Weaning the 2023 Foals! 

Penelope looked l like at tge end "YOU PUT ME IN HERE WITH THESE INFANTS, AND THEY ARE BOYS!!"

Petey was like why r u sticking me in her with this animal

Ok everyone saying she needs to consider a different method doesn’t know her or what she’s tried. I know plenty of horses who’ve been weaned cold turkey (I own a mare who I guarantee was weaned that way) and she’s just fine. I will agree some foals are better off than others and will react better than others. There are so many factors that should be considered, colts can breed back to their dams, mares can loose weight, mare may not be producing enough milk, the foal may be stealing all the dams hay, etc. I have a foal that my vet said to wean at 3 months if my mare wasn’t gain and retaining weight because of her health. Vets won’t geld colts until a minimum of 6 months old but if you have a 3-4 month old Colt mounting his mare constantly there could be the possibility of him breeding his mare (which is a disaster waiting to happen genetically). Criticizing someone based off of another RU-vidr (who as far as I know has never bred a mare or bought a mare and foal combo) isn’t fair. You don’t know what conversations she’s had with her vet about weaning so you can’t judge. When I asked my vet about weaning my Colt he never suggested a method just a time period. My suggestion is to stick to your own business, educate yourself, and talk with your vet if your trying to wean a foal. Judging someone based of a 1-30 minute video isn’t fair. Do your own research and let others be. Harassing and repeating information (without doing your own thorough research and being able to provide said person with the research) will not make someone change if they don’t want to.

Fin wants his momma and making Petey nervous. He was like I don't wanna go in the stall with this crazy horse. Bless their hearts. Penelope is sure the boss.

Peter is my favorite this year. I think he's going to make someone a great horse. Mild mannered and slow and kind.

Winston...what a guy!!!

My mom always used the Farmers Almanac when gelding.

Everybody is saying this is so stressful on them. They don’t look at all stressed. Once all the foals were together, they looked as happy as can be. And we didn’t see as much of the moms but they didn’t seem bad either, from what we saw.

You are living the exact life I would have if it would have been possible! We had horses and babies all my life at home with my parents and I had a few horses after I married, but this is heaven to me! I love living vicariously through your daily life ! You are so blessed sweet girl and I know you know that! Your content makes me so happy on a daily basis!! ❤️❤️🐴 🐷 🐐 🫏 🐮

Bo lookin at Fin like "dude calm down its not that bad"

I never knew mini cows could move that fast on those little legs. Great zoomies ladies. ♥️😁

17:01 her peeing forever!!😂 I laughed out loud. Thanks for sharing!!

Trudy makes some majestic offspring! I forget her bloodline. I'll have to go back and look unless someone remembers?

Ummmmmmm we don’t show hate about puppies being taken from their mamas at 8 weeks. And they cry and cry for days. I’m pretty sure you know what’s right for your horses. So everyone else, you can mind ya business.

Winston is there for the drama

Petey said "nuh-uh he crazy"

Petunia won’t get up, but you only use Poppy’s full Government Name😂😂

The boys have matching stars omg

6:30 the foals were coming through the stall window and going nuts? I mean..

Penelope is gorgeous!!!

Loved this video! I don’t think I have ever seen Winston so mobile. I think he knew the camera was rolling. A real ham! 🤣🤣🤣Getting to see all your beauty horses, cute mimi cows and goats all in one video was wonderful. Can’t wait for the next!

Winston is the main character!!!

Next Stop, Cross Tie Class

I couldn't help myself but I love Winston ❤️

I think the way and time that the weaning with these foals was perfect, I always wean my foals ar 4-5 months, and they are much better to work with and the moms need to have their time back.

Maybe another method would be less traumatic for the mares and foals?

Dude this is actually so sad poor finn this seems so mentally damaging to just rip their moms away

Winston just kills me.

😂 Petunia aka Speed Bump

Aww, they’re so precious! ❤️ It’s just like a first day of school for the little ones, especially since they’re being weaned in September 🐎💖✨

I ❤ Bo!

Petey was like I am not going in there with that crazy boy😂😂

I’ve watched other breeders use this weaning technique and it always seems to work well. It always helps to have a buddy

The worst way to wean foals they much less stressful and kinder ways than this. Poor things.

