It's not where you thought you'd be standing when you were at school you say, but when you were at school did you ever think you'd be bringing sincere relief to so many creatures in discomfort. You're an unsung hero, mate.
Not to belittle what you said - cuz doing honorable things in this evil world , is honorable. But for the sake of telling the truth - School teaches us to be slaves and to enslave our fellow man, as if it was natural and good. So that noone in school ever sees themselves as being caretakers of nature . Which is what we were designed, built, and originally programmed to do. A man who chooses to make a life of caring for gods critters and the earth, are good men. But unfortunately, even the folks who are caretakers of nature, are slaves to whoever pays their hire/ pays them money, , and whoever they pay and or hire is their slave. Noone is free to just care for themselves, their neighbors, and the earth. So even though our profession may be honorable, its tainted by money and the slave bosses. The govs are the crime boss slave lords, who enslaved the world, and who are also slaves themselves. Slaves owned and operated by the evil devil satans/ rebel accusers led by the big ACantichrist lucifer. In school, noone can see themselves as being anything other than a slave to the govs and whoever hires us - we arnt allowed to see ourselves caring for the earth nor the creations within. Because school is designed to hide our true nature from us, and turn us into oblivious slaves to the devil/ rebellion through the civy lies nations and religions. But there is a whole nother 3rd option that they leave off of the table and hide. BUT NOT FOR MUCH LONGER! Our father creator through Yahshua the real christ (our co creator), are fixin to set matters straight.
@@crystalmadison1898 I don't even know what that means - could mean anything?. I figure your reaction wasn't a good un though. Because noone ever believes us/ el ohim's messengers. Folks reaction to us (/Yahshua the christs foretold last of the last days little flock/the 144,000 of us according to johns revelations ),, is a tradition that goes all of the way back to the 1st ever prophets, Noah and enoch. But Im telling you the truth. The world has been enslaved by evil masters, and folks enslave each other. Because of how school and tell lie vision programs folks. But those days are coming to a end now. The end is here, rather than near. So Yahshua sent us out to tell yall his name, and to tell yall the truth. So that yall will know what it is when yall see it, and know who to turn to when it all goes down. CUZ ITS ALL GOING DOWN NOW, AND A GREAT AWAKENING IS COMING REAL SOON, upon Yahshuas return.
My sister told me to watch the Hoof GP, and I really wasn't interested. I finally did watch and am now a regular follower, still catching up on the older posts. Graeme and Craigie Boy are so good to the animals. They also show that farmers are truly concerned about their livestock. 🙂🐄🐃🐂❤
Did a 13 mile walk today and part way along, the gate I needed to get through was blocked by a group of inquisitive cattle (a mix I think) and found myself looking at their feet and had the feeling one or two could do with a trim - would never have expected to be thinking about such things even a year ago. After a few minutes, I judged I was going to be alright around them, got through the gate, and parted a way through them. Keep up the good work.
If you ever come across a group of cattle again, please don't do this. Their benign mood can turn in a second, even farmers have been badly injured or killed by their own herd. They are especially skittish when they have young or if an unfamiliar dog is involved. Enjoy your HGP walks but please look after yourself.
@@ruthgriffiths7365 Thanks for the concern. There were about a dozen or so and I think they ended up there because the farmer had been around the gate a few minutes earlier - had seen him in the distance as I was walking. They looked relatively young and had stroked a few on the head. Waited a few minutes, opened the gate and got through and went sideways, so only a few needed to move to let me through - perhaps 8 feet and I was clear. I spent the first year and a half living on a dairy farm as a kid when my family moved to this country and have been around cows many times on numerous walks that I’ve done over the years. It’s funny how UA-cam came to bring these videos up.
I am a disabled Registered Nurse from Georgia in the USA. I randomly saw your channel on UA-cam and I was instantly hooked. I have been watching you for a bit now and I really enjoy watching what great care you give to all of those cows. I just wanted to drop you a message from across the pond. I can’t wait for the next video ❤️
Anytime another hoof trimmer’s video pops up on my screen, I’m like, been there, done that, and no thanks! You really are the best Greame Parker! You and Craig have this part of the UA-cam world wrapped up!!!
It always makes me happy to see a cow (or bull) walk away feeling relief. When you see her next time and upload a new video, would you please come back to this video and put a link in your notes so that those who watch this in the future can go directly to the follow-up video? Thanks. And bless you for your work.
Oh that poor baby!! Can't wait to see how you help her. Lol. Watching her try to shake that off was cute and funny. But she was walking sooo much better. Good job as always!
It is so difficult for you to say that there is nothing you can do, but make her more comfortable. The care you have for the animals in your day is so evident Thank you for restoring some faith in humanity.
That looks to be a good repair. She's walking much better. Thanks for explaining the block-stepping method, the double problem of a growth and dermatitis as well as the overall problem of calcification and expansion from a major infection.
Thabk you so much for these videos. I'm a health inspector and I look at dairy farms specifically for milk production sanitation, but we do have some elements of animal welfare we look at. These videos kind of give me additional clues to look for should I ever need to pursue further action. Thanks!
I would love to watch you work in person when I visit Scotland in October. I work in the beef cattle industry in Texas. Not much to do with dairy, but we do trim hooves on the show cattle. Thanks for your videos 😊
Must be frustrating for you when you know you cannae fix a hoof , but just making it easier to walk on is just as satisfactory as a total fix . Fantastic care of animals GP.
