RJ Wasn't Sick, He Was Murdered

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[@joshuasiegel7245]

As a vet this was really hard to watch knowing something was seriously wrong for a few days. While at first I was judgmental that you didn’t bring RJ in, I had to realize it’s different as a city ER vet than living out in the country. You’ve always done everything for your animals and I love you guys for it. Seeing trauma like that there’s nothing that would have saved RJ. Don’t blame yourself at all. As you said animals will do their thing. Wishing your family love during your difficult time of loss.

[@roxannabloom1540]

I'm so glad, as a vet, that you spoke up. Maybe people will see this comment & not try to blame Daniel & DeeJay.

[@Snowflakebabytoo9]

Thank you for saying that. Glad you watch their channel 🙏🏼👍🏼

[@christinasargent5772]

A very kind post thank you😢

[@SandraMarkham-lx5xp]

No blame you did all you could do God be with you

[@marylouise890]

I must say, thank you for your comment to Daniel, Dejay, and to us. Thank you so very much, for caring. ❤😊❤

[@loriholzer7996]

Watching RJ take his last breath in your arms made my tears fall like rain. I wish all pets had that kind of love.

[@sunshinegal4294]

I was so grateful he was there holding and loving him at the end! ❤💔

[@brendawilliams7750]

❤

[@faithmustone2261]

RJ and Rufus are hopping and jumping around together ❤️ we will always have our sweet memories

[@Angelhorselady]

It’s so comforting to know that they are together and free of all pain. You did your very best, Daniel. So sorry. 🙏♥️

[@cherylfauth9543]

OMG! Poor RJ. So glad that you could be with him and hold him. Cried so hard. 😢

[@deborahstone9696]

😢😢he was such a sweetie. I can't tell my grand child. It's too painful for me let alone her. ❤❤❤❤ to you and yours.

[@kimkramarski-smith774]

I'm so sorry you lost RJ. I know he meant so much to y'all. The hardest part of farming / homesteading is the loss of our beloved animals. You did your best !

[@jeriholdren1780]

My heart is breaking. Feels like we lost Rufus again. I remember how excited I was seeing him after we lost Rufus and how much he looked like his daddy. RIP RJ!

[@CindyEagly-r6c]

I felt the same way as you.

[@Tina-qc8wq]

RIP RJ. Was it one of those hunters that trespassed on your land?

[@Tina-qc8wq]

I'm so sorry Djay and Daniel. He was a favorite.

[@mimide]

Funny just looking at RJ I thought something happened to his neck. He seemed to not be able to lift his neck. I’m sorry for the loss ❣️

[@melissabrown6981]

❤ I feel the same way. 😢

[@renitameares3838]

That breaks my heart about RJ. He was the miracle that Rufus left. I am so sorry for the loss. 😢

[@tazzbeauty]

This is just heart wrenching to think it happened again first Rufus and now RJ after thinking Rufus had left a gift. The tears just won't stop...

[@karens4603]

I am sorry also RIP RJ.....SORRY BABYS

[@philipsc4225]

My uncle raised cattle. He was 75yo and loved his cows. He explained to me why he always kept two donkeys in with his cows. They protected his cows from predators.

[@noelle1225]

So sorry about RJ. He was much loved by all of us. RIP RJ. 😢

[@starlaruskin9126]

So sorry Daniel. At least he wasn't alone in the end. He had you there to let him know it was ok to go home to the lord. Prayers for all of you.

[@Carole2Kittens]

Amen

[@tmcneil516]

Amen.

[@GGunderson100]

RJ was such a miracle baby. I never dreamed his story would end like this. I so looked forward to seeing him. RJ , you were loved and will be missed.

[@barbarapetros]

So sorry you lost RJ. Poor Steve , when you were describing what happened, Steve kept getting closer to you as to say "IM SORRY DAD!!!"

[@LucyJazzy85]

I agree with you 100 percent. Steve didn’t mean to kill RJ. He just wanted him off his back. Literally. Peace ☮️ and love 💜.

