Loud Trumpets as the Elephants Return Home to Phabeni at the Orphanage!

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  • Опубліковано 6 тра 2024
  • Following Phabeni's recent drip from Dr Rogers - herd.org.za/blog/baby-elephan... - the herd returned back to the homestead next door to the orphanage and came running as they realised little Phabeni was there. They obviously did not know why the bull had left them early that day, as this was a change to their routine. They certainly appeared very excited to see him across the fence as they approached. Phabeni's surrogate mother Setombe and her daughter Klaserie were the first to the fence, coming in fast, with Timisa and Khanyisa close by, followed by Limpopo and her mother Tokwe.
    The herd helped drop Phabeni off at the orphanage earlier in the day, with Setombe walking the bull to the door, so that he could be seen by Dr Rogers and given a necessary drip. Since Phabeni had been drinking fewer milk bottles, either not finishing the full bottle or refusing to drink, we had to find other ways to get nutrition and energy into him. The drip helped immensely and the bull took his bottles that evening.
    We are doing our best to not disrupt the routine of the elephants, and when Phabeni doesn't need to attend to vet visits, we ensure he stays out with the herd during the day. This prevents extra stress for him and the herd, as they are very used to their daily habit of sunrise walks in the wilderness together, and spending all day out foraging, swimming, bonding, playing, mud bathing, and walking, until the sun sets.
    After his bottle, Phabeni enjoyed an evening wind-down with his sheep friends, Lammie and Spotty, and his carer Stavros and Adine, before heading to bed for a much needed and well deserved rest.
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  • @AndyFromBeaverton
    @AndyFromBeaverton Місяць тому +439

    That's so incredible how they all rush past the food to check on little Phabeni.

    • @phoenixps
      @phoenixps Місяць тому +35

      So heartwarming ❤❤❤😊😊😊

    • @dowth3
      @dowth3 Місяць тому +26

      ... And how meaningful and reassuring to Baby Beni!

    • @deniseh5269
      @deniseh5269 Місяць тому +16

      And his little trumpets. Made me wish he was allowed to be out there trunk to trunks.

    • @judydarwin4342
      @judydarwin4342 Місяць тому +11

      Family first😁❤

    • @user-lg5rn2us2g
      @user-lg5rn2us2g Місяць тому +6

      Yes.... And Phabeni will jojn to them ❤

  • @nancydaley9646
    @nancydaley9646 Місяць тому +619

    Anybody else hold their breath hoping he'll keep drinking?

    • @annavolpe8510
      @annavolpe8510 Місяць тому +30

      I. But Yessssss After fighting, he drink ! Ouf !🤗

    • @smitty1371
      @smitty1371 Місяць тому +28

      Eververday🤙🏼

    • @phoenixps
      @phoenixps Місяць тому +19

      Yes😢🧿🐘

    • @mandydavidson6694
      @mandydavidson6694 Місяць тому +36

      Yes, I'm willing him to drink, just a bit more, just a bit more phabeni!.
      Thank you for sharing. Heartfelt greetings to all.

    • @Bubblebloomer
      @Bubblebloomer Місяць тому +29

      I always find myself talking out loud, saying, "Come on, Phabeni, just a little more."
      Sometimes I say, "Let's git er done if you want to go out with your family."

  • @francinescott7405
    @francinescott7405 Місяць тому +137

    I swear Stavros has the touch when it comes to the babies. Bless him. I bet his grandchildren Love him to bits.

  • @suemick8709
    @suemick8709 Місяць тому +181

    He's turning his bedtime into fun and games. The herd really put on the gas to see their baby and once they saw that he was in good hands they went to dinner peacefully.

    • @EvaArt-ud6gwari
      @EvaArt-ud6gwari Місяць тому +13

      That was AMAZING. ALL THIS WONDERFUL LOVE. He knows it, they know it, now he can be playful and difficult. Get all that attention, funny, he is so darling. May he thrive. Also am so thrilled to see how Khanyisa loves him in her own special way.

    • @nursiebelle
      @nursiebelle Місяць тому

      no one ever treated me that well

  • @user-qv7en1ib2t
    @user-qv7en1ib2t Місяць тому +331

    I hope this little boy knows how much he is loved across the world...Thank you for sharing and all the love and devotion you give to these animals...such joy in a world of unrest...❤❤🐘🥰

    • @LibertySneeden
      @LibertySneeden Місяць тому +21

      You are so spot on. Phabeni and his family are a special treat each day.

