In a twist of fate that could only be described as poultry pandemonium, a wayward hen found herself at the doorstep of a Buffalo Wild Wings in Des Moines, Iowa, narrowly escaping a saucy demise. The Animal Rescue League of Iowa (ARL), the state’s largest nonprofit animal shelter, swooped in to save the day, rescuing the bewildered bird from the jaws of an ironic culinary catastrophe.
“WHAT THE CLUCK?” the ARL exclaimed in a lively Facebook post, capturing the absurdity of the situation. “Talk about a chicken on the wrong side of the road!” The hen, described as “poor” and “confused,” was spotted loitering outside the sports bar-themed restaurant on SE 14th Street, a place where wings are slathered in one of 21 signature sauces and served up by the millions. Thanks to a vigilant good Samaritan who alerted the ARL, this feathered fugitive was spared from becoming part of Buffalo Wild Wings’ staggering daily tally of 2,420,260 chickens consumed, as reported by Delish.
The rescue operation was no small feat. A patient ARL Animal Services officer was seen chasing the elusive chicken around the building, determined to secure her safety. After a spirited pursuit, the hen was finally apprehended and whisked away to receive proper care at the ARL’s shelter. While this plucky bird dodged a fate that sees an estimated two billion chickens pass through Buffalo Wild Wings annually, her story has become a clucking good tale of survival.
The ARL seized the moment to highlight their chicken adoption program, noting that while this particular hen isn’t available for adoption, many others are ready to join loving homes. “Interested in adding to your flock?” the organization asked, emphasizing that all their animals are adopted out as cherished family pets, not future menu items. One creative ARL member even suggested naming the wayward hen “Choses,” a clever blend of “chicken” and “Moses,” evoking her epic journey across the road to safety.
This bizarre incident serves as a reminder that even the most unlikely wanderers can find refuge with a little help from compassionate humans. The ARL continues to champion the cause of animals in need, ensuring that this chicken’s road-crossing misadventure ends in a cozy coop rather than a deep fryer. For those inspired by this feathered escapee’s tale, the ARL invites you to explore their adoption program and give another chicken a chance at a happy, wing-saving home.