Debrief 3

Send us Fan MailIn this Weekly Debrief episode of Cheat Codes — Show Stock Edition, Tom shares another real-time update from the barn — the wins, setbacks, and lessons that come with learning livestock management alongside family.This episode revisits a previous situation involving a ewe with a prolapse, walking through the treatment decisions, a follow-up vet visit, and the outcome after getting the issue corrected. It’s a practical look at navigating unfamiliar territory, learning as you go, and adjusting when things don’t go perfectly the first time.Tom also discusses the unexpected loss of Sterling, the Highland steer that was being fed out for the freezer. What began as a routine feeding plan turned into a veterinary investigation, an early trip to the locker, and ultimately the discovery of a ruptured kidney that made the meat unusable. The conversation reflects on risk, emotional reality, financial decisions, and the unpredictable nature of working with animals.As always, this debrief isn’t about presenting expertise — it’s about documenting the journey, sharing honest experiences, and letting others follow along as lessons unfold in real time.