The Reason I Chose To Keep This GUARD DOG PUPPY

[@helenbonanno4804]

Whoa baby, look at the size of Russell’s paws!!!!!!

[@clarissecoopersmith8193]

I love the heart on Russell's tail

[@MuttieRo]

Mojo will be a wonderful teacher to Russell....

[@marinemom5630]

I knew it. He's the one I picked, if I was getting one of the pups. He is so handsome. I believe he's gonna be a great guardian dog.

[@klcpca]

We called it!!!!! There is just something "special" between you and Russell..... can't wait to watch him grow and become a great LGD!!!! Mr. Mojo will be a great teacher! Happy Birthday Skeeter!!! ❤❤❤

[@beckymowery5532]

Happy Birthday Skeeter! Such a cute little dog. Kevin, just love your videos! Glad you are keeping Russell. He's a good boy!

[@sandraayotte1431]

I had no idea which one was the one you were keeping but I was hoping that it was one of the blonde one and I knew that Mojo would be training it, I was hoping you would pick a cuter name but I can understand the name reason but since I am a great grandma and don’t keep up with Disney movies anymore and didn’t know there was a Disney character by the name of Russel now I know and can understand Thanks for letting us that didn’t know about this naming thing.

[@vicwei4302]

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[@marylouise890]

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[@kathleenredick275]

I've thought it would be Russel because you talked to him by name so often. ❤ I'm glad. I'm sure Mojo will be a great teacher. The weather has been weird here in AZ, too. Everything from almost 80 to hail and thunderstorms to frozen car windows several mornings (and there's no pattern to what we're going to get).

[@carmelrose6327]

Daisy was so beautiful 😍🥰😍🥰😍

[@brigidconroy2111]

Oh Mojo and him are gonna be a great pair

[@kimholland3361]

They are showing their emotions

[@DebbieVerrett-wb8nt]

His heart on his tail means full of love and loyality♥️🤗♥️

[@jennymartindale6786]

Kora keeps rolling on her back because she's wanting that belly scratched! She's so pretty!!❤❤❤

[@joanivanhorn9639]

I KNEW IT WAS RUSSELL !!! He's a good choice.

[@priscillabuckland6097]

I knew it! Russell is so cute as they all were. 😍

[@shargomol3572]

yup, I knew it. Russell was the first pup you called by name.Nice pick Kevin. I think the heart on his tail is from Daisy saying she approves. Miss Daisy was such a beautiful girl, she is missed. Russell will be a big boy❤❤❤

[@dormiacrouch1905]

He is a very handsome little fella 🥰👍

[@KrazeeFoxx735]

Baby Mojo's apprentice!!! He has big shoes to fill when Mojo retires.

[@janellreno7480]

I guessed right,you can tell difference when the 3 dogs get together.🤗❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@dianedunkes2281]

I was praying it was Russell. The special way Rachel said his name and spoke to him, just assured me that he was the one. Kevin, you also mentioned he would someday be replacing Mojo so I thought your pick would be a male. Love your u-tube. Kevin, you and Rachel take such good care of and love your animals so much.

[@teresaatwater672]

Daisy was a super dog. Glad you kept Russell!

[@Ciciye12]

I remember Daisy, I loved her as well. You could tell she was very loyal to all! It was sad. I can understand.

[@jude6516]

I knew it!! Russel is the perfect choice. He's a male like, Mojo, he's light color like Mojo, and he has the genes of Leeske and Cora! He's going to be a great asset to your farm. Looking forward to his training as the "rookie" guard dog!

[@mikesoule1352]

Any one of those puppies would have been an excellent choice. Can't wait to see Russel's life and training. He's beautiful! Congratulations!!! 🤩

[@LorinDeCamp]

So happy you kept Russell. 🎉❤

[@margaretgarls153]

Russell is so lucky to have his parents. You and Rachel are such good pet parents.

[@cindyvaca7620]

I guessed right! Russell is a cutie! It will be fun to watch him learn and grow. 😄

[@rebeccashaffer5710]

I knew it was Russell! You always talked to him! 💙

[@marionscott3248]

I am so happy. He picked you as well. 👍💓

[@konetashelton4130]

❤ Smiling. So glad Russell was your choice. The "heart" on Russell's tail....might be in remembrance of Daisy.

