What I really love about your video is it mainly focused on hoofing. Unlike other hoof channels, 90% of your vids are basically about the hoofing process. You’re not making yourself the center of attention but the hoofing process itself. It’s been very therapeutic to me. Good job
You are so gentle and easy with the wounds, taking great care not to put anymore unnecessary pain on them than you have to. You are very caring, great quality shows in you! Thank you!!! ❤
I never thought that watching somebody trim cow hoovs Would be so interesting This is gotta be the 3rd UA-cam channel I watch On trimming cow hoves,and I just can't get enough of it. To think your helping that cow to live a happier life.
I'll say it again....YOU'RE THE BEST HOOF TRIMMER ON THE EARTH!! Your care and concern for the animal's pain and what they're feeling is undoubtedly the sole difference between you and other "trimmers". Amazing and astounding Dude, by far the most compassionate guy around. I'm proud of ya, don't change!! Hugz, Tree PS Your glue sets up so fast, not like a few other's I've seen. Perfect!! Do ya cut off the glue that pokes out on the inside? I've not seen many trimmers do it. Seems like that'd hurt on the inside. 😊
Hi Nate. It’s 2 am and I can’t sleep, so I was thrilled to watch your video. You are great teacher, I learn so much. You have such a soft touch, and are an excellent trimmer . Thanks 🇨🇦
Nate, for horses we would call you a hoofsmith, which in the old days focussed on the ‘smith’ part of it. But your work is in the veterinary paramedic field; it’s amazing. Question: when you touch the injured spot, does it hurt? Do you occasionally have squirming and screaming animals?
@@veronica- There are two english expressions for the same thing (as often in English language): blacksmith and farrier. They have different origins: "Farrier" is derived from french "fer" which means "iron". A farrier is a man working with iron - as he prepares the iron horseshoes. Remember: there have been hundreds of years with close french connections of English Kings and Queens: William the Conqueror (1066), as well as hundreds of years with Saxon and Angeln coming from northern Germany (450-1100). The word "blacksmith" is beeing discussed: "smith" may have his origin in Old-English or in Old-High-German "smitha" with even elder Gothic roots.
Dear Nate, I love how kind and gentle you are to the cow! Some of the others act like get the job done, don't care that it's a living animal. GREAT JOB!!! 🐄💙😇🙏🏻
When you say "we've digital dermatitis present on this farm", does that mean it's like an epidemic or an infestation and the whole farm can be eradicated of it, like say through a disinfecting regiment, or is it impossible to stop and comes and goes like flu season? Also, did you ever think that so many people would be interested in your trade? Gross stuff aside, it is fascinating work.
It’s kind of neat to watch when they come in from outside. Each cow has a specific stall and they know which one is theirs. Some will refuse to go into a stall that isn’t theirs.
Thank you for being so careful all the time and putting your cow’s well-being first. There are some other good trimmers out there who just hack into the hooves with their grinder like there’s no tomorrow. And they even admit they have no knife skills. You, sir, are a breath of fresh air. 👍🏻
Great video, very instructive. One thing you showed that I really appreciated was the close-up of the cow standing on the new block. I've never seen that before; usually we just see how the cow is walking away on the block.
I noticed that someone commented a couple of videos ago about your supposed lack of aggressiveness in carving away at a cow's hoof. Sadly that individual was unable to substantiate their claims based on no relevant videos posted or relevant experience cited. As if I would like an unwarranted display of blood splatter coming from any of my animals anyway. Therefore I am forced to say that from what I have seen so far, I would trust you with my animals and my animals would most likely trust you. Just so I don't sound like a hypocrite, I have been involved in some form of beef cattle, sheep or goat farming for 50 or so years. Great work. 👍
@@mr.realistic9791 Yes, I have watched a few of his videos and I found him fairly comparable to Nate. Maybe I haven't watched the right ones? I don't mind as long as the animal doesn't get mistreated. I've got one here now that was mistreated by a bastard old lady and I'm pretty sure that the results will be the painful death of an innocent animal.
Randomly stumbled on a video of Nate a almost a week ago and can’t stop watching them, I’m a huge animal lover and for some reason animals love me too, seeing you fix these poor girls hooves makes me happy and I find these videos relaxing, entertaining and knowledge building all in one, what you do is amazing and I can feel the gratification and joy you get from your work. Edit: didn’t realise how long this was until I posted, oops!
