The Injured Bison Bull We Rescued!

[@carldesouza632]

You are doing a great job taking care of this Bison he has a great home now keep us updated

[@andrewj9831]

Listening to your vet is the best thing to do, he's respected by you and others.

[@dianacox2293]

That is so true. He works close with Doc. Parsons and should continue to listen to his vet.

[@theoldhunter6072]

@@dianacox2293 Doc Parsons is the world's leading expert with bison. What ever he says is the gospel. Bought my herd from him.

[@tamick2000]

Yes, we cannot fix everything. If he was a wild bison, he would live with this until he couldn't. As long as he has quality of life and when he doesn't I am sure you will make a decision then for what is best.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Tamick how are you doing today.

[@debrabeam5474]

I'd just call him Lumpy. He can have a good life as long as he lives. Thanks for the update. God bless 🇺🇸❤

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Debra how are you doing today.

[@joannsuggs1636]

We all are a little different, but everyone deserves a chance at a long happy life. At your ranch, Lumpy will have just that. He will be well cared for, we all know that, for sure! God bless.

[@dianacox2293]

Amen to that

[@tomdeschesne9391]

You guys really believe that? Really? He got him for views and free meat. 🙄🙄🙄

[@janicetucker3312]

That's all you can hope for...maybe I should start a You Tube page. My oldest cow will be 18 yrs old in September. She is retired.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Jo Ann how are you doing today.

[@furryfriends1639]

Bless his heart just let him live out his life as long as he can. So glad to hear how he's doing.

[@donnaworrall9353]

As long as he can will probably involve suffering

[@furryfriends1639]

@@donnaworrall9353 I hope the little guy is not suffering. I'm sure the vet checked him out and knows whether or not to put him down.

[@leann4925]

Dusty I live with a Hernia and have already had surgery where they put it back in but popped out again. There are a lot of folks that live with Hernias. So animals can do the same thing but just with humans you just keep an eye on it. I do understand how Lumpy might feel. Bison meat is healthy and I just love it. It's not a fatty meat so you need to cook it differently than you would a fatty beef. The older the Bison the better the meat is. Thanks!

[@janicetucker3312]

Glad I saw this I had a dairy first calf heifer calve last week and when we brought her in to milk her we discovered a lump on her side yesterday she was with her calf for 3.5 days before we separated them. So I called and left a message on my vet's recorder today the lump on my girl doesn't appear to be bothering her and I don't know how long she's had it. But seeing this video has given me a little hope the way our luck goes I was thinking cancer. But we'll have our vet inspect her and see what he says. He's pretty sharp. He diagnosed a blocked secum on a cow several yrs ago. He himself had never seen one outside of vet school at Purdue. And I think the many attending the vet school at the time were in the exam room when we arrived at Purdue. I'm not one to post on FB and ask the question what's wrong with my cow? Glad you were able to round this boy up and get him loaded and that he'll have the proper care he needs. I'm nearly 64 and have been around dairy cattle all my life and am still learning.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Janice how are you doing today.

[@wanderertimetogo348]

Let him live his best life. As long as he is not in pain.

[@dianacox2293]

Yes amen to that

[@tomdeschesne9391]

He IS in PAIN. And they arent keeping him. They can NOT use him for anything (except for views) or afford to keep him. Be realistic here.

[@lamebubblesflysohigh]

that is the thing, unless he is in severe pain that impairs his ability to move and feed, you don't know if he is in pain or not.

[@tomdeschesne9391]

@@lamebubblesflysohigh he is in pain. Ask anyone who has a hernia. Exspecially after they eat and food moves through their guts. He was a wild animal and he couldnt keep up with his herd. That is why he stayed with a herd of cattle. He wasnt standing when they went to "rescue" him. They shot him and he was staggering b4 the dart took affect. He has lost alot of weight since his rescue. He is being bullied (pecking order) from the other yearlings. He is the smallest and his ribs is showing. His hernia is alot bigger now then when he got there No, he is not happy and he is in pain. Just saying the truth.

