A girl was seen walking an alligator on a leash through a splash pad in Philadelphia’s Love Park on Friday.
The 7-year-old alligator, named WallyGator, is from a local reptile rescue and is an emotional support alligator.
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“He’s a big supporter of people needing smiles,” Wally’s Handler Joie Henney told ABC 6. “He works with a lot of special needs adults and children. He puts thousands of smiles on people’s faces almost every day. He comforts people when they’re sad.”
Henney said he can’t explain it, but the gator has never attempted to attack anyone.
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Wally is in the running for being crowned as America’s Favorite Pet. The gator’s favorite treat is reportedly cheese puffs.
