Our First Kidding Season Tragedy

Welcome to the 2021 Kidding Season! This playlist attempts to capture the transition from 20 pregnant does to 20 does in milk with 40 plus kids on the ground.
** 2021 Due Dates **
Elsa x Lucky 02/26
Maybelline x Vader 02/27
Lillie x Everest 02/27
Tanzi x Merle 02/28
Cassie x Everest 02/28
Schillie x Merle 03/01
Val x Legend 03/01
Mayo X Everest 03/02
Abilene x Champ 03/02
Roxy x Champ 03/02
Sky x Lucky 03/03
Maddie x Everest 03/03
Little Bit x Champ 03/03
May X Everest 03/04
Dawn x Merle 03/06
Becky x Legend 03/06
Cami x Champ 03/07
Lodi x Merle 03/10
Ruby x Lucky 03/10
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[@alexachen996]

Derek “talking” to the little doe was the most wholesome sweet thing. 🥰

[@barbarafentress2933]

He is real tuff till it comes to a sick baby, then he became Dr. Dad. 😍

[@gamer-ux4te]

Thank God 🙏

[@jfm14]

I talk to my goats like that every day. 😁 I really think it helps, especially when they're new and not used to you.

[@bladedemissary]

So many are giving condolences - they did not watch whole video - THE GOAT SURVIVES.

[@katemcpherson3492]

I’m sorry, I clicked off, I was crying for her

[@MaddiesMamaRN]

Thank you for this comment! I was just sitting here crying my eyes out for this little baby. She was so cute when she was nursing the other day! The other 2 were resting and she was going at it! So thank you for your comment, which gave me a great ending to look forward to! 💙

[@krazykarrie420_80]

I know, ppl think they know EVERYTHING!

[@nillyk5671]

Thank you, I was scared to watch the video 😞

[@kimnisley2563]

Crystal, thank goodness your home. Prayers for tiny tot.

[@lesleycooper6523]

Well done Crystal, you kept your cool and did what needed to be done, see you were wasted at work, you need to be home, your goats need you!!

[@donnahawkins3135]

So happy for the baby 🐐 keep her from harm great job

[@kellyfoster8903]

I'm so happy that she is ok. It is so heartbreaking to find any furbabies like this. You are this baby's hero.

[@soniaspangenberg8557]

In the future you could try a gentle warm shallow breath of warm air into her lungs by putting your mouth over her nose. That would warm her core body temp a bit better than just external warming. Love Darricks calling to her to wake her like a mama. Derrick is an awesome goat daddy. You guys are awesome goat parents.🥰

[@OceanSwimmer]

@@soniaspangenberg8557 -- too easy to push air into the rumen and kill her. I learned that the hard way. Crystal did great.

[@soniaspangenberg8557]

@@OceanSwimmer you are right. With a human it is easier to position the jaw to avoid that likelihood. Thanks for catching that.

[@Southernpinesranch]

I need to find me a man like yours. Sitting there talking goat to her so she wakes up a bit more. Made my heart warm!! Glad she is okay!! Much love!! ❤️❤️

[@faithlewis4695]

THANK GOD!😔 She is a fighter, good genetics and a person who knows what she is doing.

[@rafaaali7694]

She's alive some of yall are confusing the other people in the comments

[@cowgirl2783]

Holy moly I’m so thankful that you caught little girl when you did and saved her little life.

[@christinesimmons3313]

This should be titled a miracle not a tragedy😊

[@SarahHere4GodOnly]

SO SHE IS ALIVE?????

[@alienebranhamedge7687]

Indeed!!!

[@cassandraspencer5549]

EXACTLY a MIRACLE!!! Tragedies end bad all the way around and this is not that!

[@jenelljurado8500]

Dude I was in tears I thought She was a goner I cant believe She made it through!!!! Wow AMAZING

[@amandaclark1800]

Oof. Not gonna lie, you had me for a minute with that title. Somehow I immediately knew it was that little girl, but I am so happy she made it!

[@JK-ut5cs]

Glad she is up and getting warmer.

[@WolfLover2088]

Yes

[@karrie7102]

What a determined little Dinky! I'm so glad yall shared Dinky's story with us and it wasn't the end of her tale.

