‘Turkey Whisperer’ Ellie Laks
Let’s Speak Turkey …
How Do We Get Them All Pardoned???
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Turkeys should not want a pardon since they don’t seem to be criminals … however, possibly in the future the president will pardon all of them — so hopes a outstanding animal activist.
Ellie Laks — founding father of The Light Barn, a basis that promotes the humane therapy of animals — joined us on “TMZ Live” to debate turkeys … together with the annual custom of the Commander in Chief letting two turkeys reside as thousands and thousands of others grow to be the principle course on Thanksgiving.
Laks — recognized in some circles as a “Turkey Whisperer” of types — says it breaks her coronary heart that so many turkeys are killed annually … rolling her eyes on the gimmick the place POTUS points the pardon.
Turkeys are “innocent, and they’re pure and they’re beautiful,” Laks argues … and, she’s simply ready on the day when the prez decides to pardon all of the turkeys earlier than they’re killed for a Thanksgiving feast.
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Ellie says turkeys are so affectionate and may help heal folks … the truth is, The Light Barn has a program the place these turkeys will come and sit within the laps of individuals as a type of remedy — like equine remedy however with the humorous little birds.
Whereas some could surprise if birds will be as affectionate as a canine or cat, Laks says birds see people as household after they belief them … and, the feminine turkeys she takes care of will even ask for cuddles!
We additionally requested Laks concerning the youthful technology scorning turkey and meat extra typically for vegan and vegetarian choices … watch the clip all over … seems like Ellie thinks they’re making an enormous distinction within the meat-obsessed tradition.
Backside line … Ellie Laks is hoping the world may cease consuming the chook ultimately … even when society’s not giving up on it chilly turkey this yr.