Great job as usual, can't imagine how much better that cow feels with the hoof gone from around the sore, good acid on there and a block to get if off the ground. Relief!!
Your videos are easy to follow and your great strength is explaining things in ways people not involved with cattle can understand. Maybe at some point you can have your own TV show.
Suggestion: At the start of some of your videos, take a minute to show a close up clip of you sharpening your hoof knives. Show the edge gleaming and test the blades cutting paper edgewise.
Curious do you find the hooves of cows in tied stalls better? My grandparents had a dairy farm with cows in the tied stalls while milking and in winter but on pasture the rest of the time and we hardly ever had issues with the hooves.
You are so gentle with your knife! It's such a pleasure to watch! Also I wonder if the cows would notice the difference between their hooves being drier or wetter 🤔 if they have to change the stall, for example.
@@NatetheHoofGuy it's more of a philosophical question! 😊 But if they notice how their hooves change with drier and wetter seasons, they'd notice them changing with the stalling too.
I really enjoy watching your work and dialogue. You can really tell when a person is experienced and knows just how much to do and then stops before making additional problems. I know all trimmers must have really sharp knives, but yours seem like going through butter.
I don't think it'd have enough power. Besides, the knife seems to work just fine for that. He'd probably use a die grinder or something instead of a Dremel. Similar, but more cooch. Plus, you'd need a trimming attachment for them. The tool cuts the hoof instead of abrading so it doesn't build heat.
It’s usually the primary weight bearing claws which are the inside claws on the front and outside claws on the back feet. They receive the most amount of weight so consequently the most trauma.
Hi Nate! Good video as always. I was watching another one of your videos earlier, and I have a question about digital dermatitis. I know there are specific signs that DD has formed around a hoof; however, is there any kind of sign that DD is just beginning to form? On the earlier video, I saw a reddish color around a hoof and thought it might be a sign of beginning DD, but you didn't treat for it. Now I'm not sure if I was seeing things or if that double cup of morning joe with triple shots of sugar and Irish Cream is making me see red. I guess I'm asking if you can see DD as it's just starting, rather than pronounced and awful looking and painful for the cow. Thanks, and thanks again for the video ~~ take good care!
It usually starts in the interdigital cleft. The best way to control DD is with the use of a foot bath. Treatment at the chute won’t prevent early cases because unless we treated them all as if they already had it. That wouldn’t be cost effective.
I just watched a video by TEC TV and all I could think was “butchers!” They need to watch your videos to learn what the right way to treat a cow is. All they did was a routine trimming and the cow was bleeding! I couldn’t believe it! I don’t think I’ll be watching any more of their videos.
Hi Nate, I have a question: Are there rubber blocks made with added heel depth in case the part of the hoof that's getting the block doesn't have the right depth? Or is that so unusual that it's not an issue. Thanks for another great video!
Great question. I’ve been trying to find blocks that do just that. I want a block that tapers from around 1 inch down to 5/8 inch at the toe. No luck finding one yet.
It has a similar effect but is caused by increased movement in the bone not necessarily a spur off of it though that does happen in cows with chronic ulcers.
At first I liked another hoof trimmer better, but after finding your channel I’ve changed my mind. Your videos revolve around the cows, you’re not trying to push memberships to watch “new” videos, you’re not trying to become famous, and your knives are so much sharper. ❤
Does 'tie stall' mean that the cows are tied into thier stalls? As opposed to Saskduchkids dairy cows ? Are there any regulations on this regarding how long they are tied up for? Genuinely curious...
Yes they are tied up. The way the barns are designed they can’t roam freely like they do in freestalls. The cows would walk into the feed and contaminate it and it would be very difficult to keep clean which would be a problem with the milk inspectors. I don’t know about specific regulations but all the farmers I know let the cows out when the weather permits. I’ll do a video on them sometime so you can see what I mean.
@@NatetheHoofGuy OMG ❤👍 thank you for your reply!!! I look forward to any videos you might be able to make on tie stall cows, I do feel a bit sad for them tbh. Thank you for taking time to answer my question 😊
Thank you for not making us sit through 10 minutes of your home life before showing the hoof trimming 🤘🏻 the hoof gp could take a page. Also his wife HAAAATES the camera and it makes me so uncomfortable. Your vid’s are educational and to the point and I’m such a fan!
