I love opossums. They're like a mix between a ferret and a mouse. My dad once found a dead possum female that had some surviving young. We tried to take them in and care for them, but they just wouldnt eat what we gave them.(We tried milk and some diced veggies.)
It's sad that they passed away. Sometimes I wonder if the youngsters would have survived if we left them in the wild. They were still babies, but they were rather aggressive.
Yeah, that is a tough one, if you ever have another chance, dont do the milk, try crushing hard cat food and mix it in water and feed through an eye dropper first. if a local re-hab center is not near. Sad story but at least you tried. thanks.
Awhh that thing is soo cute but o-o THOSE NAILS. I suggest painting them so they arn't such a weird nasty yellowy colour. BUT OH MY GOD IT ATE A STRAWBERRY I WANT TO CUDDLE IT.
Somewhat annoying the way you call opossums "misunderstood animals" (I think they're adorable, don't get me wrong) but then you refer to snakes as "pests".
@cudaviper haha, well its a cute video...just the nails caught me by surprise...hell for 5yrs I dressed in black, painted nails black, dog collar, spiked boots...we all freaky in a way, so in no way was I dissing you :)
No problem, (dog collar) ok, being different is what makes this short life worth while. How boring it all would be if we were so similar. I am use to the nail thing, it is just amazing who actually says anything to me about them, top of the list, black women, bottom list, white men. and the guys always say something like, do you play guitar, and then drop it when i say no......ha...regards.
Total Cutie! =3 They absolutely love Persimmons(or however you spell that). I should know my mom and I had 2 of them when I was younger. Kimberly - my opossum - actually once stole a banana from my step-dad when he was walking by her with it.
@survivalofone You are correct, any mammal can get rabies, and doing a bit more checking, it seems the numbers are between 800 to 900 to 1. I seriously doubt anyone is going to see 800 possums in their lifetime but I guess you never know. I've seen probably 80 in 20 years. And I will be correcting my speaking in general concept.
I just ask "it" and she said that she did enjoy being a pet in a long southern drawn out voice. And I quote, "Why yes indeed I do enjoy being a pet, yall".
I love possums! Thanks for posting. I call them nature's undertakers; because they clean up carrion, like vultures, they have an important role in nature. I had a possum friend who slept on a chair on my backporch for awhile and ate grapes and chicken legs from my hands.
@cudaviper Yes, we took weeks getting to know each other; he let me put the food a little closer at a time and then finally took a grape from my fingers, very delicately.
Thank you, yours is beautiful, that full white face is just great, thanks for the comments and best regards. ps, take lots of photos and videos, these encounters are unique and rare but worth the effort.
My experience was that it is one of the most kind creature. I simply loved Shmooky the opossum. Here is how he eats apples. I found him when he was few weeks old, abandoned.
Check the YouTube title: Shmooky the opossum eats apples
I don't see why everyone hates them, my mom would freak out if she saw one, because of the tail. I have two rats and am probably the only one who loves their tails. If I could have a possum, I would, trust me.
the only people that hate them do not understand or appreciate them, that goes just about across the board for everything. I had 2 rats many years ago, white lab rats, it was kinda like that when people first saw them, shock, disgust, then curiosity, then acceptance. we humans are so fast to judge......ha. guess it's just a built in thing.
yeah, kinda, if they only had a fluffy tail...ha. and purred...though they will go to the litter box, and wash themselves after every meal. thanks for writing.
I LOVE POSSUMS. Its REALLY rare for them to be rabid, They are actually one of the CLEANEST animals! Scientist observed them cleaning themselves several times during ONE meal! They don't want to harm you. They will either hiss or growl or "play possum" (but they will play dead at last resort.) They are preditors to almost ANYTHING. Including snakes, birds, and EVEN dogs, cats AND humans. These animals are very misunderstood. :( <3
I was expecting her to take a little nibble at the strawberry, I can't believe she shoved the whole thing in her mouth, haha. She looked like she really enjoyed that petting, what a cutie.
Possums are soo cute they make me puke a rainbow cuz they hav this cute little hands, this cute big shinny eyes, this cute pink nose and...... this ugly huge rat tail BUT i don't care cuz they still look cute
I will admit, the tail is something to behold. Especially when it puts a gentle grip around your arm while holding them. It is very soft and warm and has just the slightest amount of hair, very fine.
@gtrwarriordon Yes she will, but prefers to snuggle down between your leg and side of chair or couch. Does not like to be held like a cat but will sit or perch on your shoulder, which is not comfortable because of the needle like claws, best to have a towel or thick top on. Good climbers. Thanks for writing.
