I know my brain is weird when watching the view over the top of the feeder and I think Zamboni! The last thing you need is ice in the barn and sheep playing hockey.... 🏒🐑🥅

"we needed to separate" hahahaha been there.... i've found when you start talking or shouting at your computer or thinking about destroying it ...perhaps it's time for a coffee or a walk..... lol

I'm absolutely fascinated with these sheep. I've watched vlogs where they calmly stand watching you clean the pens using the big bucket. I've seen Kinsey licking their ears and they stand calmly letting her. All the things that I would expect them to react unfavourably towards, they take in their stride. Put a puddle in the barn and it freaks them out! 😁 Really enjoying the vlogs. You do so much work with your sheep, I sometimes wonder how you manage.

Sandi take a permanent marker and write the date you changed the oil filter on the filter! That way you will always know when it was last changed! Heck you should do this for all of your equipment! It’s quick and reliable record keeping! You can also write the mileage too! It’s not just sheep that will refuse to walk through a puddle! Try convincing a 1200# horse that it’s not going to swallow you whole! Have one that in his youth would walk right into a raging river no problem but the slow quiet stream must be balked at for at least 5 minutes before imitating a deer and jumping in! However once he was in you had to keep him moving or he would drench you! Funny thing is that we couldn’t have a stock tank as he would climb right in and take a bath!

Clarissa (excuse the spelling??) is amazing! You are lucky to have such a great helper.

Interesting about the wet floor... A lot of us know of the 23rd Psalm... but many don't know the significance of a particular passage... You talk about your sheep and water... How they don't trust what they see... Well the passage I'm referring to says... "He lead them beside the still waters"... Most people don't know that sheep are deathly afraid of fast moving water... like a stream... They can't relax... They're fearful... It's in their nature... That instinctive need to feel safe... In many ways we're the same... We need those "still waters" so we can relax and feel safe too... Just a thought... Love the videos!!

Your dog is a sweetie. Love that she is learning. My rescue puppy was Satan when I first got him. I finally learned yelling did nothing. He was motivated by lots of lovies and treats.

Your sheep love you....it’s so funny how they have to see what your doing....all the time. Those are beautiful young ewes. That puddle...danger stranger kind of danger😂😂😂

Sweeping with a broom will eliminate those shiny shallow sheep eating holes in concrete. Those same holes also have a tendency to swallow some horses whole. The struggle is real.

Sheep are smart: Bottomless pits of doom? Oh hell no!

Me: exhausted for you from watching all the ewes have cute babies You: getting ready to breed again You are a trooper. I am no farmer but after watching your videos I’ve been motivated to get things done around the house and run errands etc even feeling better to eat better and exercise. I’m watching your video while I fold laundry. Lol Thankewe for your videos 😉

Good morning Sandi, I'll add another reason to your list. The matriarch of the flock stops to eat ditch grass and the flock runs up a neighbor's driveway into her flower beds. Unhappy neighbor. We move pasture to pasture about every 4 to 6weeks. We put the guardian dogs out front ahead of the flock. The little dogs guide the flock forward out the gate. The matriarch is Myrtle and she has collar with sheep bell. She knows where we are going left right because she has done this hundreds of times. Once the girls get to the guardian dogs we release them with whistle. They know the routine too. Any way Myrtle stops to munch and everybody runs for the flower beds. We move the flock with four wheelers that we now carry orange snow fencing on and quick fence posts, to block driveways before we move anybody.

"What are you doing here?" Kinsey: "Um... You're here? An' I like you? 's'at ok?

You and Carissa make a good pair, such hard workers! She a gem you don't often find in her generation.

FOOD LADY. DID YOU SEE THIS LARGE NOPE-ZONE?! BAAAAAAA!

Hey Sandi did you catch that at :38 the year listed was 2019 probably because it is also vlog 219. Haha. I would be tempted to paint holes on the concrete (with watercolors) to see if you can herd them by holes. Lol. 😎

You need to do an ASMR video where you just set up a camera for like 20 mins recording the sheep. It's so lovely hearing them with the barn birds and watching the lambs jump around

So understand about husband & wife wallpaper jobs. I was thinking Mark could do a video on the feeder maintenance BUT then ... Nope. If anything you two made me chuckle as I could so relate with my late hubby (RIP Bri). Thank you Sandi and Mark 😊🐑🚜

Had to laugh at the ones going back and discussing the black hole. Sheep are so funny. Almost as much as my goats. I really enjoy your videos. Very informative and fun to watch.

totally addicted to your channel, just when i thought i had seen it all when it comes to ag i find this wonderful channel and Sandi of course is a star and doesn't even know it. Thank you for your time. :)

Date your filter with a sharpie when put a new one on.