Why don't you take all of that tissue off? I actually know why, just wondering why one hoof trimmer will scrape it off and others don't. You are a true professional, Nate. Thank you
why is the purple wrap back?... couple videos back you had green wrap again but now we're back to purple. Whats the deal? Do i need to make a call to your wrap supplier?
What I really love about your video is it mainly focused on hoofing. Unlike other hoof channels, 90% of your vids are basically about the hoofing process. You’re not making yourself the center of attention but the hoofing process itself. It’s been very therapeutic to me. Good job
Totally agree. It's therapeutic for me too to watch your vids. And so is your voice.
Me too!! He's so careful with them and knows so much!
It's relaxing to watch him help the cows.
My sentiments too
Hoofing?
His voice is so gentle and inviting. Seems like a nice guy
You are so gentle and easy with the wounds, taking great care not to put anymore unnecessary pain on them than you have to. You are very caring, great quality shows in you! Thank you!!! ❤
I never thought that watching somebody trim cow hoovs Would be so interesting This is gotta be the 3rd UA-cam channel I watch On trimming cow hoves,and I just can't get enough of it. To think your helping that cow to live a happier life.
I think it’s adorable at the end, the cow seemingly waiting for their friend, also has a wrap on. Thanks for these videos Nate!
You have a great job and very important I would love to see this done in person💖
I love the videos where you post an update on the girls you’re taking care of! I’m wishing I knew how well she healed
I like how that other cow was waiting for her friend to get out of her pedicure chamber... like "hey girl, you good? let's go"
Sweet 💘
😂 “pedicure chamber”
I'll say it again....YOU'RE THE BEST HOOF TRIMMER ON THE EARTH!! Your care and concern for the animal's pain and what they're feeling is undoubtedly the sole difference between you and other "trimmers". Amazing and astounding Dude, by far the most compassionate guy around. I'm proud of ya, don't change!! Hugz, Tree
PS Your glue sets up so fast, not like a few other's I've seen. Perfect!! Do ya cut off the glue that pokes out on the inside? I've not seen many trimmers do it. Seems like that'd hurt on the inside. 😊
Especially how he explains everything. I have nothing to do with cows, but I tell you if I take a test about cow hooves am getting straight As.
Watch the Hoof GP he is the best !!
@@hollytalbot6695 he’s good as well
Thank you. I appreciate that!
@ Nate the hoof guy
I must apologise, but the hoof GP is my local guy ..
Hi Nate. It’s 2 am and I can’t sleep, so I was thrilled to watch your video. You are great teacher, I learn so much. You have such a soft touch, and are an excellent trimmer . Thanks 🇨🇦
Thank you!!
👍
Nate, for horses we would call you a hoofsmith, which in the old days focussed on the ‘smith’ part of it. But your work is in the veterinary paramedic field; it’s amazing. Question: when you touch the injured spot, does it hurt? Do you occasionally have squirming and screaming animals?
Cows are prey so there wouldn’t be many cows screaming - they don’t want attention
@@SimpleLifeAlways81 I often forget that even with their large size, horses and cows are considered prey. And as you said react as prey.
I thought the horse one was called a farrier. My mama keeps her horse at a barn and that's what they call it.
@@hayhayluxray That's what I thought too
@@veronica- There are two english expressions for the same thing (as often in English language): blacksmith and farrier.
They have different origins:
"Farrier" is derived from french "fer" which means "iron". A farrier is a man working with iron - as he prepares the iron horseshoes. Remember: there have been hundreds of years with close french connections of English Kings and Queens: William the Conqueror (1066), as well as hundreds of years with Saxon and Angeln coming from northern Germany (450-1100).
The word "blacksmith" is beeing discussed: "smith" may have his origin in Old-English or in Old-High-German "smitha" with even elder Gothic roots.
It's always nice to see them leave the stall feeling better.
Dear Nate, thank you for all these wonderful videos. As a vet that is not working with cows anymore I'm learning alot.
Dear Nate, I love how kind and gentle you are to the cow! Some of the others act like get the job done, don't care that it's a living animal. GREAT JOB!!!
