an emergency trip to the vet... but was she faking it??? Vlog 607
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- Saturday morning turned into an emergency trip to the vet with Kinsey... the jury is still out if there was actually something wrong physically??
The vet couldn't really figure it out... although Mark was convinced she was faking it.
Meanwhile, I'm still on chore duty while Carissa is on holidays... but let's face it... I spend most of the time out in the pasture with the golden girls.
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Sandi you don’t have to explain yourself cause your true fans understand why you retired the Golden Girls. It is so cute to see how they follow in a line everywhere they go! But also thank goodness Kensie is okay!! 💗💗💗🐑🐑🐑💗💗💗
My thoughts as well, you are a big girl! No need to explain your heart! We love you and your cold heart,lol!
@@thetruepatriot7733 I'm glad you are a true Patriot, because I am too, but to be honest, she can farm any way she wants. And as a True Patriot you can have your freedom of speech, that is why we are blessed with it, you do it your way and she can do it her way. That's what makes the world go around. And if you absolutely don't agree with her methods, I can't imagine why you would watch her channel. Let it go! And be blessed!
I am so glad you said this ❤❤
@@thetruepatriot7733 if you are watching you tube there are other farmers who keep there sheep in a barn ewetopia if you don't like scroll by if we didn't we wouldn't watch go away we love Sandi and this is a business not a zoo
@@thetruepatriot7733 I really appreciate the fact that Sandi takes care to not criticize other farmers. I didn’t spend ages, but I poked around and read some articles on sheep farming and what is deemed cruel. The only practice that Sandi does on those lists is tail docking. There were things like kicking the sheep, pulling on their ears, mutilating the skin around the anus, etc etc. It also appears that the sheep barn that she has is the industry standard. I can’t imagine Sandi intentionally hurting a sheep. Her barn is nothing like the overcrowded chicken barns. Nobody has a you tube channel about mass producing chickens- because its horrible! Sandis barn is open and airy, and provides shelter for the weather extremes that that area has. Her sheep seem quite happy, and only rarely show signs of stress. When they do, she takes care of it right away. I’d prefer if she didn’t use Monsanto corn and defoliant, but that’s an issue that we all have to work together on, because it can’t be tackled without levelling the playing field first. We all have to balance out our decisions when it comes to animal welfare, environmental damage, carbon footprint, etc. etc. Farmers have a really hard time staying profitable, so she makes practical decisions. I genuinely don’t see these sheep as being abused, her practices seem quite reasonable, and higher that the industry standard. It’s great that you have found a way to practice your values. Don’t criticize others for taking a different route, if you don’t like her practices, don’t watch. If you think that the law needs to be changed, then change it. We have decided, as a society, that this level of far,in practice
Growing up all our cats were barn cats. Well one got a broken leg. So we took care of it and brought him in while he healed. He had a limp for years. Till my brother cought him walking fine. Blasted cat knew the more he limped the more we would cuddle him and give him tuna.
Re Kinsey and a possible scenario, I'm going for a combination of stressors; Super loud shocking bang as milk hut fell over, plus eating something rotten to make her sick, plus being left alone overnight, plus the bag dog peeing in the house scolding = feeling very sick, confused and depressed. Yep - she's also very sensitive.
I had a Shetland Sheep dog that would develop a limp that miraculous disappear with love and attention. He was a master manipulator. He was my sidekick from age 5 to 22. Duffy was my first puppy love a beautiful Blue Merle He was supposed to be one of my Moms show dog but reused to show. I was accused of spoiling and ruining him to the show ring. He thanked me everyday. Lol. ❤️Duffy4ever.
Your little girl is very smart and she knew you were mad at her. It is amazing how in tune to you they are.💕
From my experience with dogs in general, if they are attached to you they can read you or sence if you are upset, mad, or any emotion really. If they are led to believe that you are aiming those feelings toward them, they will do things to attempt to remedy those feelings. Like with Kensie she thinks you are mad at her so she remedied it by " being sick." Now you are doing things with her making her a priority and you are not mad at her anymore.
Even sheep farmers can have pets and you can retire some of your flock to be pets. You should allow your readers to donate to their feed and upkeep because they give us all so much pleasure to see and know they are living their best lives.
They follow each other like ducks in a row. 🐑
I love that you apologized to Marge for calling her Big Mama. 😊
you can tell she is having fun with editing lately
I don't think Kinsey would have vomited because she felt "rejected". Senior humans don't react well to moves so your golden girls, creatures of habit, are going to need time to embrace their retirement 💕💕
Why do Marge and Big Mama look so bloated and huge?! Also love the pasture idea. I understand it’s not your typical business model or even a business plan maybe, but it speaks to your character and heart letting those sheep live there.