[@tomdeschesne9391]

@@lamebubblesflysohigh oh, by the way, im a 62 year old farmer (all my life. Not a new homesteader) i rehab animals and worked out as an animal control officer and have worked with wild life services. I am speaking from experience and skill and not from my heart or dream world (what i wish life could be). I seen my son lose weight b4 till his ribs showed. He couldnt eat food cause it cause to much pain when it went through his system. It hurt trying to squeeze through the tear in the muscle that holds your guts in and hurts when you try to push the guts back in. And i have known many others with hernias. They aint fun. You have to have surgery. They wont do surgery on this bull cause of the cost and they will just dress him anyway. Just telling the facts.

[@lindasimmons131]

He doesn't seem to be in pain and it doesn't appear to bother him. I agree , I would never have him undergo surgery unless it was necessary for his life. He looks happy and well fed....that's what counts.I❤🙏

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Linda how are you doing today.

[@lindasimmons131]

@@jarrypason9884 you are being REPORTED FOR SPAM....LEAVE PEOPLE ALONE CREEP.

[@lisaroberts8015]

Best of luck to Lumpy !!! He is in great hands and hopefully he does well.

[@trellenrussey8432]

God Bless you for taking him in...worming him and giving him his shots, good food and minerals to keep him as healthy as possible! I understand surgery just isn't a good option, Doc said it is so badly ripped inside that getting the torn edges to stay together would almost surely be impossible...he is top of the line bison vet! As long as he's not suffering, and obviously he's not, wonderful of you to let him live happy, well fed, his being at the bottom of "pecking" order is normal, one in any herd always will be, so that's a normal thing in his life. He's got a 'family' so he's happy. People and animals can live fine with a hernia, if he gets a problem with it, you will know quickly, and of course put him out of pain. SO glad you took him in, lots of people would have just shot him rather than mess with him. Lumpy I think is a good name. We know you will keep a close eye on his health. You are such a good person!❤❤❤❤

[@alisonlightner866]

Thanks for the update Dusty on Lumpy.

[@jodysappington7008]

glad lumpy will be safe and live out his life no matter how long .thank you

[@deborahbarton3340]

Let him live as long as he can God Bless.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Deborah how are you doing today.

[@rhondabritt972]

Glad Lumpy is doing well. Let him live his best life there. Thank you for sharing your bison. Hope you and the family have a wonderful day. Love you guys

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Rhonda how are you doing today.

[@lucygoodwin5259]

I'm glad you rescued him and to let him live the best of his life

[@michaelmoore1779]

Thanks for rescuing Lumpy! And the updated information, if i were in your boots, i'd listen to Doc also.

[@julie-annecordwell3290]

Thank you for letting everyone know that lumpy is ok and your awesome for taking care of him with your herd

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Julie how are you doing today.

[@Loubur52]

Lumpy seems to be happy to be with the other young bisons. Thank you for taking care of him.

[@joanharkin6540]

Thanks for sharing this !! Bless you all !!

[@angiekhaines9692]

I think he is in good hands with you . At least he get to live his life in a safe place. Be safe

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Angie how are you doing today.

[@adelacoburn1396]

Thanks Dusty for the update on Lumpy

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Adela how are you doing today.

[@cherylcraven2884]

Thank you for looking out and taking care of Lumpy! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Cheryl how are you doing today.

[@DiamondDoorsInc]

"Just going to take care of him as best we can". That is all you can do! Interesting video, thanks for sharing!

[@sharonlogsdon2894]

Thanks for the update on Mr Lumpy. I know you will take good care of him while under your care.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Sharon how are you doing today.

[@marysmith9934]

Glad you are taking good care of Lumpy. Sounds for sure that he may not survive surgery. Just let him enjoy his life, good idea.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Mary how are you doing today.

[@debbyschweighardt5810]

I totally agree. Keep bisen as bisen. They are very special animals. If his hernia is not repairable, then, let him live out his very best life happy and with others of his own kind. I so love these bisen. Thank you for taking such good care of Lumpy, and his friends.

[@coopie624]

Your love of bison is evident in how you care for them. Thank you for helping grow the North American Bison population!