    • @janparish7895
      @janparish7895 Місяць тому +6

      @@LibertySneeden I second that! 💙🐘💙🙏🏻

  • @frankfreeman1444
    @frankfreeman1444 Місяць тому +92

    You can feel how much the herd is concerned for the little munchkin!

  • @chelisue
    @chelisue Місяць тому +6

    I absolutely love how all the elephants are so attached to the babies❣️

  • @matshaglund2718
    @matshaglund2718 Місяць тому +11

    Elepanths are amazing and beatufull animals❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @higgsb9128
    @higgsb9128 Місяць тому +6

    Very satisfying watching Phabeni drink all his milk!

  • @survivor2117
    @survivor2117 Місяць тому +210

    Prayers up everybody for Phabeni!❤️ The odds of these little ones surviving is so difficult and HERD does so much! It is their best possible chance at life. Every elephant needs a herd.

    • @chiggins4399
      @chiggins4399 Місяць тому +24

      We all need our " herd" don't you think? 😉✌️❤️

    • @LibertySneeden
      @LibertySneeden Місяць тому +20

      In addition, I think every elephant needs a Herd, plus Adine and that Carers.
      Wow, these elephants are loved and cared for to the max.

    • @SusanCiraulo
      @SusanCiraulo Місяць тому +2

      K​@@LibertySneeden

    • @patriciabrannen632
      @patriciabrannen632 Місяць тому

      This is the first time I have seen videos about elephants and just discovered Herd two weeks ago. I wish the whole world could be this peaceful, loving and kind. I'm so glad to know that elephants have a place to go to be treated so well. Surely God has helped to make all this happen. ❤❤

  • @marjoriehopkins1630
    @marjoriehopkins1630 Місяць тому +124

    OH I LOVE THAT LOVE SETOMBE HAS FOR PHABENI--AND I LOVE THE LOVE THAT PHABENI HAS FOR SETOMBE! What a wonderful thing to see!

    • @janparish7895
      @janparish7895 Місяць тому +15

      Isn't it Wonderful? Setombe and her beautiful daughter Klaserie were happy together, but along came this tiny bull and awakened something in her. Happily Klaserie loves her baby brother and the dynamic within the herd shifted so positively. Beni, keep drinking that milk and getting stronger. You have no idea how much you are Loved by so many. 💙🐘💙🙏🏻⭐️

    • @marjoriehopkins1630
      @marjoriehopkins1630 Місяць тому +8

      @@janparish7895 yes!

    • @vivianaiacomelli3080
      @vivianaiacomelli3080 Місяць тому +6

      Sono ultra felice che Phabeni cominci a bere la sua bottiglia di latte, grazie alla pazienza del carer Stavros.....! Phabeni è innamorato di mother Setombe e viene ricambiato da lei e da sua figlia Klaserie! Ringrazio il Cielo. ITALIA

  • @ginangan8892
    @ginangan8892 Місяць тому +8

    Well done team,God bless

  • @pglen6042
    @pglen6042 Місяць тому +19

    Bless Stavros, so patient with the baby.

  • @noelenewelch9043
    @noelenewelch9043 Місяць тому +10

    Stavros, you have the patience of a Saint. Bless you for allowing him to drink in 'his' time.

  • @maryt2887
    @maryt2887 Місяць тому +11

    Stavros, you are so patient! Thank you.

  • @suelittle253
    @suelittle253 Місяць тому +6

    I believe the HERD is the best medicine. They know when he is struggling and how to support him.

  • @markm734
    @markm734 Місяць тому +21

    This is one of the most compelling stories on UA-cam at the moment. I'm locked in to every update.

  • @mickeyTX.
    @mickeyTX. Місяць тому +11

    The Caretaker’s patience is incredible.. and with success .. happiness all around.. 🐘❤️

  • @helmut7878
    @helmut7878 Місяць тому +23

    God bless you and this wonderful Creatures ❤❤❤

  • @chantalbaas8328
    @chantalbaas8328 Місяць тому +5

    So happy the little one is drinking again thank GOD ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @lakshminair5114
    @lakshminair5114 Місяць тому +5

    That was the moment...my heart was beating so fast with happiness...when the herd came rushing to see little Phabeni. Thank you Adine for the update. Get well soon sweet beni❤

  • @hensley6953
    @hensley6953 Місяць тому +30

    FINALLY THE WHOLE BOTTLE , GOOD JOB PHABENI

  • @debraevans6795
    @debraevans6795 Місяць тому +4

    KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK! 🙏🫶🐘🍼

  • @user-jr9xf3jv1b
    @user-jr9xf3jv1b Місяць тому +9

    I was surprised to hear he's had another drip. It seems we have to take each bottle, each day as it comes with phabeni. Each day and each bottle he finishes is a blessing. Well done Stavros for your patience.