[@outdoorsWHofficial]

Rufus now Rj😢 I’m so so sorry for your loss and I’m very very sad I wish this never happened and hope you guys are doing good god bless❤️❤️☹️

[@evelynlammel5680]

My heart breaks for your loss of RJ. Life on a farm isn't always easy. You did the best you could have for him, and his last breath was of you, someone he felt safe with. Prayers for the Arms family to have peace of mind, you did all you could have.

[@Carole2Kittens]

Well said ❤.

[@jaceeluvs2sew]

Daniel thank you for being with RJ in his final moments.❤❤❤❤❤

[@junehigham2742]

Thank you for being brave enough to give an honest and complete representation of the situation. Much appreciated.

[@JulieSlaughter-q3d]

Rest in peace RJ. I am so sorry for your loss. Pets are family too. And he was such a character.

[@fracturedfauve]

I’m so sorry for the loss of RJ. He will be missed. Thank you sharing with your viewers the story of RJ from his birth to his passing. 🙏

[@ginco5203]

I cried the day you told us that Rufus was gone. I cried the day RJ was born, the Miracle Baby. And today I cry again. RIP RJ. We all loved you and will miss you.❤

[@carolynmesser7199]

I cried too he was a miracle from Rufus

[@vickibwarren9722]

Me too , All three events...😢

[@hollyglick8443]

I'm so sorry for your guys. 😢

[@hollyglick8443]

Looks like a seizure.

[@FarmerFpv]

I'm not not so sure Steve bit him. I have had alpacas & Llamas have seizures and break their necks from flapping on the ground and they eventually die. I wonder if there their bite marks or just broken spinal bones? I would ask the vet again about that possibility with RJ.

[@buffybowman3085]

We were so heartbroken and cried for all of you in the loss of RJ. You guys are just wonderful in caring for your animals and there is no blame to place at all! This kind of thing is just the unfortunate and sad part of farm life and raising animals. Prayers for the Arms family as you grieve this loss. We all miss you, RJ!

[@PatriciaFdr]

Thank You for Sharing the honesty & being open with us. Prayers✝️ To All: BE Kind!💜

[@joyinthesouth1615]

I’m so sorry for your loss. RJ most likely would have died when you tried to load him into the trailer or whenever you hit a bump road. There’s no way people should/ could blame you. Unfortunately the animal world is very unpredictable. You provided RJ with the best life you could have possibly given him. Prayers 🙏🏻

[@kaydickens3053]

Poor RJ. Loved that little guy. Rest in Peace. ❤

[@debrafricano1486]

Poor RJ. So sad. So sorry you lost RJ.

[@harleym50]

Sorry for your loss and thanks for sharing. We will all miss RJ

[@agathahark8868]

Awwww so sad, he was the sweetest little guy. Really going to miss RJ .

[@cherylsimmondsday9380]

I cried for little RJ,he was my very favorite.Such a sweet face.I will never forget him,alpacas have such a sweet hum

[@eleanordyer9917]

Daniel thank you for continuing to keep farm life real. Sad to know you lost your much loved RJ.

[@deannazandi1797]

OH MY GOSH, I'M SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN GODS GRACE. 🙏😇🙏

[@leemullally8774]

You summarized the situation you experienced and shared with this video well. “It is farm life..” The experience you shared will help others who raise animals. My condolences to you and the Arm’s family on the loss of RJ.

[@carringtonkelleybirnie4569]

I am so sorry for your loss, Daniel. RJ will be missed.

[@dianathomas675]

Having had livestock all my life I know from experience that if something is going to go seriously wrong it will happen on a holiday weekend. Putting him in a trailer and bouncing him down the road for however long at a wind chill of -0 would have been terrible! You did what you could with what you had at the time. That is all anyone should ask. I appreciate your honesty at what happened so we can all learn from it. I’m sorry for your loss!!