So chuffed you were able to alleviate her discomfort at least Graeme. By the time we see her again in 4 weeks, I'm pretty sure she'll have appreciated that graduated block you and Craig put on her. Can't wait to see her again. Thanks for sharing another great informative video!! Stay Safe!! Love to you and the family from a Retired Paramedic and Horse Trainer in Ontario, Canada, Jenn. 💖 🇨🇦 🇬🇧
That’s the cow who needs the giant hoof knife! Glad to see she’s walking better and look forward to “progress reports” ahead. Be well to the HGP Family and Herd.
Another great video and at least you can help relieve her pain. Thank you for what you do to help these animals. I'm just a city girl that loves animals, so I watch your work and im fascinated by what you do. You are both appreciated Graham Parker and Kraig. I so enjoy watching The Hoof GP 🐄🐂🐮
I love how The Hoof GP puts the Cows first and their comfort and quality of life is top priority. I watched another hoof trimmer and he went on and on talking and was not concerned about the cow in the crush he was worried more about views and likes and subscribers than the cow and he done a horrible job on the trim! Don't worry I commented on where he could go to learn the art of hoof trimming from the Hoof GP!
Good lord Graeme, been with you about 3 yrs and I saw that foot and thought..."Thats the bone pushing the toe up" it has been and will continue to be a pleasure seeing you and Craigy boy fixing feet. 👍
What a gorgeous cow! Poor lady, hope she gets on well with her blocks. Glad she has you to look after her even though you can’t make it all better. Nice job G and C!
This channel in my new addiction. I'm a old farm boy. And watching him take care of farmers animals and brings back memories a little bit. And it's interesting to watch. And it doesn't get old. And he's very knowledgeable. And interesting to watch. Love your channel. And you're doing a good job. Looking forward to watching more every time.
Loved seeing her face in between the shots of you trimming, always nice to see the personality and what these girls are feeling while you’re helping them
The difference in how she walked in and out is amazing. Well done. I do have a question though. Since there's no reversing the problem will she need to have blocks for the rest of her life or will it get to a point where frequent trims will keep it in check?
@@GalaxyRangerNiko There's no bone infection - but the bone has added to itself, so to speak. It's not enlarged, not swollen, it's more like when bone becomes gnarly and overgrown with really bad arthritis. If the pedal and coffin bones were infected he would be talking about osteomyelitis. That's a really serious problem - much MUCH more serious than what she has. She does have an infection of the tissue growth between the two claws (the tyloma) - that's what he sprayed with the antibiotic green stuff.
The cow reminded me of a cat when they get their back paw wet, how they will hold it up in the air & vigorously shake it, 😆🤣😂. She did however walk a lot better afterwards, thanks to you! Love yours and Craigy boy videos. You 🪨!
mr hoofgp, i love your videos and would like to say thankyou your trimming vids get me through alot for some odd reason i just enjoy clicking onto your channel and binge watch your videos with your calming music it always helps me get through my day, thankyou
I find the ins and outs of cattle/dairy farming absolutely fascinating. The complexities of keeping the cows happy and healthy. And the lengths farmers will go to save their animals 🥰
Was this cow treated by a vet for this infection as you stated this infection has been ongoing for a long time? It would be great if you would inform us? How do you feel about farmers who let their cattle’s issue progress to this degree?
I’m not sure how I was led to your UA-cam channel, but I have been watching for months! I’m not sure what fascinates me so! Perhaps it is my love of animals. I’m a retired nurse from Ohio, USA. In 2018, I visited Scotland, and was planning on going back. Then, COVID changed my plans. Now, I’m praying I live long enough to return! I love your respect for the earth and animals. Maybe, I’ll get to meet you in person. Thank you for sharing your profession, your business, and family. But especially, thank you for sharing glimpses of beautiful Scotland. Maybe one day I’ll visit again, and I get to shadow you. The Cush is an unbelievable invention! I think that if I hadn’t become a nurse, I would have been a Hoof GP!
Same! I'm studying to be a vet nurse but after watching his videos I feel like I wanna train to do this on the side, it looks like such a satisfying and rewarding job 😊
Same! I'm studying to be a vet nurse but after watching his videos I feel like I wanna train to do this on the side, it looks like such a satisfying and rewarding job 😊
I watch one video, and I can't stop watching these. It's cool, it's satisfying to watch, it's cow hooves. Gotta love the cows, and gotta love the guy bringing relief to cows in discomfort. Good job, man.
I'm actually retired and don't know much about cows or farms or anything like that. I have no need to know how to trim a hoof. But I come look for your videos all the time because I know you'll be upbeat, kind in your speech, respectful of whoever's farm your at, and I get to watch you bring relief to a living thing. You lighten my day. Thank you for being you.
Another awesome 👏 video. That poor 🐄 cow , she must’ve been in a lot of pain. Thank goodness you were there to help her. You’re such a good person and you do really 💕 love these animals. ❤️ Love your hair. Takecare and Keepsafe. 🥰😷😀🦋🐄🏴
Moro em uma cidade grande, nunca cheguei perto de uma vaca. Mas me apaixonei pelo trabalho que você faz. Nem imaginava que esse tipo de problema existia. Bom que eu encontrei você e seus vídeos!
Just in case I will translate it, cause I think You should know how far your videos can hit. " I Live in a big city, I have never been close to a cow. But I fell in love for the work you do. I never imagine this type of problem exist. I am glad I have found you and your videos" probably Tamara iS from Brasil!!!!
Very interesting video. Please do a follow up, would love to know how the trim improved the condition of the hoof and her long term condition. Thank you for the video and for making the animals that you tend to more comfortable.
I was thinking when you first showed yourself next to the foot, boy that hoof is about the size of your head! Glad you're able to make her more comfortable at least
Thank you for helping that cow, she looked so sore on her way to the crush. Love your videos and way you are with the cows and bulls whilst trimming. Always wondered why cows have dew claws/horns? If you're still asking, I'm in Weymouth Dorset. And an accountant by trade.