Plain white vinegar is the best tool to stop a dog from peeing in the house, dogs despise vinegar & will do anything to not have it! Put it where so goes, even make her taste a little bit, she'll learn real fast!
B Collies are the smartest breed of dog that there is. Poodles are second smartest. Yep you pup was playing you. Too cute
Dogs can be master manipulators. And if she’s picked up that she’s being treated differently then it’s possible. It’s a shame she can’t hold her pee. My dog can hold for 15hrs over night. I’m one lucky girl with that one! But it could be that the pain killer just made her feel better, who knows. My dog recovers from his infrequent leg injuries quite quickly with sufficient rest. Anyway, I’m glad she seems better xxx
It's so easy for people to sit behind a computer screen and judge saying, "You should do this," or "You should do that." If keeping a few of your absolute favorite ewes in a retirement pasture brings you a bright spot in your day, then do what makes you happy. You light up when you go see your golden girls and life is too short to give that up. Thank you for sharing your life with us.
After hearing the whole story about your little big pup, I am honestly beginning to think that my son must be a border collie.
At the age of 1, my son tripped, hurt his foot and got mounds of attention and people coddling him and carrying him everywhere. A week goes by and he was refusing to put weight on his one foot and scream cried (actual tears) each time I did not pick him up. Well, a quick trip to the ER and some x-rays later and the doctor said "There has to be something in his soft tissue because kids this age do not fake this kind of pain." That night I woke up to find my son climbing from his bed and walking across the floor toward my bed. As soon as I sat up, he froze and then fell onto the carpet holding his left foot. I told him "Wrong foot" and he starts crying holding his right foot.
Don't sweat it, because apparently human doctors can get it wrong, too.
Toddlers love to put on a good show for Mom to give them love. It's all just a show.
I think a live-cam stream of the Golden Girls would be a big hit! Just saying. ;D I know, one more thing to add to your long list of to-dos. I just love the golden girls and the Brocks so much! =D
That would a great idea for a paid option a live fed of the golden girls and the. They would help pay their way that way as well
Very good idea!
You can tell Jack it's my fault! Sorry Jack! ;P
It’s a fun idea but they’re at her home. It’s not public property nor is it open to the public. It would be far too risky to do something like that.
@@TheKellyGreen I could be totally wrong, but I’m guessing that there might be a way to position the camera angle in a way that nothing personal is shown in the live stream. But, like I said, I could be completely wrong.
You should make “Golden Ewe” hoodies with their faces. Would be ADORABLE
You’re absolutely the best I never knew I would love watching sheep so much until I found your channel 😀
I think making a t shirt or hoodie for the golden girls would be a great way to raise $ for there feed or give raised money to assist a older lady who could use it. You must know someone who could use a few extra bucks
I absolutely love how the 4 golden girls walk in a straight line with Billy's Mom in the lead.
My cavalier, with a brain the size of a walnut, pretends to go potty by assuming the position, waiting a few seconds, and then comes to me for a "good boy" cookie. Yes, dogs are smart enough to train their humans to do anything!😂
Cavaliers are sooooooo smart. But SO sensitive also. We had one that would come in for chemo. She was always a great patient. Have some adorable pics for owners (at our clinic we had to sit and hold the pup during chemo because of the IV blew. It is really bad. Idk of all clinics do).
But as soon as mom would get there she would hoooowwwl the most dramatic conversation to mom. I 100% believe she thought she was taling human. LoL.
Just love how Billy’s mom is the leader and the others follow in a line behind her. You are doing a great job helping them adjust to their new digs.
I find their “follow the leader” hysterical. Do they do it in the barn? Follow friends?
Sandi, have you tried fog nets for water in spring or summer? Just curious. I think you’re getting some stress relief from having the golden girls around. Poor Kinsey, I bet she was helped by pain relief. Thanks for posting this, I love watching you and Mark doing the field work and the sheep.
@@kellwood1404 They certainly follow Billy's momma...she needs a nice name...like "Bling" the Ewe since she puts so much white bling on her lambs....The golden Girls sure look like they are a little unsure of their new digs still. They'll get it. Poor Kinsey....sounds like she over did it..Or it could be something like Lymes Disease which can very much cause intermittent lameness, excessive thirst and bladder control issues. .Love the field work. Learning so much!
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@@kellwood1404 yes I have seen a few of them follow their 'friends ' around and remember Sandi pointing out a few besties. I think its so cute how they all follow Billys Mom..bearing in mind both Big Momma and Large Margie were quite confident characters in the barn.. it might be the sky..because when the barn roof blew off a few yrs ago they all gathered at the end where the roof was still on..