Sometimes what happens with the recoil on the Honda's is that the end of the recoil spring that is in the center (it has a little bend on it that hooks to the recoil housing) breaks off. You can rewind the spring and it will work for a few pulls but with use or vibration the spring will unwind its self because it is not hooked up in the center. At this point you can do one of two things, 1, you can buy a new spring or 2, you can take a torch and heat the end of the spring orange red and bend a new "hook" and then reinsert the hook into the slot that will stop the spring from unwinding. Good luck.

Large animals have poor depth perception . They have trouble judging distance and how deep something is. They see things differently than we do. I feel your pain!

Your reasons for the sheep not moving made my kids really giggle this morning 😅😂 another good video 👌

Loving the model tractors on your office shelf 💚

I was thinking it may be a “hanging wallpaper” situation when you rolled the feed cart in and Mark appeared somewhat less than thrilled. I suppose we don’t always have to see all the details. ;-) I have a good idea on how that probably progressed anyway ... been down that road a few times myself. Thanks for sharing your life!

I was a parts guys for a John deere dealership where we also sold a lot of Honda parts and yes they have tons of those same pull starts that are just a tiny bit different then the next. When you find out which one you need just by 2-3 and have them on the shelf.

Wallpapering together.....or shopping....or driving....or reading a map.... it's inevitable and universal! LOL

Sandi - Thanks for helping me learn new things about the care of sheep today. As a pastor, there are places in Scripture where sheep are used as a teaching example about people, and boy is that true (I too have stories). Your sharing about them not liking puddles of water was very enlightening for me. I've used the idea of quiet water vs. rushing water in terms of what sheep like, but I didn't realize they shy away from puddles in general. The other thing I have begun to notice, is that sheep are a bit skittish (when you approach them), but they are also pretty curious, so they quickly come back if you hold still. Works that way with some people also. Thanks so much for all you do to share with us who know so little.

Check out Steve's Small Engine Saloon on YT. He has a good tutorial on how to fix the recoil rope and how to prevent it from continually happening.

It's so sweet that the sheep aren't really scared of you though, even if it makes moving them a pain.

It's all good we all get them days main thing at the end of the day yal hug & kiss and enjoy the evening together !! Be safe Sandi & Mark

G'day from Australia Sandi. Found your channel the other day and have found it really interesting to start learning how sheep farms work. You're doing a great job, keep it up!

That is an insane amount of sheep! I remember when we had 26 and I was the only one who knew them apart lol. When you can work hard on your own and do lots of 'un-girly' things sometimes your husband thinks you can do everything and then you suddenly remind him you can't, hence the annoyance. I know the feeling lol. I am enjoying your videos so much.

I spit my water out when you made the analogy of the husband and wife wall papering together. Too true. Lol

🤣🤣 Kinsey cracks me up! She's such a hoot. Watching her run along the wall totally distracted me from what you were doing with the sheep. I'll rewatch this one. Lol. I adopted a Border Collie from a rescue when she was 9 months old. Lost her at 16.5 years of age a couple of years ago. Miss that dog like crazy. Give Kinsey and your other one a hug for me.

horse stall shavings will soak all the water up quickly, then sweep it out of the way and the cement is dry.

Kinzie will be a wonderful working dog for you! She wants to help, you just have to tell her how ♥️😊

💜💜 love you guys !! You are blessed and loved by so many !

Thanks for the texts I thought they were stopping to get a drink. So funny. I also enjoy all the comments because I am learning about other things. Yours and Kenzie's training are going so well.

Great to see you using your dog for what she's absolutely dying to do. Direction commands are a good foundation to start . She's smart, and absolutely shines when she able to help. As far as the black hole, probably hard-wired from some type of water predator long ago. Or slipping in pools and no being able to get out. Love your channel Sandi ! Keep up the great work ! ❤️❤️❤️☕️☕️🇨🇦

I'm so happy for Kinsey. She's such a good girl.

Husband / Wife wallpapering LOL.so true.

They are hilarious!! “Look guys! It’s a puddle!! “ I missed Mark’s announcement about Australia. Where in Aus is he visiting? I live in central NSW. It’s SO DRY HERE ☹️ He will be shocked at how devastating the drought is.

Border collies are incredible dogs. I had one growing up she was so smart. Hard to train as a puppy....we said she had selective intelligence.... but she was incredible. I love watching your dog

Reminds me of when i did work alongside my husband(ex) I was always stressed out dkidn,t know how he would react, neer looked forward to asking him to do anything, I taught myself to do all those jobs, one day i didn't need him anymore! It took him 8 years to heal, I can't tell you how he feels i never wanted to set eyes on him again,but for the first time in 35 years I felt that feelin g just now!