  • @MM-uv6kb
    @MM-uv6kb Місяць тому +8

    It's impossible not to have tears watching this. ❤

  • @Christynmaine
    @Christynmaine Місяць тому +43

    Phabeni would rather play than eat. A lot of human kids are like that. ❤❤

  • @catherine59226
    @catherine59226 Місяць тому +8

    Family is forever ❤

  • @carmenl163
    @carmenl163 Місяць тому +26

    Maybe the caregivers should always carry a couple of small bottles in a cooling bag with them so they can feed him on the spot. Stavros is such a wonderful carer; my heart melts when I see how he interacts with Phabenin.
    I'm thinking about Phabeni multiple times a day. My best wishes are with him always.

  • @celesterakhale7496
    @celesterakhale7496 Місяць тому +18

    Wow wow wow...incredible!!!

  • @marie-clauderecchia4531
    @marie-clauderecchia4531 Місяць тому +59

    It was heartwarming to see Dame Setombe, Lundi, Bubi, Timisa, Tokwe, Khanyisa and Klaserie running and trumpeting direction the orphanage to meet with little Phabeni whom they missed during their foraging Only after they made sure he was doing good, they went to eat their snacks Those Ellies never ceased to amaze me It takes a lot of patience to make a baby Ellie drink his bottle of milk who only wants to go and play Thank you Stavros, Adine and all the Carers for your absolute dedication

    • @vivianaiacomelli3080
      @vivianaiacomelli3080 Місяць тому

      🤗🤗🤗😊😊😊🩷🩵❤️🧡💚💙👋👋👋👍👍👍👍👍🙏

  • @kp8381
    @kp8381 Місяць тому +5

    Amazing how they came running to see the baby boy. He has to stay well because if not, it will be so hard on the herd.
    Thank you Stavros for being such a wonderful friend and caretaker to the sweet boy. It was good to see Lammie and Spotty.
    🩵🐘🩵

  • @wendi8446
    @wendi8446 Місяць тому +19

    That's our boy Phabeni, sweet baby. 🙏🙏

  • @JulieRushworth
    @JulieRushworth Місяць тому +6

    Dear Lord thank you for bringing all of our Elephant Family together, and Spotty with Lammie, I love and adore each of these magnificent beauties, love love love all ofyou, lil extra for Khanysia, Fishan and Phabeni x

  • @Finley777
    @Finley777 Місяць тому +10

    So beautiful when the ellies run to greet Phabeni! He seems to turn to Adine and say, "they love me!" Baby boy's future is bright! Thank you for all you do, and for the update. Sending healing thoughts❤❤

  • @carolinewatson199
    @carolinewatson199 Місяць тому +11

    I have cried over this little boy, praying daily he will be fine and back with his heard full of health, the other elephants love this little guy

  • @elephantwanderer6576
    @elephantwanderer6576 Місяць тому +47

    Phabeni is not as good with his milk bottles as Khanyisa was. He seems to be too easily distracted!! Good to see he is taking the milk!!❤️❤️🐘🐘💯💯

  • @michelereynolds9898
    @michelereynolds9898 Місяць тому +53

    God bless Stavros for his infinite patience! He’s amazing, and “Good boy, Phabeni!!”

  • @aarthipari7525
    @aarthipari7525 Місяць тому +8

    Now I understand how my mom worked hard to make sure I eat my food inspite of all my naughty ways of avoiding food😂😂. And how happy she would feel as I finished one complete meal❤❤
    Iam so happy to see you drink milk dear phabeni. Stay healthy pls.we love u❤

  • @maha333g5
    @maha333g5 Місяць тому +15

    Come on little Phabeni... we are all rooting for you!!! I am praying twice a day for you little guy...get well!!! xoxoxo