@cudaviper Thank you for the reply. I've got a possum that comes into my garage every now and again to clean up any remaining cat food. I will never attempt to touch it, ( I am guessing you raised yours from when she was real young ). I love how my cats and the possum respect each other. I think possums are cute as hell. I love their little hands, although I was not aware of the claws, another reason to respect the little guy.
Excellent, they will usually come around on their routine route at night. She was raised from the size of a large mouse. We have 5 cats and they do respectfully keep their distance although one cat is brave enough to sleep close to her. Check my other video where you can see the hind feet have thumbs with no nails, used in climbing and grasping branches, they also use their tails to aid in climbing and to gather leaves and such for nesting in the wild.
Thank you, very glad you enjoyed. I too at one point had a much different opinion about them but as usual, time and knowledge opened a new understanding and appreciation for these beautiful and unique creatures. Best regards.
My father had a chicken coop when I was little and the possums in the area used to get in and eat the chicken eggs. Our Labrador absolutely hated them and one day she got one and killed it. My dad went to put the body out in the woods only to find three babies in the pouch, scared but unharmed. In the end, we raised them to be three healthy little adults and our dog never bothered any adult possums in the area ever again. My dad didn't even care about them getting in the coop after that.
That's a pretty cool story. Wish more people could get to know the habits and traits of these special creatures. They are much cooler than most think. Thanks for sharing that one.
@ando1135 They were of a decent size. Big enough to hiss at us and old enough to have fur. After they calmed down we fed them this odd milk-formula thing that some people at a Wild-Life Rescue shelter loaned to us along with some oatmeal.
Thanks, I think they all are special looking creatures. Something to get use to is having that tail wrap around your arm as an anchor when you pick her up. Quite unique.
@cudaviper Is she able to completely support her weight by hanging from her tail? I was always curious if it is true that they actually hang upside down when sleeping or frightened. Is she full grown?
I have never seen adults in that position, although I have heard that very young ones can do that, once they get so big the tail will not support the weight. They do use the tail to stabilize themselves while climbing and it is used to gather leaves and branches when nesting. Fascinating creatures they are. In this video she is not full grown, will get around to loading one where she is, BIG GIRL. And they don't "play possum", they actually pass out from fear.
I did not know possums could make good pets, around here I see them as awful little animals. I guess It depends on if you raise them when they are very young.
You are so correct hawk, and that goes for humans too, if you raise them with love, kindness, compassion, it will reflex in the way they act as they get older. Pretty much works with all species I think.
Oh my. Did you rescue it or find it? I was thinking about getting one, I just need to find someone who could tell me more about them so I'll know what I'm getting into.
@mariemischievous Kinda both, she was the size of a large mouse. The diet will be the most important thing. They may want to eat everything but like people it is not always good for them. Research online for diet info and stick to it. They will go to a litter box and will sleep 12 to 14 hours a day, fairly low maintenance and very easy going nature. Good luck.
@cudaviper...Lol, what a smacking smackerface while eating its strawberry...sounds really delicious. So cute! Thanks for sharing this vid :) it made me smile.
so cute!! I have one but I fear touch her :( I only give her the food at distance, my cat bring her cause the fool thought it was a mouse haha, but she is so quiet and she fears me I think, a pretty pretty pet
Do not fear her, hold her, she will not bite, they love being up high so dont worry if it wants to climb up on shoulder. Treat it like a cat, they love to be rubbed and scratched under chin. Diet is important, so mix it up, they love eggs but keep to a minimum, too much protein. fruit is good, meal worms they love, can get them at bait shop or online. They will go to a litter box. Check online for more info about diet and such. Thanks and good luck.
Vampire? no, DayWalker....ha. sorry, just kidding.. I just like it, being a little different. Actually comes in handy from time to time. Never thought about it much til now. May have to do a video explaining it, not near enough room here. Best regards.
@YoungFreshDaBest What in this video indicates I do not take care of myself? My hands are clean, my nails are nicely manicured and my fangs are sharp. Did I miss something here?
@cudaviper please excuse me 4 my ignorence i didnt mean anything by it i was just making a statment that i probably should have kept to myself maybe you know mre about the human body than i do so i apologize!
@YoungFreshDaBest No worries about it, it is not the first or last time, people are curious. We all strive for something we like or enjoy to set us apart, be it the car we drive, clothes, music, pets, you know, whatever. How boring it all would be if there were not people like you and me. Take care and best regards.
Oh my god I just came from the sickest ( as if disgusting ) video of a jack russel killing one of these and now I go to this I think I'm permanently fucked in the head now
We had an opossum around the house last winter that apparently had to start hunting for food during the day due to the extreme cold and snow. We looked up what was good for them to eat, and fed him (her?) regularly for about a month until spring came and he went about his usual business again elsewhere. Lovely animal.