Billy’s Mom and the other ladies all in a line, reminded me of a scene from “Babe” when the little pig asked the ladies very politely to line up and sort themselves.😊
I love to Sandi's videos
I don’t care what anyone says. Sometimes you form such great attachments to animals that you just can’t get rid of them. Those who fault you for that are wrong. For one it’s not their business, and two they are yours and you decide. I hope to see you keep a few more favorites in the future. It’s actually part of your “business” because they are UA-cam stars. ❤️ “EweTube Stars.”
“UA-cam Stars!” What an eye opening comment! We do forget that it’s not just that these girls popped out adorable lambs. Each one has a separate personality that we, alongside Sandi, have grown to love. Calling them “UA-cam Stars” is a perfect way to point out their contributions to the infamous business plan, yes, but also to our understanding and appreciation of the animals themselves. Thank you for reminding us all that these girls are legends in their own right and that UA-cam would be a far lesser place without them!!
Maybe the “UA-cam Stars” deserve their own bit of available merch? Just a thought!
@@floofypurplefluff9924 I agree. They are adorable and they deserve everything. I love watching these “ EueTube Stars” every video vlog. I think Merch would be awesome. Hmm I invented new merch lol
I agree. They are UA-cam STARS.
T-shirts and tote bags with the four ladies on them, titled "EweTube Stars"
@@lhorne4808 YESSS!! That would be Awesome!!! 🐑❤️🙏🏻❤️🐑
It's really nice hearing you say that this little corner of your farm brings you joy. For a person who works as hard as you do, you deserve some respite:)
We have raised sheep for 50 years and have always had the special Golden Girls who earned the right to live out their last years with special treatment on the farm.
You were lucky to be able to afford that, and so too them. Having grown up on a beef farm, I understand Sandi's reality. We had 'pet' cows, several favourites, but second year barren, they had to be shipped no matter how much we loved them. If we had a local market for mature beef, our neighbourhood butcher could drop them in the field but most would have to be put on a 9hour truck ride to Toronto. There was just not room in the barn or enough hay to feed animals that couldn't pay their way.
How did you get that much you Little 🤬😵
There are always special critters that find their way into your heart. It happens!
Never underestimate the intelligence of a border Collie! I swear, they are the Mensa geniuses of all canines. Kinsey maybe just needed to make sure she's still your girl. 😁
Sandi, your farm…your barn…your rules. It’s that simple. Kind suggestions, done respectfully, are welcomed…but ppl that just judge, can keep that to themselves. I’m glad Kensi is doing better. It looked like she may have somehow “ tweaked” her back or hips. With a pain shot, it helped her return to normal. I’m vet tech and I have a border collie/Sheltie. He’s so smart it’s scary. 💗🤗🐑💗
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We understand that it's not "normal" to keep ewes into their retirement, but you had the space, you're not keeping every random ewe, and it's for your peace of mind and spirit. It'll be nice to see these special animals relax and enjoy a sweet retirement. There may be others later on, but for now, the Fab Four are great!
Everyone of these top comments are great! SANDI, YOU ARE AMAZING!
I love dog's they are amazing! I have always said however, that they are needy! I guess a girl can only take so much, before she has to put on herself a show. 🥰 she got the day off, some TLC and her moment to shine in this video.
Kensie has always been a favorite to me. She is always willing to be by your side doing her job..even if her helpfulness is not helpful.😉 Kensie could not do all the work she does if her brain wasn't working on an advanced level.
I am so happy she is okay! I was worried she hadn't timed her machine's right and had an accident...she is always dodging and weaving them. I am glad that was not the issue. I am happy that you are you, and did have her checked out by the vet.
I’m in your camp, whatever works for you is what you do. Remember- there is no such thing as normal! I’m happy seeing you happy with the retirees. And yes Border Collies are sensitive and smart. I had one that hurt her front paw, and was on meds, which she got in cheese. She continued to limp to the refrigerator til she passed. If you gave her a piece cheese she was always magically better.
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I would love to have a "Golden Sheep" shirt, a real picture on a shirt of our retiree's. It would sell very well would be my guess, the girls have a special place in our hearts too! I mean how could anyone not love those special mommas? Besides being ask questions about the shirt when I would be wearing it, it would be a chance for us watchers to know each other out in public! Even if we didn't have our shirt on, if we saw someone else wearing one we would at least be able to say "Hi!", and I watch Sandy too!