I am really interested in this answer: Does an extreme block combo like this impact the Cow's rear hips at all over time? I imagine this block is going to be on there for quite some time to get the treatment done right, but I'd also imagine that's going to cause hip problems--even if just temporary. I'm curious if that's something considered here or if Cow hips are more resilient?
It's likely going to impact their hips over a long period of time but as most treatments it's a trade off for making the foot better. However just like wearing one shoe with a platform the cow would learn to compensate for the height difference in it's walk
That was great how she kicked up her hoof bc of the blocks. She was looking like she felt so much better. I'm so glad you can make these animals feel so much more comfortable after you help them. ❤
Please show us when you next see her, whether there's anything else you can do or not. It would be nice to see her just used to the blocks and being out of the worst of the pain. Of course, seeing the effectiveness of the spray, too! I do have some questions. Would she benefit from the bad claw being amputated? And do cows who need long-term/permanent use of a block on one side, particularly at their rear, stand a greater chance of getting arthritis or similar in their later life? (I know that many farmers will send their girls "to market" when they can no longer breed, but others are more able to keep the "retirees", so some can reach a natural end.) As someone with a wonky spine who has to use two crutches or a walker to keep upright and in less pain than if I only use the one crutch (occasionally a necessary evil), seeing them walk lopsided like that makes me feel like their vertebrae just above the pelvic area - the cow's lumbar region (as they're vertebrates and mammals like us, I assume it's the same thing? If not, their equivalent of it) - are going to be grating together over time. I literally feel that because that's what happens with me as I no functioning discs in my spine: sometimes I can actually feel a few rubbing against each other, and it can hurt a _lot_ on occasion. Seeing them walk like that has me thinking about that every time. Thanks for another excellent video!
I'm not Graham but I may be able to awsner some of your questions. 1. Amputation is something that does happen to cows but generally in the case of irreversible infection in the claw, it has a big effect on the animals, is quite painful and is really a last resort. It would also be done by a vet not Graham as it is a big procedure. 2. The block is generally a temporary solution to take weight of the bad claw, Graham has used it differently here, but I'd imagine it would still be temporary and no risk of arthritis. 3. Again the block is a temporary solution that falls off after some time so I wouldn't say the cow would feel much effect from this.
Wow, when I saw the claws I said loud "oh-no"! It was massive!! Again I am not from a farm, but as a child I was on both of my grandparents farm! Yet I didn't know much about hooves, before I started watching you! Now 1,5 year in I have learned so much.... Poor cow, is all I say! 😪😪😪❤️❤️🙏
Thank God for you! What a wonderful service you provide! I wish my high school counselor had told me I could be a hoof trimmer 35 years ago. I would have totally done it!
It’s a shame there’s not much to do for that cow in the long run, but at least at the end she seems a little more comfortable, and hopefully with regular tending, that overgrown foot won’t be quite so painful.
Loved my job .I used to be a 3rd shift manager for a large bulk mailing facility for a division of the US Post Office for 15 yrs .Then I broke a vertebrae in my lower back at 21 and was diagnosed with Spondylolisthesis,which is a birth defect that is hereditary by a gene ..I went back to work many times but each time got shorter and shorter between surgeries and disability.and Not being able to earn enough to take care of my son and myself .😢😊enough of that .I love watching your videos and others passion for what you do .Lately people are so sad,angry ,hurt and fear within the world that love of anything is ahard to see ? Not with Hoof Gp all about positivity thank you for that 😊.❤
I'm sure she's feeling better Graeme with her new high heel shoe & your help. It's wonderful to see all of the relief you provide to these sweet cows that give so much to us. 🖤 🐄 🤍 🐂 🤎
I have a question...when you put a block on a cow's good claw, does the good claw then get bruised because of the extra pressure it now has to deal with that should have been going to the problematic claw? Also maybe someday you could dedicate an entire video to questions.
I would imagine that because he’s trimmed and balanced the good claw, the block won’t cause any pressure as much as it will spread the weight, so doing the job it was intended to do.
he's mentioned in some older videos that yes, that is an issue. since the blocks are a temporary measure, a hoof that's already healthy wont be too bruised in this time frame, though I believe it would cause further issues if the block had to be on longer (reoccurring injury etc). what happens when both claws are bad is he uses a horeshoe-type block on the less probelamitc claw and the curved shape keeps the pressure off the worst of the injury. however there was one video when he had no other choice than to put the block on a bad claw and hope that the other claw healed in time for the next visit when he'd swap the bock over. (cant remember which video though)
I know a few others have asked similar questions, but I'm going to ask as well. ;) Given that you are not able to fix or heal the issue, and given that the bone itself is enlarged due to infection, is there anything that a vet could do to stop the continued overgrowth and try to rebalance things so that she can be more pain-free going forward? I know horses with ankle issues can be put in specialty shoes to help, but not truly fix the issue, and I'm just curious what options are there for cows who don't wear shoes regularly. (Dang hippies... ;) kidding...)
I really wish this channel made playlists of videos featuring the same cow over successive visits. I'll get older HoofGP videos in my feed about following up on a cow, or Graham saying he'll feature a particular cow again, but it would be great to easily find the related videos.
I have no idea why this channel was suggested almost a year ago, but I just subscribed. It’s fascinating, educational, and I love the way you treat and think of the cattle as feeling, intelligent creatures, and not just the job that makes your income. I think this cow showed you respect by holding off until you released her from the crush. If she really needed to go, she would have, even with the hoof held up and you working on it.