[@beckybramlett3515]

So sorry you lost the baby chicks and R J. Like you said, it’s farm life . Prayers for you all .🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@daniellewoolley8607]

@beckybramlett35 they are not chicks They are polts. They are baby turkeys

[@pizzagal7]

I'm sorry to hear that RJ didn't make it. The short clip of his seizure reminded me of my dog. She had a violent seizure in July 2020, which was so heartbreaking for me to watch. It caused brain damage, and a week later she passed. The vet said it was a brain tumour that had remained hidden until the first seizure, and there was nothing I could have done to save her. I think God told me she was going to pass because the I held her and cuddled her for most of the night until the final seizure at about 6:30am when she passed. Even if you can't save your animals, at least you can be there for them in the end. 😢😢❤❤

[@deirdrecorey3876]

I think had Steve bit another Donkey, it would have been a corrective bite. RJs neck isn't tough like a Donkeys neck. Both animals did what their species do. Linda probably sensed a weakness in her babies & left to get some food.... The animal kingdom is BRUTAL & BEAUTIFUL..... Y'all did NOTHING WRONG, I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS....❤

[@joearceneaux]

Sorry for your loss. RJ. passing will help other farmers to beware when you have a young male growing up that he may need his own pod for awhile ...Sorry you had to see that Daniel but videos are very helpful. Stay warm. Much kindness

[@scottburk4083]

No need to apologize for anything Daniel. I'm sorry for the family's loss. It's never easy losing an animal that you care about. Thank you for sharing and explaining what happened. Y'all take care,stay warm and God Bless!!!

[@earlandcourtneyh7368]

Speaking from the position of a farm girl of over 20yrs. Freak stuff happens on the farm. Ppl looking in, and who have never been there, don't understand a farmer mentality. We do our best, to help our animals, until we cannot, and then if we can't, and if we can possibly afford to, we call a vet. Even then we have to take all things into consideration, once a diagnosis is made. Y'all did your best. Glad you have some resolution to what happened to RJ. Sometimes we don't always get that priviledge, on the farm. Sometimes it will always remain a mystery. That is farm life.

[@evelyny7037]

Well said… People who haven’t lived on a farm and been responsible for the lives of their animals often do not fully understand. That means on a daily basis you can have your heart ripped out… But you can also have joy from living with these beautiful creatures that God blessed us with… We had to put our guard dog down yesterday so forgive me if I’m a little emotional on this issue.

[@lisablackwelder7079]

​@@evelyny7037hi. I'm so sorry about you're dog. I know it will be hard on you & you're family. You will look for him everytime you go outside. I'm sorry. My thoughts and blessing are with you. RIP Guard Dog, you are loved and will be missed.

[@evelyny7037]

I am very grateful for your kindness… from one farm girl to another… it means a lot and comes with tears… God bless you in this journey… 🥺🤝🙏🏼🦋❤️

[@donnalauber5001]

So sorry for you and R.J. Appreciate your honesty and for taking responsibility and not blaming your donkey.

[@lonewolfclan1073]

don't understand the farmer mentality? which part? the not caring? or the actually caring? or the sometimes over caring? because that's a Pretty damn big generalised brush your throwing there. Also anywhere that works with animals from zoo's to animal rescues to wildlife rescues have to deal with pretty random stuff. it's not a "in club" it's just a fact of working with animals, random stuff happens sometimes just like with humans.

[@juliehagan3853]

I am so sorry that RJ has left this world. He was such a character and sweet in his own way. I always thought the way you hummed to him, you were actually talking to him and he understood. RJ will be missed, I'll be praying for all of you.

[@Horrormoviesgirl]

I'm glad you were holding him when he passed away. I'm so sorry you lost RJ 💔

[@lisalambert107]

RIP RJ you will be missed thank you for making us laugh my prayers to the Arms family

[@m.mickeypayne9811]

There's a reason why people have guard donkeys but usually donkeys raised with a herd dont attack the flock. But as you said, males don't tolerate some types of behavior.