[@tesscoyle7200]

Lucky to be on a ranch where y’all are on top of things. You’re the best goat mama she could’ve asked for.

[@tinacoppenbarger3412]

Her name needs to be Miracle. I was so scared and she not even my goat.

[@terrimoore5181]

Miracle for sure! I didn’t think she was going to make it.

[@barbaracyrus1421]

How bout the name Diana the princess

[@krazykarrie420_80]

Me too

[@choff83005]

Oh, I was so upset in the beginning and when she started to respond, so did I with a smile. She is hopefully on the road to recovery. Such a sweetheart.

[@deborahstauffer443]

Breaks my heart! She was trying to die on you 😔 She’s absolutely stunning!!

[@darlouthia5153]

Definitely need an electric blanket or heating pad for the future. Whew. That was stressful ! 😰

[@robertazacharias7766]

We used warm packs on the human babies! Just warm water in gloves.

[@tracycaple6313]

I'm so glad you found her when you did and got her back on her feet , you are the best crystal x

[@lauriehughes8085]

I always thought that I would like to have goats, after watching be everything you guys have to do and go through, I think I will just live vicariously through you all. Take care.

[@sofiabent9129]

I agree and do not want to own goats ever again. I have had goats off and on over the past decade and my Boer goats were tough as nails, zero ailments but they were total escape artists and obstinate. I should have used a hot wire but I didn't. My Boers could damage a fence quickly enough to squeeze under or could magically leap their fat, short legged bodies over a 4ft cattle panel to escape and wouldn't come to grain because they knew I was upset that they were out and they knew I was going to put them back so I had to round them up or trick them to go back. We had packs of coyotes around so I locked the goats up at night and on cold winter days and being so willful they would brake the stall door off it's hinges in order to escape and that happened a few times. I wanted to breed them to make some money so I got a beautiful Nubian buckling and my Boer does beat him up really bad and he died. After trying my best goats just aren't for me. They can be cute and full of personality but at the same time they are such fragile and/or destructive creatures. I don't see how anyone can keep a herd healthy, alive and safe. They get their heads stuck in the fence even if no horns and do it repeatedly. They eat poisonous plants without a second thought and die if you don't force this gross remedy in a tube down their nose to their stomach. Ive had experienced, moody nanny goats be excellent moms for the first couple weeks and then decide to kick their own babies away to prevent them from nursing. I've had kids suddenly die without explanation. Also had a sweet bottle raised doe I had hoped to keep as a milker and she ended up being sterile :(

[@melissajarvis4829]

@@sofiabent9129 Wow! That's the worst run of luck with goats that I've yet read or watched about.

[@2009charmedmarie]

@@sofiabent9129 all that tells me is not to get boers 😂

[@euriditia]

I had two Nigerian Dwarfs, loved them both so much. They were twins Hazel and Gus. Gus was castrated and due to this amongst maybe the feed he ate he got a urinary blockage that couldn't pass and the surgery would have been too invasive so we had to put him down. He lives on in my heart but I do hope someday I can have goats again.

[@lindadickson783]

Crystal and Derek you really know your stuff and what to do, when to do it.

[@cindylumayko5056]

Wow this is better than any series on tv! Drama, comedy, mystery wow❣️🇨🇦

[@jadynhicks5570]

The biggest thing I take away from this video is how much you truly love your animals. 💛

[@strawberrymoon5047]

Ohmygoodness. So happy she is recovering. Good job Crystal!

[@3boys6girls]

Oh my goodness, I was holding my breath and feeling kind of sick to my stomach. You are marvelous and I am SO happy right now I want to cry with relief. (from Toronto, Canada.)

[@marynellessen8790]

So precious is life 🙏🏻 I’m so glad that tiny doeling fought her way back (with your help) from the brink of death! So scary. ❤️❤️❤️

[@sheiladuncan1027]

I lost my doe and both kids a few weeks ago. Watching this season's kidding is hard, and I'm so glad you were able to save her.

[@debbiej6702]

Oh, I am so very sorry for your loss -blessings to your family

[@beckysmuck8771]

I have been where you are. My hugs and prayers are with you. Much love.

[@sheiladuncan1027]

@@debbiej6702 thank you. She was my first bottle baby.