I don't do cow trimming and never tried it but for some reason I like watching all your videos and think that I've watched almost all lol 🤦🏻♂️ it's very satisfying to watch mate good work 💯👍🏻🙏🏻 I definitely would love to try doing this job 1 day 😊 I think I know everything dealing with trimming now just by watching your videos,as soon as a cow goes into the Crush I make a judgement on the problem that i think it has and I'm always right now because of your awesome videos and teaching mate ... I'm Grason who's giving you my support from South Africa keep up the good work mate 💯🙏🏻👍🏻🐄
One of my favorite things about this channel is that you outright tell the truth when you can’t fix something, even though we know you try your best I know some other people would lie about it when they really can’t do more than they have
I just found your Channel a few hours ago and I can't stop watching! You got me wanting to get into your profession now, looks like a a lot of fun. You got a new sub now much love from Houston Texas.
you remind me alot of Steve Irwin. the animals you love is more narrow, but the love is still real but it's still just as prevalent, and I love you for it. Keep on keepin on bubba!
Poor cow, to be in pain for so long! Glad you could make her more comfortable, HGP. You make such a difference in their lives, even if they don't appreciate you properly!
She is lucky to have you guys to work on her, I can't imagine what that foot must have felt like before going into the crush. Her system is so out of whack that her poop is so runny, my heart goes out to her. Can't wait to see her in a month or so to see if anything has improved. God Bless y'all.
Yes, give her a proper walk. Oh my, she needs your healing touch. Keep track of her. Ouch, it hurts. She needs your expertise. You’ll get her back to normal cause you always do your best. Great channel!
I live in the city. Can’t remember last time I saw a cow, at least close up, but watching hooves being sliced away to deal with infections etc has me hooked. There is something so satisfying about watching this work being done, and I think how fortunate these animals are to benefit from it.
You should have saved that giant knife for this video lol. Ty for all the great content. I am one of those that has nothing to do with this industry but I love animals and seeing the help you provide.
Lol, i’m still getting used to your new shaggy look❤️. Who new you had curls like that? And I love to listen to you talk. An, oh yeah, I love the work you do on these cows.
Well, I watch you as much as I can. This cow when let out of the crush was somewhat unsure but a few steps later it dawned on her the answer to her walk. No doubt further on she will get used to it. My one concern is how will she go when walking on the spongy grass land? We can but wait and see but at least the infection is on the way out. Well done, your love of your clients and your good eye is a credit to you. Pity more humans don't have a bit of your passion and love for what you do. Stay safe to you and yours and your apprentice. Don't forget Covid haunts us all.👍👍👏👏🇦🇺🐂🐂xx🐮🐮
It's not where you thought you'd be standing when you were at school you say, but when you were at school did you ever think you'd be bringing sincere relief to so many creatures in discomfort. You're an unsung hero, mate.
Not to belittle what you said - cuz doing honorable things in this evil world , is honorable. But for the sake of telling the truth -
School teaches us to be slaves and to enslave our fellow man, as if it was natural and good. So that noone in school ever sees themselves as being caretakers of nature . Which is what we were designed, built, and originally programmed to do. A man who chooses to make a life of caring for gods critters and the earth, are good men.
But unfortunately, even the folks who are caretakers of nature, are slaves to whoever pays their hire/ pays them money, , and whoever they pay and or hire is their slave. Noone is free to just care for themselves, their neighbors, and the earth. So even though our profession may be honorable, its tainted by money and the slave bosses.
The govs are the crime boss slave lords, who enslaved the world, and who are also slaves themselves. Slaves owned and operated by the evil devil satans/ rebel accusers led by the big ACantichrist lucifer.
In school, noone can see themselves as being anything other than a slave to the govs and whoever hires us - we arnt allowed to see ourselves caring for the earth nor the creations within. Because school is designed to hide our true nature from us, and turn us into oblivious slaves to the devil/ rebellion through the civy lies nations and religions.
But there is a whole nother 3rd option that they leave off of the table and hide. BUT NOT FOR MUCH LONGER! Our father creator through Yahshua the real christ (our co creator), are fixin to set matters straight.
@@aaronwalker8847 fdhsi
@@crystalmadison1898 I don't even know what that means - could mean anything?. I figure your reaction wasn't a good un though. Because noone ever believes us/ el ohim's messengers. Folks reaction to us (/Yahshua the christs foretold last of the last days little flock/the 144,000 of us according to johns revelations ),, is a tradition that goes all of the way back to the 1st ever prophets, Noah and enoch.
But Im telling you the truth. The world has been enslaved by evil masters, and folks enslave each other. Because of how school and tell lie vision programs folks.
But those days are coming to a end now. The end is here, rather than near. So Yahshua sent us out to tell yall his name, and to tell yall the truth.
So that yall will know what it is when yall see it, and know who to turn to when it all goes down. CUZ ITS ALL GOING DOWN NOW, AND A GREAT AWAKENING IS COMING REAL SOON, upon Yahshuas return.
@@aaronwalker8847 who dat
@@aaronwalker8847 your tinfoil hat fits quite well
Me 2 years ago: "Why am I about to watch a cows foot being trimmed"
Also me: *Watches every upload since*
Love the videos, best at what you do!
Guilty as charged myself. NY urban girl - what the heck 🤣🤣🤣
Not 2 years yet but same here :-)
Love your streams, you're the best streamer!
My sister told me to watch the Hoof GP, and I really wasn't interested. I finally did watch and am now a regular follower, still catching up on the older posts. Graeme and Craigie Boy are so good to the animals. They also show that farmers are truly concerned about their livestock. 🙂🐄🐃🐂❤
LOL So you are an old member of the HERD 🤣🤣🤣
Did a 13 mile walk today and part way along, the gate I needed to get through was blocked by a group of inquisitive cattle (a mix I think) and found myself looking at their feet and had the feeling one or two could do with a trim - would never have expected to be thinking about such things even a year ago.
