The best update! The Egyptian Goose on the loose who found himself trapped on the N2 after being struck by a car has not only made a full recovery; he’s also been returned with his goose partner back home. All this, thanks to an animal inspector who trusted her gut.
Somerset West, South Africa (31 January 2025) — Earlier this week, we shared the story of an Egyptian Goose who found himself on the loose and in the thick of quite the ordeal on the N2.
After sadly being struck by a car, the lucky goose managed to avoid any further collisions while the Animal Welfare Society of SA’s Trainee Inspector Crystal Fester pulled a Tom Cruise and embarked on a quick-thinking, fast-acting mission to rescue the goose from the highway havoc. It was by chance and good fortune that the Animal Welfare Society team were nearby.
The team have since shared an update on the goose’s recovery. Spoiler alert: this one has a very happy ending.
Not only has the goose made a full recovery, he has also made his way home to Poinsettia Dam in Somerset West where his goose partner couldn’t have been happier to have him back on the water following grief over his absence. This reunion and return was all thanks to Crystal once again!
Says the Animal Welfare Society:
“This fairytale ending is a tribute to his rescuer Trainee Inspector Crystal Fester who had an inkling that he’s home was Poinsettia Dam in Somerset West.”
The team added that the release was met with bouts of “hisses and hoots” from the happy-ever-after couple, which was music to the ears of those who made this happy ending and reunion possible.
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