I'm sure it was a hard but very wise decision for Smokie to go back to 1.O. But Chad, you've proven yourself to be a very wise and thoughtful man. Smokie doesn't have a job there by you. And that's what she's all about. What her breed is all about. You could just see that she wasn't herself. She's not comfortable. She gets back to her buddies the goats, her " pack", I can't wait to see the difference in her. Also, the difference in the goats! Thank you Chad and Rae. For sharing with us another difficult, but necessary part of your "farm life". God bless 🙏🤗🙏🤗.
@@dakinebud187 Bit more than that Da'kinebud187? NO? come on? A bit more of an explanation why you think 'smokey' who's not in his youth, shouldnt go back to where he was happier. He's clearly not happy there he has no one to interact with, dogs love companionship. His weight and fur loss has to be depression, severe depression. But what do i know? I just popped in and having too much say on something i know very little about (apart from dogs)😆🌺🌻🌺
@@eveningstar777 Agreeing with what you've said with one correction. Smokey is a she. Edit: Also, at Grandpa Adler's Farm the chickens are/were always in pens with only about 4 free ranging, unlike at Chad and Rae's where the chickens were able to get right up on her and tried to steal her food. She isn't used to that, since at the other farm part of her job was to make sure the chickens stayed in their pens and didn't "escape".
@@lanak.fromnewmexico1143 That as well. Yet Chad has mentioned in past videos that when a chicken would get out, Smokey would hold the chicken down till Chad or Grandpa Adler would come and put the chicken back in its assigned pen. So correction; Smokey may have felt that was part of her job re: the chickens, since as Chad mentioned, Smokey tolerates the chickens, yet she prefers when they stay in their pens vs coming around her and her space. Agreed she is excellent at her job of keeping predators away, as Chad mentioned in this video when he mentioned about the raccoons, etc. Grandpa Adler has had to trap since Smokey has been at Chad's new farm.
I am ecstatic about your decision. I could tell Smokey wasn't as happy as when she was at Grandpas & Grandmas. I know she misses her goat friends. Its terrific you are thinking of her and not yourself. Way to go CHAD!
Good to hear Smokey is going back to Grandpa Adler's farm. She will be so happy. Sorry she couldn't stay on your farm but at least she's still in the family. Also you are doing what's best for her. She's such a beautiful sweetheart.
This video stressed me out! Smokey having to compete for her food just isn't necessary in my opinion.I know showing the craziness at feeding time was to make a point,glad she will be going to Grandpa's.💖
Smokey is a huge light and star of the show. I trust your instincts w her. I think it's great and Grandpa will be on cloud nine, not to mention the goats. Much love, many prayers.
Praying that Smokey will do well back at Grandpa’s. She’s such a beautiful dog who deserves to be happy and content. We understand that it will be tough for you all, but you have such a kind heart and you put Smokey first. Thank you for the love and compassion you show each and every animal in your care. God bless you all.🙏🏼❤️
You could see the stress in Smokie’s face. She used to be Queen in her fenced in space. She loved to see you & your dad & the boys & she had her job & routine. She was so happy doing her zoomed. We all wanted to come hug pet & play with her. I’ll never forget seeing you & Grandpa upset when she disappeared , & we were sick about it too! Thank the good Lord, she returned.She liked things the way they were. With everything open & her having to worry about Bandit & the other animals getting her food,she was worried & stressed. So glad you decided to return her to her happy place. Still hoping you’ll find her a good dog to mate with bc all of us would love to see her puppies. Thank you for always doing the right thing!🙏🏼💕🐾
So glad Smokey's going back to Grampa's. She's had a rough ride since leaving there and I believe you're right when you say she hasn't found her place at your farm Chad. It takes a strong kind soul to know when to admit what needs to be done for the greater good and then implement it. A hard but good decision.
I was at the park sitting in my car when the notification came on my phone that Smokey was gone and just dropped my head and didn't look at the video for at least 4 hours. So thankful it wasn't what it appeared to be. Bless you for your decision!
Hahaha “Where did God put the grass” It’s so refreshing that you say what the rest of us “normal” people are thinking, and don’t put on a big act! It’s Great! Really enjoy your content and the comic relief!🤣👍🏻
Smokey is such a sweetheart, it's hard to watch her today. She was happy at farm 1.0. Running, getting her treats (for her joints) and zoomies, chasing the 🐐 goats, playing with you and grandpa. I'm glad she's going back. Her good mental health is totally essential. As always you figure it out. Smokey is a great dog. Love her.❤💋🫂
I think Smokey will be happy 😊 with her best bud, Batman and his 2 brothers to romp and play with after the trauma she has been through after she moved to your acreage. She may have felt that her territory was where the goats, pigs etc Was close together ❤️ all for her to patrol. I think Grandpa was missing her too. She will be going back to familiar territory and Grandpa 👴 for those crazy brushing and wrestling 😜 with him!!!! God Bless you for thinking of Smokey and what is best for the guardian!! I hope she will be her old self after being back to "her home"!!