@gimmeyootoob That is great to hear, I wish more people would appreciate what a unique creature these are. Thanks for that and I'm sure the possum is grateful as well. From the experience I've had you can tell a female from a male by the head and ears. The female seems to have a broader head with floppier ears where the male tends to have a longer snout with the ears standing up a bit more. Thanks again.
@blackopsmaster569 `Ha, your right. but its a she and she doesn't listen to anything I have to say, especially about table manners.. there are 3 more videos, check my other vids..and thanks. Will post more when I get time.
@ABigBlueFish1 We heard a strange noise in the garage, sounded more like a baby bird barking/chirping, then saw her in the corner and the wife put her hand out and she climbed in. Nice and gentle as could be.
Awww~ That's adorable~ I've been trying to find a nearby place to get a pet possum, preferably a baby or tame adult, but all I ever find are short-tailed possums. ;c
I prefer just your usual backyard possums to them. I just love their black/white coat, their ferret nose, and their cat-like size.~ The only 'little critter' I enjoy are sugar gliders, otherwise I like things to at least be cat-sized. I'm certain short-taileds aren't that.
@Shithra The wife found her in the garage, was the size of a large mouse and chirping like a bird. Wife held her hand out and she climbed right into it. Didn't know it was a she til a few months later when the pouch developed.. Like kangaroos they are called Jacks if males and Jills if female, so we called her JJ. Thanks for writing.
@cudaviper Ahhh~ Very lucky. :D I'd assume I'll find mind with its mother hit by a car and the babies still a live in a pouch. Gross to be inspecting a dead possum on the side of the road, but hey, there may be lives that need help in that dead possum's pouch, assuming it's a girl.
Didn't know about the Jack and Jill thing. Does that go for all marsupials?
@WestCoastIrk Any mammal can get rabies. However, the chance of rabies in an opossum is EXTREMELY RARE. This may have something to do with the opossum’s low body temperature (94-97º F) making it difficult for the virus to survive in an opossum’s body.
Them things scar me lol but they are cute in a way.
JennySueVlogs 23 hours ago
awww, what a cute guy :)
imacstu 1 day ago
I love opossums. They're like a mix between a ferret and a mouse. My dad once found a dead possum female that had some surviving young. We tried to take them in and care for them, but they just wouldnt eat what we gave them.(We tried milk and some diced veggies.)
It's sad that they passed away. Sometimes I wonder if the youngsters would have survived if we left them in the wild. They were still babies, but they were rather aggressive.
OverlordSpectre 1 day ago
@OverlordSpectre
Yeah, that is a tough one, if you ever have another chance, dont do the milk, try crushing hard cat food and mix it in water and feed through an eye dropper first. if a local re-hab center is not near. Sad story but at least you tried. thanks.
cudaviper 1 day ago
holy smokes what a little piglet!
CubaVids 1 day ago
Awhh that thing is soo cute but o-o THOSE NAILS. I suggest painting them so they arn't such a weird nasty yellowy colour. BUT OH MY GOD IT ATE A STRAWBERRY I WANT TO CUDDLE IT.
starcatfri 3 days ago
dont smak its rud LOL
Turtleneck826 4 days ago
Somewhat annoying the way you call opossums "misunderstood animals" (I think they're adorable, don't get me wrong) but then you refer to snakes as "pests".
osteenq 6 days ago
Am I the only 1 who saw the owners freaky ass finger nails lol?
justinmm1988 6 days ago 2
@justinmm1988
You should see the freaky ass owner.
cudaviper 6 days ago
@cudaviper haha, well its a cute video...just the nails caught me by surprise...hell for 5yrs I dressed in black, painted nails black, dog collar, spiked boots...we all freaky in a way, so in no way was I dissing you :)
justinmm1988 6 days ago
@justinmm1988
No problem, (dog collar) ok, being different is what makes this short life worth while. How boring it all would be if we were so similar. I am use to the nail thing, it is just amazing who actually says anything to me about them, top of the list, black women, bottom list, white men. and the guys always say something like, do you play guitar, and then drop it when i say no......ha...regards.
cudaviper 6 days ago
@justinmm1988 1 Question are you a Furry
0vol360 1 day ago
geez...chew with your mouth closed :P
NYCeddie15 1 week ago
Total Cutie! =3 They absolutely love Persimmons(or however you spell that). I should know my mom and I had 2 of them when I was younger. Kimberly - my opossum - actually once stole a banana from my step-dad when he was walking by her with it.