  • @susanmorris5520
    @susanmorris5520 Місяць тому +14

    I just wanted to say to Stavros, congratulations and a job well done for keeping with Phabeni in making sure he has the whole milk bottle to the end. Your persistence definitely payed off and for that Sir, I give you congrats and respect too. You’re an awesome man and I know you were awesome with our sweet Khanysia when she was young too.👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️. I do still pray that little Phabeni will continue to get stronger and continues to take his bottles too. It is a good idea too for him to be with his Herd elephant family cause that is truly what he needs cause that is now what he knows too and he does however also has an adopted elephant mommy too who needs to nurture him and be with him too. Thank you for this video and Stavros, please keep up the awesome persistence work you do with Phabeni too. Hugs love and God’s blessings to you and all the elephants too. Sue M. Florida,USA 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻❤️🙏🥰😘🐘🌼🌸😎❌⭕️❌⭕️

  • @LibertySneeden
    @LibertySneeden Місяць тому +9

    I do enjoy the elephants trumpeting to let Phabeni know they missed him and are concerned when he leaves early.

  • @kiko7247
    @kiko7247 Місяць тому +11

    I love Stavros, he seems like a wise dad gently helping his son with determination and kindness. Thanks to each of HERD team and Dr Rogers. Paws crossed for little Phabeni

  • @debrahouston2884
    @debrahouston2884 Місяць тому +5

    What a BEAUTIFUL video of Setombe, Klaserie + others rushing over to check on Phabeni -- INCREDIBLE the depth of their bond!
    Stavros is a miracle worker gettung Phabeni to drink his entire 🍼! BRAVO to all!
    Sweet dream, Beni-boy!!!
    💕🐘 💞

  • @dowth3
    @dowth3 Місяць тому +319

    I shed a tear AND cheered watching him finish his bottle! THANK YOU so much for sharing this and for letting the herd settle him. Prayers continue! 🙏🏻💚🐘

    • @judithpederson2415
      @judithpederson2415 Місяць тому +16

      🎶Drink.Drink.🎵Drink.🎶 We need to play a few drinking songs for Phabeni! 😊

    • @bettesmith1117
      @bettesmith1117 Місяць тому +8

      Yes! I actually clap every time I see the bottle empty.

    • @anamas149
      @anamas149 Місяць тому +5

  • @Janyce62562
    @Janyce62562 Місяць тому +11

    Thank you stavros! You have a mountain of patience with the little bull🤗. I know Phabeni is kept in the orphanage for his safety because he’s so tiny; but I wonder if it is the source of his health issues. Little Phabeni doesn’t understand why he can’t be with his herd at night and it seems as tho he misses them😔 I guess I’m just worried because to date-Jabulani is the only orphaned bull to survive. I pray Phabeni becomes the 2nd baby bull, with Jabu to help grow this wonderful herd of Ellie’s 🥰 I know all those associated with HERD TRUST will do all they can to ensure this goal is achieved. Love to all of you!!!!!!!!!!💜🐘💜🐘💜

    • @allisontadeo8472
      @allisontadeo8472 Місяць тому +5

      I'll be worried for Phabeni until he turns 3 years old. I think about Shawu and Mopane when I watch Phabeni.

  • @lilijouppi8451
    @lilijouppi8451 Місяць тому +8

    It does my heart good to see little Phabeni taking his bottle. His carer is very patient and kind with him. Keep up the good work sweet boy!

  • @mchapman132
    @mchapman132 Місяць тому +63

    They know he belongs with them and they want him back. Their little family is incomplete without him. Prayers from the USA for that little bull. 💙🙏🏻🐘

  • @DreamsOfFinland
    @DreamsOfFinland Місяць тому +75

    this is how families ought to behave. They care, they protect each other. Just beautiful. I hope little guy is over whatever kept him from drinking his nutrients - he was chugging it! The workers are angels.

  • @kitc1031
    @kitc1031 Місяць тому +9

    Septembe was so sweet trumpeting & running to the fence "where's my son!" ❤❤

  • @laurelbozman6997
    @laurelbozman6997 Місяць тому +22

    They're saying "where's our baby"

  • @patricialease18
    @patricialease18 Місяць тому +55

    Setombe wants her baby ❤!

    • @jk-bw8gf
      @jk-bw8gf Місяць тому +14

      Maybe Phabeni could have his milk bottles with Setombe present.. She may already understand what is happening and help calm Phabeni in order for him to finish his milk.