Shock collars aren’t the best if they didn’t have them from a pup. We tried shock collar on 1 of ours that was 3 yrs old and he wasn’t the same when he had it in. Once he realized it wasn’t on him anymore, he became a big baby again. He was 125lb Rottie so if taking the collar off didn’t help then he would have been put down. But he was like night and day. But that’s my experience and some others had the same issue.
I think you and your wife have made the right decision. I've watched your channel for awhile and I noticed the changed in Smokey. I think by taking her back home, she might be more relaxed and have less anxiety. Best of luck!!
A wise decision! Things might have been different if you have been there full time; but she was clearly very bonded to grandpa and the goats and missing them too.
I'm glad that Smokey is going back to Grandpa's & Grandma's place and I am sure that you are doing it to give her the best life possible. And Chad you can be very funny 🤣. I was dying when you said that you don't want the cows playing hide from the farmer. Thanks for the laughs. God bless 🙏 ❤️
I almost cried when you said Smokey was going back to grandpa. You have made the right decision she has not been happy. The animals all look so good. Have a great day, hope Case, Carter had a wonderful day at school. 🙏❤️🐐🐐👍👋👋❤️🙏✌️✌️✌️✌️
I'm so sorry you had to make this decision, but I think it's the right one for Smokey. Grandpa will love having her back too. Love all you Adler Farms folk.
i am so glad you noticed how smokey was not happy. i noticed but did not say any thing. that is your farm and your animals and that was your decision to make, i almost cried for her happiness. good call sir.
So happy your Dad is getting a guard dog. Having the chickens and turkey killed, and then having to trap and depose of the predators was hard. Love watching you grow into your position as farmer/rancher/builder. Couldn't be more happy with your decision about Smokey. Blessings to you and your family.
I'm so happy Smokey is going back to your dad's place! I just wanted to cry seeing her so upset with wanting to eat in peace! Those chicken are crazy..& driving her crazy! I hope we get to see her reunion with her goat buddies! Thank you for caring so much for Smokey & what will make her happy! God bless y'all!
I'm so excited for Smokey! Your parent's place is her happy place. Her buds are the goats! Plus, it's much shadier and cooler. The timing is perfect with K&S moving to their property. Good move y'all!
Smart move. Remember, there’s some trauma from Bandit. His aggression + dog fight + loss of Bandit + move. I know people say that dogs don’t remember, but I disagree. My mastiff was never the same after a dog attacked him; & he had to disarm the other dog (didn’t kill. Hurt real bad though). He did what seemed like a mourn &/or trauma response for months - not sure how else to describe it. Wise “Love” choice on your part. ❤️🚀
Re-watching this has made me miss her so much. But she needed to be back where she grew up. She was a really great dog…thanks for taking her back to her goats, grandpa and the chickens she knew…thank you, Chad…
The news about Smokey is so sad,!!! But I totally understand you want her to live her best life!!!!! At least you know she's going to a very good home and she will be happy. And you will still get to see her. Your doing your very best by all your animals and it shows!!!!❤
So sorry that Smokey didn't work out on your new farm. I know you'll miss her, you made an awesome thing taking her back to Grandpa's. She will Be happier being with her old job back. God bless you and your family. Loads of love to you all.
I’m so glad Smokie is going back to her farm…. I didn’t think she seemed happy I think she misses her goat friends. It’s a good move going back to her farm. I love that you Consider Smokies well-being before your feelings or what you need on your farm…♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
I know this was a tough decision, thank you for making the right call for Smokey's happiness and well being. Grandpa needs her to help with his critter problem and the goats will be so happy to have her back. Blessings Chad, Rae, and boys.
Smokey should have stayed with GRAMPA in the first place. See was feeling a loss for Adler Farms. It was much cooler for her with all those trees and she missed her goat friends. Bless you Chad for taking her back to her home.✝️🙏🏻❤️👵🏻
Dear Chad & Rae, putting the needs of your beautiful Smokey ahead of your needs and / or wants, clearly examples what good people you are. And also, thank you for exampling these things to a multitude of others ...This could help greatly in what is "today's world." Grandpa likely will be quite pleased, and perhaps so will Smokey. Congratulations to all of you.