I'm glad Kinsey is feeling better, it may have been that she hurt her back, my little guy here hurt his and it took us over a month to get him back in shape! I've had Collies, and one Boarder Collie, they are super smart, but most likely it was a combination of getting put out and maybe she chased something (critter) and maybe twisted her back slightly, which hurt her and the pain meds helped at the right time to make her feel better, between that and the rest she took herself.
Either way I'm so glad that she feels better now!!!
God Bless and keep safe! Everyone take care out there!
That’s a great idea for merch! I’d love to see a picture of the fab 4 in line together all looking at the camera with “The Golden Girls” above the picture. I would buy one in a heartbeat. Sandi would sell a lot of them too. She could do sweatshirts for winter, tees for summer!
OMG! The Golden Sheep wears little cat’s eye glasses on a chain and Carrie’s a handbag ❣️🤣😁
I was going to suggest the same thing.
I like the idea of a drawing. ---them strung out in a line or standing side by side.
@@karencross1964 Wouldn’t it be awesome if they could get Big Mama doing her over the shoulder glance! 🤣
I’m glad to see Kensay is okay. And I’m glad to see the retirees are doing well. Please remember we are guests peeking in through your back door. We might suggest some thing but do what your heart tells you to do. Kathy
Changing Kinsey’s routine where she was not in the house per her usual schedule can have this effect. Routine is so important to dogs and she may have felt like she was being punished. The Golden Girls are probably thinking “Hay? Where are the flush rations?” 😂
Hi Sandi, experienced dog trainer here. Dogs generally don't fake it, an particularly go through the ruse that we humans do to fake illness to get attention. She didn't feel well, for some reason, who the heck knows, maybe she got on your treadmill (lol). So glad she is better.
It might have been something like food poisoning like from eating/drinking something that didn't agree with her tummy or she went and party to hard well you were sleeping.
Our old dog couldn't get up one morning, not even for food, he couldn't control his legs right or anything, so we carried him to the car and brought him to the vet. He jumped out of the car when we got there🤦♀️ and then lived for another 6 years. Old man made it to 17 1/2
I wouldn't call it faking. But dogs can be very "vindictive" if they feel slighted somehow. They go "off" in their own way . Vindictive might not be the right word but they do have reactions to our behaviour towards them and they have ways to get attention.
I would worry about lymes disease or some other tick borne illness with the intermittent lameness, excessive thirst and bladder control issues. A little bloodwork might be a good idea to just make sure there isn't an underlying cause.
I disagree. I'm very sure some dogs do fake things. Mine is a prime example. When he doesn't get his way... Man he could win an Oscar
We know how you love these old girls, no justification needed to us. We love them too and love seeing them.
Why not keep something that makes you happy? 🥰 Your retirement village is exactly why viewers love you. You are a sheep farmer who truly loves her flock and wants nothing but the best for them. I think it is a wonderful idea.
I think that Kenzie may have just had an injury and felt really bad for a bit, and then the medication worked! It happens… she jumps around in those feeders a lot. I am very glad that she’s feeling better. She is a good girl. Love your retirement pasture I’m sure those sheep are really enjoying that.
Dogs can be very sensitive. My red heeler is extremely smart and gets dramatic. He sulks , cries and when he got stung by a yellow jacket , he followed me around limping until I doted over him and his boo boo . Then he was fine . Love the golden girls !
I am in awe of your video editing skills Sandi! Seeing 2 of you in the same background together was impressive, but 3 of you in the same unified background is awesome! Your videos always brighten my days and the shots of the larger lamb stampedes guarantee a chuckle but watching the Golden Girls exploring their new habitat is such a joyful kick! Love you Sandi❣️🐑🐑🐑🐑
I love, love, love seeing the retired favs enjoying their newfound freedom! I know you can’t keep many, but I do appreciate you creating a retirement center for the ones who have served faithfully.
You know you have an awesome employee when you have to live up to their standards.
The retired ladies are so cute. It’s so interesting to watch them transitioning from inside sheep to outside.
Do you think the dog got too much heat, it has been so hot 🔥.?
Sandi don't apologize for your retirement ladies bc you can't please other people (naysayers & PPats) all the time & MUST DO what makes you happy 😊 I personally think you have a very loving heart & these ladies have in special place in it. Love you 😍 for being you 💖💞💖
Border collies are incredibly smart. I was raised with a border collie who herded everything, including us kids. He was very sensitive/in tune with all of us. If we were anxious, upset, happy - he knew. Still one of my favorite breeds
My kids and I have been having a rough morning and the notification for this video popped up and helped make it a little better! My boys (3 years and 10 months) love watching the sheep and tractors 🚜 ❤️
There are many web cams that show special animals, like a baby giraffe in a zoo. I think we need a 24/7 Golden Girls web cam, so we can watch the ladies when ever we want. Love your videos! I think a pay to view would help pay for your favorite ladies. There are such services all over the world. I would pay to see them frolicking every day.
