Turkeys at Gentle Barn Offer Comfort, Therapy

At The Gentle Barn in Christiana, Tennessee, a blind turkey named Smudge finds solace in a visitors arms, highlighting the therapeutic value of these often-misunderstood birds. Founder Ellie Laks shares how the farm rehabilitates rescued animals, including a turkey receiving acupuncture and a goat using a custom wheelchair. The farms turkey therapy programs, available year-round and on Thanksgiving, offer an alternative way to celebrate the holiday and help heal those who have experienced trauma. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.