There’s STEAM RISING from THIS CLAW

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[@mitzicovington3761]

That poor girl had it all. Debris, dermatitis, and a rock underneath it all. No wonder she was in pain. I whine if I step on a tiny piece of anything. 🤣. So glad you were able to help her. It’s so nice to see the compassion you have for these animals.

[@chinchenping]

it's like having a lego glued to your foot

[@Njuregen]

Dermatitis is a bane for many hooved animals, I think it was only documented in Italy in 1974. Not know if it spread more since, but likely did with more international animal trading and slaughtering animals in other countries.

[@OrinsGreekChannel]

Hey Mitzi, where's your family from? I've got a whole bunch of relatives in Oklahoma.

[@mitzicovington3761]

@@OrinsGreekChannel Covington is my married name. His family was originally from Mayfield Kentucky then moved to Tennessee.

[@upscale9109]

*Challenge complete!* *How did we get here*

[@Mrhalligan39]

“60% of the time, it works every time” is a line the world desperately needed. I use it every day.

[@andycichon8124]

Ok, Ron Burgundy

[@Mrhalligan39]

@C K That’s what she said!

[@theobserver8881]

@@andycichon8124 it’s not Ron Burgundy, the line was from Paul Rudd’s character.

[@williamoleschoolarendt7016]

I'm a Cajun and Indian from Louisiana and I've hunted and fished Louisiana my whole life! I always saw the cattle heading to the family camp and never realized how much work it is to keep these animals! I knew that horses and cows and bulls needed their hooves trimmed but not once did I think about infection or things getting stuck in their hooves! I always thought that the hooves were thicker and they didn't feel things like rocks or anything getting stuck in the hooves in fact I thought that the hooves were a lot thicker! What I also failed to realize is that with all of the weight they carry that objects would penetrate the hooves! I've been watching you for a while and this might be my first time commenting! You are definitely a Hooved animal's best friend! Keep up the good work bro!

[@warmist8197]

The one thing i notice over and over, is how GENTLE the man doing the work is. Props staying sensitive to the animals comfort in spite of the daily grind 👍

[@chancekey3597]

Poor girl. I was raised around cattle most of my life and I felt bad for them for a lot of things but until I started watching these videos, I never once considered hoof problems like this. I'm glad there are experts that take care of these animals like this.

[@joshuawalker7054]

I like how the steam makes it seem like the hoof is super hot. What really isn't communicated well in the video is that Wisconsin winters are really, really cold. I can't stand walking to my car, and Nate here stands out there for *hours*... That's insane!

[@Violet_Knights]

THANK YOU LOL I’m from AZ and was so confused why it was steaming. We don’t get that cold down here

[@mariachaersc]

I was completelly lost about the steam, I'm from Goiânia-GO-Brasil and here we think 17°C is cold

[@lynellestagman2604]

@@Violet_Knights my husband once went to work down in AZ for a week. When he was there he told the locals it was -50F back home in WI. They told him that wasn't a real temperature. 🤣

[@maqy01]

I'm just really thankful that someone does this job, I was absolutely unaware that animals with hooves/claws like this could have this problem

[@Violet_Knights]

@@lynellestagman2604 bro I don’t think I’ve seen negative numbers here in az like DAMN

[@Lcshell]

Oh I wanted to cry for this one as you pulled the debris out! Then the steam…and the rock… I had no idea these things could happen to a cow til I started watching these videos. So glad there are people like you to take care of it- and so gently!

[@Parable_One]

I think I speak for everyone when I say how much I love the care you take when working on these animals.

[@3000amps]

Nate you’re by far the best hoof trimmer on KZbin. No clumsy music or editing, just simple good-feeling content. See you on the next one 🥰

[@sharktalk27]

Agree. He's the only one I watch.

[@locasselman]

Agree 😊

[@brentengelhart5]

Nate's voice is special - he could be very successful on the news/radio if he desires. His presentation of content (teaching method) brings us to return, desiring to learn more.

[@sachi20ful]

Agree ☺️

[@helenfitch3440]

I agree I don't watch any others after finding Nate .

[@cathy_p637]

I was amazed by the amount of heat the digital dermatitis causes. I could see all of that steam pouring out and I was thinking that poor lady must have felt so much pressure and pain from all of that. Thank you for treating her as gently as you always do and for teaching us.

[@SnowPiercer1975]

Keep in mind that it's really cold in Wisconsin. I'm from Canada and the same effect can be seen if I was to take my hands out of warm gloves on a really cold day. It's essentially how fog is formed. Warm air meeting cold air

[@unomex3x]

Do they give farm animals pain medicine prior to these procedures?

