Man I used to love your videos and trapping until 4 years ago. We gutted a house, I found 2 baby raccoons in the attic 3 weeks old ( Bonnie and Clyde). I bottle fed them and raised them. Clyde chose to live in the wild, Bonnie chose to live with me. She is free to go anywhere she wants when I'm at work. When I come home she comes in the house just like a dog or cat she lays around eat and sleep. Bonnie goes to her chair every night for dinner and my husband let's me sleep with her on the weekends in her bedroom. She's almost 4 years old now and no longer destructive. She is the love of my life! She's been fixed and has her rabies shot. They have such loving personalities.
The cat obviously liked the sound of your voice, the tone told him that he wasn't in danger and didn't feel threatened. Even after releasing him you kept talking and the cat felt comfortable and wanted to stick around. He was so beautiful and cute.
Rostaam how do we know that? That guy is NOT a vet, he keeps" blah blah blah "the cat is not hurt," but how does he KNOW that? without any kind of examination. THE ANSWER Is he DOESN'T!!!! I can't believe people take evey word from these mercenary U tubers as gospel. And this is not coming from some animal ",nut."This is coming from a past deer hunter. Near these parts deer could be accurately counted and a number of TAGS would be issued to thin the population. Otherwise , during the winter many would starve. any deer my family took would be unutilized entirely, the meat would feed us for a long time, we even would tan the hides and make deerskin winter gloves. Bobcats play an important role in nature, they prey upon small mammals, rodents and snakes to keep THEIR populations in check. The FACT is we Don't know for certain if the cat was unharmed, but there is a decent chance it wasn't unharmed, since it seems strange it wouldn't after a time scamper away. To much human interference in the natural world often does not turn out good, look at all the invasive pythons in Florida DECIMATING the local wildlife, Thanks to ignorant stupid humans that bought them for pets letting them go on the countryside once they got tired of them. Did those humans stop and think what might happen if they were let go? Of course not. Cheers!!!!
Great video and thanks so much for the practical advice. You do a great job to explain things to both the trapper and the non trapper. Great to see you on the trap line again!
That is a bunch of BS! That cats foot was badly broken. It was not unharmed! You think because you let him go for the camera that you are fooling people. That poor thing did not deserve to get his foot all smashed to crap!
Here in Alabama all trappers are required by state law to have a catch pole/choke stick with them while running traps. I use a 4 footer identical to the one you are using here.
Thanks allot for showing this video. I don't do any hunting or setting traps, so it is nice to see how you handle wild animals under duress. Take care.
When I was a young Boy I use To Trap muskrats in new england. There was a furier in town that I would sell the Pelts too. Then I realized how Cruel leg hold traps are.
@@Heli4213 Haven't read about the channel owner at all, but on a guess, the trap was intended for a different species legal to trap and kill. Trappers release animals they weren't targeting. Hunting and trapping is legal at certain times of year and in certain places because the species in question (example: raccoon) isn't threatened with extinction, and some number of them can be harvested without impacting the species as a whole. Though I wish hunters and trappers would explain on their videos why they didn't harvest a particular animal. It would go a long way towards clearing up misconceptions.
I loved my neighborhood bobcats...they would den in some protected backyards and have their kits...never a problem (coyotes were a bigger threat)...just take care of your small pets. I lived in Oro Valley...just north of Tucson.
Great job on the release of the bobcat hopefully the state of Illinois will start letting you all have some more tags. Here in West Virginia I am aloud to take 3 bobcats a year.
Thanks for the information. What a beautiful cat; from the front his face looks so much like a tiger. Maybe he's just hanging around to show his gratitude. I've seen videos where animals do that.
Thanks for sharing!And yes, various different methods of release. Over in our neck of the woods, we use a black sled, cover the animal, expose the foot hold trap and release. Keep up the good work!! Cheers from Ohio!
You got the cat loose and after which mentioned "You don't know what they are thinking". I've had a coyote run right up to me and stare me in the face. "You don't know what they are thinking".
BobCat was not moving because it was so tired and wanted some fresh water and was sort of thanking you for you releasing it You couldn't understand a simple signal
Same thing happened to me last year. Tried a bucket. No good. Used the catch pole and the cat just stuck around and didn't leave until I started the sxs
bobcats are just like that. i think they dont run bc they dont want to look scared. and it is a cat so its probably thinking about all kinds of shit to say to you haha.
