Woman Soliciting Donations for Her Turkey's Cataract Surgery

A woman from Massachusetts is currently seeking donations to help pay for her turkey's cataract surgery. Around Thanksgiving, she and her husband adopted two turkeys from a farm in Rhode Island.

One, a three-year-old turkey named Jerry, suffers from cataracts, which greatly impair his quality of life. Jerry cannot eat without assistance, and he is unable to fly with Penelope, the other turkey purchased by the woman.

The woman has posted an ad on Craigslist in an attempt to raise money for this expensive surgery, which will run approximately $2,600. She is hoping fellow pet lovers will come to her aid so that Jerry can have the life he deserves. The woman runs a farm in Rehoboth, Massachusetts that cares for animals with health problems.

While far less common than human cataract surgery, there have been several instances where other animals have undergone this procedure. Often, it has been successful, helping these animals lead a healthier, happier life. If you are in the giving spirit this holiday season and want to make a difference in the life of a turkey, you can look for this woman's ad on Craigslist to find additional information on how to donate to the cause.