Vet patiently gains Bald Eagle’s trust so she lean learn to fly again
Apex predators, such as lions, tigers, killer whales, sharks, bears, and eagles, are at the top of the food chain and are known for their strength and ferocity.
These animals are so formidable that even humans usually avoid coming into close contact with them.
However, there is at least one person who does not seem to be intimidated by these powerful creatures.
Meet Dr. Cliff Redford, also known as Dr. Cliff Worldwide Vet.
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He is the owner and operator of Wellington Veterinary Hospital, where he has extensive experience as a veterinarian.
In addition to running the hospital, Dr. Redford is a media personality and animal rights advocate.
When a bald eagle was injured, Dr. Redford put aside his fears and provided the apex predator with assistance.
Dr. Cliff Redford, also known as Dr. Cliff Worldwide Vet, is a hero in this case.
A few months ago, an injured bald eagle was brought to his clinic at Wellington Vet Hospital.
Bald eagles are impressive birds, both in size and presence.
Although he is an experienced veterinarian, Dr. Cliff admitted that this was his first time treating a bird of this size.
However, he was determined to help the eagle, who had no other options for treatment.
Even the mighty bald eagle can fall and need help from humans sometimes.
Even the mighty bald eagle can fall and need help from humans sometimes. When an injured bald eagle was brought to him, Dr. Cliff saw it as an opportunity to save the national bird of the United States.
The eagle had been accidentally shot by duck hunters, resulting in a broken wing bone that had pushed through the skin. Dr. Cliff was unhesitant in taking on the challenge of treating the eagle.
Dr. Cliff knew that he was the eagle’s only chance of regaining its ability to soar again, so he and his team immediately began surgery to repair the broken wing.
They did not waste any time in order to give the eagle the best chance at a full recovery.
The surgery went smoothly, and it was only a matter of time before the bald eagle, whom they named “Wolf,” fully recovered.
After her surgery, Wolf was transported to Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge, a rehabilitation facility in Ontario, Canada.
According to Dr. Cliff, the eagle’s journey to recovery was “fun,” which he described as challenging.
In addition to treating the wound, Dr. Cliff and his team performed muscle and bone therapy on Wolf regularly to help her recover more quickly.
They also conducted “test flights” to ensure that Wolf would be able to fly without any issues once she was released back into the wild.
Eventually, Dr. Cliff received a call that Wolf was completely ready to be set free.
As an apex predator, Wolf was not interested in being confined to a cage and was eager to soar again.
Everyone was excited to see the completely healed bald eagle, named Wolf, spread her wings again and be released at the Niagara River.
As he examined her one last time before letting her go, Wolf gave Dr. Cliff a surprise nip on the finger. Dr. Cliff immediately exclaimed “I deserved it!” and took it as a good sign that Wolf was ready to be released.
The kind veterinarian who had saved her was pleased to see the eagle fully recovered and ready to return to the wild.
Finally, Wolf took flight. It was a breathtaking sight to see her giant wings and flying posture.
Dr. Cliff, who had given Wolf the opportunity to be mighty and free again, said, “With a few flaps, she was up in the high blue yonder, soaring around, and there was almost a tear to my eye.
It was a pretty magical moment.”
You can see Dr. Cliff helping Wolf regain her strength and return to the wild in the video below!
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Source: YouTube – The Dodo, Dr. Cliff Worldwide Vet Wikipedia – Bald Eagle