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aww@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 year ago

Researchers in Alaska rescued a walrus too young to be away from his mother. Now, his treatment plan includes 24/7 care and cuddles.

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Researchers in Alaska rescued a walrus too young to be away from his mother. Now, his treatment plan includes 24/7 care and cuddles.

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aww@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 year ago

The young walrus found in northern Alaska has been prescribed near-constant cuddles from staff to simulate maternal closeness.

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I mean… that’d be freaking hilarious. I kinda do want that. Even if I do get why it’s not necessarily a good thing…

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