On Monday, November 20, an animal sanctuary in California shared a lovely video of some of their feathered residents. In the clip, The Gentle Barn brings a huge tray full of delicious treats to the turkeys in the barnyard to conduct a truly epic taste test.
After some serious collaboration, the turkeys then select their favorite of the treats, which will be served to them on Thanksgiving by their staff. This tradition is beyond awesome!
@thegentlebarn Every year we present the turkeys with a sample platter of foods, from bite-sized pumpkin pie to grapes, popcorn, blueberries, kale, and more ahead of the holidays. Along with our friends from @pacificabeauty, we let them choose what they’ll be served by our guests during our celebration of turkeys on Thanksgiving. This year, the vote was unanimous! Watch to see what they chose 🦃
Oh my goodness, how wonderful! While each of the snacks were enjoyed by some of the rescue turkeys, every single one of these beautiful birds loved the corn—it was a hit in this flock! They just couldn’t get enough of the sweet kernels.
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This taste test was not only a fun and yummy activity to do with their birds; it determined what the flock would be fed by The Gentle Barn volunteers on Thanksgiving in order to celebrate the lovely species that encounters significant hardships surrounding this holiday.
Opting for plant-based alternatives helps reduce the demand for the industrial farming of animals, which often involves crowded and stressful conditions. By embracing cruelty-free options, individuals contribute to a more ethical and sustainable food system, sparing countless animals from the hardships of factory farming. It aligns with the spirit of gratitude and empathy, promoting a Thanksgiving celebration that reflects kindness towards all living beings!
People in the comments loved that the sanctuary was taking the opportunity to spoil these animals. “OMG, how cute! Animals deserve food and presents on holidays, too!” said TikTok user @april.vega3.
Other viewers, such as @fitness_newbie2o, thought this lovely tasting tray was reminiscent of a human holiday tradition. “Aww, it’s a charcuterie board for the birds!” she commented.
There’s nothing better than seeing sweet rescue animals being spoiled and pampered by these kind humans. These turkeys and their friends deserve nothing but the best!