I am going to come to on you feeding eggs to the dog it could lead her to eating eggs when she finds one on the ground she will think it is ok for to eat them
I know you love Smokey very much. And it shows by you sending her back to Ralph and LeeAnn..Not wanting her stressed anymore...Thats real love for that girl..God bless you and Rae...
Love Smokey , glad to know we'll see her with Grandpa and Grandma Adlers, poor baby with those dang pesky chickens. Rosie is so cute. Thank you for being present enough that you see what's up but more importantly that you love these babies. Don't know if you knew but you can plant potatoes in tires. I've never done it but know several people that have. Just a thought.
Smokey is going to be super excited to see his old friends, the goats and of course Grandma & Grandpa!! That solves a lot for both you and Grandpa!! Yes, the donkeys really take care of the property!!
Good Job Chad 👍👍 Smokie belongs on Grandpa Adler's Farm with Batman and the other critters. Little Hercules can't do a Man's job not yet. So proud of you Chad and Rae and Grandpa 😂😂 Bless y'all for putting the needs of the farm animals first 💞❤️💜💛💙💚
Thank you for putting Smokie's first. She is an excellant LGD! It is a good move; and I believe it is for the best. Thank you for carring enough to do what's right. Not easy, but necessary. The Donkey's should be good for your new setup. God Bless.
I just hope with my whole heart that little Hercules doesn't get hurt. If not by default but Smokey's food aggression won't go away by moving her back to Farm 1.0. She needs retraining. Just praying that everything go well .
Smokey is not aggressive, she is frustrated. She has boundaries but most of the other animals do not. She can't see the boundaries that she has, so she can't relax because she anticipates the warning beep from her collar. She needs a private place to eat where she knows she doesn't have to guard her food and can relax. I live with a Great Pyrenees and they want, no need, their surroundings to be consistent.
I am so happy that Smokey gets to go back home! She was so happy with Grandpa and Grandma. I just hope she settles back in ok, with all of the changes that Grandpa has made.
As a long time rehab person for dogs that bite, etc., I have to take Smokes side on this, feeding her with the chickens is encouraging food aggression and she might accidently snap at the children at some point. I know you will hate me for saying this but Smoke has ALWAYS been such a good girl, was much happier when with Grandpa, the goats, etc.
I have been wondering about that with Smokey. I thought you would eventually do what your doing, I could tell she was not content. You are a good friend to her, she loves you and your family.
Growing pains. Change can be uncomfortable. Smokey is going to have to adjust again. Home changed also. Hard to go back to something that is no longer there. Glad Grandpa Adler is up for the challenge. Hope every one has a chance to settle in and wish all of you well.
Thanks for the live Chad and Rae. I know you don’t want Smokey to go but your thinking of her first and putting her needs before your feelings. I hope she settles back in fine as it will look very different there since Ralph made all the changes. You know she will be well cared for and loved by your dad. Sometimes we have to do things we don’t like or want but have to be done. Like you said the donkeys are excellent guard dogs and so are the alpacas. Where you are letting the goats and highlands, donkeys and now the steers have free roam there is no particular need for a LSGD. Maybe in time if you change the way you have your pastures you may need one but that’s your choice to decide. The animals all are happy and enjoying themselves. Thankyou for sharing. 💕🙏
I think that move will be the best option for her happiness. Getting a new solo dog who grows up on your new farm might acclimate better. I commend you for making a decision that’s best for her even though it might make it harder on your new farm. Prayers all goes well and it all works out.
We raise and breed dogs. Sometimes a major transition. Especially when it's a drastic change when they not only lose one of their main caretaker and the animals they are used to all at once can be very stressful on them. Back at grandpa's would be great for her. Batman and the rest of them would be better for her probably.
You are doing the right thing for Smokey. She has been taken away from her "pack" ...her family. Your dad, you, and Adler are her family. Dogs NEED their family. Smokey is going to be very happy to be back at her home.
Keeping Smokey happy and with her best buds is a very important and top priority. With the donkeys, you have a wonderful alarm system. You all are very aware what is truly the best for all the animals, it shows all of us how caring you are for those same beautiful animals. Any extra tires can be a great way of making some fun swings and even use the rubber for animal rubbing/play if strung up, country style flower beds, and even feeders for the animals. GOD BLESS on all your undertakings.
Love your videos. I’m sure Smokey will relax when she is back with her goats and her familiar property. She will be happier and so will Grandpa and Grandma. No more trapping. You are so careful with and for your animals. I respect you for that.