My late father in law would have loved to sort sheep with the Gallagher, in the 90’s he was breeding 750 ewes, pure bred polled Dorset’s in the Wingham area.

Sandi, on all recoil start equipment try to get in the habit of taking short, choppy pulls when starting. This will cut down on broken springs and cords. I love your channel!!

Those sheep were Sooo funny avoiding the black hole! And turning around and playing follow the leader!! A very good laugh!! Thank you!! Yep, best to avoid husbands and fights when they are cranky like that!!

Pull Rope fixes on YT "Steve's Small Engine Saloon" video title "How To Tighten a Limp Starter Rope That Won't Retract" I fixed a lawnmower and a tiller with his vids. Love your videos too!

Yeah we had the same issue when our sheep got used to us. There was no way they would move. hehe best of luck

Haha our sheep have never “hit the breaks” but luckily we are able to keep ours on pasture year round.

Oops your intro still says 2019 😄 ..I wrote the wrong date at the office as well!

I love the intro with the cartoon you and a sheep. That would be an adorable doll with her sheep. That would be too cute. Plus put that cartoon of you and the sheep on merchandise. I really enjoy your videos. I love your sheep and it's hilarious with puddles of water

Hi again SANDI! Lol lol the WALLPAPER analogy!! Oh so true! But you two seem very patient and smart to such things and I'm sure you'll do just fine. Things are so much harder when you're both really tired so best to avoid those times for sure! Take good care of yourselves and a big hug goes a long way. Thx as always Sandi...

Since Mark does your equipment work so well you may not need this advice, but when I got to be 65 I had electric start put on my snow blower and my big grass mower. They still have have the pull cord if they die in the far corner of of my property but I decided old ladies need to pamper themselves a bit. You do have to plug them in but when it is 25 degrees below zero, USA the snow blower can be really difficult. If it stops later (Usually because I did not top off the gas ) it is warmed up and then will start on first pull. I do not consider you old but all the little bits of energy you can save you can use for more important things. like bottle babies and making videos and even taking care of yourself. Your energy and love of what you do are so much fun to watch, THANK YOU.

As a once sheep contractor. when running through the race mark the last sheep,run through and stop after the mark .you don't have to keep walking up and down . train you dog.

Of course they're not afraid of you, in fact I'll bet they love you! You have empathy and interest and want to know what they think. A guy (I know sounds sexist) would not care, would taze their butt and say "move your ass! I like your palpating hat btw. Kinsey is real smart. She wants to have a job and know how to please.

I love your black & white sheep dog. She works consistently. We have three yorkie’s. No they are not dogs. They are fluffy four legged tail wagged little baby princesses. Who are not spoiled. Sandi you are amazing. God bless you. Memau in Georgia

Kinsey almost falling off the ledge in the background XD

Amazing vid, learned a lot. I have 2 Border Collies(12 yo and 7 yo) and watching yours is a joy. My 7 yo would be great at this. BC's respond great to praise and you don't have to dwell when they err. Scold once and move on, they know.

Been looking forward for this video all day really enjoy watching your videos please keep them coming

i literally almost fell out of my seat reading the text and the roll of the eyes emoji at the end.... hahahaha classic

Sandi, If the feed cart hydraulics don't work well when cold, check the farm supply store for low temperature hydraulic oil. Snow plows use it. It flows at cold temperatures. My farm supply carries it.

you should put a distance counter on you and your pup to see how far you walk in a week. #eXhausting :)

I love your relationship with Mark!

Put a tag on your equipment and record it like a lamb...lol

I live in australia and right now bushfires are taking over. Hope Mark enjoys our lovely home

Cracking us up here that you’re wearing an A.I. Hat. Clearly showing a tech ‘arming’ a cow 😂😂😂

The speckled lambs are so darn cute...😍

Just scan tags again next meal time. To find untagged. Heads in troughs are markedly still. Any rain or snow you can spare would be appreciated thanks.

I finally know what to say to my husband... "pretend my _____ that I need your help with, is something that you need to use..." and if that doesn't work "pretend it's your truck" lol

I subscribed to you today since I've been finding myself watching your videos more and more lol. Kudos for being an awesome farmer! WHile I understand it must be tough at times; you are really doing an amazing job.

