THE SAGACIOUS GOOSE
An instance of the sagacity of a goose is reported from Bath, England. The bird accompanies its owner whenever he goes for short walks in the fields near his home.
Peter, as the goose is called—though of the feminine gender—stands by her owner’s side while he talks to friends, but if the conversation is unduly long, says the owner, the goose tugs at his coat as a hint to proceed.
When, recently, the bird was unable to see its human friend because he was ill in bed, it fretted, and Kept calling for him. So persistent was the goose that it was taken to the foot of the stairs to allow it to hear his voice. Apparently satisfied, Peter gave three cries of satisfaction and walked out of the house.
Peter, adds the owner, is very obedient and goes to bed when told to do so.
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Sun (Auckland), Volume 1, Issue 44, 14 May 1927, Page 22 (Supplement)
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149THE SAGACIOUS GOOSE Sun (Auckland), Volume 1, Issue 44, 14 May 1927, Page 22 (Supplement)
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