I had a feeling from your name of the video that Smokey was going home to your Dad's farm. I am sorry for your loss at Adler Farms 2.0, but she is going to a home where she will be as loved as she can be, and you can visit her whenever you need a Smokey fix. Your Dad's comment on his video yesterday had me wondering how long it would be until he got a guardian dog. I am very happy for all of you and I am so happy it's Smokey!God's continued blessings on all of you!
Great video as always Chad!!! Believe that's best thing for smokey know ya'll love her want her there but I'm with you Believe she'll enjoy bein back at your parents. But you definitely don't need a guard dog when you have have 3 donkeys. Got ya'lls homestead lookin good. Thanks for sharing be safe have fun enjoy ya'lls homestead and family
Chad, you tried. It takes a good and strong person to know when a change is needed. I think she will be very happy back at Grandpa and Grandma’s place. I am interested to see the dynamics between Smokey and Hercules. She’ll be a good mentor for him I think.
I think you are right and moving smokey back to grandpa Adlers farm 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 thank you for sharing have a wonderful evening 😊
Hi it's good seeing you again and I hope all goes well with Smokey I just love her .Thank you for taking us along and take care. Hope the boys had a great first day back. Till next time.
You are doing what’s best for Smoky and you guys always do what’s best for all your animals and what’s best for your family. Thanks for sharing your life with us😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Smokey has not looked herself since you brought her out there. She misses being around humans a good bit of the time and misses her routine. Also, the shock collar is probably hard on her! Taking her back to your parents place is the best thing for her. I was so sorry to hear about Bandit...such a beautiful dog...such a loss!😔😬😔
Poor baby those chickens would drive anyone crazy lol Smoky cannot have any peace she belongs back with grandpa and her goats this did not just work out for her I love that you love her so much and are so good to her and all of your animals Much Love
I know that was a sad decision for you to make for our Smokey. I love her. We all do. My heart hurts for her & I'm glad she's going back to your OG farm. You've had some tough things to deal with but you've always done so graciously. This grammy loves you and your family. May God continue to bless you, Chad. 🥰
I'm sure it was a hard but very wise decision for Smokie to go back to 1.O. But Chad, you've proven yourself to be a very wise and thoughtful man. Smokie doesn't have a job there by you. And that's what she's all about. What her breed is all about. You could just see that she wasn't herself. She's not comfortable. She gets back to her buddies the goats, her " pack", I can't wait to see the difference in her. Also, the difference in the goats! Thank you Chad and Rae. For sharing with us another difficult, but necessary part of your "farm life". God bless 🙏🤗🙏🤗.
@@dakinebud187 Bit more than that Da'kinebud187? NO? come on? A bit more of an explanation why you think 'smokey' who's not in his youth, shouldnt go back to where he was happier. He's clearly not happy there he has no one to interact with, dogs love companionship. His weight and fur loss has to be depression, severe depression. But what do i know? I just popped in and having too much say on something i know very little about (apart from dogs)😆🌺🌻🌺
@@eveningstar777 Agreeing with what you've said with one correction. Smokey is a she. Edit: Also, at Grandpa Adler's Farm the chickens are/were always in pens with only about 4 free ranging, unlike at Chad and Rae's where the chickens were able to get right up on her and tried to steal her food. She isn't used to that, since at the other farm part of her job was to make sure the chickens stayed in their pens and didn't "escape".
@@bethnichols2875 I believe her job was to keep all predators away from the "farm" area and animals. And as far as that went, she did a great job.
@@lanak.fromnewmexico1143 That as well. Yet Chad has mentioned in past videos that when a chicken would get out, Smokey would hold the chicken down till Chad or Grandpa Adler would come and put the chicken back in its assigned pen. So correction; Smokey may have felt that was part of her job re: the chickens, since as Chad mentioned, Smokey tolerates the chickens, yet she prefers when they stay in their pens vs coming around her and her space. Agreed she is excellent at her job of keeping predators away, as Chad mentioned in this video when he mentioned about the raccoons, etc. Grandpa Adler has had to trap since Smokey has been at Chad's new farm.
Cattle about smokey wasn't used to it. Only goats and a occasional chicken bein around. There's a know organisationmonk
I think Smokey is gonna be happy having Grandpa and her Goat's around her again.
I am ecstatic about your decision. I could tell Smokey wasn't as happy as when she was at Grandpas & Grandmas. I know she misses her goat friends. Its terrific you are thinking of her and not yourself. Way to go CHAD!
Smokey is a social dog. Being alone is making her wacky. It would make me wacky with no friends.