After a few minutes, I judged I was going to be alright around them, got through the gate, and parted a way through them.
Keep up the good work.
🐄👣👀😁
Ха-ха-ха 😂 Я тоже начал смотреть на копыта :)
If you ever come across a group of cattle again, please don't do this. Their benign mood can turn in a second, even farmers have been badly injured or killed by their own herd. They are especially skittish when they have young or if an unfamiliar dog is involved. Enjoy your HGP walks but please look after yourself.
@@ruthgriffiths7365 Thanks for the concern. There were about a dozen or so and I think they ended up there because the farmer had been around the gate a few minutes earlier - had seen him in the distance as I was walking. They looked relatively young and had stroked a few on the head. Waited a few minutes, opened the gate and got through and went sideways, so only a few needed to move to let me through - perhaps 8 feet and I was clear.
I spent the first year and a half living on a dairy farm as a kid when my family moved to this country and have been around cows many times on numerous walks that I’ve done over the years. It’s funny how UA-cam came to bring these videos up.
@@ojonasar I think they are beautiful creatures, those eyes! Great to hear that you know what you're doing. I just love these videos x
I am a disabled Registered Nurse from Georgia in the USA. I randomly saw your channel on UA-cam and I was instantly hooked. I have been watching you for a bit now and I really enjoy watching what great care you give to all of those cows. I just wanted to drop you a message from across the pond. I can’t wait for the next video ❤️
Sometimes I wish doctors gave as much care as he does to these cows. His bedside Manner is incredible
I'm from Georgia, USA as well. I, too, enjoy watching Graham take care of these cows. It's satisfying to know how much he helps them.
Anytime another hoof trimmer’s video pops up on my screen, I’m like, been there, done that, and no thanks! You really are the best Greame Parker! You and Craig have this part of the UA-cam world wrapped up!!!
He didn't earn the James Herriot Award for nothing!
Poor cow. Glad you're able to make her comfortable even though she has foot problems. Another great video.
It always makes me happy to see a cow (or bull) walk away feeling relief. When you see her next time and upload a new video, would you please come back to this video and put a link in your notes so that those who watch this in the future can go directly to the follow-up video? Thanks. And bless you for your work.
What a terrific suggestion! Thank you
Oh that poor baby!! Can't wait to see how you help her.
Lol. Watching her try to shake that off was cute and funny. But she was walking sooo much better. Good job as always!
Looks like this would've been the perfect time to break out the "World's Biggest Hoof Knife"!! Great job as usual!
That's what I thought too!😄 It would have been perfect for the tough horn of her foot.
It is so difficult for you to say that there is nothing you can do, but make her more comfortable. The care you have for the animals in your day is so evident Thank you for restoring some faith in humanity.
yes, and it's very sad. This guy did a terrific job
That looks to be a good repair. She's walking much better. Thanks for explaining the block-stepping method, the double problem of a growth and dermatitis as well as the overall problem of calcification and expansion from a major infection.
Oh, poor cow! I'm glad you were able to help a bit.
Thabk you so much for these videos. I'm a health inspector and I look at dairy farms specifically for milk production sanitation, but we do have some elements of animal welfare we look at. These videos kind of give me additional clues to look for should I ever need to pursue further action. Thanks!
I would love to watch you work in person when I visit Scotland in October. I work in the beef cattle industry in Texas. Not much to do with dairy, but we do trim hooves on the show cattle. Thanks for your videos 😊
Must be frustrating for you when you know you cannae fix a hoof , but just making it easier to walk on is just as satisfactory as a total fix .
Fantastic care of animals GP.
So chuffed you were able to alleviate her discomfort at least Graeme. By the time we see her again in 4 weeks, I'm pretty sure she'll have appreciated that graduated block you and Craig put on her. Can't wait to see her again. Thanks for sharing another great informative video!! Stay Safe!! Love to you and the family from a Retired Paramedic and Horse Trainer in Ontario, Canada, Jenn. 💖 🇨🇦 🇬🇧
That’s the cow who needs the giant hoof knife! Glad to see she’s walking better and look forward to “progress reports” ahead. Be well to the HGP Family and Herd.
She was shaking. I hope she gets the vet soon and helps her feel better.
Really looking forward to the follow-up. This is an unusual case that I don't recal you covering before. Every day is a school day!
Another great video and at least you can help relieve her pain. Thank you for what you do to help these animals. I'm just a city girl that loves animals, so I watch your work and im fascinated by what you do. You are both appreciated Graham Parker and Kraig.
I so enjoy watching The Hoof GP 🐄🐂🐮
I love how The Hoof GP puts the Cows first and their comfort and quality of life is top priority. I watched another hoof trimmer and he went on and on talking and was not concerned about the cow in the crush he was worried more about views and likes and subscribers than the cow and he done a horrible job on the trim! Don't worry I commented on where he could go to learn the art of hoof trimming from the Hoof GP!
Good lord Graeme, been with you about 3 yrs and I saw that foot and thought..."Thats the bone pushing the toe up" it has been and will continue to be a pleasure seeing you and Craigy boy fixing feet. 👍
What a gorgeous cow! Poor lady, hope she gets on well with her blocks. Glad she has you to look after her even though you can’t make it all better. Nice job G and C!
This channel in my new addiction. I'm a old farm boy. And watching him take care of farmers animals and brings back memories a little bit. And it's interesting to watch. And it doesn't get old. And he's very knowledgeable. And interesting to watch. Love your channel. And you're doing a good job. Looking forward to watching more every time.
Loved seeing her face in between the shots of you trimming, always nice to see the personality and what these girls are feeling while you’re helping them
He is the most appealing guy . I love his accent. And helping these poor animals is wonderful .