[@lovepugs05]

This is heartbreaking. RJ was a beautiful animal. I am deeply sorry for your loss. RIP RJ

[@patriciaross3678]

Anyone who has watched your videos, knows how much you care for the animals.. And know how much you hurt a t.the lost. Stay Blessed 😇🙏🙏🙏

[@toneymcgee6017]

Oh my gosh you guys I'm so sorry to hear that RJ has passed away. My heart hurts for you all.😢

[@Javainthebox]

Daniel, this is one of the best videos you’ve done. While it’s so incredibly hard to watch this video, it is life. It is nature. I cried for RJ and your family…the baby turkeys… but it truly is nature, and nature can be very brutal. As humans, we want to fix or control everything and step in when nature is tough, hard or cruel. Sometimes we are humbled by the fact that we can’t. All of your animals have a beautiful life there at AFH, and they are loved. You have nothing to take blame for, and I’m so thankful you were there for RJ to hold him at the end. Sending love and hugs to you all.

[@jerrezlutz8867]

So sorry for your loss 🤠🤠

[@GailKiriacon-gz2yv]

So sorry about the loss of RJ. It IS life on the farm.

[@MarianneClair]

So sorry you lost R J. He will be missed. Sending love and prayers.

[@daralynnhale1565]

It's a sad time to lose an animal, but we TRY our best ...RJ will be missed on videos and his little life was full of loving care. What a special little man he was!

[@carlacook9487]

I love how Bear looks at you with understanding eyes and love. ❤️

[@loisarrowood9733]

My prayers going out to your family and everyone who follow the Arms Family. I cried when I heard that RJ had passed. I Loved that alpaca.

[@tootsie001]

So very sorry for the loss of RJ, he was such a beautiful little replica of Rufus. RIP RJ 🙏 ❤

[@kathyclore7314]

So sorry for the loss of RJ. You are exactly right. Life on the farm can be very difficult at times and no matter what you do, you lose animals. Thoughts and prayers to you all.

[@camwesgigi]

I’m so sorry about RJ! He was a great addition to the farm. I hope he’s running free 🙏🏻

[@hotmessequines]

That's precious to see how happy all of them are at your farm ❤

[@cherylwatts2681]

Oh man, this is so heartbreaking. Poor little RJ. It was just one of those things that happens with animals. RJ couldn't holler at Steve and say, " Stop it, you're hurting me" but then again you never know how agressive RJ was getting and Steve said "Nope" But at least one special thing was that RJ passed away with his head on you lap, close to you as he crossed The Rainbow Bridge. Rest in peace sweet RJ. You were a legacy and you gave us many laughs and we will never forget you buddy.

[@constancestine1020]

Thank you Daniel for giving us all a chance to understand how poor RJ died. From the start I thought so much about what could have happened to him and fearing the worst was inevitable. It’s clear no one could have intervened to change the course of things. I will miss seeing and knowing about RJ & and of course, Rufus. So sorry for this loss for your farm family and subscribers, we will always remember them.

[@karlenenew7391]

I am so sorry . Loved RJ. He will be missed

[@oressashea6358]

That's life on a farm. You are doing your best & I love watching.

[@beverlysmith2407]

I am glad you were there holding RJ. So sorry for the loss of your beautiful alpaca.😢❤

[@tomgrey2137]

Oh man! So sorry for your loss 😞 RJ was definitely a special fella! I’ve seen the death thro of animals and it’s not easy to handle. Daniel I so appreciate your transparency with your farm and family. Your videos bring so many memories from when I had animals to care for and the good, the bad and unfortunately the ugly of caring for animals. Good thing you are real my friend! May God continue to bless you and your family 😎

[@diamond_girl29]

So very sorry for your loss, dear Arms family. 😢 You did all you could do for him and glad he wasn’t alone when he passed. You take such good care of them all. ❤ And my sympathies for Linda’s chicks too. Sending healing and comforting thoughts to you all. 🙏🏻

[@halstonhoversten3496]

It’s so hard with farm livestock and you can’t always get them to a vet!!!!!!! Don’t blame yourself !!!!! I can tell that you love your animals and I share your heart break 😢

[@gaylebarnes2197]

Bless RJ's little heart. My prayers are with your family.