I agree 👍
Glad to know Smokey is going back to Grandpa and Grandma. Smokey knows them very well and was happy with them before. ❤️
Happy Smokey is going home to Grandpa and Grandma. ❤
@@judyedwards7239 ME TO 🙏🏽
Good to hear Smokey is going back to Grandpa Adler's farm. She will be so happy. Sorry she couldn't stay on your farm but at least she's still in the family. Also you are doing what's best for her. She's such a beautiful sweetheart.
Dang give the chickens feed first!
This video stressed me out! Smokey having to compete for her food just isn't necessary in my opinion.I know showing the craziness at feeding time was to make a point,glad she will be going to Grandpa's.💖
I agree that Smokey was not comfy in the new area. She will love being back to HER area. Kudos to you.
I’m glad Smokey is going back to grandpas she will be so happy
I am glad Smokey is going back with Grandpa and Grandma. She will be happier.
Glad that Smokey is going back to Grandpa's 😁😁 She is such a good guardian dog 🐕🐕
I'm so happy for smokey and I bet grandpa is as excited as a toddler in a toy shop xxx
Smokey's going to be so happy to be back home again with your dad and his goats. She's such a good dog. God Bless!
That is so sad about Smokey. I'm glad she's going back, she'll be much happier there!
Smokey is a huge light and star of the show. I trust your instincts w her. I think it's great and Grandpa will be on cloud nine, not to mention the goats. Much love, many prayers.
Praying that Smokey will do well back at Grandpa’s. She’s such a beautiful dog who deserves to be happy and content. We understand that it will be tough for you all, but you have such a kind heart and you put Smokey first. Thank you for the love and compassion you show each and every animal in your care. God bless you all.🙏🏼❤️
Amen
You could see the stress in Smokie’s face. She used to be Queen in her fenced in space. She loved to see you & your dad & the boys & she had her job & routine. She was so happy doing her zoomed. We all wanted to come hug pet & play with her. I’ll never forget seeing you & Grandpa upset when she disappeared , & we were sick about it too! Thank the good Lord, she returned.She liked things the way they were. With everything open & her having to worry about Bandit & the other animals getting her food,she was worried & stressed. So glad you decided to return her to her happy place. Still hoping you’ll find her a good dog to mate with bc all of us would love to see her puppies. Thank you for always doing the right thing!🙏🏼💕🐾
I love and support your decision. She will be back home where she was most comfortable. Your folks will be so happy. ☺❤🙏
So glad Smokey's going back to Grampa's. She's had a rough ride since leaving there and I believe you're right when you say she hasn't found her place at your farm Chad. It takes a strong kind soul to know when to admit what needs to be done for the greater good and then implement it. A hard but good decision.
Yes it does. 👍
I was at the park sitting in my car when the notification came on my phone that Smokey was gone and just dropped my head and didn't look at the video for at least 4 hours. So thankful it wasn't what it appeared to be. Bless you for your decision!
Hahaha “Where did God put the grass” It’s so refreshing that you say what the rest of us “normal” people are thinking, and don’t put on a big act! It’s Great! Really enjoy your content and the comic relief!🤣👍🏻
Smokey is such a sweetheart, it's hard to watch her today. She was happy at farm 1.0. Running, getting her treats (for her joints) and zoomies, chasing the 🐐 goats, playing with you and grandpa. I'm glad she's going back. Her good mental health is totally essential. As always you figure it out. Smokey is a great dog. Love her.❤💋🫂
And getting brushed too ..
I think Smokey will be happy 😊 with her best bud, Batman and his 2 brothers to romp and play with after the trauma she has been through after she moved to your acreage. She may have felt that her territory was where the goats, pigs etc Was close together ❤️ all for her to patrol. I think Grandpa was missing her too. She will be going back to familiar territory and Grandpa 👴 for those crazy brushing and wrestling 😜 with him!!!! God Bless you for thinking of Smokey and what is best for the guardian!! I hope she will be her old self after being back to "her home"!!
Shock collars aren’t the best if they didn’t have them from a pup. We tried shock collar on 1 of ours that was 3 yrs old and he wasn’t the same when he had it in. Once he realized it wasn’t on him anymore, he became a big baby again. He was 125lb Rottie so if taking the collar off didn’t help then he would have been put down. But he was like night and day. But that’s my experience and some others had the same issue.
@@annemariereese3551 I forgot Smokey has one on. Yeah I've read awful stories of shock collars changing pets. I wouldn't use one.
I think you and your wife have made the right decision. I've watched your channel for awhile and I noticed the changed in Smokey. I think by taking her back home, she might be more relaxed and have less anxiety. Best of luck!!
A wise decision! Things might have been different if you have been there full time; but she was clearly very bonded to grandpa and the goats and missing them too.