🐄💙😇🙏🏻
If you look closely, you can see the image of Jesus briefly in this cows toe nail.
When you say "we've digital dermatitis present on this farm", does that mean it's like an epidemic or an infestation and the whole farm can be eradicated of it, like say through a disinfecting regiment, or is it impossible to stop and comes and goes like flu season? Also, did you ever think that so many people would be interested in your trade? Gross stuff aside, it is fascinating work.
The bacteria are impossible to eradicate once established.
I like the idea the cows have their own, individual stall. I have visions of it having matching bedding & unique decor. Maybe a little TV 😂😂
It’s kind of neat to watch when they come in from outside. Each cow has a specific stall and they know which one is theirs. Some will refuse to go into a stall that isn’t theirs.
Nate the Hoof Guy we were having the same conversations about humans only yesterday.
Appreciate you being gentle with the cows foot. You certainly know how bad it would hurt.
Thank you for being so careful all the time and putting your cow’s well-being first. There are some other good trimmers out there who just hack into the hooves with their grinder like there’s no tomorrow. And they even admit they have no knife skills. You, sir, are a breath of fresh air. 👍🏻
Your knife work is calm and gentle. 👍👍👍. To see you be so kind to the cows,. Is so pleasing and satisfying to watch,!!!! 👍🙏👍
I love how gentle you are.
You always take your time and go gentle when using your knife which is great to see. Great information on this video again
Great video, very instructive. One thing you showed that I really appreciated was the close-up of the cow standing on the new block. I've never seen that before; usually we just see how the cow is walking away on the block.
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I've been watching the hoof gp channel . Right of the bat I noticed how carefully and slowly you carve. he craves fast
I noticed that someone commented a couple of videos ago about your supposed lack of aggressiveness in carving away at a cow's hoof. Sadly that individual was unable to substantiate their claims based on no relevant videos posted or relevant experience cited. As if I would like an unwarranted display of blood splatter coming from any of my animals anyway. Therefore I am forced to say that from what I have seen so far, I would trust you with my animals and my animals would most likely trust you. Just so I don't sound like a hypocrite, I have been involved in some form of beef cattle, sheep or goat farming for 50 or so years. Great work. 👍
Dude, this is a novel.
@@applestix3491 Nothing like a bit of light reading mate.
What the hood gp check him out he's the best Ive seen a d he's aggressive
@@mr.realistic9791 Yes, I have watched a few of his videos and I found him fairly comparable to Nate. Maybe I haven't watched the right ones? I don't mind as long as the animal doesn't get mistreated. I've got one here now that was mistreated by a bastard old lady and I'm pretty sure that the results will be the painful death of an innocent animal.
@@xj9ox sometimes i cant comprehend that people call hoof gp terrible.
happy feet hoof guy,, uh... yea if you wanna see the hooves being butchered
i just want to say how wonderful you are with the girls. you are so gentle when you are looking for the problem and you care about the animals.
I'm so happy to see cow hooves taken care of. They give us so much.
Randomly stumbled on a video of Nate a almost a week ago and can’t stop watching them, I’m a huge animal lover and for some reason animals love me too, seeing you fix these poor girls hooves makes me happy and I find these videos relaxing, entertaining and knowledge building all in one, what you do is amazing and I can feel the gratification and joy you get from your work.
Edit: didn’t realise how long this was until I posted, oops!
Great job as usual, can't imagine how much better that cow feels with the hoof gone from around the sore, good acid on there and a block to get if off the ground. Relief!!
That wrap looks so comfortable!
Watching you is always calm and mesmerizing....
I really like this... It's like I can feel the cow being freed up from her pain. .... I would imagine this would be a full time job
It has been my full time job for nearly 19 years.
You're the Bob Ross of hoofs. 🥰
Your videos are easy to follow and your great strength is explaining things in ways people not involved with cattle can understand. Maybe at some point you can have your own TV show.
If I ever develop a hoof lesion I want Nate to help me 😁
It’s so nice to see you being so gentle with these babies
I love how you can tell from the pitch, just what is going on with the hoof
I love watching your videos. You make it so enjoyable by explaining what and why you do. Thank you!
