In a heartwarming twist, a baby kangaroo recently orphaned has found a new home with an Australian police officer. This little joey is not only winning hearts but is also providing invaluable parenting practice for his new dad.
Constable Jake Thompson, stationed at the Cue Police Department, took in the young kangaroo after its mother was tragically struck by a vehicle. A kind passerby discovered the 4-month-old joey in her pouch and brought him to the station for help. Jake, noticing the little one was dehydrated and undernourished, immediately took charge of the care.
As a new father himself, Thompson finds that raising the kangaroo is a unique way to learn the ropes of parenthood. “With the frequent feedings every three hours, it’s like having another little child at home,” he shared, noting that his wife is in Perth with their newborn. How could he resist such a precious face? The police department even shared an adorable photo of the baby kangaroo on their social media, showcasing their new partnership.
In a delightful video shared online, Officer Thompson introduces his new friend, affectionately named Joey, who loves to hop into his shirt and snuggle up. Originally, Jake wanted to name the little guy after his own son, but his wife didn’t quite agree, according to reports from The Huffington Post. The police station then reached out to the public for creative name suggestions, which resulted in fun ideas like Copper Hopper and Crime Hopper; ultimately, they settled on Joey.
Having relocated to the small town of Cue, with fewer than 300 residents, Thompson has been collaborating with local wildlife rescue groups to ensure Joey will thrive before his eventual release back into the wild. But first, he wants to be certain the little kangaroo can handle life on his own.
Check out the heartwarming video below to see Joey adorably follow Officer Thompson around the police station.
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In summary, this touching story of a baby kangaroo finding a loving home with a new dad highlights the unexpected bonds that can form in times of need, reminding us all of the joys of nurturing and caring for others.