but they still make him go where he belongs when he gets out.

[@sray5415]

@@minda963 True. It would be interesting to see how Carl responds if they hissed back at him. Like that video where the person hissed at their cat when the cat hissed at them; the cat was so shocked it just walked off.

[@sharonanderson8175]

She’s having a spa day.

[@PsychicMediumshipSelkie]

They look so much more relax with the pond. Bless them.

[@kathleennicholson7620]

I love watching them at peace around the pond .Poor Pablo maybe he needs to borrow your Old Spice cologne .lol It worked for Jami .Your very brave Lester that's a big animal to handle you have gotten really good at working with them.

[@cathybraun8652]

Pablo forgot his old spice🤣🥰

[@kellycottrell7313]

Aww, poor Wanda! I know that some birds, like Parrots, etc will pluck their own feathers out when they are stressed or not feeling well- it is to self sooth, but I have no idea about Ostriches. I am sad for Wanda, she seems so sweet- I know you will figure it out, Lester, you always do.

[@minda963]

How would Wanda reach the feathers on her neck? I kind of think another ostrich is plucking them out. I don't know much about birds though....maybe they lose their feathers like people lose their hair. Let's hope her feathers stop coming out. A naked ostrich would be very funny looking and not safe for her.

[@kellycottrell7313]

@@minda963 -the pile of some of the feathers were from her body…I don’t know….I am no bird expert…

[@Wolfpug]

I hope the girls will be happy here at least till they “grow up” more. That was pretty kool seeing Wanda walk through the pond then lie down in it. Maybe they will fish for the fish in there.

[@lindagreenman1317]

Wouldn’t it be helpful to have a Cameras out there so you can see what’s going on at any time of the day or night? I think there’s a ring system that you could put there and see what’s happening

[@pattdunn9845]

Especially with the church kids.

[@joleenperry9040]

They have low internet signal, so it would be difficult to have WiFi connectivity to those cameras. 🤷‍♀️

[@darlenehensley43]

I've been asking for a live cam like zoos do so we all could check in on at least the pond area. Wish they would do that.

[@jeancultice6859]

@@darlenehensley43 they keep telling us, they don't have the internet connection to do that at the sanctuary...

[@cmdubwms]

@@jeancultice6859 right

[@lorraineriley6393]

They look lovely and calm in the pasture. Pablo will look out for them.

[@sfviris5582]

Awww, sweet girls. ❤️ Thank you, Lester for putting them in that pasture where they can relax and be themselves. 🙏

[@justforyou2920]

Lester, there are at least five ostrich farms in Texas. Why don't you call one of them and ask them the questions that you need answers to. We know you want the best life for the ostriches so why not go to the source to get the answers that you actually need. These are all family-owned farms and I am sure they would be more than happy to speak to you and answer the questions that are so detrimental right now. I hope you reach out and speak to one of them so that you have the correct answers to the issues that are going on right now on the farm. Good luck!

[@sandrareed2397]

I found the reaction Wanda had about water was amazing! The happiness she felt was obvious

[@deborahgarner5464]

Lester, you are so in tune with the comings and going’s of all your babies and always striving to do what is best for them. Wanda is certainly a happy girl since you got her in the the front with the pond. I loved seeing her in the water….walking, fishing, and lying down. When Pablo comes in, he caught her attention and I had to smile. I think Tina must be part rabbit …the way she hops when you move her. I’m just waiting for the day to come when the girls will simply walk along side you from one place to another 😃

[@AlyssaNicoleFusco]

Wanda was so cute in the pond ❤❤ but I know birds pluck their own feathers if their stressed or scared. Maybe ostriches are the same? It would make sense since her feathers are missing in the front. But not sure just spitting out ideas. I hope everything gets resolved tho ❤❤

[@clairehamilton491]

It would be hard for her to pluck her own feathers out on her neck.

[@AlyssaNicoleFusco]

@@clairehamilton491 not sure there necks move crazy and seem flexible. Only know that from seeing Carl dance 😂

[@jeannettethorsby7085]

I love how gentle you always are with the animals. You always do things with each animals best interests in mind. I couldn't help but chuckle when you were moving Wanda and Tina. Then a huge smile was on my face as Wanda took a dip in the pond. What an awesome day 😎

[@eileenlester4342]

So cool to see Wanda wading in the pond! 💜

[@teresaparish3266]

That is so beautiful to see Wanda in the pond, it's probably feels good on her legs.

[@lorriepeek5636]

Its so sweet how you try to keeo the girls safe and happy. Seeing Wanda in the pond was a wonderful treat to see.