That must be a great relief for the cow good job Nate
Thank you for being kind to them
Superb job as usual Nate. Love watching you work. Stay safe as always
Love the blue/purple wrap color. Shit is fire
At first I was wondering why I was even recommended these videos but now I can't stop watching them
Another well produced and informative video. Greeting from a rather cold and snowy Scotland
Cold and snowy here as well.
Suggestion: At the start of some of your videos, take a minute to show a close up clip of you sharpening your hoof knives. Show the edge gleaming and test the blades cutting paper edgewise.
Curious do you find the hooves of cows in tied stalls better? My grandparents had a dairy farm with cows in the tied stalls while milking and in winter but on pasture the rest of the time and we hardly ever had issues with the hooves.
In general they are better. The dairies here are similar and most of the problems are associated with the summer heat.
The markings on the cow at 8:05 that had its back foot worked on are very nice!
You are so gentle with your knife! It's such a pleasure to watch! Also I wonder if the cows would notice the difference between their hooves being drier or wetter 🤔 if they have to change the stall, for example.
I’m not sure. They probably do though.
@@NatetheHoofGuy it's more of a philosophical question! 😊 But if they notice how their hooves change with drier and wetter seasons, they'd notice them changing with the stalling too.
Great work Nate. Happy 🐮 they will definitely refer you to their friends in nearby farms.
Spectacular camera angle and work on this video Mr. Nate!
I really enjoy watching your work and dialogue. You can really tell when a person is experienced and knows just how much to do and then stops before making additional problems.
I know all trimmers must have really sharp knives, but yours seem like going through butter.
Them girls absolutely love their manicures! Great job!
Perfect work!!!! Good bless you for your work with this animals and care too!!! Great !!!!
Have you ever thought about using a Dremel tool to help with finesse and removal of the claw closer to the injury sites?
I don't think it'd have enough power. Besides, the knife seems to work just fine for that. He'd probably use a die grinder or something instead of a Dremel. Similar, but more cooch.
Plus, you'd need a trimming attachment for them. The tool cuts the hoof instead of abrading so it doesn't build heat.
I really like that you get right to the point on your video's
Me too,.i Just enjoy your work. And your voice is good also. 👍👍👍And you are gentle.
Hi Nate! Is there a reason to why usually just one of the claws ending up injured?
It’s usually the primary weight bearing claws which are the inside claws on the front and outside claws on the back feet. They receive the most amount of weight so consequently the most trauma.
I'm a fan of your channel congratulations for taking care of the animals' wounds God bless
I know the Hoof GP is really skilful but I think your work is a lot neater and cleaner.
Cow said, “thank moo very much.”
Yes really
@@khmerempiretourarts2571 åå
Thank you very moooch !!!
At the end of the video, her friend is waiting for her and the other cow also has the violet foot after you cure them. So cute.
Absolutely loving the snow fest before wrapping this one
Hi Nate! Good video as always. I was watching another one of your videos earlier, and I have a question about digital dermatitis. I know there are specific signs that DD has formed around a hoof; however, is there any kind of sign that DD is just beginning to form? On the earlier video, I saw a reddish color around a hoof and thought it might be a sign of beginning DD, but you didn't treat for it. Now I'm not sure if I was seeing things or if that double cup of morning joe with triple shots of sugar and Irish Cream is making me see red. I guess I'm asking if you can see DD as it's just starting, rather than pronounced and awful looking and painful for the cow. Thanks, and thanks again for the video ~~ take good care!
It usually starts in the interdigital cleft. The best way to control DD is with the use of a foot bath. Treatment at the chute won’t prevent early cases because unless we treated them all as if they already had it. That wouldn’t be cost effective.
Love your videos! Keep up the good work
Nice work again Nate 😃
Thank you 🎉😊love the care you take
Like your knife work, rotation under the loose horn. Have you ever considered burning back the granulation tissue with Silver Nitrate sticks?
I just watched a video by TEC TV and all I could think was “butchers!” They need to watch your videos to learn what the right way to treat a cow is. All they did was a routine trimming and the cow was bleeding! I couldn’t believe it! I don’t think I’ll be watching any more of their videos.
Aaaawww! The turn and thank. 💕
...have a good one and keep safe...
Reminds me of shaving sweet misty, back in the day!