Good luck Smokey...
Grandpa will love to see you ❤️
Smokey girl is homesick.. you are doing what is best for her.
I'm glad that Smokey is going back to Grandpa's & Grandma's place and I am sure that you are doing it to give her the best life possible. And Chad you can be very funny 🤣. I was dying when you said that you don't want the cows playing hide from the farmer. Thanks for the laughs. God bless 🙏 ❤️
I almost cried when you said Smokey was going back to grandpa. You have made the right decision she has not been happy. The animals all look so good. Have a great day, hope Case, Carter had a wonderful day at school. 🙏❤️🐐🐐👍👋👋❤️🙏✌️✌️✌️✌️
I really admire your dedication to your animals. You’re doing right by Smokey. I love that you observe and react accordingly.
I'm so sorry you had to make this decision, but I think it's the right one for Smokey. Grandpa will love having her back too. Love all you Adler Farms folk.
i am so glad you noticed how smokey was not happy. i noticed but did not say any thing. that is your farm and your animals and that was your decision to make, i almost cried for her happiness. good call sir.
I betcha grandpa is excited! No matter what he might say, I'm sure he has missed Smokey!
“Hide from your farmer is not my favorite game” Chad, you always make me laugh!
They were just trying to play hide and seek. 😂🤣😂
Them cows all looking at u at the same time is priceless looks like they thinkin let us along we got this dad
So happy your Dad is getting a guard dog. Having the chickens and turkey killed, and then having to trap and depose of the predators was hard. Love watching you grow into your position as farmer/rancher/builder. Couldn't be more happy with your decision about Smokey. Blessings to you and your family.
I'm so happy Smokey is going back to your dad's place! I just wanted to cry seeing her so upset with wanting to eat in peace! Those chicken are crazy..& driving her crazy! I hope we get to see her reunion with her goat buddies! Thank you for caring so much for Smokey & what will make her happy! God bless y'all!
I'm so excited for Smokey! Your parent's place is her happy place. Her buds are the goats! Plus, it's much shadier and cooler. The timing is perfect with K&S moving to their property. Good move y'all!
Grandpas home it’s the best place for her. It will be Home Sweet Home for Smokey.
Smart move. Remember, there’s some trauma from Bandit. His aggression + dog fight + loss of Bandit + move. I know people say that dogs don’t remember, but I disagree. My mastiff was never the same after a dog attacked him; & he had to disarm the other dog (didn’t kill. Hurt real bad though). He did what seemed like a mourn &/or trauma response for months - not sure how else to describe it. Wise “Love” choice on your part. ❤️🚀
Re-watching this has made me miss her so much. But she needed to be back where she grew up. She was a really great dog…thanks for taking her back to her goats, grandpa and the chickens she knew…thank you, Chad…
Smokey saying ITS MY FOOD GRRRRRRRR BARK BARK WOOF WOOF so funny😭😂😭😂😭😂😭😂
YESSSS, Smokey is going home. So happy 😊 for Smokey. 👍👍👍💗💗
I think your spot on. She had her enclosed area to eat. She was really close to the goats. It’s her domain. She knows the routine. Great move!
The news about Smokey is so sad,!!! But I totally understand you want her to live her best life!!!!! At least you know she's going to a very good home and she will be happy. And you will still get to see her. Your doing your very best by all your animals and it shows!!!!❤
So sorry that Smokey didn't work out on your new farm. I know you'll miss her, you made an awesome thing taking her back to Grandpa's. She will Be happier being with her old job back. God bless you and your family. Loads of love to you all.
I'm sure Grandpa will be happy to have Smokey back .
Yeah for Grandpa and Grandma. Smokey is going to be happy. I feel sorry for you guys. You are doing the right thing.
I hope all goes well tomorrow with Smokey's move.
I’m so glad Smokie is going back to her farm…. I didn’t think she seemed happy I think she misses her goat friends. It’s a good move going back to her farm. I love that you Consider Smokies well-being before your feelings or what you need on your farm…♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
I know this was a tough decision, thank you for making the right call for Smokey's happiness and well being. Grandpa needs her to help with his critter problem and the goats will be so happy to have her back. Blessings Chad, Rae, and boys.
Wow, you and your wife are such a blessing to smoking and at the same time, she will be giving your father and mother peace.
Sad to see Smoky go. But happy for her to be with grandpa and grandma 💖❤️
Should never have been moved from Grandpas. She Loves him.