@@debbieneel8344 He has tags or permits for trapping other animals but not for Bobcats and he cannot control what animals get caught in his traps so he has to release the Bobcat. If it had been a Coyote or a Raccoon I’m sure he would have harvested it. Once again watch, listen and pay attention. You might learn something if that’s even possible.
The traps are what people say they are. They should all be banned. This cat was still in shock and his foot was sore from being in that crude leg jaw. It wasn't because he didn't know what he thinks. I'm saddened for these innocent animals suffering through these sinister devices and those employing them.
That cat obviously knows you set him free. He probably doesn't realize you're the one that caught him to begin with, but he definitely knows you helped him out. He's thanking you in his own wild way. That's literally a Bobcat saying, thank you. That's the best you're ever gonna get. I know this because I know cats. They are much much smarter when people think. Treat all wildlife with respect. It's one of God's creatures.
Most trapped animals have been in the trap for a while and most are not injured and he was doing his best not to injure the cat when releasing him and the Bobcats most the time it take them a while to understand they are no longer trapped and free to leave well done on Trappers end on his regards for the Cat
Man I used to love your videos and trapping until 4 years ago. We gutted a house, I found 2 baby raccoons in the attic 3 weeks old ( Bonnie and Clyde). I bottle fed them and raised them. Clyde chose to live in the wild, Bonnie chose to live with me. She is free to go anywhere she wants when I'm at work. When I come home she comes in the house just like a dog or cat she lays around eat and sleep. Bonnie goes to her chair every night for dinner and my husband let's me sleep with her on the weekends in her bedroom. She's almost 4 years old now and no longer destructive. She is the love of my life! She's been fixed and has her rabies shot. They have such loving personalities.
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The cat wants a treat for the filming!
Exactly! He's thinking: you caught me and you're not going to be rid of me so easy.
The cat is in shock..
The cat obviously liked the sound of your voice, the tone told him that he wasn't in danger and didn't feel threatened. Even after releasing him you kept talking and the cat felt comfortable and wanted to stick around. He was so beautiful and cute.
That's exactly what I thought as well.
Whether that’s true or not no way would I have turned my back on it for even 1 millisecond
@ADAM-qr7bi lol NEITHER WOULD I !!
the cat was in shock, tired and scared.
Did you set the trap..?
Thank you for setting him free...I am glad he is not hurt
Rostaam how do we know that? That guy is NOT a vet, he keeps" blah blah blah "the cat is not hurt," but how does he KNOW that? without any kind of examination. THE ANSWER Is he DOESN'T!!!! I can't believe people take evey word from these mercenary U tubers as gospel. And this is not coming from some animal ",nut."This is coming from a past deer hunter. Near these parts deer could be accurately counted and a number of TAGS would be issued to thin the population. Otherwise , during the winter many would starve. any deer my family took would be unutilized entirely, the meat would feed us for a long time, we even would tan the hides and make deerskin winter gloves. Bobcats play an important role in nature, they prey upon small mammals, rodents and snakes to keep THEIR populations in check. The FACT is we Don't know for certain if the cat was unharmed, but there is a decent chance it wasn't unharmed, since it seems strange it wouldn't after a time scamper away. To much human interference in the natural world often does not turn out good, look at all the invasive pythons in Florida DECIMATING the local wildlife, Thanks to ignorant stupid humans that bought them for pets letting them go on the countryside once they got tired of them. Did those humans stop and think what might happen if they were let go? Of course not. Cheers!!!!
That poor cats foot was broken and bloody. Not unharmed at all.
The cat is injured, hence why he barely moved.
A broken foot is a death sentence to a cat. Smarten up.
All traps should be outlawed!!!
Bobcats are beautiful animals. 😊
Very interesting. The tip about getting the leg in the noose seems like something I need to remember. Thanks for doing the video.
Thanks for setting him free I love bobcats they are so beautiful great video
Agree, now pick up your traps and trap no more.
Wow, you are the fourth video today that showing how to release a Bobcat.
If you quit putting out traps, then you don't have to worry about this! Bobcats are beautiful. Leave them alone.
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Great video and thanks so much for the practical advice. You do a great job to explain things to both the trapper and the non trapper. Great to see you on the trap line again!
