In a heartwarming yet somewhat messy display of dedication, vet Dr. Tom and his team at the nature park in Chiang Mai, Thailand, became unlikely heroes as they embarked on a mission to save Lana, an elderly elephant, from a potentially fatal bout of constipation.
A dedicated vet has been drenched by faeces while treating an elderly, constipated elephant
Vet Dr Tom (in pink) can be seen trying to wipe the liquid from his eyes after the torrent subsided
The dramatic rescue unfolded as the team, clad in ponchos that proved futile against the onslaught of excrement, worked tirelessly to alleviate Lana’s distress. Toe-curling footage captured the moment when Dr. Tom, undeterred by the prospect of getting drenched in feces, administered an enema to flush out the trapped waste.
As the ordeal reached its climax, with solid feces being extracted before a deluge of watery excrement erupted, Dr. Tom found himself at the receiving end of a rather unpleasant surprise. Despite the challenging circumstances, the team’s resolve remained steadfast, their determination to aid Lana unwavering.
Moments before the poo explosion, Dr Tom can be seen pulling solid faeces from the elephant’s bum while delivering an enema to the animal
He successfully removed the poo before being hit in the face with a blast of watery faeces
‘Love that dedication, doctor!’: Dr Tom was praised on Instagram, where the video has reportedly been watched 45,000 times
The video documenting the rescue quickly gained traction on Instagram, amassing over 45,000 views and sparking a wave of both disgust and admiration. While some viewers were taken aback by the messy spectacle, many commended Dr. Tom and his team for their selfless efforts in helping the ailing elephant.
Comments flooded in, praising the vet’s dedication and the profound impact of their intervention. “Love that dedication, doctor!,” exclaimed one viewer, echoing the sentiments of countless others who lauded the team’s commitment to their noble cause.
For Lana, the ordeal marked a turning point in her health journey. Suffering from severe constipation, her condition had become dire before the timely intervention of Dr. Tom and his compassionate team. Thanks to their expertise and unwavering determination, Lana is now on the road to recovery, her spirits lifted and her well-being restored.
In a world often plagued by adversity, the heartwarming tale of Dr. Tom and Lana serves as a poignant reminder of the power of compassion and resilience in overcoming even the most challenging of obstacles.