[@mariposa5900]

I knew, dead give away !!!! You spent a lot of time with him, calling his name !!! He's so cute !!!! It's going to be hard with out the others around!!!; he'll be all right !!!! Thank you for sharing !!! Teresa California

[@caroleshaffer2243]

Awe,so glad you kept Russell,he is such a good boy. He will do an amazing job. Happy Birthday Skeeter.

[@bluestartears6405]

I knew it was Russell. He's such a cute little guy. Happy birthday puppy Skeeter 🦴🦴

[@carolinechew2432]

I’ve never seen Cora PLAY before!!! Was Lovely!!! She’s always so serious,-- and a little moody. Great Mom 😊❤😊❤😊

[@Linnie-mm3gt]

You got My Heart, When you Start talking About "Your Baby Girl, "MS. DAISY", You Lost"...😢... It brought me to tears, "Again"... I'll Tell You What, "Ms. Cora", Is One "Beautiful Smart Momma Girl"... I Love Her So Much, Also... I figured It Was Pup Russell, because of his Color... I Thought That, "The Night He Was Born"... "I Felt That Night", Yaw'll Was Keeping Him... The Heart on His Tail is Love/Sign, From MS. DAISY, & "GOD"... "I Feel"... ❤❤❤... "He Is A Sweet BabyBoy"...

[@Linnie-mm3gt]

🎉🎉🎉... "Happy Birthday" Skeeter... 🥳🥳🥳... We Love You... 💙🙏💙...

[@bevosp1254]

Russell was a great choice. You are his best buddy. Daisy was so pretty and smart.

[@PrayingMama07]

Aww so fun!!!Im glad Kora gets to keep her boy!

[@Queenbee-pm3nz]

YAY puppy russell we called it. Thank you all who got the puppies for not sharing. Well happy Mr. Mojo is better and he will be happy with helping Russell ❤❤. Sending love to all the family and to the new member as well ❤❤

[@tammyhenry2073]

So happy that it was Russell good choice happy birthday Skeeter

[@Godlover614]

The heart on his tail says he was conceived in love 😄! Either that, or that he's full of love 🥰.

[@kympeplau1635]

I knew Russell was special the minute I saw him and you would pick him. Russell has beautiful coloring! Congrats again on those wonderful pups!

[@daniellondell311]

The orignal color of the kangal. Handsome dog!

[@jackiearmstrong8960]

Happy birthday Skeeter

[@CH.2024.]

We ALL knew it!! Congrats on the whole puppy adventure -- you guys rocked it! Love watching all of you and it will be fun to see Russel grow up. 😍❤💜💙

[@carmelrose6327]

Happy Birthday baby boy 🎉🎉🎉🎉😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@jerriewyatt905]

Happy birthday Skeeter!❤🎉I really love Smeegle , he’s such a character.. I’m a cat person anyway.. Hopefully when Mojo is ready to retire Russell will be well trained.. especially if he’s as quick to learn as Mama and Papa..I was hoping you’d keep one of the buff colored puppies..

[@lindanelson3568]

I knew it was Russel.😊 he is going to be special can't wait to see him grow. I've raised and showed dogs many years ago and I think you're family and Cora and Lesky did a great job for your first time with puppies.

[@lizard4108]

I knew it was going to be Russell and I'm so glad. He does remind us of Daisy. He's going to be an absolutely awesome livestock guardian dog. Can't wait to watch him go through his training and I can't wait to see how he reacts to Mojo. Love you guys.

[@patriciatrani2071]

😮😮

[@kireenagulen4099]

This is exactly what I was thinking, he reminds me of sweet Daisy. He will be a great guard pup.

[@DeniseHoltz]

Rachel, We really admire your genuineness at the Expo. It made me feel so special that you recognized May and I each time we saw you! We had such a great time meeting some of our You Tubers. We would love to help out in some way next year. What a wonderful event you guys put on! We are already planning our vacation around your event each year!

[@marcamp5450]

Russell’s feet are huge. Wait till he grows into them. He’s adorable. Glad u kept him. ❤

[@jenifermorrell1918]

What an amazing mom Cora is!!!