    • @jk-bw8gf
      @jk-bw8gf Місяць тому +8

      Could you add some vitamized strained Marula to the milk? Maybe different elephant attractive flavours would encourage Phabeni to drink. Even chocolate syrup to his milk ( don't know if elephants are allergic to chocolate like dogs so need to check.). Try to find what he likes taste-wise. Sometimes milk substitutes taste awful so have to find a way to tempt this little one to take his fluids. Need to make it a positive experience for him.

    • @miri-818
      @miri-818 Місяць тому +4

      ​@@jk-bw8gf I really love your care for the little baby, it's beautiful. Phabeni is the sweetest baby ever!

  • @MSJMSJ1900
    @MSJMSJ1900 Місяць тому +6

    Setombe was worried sick. So many prayers for Phabeni.

  • @SuperBentley55
    @SuperBentley55 Місяць тому +9

    listen the gentle encouraging voice stavros uses to talk to him. that is so sweet

  • @The-Dom
    @The-Dom Місяць тому +5

    They all reach and sniff with their trunks. So touching. The infinite love of the herd.

  • @anneweller161
    @anneweller161 Місяць тому +29

    Phabeni is a typical child he wants to play some more you have to drink your bottles to keep you well

  • @ChubbyUnicorn
    @ChubbyUnicorn Місяць тому +22

    Awe little Phabeni! Your family didn't leave you, they come back and they love you very much. Get better little bull.

  • @seawavesnightstars9452
    @seawavesnightstars9452 Місяць тому +4

    Well done, Phabeni! 😍Well done, Starvos!😅 Well done, HERD team!🥰🐘❤❤❤

  • @RosaMartinez-cc2nb
    @RosaMartinez-cc2nb Місяць тому +52

    The way they ran to him 🥹

  • @CANM-hv4ki
    @CANM-hv4ki Місяць тому +8

    Their sense of family is so strong and their love for each other, especially for the little one, is so powerful. We know it is necessary for him to return to the orphanage for the night, but it does not make it any less painful seeing all their reactions, especially Phabeni's frustration with the separation and Setombe's obvious concern with her baby's absence. Thank you so much for all you do Adine and HERD, and especially Stavros' patience and persistence in making him drink his milk. I have faith God will bless all your efforts and works.❤🐘❤

  • @sweetlife7279
    @sweetlife7279 Місяць тому +4

    What a beautiful video ❤ I love you all 😍

  • @audreybunyan1493
    @audreybunyan1493 Місяць тому +30

    It’s so good to see him empty his bottle. It must be so difficult for the carers. Little Khanyisa was so good at taking hers. ❤❤❤❤

  • @bellablock5864
    @bellablock5864 Місяць тому +15

    That has to be the hardest thing for Adine and carers, the daily trembling when the little ones get sick. You would learn to stay calm and collected against all odds. I wish you all a lot of strength and all the best for little Phabeni. 🥰🙏

  • @janparish7895
    @janparish7895 Місяць тому +45

    When the Herd dash past their food to get to Phabeni, that tells you all you need to know about the Love they have for our Adored Warrier Baby. Bless You Adine
    and Stavros. Thank You for sharing this! 😊🙏👍🐘💙

    • @vivianaiacomelli3080
      @vivianaiacomelli3080 Місяць тому +7

      Noi umani dovremmo imparare molto da questi spettacolari, intelligenti animali.....MEDITIAMO GENTE DI TUTTO IL MONDO.

    • @janparish7895
      @janparish7895 Місяць тому +1

      @vivianaiacomelli3080 I'm sorry but can't translate this 🙏🏻

    • @susanfeneley
      @susanfeneley Місяць тому +1

      ​@@janparish7895 I find that when you're notified you have a reply, you can only get the translation by going to the original video. If there's another way, I'd love to learn about it. 😊

    • @janparish7895
      @janparish7895 Місяць тому

      @susanfeneley Will try, Thanks Susan! 🙏🏻

    • @janparish7895
      @janparish7895 Місяць тому +1

      ​@@susanfeneleyIt worked! Thank you! 😊🙏🏻

  • @suehancey8355
    @suehancey8355 Місяць тому +90

    A beautiful sight seeing the herd run toward the little soul, trumpeting, trunks raised. ❤ The best sight was him drinking his bottle. Hoping he keeps improving.💖

  • @melissaf.5898
    @melissaf.5898 Місяць тому +274

    So happy he finished his bottle. All the carers are so patient and kind. Thanks guys.

