Jim and Linda Sautner have a mammoth responsibility as pet owners. They own a very rare pet... They don't own a lion, a tiger or a bear. No way. That's small stuff.
They own a bison (buffalo). A 1600 pound bison to be exact (at last weighing).
Actually, it is likely the WORLD'S LARGEST HOUSE-PET.
And if you thinks that's a load of a pet, this little toddler is barely 2 years old and still growing!
The Sautners have raised "little Bailey Jr." since he was mere weeks old. When you see them interacting with Bailey Jr. in and around their house (oh yes, he goes in their house!) Bailey Jr's "cuddly" demeanor will have you wondering if Bailey Jr isn't part pet dog after all.
Officially, Bailey Jr. has become the Ambassador the Bison Association in his home province of Alberta, Canada and he's become quite the local celebrity around Alberta, making various PR appearances. However, the Sautners have far reaching ambitions for Bailey Jr. They would like to take him to exotic places like the Great Wall of China. The great (and so far unbroken) wall of china that is their china cabinet just doesn't cut it!.
Before you go out and look for a bison at your local pet shop though, know that Jim Sautner is what is called a "buffalo whisperer." It is through his rare connection with this animal and his very patient but focused training practices that he has been able to raise a bison as a pet. DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME!
Produced by
Percy von Lipinski & Tracy Bymoen
Stitching and Stuffing for a Cause
Staying in a shelter can be an uncomfortable, cold and lonely time whether you are a human or an animal. But thanks to a group of dedicated volunteers who meet monthly in Carlsbad, animals awaiting new homes get a bed to call their own.
The organization Kennel Comforters (kennelcomforters.com) has more than 25 regular volunteers, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and has donated more than 6,500 dog and cat beds to 14 shelters all over San Diego County. But more beds are needed and so are more volunteers.
Watch the video to see how to help or go to carlsbad.patch.com for more info.
Credits-
Ann Zevely- videographer/editor
Deanne Goodman - reporter/producer
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