I think they're saying there's no way in hell we share the same mother

I love how well you do this. Seeing a barn do it poorly and then seeing how well you care for your horses. Ignore the people that are jerks. Love seeing how much you care.

Winston twerking was peak video gold. Second was Phin going batshit because you dared try to take his mama away. I swear it’s like the boys are the ones who are codependent with their mamas lol.

He’s gonna throw a fit😂 his color is so pretty, I know nothing about horses 🫣

Omg I LUV THIS BEAUTIFUL WOMAN

You need apple trees so that way you'll have apples for the horses

I can't believe what a stinker Finn is.....he's a bit spicy, that one 🤭😜 I can't believe how he attacked you 😳

Those babies are so precious ❤❤❤Looks weaning went pretty well 😊Poppy & Petunia are such spunky babies and don’t seemed at all bothered by the goats 🐐 😊

Please can you explain the Farmers Almanac?? xx

just curious why do u stall ur horses?

Penelope is sooo gorgeous ❣️❣️❣️The boys are beautiful too❣️

My favorite so far with Winston butt scratches and mini cows races!!😂😂❤️❤️

I have a question could a mom or baby ever die from b ing to stressed about weaning

Ok this may be a stupid question but are mane and tails of horses, is the reasoning behind some of why some have shorter or longer mane's and tails a genetic thing, like passed down from mare to foal? Is it a breed of horse thing? Or a combination of both?

Seeing poppy n petunia run reminded me of step brothers when they had their own room n they were like now we have so much room to exercise 😂 ❤

❤❤im new to your channel and so happy 🎉i found you!!❤❤ I really love your content 💕 You are a really great teacher, very clear and extremely easy to understand ❤ Your very well spoken, charming and beautiful ❤ thank you for sharing your beautiful animals ❤️ 😊

Omg how small are these cows😂. Are highlanders? This looks like a start of a mini zoo 😂. I hope your partner is prepared for your next tiny animal 😂.

Petey says nope hes crazy im mot going in there

Petunia is beaty and is grace 😂😂😂

I have never seen Poppy and Petunia move so fast, too funny!

Plant two apple trees

Appreciate all you do! I've learned so much thank you! Hi Winston!!!

I ABSOLUTELY Know Nothing……But WHY….WHY can’t those Little Babies Stay with their Moms…..What Difference dose it Make…. You said that Little Boy was a MAMAS Boy……He will be so Heartbroken 💔 and Probably his Mother also….Watching this made me so Never’s Worried they might not like each other…..But U are the Professional…. I just Found U and think U are the Most BEAUTIFUL Young Lady with so Many Talents……To hear U Sing 🎤 Is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL… Seeing All of Your Animals make me Laugh & Smile U are so WONDERFUL to your Animal Family and that Husband is a real Treasure… Thank You for Sharing Your Life with Us…. Watching from Virginia 🌹

11:42 Penelope is huge, compared to the boys, Finn & Peter. Gorgeous but big girl❤

Thank you for sharing, you are a great narrator 😊they are all so adorable but that Winston is so chilled and cute.

Petey was like, "Man! I don't want to go in there with that crazy kid!"

I hope you'll be able to watch Raleigh's video with an open mind. You seem like a lovely person, and could update some of your practices based on more current scientific information.

I think that’s the first time we’ve ever heard Mrs. Katie curse! 😮 warranted yes but I love the babies ❤

I think u scared the pee out of poppy..haha..

Love that Winston ❤

For those who have no clue. Me. Why do goats faint?? I can google it. But. This is so fun watching

Great job! Always go by the signs!😊❤

Some day i hope to be a horse girl just like you and im so grateful for the videos you do! Thank you for showing what its like and making me feel like im part of the group! ❤

I don’t think Petey likes Finn! Penelope is amazing.

What is Petunia’s middle name???? I love that Poppy’s is Elizabeth

Winston!!!

I love Winston’s cameos lol also the guy who helps you with the horses in the video is amazing! He’s so in control and calm with the horses

Please let it be mini donkey

Which Farmers Almanac? There are literally 2 different ones.

Katy I absolutely love your laugh/giggle.. Also your mini farm is my life goal! 😍

Im guessing either a camelid OR an ostrich!