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Jackie how are you doing today.

[@alexanderhenshaw3779]

Thanks for letting us know.

[@melb7948]

I think whatever you decide to do will be good. You’re very wise with your herds. Thank you for sharing.

[@tinafortin8958]

Thanks for the update on Lumpy... He is Blessed that you are going to care for him and let him enjoy life as part of the herd 👍 God's Continual Blessings to you and yours 🙏😇💝

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Tina how are you doing today.

[@jackiekemmerer2512]

Thank you for caring about lumpy

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Jackie how are you doing today.

[@kmm291]

This is a great channel. Never expected I’d be interested in bison!

[@MissLoriAAnne]

Same !!

[@sharonhayes65]

Thank you Dusty for have such a kind soul!! Prayers for Lumpys long healthy life.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Sharon how are you doing today.

[@lindahipp8329]

Good luck with LUMPY. Sounds like you're doing the best you can for him. You ALWAYS take care of your BISON. GOD BLESS Y'ALL.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Linda how are you doing today.

[@viviangrantz2572]

He’s got a good life and when it’s time it time. You provided excellent care for your animals.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Vivian how are you doing today.

[@15yearsdylan56]

Bless you Dusty.may the sun shine on every path you take.one of the nicest kindest humans I’ve ever heard of.many blessings to you n your family.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😊😇😇😇😇😇😇🇬🇧

[@hexabob57]

Aww.... Lumpy. I think he found the place he needs to be with you guys. He's going to be loved and properly cared for moving forward. He's a Lucky Guy.

[@jameswest332]

Happy that you are taking care of Him !!

[@teresaatwater672]

Thank you for caring for him and giving him a good life!

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Teresa how are you doing today.

[@deloischavis3257]

May God bless you for taking good care of this animal.💞

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Delois how are you doing today.

[@Angel-yl1ck]

Thank you for another kind and compassionate yt. Lumpy may have problems in the future, but he will surely have a great life with you.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Angel how are you doing today.

[@maryschultze624]

He looks happy with his friends! Thanks for sharing! Love 💕 & hugs 🤗 God bless

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Mary how are you doing today.

[@karolynnolson3359]

Thank u for the update. I can tell that u really do care for these bison.

[@Orangeshebert]

I’m a nurse and both understand and agree with Dusty’s explanation. At some point in may be a problem, but for now watch and wait is a good plan. Thanks for the update.

[@donnaparrish7638]

He’s in the best place he can be. Lumpy is a fortunate little bison. Thanks for sharing.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Donna how are you doing today.

[@ShortOrderCook]

Thanks for caring and looking after him. Look forward to watching his story. Bless him!

[@ellennugent6964]

Good to see he's up and a obout and doing well God bless 🙏 your family

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Ellen how are you doing today.

[@lisacepluch1152]

gosh he's cute. hope his body heals itself as he gets older and stronger. thanks for taking him in!!

[@traceyrenfro2937]

Your living one of the best lives. A farm with nostalgic animals. Thank you for sharing.

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Tracy how are you doing today.

[@twodollarboy06]

It sounds like it is not bothering him too much and if that is what you guys decide to do to keep you herd healthy and safe by all means do what’s best for your animals. These are your income and as subscriber to channel thank you for show us your animals they are looking good

[@Maybe_Crazy05]

The other issue is they have no clue how long he’s had that hernia and it’s gotten so big I highly doubt he has enough muscle to even cover the hole. Usually with hernia’s they have to be repaired right away. Poor baby and it’s so unfortunate but he will live out whatever time he has left being taken great care of and a happy life however long it is.

[@BlackBilby]

I get it. If you push the intestines back in they may be so crowded, some will loose circulation and necrosis will set in. You may be able to remove part of his intestine to make more room but I doubt the stapled muscle wall will heal. He would just rip out the staples. You can't confine him in a stall.

[@MissLoriAAnne]

He’s a very lucky Bison that you rescued him. I think Lumpy is a good name poor guy. At least he’s with you so he can be looked after.