So glad you’ll be seeing this cow again! I feel so badly when they are limping! Thanks for the video!
Love the way you can think on your feet to help the ladies walk better. I never realized how delicate yet hardy these beautiful animals are, thank you
The difference in how she walked in and out is amazing. Well done. I do have a question though. Since there's no reversing the problem will she need to have blocks for the rest of her life or will it get to a point where frequent trims will keep it in check?
Or, will a vet be able to deal with the bone infection?
@@GalaxyRangerNiko There's no bone infection - but the bone has added to itself, so to speak. It's not enlarged, not swollen, it's more like when bone becomes gnarly and overgrown with really bad arthritis. If the pedal and coffin bones were infected he would be talking about osteomyelitis. That's a really serious problem - much MUCH more serious than what she has. She does have an infection of the tissue growth between the two claws (the tyloma) - that's what he sprayed with the antibiotic green stuff.
The cow reminded me of a cat when they get their back paw wet, how they will hold it up in the air & vigorously shake it, 😆🤣😂. She did however walk a lot better afterwards, thanks to you! Love yours and Craigy boy videos. You 🪨!
mr hoofgp, i love your videos and would like to say thankyou your trimming vids get me through alot for some odd reason i just enjoy clicking onto your channel and binge watch your videos with your calming music it always helps me get through my day, thankyou
Look forward to the update! I'll be so impressed if the two blocks stay on!
So I have watched other trimmers, they are good but you are so thorough, thoughtful, Knowledgeable and also compassionate. I so enjoy your videos.
I find the ins and outs of cattle/dairy farming absolutely fascinating. The complexities of keeping the cows happy and healthy. And the lengths farmers will go to save their animals 🥰
I totally agree 👍
The cows really do become family
. Especially dairy cows .. Big Station Cattle don't see as much attention by humans .. Cows do love company..
@@R00RALyeah, most people don't know that. My cousin(34) has cows, one of them is super sweet. His name is Roofus and he loves attention
Was this cow treated by a vet for this infection as you stated this infection has been ongoing for a long time? It would be great if you would inform us? How do you feel about farmers who let their cattle’s issue progress to this degree?
I’m not sure how I was led to your UA-cam channel, but I have been watching for months! I’m not sure what fascinates me so! Perhaps it is my love of animals. I’m a retired nurse from Ohio, USA. In 2018, I visited Scotland, and was planning on going back. Then, COVID changed my plans. Now, I’m praying I live long enough to return! I love your respect for the earth and animals. Maybe, I’ll get to meet you in person. Thank you for sharing your profession, your business, and family. But especially, thank you for sharing glimpses of beautiful Scotland. Maybe one day I’ll visit again, and I get to shadow you. The Cush is an unbelievable invention! I think that if I hadn’t become a nurse, I would have been a Hoof GP!
Stepped blocks. Very cool. I love to see all the various applications of the tools used.
I wish I could do this for a living. 😇🐮❤️
Same! I'm studying to be a vet nurse but after watching his videos I feel like I wanna train to do this on the side, it looks like such a satisfying and rewarding job 😊
Same! I'm studying to be a vet nurse but after watching his videos I feel like I wanna train to do this on the side, it looks like such a satisfying and rewarding job 😊
@@ckasper247, he has an online course and I think the first lesson is free...
Thank you for having such a huge heart. I am so glad these cows have you, your kindness saves many of their lives and reduces their pain.
Glad you're feeling better, and that poor cow here's hoping she improves. 😊🍁🇨🇦🐘🐄
I watch one video, and I can't stop watching these. It's cool, it's satisfying to watch, it's cow hooves. Gotta love the cows, and gotta love the guy bringing relief to cows in discomfort. Good job, man.
So you're basically giving her a high heel shoe?! :D Like any of us girls, she just has to learn to walk properly in it :D
Except its a high heel shoe given to someone with a club foot that is twice as large as the other one.
@@jonathanbrowning4 That made me chortle! You're not wrong! :D
I'm actually retired and don't know much about cows or farms or anything like that. I have no need to know how to trim a hoof. But I come look for your videos all the time because I know you'll be upbeat, kind in your speech, respectful of whoever's farm your at, and I get to watch you bring relief to a living thing. You lighten my day. Thank you for being you.
Another awesome 👏 video. That poor 🐄 cow , she must’ve been in a lot of pain. Thank goodness you were there to help her. You’re such a good person and you do really 💕 love these animals. ❤️ Love your hair. Takecare and Keepsafe. 🥰😷😀🦋🐄🏴
She's moooooovin much better, hope she heals better soon Grahame 🇺🇲💕🙋💕🇺🇲Hello from the states to you n ur family in Scotland
Moro em uma cidade grande, nunca cheguei perto de uma vaca. Mas me apaixonei pelo trabalho que você faz. Nem imaginava que esse tipo de problema existia. Bom que eu encontrei você e seus vídeos!
Just in case I will translate it, cause I think You should know how far your videos can hit. " I Live in a big city, I have never been close to a cow. But I fell in love for the work you do. I never imagine this type of problem exist. I am glad I have found you and your videos" probably Tamara iS from Brasil!!!!
@@rods5555 yes, I am from Brasil. Thank you! Perfect translation
Very interesting video. Please do a follow up, would love to know how the trim improved the condition of the hoof and her long term condition. Thank you for the video and for making the animals that you tend to more comfortable.
I was thinking when you first showed yourself next to the foot, boy that hoof is about the size of your head! Glad you're able to make her more comfortable at least
Thank you for helping that cow, she looked so sore on her way to the crush.
Love your videos and way you are with the cows and bulls whilst trimming.
