Gracie the giraffe found in Texas after wandering off ranch
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Key Points:
- Gracie the Giraffe, missing for about two weeks after wandering off a private ranch in Texas Hill Country, was found in good health about 4 miles from her enclosure near a pond and creek.
- The 3-year-old, 1,200-pound giraffe had been in the area for approximately a week, feeding on vegetation and staying hydrated.
- Efforts to safely return Gracie involved sedating her and transporting her via an open-pasture trailer to a specialized enclosed trailer for the journey back to Cedar Hollow Ranch.
- The remote, rugged terrain of the Texas Hill Country, home to many exotic animals, complicated the search and rescue, which included helicopter assistance.
- Owner Vick Jones explained Gracie likely left unintentionally by wandering into a rocky area and plans to install fencing to prevent future escapes, assuring that Gracie poses no danger to people.
