The narrator recounts a day when they visited the Urban Rescue Ranch in Waco, Texas, where they met two baby capybaras named Quandel Dingle and Gort. The narrator had been a frequent viewer of the Urban Rescue Ranch channel and had been eager to meet these animals. The narrator's journey to the ranch was filled with various stops, including a gas station called Bucky's, which is known for its large size and unique offerings.
Upon arrival at the ranch, the narrator was greeted by Ben, the owner, and his dog Poggers. Ben also introduced the narrator to his prairie dog, Big Ounce. The narrator was then introduced to the capybaras, Quandel and Gort, who were initially shy but soon became more comfortable around the narrator.
The narrator spent a significant amount of time interacting with the capybaras, learning about their care and training. They were particularly interested in how the capybaras interact with humans and other animals. The narrator also learned about the other animals at the ranch, including a kangaroo named Kevin, a baby pig named El Chapo, and a Chinese goose named Hamilton.
The narrator expressed their admiration for Ben's work at the ranch and his dedication to animal care and education. They also expressed their desire to return to the ranch and continue their interaction with the capybaras and other animals. The narrator concluded their story by expressing their appreciation for the experience and the opportunity to learn about these fascinating animals.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The narrator discovered capybaras on August 3rd, 2019, while browsing Netflix.
2. The narrator had never heard of capybaras before that day and spent hours researching them.
3. The narrator moved to Texas, where it is legal to own a capybara as a pet.
4. The narrator saw an ad for a capybara five hours away but decided not to make the drive.
5. The narrator is a frequent viewer of the YouTube channel "The Urban Rescue Ranch" run by Ben.
6. Ben has a collection of animals, including two baby capybaras named Quandel Dingle and Gort.
7. The narrator reached out to Ben and was invited to visit the ranch.
8. The narrator drove to Waco, Texas, to visit the ranch and meet the capybaras.
9. Ben has a dog named Poggers, a Great Dane-Great Pyrenees mix, who is lactose intolerant.
10. The narrator met Big Ounce, a prairie dog, who is friendly and gentle.
11. The narrator was introduced to the capybaras and was allowed to hold them.
12. The capybaras are girls and are sisters.
13. The narrator spent over an hour with the capybaras and was amazed by their size and behavior.
14. Ben is training the capybaras to swim and has a pool for them.
15. The narrator swam with the capybaras and was impressed by their aquatic abilities.
16. Ben has other animals on the ranch, including a pig, a kangaroo, and a turkey.
17. The narrator was offered a tour of the ranch and met some of the other animals.
18. Ben plans to open the ranch to kids from inner-city schools to teach them about animals and provide a positive role model.
19. The narrator was impressed by Ben's kindness and dedication to his animals.
20. The narrator wants to volunteer at the ranch and is encouraging others to do the same.