[@sheiladuncan1027]

@@beckysmuck8771 I've had animals all my life, and it never gets easy, does it ?

[@cyndeecollings5738]

I’m so glad she is ok. You need to give her a name that is as strong as she is. Thanks for another great video stay safe and god bless

[@melissajarvis4829]

How about official name Determined? Then Deter or Deets for her nickname/ everyday name. Or, try Dealla, Irish for “protector” or Diamond, Old English for “invincible, untamed. ”

[@avasellars3174]

What abt brave

[@melissajarvis4829]

@@avasellars3174 Great name, but if they keep the kid, they give them one that starts with the same first letter as their dam. So, this is a fourth generation doeling they're keeping. Dream-Dawn-Dreamer-Dinky (or whatever they decide on.) PS In one of the newer videos, Crystal explained that when they were having health problems with the little one, that they offered the other doeling (that they were planning to keep back) to the family that was buying the itty bitty. And the other family accepted, so now she is going to be staying with Blue Cactus Dairy. 😁.

[@avasellars3174]

@@melissajarvis4829 oh ok thank you

[@edgeofwild2175]

Thank you for sharing this is so helpful. Fingers crossed for little goat

[@karenmartin7763]

So glad you’ve got her warmed up. Hopefully she’ll be ok now xx

[@Loriloulou]

Shes beautiful! So happy for this ending.

[@huntersullivan7861]

Great job guys!!! Great effort in helping the adorable baby girl!! Things don’t always go as planned and that’s to be expected. But you did your absolute best and that’s all that counts!!

[@Shelzbells]

Oh my gosh, this was intense. I was in tears praying for that little doe. What a fighter she is. Id have to keep her!!!! So so happy she came back. What a doll

[@jamieandrew-kromer8008]

So glad you found her and you were able to get her warmed up in time. Being up against the water bucket would have sucked the warmth right out of her.

[@dianedeem7204]

Glad you were able to save the little one.

[@lindatennant9622]

Oh my goodness. I was crying so hard. Thank goodness she has you and Derek to take such good care of her. She is definitely a miracle for sure!!!!

[@linmetcalf5468]

I was sat crying watching you warm that baby up, I'm so happy shes alive, call her miracle xx

[@soultiger9119]

I'm so sorry crystal, at least she's a fighter, I hope she gets healthier in the days to come

[@Lady_Lavandula]

Praying that she continues to improve! 🙏❤️ My heart dropped through the floor when I read the notification. 😭

[@donnanelson9181]

Poor itty baby. I hope she makes it. Every time I’ve ever gotten a pet I always get the runts. They need extra care and attention. I wish I could have her.

[@celeriti15]

Shes in a great home right now with them getting great care :D

[@haroldbrowne1708]

Wow. That was an emotional roller coaster for sure. So glad she made it.

[@southernbelle3995]

Scared me to death. I was so afraid we lost sweet Dinky. Thank goodness you were home to take care of her. You the man, Crystal! And not a hair out of place. You go girl.

[@emmmyy61]

And this is when you know someone is completely Inlove and obsessed with their animals. You are such a beautiful soul Crystal, that baby is here because of you ❤️

[@GenuinelyJodi]

Oh my heart. Praying for the little one that she continues to improve. Kidding season can be a roller coaster. I commend you both for your knowledge and calmness.

[@debrarevel]

My heart almost stopped when I read the header. I am so glad you were able to save her.

[@cortcasey89]

Oh. My heart sank. I was so worried. You guys savedddd this baby. She's definitely a fighter. Best wishes to sweet baby.

[@drob517]

Nervous when I saw the title. I’m not sure why I’m so addicted to your vlogs, I’ve never been on a farm and I live in NYC, but as soon as I get the notification I’m here.

[@cbviau1332]

Sending positive energy and love to the family, believing Dreamer's baby girl will grow into a healthy mommy-to-be for next season. Oh, my, what a sweet and innocent baby doll.

[@jade4341]

Omg 😢😭. I glad u were there poor girl. Hope everything gonna be ok and you did an amazing job with running to keep her warm you just sprung into action. I’m so proud of u for that. ❤️❤️❤️

[@annahearn8149]

I am so happy and relieved to see the doeling make it. I was about to cry.she is so precious.