  • @wawwwa9542
    @wawwwa9542 Місяць тому +23

    Running to him ❤️

  • @terryheatwole6153
    @terryheatwole6153 Місяць тому +28

    Trumpeting, love comes running. 💋🫶

  • @juliesong4123
    @juliesong4123 Місяць тому +11

    Phabeni wants his family more than food, their bond is strong. Wish Setombe could tell him the more bottles you drink, the more we can be together . 💕

  • @txnana5459
    @txnana5459 Місяць тому +12

    Whew! What a relief to wake up to little Phabeni eating and looking much better since seeing the vet.

  • @sandesilva2733
    @sandesilva2733 Місяць тому +6

    Blessings to Phabeni, the Caretaker, and all at the awesome Sanctuary!
    🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @anneweller161
    @anneweller161 Місяць тому +35

    Hello I hear them they are beautiful

  • @6661505
    @6661505 Місяць тому +17

    THE INTERACTION WITH THE HERD IS HEARTWARMING . THIS LITTLE GUY IS LOVED BY ALL ❤️😊

  • @shell6927
    @shell6927 Місяць тому +22

    He's back to his feisty little self 🥰

  • @kari2030
    @kari2030 Місяць тому +5

    What a little stinker when Stavros was feeding him…his tiny little trunk flailing all over the place😄 Thank God he is such a little firecracker 🧨 I think that’s what’s keeping him going… along with the prayers from people all over the world🙏💖💖
    Adine and the entire crew at Herd are some of the hardest workers and the most caring, dedicated people I’ve ever seen🥹🤗🤗

  • @deborahnorthover5304
    @deborahnorthover5304 Місяць тому +35

    Well wishes sent to little Phabeni and thank you to everyone at HERD.

  • @lindaclark1406
    @lindaclark1406 Місяць тому +8

    I love hearing the trumpeting. Makes me feel that they are happy and excited. My thoughts and prayers each and every day. I know in my heart the team and Adine are doing all they can. God’s Blessings go with you. 🙏

  • @steventrompeter9883
    @steventrompeter9883 Місяць тому +35

    Stavros never gives up on Phabeni. So happy he finished the bottle. What a show by Setombe and family to greet him. 🐘😊

  • @renawright7054
    @renawright7054 Місяць тому +6

    I'm so happy that Phabeni is looking well happy once again, and Yes drinking his milk, and I love hearing them trumpets of the elephants Wow it's such a beautiful sound of love, and seeing the gentle giants come and see their little baby boy Wow, this is nothing but love people Love, I am so happy thank you, thank you from the other side of the world 😊

  • @sharonj.1240
    @sharonj.1240 Місяць тому +31

    Amazing watching all that power moving towards you....hoping Phabeni continues to take his bottles and get stronger. They knew something was missing and it was their baby. He does have a mind of his own!

  • @josephinemoreno3943
    @josephinemoreno3943 Місяць тому +35

    I am heartened to see Phobeni's improvement. One doesn't realize how fragile young elephants can be. Thank you to the carers, vets, and Adine for taking action quickly so that Phobeni did not decline further.

  • @culturenarrativeswitholalo7394
    @culturenarrativeswitholalo7394 Місяць тому +25

    Amazing moment when they sending him those powerful healing energies waving their trunks at him❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

  • @SusanJHay-ww2fk
    @SusanJHay-ww2fk Місяць тому +4

    It is absolutely wonderful to see Sweet Phaebini 🐘, getting stronger and healthier. He also, seems to be spunky and playful. Bless All of you. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️ 🐘🇨🇦🙋‍♀️🍁🙏🐘🙏🐘🙏🐘🙏🐘🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @judekeen6413
    @judekeen6413 Місяць тому +8

    So happy!

  • @frankveck7988
    @frankveck7988 Місяць тому +9

    1:00 This is right out of a Disney movie :-) You should have warned viewers that they would need some tissues! :-) Seriously: Elephants are such amazing creatures! Thanks for uploading, you made my day!

  • @dorothywestcott2408
    @dorothywestcott2408 Місяць тому +36

    It broke my heart to watch Phabeni 🐘 at the fence crying for his mama Setombe 🐘. Then Setombe 🐘 and some of the other elephants 🐘 come running and trumpeting to see her baby.😢
    I was so happy to see Phabeni 🐘 drink his whole bottle 🍼. Starvos you are so patient with him. Thank you all for loving this little bull 🐘. Phabeni 🐘 is so lucky to have such wonderful carers and an elephant 🐘 family who love him unconditionally.❤️🐘❤️

    • @vivianaiacomelli3080
      @vivianaiacomelli3080 Місяць тому +3

      Dear Dorothy hi, condivido pienamente il tuo pensiero. Buonanotte.