Can I come to the KVS mini petting zoo. 😂

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Please PLEASE do your research. This is the absolute WORST thing you can do to foals. Pre-emptively giving them ulcer meds 👀😱 I know this is how things have been done on your farm for decades but please consider breaking this abusive cycle. You seem like a very sweet person who cares for the horses. There are so many studies out there that show how bad this is. It causes not only serious mental distress and damage but can also lead to injuries. Science backed proof this is horrible for foals. I worked for on a farm that was passed down through generations and the granddaughter had so many arguments with parents and grandparents because she believed certain things they were doing were cruel. I know this is how you were taught so please reconsider. That’s all. Much love and respect

How can I ask her a question.

What happened to the donkey did you get any baby out of them

Why not let them stay with their mother until they naturally wean? I’m trying to understand why they’re subjected to such stress that it requires medical intervention. I’m not familiar with breeders who separate foals from their mothers in such a traumatic manner. No offense intended I’m genuinely trying to understand.

Katie thank you so much for even letting people know about your Journey with all your beautiful animals and you keep doing what you doing everyone with half brain knows that you love your animals and you know exactly how to handle them so don’t worry about the naysayers

Try being over Weezy in there to show them who’s boss

I worry when I see you coil ropes around your hands. I have a friend that had her fingers pulled off when a horse pulled backward suddenly.

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Virgil Van Dijk

Nahhhh, we good right here, mama! 😆

That is fucked up!

You beautiful ❤

I'm very new watching, are the boys/colts twins? I'm guessing they are since they have the same momma. Interesting.

Why don't you do a slow wean process in a pasture? I know Phin's mom can't go out so maybe the cold turkey way is the only way. Just seems so stressful on them and moms as well as you.

This might have been answered but who named Phineas and Petey? And how did you come to those name?

I think this is hilarious. Come on y’all. Chill. I have three kids and I let them cry themselves to sleep at the right age. This is the same thing but horses. The horses are fine. My kids… were fine. The youngest just turned 16. Ask me if they remember any of that crap? No. It may be traumatic for you watching but these horses aren’t going to remember anything.

Thank you so much for making these vlogs! So interesting ❤

You need a video properly introducing Maggie! I am already in love with her from Facebook

OMG! From the weaning video I saw on fb it looked like there was no issue at all! Loved to see more of trying to get them into the stall. I also love the where’s my momma but also who dis? 🤣🤣

I loved this video Katy, I laughed so much between the animals & you.! Oh My!!!

I wish I knew if there was a clapping hand emoji because you deserve a lot of round of applause from everybody who watches these videos for the awesome care that you do for all of your animals that you take care of!!!!!

Great job! Cant stand all fhe people who think its thwir job to twll you how to do what you've been doing for generations. The irritation i feel.... Half of the people commenting their opinions didn't seem to even watch ghe video. Making comments that make it clear they weren't paying attention to this video at all.... Kts ridiculous. There is no oerfect method. If this works for yall then thats the end kf that! Keep doing what your doing. So many of us follow and watch. We see how much you live your animals! Do t let the hate gwt you down!

please try a less psychologically traumatic weaning method in the future... you have a large pasture the mums and foals could have been in for FIRST introduction rather than the foals stuffed in a small space - that stall. Bring in a nursing mare to the paddock and let them wean off their mums for WEEKS this is truly traumatic and many studies can back this is one of if not the worst methods for weaning. My family has been breeding Friesans and ASH for many years and from my experiences and the research I've done. I could never morally do the cold turkey method AS WELL as you know damn well how poorly the foals can take this. As well as the mamas. Truly I love your channel but I hope next year you do a more nurturing method for your foals. The matter that you know foals take it so poorly and you try to make it as easy as possible - try a different and kinder method on both parties for mums and the foals. Also- Phin is not being dramatic nor would he be. You just took his mother away of course he's going to be distressed. Psychologically humans have had a similar reaction to these things. for a very OVER the top but very relevant part of history is the Australian stolen generation. Psychologically they have similar reactions if you compare foal reactions to human children growing up with the psychological damage of just being ripped away from your mother. Truly no hate by this comment BUT I feel sick watching this and the way you spoke of the foals 'overreacting' this is hopefully the most traumatic thing that will ever happen to them in their lifetime. @katievanslykelife