HAHAHAHA, you keep putting 2019 on your video captions! You must be very, very sleepy😂😂😂

Aw I know working with spouse can be difficult. Just take a deep breath and remember their frustration is not personal towards you, it's towards the fact they are having trouble figuring out the task in front of them

"Black hole is only for all black sheep"? I could watch them all day! Blessings

Lol your husband and wife thing reminds me of my mom and dad. They use to say washing windows together you'd think they were ready for divorce. They were so happy when my brother and I got old enough to do it.

Well, you have great experience to become a Elementary School Teacher. 🤷🏻‍♀️🤪

Hi Sandi! If I were you I would replace the oil filter on the feed cart maybe the next time you have to add oil? Just have a pan ready to catch the oil coming out.

15:27...You and Mark remind me of my dad and I...there’s a lot I don’t know and therefore there’s a lot of questions I ask...if I don’t understand something fully I ask weird questions which I feel annoys my dad because he gives me attitude then I cop an attitude and then it’s no longer an enjoyable experience which according to him was never meant to be...it warms my heart because I find it so relatable for whatever reason...my dad grew up helping his dad & grandpa on the ranch with their beef cattle...you kinda have to watch what they do ALL THE TIME to know what to do...but even then you could do the wrong thing at the wrong time...it’s a dance...a dance on eggshells...if my dad is in pain it really just adds to the father daughter bonding experience really...all love over here...I just had to comment because it’s so much like my dad and I when we try to do anything together...maybe we’re both control freaks 😅

Sandi & Mark are a great team!

Ughhh why are they like that? No patience’s sometimes 🤪🙄😂 I have been married 42 years, so I feel ya! 😜😄 Funny the sheep are more observant then I thought & curious too! They looked puzzled 🧩😆 The great chasm in the barn! 🤓😆

Only found your channel a few days ago, and I can’t stop watching! We have a few horses On a freinds farm who has cows, pigs, and sheep. In 2019 I was finally able to lamb my first sheep! Loving the videos! Xx

Get to the bay door.. beep beep! I just about spit my drink out! 😂😂

Horses often wont walk in puddles as well, I heard they avoid it because they cannot see how deep the water is / if there is a hole under the waters surface

I just love watching your sheep ,u take such good care of them ❤️

A great book Woman’s minds are like Spaghetti , Men’s minds are Waffles . You bringing in the food cart over filled Marks Waffle box at the moment 😁 . Always fun to watch one Sandi and Marks video 😁 ! Good puppy !

6:49 Dog: trying to slide in someone's dm's 😂 Super interesting video by the way! Keep up with the good work! ❤

Lol, I love your hat!!

You're a crazy eweing woman!! I enjoy watching your vids. Thank you.

TIM from Ontario Canada if you have any machines that are looking like this messy full of feed cobwebs and search other things in there... suggestions leaf blower wheel clean out pretty much anything... if you do this outside you will not have any mess to clean up on the inside... if it is possible to take everything outside make sure that you were using a leaf blower that has batteries these are charged... if you are using a leaf blower that runs off of extension cord make sure your cords are long enough to reach your equipment... you would be amazed at what a leaf blower can do in such little time.. this is mostly beneficial if you are using a grease gun this way your grease nipples are clean of debris...

Hi Sandi if you could get those red flags that are on a stick that the construction guys wave you through their road construction it would be a great help where moving the sheep and are closed in area like that. Additionally if you move them really quickly and kind of snapped them they make a loud flapping sound and the sheep or move away from them. We use Border Collies and flags and it helps if you’re not just pushing on the back ones just make a cut on some of the front ones and use your gates to make a small crowding area close to the shoot and then start work in that small group and remember Sheep follow Sheep so get some leaders cut off and then the bigger group should be easer to move to the chute area. I think you’re right Mark might have be just a touch grumpy when you asked him to leave what he was doing on the tractor to help with your project.

Kinsey's is ready for work !

great vlog again Sandi x

I LOL at ‘they think it’s a black hole.’ I don’t know why it tickled me so much as I know that water means more work for you. I total understand the husband/wife dynamic issue. My husband and I will be married 40 years this Nov. 2021. We rarely argue spending much of our time making each other laugh but certain projects being done TOGETHER, especially in my time frame when my husband had to be given a push by me when I know better...its let him get to it when he’s ready, is a bad idea.

Love the Creelman hat

It looks like that Mishima needs a good cleaning and a little TLC

Yeah puppy dog she’s figuring it out her job.... can’t wait for next breeding then more babies. Thank goodness for backup wand for ear tags and computers help you save time vs old days pen and paper style records! Poor feed cart being pain in the butt, and a deep clean. Love seeing those sweet little baby sheep

Good carry on with this good work keep it up sandi

Recommendation. With a magic marker write the date you changed an oil filter on the new filter. Saves asking Mark and you know for sure.