[@rebelm1133]

Lumpy is a great name. He looks happy with his crew🥰

[@bigmamankc6101]

Thank you Dusty for doing the Right thing. Big Respect to ya. Thanks for the update too‼️Kansas City Loves You Baby ♥️

[@mindymcintosh9865]

Awwwwww...glad you found him. He looks content.

[@patriciabeyer7824]

👋👋 Good morning. 🙌🙌 I hope all goes well for Lumpy. 🥰 The bison look good. Thanks for sharing.🙏☝️🙌👍👍

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Patricia how are you doing today.

[@edwinleach7401]

Lump will gradually get larger. One day it may split open when the wall loses it integrity. Wish a vet could put some kind of mattress sutures in to at least hold the hernia at bay. He may end up living a normal life, one just can't predict the future. Thank you for taking him in and helping him out. My wife and I are running a homeless shelter for cats and dogs. A great thing happened today. I found a beautiful peach calico cat in my garage. Since she was friendly we took her in and put her in a room by herself. Several people took pictures and within hours she was on multiple lost and found sites. After a week of caring for and feeding her all she could eat we found that she was already taken by a neighbor two doors down. They were so excited to see their baby. We were excited getting her to her real home.

[@marcellahill4181]

Thanks Dusty for all that I have learned about the American Bison. I live in Lawton and we visit the Wichita Mountains often, so learning about these wonderful animals is appreciated.

[@dawnracelis8220]

Your doing the Best job you can for Lumpy he's with his people and living his BEST LIFE! THANK YOU for all you do for all of them. They are amazing ANIMALS

[@janesecaraway3995]

I like lumpy! The best thing you can do for him is what you are doing...giving him his best life! Being lived and cared for like you do so well!! From Montgomery al

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Janese how are you doing today.

[@barbshooter7635]

So happy that you are going to provide Lumpy with a good loving home. Thank you for all the good work you do

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Barb how are you doing today.

[@bridgetgreene2457]

Glad Lumpy is doing good !

[@lilitharam44]

Thanks for giving Lumpy a home and letting him feel normal and happy again with other Bison. Regardless of the length of his life, he's happy now and able to live his best life. If he were wild then there wouldn't be a surgery, sometime you have to let Mother Nature handle things. Your little bebes, at the end of the video, are cute! Hopefully you'll get two more healthy little girl bebes this season.

[@wykeishacraft6820]

Good Morning to Cross Timbers Bison and all others too. Great to see beautiful bisons again.

[@LadyDi205]

I’m glad your going to give him a chance in life and that’s why I love this channel. You can tell how important these animals are to you from the way you take care of them. 😀

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Diane how are you doing today.

[@LynneDemonQueen1]

Lol I call my f150 Lumpy because it had been hit on the side before I got it and it's "Lumpy". So happy seeing Bison Lumpy doing well in your herd. I watched your rescue video, so nice to get an update. As long as he's thriving and is pain free it's just a visual flaw.

[@reneecassidy7279]

Poor little guy, I feel so bad for him, but he looks like he is enjoying his life among the herd and that’s the most important thing!

[@cristyrawks6325]

Thanks for the update! He's at the best place with y'all. Lumpy is just fine. 😁

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Cristy how are you doing today.

[@rshoemaker7368]

Lumpy is in the possible place one way or another. Thank you Dusty for taking him into your herd.

[@raynonabohrer5624]

I'm happy he doing fine. ☺ been worried about him. Thank you for the update.

[@janetscott5252]

Good job! Listening to your vet is the best thing!! 🙏💕🙏

[@carlettastover1718]

Let him enjoy life as long as he is able. Thank you for taking good care of him.

[@mscampbell1242]

Love the updates on Old Lumpy!! Let him live until his time to go!!

[@LikeBoss7777]

THANKS FOR SHARING WITH US ON THE RESCUE BISON, DUSTY!!! HE'S LOOKING GOOD!!!

[@mindyspencer412]

Baby! Bless Lumpy & you for caring for him.

[@Malvo0ovlaM]

Lumpy sounds good, maybe Captain Lump! Hope he keeps his health up, and have a decent pain free bison life... and maybe gets a bit higher on the pecking order.

