Residents of an elderly care facility were treated to a visit from pygmy goats. The hearts of those they met as part of a festive tour have been stolen by baby goats. The goats were even requested to be kept as Christmas gifts by some of the older people.
Elderly Care Home Residents Enjoy Christmas Cuddles With Baby Goats
By
Haider Ali in
Cute
On 21st December 2021
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The six animals sat on the laps of elderly people who lavished them with care and cuddles.
During their visit last week in Bocking, Essex, some three-week-old goats were wrapped in little blankets to keep them warm.
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Joan Green, 95, said: ‘They are wonderful, they were so warm and cuddly.’
‘I wanted to keep one, I would love one for Christmas!’
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Kathleen Stubbs, 83, added: ‘I thought the little goats were lovely – absolutely beautiful.’
Blackwater Alpacas and Pygmy Goats in Braintree, Essex, provided the goats.
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'Our residents and crew adored the chance to cuddle the goats,' said Julia Clinton, CEO.
‘They were so gentle and friendly. It brought some Christmas joy.’
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