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Orphaned Kodiak Bear Enjoys Cuddles and Pumpkins on Thanksgiving

An adult male bear interacts with a partially eaten orange pumpkin in an outdoor zoo-like setting, likely autumn due to the attire and presence of grass and fencing.

Orphaned Wildlife Center, located in Otisville, New York, was a rescue center for wild animals run by Jim and his wife, Susan. The couple has been managing everything out there with a few volunteers. The rescue center specializes in caring for Kodiak & Syrian Bears.

A bear interacting with a young child in an outdoor grassy area during autumn, with scattered leaves and pumpkins on the ground.

The couple loved their bears and cared for them like their own children. Recently, the owners decided to celebrate Thanksgiving by sending thanks to those who have helped their staff take care of the animals.

Jim and Susan did most of the chores. Still, they occasionally got help from some kind-hearted humans who decided to volunteer at the Center. Each bear had a unique name and was an extended family of the Center's owners.

Some of the enormous residents of the Orphaned Wildlife Center were Amy, Jenny, Randy, & Rose. All the bears were close to Jim and treated their owners as their own.

A large brown bear interacting with a pumpkin in an outdoor setting with grassy ground, chain-link fence, and trees without leaves suggesting late fall or early spring; the lighting suggests daytime, possibly mid-morning to afternoon

Jim and one of the Orphaned Wildlife Center resident bears enjoyed the festive season by spending time together. They cuddled with one another, and the bear got a pumpkin. However, the wild animal was more interested in stealing Jim's spectacles, which he had kept in his jacket pocket.

The caption for the video stated that the Orphaned Wildlife Center was thankful for the support they received from others. Jim and the orphanage resident kept on cuddling. The Kodiak bear behaved like a giant puppy seeking his master's affection.

An adult male interacts with a large St. Bernard dog in an outdoor, grassy setting on a sunny day.

Susan and Jim were planning to close the Center because it was becoming difficult for them to afford the expenses anymore. However, they got help from Kerry, who recently asked them to turn the Center into a non-profit organization. With several people's help and support, they could get everything back on track. Hence, they wanted to thank the people who had supported them during their difficult times.

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