The phrase refers to , a special-needs sheep at Freedom Hill Sanctuary in Australia. Born with brain damage and blindness, she requires unique, patient care that respects her specific physical and emotional challenges. The "Useful Feature" of Her Care
: Born blind with brain damage; a survivor of an eight-week battle with pneumonia as a newborn. Stella, 24 years old, always at her own pace-05...
: The process takes about three weeks , performed twice a year. Caregivers sit, talk, and sing to her, trimming only until she has had enough for the day. The phrase refers to , a special-needs sheep
To manage this safely, her caregivers use a specific method: : The process takes about three weeks ,
The most distinct "feature" of Stella's life at the sanctuary is her . Because of her brain damage, she cannot be sheared like a typical sheep; the stress of the process causes her to hold her breath and shut down completely.