[@patriciawilburn5431]

Oh I almost started crying when you mentioned Daisy. Russell does look a lot like her. I'm sure he'll be great 👍

[@daisykoga2477]

I knew it was Russell because you had an additional attachment to him. There was something in your voice when you called his name. You favored him more it seemed. Great choice Kevin! ❤😂

[@margesteinmetz863]

Cora has a limp in the front quarter. A lot of guessed that right. Welcome Russell 🫶 He loved the egg. Blessings to HHF 🫶🙏🫶🙏🥰

[@LeighSGetchellGatto]

I know Kevin and I know it’s very special for you guys to have a grand pup and I know you lost a favorite pup and you always loved having tan colored pups

[@barbarawalsh4936]

Cora has been walking funny on her left front leg for more than a week. Some days it's really noticeable.

[@hisservants8003]

I noticed she seemed to be struggling walking. I wasn't sure if she was in pain or still recovering from having the pups.

[@LegendHold1]

She's had trouble with that leg a few other times. I hope she doesn't have a genetic elbow issue.

[@kookycat9663]

Did Kora not injure her leg a while ago? If so, she could have developed some arthritis in that injured joint, which the weather could affect that old injury, same as humans, as does walking alot & standing/lying/sitting in the same place for a while.

[@pwdohio123]

I have noticed the same lameness, hopefully not Lyme disease….

[@juliemoore2536]

Having pups doesnt cause lameness or injury, maybe from playing with pups too hard, etc 🤔

[@beckpoe1175]

I knew it from about a week after they were born! Knew he looked like daisy. Knew his name before any of the others! Just had to make my husband come in to see I was right!😂😂😂 He’s a handsome boy! Can’t wait to watch him grow in love!❤️

[@maryrussell979]

So happy it was Russell he has a great personality. Happy birthday Skeeter! I wanted to be at the expo, but I’m not able to go. Would have loved to meet you all. I live my life through you guys. Love you all. Take care and stay strong. God bless

[@QuinSteph]

They didn't know his personality when they chose him.

[@Lwah0812]

Happy birthday Skeeter! 🎉 I figured it would be one of the light colored ones because the others were like Leeski and Kora and the light ones made me think of Daisy. It was quite some time before I zeroed in on Russell, others figured it out long before I did. Russell was telling daddy Leeski “The big two legged weird animal took me out into the great big beyond and just put me down and it was scary.”

[@terrimills8609]

I don’t remember how I found y’all, but I started watching your channel the day you took Daisy to the vet for surgery…..I cried when you lost her because of the pain I knew your family was going through. So very sorry for your loss. Russell will be a great family member and learn his place well. Congratulations! ❤❤❤

[@kimvaverek]

Same

[@kajohnson2469]

Me as well, and haven't missed a single video since!

[@carmelrose6327]

Yes I remember too..... I cried also. I felt their lost. ❤❤❤

[@janetmcdonald9340]

Same!

[@deannaray4837]

😊​@@kimvaverek

[@onlyborders]

From the day he lost his collar and you never replaced it I knew. Then when you called him Russell on the regular when you couldn't remember the other pups names that was another give away. He would have been my pick. Can't wait to watch him grow up.

[@Guys-Mom]

Yes exactly.. old yeller right

[@TessBoze]

That rain is deafening. Wow!

[@joannemckinley2487]

I totally guess wrong, but I am so glad that you kept Russell. I hadn't thought about him looking like Daisy, but I saw it once you said it. Russell will make a great addition to Hidden Heights Farm.

[@tinamariebutton3962]

Happy Birthday little bug ❤

[@fifi2154]

Congratulations Russell welcome to the farm! Looking forward to watching you grow & train. 😘😘😘

[@MadonnaSwimmer]

Russell was meant to be with you,the heart is a symbol of long lasting love forever.

[@janicefreedman8173]

Hi Kevin and Rachel, I knew you were going to keep Russell. He just seemed to be a special little puppy. I cried when you talked about Daisy. I absolutely adored her, and was devastated when she got sick. You were so good to Daisy, doing everything you could to make her better. I am glad you had a great time at your conference, wow, three years of doing it now. My favorite animal next to Daisy is Deputy Sheriff Smeagle. He is the smartest, sweetest cat. I hope you realize how special Smeagle is. All of your animals are special, Mojo is such a joy of a dog. Not a fan of the weird Emu though. I prefer your ducks and pretty geese. Life with only one puppy, enjoy Russell. 😊

[@joycechivis6317]

I remember Daisy. She was such a good girl.