Smokey should have stayed with GRAMPA in the first place. See was feeling a loss for Adler Farms. It was much cooler for her with all those trees and she missed her goat friends. Bless you Chad for taking her back to her home.✝️🙏🏻❤️👵🏻
I’d love to see Smokey and Batman’s 1st interaction of her coming home🥰
Chad I noticed Smokey when you brought her over to your new farm. She looked very unhappy. Glad Smokey is moving back to Grandpa and Grandma.
Dear Chad & Rae, putting the needs of your beautiful Smokey ahead of your needs and / or wants, clearly examples what good people you are. And also, thank you for exampling these things to a multitude of others ...This could help greatly in what is "today's world." Grandpa likely will be quite pleased, and perhaps so will Smokey. Congratulations to all of you.
I am going to come to on you feeding eggs to the dog it could lead her to eating eggs when she finds one on the ground she will think it is ok for to eat them
I know you love Smokey very much. And it shows by you sending her back to Ralph and LeeAnn..Not wanting her stressed anymore...Thats real love for that girl..God bless you and Rae...
Absolutely doing the right thing for Smokey. Love her, love you guys, love that you are willing to sacrifice for your animals.
Love Smokey , glad to know we'll see her with Grandpa and Grandma Adlers, poor baby with those dang pesky chickens. Rosie is so cute. Thank you for being present enough that you see what's up but more importantly that you love these babies. Don't know if you knew but you can plant potatoes in tires. I've never done it but know several people that have. Just a thought.
Smokey is going to be super excited to see his old friends, the goats and of course Grandma & Grandpa!! That solves a lot for both you and Grandpa!! Yes, the donkeys really take care of the property!!
I’m just glad she’s not lost.. but in her heart she’s sad that a dog could be mean when she’s so loving..
Good Job Chad 👍👍 Smokie belongs on Grandpa Adler's Farm with Batman and the other critters. Little Hercules can't do a Man's job not yet. So proud of you Chad and Rae and Grandpa 😂😂 Bless y'all for putting the needs of the farm animals first 💞❤️💜💛💙💚
Thank you for putting Smokie's first. She is an excellant LGD! It is a good move; and I believe it is for the best. Thank you for carring enough to do what's right. Not easy, but necessary. The Donkey's should be good for your new setup. God Bless.
I just hope with my whole heart that little Hercules doesn't get hurt. If not by default but Smokey's food aggression won't go away by moving her back to Farm 1.0. She needs retraining. Just praying that everything go well .
Smokey is not aggressive, she is frustrated. She has boundaries but most of the other animals do not. She can't see the boundaries that she has, so she can't relax because she anticipates the warning beep from her collar. She needs a private place to eat where she knows she doesn't have to guard her food and can relax. I live with a Great Pyrenees and they want, no need, their surroundings to be consistent.
So so miss Smoky ,when she was at the other farm your. Dad fed her in a little pen so she could eat with out hassle.
Love this couple and Rae! She's so cute and i like her attitude. Congrats on the marriage!!, 🙌🎊
I am so happy that Smokey gets to go back home! She was so happy with Grandpa and Grandma. I just hope she settles back in ok, with all of the changes that Grandpa has made.
As a long time rehab person for dogs that bite, etc., I have to take Smokes side on this, feeding her with the chickens is encouraging food aggression and she might accidently snap at the children at some point. I know you will hate me for saying this but Smoke has ALWAYS been such a good girl, was much happier when with Grandpa, the goats, etc.
I have been wondering about that with Smokey. I thought you would eventually do what your doing, I could tell she was not content. You are a good friend to her, she loves you and your family.
I agree with you Smokie needs to be happy. And Grandpa's farm is the place to be. Amen praise the LORD. GOD bless you all.🙏
Growing pains. Change can be uncomfortable. Smokey is going to have to adjust again. Home changed also. Hard to go back to something that is no longer there. Glad Grandpa Adler is up for the challenge. Hope every one has a chance to settle in and wish all of you well.
Thanks for the live Chad and Rae. I know you don’t want Smokey to go but your thinking of her first and putting her needs before your feelings. I hope she settles back in fine as it will look very different there since Ralph made all the changes. You know she will be well cared for and loved by your dad. Sometimes we have to do things we don’t like or want but have to be done. Like you said the donkeys are excellent guard dogs and so are the alpacas. Where you are letting the goats and highlands, donkeys and now the steers have free roam there is no particular need for a LSGD. Maybe in time if you change the way you have your pastures you may need one but that’s your choice to decide. The animals all are happy and enjoying themselves. Thankyou for sharing. 💕🙏
I think that move will be the best option for her happiness. Getting a new solo dog who grows up on your new farm might acclimate better. I commend you for making a decision that’s best for her even though it might make it harder on your new farm. Prayers all goes well and it all works out.
