Surrounded by animals at the Angelina County Fair, Cady Harvey contemplated some of the qualities she’s found to be crucial when she’s interacting with animals. She mentioned “being caring and kind and listening to them” as particularly important.
“They have to trust you, and you have to trust them,” Cady, a Zavalla High School junior, said. “Especially with bigger animals, you really have to trust them.”
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