[@Gameflyer001]

@@unomex3x Cows don't feel pain during this procedure, similar to horses, as long as the cuts aren't too deep.

[@Its_just_mary]

@@unomex3x their hoofs don’t have nerves until much further in. It’s like how clipping fingernails doesn’t hurt unless you cut into the soft tissue

[@KaBar41]

@@unomex3x Take a fork or something similar and scrape your fingernail without touching flesh. Did you feel pain? Cow hooves are essentially one big toenail. So long as the flesh isn't compromised such as by having pressure put on it or an abscess forming, the cow can fell nothing in the same way that Humans clipping their fingernails isn't painful. It's why horseshoes can be nailed to the hooves of horses without causing them pain.

[@stjeep]

these kinds of videos scare me, but i cant stop watching until the end. its satisfying to imagine the relief the animals probably feel

[@noammccready2941]

One thing I really appreciate is that he's always so gentle, even when he's doing simple things like spraying liquid with the spray bottle you can see a lot of care and gentleness

[@UncleTogie]

No matter how many times you explain what you're doing and why, I never get sick of hearing it. Thanks for the education!

[@CLT51154]

‘Cause his voice is so soothing.

[@catherinesullivan641]

You make it look so simple, but your deft knife work shows your expertise in bringing healing!

[@realityjunky]

Years of experience make Nate look like the players at Wimbledon who make tennis look so easy. What he is doing is not easy.

[@robinchristensen1657]

This is the first cow I have seen that looks like the treatment is hurting her. It’s amazing how fast you get results. A human couldn’t go through that and walk away.

[@maggsbufton1969]

Poor sweet Dolly…thank Goodness she’s had a visit from Nate who is only concerned with fixing her lameness and making sure this dearie is moving about more comfortably..and is on the road to recovery.. Thank you for the kind work you do Nate..Sending you the Kindest regards from a former farm girl who used to sing, milk and pamper our cows.. 🇨🇦♥️🙏🏻

[@anniekinsmishkamouse7575]

Poor girl. So glad you and the Farmer took care of her. I am amazed at how much you have passively taught me. I found myself nodding or shaking my head as you discussed her care and knew the answers.

[@twilightzone-ex-hostage1997]

Me too!

[@ServantOfTheSouth]

🍔

[@JAM_2024]

@@ServantOfTheSouth red meat is bad and increases risk of cancer

[@bobt8578]

Farmer? You mean the one who has her standing in wet excriment 365- 24/7 ? Yeah he cares not at all until the cow probably wouldn't get up.

[@unknownuser40]

I bet that hoof felt sooo much better. Looked so clean and smooth. I love how you're so gentle with these ladies sore hooves. 10/10 as always.

[@ryanadams0922]

It's honestly quite fascinating to see you guys/gals who do this work on hoofs it may not see much to some but it's like watching an artist chissling stone or whittling wood

[@lanalovesjesus6133]

Gosh I had no clue this could happen or that that much could be cut off! I obviously don’t have cows but man I am glad you know what you’re doing and help them!

[@BeckyMarshallDesign]

Lol Nate, you have gotten so good at noticing what we are going to find interesting - the “satisfying” debris removal that you went extra slow on, the steam rising from the wound etc. You are a sophisticated filmmaker! We are lucky to have you!

[@ivyproductions7097]

And the best part is he’s not compromising the cow’s wellbeing for it! It’s great film work while also helping the cow

[@alexandercameron645]

Was just thinking the same thing his editing has gotten way good.

[@snowmiaow]

I can't figure out why it is so satisfying to watch, must be something innate.

[@dannysunay4386]

I can't imagine the pain these poor creatures deal with when dermatitis sets in. They are truly lucky to have someone to care for them ❤️ DR. NATE IN THE HOUSE!!!

[@toddfraisure1747]

Nat's way of carving away the smoothest cuts of any trimmer I've seen out there. The guy is definitely a master at his craft.

[@kaleadreamaremylife7688]

Thank you for showing this precious animal such respect and love.

[@lucidality]

Such gentle touches when clearing the muck out of the hole. This is why you’re my favorite hoof trimmer on KZbin, it’s obvious you’ve been doing it for some time and really know what you’re doing

[@wonderwoman6232]

I love to see how much better they walk after you treat them.

[@margaretgaal937]

I get so irritated with what is happening in society and then I watch this clean of cow or donkey hoof and THEN like magic,I feel better. So happy for the help these animals receive and under the care of this master farrier .