[@gingin294]

I nailed it. Woo hoo.❤❤

[@Oakleyracer]

Cora is like a little puppy when she wants to play.

[@JuJuLotz]

She is a puppy. Sad she had to have her own so young

[@maryluxa4408]

Happy Birthday to Skeeter! He’s such a cutie. 🎉🎉🎉 I was sure you would pick Russell. Hope he listens to Mojo and learns to take good care of his charges! Love Mr Smeagle too!

[@vanessakammerer5602]

Happy birthday, Sheriff skeeter, we all figured you were keeping Russell. He's a handsome boy. Hopefully, he'll train easily with Mojo at the lead . Glad you all enjoyed the expo. God bless yas. We loved Miss Daisy, brought tears to my eyes, she was a awesome dog

[@kthornton6323]

I’m glad you kept Russel, but I wish you had kept one of the girls too. They were all beautiful. I’m looking forward to watching him get trained and seeing how he and Mojo bond.

[@roseannecoggan3565]

Happy Birthday Skeeter!🎉 Glad Russell is staying, he will make a great LGD.❤

[@debraelliott8371]

❤Happy Birthday Skeeter!!🎉 Yeah Russell he likes his egg😊 Russell is like let me back in the gate not sure i like it out her. Hi dad help me😊! You, Rachel,Kiya did good with everything you do & those pups are proof of your good job! God Bless & Love you all to! See you next time! 👋😉🙏🙏🤗😊❤💜✝️

[@NancyGail]

Russell sure does look so similar to Daisy! He is so adorable, and watching Kora play with him is awesome! He is one lucky puppy to have Mom & Dad, Kayla and Kaleb, and Skeeter, Smeegle, Mojo, and you & Rachel as his forever family! Happy Birthday Skeeter ❤‍🩹

[@katherinewillie9776]

I had commented that my guess was Russell back in a few videos past. If Russell recently had gotten wormed sometimes they poop them out and the wiggle and itch if they are in the middle of coming out all the way when they poop. I love your momma dog.✌🏻❤🤠

[@marciemiller6250]

I’ve actually heard of the disease that brought about the loss of Daisy but I’ve never heard of it occurring in a dog. The next couple of weeks of Russell spending time with his parents but especially with Cora she will teach him so much. Not just about being an LGD but she will teach him a lot about being a good dog. Congrats on your growing LGD, I can’t wait to watch him as he learns and grows.

[@dorothyvarga6251]

I just knew you were going to keep him, there was just something between you with him from the very beginning. I can see your happiness in your face, and he will be a great addition to the family!

[@cliffords.8341]

Happy birthday Mr. Skeeter!💥🎈 I didn't know you had chosen Russell, but I hopped you had and yes he looks like Ms. Daisy. I can't believe it's been three years. She was definitely a loving and loyal family member. Maybe the heart on Russell's tail is a sign from Ms. Daisy. I can't wait to see him grow up into a great LGD, but not too quickly. 😊🧓

[@Sassy2084]

I was thinking along those lines also as far as the heart. Daisy was telling him to love this one like she loved him. ❤❤❤

[@christinastewart9830]

🎉Happy Birthday Skeeter!🎉 Wahoo! I guess right! Russell is so cute! He's missin his brother and sisters. He atleast has mom and dad. Momma really loves her baby boy! Too sweet.❤❤

[@lisakaufman7366]

🥳 Happy Birthday Skeeter 🧁. Russell was a great pick. He's a cutie 😊.

