Posted on 03/23/2009 10:23:11 PM PDT by NormsRevenge
DENVER – A parrot that alerted his owner about a baby who was choking was recognized as a hero by the Red Cross. Willie the parrot was given the Animal Lifesaver Award during the "Breakfast of Champions" event attended by Gov. Bill Ritter and Mayor John Hickenlooper.
.. Willie repeatedly yelled "Mama, baby" when Howard went to the bathroom and the toddler started to choke on her breakfast.
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Barack Obama should get one it would warn him he’s killing the economy.
Was the kid choking on Wheaties?
Ah, a feel good story.
Animals can shock you with their intelligence. I have a cat that is *too* smart.
I’m quieting my fingers from daring to suggest what I think animals should do vis a vis OThuga.
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I love birds and animals in general. I find it amazing the bond that can be created betwen man and animal and the intelligence that some animals display. A nice story with a happy ending.
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