Animal Handler Praises Porcupine ‘Lola’, Highlights Powerful Life Lessons from Wildlife

A heartwarming tribute from an animal handler has captured public attention after he shared a moving message about his porcupine, Lola, on his Animal Adventure Facebook page. According to the handler, Lola has become more than just a unique attraction; she has become a symbol of trust, patience, and the importance of looking beyond outward appearances.

In the post, he explained that Lola, like all porcupines, is naturally covered in thousands of sharp quills capable of causing serious injury. Yet, despite this, he emphasized that she has never harmed him. “Every time I’m with Lola, she reminds me of something important,” he said, according to the message posted on his page. “She could hurt me without even trying. She’s covered in thousands of quills. But when she’s with me… she won’t.”

He went on to describe Lola’s gentle behavior, noting that she moves slowly around him, leans in softly, and even adjusts her body to ensure her quills never make contact. The handler explained that this level of awareness and intentional gentleness is what he considers an unexpected expression of love and trust from an animal many assume to be dangerous.

“This is responsibility from an animal the world assumes is dangerous,” he noted, as reported on the Animal Adventure page. He added that every encounter with Lola reinforces a valuable lesson about human behavior and perception.

The handler used Lola’s behaviour to urge the public not to judge others based on appearance or misconceptions. “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” he wrote, according to his post. “Some of the gentlest souls come wrapped in armor. Some of the kindest hearts look like they’re built to hurt you.”

He explained that if a porcupine can demonstrate patience, gentleness and awareness despite its natural defenses, humans can also choose to act with compassion even when they have the capacity to hurt others. “Everyone has quills,” he stated in the post. “The point is choosing who you trust, and choosing to move through the world without hurting the people who care about you.”

The handler expressed deep gratitude for the lessons he continues to learn from Lola each day, describing her as a constant reminder of kindness and conscious responsibility.

Animal lovers and visitors are encouraged to meet Lola in person. According to his announcement, bookings for the Wildlife Walkthrough Safari Tour can be made through the official website of Animal Adventures at AnimalEDventures.com.

The touching message has since resonated widely, with many readers praising the emotional depth and valuable life reflections drawn from the unlikely bond between human and porcupine.