[@RafaelaFerguson]

WELCOME to the HHF family Russell!!!! You are a great choice. However, I was wrong. I kept waffling between Russell and Athena. I do think Russell is a beautiful dog and will be a great addition to the farm and the family. He’ll be great with Mojo, Skeeter and Smeegle too. I so happy for him and for you and the family! Congratulations!!! Happy 6th Birthday Skeeter!! I hope you get some extra treats and lots of extra hugs and pets today and tonight!! Kevin, congratulations on the completion of another successful Okie Homestead Conference! That’s terrific! I know that you and Rachel and Dutch and his wife work very long and very hard to organize it and schedule the venue, speakers, events , activities, food and merchandise. Have a good evening. I hope you don’t experience any additional hail damage. Take care. ❤❤❤

[@susanpaul2495]

So happy for you all…you have Russell…he is so adorable. Love the relationship Mum & Dad have with him. 🫶🫶💕

[@jennifersites6202]

Happy birthday Skeeter 🎂

[@heididnolan2209]

The heart ❤️ in his tail . Means Dasiy was letting you know, she found you again. ❤😊

[@jujugypsyjourney3826]

Daisy was the BEST!The heart on his tail is Daisy’s mark from Heaven ♥️💕 i can see why you picked Russell 💕💕

[@territn8871]

I've known Russ was "the" one from the start because his color looked like sweet Daisy! I was broken hearted when Daisy died. I remember her well as she and Mojo were the only LGDs you had when I started watching Hidden Heights. I love Russell's name. It suits him well.❤ Kora and Lieski made beautiful babies!! Welcome to the farm Russell!🥰

[@Patti1]

How funny! Russel wasn't scared of the goats but was scared of Skeeter! Russel is going to be a great guard dog.

[@karensweet6530]

Poor Kora! Lost all her Babies but 1... She has to feel that loss! She also still has that Limp! You really need to get Kora checked out really good! She's so sweet and I love her and hate seeing her in pain or stressed! Glad yall kept 1 for Kora!

[@1leiaha]

I see the limp too I'm wondering why isn't it being addressed. I feel they'll visit the vet after it gets worse. That's what happened with MOJO I left a comment about him not looking to good I could tell by just observing him on these videos. Next thing you know a couple videos later MOJO had to be taken to the vet like I thought. Kora may be playing with her baby but she's obviously in some sort of pain poor mama.

[@donnadiscordia3657]

@@1leiaha how do you know it hasn't been looked at do you live with them? They keep good care of all there animals ,

[@ImagineAsylo]

It’s sad but a part of life, I was hoping they’d keep 2 pups but at least they kept one!

[@paulinewoodhouse5175]

You said everything I was thinking, she definitely lame

[@QuinSteph]

​@@donnadiscordia3657they actually bred Kora at too young an age.

[@Benice22]

I'm glad it is Russel you kept. I'd say, give him some toys to play with and keep him busy for a while.

[@judymac3588]

Daisy lives on in our hearts and memories. Welcome Russell to the farm. God bless you all 💕

[@JbirdL2233]

Yes, I remember Daisy. That was such a weird, sad time. I cried with you all during your loss. Russell is precious and so handsome. ❤😊

[@juliadagnall7103]

I said you were keeping Russell when you first said you were going to be keeping 1 puppy, Russell just popped in my head so I went with my 1st instinct, I even commented a few videos back 😍🥰

[@jameslemon51]

Big hugs to pet lovers.

[@juanitawalker4836]

I am glad that it was Russell. I thought it was his twin sister, but she went and then I was hoping it was Russell. Looking forward to watching him grow and learning from momma and dad and Mojoe..... 💖💖💖💖

[@CathyEveleigh]

Happy Birthday , you handsome little man. 6 years wow. You're still a baby. Look forward to seeing your beautiful face every show. You sure are a smart little man, you listen to everything your dad asks you to do. Sending HUGS TO THE BIRTHDAY BOY. XOXO ❤

[@snakey319]

That tan goat is Cora's pal from when she first had the puppies, she loves Cora.

[@sandyg3639]

I had a feeling that Russell was not leaving and that he would be a great LGD. Kora, Leesky and Mojo will be great at training Russell. I hope that you all stay safe with these rain storms. ❤

[@KarenCummings-s7b]

Yea I am glad you kept Russell. He seemed like he was closer to you. There is a special bond between y’all. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤. Love you all.

[@deborahbranum8085]

I said Red at first but at least I had the color of the puppy right. Russell is a sweet boy and he will make you a good watch dog ❤

[@LuvtheRiverLife]

Awe Kevin I cried, I’m glad you kept Russell. 🐾🐾❤

[@easternwashingtonresident3814]

I am so happy that you are keeping Russell and we can watch him grow up. He is such a handsome boy! I'm also excited because I said Russell from day 1. Now...back to the video! Happy 6th Birthday Skeeter!