Local Turkey Named โฃthomas on the Mend After Dog Attack
A two-year-old โturkey named Thomas is recovering following an attack by a dog,demonstrating โขan unusual bond with his human family adn capturing the hearts ofโ neighbors. The incident has highlighted the growing trend of unconventional pets and the deep connectionsโข people form with animals of all kinds.
Cara โฃZellers and her family consider Thomas aโข full member of their household. He’s known for greeting them at theโค door upon their return and even assisting a neighbor with motorcycle repairs. Now, the โคfamily is focused on his recovery, with several treatments still scheduled.
“He’s a really sweet animal,” said Raghu, a neighbor familiar โคwith Thomas.
Zellers described Thomas as anโ integral part of theirโ lives, noting his unique habit of waiting for their arrival and his surprising interest in mechanics. “He’s โjust a part of our family. He waits for us at the โdoor โwhen we come home. Our neighbor works on motorcycles, and Thomas will go over and work on motorcycles with our neighbor,” she explained.
The family is looking forward to taking Thomas to Bass โฃPro Shops for a visit with Santa as he continues to heal.
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