What a wonderful idea! ❤️🤞🏻
Those are public places and small enclosures. For Sandis safety it’s best she not do that.
That is a wonderful idea, I love it!
Yes, yes, yes! Live cam plz 🙏
@Anna Brown it would help pay for the golden girls, I would pay for that service
I just love that Kinsey dog. What a personality! We used to have a Basset Hound that would fake injuries in order to get more treats and love. What would we do without silly animals in our lives? lol Your retirees seem to be doing well. You have such a big heart.
The Ewe Train chugging through the field. Love how they stay in a pack.
Boarder collies are super smart and its adorable that she was right as rain when she was let inside... love to see the ladies outside and enjoying retirement. You never fail to put together a great distraction from my otherwise mundane day!! Thank you for letting us in to your life! Its a joy!
We had some golden girls. We found that they liked being locked into the barn at night with the door closed (kept the wolves away and I think they felt felt safe knowing they wouldn't get cornered in there) but they preferred pasture during the day. If we left them out past dusk they would become rather disoriented and directionally challenged. It was a good life for a few special ladies.
4 out of several hundred is fine! These ladies do have stories, and more than just your family is invested in them. Short of a petting zoo, this is a fine choice.
About Kinsey: Maybe you should give her a new job. Have her herd the retirees into the barn at night and out to the grassy area in the field in the morning. It could give her a feeling of importance.
Kinsey is very work driven. She's determined to help you do everything from moving sheep, to wanting to help you start the feed cart or pull the straw wagon. She even gets excited if you are pushing a broom or shovel and runs up looking for a way to assist! Dogs bred to work are so strongly programmed by genetics, that they almost don't have an off switch. This is why some herding breeds especially, can make very challenging pets. Border collies and Australian sheep dogs, can drive owners crazy if kept as house pets with no regular work challenges. They crave work and routine. If Kinsey was used to being in the house with you, and suddenly she was not permitted then she could feel rejected and a failure. I could easily see her interpret an upset stomach as further evidence, in her mind, that she has fallen short and something was really wrong with her. Feelings of rejection and depression are especially possible in more intelligent breeds.
I had two whether sheep in my backyard. When it was hot they came inside to lay on the ceramic tile floors. They never had an accident inside and stood by the door when they needed out. They liked to watch tv .
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Thanks for the explanation of the fat issue in the ewe lambs. Your thoughts about saving the butchers having to trim off the fat is interesting. I wonder how many ofter sheep farmers think of that stuff? It costs you $$ to feed those extra waste-pounds of fat, so I guess money can be saved on both sides of the issue. It's interesting to hear about these kinds of things as part of your business. Good luck with the Golden Girls learning to eat grass!
Soapmakers will buy the sheep tallow to make amazing soap if sandi markets it that way. Since it wouldnt be for food use it could potentially avoid some restrictions.
I love that you have the golden girls. I feel like it a mental relief for you to go out, destress and chill. Everyone needs that.
I foster dogs (15years) and my latest foster had the exact same symptoms as Kinsey. Turns out he has IVDD (spinal disc disease), and this may not be the case for Kinsey but she may have definitely twinged her back. It is very normal for dogs to display behavioural changes and avoid their humans when they are in pain. And given she is so smart she was probably milking the attention too when she started feeling better 😉
I just got hooked a couple of weeks ago on this and have been watching some old videos! It's AMAZING to see the progress and changes and learning from year to year! From the addition of Lucy, to the clips on the buckets, to the gloves, to the new office, to the new edits on the intro animation! Love love love seeing the progress.
I think having a small retirement home is just fine. We know it is a business but it can be a business with a heart.
Wishing all the best for you, your animals, and your family - Mrs. Brock. Border collies are among the smartest pups there are. And I think that your “retirement village” is a great idea. My Grandfather did the same thing for his favorite horses. Considering how much money gets tied up in horses, it shows the love he had for his animals. I see the same in your lambs.
Dogs will shun another dog that has done something unacceptable. When you put her outside and Lucy was inside... Yeah. Kinsey was saying WTH mom?! Also, Border Collies are wicked smart.
Hi Sandi love seeing the girls retired and out on pasture 😀 I had a golden Labrador and as he got older if someone put him out when I was away he would limp and they would bring him in again, when I’d get home he’d get up to welcome me and there’d be no sign of a limp lol but if kensey was vomiting she def had an upset tummy at the time poor thing but after that who knows lol dogs are very smart ❤️
I love the Golden Girls! It’s like rewarding excellent employees with a pension plan upon retirement.
