Sarasota News Leader

04/26/2013

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Sarasota News Leader April 26, 2013 Jessi tossed fish to Charlie, who ate them greedily, luring him closer to her. When Charlie was within capture range, Jan tossed a fish secured on a hookless fishing line. Charlie went after the bait as Jan reeled it in. Before Charlie could make good his catch, Jessi tackled him, carefully securing his beak and legs. Jan quickly clipped the fishing line from Charlie's feet and legs and then helped Jessi carefully place Charlie in a travel case for a large pet, which they put in the back of Jessi's SUV. Once secured in the travel case, Charlie fell asleep. Page 92 cient rest, he should make a full recovery. This prognosis was subsequently confirmed by one of the Center's veterinarians, who examined Charlie. Jessi and Jan's cursory inspection of Charlie Once Charlie's convalescence was complete, upon capture led them to say that with proper the veterinarian said, he would be returned medical attention, regular feedings and suffi- to south Siesta Key to resume his normal life. Charlie's condition requires professional veterinary attention and convalescent time.

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