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A wallaroo jumps in front of Christmas decorations outside a house in Peru. (Scott Anderson)
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Dr. Allison Spayer at Bridgeview Animal Hospital is treating Wally the wallaroo. She said says “Wally has a slight abrasion and is cold.” (Scott Anderson)
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The vet believes Wally will be able to return home Wednesday night. (Scott Anderson)
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Wally the wallaroo was rescued from the Illinois River in Peru on Tuesday afternoon. (Jayce Eustice)
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A wallaroo jumps along the train tracks on Water Street in Peru. (Scott Anderson)
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A wallaroo stands in a backyard in Peru. (Scott Anderson)
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A wallaroo jumps along a sidewalk in Peru. (Scott Anderson)
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Yes, wallaroos can swim. Wally put his abilities to the test by leaping into the Illinois River in Peru. He was eventually rescued by a fishermen on a boat. (Jayce Eustice)