[@davidj.mackinney6568]

One of the joys of watching your channel is the love you have for your goats and Dereck's poems and music. We have big smiles on our faces.

[@Poko0Chan]

This tiny baby is just a fighter! Near death and came back And good you are at home, full time goat mama

[@gemotala9636]

Crystal... May you always be blessed for the care and concern you have for these goats... your channel is amazing...

[@shemphollow]

Such a beautiful baby! I worry so much about something like this and this Tennessee weather! Thank you guys so much for showing the good and the bad! It really helps us first time goat mamas. Praying the little makes a full recovery! Love watching your videos as I'm still waiting for our babies.

[@jengreenhill6256]

So glad you are home this kidding season together. Congrats Crystal on a great save.

[@CarolinaGirlCreationZ]

Ohhhh my gosh! You are the goat whisperer girl! I am just catching up and was soooo scared she wouldn't make it! So glad she seems to be doing better. Now I can watch the next video and hope she's super better, better!

[@stephanieoff1945]

Oh thank God. You had me in tears. And thanks for the heads up about having their temp up before trying to feed. That might of been why we lost one of our little bucks. Loving your videos! Yahoo more babies!

[@wendywobbles1]

This is confirmation on how much you love you're herd and their offspring, you both are amazing, you ALL are amazing as I know this is a team/family effort, my heart was in my mouth all the way through this video, go for and prosper DINKY well done all of you ;)

[@mimioffour9319]

Oh my...I could hear the pain and fear in Crystals voice and saw her hands shaking while she was rubbing on the baby. What a horrific early morning discovery. I am so sorry that happened to you guys. It’s so terrifying. You guys are so wonderful with your animals and they are so lucky to have you guys as human parents. The love you have for them really shows through in every video you post. Derick, you are just so precious...talking to the baby was just beautiful. Will be praying this is the first and last scary situation you have this kidding season. Praying for nothing but easy births, strong, beautiful kids, and fast, healthy bounce-back mamas. Thanks for sharing your life. This series is going to be so enjoyable!!!

[@briancleary2597]

Not even my goat and was almost crying until I had to see the comments and said she's alive talk about a burst of emotion it just shows how great your videos are its almost like we are there experiencing the whole situation

[@annacousinsandalizesbegay.7772]

You did the right thing by working on her til she came around. I'm totally relieved she came around, I about cried just by watching you trying to warm her up. God Bless....😇

[@chelemichele1524]

My heart dropped.. so glad to see she warmed up. Have a good day ❄❄❄

[@nancyrobinson4269]

Thank you for sharing your good times and bad. This is going to be my first kidding season with my two Lamancha does. I’m nervous as all get out,but watching your videos has really been an inspiration to me. Thanks again!

[@calebmom429]

SOO THE PAST TWO WEEKS IVE BECOME OBSESSED WITH YOUR CHANNEL AND THIS LITTLE BABY IS ONE OF MY FAVORITES AND YOU SCARED ME LOL

[@barbaralavoie1045]

I am so glad for all of you Crystal, that this baby is probably saved, due to your diligence❤️

[@sunnybigmc90]

O my goodness I was so scared for that sweet baby! Kiddin season starts in 2 weeks for me and I’m just terrified that something bad will happen. So glad u acted quick to help save that pretty girl!

[@LifeSewCrazy]

Oh my heart! So happy she’s ok. ❤️

[@terriammon9767]

Thank God she pulled out of this. The two of you have such compassion when it comes to those babies. I thought for sure she wouldn't pull out of it. If not for your love and persistence she definitely would not have. Derek's talking with her was the cutest darn thing. Awesome Team work you two.

[@michelevabeach]

Thank you for sharing this with us. I have really enjoyed learning on your channel. You guys are amazing

[@kristinerickson8350]

She made me CRY!! This blew my mind!!! WOW!!

[@elybellysmellyely]

Oh I am so glad she is making a recovery! I was so worried at the very beginning. Way to go Crystal! Cmon little Dinky Doe - you got this!

[@darlenedeao8858]

I am so glad you were able to warm her up and save her . She is beautiful. When they are cold like that put them under your shirt hear your heartbeat plus get warm . You rock Crystal.