    • @dorothywestcott2408
      @dorothywestcott2408 Місяць тому +2

      @@vivianaiacomelli3080 thank you my friend. My heart broke 💔 watching Phabeni 🐘 cry out 😥and when some of the females came running to him. Have a lovely evening. 🤗🤗🌹🌹❤️🐘❤️

    • @vivianaiacomelli3080
      @vivianaiacomelli3080 Місяць тому +1

      Dear Dorothy, hai ragione, l'urlo di Phabeni era di dispiacere per essere diviso da mother Setombe,l'ho notato anch'io, hi Dorothy, benedizioni a te e famiglia.

    • @dorothywestcott2408
      @dorothywestcott2408 Місяць тому

      @@vivianaiacomelli3080 I know that was gut wrenching to hear him cry. Then to also see Setombe 🐘, Khaynisa 🐘, Klaserie 🐘, Limpopo 🐘, Timisa 🐘 and Tokwe 🐘 running to the fence and trumpeting was just so sad.
      Have a beautiful evening, to you and your family also.🤗🤗🤗❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @vivianaiacomelli3080
      @vivianaiacomelli3080 Місяць тому +1

      @@dorothywestcott2408 thanks you dear Dorothy kiss😘😘😚

  • @Pebenzhan
    @Pebenzhan Місяць тому +126

    So great to see Phabeni with lots of energy and being playful during his bottle. Amazing video showing the bonds of all the elephants with this little one and how much he is loved. Made my day. Thanks to the HERD crew for keeping us updated and making videos to appreciate them.

  • @PhoebeFayRuthLouise
    @PhoebeFayRuthLouise Місяць тому +58

    It brings me joy to see the kindness and love you have for the elephants!

  • @christine5557
    @christine5557 Місяць тому +7

    That little trunk is full of mischief…
    So relieved that he drank his milk ❤

  • @lene0nme123
    @lene0nme123 Місяць тому +28

    So glad our sweet boy drank all of his milk! ❤ Keep it up, Phabeni! We need you strong and healthy, little one.

  • @HettiedeKorteDiplomaat
    @HettiedeKorteDiplomaat Місяць тому +9

    It's not an easy task but it is so good to see him drinking the bottle. Touching the way the herd misses the baby. Beautiful. Thank you for all your hard work and care. And sharing it with us.❤

  • @bettesmith1117
    @bettesmith1117 Місяць тому +8

    I put on headphones to get the full impact of the trumpeting! AMAZING!! And then with them running to Phabeni... a spectacular scene and immensely heart warming. You have to get through this sweet boy.

  • @jolynnhill8502
    @jolynnhill8502 Місяць тому +6

    I feel the Herd is helping him to get better! I pray he keeps getting stronger and his elephant family is the key to that. I love the Herd!!!

  • @GuantanamoBayBarbie3
    @GuantanamoBayBarbie3 Місяць тому +16

    It's so sweet to watch and listen to the herd calling to him, and then the rush to comfort and reassure their baby boy. He couldn't be more loved! Thank you, HERD. ❤️

  • @janparish7895
    @janparish7895 Місяць тому +17

    Absolutely! Thank You Dear Stavros. 🙏😊🐘💙

  • @vaunniethayer1484
    @vaunniethayer1484 Місяць тому +8

    His elephant family are worried about him too. Sweet boy I hope he makes it. When I think about Khanyisa and all the hurdles she had to overcome and yet she made it.

  • @patricialease18
    @patricialease18 Місяць тому +8

    Phabeni likes to play with his bottle as he feeds 😂❤.

  • @neetawijegoonawardana1173
    @neetawijegoonawardana1173 Місяць тому +12

    Healing prayers and love, cute little Phabene ❤

  • @Bubblebloomer
    @Bubblebloomer Місяць тому +8

    Still praying for this little ellie that he gets better soon.

  • @shelaghdoran3221
    @shelaghdoran3221 Місяць тому +74

    Sending healing and love to Phabeni

  • @lynnell5993
    @lynnell5993 Місяць тому +14

    The music of the brass in the marching band trumpeting to the song "There's My Baby" as they rush onto the field. Gives me wonderful shivers.