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Sandy, you do whatever makes you happy! Don't worry about what others think! Love you videos and your sincere love of animals. Can't wait till those retired ladies see snow for the first time...LOL
Irene, I was thinking the same thing! It’s Sandy’s life, her vlog. There are no rules that she has to oblige to others restriction. It’s your content Sandy do what makes you happy like Irene said, and I agree!
Hello from Irene in Liverpool England 🏴
They know snow. If i recall they got snowed on a few years ago when a huge storm ripped the barns roof off!
I know right!? It's 4 sheep. It's not like she's having a retirement home for 100 sheep. Your just not human if a few of these sheep didn't become special to u. 🐑🐑🧍🐑
@@rebeccaburrow7199 yes and none of them liked it..they were all huddled at the end where the roof was still on !!..
When dogs are ill but there's no solid reason, vets call that "ADR" for "Ain't Doing Right".
We had a dog who had urinary issues as a pup. The vet put him on "overactive bladder" medication for about 6 mos while we continued with the housetraining. He eventually was able to hold it longer and his body learned how to tell him when he needed to go.
Our first dog here was a border collie mix. Smart, very smart, dog. He hated to be away from me and when he was put in the dog lot with the other dogs (we fostered and rescued), he would whine. I stepped out to go to the mailbox and he ran to the gate. He fell in a hole and came up limping. I watched him for a bit and on my way back, decided to let him into the house so I could check him. He stood at the gate with one foot up. As soon as that gate was open, he ran--all 4 feet on the ground--to the front door. I stood at the bottom of the steps looking at him and he slowly raised one foot. I still am not sure it was the same foot!
As for her stiffness, this could be a sign of arthritis that was caught by accident. It was a foggy morning and that can cause stiffness, no matter the temperature. You noted it on one of the Golden Girls. The pain medication probably helped a lot. If she is stoic to pain, yeah, she's going to run around until one day she no longer can. If she is slow/stiff on the next foggy morning or three, consider taking her to the vet again to query this.
Was the behavior faked? Not really. Fake is the wrong word. She was unsure of herself and her place. She behaved in a way that wouldn't anger you. Quiet. Small. Slow moving. Which presented as she wasn't well.
I had a boarder/aussi mix and smart as ever...he actually hurt himself as a pup and sometimes it would bug him out of the blue. Vet would give him pain meds and a day or 2 later he would be himself. Not sure if kensey actually hurt herself or was taking advantage but she didn't seem her Energizer bunny self running around back n forth with the sheep like usual...could she have been pouting... absolutely! My German shepherd service dog has had a bunch of those kind of days lately. I was caring for my mom and taking any of the service dogs to chemo was not the best idea(it raises your blood sugars and being that was their task.....)so they have been left at home the past year. They make mad dashes to the door or cars if they think your going anywhere or pout under the table.😄
Merch idea...a tee with the golden girls on it! Or a small collection of stuffed sheep that go together (like the 4 in a box or bag as a set) maybe some comic pics of them sitting at a pool side that says sheepishly me retirement home(kinda like the shady acres thing from the actual show but in a good way).
We had a collieXlab growing up. I can't even explain how easily she picked up on emotions in the house. But nothing compared to if she thought she was in trouble. She would mope around, hide, whine, even fake a hurt paw (because she actually hurt a paw pad once and got lots of extra attention). Collies and collie mixes are incredibly smart. It's almost scary lol
the behavior Sunday sounds like a "guilt" behavior.
Maybe she feels guilty over the vomiting and peeing? I do feel something real was wrong Saturday, though.
With Kinsey, honestly it's a collie thing, my border collie Zefyr LOVES my grandfather, so when they are playing tug or fetch and my grandpa sits down, Zef will act like we beat the crud out of him and he'll pee, it's definitely a protest lol Zefyr has never had a hand laid on him so it's always shocked us when he does that, but hes 5 and been doing it since he was 2 now, so its 100% a collie thing, they're giant toddlers lol mine protests over EVERYTHING, usually with the same fearful look.
Oh my gosh to see Kinsey not moving at one hundred miles an hour is something I thought I’d never see🌺💚🙃 I hope everything is okay🌺💚🙃 Little stinker🌺💚🙃
Aloha Sandi !
Dogs are very smart! I have had many breeds over my life time. All hunting dogs . My beagle was my favorite! That's where Lucy gets that laying down with her feet up from!!! Never had a boarder collie. I know they are extremely smart and love to work! My guess is you just hurt her feelings a little bit. She's over it by now I'm sure!