[@caroleshaffer2243]

I am so so sorry for the loss of RJ. Broke my heart to hear this. Hugs to your whole family. We all loved RJ.

[@jenniferduvall2899]

So sorry about RJ he was so loved peace to him and to you all 😢

[@deetrujillo557]

I'm so sorry you lost sweet precious adorable RJ. I sobbed like a baby at the news. Breaks my heart. He will be missed. RIP RJ. 💓🙏✌🌹.😘.

[@janetlutter9925]

Prayers for you all we loved Rufus and RJ

[@suehartwigsen1655]

So very sad for you all. Even though RJ could be obnoxious sometimes he was a handsome little Alpaca. ❤

[@JoyceYoung-k8k]

Breaks my heart.. Rj was our miracle Rufus boy! You did your best Daniel. It’s not your fault… farm life does suck sometimes.. but Rj had a great life there with you.. prayers for you all Daniel😢😢😢

[@silverkiss37]

I've seen a few cats bounce around like that before they die. One cat was hit by a van my mom was driving on our way to church. It just ran out in front of us and my mom hit it. It immediately started to bounce around really high in fact. It was awful to watch. Seeing RJ like that was really hard. I cried. I'm sorry you lost him and like that. Poor kid. Thanks for sharing. It's important for others to know what happened so maybe they can prevent something like this happening to them. It's good to see the love you share with your animals. It's good to see RJ wasn't alone when he died. Hugs.

[@LucyJazzy85]

The “coulda-shoulda-wouldas” always hit animal lovers/owners hard when our loved ones die even though we know rationally that we did everything in our power to help. ☮️💜

[@silverkiss37]

@@LucyJazzy85 It's crazy you commented this. Altho you didn't mean it to apply to this, I came home last night to my beautiful Betta boy dead. I was gone overnight and the power went out and when it came back on his tank heater malfunctioned, his water got to 40° colder than it should have been. I felt so guilty for not being there to save him from that death. He was an amazing fish. So much personality and beauty and charm. 💔

[@jeannedennis5863]

Omg, poor little RJ. That made me cry. Bless his sweet little heart. 😢

[@milliewilson9614]

Awww poor RJ 😢. RiP buddy. You will be missed. Bear sure shows his love for you Daniel. Sweet puppy. I love Bear , always will. He's a sweetie! So sorry 😞.

[@cyndycanfield9805]

I’m so sorry for your loss. I was sorry to see RJ suffer and I can see it was so hard for you. My thoughts are with you and your family. God bless you.

[@Sunny1-64]

I’m so sad to hear of your family’s loss!! RIP RJ!!!

[@TheKat1959]

RJ was something else indeed. He will be greatly missed. I am very sorry RJ suffered, no one would wish that. I hope the Arms Family will be able to recover from RJ’s passing. Daniel, you knew in your heart of hearts, loading RJ would have been too much. It’s a part of farm life. Some days it is amazing. Some days it breaks your heart. Sending healing vibes and positive energy to you and yours, family, friends and fans. Blessings 🙏🙏🙏

[@tinasachs8688]

I'm so sorry about RJ. His constant cute 'uhm' will definitely be missed. At least he didn't have to go through his last moments alone. Big hugs to you all!

[@kathybrown7141]

So sorry for your loss. RJ brought so much joy to you, your farm, and us fans! RIP RJ and the baby turkeys. 😢

[@deborahdavisreyes8589]

That was a very sad story and I am sorry for your loss. RIP RJ

[@harmytab9520]

I am so sorry for your loss. It is so very hard to lose any animal, especially those that you have invested so much time with.😢

[@barbarachestnut3099]

I am so sorry that you lost R.J. and your baby turkeys. You love all of your animals and you take very good care of all of them. R.J. died peacefully in your arms and he knew that you loved him. You have no reason to feel guilty, accidents happen. Thank you for your videos. I love watching them.