[@Meepmeephihi]

I can relate omg ily

[@sikchopper3783]

I’m just a city guy. I don’t know much about cattle. But I enjoy watching you help and heal these cows. We take it for granted the effort to keep them healthy. You’re doing the lords work 👍🏽

[@-c3202]

Even before you removed all the loose horn, that hole was so large and deep! I'm glad she'll have a much easier time of healing now

[@annabanana9863]

When we first moved onto this farm 6 seasons ago we had so many hoof problems to fix. Not our cows, not our farm, etc. Finally have it under control and had many Vets out as my partner and I are not hoof experts and still are not even though our knowledge for hoof care has improved. 10 years in dairy and at the point we are buying our own herd. I'm praying for minimal hoof problems. Wish we had people like you about to do the trimmings and general care when it's needed.

[@gigigirl79]

Poor baby, grateful for people like you to take care of them.

[@UAClutch]

The Anchorman reference got me haha

[@gwenstephan67]

I think people don't realize that the "wasted step" of cleaning a hoof isn't a matter of being lazy and not wanting to do an extra step - it's a matter of getting the cows in and out as quickly as you can, because you want to stress them out as little as possible. Even cows that are used to trimming are going to best stressed while in the chute, it's just their nature as prey animals. The less time they spend in there, the better for the cows... plus, Nate gets paid by the cow, not by the hour, so it's not really worthwhile to stress the cows more, stress Nate's back more, and waste time. Anyway.

[@DreadPirateOtts]

plus if they used water to rinse off these feet thoroughly theyd end up with ice everywhere and miserable cold cows

[@Wamsuo58u]

All animals are scared of being locked up including humans it is nice he is compassionate

[@domino6011]

You’re skill with the blade makes this look so easy, these cows are lucky you’re their trimmer. Keep up the great work

[@truthiseverything9511]

Nate is the ONLY hoof guy! As far as I’m concerned, no other hoof channels exist!

[@Pokedad76]

Your voice is, by far, the most soothing of all hoof trimmers I follow 😊😊

[@Dltp259]

What a relief for her! Thank you Nate for always being kind to the ladies!

[@deborahhammock6373]

I love there's not any music just relaxing, calm, suthing sound of your voice 💖 and that you're very caring of all these momma 's

[@idaabolins2907]

I love watching you Nate, you are so gentle and careful with these cows. You can tell that you really care. Your the best hoof guy !

[@carlapierle8623]

It's so satisfying watching another cow walking off happily ever after. Great work, Nate!

[@OrchidsisterXO]

You've made me want to become a hoof trimmer😁 Love when I get notified of you dropping a video!

[@terrilynnkyles673]

If I had a farm with cows, I would definitely try to get u to help my babies. U are a great teacher, & u are gentle. Thank u always.

[@user-tt5xj5ib1e]

Poor girl, thank you for treating her so well. I just wanted to give her a big hug :) 😍🐮😍

[@BeetleDragon]

Damn, that was so much gunk and debris in her hoof, poor girl! I’m glad she is better now :)

[@BadDrummerCarl]

They always walk so well after you've done your magic Nate 😄

[@PeterFraser-hp3rs]

It's so satisfying watching these videos. I can imagine how the cows must feel so much relief having the pain subside and being able to walk properly again.

[@MaidLucy]

Thanks KZbin recommendations, I loved that! Very calming to watch

[@lcandsps1052]

It's such a pleasure to watch someone work carefully and skillfully, whatever they're doing. Thank you for explaining and showing us your work!

[@Drebel503]

I once did a hoof trimming course during my ag studies. The vet brought a big box of severed hoofs from a slaughter house to practice on. What I still remember was, that the cases of dermatitis were rather right in between the digits than on the sole. Can you explain why this would be? Maybe the vet told us and I forgot, but seeing your vids I wonder why the cases of dermetitis between the digits are so rare.

[@NatetheHoofGuy]

It’s a common condition. I’ll do another video on that soon.

[@margaretrich5406]

Gotta love the Anchorman nod. "65 percent of the time, it works every time." Lmbo!

[@harryt988]

Terrific job Nate ! Humane, gentle and authoritative!

[@lynniev]

Thanks, Nate for all the info. I've been enjoying catching up on lots of your videos.

[@susanelezebeth2751]

I just really enjoy the efficient way you trim these big mommas

[@janetdionne4213]

I'm am 70 year old woman raised in Chicago. Never lived on or near a farm . So why am I hooked on the hoof guy's video. I watch until the middle of the night. 😮

[@tracy_222]

Poor cow, it’s so great having you help these cows👍🏻❤️

[@jamm2]

Love that you are very gentle with them.