[@roberthertzberg4421]

Thanks for the update Dusty. Keep him happy.

[@martineinfrance]

Poor thing. Thank you to have rescued Lumpy from an horrible destiny and give him the best care you can in his life.👍 At least he is safe from predators, well fed and receives medical attention.

[@wykeishacraft6820]

I pray Lumpy and the others bisons be ok and stay safe. Thanks for sharing and keeping the updates. Great video everyone have a bless day.

[@mlee6842]

Thank you! Was concerned...what happened to him? Compassionate care. Do love buffalo burgers....🌻🌻😸🦉

[@Isabella-nh5dm]

Thank you for update. Sounds like all the right things have happened and are going to happen. Glad you had others that are suitable for him to be in with. Some people don't know there are animals that do well alone and others that really need to be with others of their kind to stay well emotionally and physically.

[@benhesterly462]

Best of luck Lumpy, may you have a long life.

[@jaditelady173mary4]

Mr. Lumpy it is! I like it! Thank you for sharing the update. Like all farm animals he will serve a purpose to feed a family.

[@leemullally8774]

Dusty, thanks for the update on Lumpy. Just keeping him safe and healthy is important.

[@jenhalliburton6251]

Good for lumpy. I know you are keeping an eye out for him. Hugs

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Jen how are you doing today.

[@jenhalliburton6251]

@@jarrypason9884 doing okay dad is now needing my care. Weird being that adult. Hugs

[@jarrypason9884]

@@jenhalliburton6251 Am from Columbus Ohio Lake, and you?

[@dianebree774]

Poor wee Lumpy . It's amazing how animals just get on with things . At least hes been fed ,watered and respected regardless of his out come 👊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@T_P_W_ThachoZenjuan]

Thanks for the Lumpy Ernie Hernia! Some people just don't understand what that kind of "fix" entails, and that's usually death via euthanasia. You are giving him a chance at life with his people. Can't beat that.

[@None979]

Thanks for the update on Lumpy and his bumpy!

[@danne112]

I think ur doing a great job with mr. lumpy. Ur Giving him a happy life until his days, months, or yrs are up. Love watching ur videos here from upstate NY. [Binghamton] love watching ur baby girl grow up with these bisons.

[@debbiew.7094]

I love your passion for your animals! I think the name Lumpy is cute! I wouldn't do surgery either! Just give him a happy loving home with his own kind to live his life out is so sweet! 😊❤

[@jarrypason9884]

Hello Debbie how are you doing today.

[@angel12boucher17]

Sweet of you to take care of him…hope he’s in no pain

[@BackHomeAgain]

I was wondering about him, thank you for the update 😊 I hope he does well and the hernia doesn't get worse.

[@drummerdm1016]

Its awesome you are going to give him a shot to live a normal life. Says a lot about your love of these animals. Thank you

[@darlenestorer8898]

BLESS you for making a home for this homeless bison

[@pattylcravatta]

Lumpy! I like His Name! Wishing Lumpy the Best! Just enjoy Lumpy as is! I’m a retired Special Needs Teacher! I’ve a soft spot for the underdog! Thank-you for the updated!

[@larryfisher5796]

From what I seen from your channel you are giving him the best care you can.as long as he not in pain when let him live out his in your good care .P-S LOVE YOUR CHANNEL KEEP UP THE GREAT JOB LOVE WHAT YOU ARE DOING TO PRESERVE THESE GREAT ANIMALS

[@harperc3]

I just found you folks. God Bless you for taking Lumpy and giving him a good and caring home.

[@Skylaire]

Thank you for the update! I had a dream about this guy after I saw and shared your rescue video! SO AWESOME! Thank you for helping to perpetuate and improve the most majestic creature North America has ever produced (in our lifetimes, anyhow - I would be lying if I didn't think it would be amazing to have prides of saber tooth cats and herds of mastodons, also...) I am still on the look out for a male bison bull for my lady bison friend. Eva, who lives on the grounds of a beautiful hot springs in rural Nevada...