[@blessed43x5]

I think it’s wonderful how vigilant y’all are about paying attention to all these babies needs. I feel like every decision y’all make on all these babies behalf is made out of love and concern for each individual animals well being and happiness. ❤️ I saw the church peeps in the video… Out of curiosity if your plan is to keep them out there permanently for awhile - what about the church folks/kids? Are y’all planning to add to the fence height to protect animals and people?

[@debbiecozortakalonghornmom1862]

I hope so then put some net like up top to keep the people out so they can’t climb the fence. Just a thought 💭. Debbie from Robinson Texas (down by Waco area)

[@robincollins4687]

I was wondering the same thing. Although the girls aren't as aggressive as Carl, it's still a concern. Accidents can happen due to stress, being startled, kids/dogs chasing them, etc.

[@mariatrimmer8314]

She loved the water! Pablo is such a cutie, I love that he always ends up in all the videos! Lol

[@margiemursch5382]

Love how Wanda went right in the pond.

[@traceysouders9840]

Lester this was a cute video. I love how Wanda was walking in the water. Honestly she may have plucked her own feathers out. When a bird is stressed they will pull their own feathers out. Thank you again for all that you do.

[@kristineteall368]

I think maybe she was trying to nest and some birds pluck their own feathers also during this time. I can't remember who was laying eggs recently, but they're both getting to that age!

[@kaydelahunty3789]

@@kristineteall368 thats Debbie thats laying eggs i think

[@ladiesyallcandothis232]

Awww she got in water. I bet both do in summer. Pablo. He’s just a character. Love him

[@garethmccarthy2990]

Male Ostriches that I've had that were treated poorly in there younger years, almost always end up aggressive. As your breeding season is only starting, Carl may become even more aggressive. I've also encountered female Ostriches ripping out there own feathers due to stress. The smart move would be to rotate the females every 3-4 days.

[@garethmccarthy2990]

@@marywilson1442 It's difficult with adult Ostriches especially when you have no idea how they were treated.

[@midwestmusic1909]

I wondered if she might have been plucking them out herself because she kept "pecking" at herself in this video. Someone else mentioned moulting I think?

[@rainsongs9]

just leave Deranged Carl with Debbie together, and the other 2 girls left together away from Deranged Carl. Carl has Mental issues that is why he was given to these people in first place. No need to rotate and get raped and beaten up the rest of their lives. The 2 girls will still lay unfertilized eggs. if they want that dollar bills. Save these 2 girls call a vet! it is sad we keep seeing these ostrich keep getting bloody up.

[@pattycakes2375]

@@rainsongs9 they are not.in it for the dollar bills

[@garethmccarthy2990]

@@rainsongs9 The mating game in the world of birds is brutal. If i was Lester i would remove Carl from the Sanctuary, i think as the breeding season goes on Carl will get more aggressive.

[@benettakorfhage1235]

You are getting so good taking the big birds back in forth. If only Carl was that easy. They are such sweet ladies I hate to see them hurt or stressed. Bless you for taking care of all the babies. Like you said ... they need to live their best lives!

[@sherylloftin-booth4423]

What a beautiful site to see Wanda in the pond..🌸

[@bellanoir9479]

Pablo's got a thing for long legged swans!

[@pamelawilliams3848]

That's so neat to see the ladies in the pond pasture. Never thought Wanda or any ostrich would walk into pond, let alone sit in water.

[@samb306]

This makes my heart happy seeing them together at the pond and wanda swimming i know it isnt ideal but im glad they have eachother

[@julieanderson5579]

That’s so neat she laid down in the pond. I thought she would splash around a little. I guess it just felt good to lay there.

[@peggysmith5202]

Pablo is the man!!! I've missed seeing you Pablo!!

[@kl9307]

I helped rescue a fawn by putting a tablecloth from a restaurant over its head. It ended up snuggling into me, especially after I started singing, quietly, to it. One of my BEST life moments, EVER! 🤗

[@vickibwarren9722]

Water therapy is good for everyone. Hope the girls are happy with the littles for a while . XXXO 🤗

[@vickiefinn8173]

Wanda's thinking her own personal resort with a big pool, oh oh Pablo has different ideas he wants to make it hot tub fun time the more the merrier 😂 L E that's ok that you're nervous around the bigs nobody's thinking any less of you for that and if they do boo hoo.

[@kellymiller9771]

Tell LE that at least he's trying and that's all that matters. Wanda in that pond was amazing, I think we've all been waiting to see that. Pablo is fantastic, I'll be your friend ladies❤😁

[@deborahbell3518]

Pablo cracks me up. What a marvelous creature.

[@mamatrop]

Seeing all the feathers was sad. The pond scene was precious!! Thank you!!