[@a.v.7797]

My mum was a pedicure for a long time especially medical footcare. It has been a little bit over a year that she died. She was very visual in describing some extraordinary cases she had in the years. Even over lunch and diner. We survived. I live in a rural area: i couldn't image one without it. It made me more interested how caddle is maintained. I think, if she was still here, my mum would love your channel. Now I am enjoying for the both of us.

[@chlorophyllheart]

What extraordinary cases did she have? I'm curious :)

[@Jude-Bellingham-official]

Very relaxing to watch

[@tom-vf1xv]

poor animal, i remember having an aching tooth that would get hot.... i cant imagine what a literal smoking hoof with all the nerve endings must feel like. thank you for helping all those poor animals :)

[@simonnewman4240]

Have you thought about using a pump sprayer rather than one of those hand held spray bottles? Would allow you to charge it up and would last a long time, also would work at a higher pressure Might save your hand from the repetitive motion too

[@darknut9696]

Damn, she didn't just step on a pin, but an entire proverbial landmine, hope all goes well, hi from UK and thanks for a great video

[@knightfly28]

I would’ve never thought in a million years I’d be obsessed with watching someone trim cow hooves.

[@okezie11]

Bless the work you do and the effort you did to learn to be able to help and treat these animals as well as they deserve 🙏🏽

[@brklynite]

Thank you for the awesome work! What a relief for the poor girl! Nate, can you share some updates after the treatment? Wonder what’s going to happen after that! :)

[@sydneyice]

Can we take a moment to appreciate how wholesome and great Nates comment sections always are. What an awesome community he has. Reading the comments during the videos are definitely a must every time for me. Love how everyone just loves these videos and nate. 60% of the time, the comments are wonderful every time lmao

[@DeathBatBabe97]

Save for the fact that some of them tear down other hoof trimmers to put Nate on a pedestal.

[@ryniepan3038]

@@DeathBatBabe97 exactly, The Hoof GP slander must’ve slipped their eye.

[@shamraashman8953]

I love to see the care you have for these animals and the love the owners have for their animals. My mom always talked about the love they had for the animals my grandparents had on their farm. The kids especially loved one bull. He was very gental and he'd let them dress up his horns.

[@granoonis2080]

Just popped over here after watching the HoofGP. Definitely a different style of video, but still satisfying to see you guys helping these cows get better. Good work!

[@clairebear278]

Thank you for helping these animals :)

[@somegeese]

man my favorite times in these videos is when there's a big hole packed full of gunk, and nate starts spraying clorhexadine in there, and all the crap comes running out. especially if it's tiny stones, omg it's so good

[@crystalheart9]

It's good to see her walking so much better.💖💖💖

[@tnapier795]

I like how easily you explain the steps, how caring you are for the animals well-being.

[@katrinajohnson3776]

You are one of God's animal care givers. You do for them what we don't know how to. That's so admirable about you as a special person. Thank you for helping them when they can't help themselves. 😁👍

[@meganbarber3599]

Stellar as always. Feel free to not speed up the grinding process. 😁 Love your work and your gentleness.

[@user-ny8zv2uu8w]

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[@morgansartstuff]

That poor sweetheart! I’m so happy you were able to make her feel better ❤

[@twilightzone-ex-hostage1997]

Poor darling, she really needed Nate! She certainly seemed to walk much better after her pedi, I'm sure she appreciates the kindness and care. Rock on NATE!!

[@PureLace]

So fascinating, yet repulsive at the same time. Love your videos!

[@robertsmith786]

I would love to see a follow up video to see how the hoof heals.

[@bobbiejoyamann3981]

I always enjoy coming back to previous videos to learn more!

[@shannonh5202]

I thought this was the hoof GP when i first clicked it ! Now I have more excellent hoof videos to watch thanks to you

[@anotherwanderer1999]

Do you guys use some kind of anesthetic or just go raw? Genuine curiosity here, I love the love you have for these animals and I thank you for your compassion :)

[@LoudWaffle]

No need for any kind of pain relief, hooves are like giant fingernails. The cows feel as much pain from this procedure as we feel from clipping our fingernails. He would have to cut ridiculously deep to reach the nerve receptors which would feel pain where the hoof meets the flesh.

[@anotherwanderer1999]

@@LoudWaffle Thank you for your reply, I had no idea it went that deep and even knowing this work is being done by a caring professional you cant help but imagine what the animal feels

[@LoudWaffle]

@@anotherwanderer1999 Yeah it's shocking to me too, just watching these videos gives me shudders sometimes because it seems like he's cutting so deep, and I don't know if it's because his tools are so sharp, but they make the hoof look so soft and fleshy. But lots of other comments have described it how I've relayed it to you, and the way the cows always walk away looking happy as can be at the end of the videos speaks volumes.