Great job! An update in the camper build would be great
That’s really cool! Glad you were able to get him free! Good job!
That is a bunch of BS! That cats foot was badly broken. It was not unharmed! You think because you let him go for the camera that you are fooling people. That poor thing did not deserve to get his foot all smashed to crap!
Great looking cat!!!
That is a good looking cat. Great spot pattern
Yes - looks healthy! 😊
Here in Alabama all trappers are required by state law to have a catch pole/choke stick with them while running traps. I use a 4 footer identical to the one you are using here.
Probably SHOULD be that way everywhere. But also SHOULD be able to do a lot of other things lol
Dang that's a pretty one
Thanks allot for showing this video. I don't do any hunting or setting traps, so it is nice to see how you handle wild animals under duress.
Take care.
Some day you'll grow up, You remind me of me when I was 12 years old.
When I was a young Boy I use To Trap muskrats in new england. There was a furier in town that I would sell the Pelts too. Then I realized how Cruel leg hold traps are.
Thanks for helping him!!!!!!!!
You are a saint!!!!!!!
He is the one who trapped him in the first place.
Why?
@@Heli4213 Haven't read about the channel owner at all, but on a guess, the trap was intended for a different species legal to trap and kill. Trappers release animals they weren't targeting. Hunting and trapping is legal at certain times of year and in certain places because the species in question (example: raccoon) isn't threatened with extinction, and some number of them can be harvested without impacting the species as a whole.
Though I wish hunters and trappers would explain on their videos why they didn't harvest a particular animal. It would go a long way towards clearing up misconceptions.
Such a pretty cat!!!
Good old Illinois hardly give out permits for bobcats but hey keep as many grey fox as you can……makes sense 😮
Great educational video,not to mention that’s one good looking cat spotted up real nice. We are starting to see a few more cat’s here in Indiana.
Great job, traps are cruelty.
He wants a treat!
Great job. The cat is showing thanks to you for release. 🎉
The cats foot was broken or badly damaged . He can’t hunt and survive without all four legs.
The Kittie is Grateful 🙏
Had to laugh about the boop on the nose...good video Stu.
Cat was surprised that a human helped and stuck around trying to figure out what just happened !
I loved my neighborhood bobcats...they would den in some protected backyards and have their kits...never a problem (coyotes were a bigger threat)...just take care of your small pets. I lived in Oro Valley...just north of Tucson.
That’s friggin wild, awesome stuff 👍👍
Hes waiting for some Temtation treats!!
The cat is saying, " you leave, this is my woods. Now that Iam free, I will bite you"
Great job on the release of the bobcat hopefully the state of Illinois will start letting you all have some more tags. Here in West Virginia I am aloud to take 3 bobcats a year.
They are not yours to take, Sorry you feel that way 🙏
This guy is a warrior nerves of steel the likes of which we haven't seen since Alexander the Great
Great informative video....one wonders where they are in their heads how they have processed the experience...very curious
Dang that was a really pretty looking bobcat, nice meeting you at the Hoosier trapping rondezvous
Good job man. I sure would not have tried that.
Nice that you set the cat free. However, you mentioned that you had not been able to get a licence to hunt them. WHY would you want to kill bobcats?
Thanks for the information. What a beautiful cat; from the front his face looks so much like a tiger. Maybe he's just hanging around to show his gratitude. I've seen videos where animals do that.
Probably hanging around because his back foot is broken!
Well done Stu.
He wants to be fed now too😂
Bro you got balls of steel!! Illinois needs to loosen that bobcat tag issue up!!! Even in PA you can buy one tag !!
Thanks for sharing!And yes, various different methods of release. Over in our neck of the woods, we use a black sled, cover the animal, expose the foot hold trap and release. Keep up the good work!! Cheers from Ohio!
Thanks for a neat vid ! Do you ever give them food and water or milk before releasing them?
Great tutorial. Can't wait to try it myself.
Ahh his little Bob tail is wiggling ❤.
Great release video on the cat. I sure like seeing those critters. To me, all of the cats from bobcats to mountain lions are trophy animals.
NO animal is meant to be a trophy. I hunt and fish but if it ain’t going in the freezer or on the plate it walks or gets released!!!
The cat is waiting for some UA-cam royalties
You got the cat loose and after which mentioned "You don't know what they are thinking". I've had a coyote run right up to me and stare me in the face. "You don't know what they are thinking".
