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Freda Savahl

Freda Savahl

Retired Nurse Practitioner. US Citizen. Immigrated from South Africa in 1978. A Medium writer for five years. I love animals, kids, and wildlife.

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Cowboy Sumo!

3 min readJul 4, 2025

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The Rooster with spurs.

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Eggs from the Farm:

Every month, we eagerly await the arrival of fresh eggs from Mr. Franklin’s lively flock of egg-laying chickens. At the heart of this charming scene is Cowboy Sumo, a proud and spirited Sumatran rooster who watches over his hens with fearless dedication.

It’s not just about eggs; it’s about the vibrant life and guardianship that make this farm special.

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The Spurs:

Looking at Sumo’s legs, you cannot miss the first thing that grabs your attention, the sharp, menacing spurs on each one. These aren’t just natural adornments — they’re formidable weapons! Roosters wield their spurs to defend themselves and protect their flocks.
Mr. Franklin tells us that when it’s time to fight, a rooster charges forward feet first, aiming to slash with those intimidating spurs.

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Our egg-buying ladies tend to keep their distance, cautiously observing Cowboy Sumo, who always looms…

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Retired Nurse Practitioner. US Citizen. Immigrated from South Africa in 1978. A Medium writer for five years. I love animals, kids, and wildlife.