[@tamo9520]

Questions: Was the white line crack around the entire front of her hoof? Are you able to tell where it originally started, inside or outside? And I happen to think that his gal was very good at disguising her pain. My thought is based on the fact that the damage (crack, hole, deterioration) seemed to have started quite some time ago.

[@AsylumEscapade]

That grunt of relief made me smile.

[@janetterouse2178]

Gosh, I feel like I am watching a surgeon operating. This poor girl. No wonder she was such pain. So glad that you can help her.

[@92alphagal]

I am always happy when they walk better after the trim and treatment!!

[@timothyemery7918]

Have you ever found a hoof so far gone that it had to be amputated? Or what is the protocol for something like that?

[@NatetheHoofGuy]

Not for many years but that’s something a vet would handle.

[@sanniepstein4835]

At that point she'd go to the slaughterhouse.

[@paradoxpanic4053]

I enjoyed the Vet-tech play by play, made this very enjoyable and kept me engaged

[@auroralane8839]

Thank you so much for not having any obnoxiously loud music or effects in your videos. Just wholesome care ❤

[@geKo15]

Hey Nate, have you ever considered a pump spray bottle? I guess if you use your spray bottle for hours during your trimming it could help your hands not getting tired ;) Like your videos btw

[@baloonicks3318]

What happens to the animals in the wild with hooves? Super interesting videos! I enjoy watching them

[@NatetheHoofGuy]

They shed naturally. I have a video about that in my FAQ playlist

[@baloonicks3318]

@@NatetheHoofGuy I will take a look! Thanks brotha

[@joywebster2678]

I was thinking what is it about dairy cattle that humans do to them, that doesn't happen to beef cattle out ranging on pastures or ranches. Because if they were wild they wouldn't have a Nate!

[@tntshomesteadadventures]

I don’t know why people question what you do, you clearly are an expert in this field. I personally am so happy to see that the cows are getting this treatment that is much needed and that they’re happy when you’re all done makes me very happy for the cow.

[@robinlanier6886]

Poor baby, I hope she's feeling so much better now. 💕🐮

[@Fotofobico9]

Here I go again ready to watch a guy peel off a cows feet like a potato and enjoying it!

[@clairebear278]

This comment made me realize what I’m watching 😂

[@jessicawhite5143]

One thing I hadn't thought of till now, how long does the wrap stay on for? Also thanks for another amazing hoof trim Nate. You are one of my favourite people to watch 🥰

[@NatetheHoofGuy]

Just a couple days.

[@jamescohn4268]

Love watching you put your tradecraft into action. Used to work cattle (not dairy) and never saw anything like this. Really cool to see.

[@LegendStormcrow]

Be it Nate in what I assume is North America, or across the sea with Hoof GP, it's nice to see that we have talented professionals helping these animals with problems most of us never think of. Thank you for doing this.

[@LoriCurl]

I have been wondering if it is really bad for the cows to have all 4 hooves in the air at the same time while in the crush. I read it from a trimmer in Switzerland recently. They said it wasn't good for the cows heart and lungs, which kind of made sense since they are so heavy. What is your opinion about this , Nate?? Btw, I have never seen you do this, just on my mind since I read it. I said it once and I will say it again. You are really a wonderfull hoof trimmer!!!😊

[@HueToobBlows]

How long does it take for something like this to develop? It seems it would take weeks to happen and hard to understand why it wouldn't have been noticed sooner.

[@cw93711]

Animals especially large animals don't feel pain like a human. For example a cyst or abscess on human you get numbing injections and doctor is very gentle removing. On cattle that cyst or abscess could be half gallon milk to 1 gallon milk container or bigger and they cut it open with knife and make a 2 to 3 inch incision and many farmers don't give pain meds or antibiotics etc and fluid just runs out and then then push on area around cut to force all the neurotic tissue out and they leave it that way so it heals on it own. When they make the cuts many times the cattle don't even flinch So farmers do give pain meds etc. But I have seen horses that had horrible horrible cuts and tears in skin that pealed back more that a square foot of skin and since it wasn't noticed in time since horses were out is pasture it can't be stitched closed and has to heal on its own. Animals just deal with it.

[@HueToobBlows]

@@cw93711 Wow. Reading that gave me an aneurysm. t also has nothing to do with my question.

[@aussiehardwood6196]

You free these large animals from so much pain, God bless you.

[@rashidabdul-salaam9090]

I’m not a farmer or an animal keeper of any sort, but I find these videos extremely satisfying