Always wondered why cows have dew claws/horns?
If you're still asking, I'm in Weymouth Dorset. And an accountant by trade.
I am really interested in this answer: Does an extreme block combo like this impact the Cow's rear hips at all over time? I imagine this block is going to be on there for quite some time to get the treatment done right, but I'd also imagine that's going to cause hip problems--even if just temporary. I'm curious if that's something considered here or if Cow hips are more resilient?
I’ve wondered the same.
What about their spine?
It's likely going to impact their hips over a long period of time but as most treatments it's a trade off for making the foot better. However just like wearing one shoe with a platform the cow would learn to compensate for the height difference in it's walk
It’s usually only a few weeks
Your healing gift is so important. Thank you!
That was one big hoof! Thanks for doing such a good job for that little cow 💜
That was great how she kicked up her hoof bc of the blocks. She was looking like she felt so much better. I'm so glad you can make these animals feel so much more comfortable after you help them. ❤
Please show us when you next see her, whether there's anything else you can do or not. It would be nice to see her just used to the blocks and being out of the worst of the pain. Of course, seeing the effectiveness of the spray, too!
I do have some questions. Would she benefit from the bad claw being amputated?
And do cows who need long-term/permanent use of a block on one side, particularly at their rear, stand a greater chance of getting arthritis or similar in their later life? (I know that many farmers will send their girls "to market" when they can no longer breed, but others are more able to keep the "retirees", so some can reach a natural end.)
As someone with a wonky spine who has to use two crutches or a walker to keep upright and in less pain than if I only use the one crutch (occasionally a necessary evil), seeing them walk lopsided like that makes me feel like their vertebrae just above the pelvic area - the cow's lumbar region (as they're vertebrates and mammals like us, I assume it's the same thing? If not, their equivalent of it) - are going to be grating together over time. I literally feel that because that's what happens with me as I no functioning discs in my spine: sometimes I can actually feel a few rubbing against each other, and it can hurt a _lot_ on occasion. Seeing them walk like that has me thinking about that every time.
Thanks for another excellent video!
I'm not Graham but I may be able to awsner some of your questions. 1. Amputation is something that does happen to cows but generally in the case of irreversible infection in the claw, it has a big effect on the animals, is quite painful and is really a last resort. It would also be done by a vet not Graham as it is a big procedure. 2. The block is generally a temporary solution to take weight of the bad claw, Graham has used it differently here, but I'd imagine it would still be temporary and no risk of arthritis. 3. Again the block is a temporary solution that falls off after some time so I wouldn't say the cow would feel much effect from this.
It usually depends on how productive the cow is and if they can get another calf out of her. If not, then it's a nasty, scary end for her, sadly.
Now, more than ever, I realize that he loves these cows. It's so wholesome.
Omgosh I loved seeing her walk off way more comfortably 💕
Glad you are feeling better. Get your favorite treat, you deserve it. Stay safe, stay happy, stay true.
Wow, when I saw the claws I said loud "oh-no"! It was massive!! Again I am not from a farm, but as a child I was on both of my grandparents farm! Yet I didn't know much about hooves, before I started watching you! Now 1,5 year in I have learned so much.... Poor cow, is all I say! 😪😪😪❤️❤️🙏
Thank God for you! What a wonderful service you provide! I wish my high school counselor had told me I could be a hoof trimmer 35 years ago. I would have totally done it!
It’s a shame there’s not much to do for that cow in the long run, but at least at the end she seems a little more comfortable, and hopefully with regular tending, that overgrown foot won’t be quite so painful.
Loved my job .I used to be a 3rd shift manager for a large bulk mailing facility for a division of the US Post Office for 15 yrs .Then I broke a vertebrae in my lower back at 21 and was diagnosed with Spondylolisthesis,which is a birth defect that is hereditary by a gene ..I went back to work many times but each time got shorter and shorter between surgeries and disability.and Not being able to earn enough to take care of my son and myself .😢😊enough of that .I love watching your videos and others passion for what you do .Lately people are so sad,angry ,hurt and fear within the world that love of anything is ahard to see ? Not with Hoof Gp all about positivity thank you for that 😊.❤
She does look more comfortable even though she was very unsure about having something stuck to her foot 😂
I'm sure she's feeling better Graeme with her new high heel shoe & your help. It's wonderful to see all of the relief you provide to these sweet cows that give so much to us.
🖤 🐄 🤍 🐂 🤎
Looking forward to part 2 for this cow. Very interesting and learned something new about the “white line”. So much goes into being a farrier
When that infection is cleared up, would the vet be able to reduce the size of that bone. I'd hate to think of that infection in the bone itself. 😁🧡👋
With all the intro, I thought that it would result in the co being put down, but you saved the day and cow. Boy, was that a relief. Love your vids
Graham I was wondering, when putting on a block on a cow. can it affect the cows hip alignment if its on to long. Curious
Looking forward to seeing the update in 4 weeks. Great video and very instructive. Thank you. Stay safe.
I have a question...when you put a block on a cow's good claw, does the good claw then get bruised because of the extra pressure it now has to deal with that should have been going to the problematic claw?
Also maybe someday you could dedicate an entire video to questions.
I would imagine that because he’s trimmed and balanced the good claw, the block won’t cause any pressure as much as it will spread the weight, so doing the job it was intended to do.
was thinking this
he's mentioned in some older videos that yes, that is an issue. since the blocks are a temporary measure, a hoof that's already healthy wont be too bruised in this time frame, though I believe it would cause further issues if the block had to be on longer (reoccurring injury etc).
what happens when both claws are bad is he uses a horeshoe-type block on the less probelamitc claw and the curved shape keeps the pressure off the worst of the injury.
however there was one video when he had no other choice than to put the block on a bad claw and hope that the other claw healed in time for the next visit when he'd swap the bock over. (cant remember which video though)
@@evanrigel954 ik what vid you are talking about i just cant remember was it one of graces vids?