Hi Nate, I have a question: Are there rubber blocks made with added heel depth in case the part of the hoof that's getting the block doesn't have the right depth? Or is that so unusual that it's not an issue. Thanks for another great video!
There are sloped blocks that have a higher heel. The flat blocks tend to be used more often though.
Great question. I’ve been trying to find blocks that do just that. I want a block that tapers from around 1 inch down to 5/8 inch at the toe. No luck finding one yet.
she will be ok after all that tlc,thank u Nate 🥰x
Goodday sir..i ask..what happen those part after put the powder,it back the like same before..watching here in saudi arabia,from🇵🇭🇸🇦
I thought I was connecting with the hoof gp, but I decided to watch anyway. Wow!!! Talk about different techniques...
The variations of housing and hooves is interesting. So is it similar to a bone spur?
It has a similar effect but is caused by increased movement in the bone not necessarily a spur off of it though that does happen in cows with chronic ulcers.
@@NatetheHoofGuy thank you for explaining. ❤️
At first I liked another hoof trimmer better, but after finding your channel I’ve changed my mind. Your videos revolve around the cows, you’re not trying to push memberships to watch “new” videos, you’re not trying to become famous, and your knives are so much sharper. ❤
Does 'tie stall' mean that the cows are tied into thier stalls? As opposed to Saskduchkids dairy cows ? Are there any regulations on this regarding how long they are tied up for? Genuinely curious...
Yes they are tied up. The way the barns are designed they can’t roam freely like they do in freestalls. The cows would walk into the feed and contaminate it and it would be very difficult to keep clean which would be a problem with the milk inspectors. I don’t know about specific regulations but all the farmers I know let the cows out when the weather permits. I’ll do a video on them sometime so you can see what I mean.
@@NatetheHoofGuy OMG ❤👍 thank you for your reply!!! I look forward to any videos you might be able to make on tie stall cows, I do feel a bit sad for them tbh. Thank you for taking time to answer my question 😊
@@jogillett8518 You’re welcome.
Me: haven’t been within 200’ of a cow in ten years.
Also me: “I watch the Hoof GP… what I would have done is…”
Nate is the best!
So true. I wondered if our British milk farmers take the same care with our cows
Nate is The only one I watch 🙏🏼
The cows always come out of the crush "is this going to hurt? Yes? No.....ahhhhh feels much better"
That’s one if the most satisfying parts. When they realize it doesn’t hurt anymore.
Another skillful application of knife work with sharp blade that causes less trauma to the lame foot . An aha moment for the mama.
The area of the hoof has been anesthetized.
Thank you for not making us sit through 10 minutes of your home life before showing the hoof trimming 🤘🏻 the hoof gp could take a page. Also his wife HAAAATES the camera and it makes me so uncomfortable. Your vid’s are educational and to the point and I’m such a fan!
Grest video. I enjoy watching your videos. Have a good rest of the weekend.
Amazing work. Please let us know how it is going to heal.
She looks like she feels better.
Nate now I see characters again. Excellent video
I really like your videos straight to the point.
Why didn't you trim back those white line black cracks on outer claw and any loose horn before wrapping claw?
My friend you do awesome work with the"girls"
Why don't you take all of that tissue off? I actually know why, just wondering why one hoof trimmer will scrape it off and others don't. You are a true professional, Nate. Thank you
Very cute and fascinating way of cure.
why is the purple wrap back?... couple videos back you had green wrap again but now we're back to purple. Whats the deal? Do i need to make a call to your wrap supplier?
I’ve got green, purple, red, blue and tan.
Da ladies like some fancy colors
@@NatetheHoofGuy Blue wrap would be nice. :)
I love to hear your voice 😍😍😍😍😍😍
I am from indonesia 🇮🇩
I have a majorly off-topic question that I haven't seen any answers to yet: why do the cows/heifers drool while in the chute?
Nate is it not easier to use ha hose to wash out the debris from the hooves?
How does a tie stall make hooves harder, though? Isn't the bedding basically the same?
Bless you for using your skills to make these lady cows comfortable. So important! Kisses for you 😘😘
I wonder if something like a dental water pick might be useful in getting the impacted stuff out of hoof voids.
It's faster just to cut it out
I love your channel. You're the best.
I don't like how rough the other channels can be when dealing with injuries.