Glad smoke is going back to your dads. You can tell she's not comfortable at the new farm I 'm sure she'll be happier back "home"
You're making the best choice for Smoky and your farm.👍
We raise and breed dogs. Sometimes a major transition. Especially when it's a drastic change when they not only lose one of their main caretaker and the animals they are used to all at once can be very stressful on them. Back at grandpa's would be great for her. Batman and the rest of them would be better for her probably.
You are doing the right thing for Smokey. She has been taken away from her "pack" ...her family. Your dad, you, and Adler are her family. Dogs NEED their family. Smokey is going to be very happy to be back at her home.
A good decision for Miss Smokey. God's Blessings for you all.
Keeping Smokey happy and with her best buds is a very important and top priority. With the donkeys, you have a wonderful alarm system. You all are very aware what is truly the best for all the animals, it shows all of us how caring you are for those same beautiful animals. Any extra tires can be a great way of making some fun swings and even use the rubber for animal rubbing/play if strung up, country style flower beds, and even feeders for the animals. GOD BLESS on all your undertakings.
Love your videos. I’m sure Smokey will relax when she is back with her goats and her familiar property. She will be happier and so will Grandpa and Grandma. No more trapping. You are so careful with and for your animals. I respect you for that.
I had a feeling from your name of the video that Smokey was going home to your Dad's farm. I am sorry for your loss at Adler Farms 2.0, but she is going to a home where she will be as loved as she can be, and you can visit her whenever you need a Smokey fix. Your Dad's comment on his video yesterday had me wondering how long it would be until he got a guardian dog. I am very happy for all of you and I am so happy it's Smokey!God's continued blessings on all of you!
Great video as always Chad!!! Believe that's best thing for smokey know ya'll love her want her there but I'm with you Believe she'll enjoy bein back at your parents. But you definitely don't need a guard dog when you have have 3 donkeys. Got ya'lls homestead lookin good. Thanks for sharing be safe have fun enjoy ya'lls homestead and family
I'm so happy, I'm in tears. Thank you for making the decision about Smokey.
I like the way Fred looked back at you like, "Are they suppose to be here?"
Progress is defined as moving forward … Smokey helping Grandpa is progressing grandpa’s farm - exciting😊
You are doing the right thing for Smokey. You really love her ❤
Chad, you tried. It takes a good and strong person to know when a change is needed. I think she will be very happy back at Grandpa and Grandma’s place. I am interested to see the dynamics between Smokey and Hercules. She’ll be a good mentor for him I think.
I think you are right and moving smokey back to grandpa Adlers farm 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 thank you for sharing have a wonderful evening 😊
Hi it's good seeing you again and I hope all goes well with Smokey I just love her .Thank you for taking us along and take care. Hope the boys had a great first day back. Till next time.
your doing what's best for your animals.and smokey.✌.
You are doing what’s best for Smoky and you guys always do what’s best for all your animals and what’s best for your family. Thanks for sharing your life with us😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Your dad will be thrilled and he will spoil her rotten. Excited for everyone.
I am so glad Smokey is going to Grandpa and Grandma's. Your dad nas such a great bond with Smokey and she was happy there.
Poor smokey.
I think that’s the best for Smoky. He will be happy with Grandpa and Grandma Adler back there. I was so happy when you said that’s were he was going.
Smokey has not looked herself since you brought her out there. She misses being around humans a good bit of the time and misses her routine. Also, the shock collar is probably hard on her! Taking her back to your parents place is the best thing for her. I was so sorry to hear about Bandit...such a beautiful dog...such a loss!😔😬😔
Poor baby those chickens would drive anyone crazy lol Smoky cannot have any peace she belongs back with grandpa and her goats this did not just work out for her I love that you love her so much and are so good to her and all of your animals Much Love
I know that was a sad decision for you to make for our Smokey. I love her. We all do. My heart hurts for her & I'm glad she's going back to your OG farm. You've had some tough things to deal with but you've always done so graciously. This grammy loves you and your family. May God continue to bless you, Chad. 🥰
Smokey will be much happier at Grandpa and Grandma’s. That’s a wise decision.
Feed the chickens first so they aren't trying to eat Dog food, Some farms just aren't good for LARGE GUARD DOGS.
I think you made the right decision. Smokey will love being back with Batman, PW and Fox. They even have more room to roam.
God Bless y'all,. John V. Michigan
You sure got your cardio today lol. I am sure Grandpa will be happy with Smokie. I hope it will improve his disposition and make him a happier dog.
Going back to Grandpa’s is the best!