[@barbbitter7647]

That is Awesome and Amazing. I'm sure the water does feel good to her legs.

[@hafdissigurdardottir3176]

L.E. You absolutely do not have to explain why you are not “hands on” with the bigg’s ❤️ We all know that you love all the animals ❤️ And there is absolutely NOTHING wrong With being careful and on high alert 🚨 around the bigg’s. Just showing us that your are being smart. 👍 Lester, you and L.E. handle this great 👍 Love ❤️ and blessings🙏 from Iceland 🇮🇸 🦋🦋🦋

[@heathermurray9939]

The leg warmers that you got in the " gifts and goodies " put over the ostriches heads when moving them. My horse stood on my foot, trapping me in the stable and I could not get her off me, my sister helped me. In England a lot of deaths on farms in England are by the farmers cow's, they can stampede & kick.

[@samanthahaughton924]

That was the sweetest thing ever seeing Wanda go swimming

[@evekankam6744]

That was awesome,to see her in the water,I hope they do it again,they are so interesting to watch.Thank you are sharing with us

[@deannaclayton2060]

They do look relaxed and peaceful in their new space

[@kristi6799]

I get an MRI every year and I have them put a wash cloth over my eyes. Lester is so good with the ostrich. I loved seeing Wanda in the pond. I bet it does make her feel better.

[@irenedavo3768]

Wow!

[@kristi6799]

@@irenedavo3768 I have a rare autoimmune disease so they check for new lesions on my brain and spine.

[@jeanellen4429]

I love how Pablo always appears when there’s action going on. What a little star !

[@marieswindlehurst2]

LE you will have to over come your fears if your going to take over the sanctuary one day .Wanda in the water absolutely beautiful

[@pattdunn9845]

Agreed! "Could have been kicked", far different then was kicked. Chicken little always thought the sky was falling....but it never did. Just gotta be cautious and have your head on a swivel and stay away from corners and fences. Jake can only do so much.

[@PennelopeWhitmore]

He has a long time ,he'll step up when he needs to. LE is cautious but he's one of the most mature 21 year old I've ever seen.

[@kp-ue3xn]

@@PennelopeWhitmore this is true. LE will step up.

[@carollaflamme1477]

Lester I am glad you are giving the girls a safe place, I hate to see them getting injured. Your love for all the babies is so obvious and I am so glad to see that. You have a soft side for animals and you are a positive part of my day!!! I love watching your videos they make me happy and forget about my depression even if for a short time, thank you Lester. Love from New Hampshire ❤️❤️❤️

[@sandramaiden5498]

That was a very smart decision Lester to put Wanda and Tina in the pasture with the pond. Wanda looked so beautiful sitting in the pond, I bet it felt good to her. Ostriches are so beautiful and amazing birds. I could watch them all day. I think LE has PTSD as far as the bigs go. The bigs have really scared him. I think I would feel the same LE. I have PTSD but for a different reason. There has been a lot of trauma in my life. Well I won't go into that. Great video Lester and LE.GOD love you guys. Hello from Kentucky.

[@dianethompson6980]

So cute watching Wanda in the pond❤️🇨🇦

[@pamsgoneorganic]

Wanda is doing hydro therapy for her leg! Animals know what to do for themselves, she is beautiful

[@OwnedByACatNamedC.C.]

My thought was that her laying down in the pond might have been to soothe where her feathers had been pulled out. The problem she had in colder weather was not being able to walk on her injured leg; so I’m also wondering if the cold pond water might not necessarily be therapeutic for her in that way. As you said, though, animals know what to do for themselves!

[@joanwebb2101]

Lester do you think she might have bird mites I know chickens get them that could be why she went into the water and she could be taking a bird bath to get rid of the mites

[@sharononeill449]

Poor Wanda hope she gets some rest in the pond bubble bath is good too

[@debbiecozortakalonghornmom1862]

Lester u should lend her some of ur bubble bath 🛀. Lol 😂💙💓💞😁🤠

[@cherylhannon2949]

Love seeing Wanda in the pond.

[@sharnabotes5216]

Wanda going into the pond was absolutely awesome hope Tina follows too 😁

[@theresauhlenhake3822]

Sometimes animals pick on an animal that is injured or weak. Lester you are doing so well handling the ostriches. Fun seeing Wanda wading. Hi Pablo. Been missing you

[@bristolwilson5910]

Hydrotherapy for ostriches LOL!!! I've never seen that in my life either that's crazy!!❤️

[@angie1231]

I agree maybe set up some of those trail cams so you can see what is going on in the pasture when you're not around. You're doing good! It's a learning experience. 💜

[@katly8169]

Awww Wanda !!! She loves the water