[@lindagoble7724]

Oh no, so sorry for his loss. He was such a character

[@lisafrazier9516]

I am so sorry for the loss of R.J . He was such a beautiful baby. My heart goes out to you and your family.

[@suesevern2940]

I’m so sorry with what happened to RJ 🫶🙏 Sending love to you all 🌹

[@wendydelisse3637]

I'm sorry for the loss of RJ and the 2 baby turkeys. Sending hugs and prayers to you and your family.🙏😇💓🙏👼💕

[@pamela5604]

Hugs and prayers to all of you. RJ will be missed.

[@peggywade9767]

I'm so sorry for the loss of RJ and babies turkeys, yes it's a part of life, I do thank you for sharing, love ya all and critters too!

[@carolfrancis6737]

My sister had a big dog with epilepsy & RJ'S flailing looked like one of those attacks. So, that broken neck probably got to the nervous system 😢. I know how much ya'll loved him. 💙

[@stevenmills3]

I am a 54 year old boy who’s been around animals my whole life, but I cried when I saw RJ in his death throw’s! !

[@cindiweber3075]

I'm older than 54, but I, too, got tears.

[@dianelitten-artz8407]

Neck injuries are horrible. It affects the brain. I cried as well.

[@deborahsievers789]

I am so sorry about RJ! He was so fun to watch growing up! I am crying like I he was my own! Rest well, RJ, and the babies! ❤❤❤😢😢❤❤

[@carolynjohnson6792]

I'm a 67 yr old Grandma of 10 & I cried out No !! Then bawled like crazy! He was the last lineage of Rufus ☹️😔 Love 🌻 from Apex NC 💜

[@WN_Byers]

At 54, it's not too late to learn the word 'throe'

[@sara-mk6nx]

I’m so sorry for your lost 😢

[@lookingforbluewater6162]

So very sorry for losing RJ. He was always loved and well cared for. We will all miss seeing him in your videos. 😪😪💔RIP sweet RJ

[@taylorswifties13-87]

It's feels like we lost Rufus again 😞 so sorry!! Rip RJ ❤😢

[@denisedavis6596]

Arms family, I’m so very sorry to hear this. RJ was such an awesome little guy. It wasn’t anyone’s fault, it was a horrible accident. I was proud to hear you were going to give him a last act of kindness if it would have come to that. He will be remembered fondly and with love. 💛

[@patticarlin6110]

I’m so sorry about RJ😢. Sending hugs and prayers to all of you🙏🏻.

[@CFGossettAbbasHealingArts]

I am so sorry about RJ. That makes me so sad to hear about his passing. He will be missed so much because he was such a sweet boy. You are in my prayers.

[@gmhun]

Daniel I’m so sorry that you all lost RJ. He was a special little guy. All of the viewers on your channel were so surprised when he was born and the spitting image of his father! Just goes to show that all Vets aren’t right all the time. Life on a farm is not easy and things happen that are beyond our control. My thoughts are with you all ❤

[@RyanPerkins-lm7cb]

So Sorry for your Loss! RJ was Absolutely Adorable! He will be Missed! Sending Love and Big Comforting Hugs to you and your Family! God Bless! ❤️🤗

[@joyceoprea6928]

So sorry for the loss of RJ

[@kathleengalovic1514]

😢😢oh no this news is so sad 😢😢😢I'm so sorry for the loss of RJ he was such an awesome animal 😢😢😢

[@darlahartman2003]

Hi Arms family. You're right: it sucks of what happened to RJ. Life on a farm isn't always sunshine and roses. Sorry for your loss but there's other animals that need your care. Life does go on! Thanks for sharing your adventures with us and keep up the great work. 👍😊❤

[@christinecosta2143]

I’m sorry for your loss. Loved RJ

[@ginnyatkinson1623]

Arm's family sorry for your loss. RJ was a cool guy and will be missed. It is farm life we all do our best to take care of our animals, but sometimes things happen that are out of our control. RIP RJ. Prayers, love, and hugs to the Arms family. 🙏❤️🫂

[@sondrakendall2483]

He’s going to be missed. RIP RJ. 😢