[@tammiegross5686]

Prayers for that sweet baby going up! So glad you are so loving and caring for your goats! You’re the best goat Mama ever!!!

[@toniemmett43]

Whew. Great job you saved her. She is adorable. My heart sank when I read the title. Glad all is well.

[@dreamcatcher3861]

Crystal, you’re amazing. I watched this little girl being born and saw how much you loved her, I know you want to keep her too. My heart went out to you when I saw she was sick. I’m so relieved she’s doing well. Keep up the good work wonderful lady. Take care, thinking of you all at this exciting but worrying time.🌻🌻🌻

[@bread6380]

how i feel: 😭😢😥😅😊

[@aliciah2758]

Destiny = It was her Destiny to live. I hope she fully recovers and gets back to normal.

[@jmpnjessie]

I'm glad I checked on my 2 last night! I always learn so much from you! I am so happy you found her on time and I hope she survives.

[@JbirdL2233]

Ohhhhh I was crying. You were so good and determined. What a precious little baby goat. I'm so happy for her and you.

[@Ljm-hp9pu]

That was amazing! I can't believe she came back to life! I love their patterns.

[@sharronhider4778]

It is precious how much love and care you and your husband show those babies

[@Coastal.Redwood.Homestead]

Just breaks my heart, Crystal you are amazing. I just love how much love you have for your babies

[@rhondasedillo97]

I love animals so much they are so amazing...seeing blue cactus and watching you as you help deliver these kids, it was so heartfelt, you had me thinking you all are amazing at what you do and seeing you save this little does life was so priceless and selfless that shows how good of peeps you are... keep up the great work I love watching

[@jodyflores601]

OMGoodness, my heart stopped! So thankful she is okay!!

[@PRDreams]

I'm glad she is ok. Please do not blame yourself Sir, for all we know this could have happened an hour *after* you would have checked on them. Both of you acted fast and lovingly towards little kid and it paid off. Super proud of both of you and my admiration is only growing stronger.

[@diannajepson8708]

OMG! I sat here watching this crying and cheering you guys on in your efforts. Derek talking to her in goat!😭💕🐐💖

[@neolapeterson4011]

You did a wonderful job. I was almost in tears. I thought you were going to lose her. I raised goats. I know that feeling when a baby like that. She is a miracle for sure. Bless your heart

[@suejohns7788]

Whee I was worried then, you 2 are so dedicated xx

[@HereForeverFarm1370]

GREAT JOB! Bless her little heart!

[@blueapples6215]

Oh my Crystal, 🤗 virtual hugs. Glad she bounced back! ❤️

[@stacies.4420]

Scary moment, so awesome to see you brought her back, she's definitely a strong little fighter. Thank you for sharing. I learn a lot from your videos. I would have panicked and tried the bottle, I didn't know they had to be at the right temp to feed them. I still have a lot to learn, your channel is the best. Thank you and praying you guys have a great kidding season 😊

[@terrimoore5181]

I just love all the new video’s! ❤️❤️❤️

[@hillvalleyfarm]

Oh my gracious! Crystal, I am soooo glad you found her in time!!! I had tears! It didn't look good in the beginning. We had to bring a doeling in as well and I found the hair dryer (and jump start) to be my best friend! She is our bottle baby now and we will slowly transition her back to the barn as she grows. We both have miracle kids! ♥️

[@elic2533]

What a blessing. So happy that she made it and truly a miracle. ❤️

[@karenblanck7726]

What an emotional video....what a little fighter. Little Dinky scared us all. You acted quickly and did all the right things...and clearly she’s got a lot of fight in her too!

[@MillaRaeDeshibeau]

Omg Dinky you made it! I was crying 😭 so much but thankful she was a miracle baby! 🙏🏽❤️

[@constancebunn194]

Such a beautiful baby!! ❤. I was on the edge of my seat along with you!

[@Cajunkaty]

God bless you both and the little baby. I’m so glad you didn’t give up.

[@bev5513]

Crystal you are so blessed giving praise. No fault our lessons may hurt but love is greater. So sweet stay strong

[@sandrathomas2145]

I am so happy she made it. You did such a great job saving her. She is so cute.