It might have been Weave.
The cat is grateful. He knows you're the one who set him free.
A couple IQ higher and the cat would also know who trapped him in the first place.
@@subsidiarity8839 apparently the commenter above doesn’t have those two extra points either.
BobCat was not moving because it was so tired and wanted some fresh water and was sort of thanking you for you releasing it
You couldn't understand a simple signal
Look at him, such a handsome thing 😊
He's thanking you. Just hanging around to let you know.
You cut the vid before we got to see him walk. Wrong if you think he wasn’t injured, pulling on a steel trap for hours.
Exactly. And you know something got fractured or broken when the cat started fighting and his leg got all twisted up.
I wanted to see the cats revenge but it appeared to be in shock.
@@jhask64a bobcat cannot harm a human
@tarzanstrickland yeah sure pal, and chihuahuas are leathal predators.
There’s a very good chance the cat died from infection later. Trappers are garbage. Hunt, don’t trap random animals
They all ways have broken bones after a leg trap from trying all night to get free.
Thanks for the information. Very helpful.
Thanks for sharing! Nice how to video!
He wants to go home with you! Become a "kept kitty!"
It is a blessing to have good people like roaming the earth
It's the same guy who trapped the cat...
Good people don’t trap wild animals just to get views on how to release them. That cats paw is messed up forever!
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Exactly.
Nice job, sir !
You were awesome❤️
Same thing happened to me last year. Tried a bucket. No good. Used the catch pole and the cat just stuck around and didn't leave until I started the sxs
The cats probably hungry and wanted something to eat since it’s going to be on UA-cam.
Nice thing you do. 😅
Absolutely Awesome !! 😎
The spots on that beauty.
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Thats a beautiful cat
He wants to be your friend 😂😂😂.. thanks for sharing stew
Not so sure he isn’t injured.
bobcats are just like that. i think they dont run bc they dont want to look scared. and it is a cat so its probably thinking about all kinds of shit to say to you haha.
You need to find whoever is setting out the traps!!!
Idiot! It's his trap.
It was his trap, he set it but had to release it because he doesn’t have tags for Bobcats. You’d know that if you paid attention to the video.
@rhulse8904 ok so you have no permit for trapping ,so what the point? Just because you can,🫤
@@debbieneel8344 He has tags or permits for trapping other animals but not for Bobcats and he cannot control what animals get caught in his traps so he has to release the Bobcat. If it had been a Coyote or a Raccoon I’m sure he would have harvested it. Once again watch, listen and pay attention. You might learn something if that’s even possible.
The traps are what people say they are. They should all be banned. This cat was still in shock and his foot was sore from being in that crude leg jaw. It wasn't because he didn't know what he thinks. I'm saddened for these innocent animals suffering through these sinister devices and those employing them.
Well played!!!
Excellent, thank you great video
That's a pretty kitty
thats a big ass bobcat!
nice job.
Clean release!
Do you have to report your incidental catch to your wildlife agency's?
What are the traps for?
Wow great video!
Excellent info.
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That cat obviously knows you set him free. He probably doesn't realize you're the one that caught him to begin with, but he definitely knows you helped him out.
He's thanking you in his own wild way. That's literally a Bobcat saying, thank you.
That's the best you're ever gonna get. I know this because I know cats. They are much much smarter when people think. Treat all wildlife with respect. It's one of God's creatures.
Nice work.
Cat was like: "Dude what's you on about."
Bobcat: Next time, Plz just do the short. version of this!
Great demonstration! I have been trying to get a bobcat tag in Illinois too so frustrating! That was a beautiful cat! Thank yo for sharing my friend!
He’s waiting on you to give him a snack before he leaves. 😂
That was an amazing video!
We’ve got them all over Ct but they’re protected
Why you catch it in first time ?
Most trapped animals have been in the trap for a while and most are not injured and he was doing his best not to injure the cat when releasing him and the Bobcats most the time it take them a while to understand they are no longer trapped and free to leave well done on Trappers end on his regards for the Cat
Bobcat are one of the most successful and widely distributed wild animal in the America's, as flexible as Coyote.
Thank you for all the info. Matthew Holland
The cat is in pain! He’s not sure he can run. That trap could easily cause broken bones and tear ligaments as cat tries to escape.