Nothing wrong with having a few favorite sheep! They are there for you too! They are just trying to figure out the grass still and their little barn! Stay safe, hopefully the weather cooperates for you!
Mahalo🤙
I'm so glad you kept the Golden Girls. They are so precious to you! Your farm, your rules!
Regarding Kinsey's vet scare, my hubbs and I have 2 cats, but our first one panicked when we brought the second one home. Full blown vomiting, whining and fasting. We took him to the emergency vet at 2am after he woke us from vomiting and they gave him fluids and some pain meds. Once we got back home, he calmed and we cuddled. He has not done that since and the two are now thick as thieves. I think Kinsey also had some psychological basis for the illness, but she wasn't "faking". Stress and worry do worse things to animal bodies than humans. You did the right thing taking her to the vet and loving on her. It's blatantly obvious that you care about your puppos and sheepies. Sending love from the States ❤️
My take on the Golden Girls is the same take I’d have on a dealership owner buying an (otherwise scrap) used boat from the business at a discount for a personal project:
There’s no way to keep and afford maintenance on every trade-in, nobody *needs* a personal pleasure boat, and you have to sell off 99.99% of even the running ones for refurbishment or scrap. BUT if you can mindfully afford to write off (or buy) a couple of your favorites from the business, and having/ working on them makes you happy, idk why anyone would judge you for that as a business owner.
You’ve transitioned the golden girls from meat in the supply chain to personal pets because you’ve decided you can afford to house and keep them and you’ve got personal feelings toward them. You’re not attached to literally every sheep, and you’ve explained why almost all the males need shipped (except the very nicest ones, who get pulled back into the business as working sires to improve your flock’s temperament). You’ve got a little retirement village of sheep as a luxury item instead of something like horses or a speedboat. This is your splurge. Just because you’re in the sheep/ meat industry doesn’t make that wrong from a business or moral perspective.
Plus, you can think of them as an investment in the channel and future PR stuff. How many people would pay $$$ for wool items from Big Mama or Billy’s Mom specifically? You could absolutely auction off the “celebrities’” blankets for a charity donation/ auction and (if Canada is anything like the US) write the value of the donation off on your taxes. And then the golden girls will have helped a good cause and “paid rent” in saved money, so to speak. Appearances from them in shows to get kids into farming, so you’re investing in the future of your industry! They’re such friendly ewes and you can tell kids, truthfully, that they were working animals for years. Lots of ways the golden girls could work for you besides just making babies!
I like the auction idea. It’s the time, just so many jobs to do.
Those are all really good and creative ideas on ways for the ladies to continue to contribute towards their keep. Definitely nice to have options :)
As if Sandy needs more jobs to do!! But good ideas, nonetheless.
I'm not a professional, but I did train service dogs and am obsessed with dogs/dog behavior. Border collies are the smartest breed of dog. The behavior you described is classic smart dog bewilderment! With dogs, consistency creates confidence. And a confident dog is a happy dog. Her consistencies were what she was supposed to do (and not) every day and what to expect in return (her humans' reactions and behaviors, where to cuddle and sleep, meal time, work time, play time, etc). So when she was deprived of her expected nighttime comforts, consistency was broken. Loss of consistency, loss of confidence. It confused and frightened her. She DOES know you take extra care of her when she's hurt/sick/after surgery/etc so she feigned it, looking to regain that consistency. And the fact that she exhibited similar behavior the next morning tells me she associated being left out as a scary thing. Which is why she slunk away from you. And why you had to carry her most of the way to the barn. She was nervous that you were mad at her and didn't know what to expect. When she realized you wanted to be with her and her morning was going to continue like every other morning in her life she was happy again. You did nothing wrong in letting her sleep outside. It would help prevent future bewildered behavior if you showed her a place to sleep outside and desensitized her to it over the course of several days or weeks. That way it becomes a known part of life and sleeping there some nights won't be an issue.
well said
I appreciate you explaining this about the dog's needs.
My daughter has recently started watching your videos with me. She has pronounced this video « cool » 😎
Sandi, it’s so nice that for you and the four retirees that you have them, your special ewes. You do run a business, so of course you have to do what you do. As a previous person said - don’t worry about what others think or say, it’s your thing not theirs. Your are a very kind person and love your animals and we know that. You are a joy to watch and I just love your vlogs❤️💕👍
Sandy you are just amazing. Your love for family and living creatures is very heartwarming. I hope it’s nothing serious.
Ohhh me gosh, how I love the "Golden Girls". I can't help but smile when I see them. They look comfortable in their new quarters. Extremely glad to see Kensey doing better.