@@evanrigel954 oh ok thx :)
The sound of pasture cows hooves are always recognizable
I know a few others have asked similar questions, but I'm going to ask as well. ;) Given that you are not able to fix or heal the issue, and given that the bone itself is enlarged due to infection, is there anything that a vet could do to stop the continued overgrowth and try to rebalance things so that she can be more pain-free going forward? I know horses with ankle issues can be put in specialty shoes to help, but not truly fix the issue, and I'm just curious what options are there for cows who don't wear shoes regularly. (Dang hippies... ;) kidding...)
There *are* shoes for cattle. Don't know if there's orthopedic ones, tho.
I really wish this channel made playlists of videos featuring the same cow over successive visits. I'll get older HoofGP videos in my feed about following up on a cow, or Graham saying he'll feature a particular cow again, but it would be great to easily find the related videos.
Graham, it’s nice the way you look after the cows, but i think it’s time to look after yourself, go and get a haircut 🤭
I have no idea why this channel was suggested almost a year ago, but I just subscribed. It’s fascinating, educational, and I love the way you treat and think of the cattle as feeling, intelligent creatures, and not just the job that makes your income. I think this cow showed you respect by holding off until you released her from the crush. If she really needed to go, she would have, even with the hoof held up and you working on it.
Awe poor girl… thank you for helping her feel more comfortable 🐮 ❤️
So glad you were able to make this cow's journey an easier one! Love watching your various adventures! Keep it up!
Good work Graham 👍
I was worried about the excess glue but you sorted it out nicely 😊
Poor baby. I hope she gets better❤❤❤❤. Thanks for helping her🎉🎉.
Aww, poor mama, that looked really painful for her, great job Graham, thank you so much for helping her, take care.👍🐄
I don't do cow trimming and never tried it but for some reason I like watching all your videos and think that I've watched almost all lol 🤦🏻♂️ it's very satisfying to watch mate good work 💯👍🏻🙏🏻 I definitely would love to try doing this job 1 day 😊 I think I know everything dealing with trimming now just by watching your videos,as soon as a cow goes into the Crush I make a judgement on the problem that i think it has and I'm always right now because of your awesome videos and teaching mate ... I'm Grason who's giving you my support from South Africa keep up the good work mate 💯🙏🏻👍🏻🐄
So sorry for this cow. Also so thankful she has you to help her.
One of my favorite things about this channel is that you outright tell the truth when you can’t fix something, even though we know you try your best I know some other people would lie about it when they really can’t do more than they have
I just found your Channel a few hours ago and I can't stop watching! You got me wanting to get into your profession now, looks like a a lot of fun. You got a new sub now much love from Houston Texas.
you remind me alot of Steve Irwin. the animals you love is more narrow, but the love is still real but it's still just as prevalent, and I love you for it. Keep on keepin on bubba!
Poor cow, to be in pain for so long! Glad you could make her more comfortable, HGP. You make such a difference in their lives, even if they don't appreciate you properly!
I found your channel by accident but am really enjoying your videos. I can tell that you really care about the animals you are treating
Thank you so much for the wonderful care that you give to the ladies :)
She is lucky to have you guys to work on her, I can't imagine what that foot must have felt like before going into the crush. Her system is so out of whack that her poop is so runny, my heart goes out to her. Can't wait to see her in a month or so to see if anything has improved. God Bless y'all.
Cow poo is always runny. Only if its literally liquid do they have diahrea
Yes, give her a proper walk. Oh my, she needs your healing touch. Keep track of her. Ouch, it hurts. She needs your expertise. You’ll get her back to normal cause you always do your best. Great channel!
I was so preoccupied with your hair that I had to rewatch the video. I'm envious of your hair. Love the videos.👍
I continue to be amazed by your compassion and expertise when treating cattle in pain.
The zoom in and out is MUCH MUCH better!!!! Thanks@!@! LOVE your videos!!!
I live in the city. Can’t remember last time I saw a cow, at least close up, but watching hooves being sliced away to deal with infections etc has me hooked. There is something so satisfying about watching this work being done, and I think how fortunate these animals are to benefit from it.
Awesome job 👍🏻❤️you could see the relief the cow was feeling in seconds of her coming out of the crush. You rock 🎉❤️
That was really cool! Thanks for taking care of her!
You should have saved that giant knife for this video lol. Ty for all the great content. I am one of those that has nothing to do with this industry but I love animals and seeing the help you provide.
As always you explain very well and give us non experts a glimpse into what you see ….thank you Graeme
Wow..hopefully she feels better. Your so good at your job.
It may not be a glamorous job but when you can help an animal who's in pain and help make them feel better, that's gold! 💚
Lol, i’m still getting used to your new shaggy look❤️. Who new you had curls like that? And I love to listen to you talk. An, oh yeah, I love the work you do on these cows.
Every time I need reminding that there’s good in the world I watch your videos. Such an amazing thing you do. Keep it up. 👍🏻
Well, I watch you as much as I can. This cow when let out of the crush was somewhat unsure but a few steps later it dawned on her the answer to her walk. No doubt further on she will get used to it. My one concern is how will she go when walking on the spongy grass land? We can but wait and see but at least the infection is on the way out. Well done, your love of your clients and your good eye is a credit to you. Pity more humans don't have a bit of your passion and love for what you do. Stay safe to you and yours and your apprentice. Don't forget Covid haunts us all.👍👍👏👏🇦🇺🐂🐂xx🐮🐮