Farm animals like cows are all-too-often mistreated. Thankfully, though, there are many wonderful places that provide sanctuary to farm animals. The Gentle Barn Sanctuary in California is one of those places.
A cow named Maybelle was brought to this sanctuary. The cow was rescued from a dairy farm, and rescuers thought Maybelle would be thrilled to have so much space to explore.
But Maybelle seemed distressed, and she wouldn’t stop crying out.
For days, her rescuers couldn’t figure out what was making her so upset. Surely she didn’t miss the farm where she had been living, a place where she had to work constantly.
But when the rescuers noticed her udders were full, they realized what was going on.
It became clear that she had recently had a baby, and the little calf had tragically been left behind at the previous farm.
“In my experience, with all the cows we have taken into the Gentle Barn, the only reason they ever cry like that is because they’re looking for a baby.” – Ellie Laks
Her rescuers immediately got in contact with her old owners to see if there was a newborn calf left behind.
They could have simply called, but one of the people at The Gentle Barn went a step further and went straight to the dairy farm to investigate himself.
The owner of the dairy farm was cooperative and agreed to let the rescuer bring the baby calf away with him.
“I hope this brings joy to your family.” – the dairy farmer
Still not entirely sure that the calf he had in the trailer was the right one, the rescuer took a chance and hoped he could reunite mother and son.
The entire time he was on his mission to bring the baby home, Maybelle never stopped crying out for her calf. She never gave up hope!
The moment that the calf arrived at the Gentle Barn, everyone was eager to see what happened. But before the car even stopped, Maybelle was still crying out for her baby, and the baby started calling back.
Maybelle rushed toward the trailer while the two of them continued to call back and forth.
We might not understand what they’re saying, but the sentiment is clear. The little one came trotting straight out of the shipping box and toward his mom.
Their reunion is enough to bring tears to your eyes. You can see all is right in Maybelle’s world again.
Cows are separated from their mothers frequently, and most never get the chance to find each other again.
No matter what the species, babies should always be able to stay with their mothers. I can’t think of anything more heartbreaking. You can donate to the amazing efforts of the Gentle Barn by clicking here.
And Maybelle and her baby are not the only amazing rescue story! The team has rescued dozens of cows, and they always update their Facebook page to keep the public up to date on the well-being of the rescues. The work they’re doing is amazing.
We’re so glad Maybelle and her baby are back together where they belong. It’s so wonderful to watch them get to interact and simply enjoy their freedom.
Check out the beautiful reunion in the video below!
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