You probably have a tonne of other merch ideas, but wanted to share just in case. Seeing the golden girls play follow the leader out in the pasture seems like a cute graphic idea. Love your content, your positive attitude and seeing a glimpse of home every week ( I live in the states now ). Thank you!
As a pending Golden Girl myself, I'd love to see the Golden Girls walking in line across my T-shirt.
Could your artist friend draw up a design like that for one of your merchandise offers?
We had a collie that would start limping really bad on her right foot. We doated on her and babies her, until....she suddenly was limping on her left foot. 🤣😂🤣 When we pointed it out, she started wagging her tail and stopped her limping. She was hilarious!
Thanks for another enjoyable video. Glad your pup is ok. Lots of the "smart" breeds can pull stunts like that. As far as the retirees, you do what your heart and mind say. Even the most hardened rancher will have a soft spot for one or more of their animals and not follow the regular procedure when it comes time for retirement.
I'm so glad you made a lil haven for your special retirees! It's so funny how they act just like a herd of goats,walking in a single line out in the open. Glad your puppers is alright!
Hi Sandi, these 4 ladies are your new hobby. You have love and knowledge to share and we are your micro audience when a new video goes up, just like your other content. Glad your dog is ok. Glad you hot some rain.🌷🌷
I'm glad that the dog's better and running around. Thanks for the videos that you share. You are an awesome woman
I'm sorry Sandy that you feel like you have to justify your decisions. I love watching you channel. ❤️
hey Sandy :) was thinking how the golden girls each have a story :).....think a children's book about their adventure would be wonderful 😊
This^^^^^
No offense Yvonne, Sandy's looking for more to do!!
@@dianegherman9785 just a thought.....she does ask for what we would like to see.....sorry for being dumb Diane....have a great day 😀
Actually there are ghost writers who can just create a book for kids in an hour from watching the videos, that can expand to audio books as well with online publishers and on demand sales... a very lucrative investment in residual income btw, so pretty nice support.... and suggestion to put in the future business plan.
You still might want to check Kinsey for tick borne illness. Lymes disease can cause intermittent lameness as well as excessive thirst and bladder control issues. It comes and goes. Even if you have them on a good tick preventative...it only takes one bite for them to get it. I had two dogs come down with it and they were primarily "INSIDE" dogs....so it doesn't take much. Better to check if she has more lameness episodes...
I think Kinsey😘🤗❤ just needed some cuddles. The Golden Girls are settling in. Thank you for being generous and keeping these mama's. There going to be one tough mommas club. 🤗😘❤
Border collies are really smart and that also means they tend to overthink things a lot!
I want 4 adorable faces on a retirement village teeshirt!
The Golden Ewes
Poor Kinzie...such a good, smart, hard-working pupper!
Maybe she just needed a day or so off...
Glad to see Kinsey doing better!! 🥰
G. Girls are the make you're heart happy. It is so hard to do everything and not have some gentle humour release. Hopefully they figure out that grass is a good thing. Blessings
I’m sure it will take your retirees a while in getting use to their new life style of living outside. What a wonderful retirement life for them.
Sandy to be honest I struggled watching as of lately and took a break. I know your heart is in the right place. I myself struggled with tough decisions to make with farm animals in my past. But I tell you when I saw your retirement pasture caption I was so happy to see that. I’m so happy to be back watching your journey going forward along with your sheep pets now. It’s a bright spot for me and you. Lots of blessings your way..🐑🐑🐑🐑
Sandy, thank you for being my weekly trip into a calm environment with nothing but love for animals and hard work paying off every day. You are a fine lady to aspire to for all young women and I am always impressed with your ability to handle the "Oh Shitze" moments.
Border Collies are smart, neurotic and prone to anxiety and depression just because they notice and interpret things so much more. It's part of what makes them good herders. It also means that they're more likely to act out when getting nervous, or sink into a depression if the humans seem mad at them. Kinsey may've also been a little stiff for being out overnight, but I can see it being more about psychological things.
If you don't already, maybe start crating her at night? Like how she'd calm down when you would tie her up during sheep handling, it could help establish that there isn't supposed to be something to herd and keep track of, easing night anxieties and lessen accidents.
Love seeing the golden girls. I wonder if Marge and Big Mama will slim down following around Billy’s Mom like that. Those are some special sheep!
I love how the golden girls all follow together in a line and are always together as their own little flock
I noticed Kinsey was slowing down in your previous video (from her usual frenetic pace). This has been brewing. Hope she is already improving.
I love how the “Golden Girls” always follow that one dark lamb. She is a real leader.
Her thinking you were mad doesnt account for the throwing up. The pain killers may have helped whatever was making her unwell.