KatKuroneko 1 week ago
ya that´s exactly the way i eat a strawberry and no one say to me: "aww how cute *_*" !!! -.-
Criseman100 2 weeks ago
@Criseman100 LOL ha ha
TheWhisperOaks 1 week ago
omg cruelty to fruit downvoted
WhitePeopleCantJapan 2 weeks ago
are Possum's the ones people keep on saying they got tails like rats but bigger? o_O
TheGamerOfLeauge 2 weeks ago
its like an ugly cat. So ugly its cute. A misunderstood animal indeed.
gaotu 2 weeks ago
Well, actually they can carry rabies, but only rarely. They do commonly carry many other diseases and parasites like most mesopredators however.
survivalofone 2 weeks ago
@survivalofone You are correct, any mammal can get rabies, and doing a bit more checking, it seems the numbers are between 800 to 900 to 1. I seriously doubt anyone is going to see 800 possums in their lifetime but I guess you never know. I've seen probably 80 in 20 years. And I will be correcting my speaking in general concept.
cudaviper 2 weeks ago
It does not look like it enjoys being pet..
7777dmith7777 2 weeks ago
@7777dmith7777
I just ask "it" and she said that she did enjoy being a pet in a long southern drawn out voice. And I quote, "Why yes indeed I do enjoy being a pet, yall".
cudaviper 2 weeks ago 2
@7777dmith7777
She look's pretty darn happy and cozy to me.
daniepdx 1 week ago
Aaaaawwww it's so cute :D
SimplyHespe 2 weeks ago
RIP strawberry
Toyota4Life 2 weeks ago 2
@Toyota4Life
haven't heard that before, good one.
cudaviper 2 weeks ago
wheres the possum eating strawberry?
azamat51 2 weeks ago
mmmmmmm vitamin strawberry...
BioShockFan2010 2 weeks ago
XD ahhahahahhahaha i love the way he eats it XD so funny
derickb2 3 weeks ago
i lov her lil pink nose hehee
covingtonnessa 3 weeks ago
I love possums! Thanks for posting. I call them nature's undertakers; because they clean up carrion, like vultures, they have an important role in nature. I had a possum friend who slept on a chair on my backporch for awhile and ate grapes and chicken legs from my hands.
thegreencat13 3 weeks ago
@thegreencat13
that is so cool, i am sure you exercise caution when dealing with a wild one. if you are calm, they are calm. thanks for writing, best regards.
cudaviper 3 weeks ago
@cudaviper Yes, we took weeks getting to know each other; he let me put the food a little closer at a time and then finally took a grape from my fingers, very delicately.
thegreencat13 3 weeks ago
@thegreencat13 that is soo sweet i give you props...!!
xiiiphantom13 2 weeks ago
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alyssa5057 3 weeks ago
Thanx to the Greate Interamerican Exchange, Possums and Armadillos live in Northamerica.
Trinacria1973 3 weeks ago
crushed that strawbberry
wimbishla 3 weeks ago
Also it is evident that you love your possum. She feels very secure and is adorable to say the least!
NenadBach 3 weeks ago
@NenadBach
Thank you, yours is beautiful, that full white face is just great, thanks for the comments and best regards. ps, take lots of photos and videos, these encounters are unique and rare but worth the effort.
cudaviper 3 weeks ago 2
My experience was that it is one of the most kind creature. I simply loved Shmooky the opossum. Here is how he eats apples. I found him when he was few weeks old, abandoned.
Check the YouTube title: Shmooky the opossum eats apples
NenadBach 3 weeks ago
are they domestic i dont hink so cuz i had a baby one and the vet told me it was iligal to have it :/
shadowdevilwolf1 4 weeks ago
"Perhaps the most misunderstood creature, very gentle and docile by nature."
Is your name Hagrid per chance?
PersonguydudeWB 1 month ago
sooooooo cute!!
lizbabytweet 1 month ago
SO CUUUTE, i love how he/she checks it out before shoving it in its mouth!
britters220 1 month ago
This is so great! Made my day.
hang1iderswing 1 month ago
Hmmmm it looks like a really tasty starwberry eh :D ?
AdrianoSnorts 1 month ago
@AdrianoSnorts
yes, that is for sure, and loves grapes as well.
cudaviper 1 month ago
omg i want a possum now and wen my dogs eat they sound just like it
snoopylove180 1 month ago
This possum looks like he/she has a very sweet nature. Very cute!
queensflight2 1 month ago
@queensflight2
very gentle indeed. when she yawns it does open your eyes..ha. huge opening and the most teeth of any mammal. 50 i believe.
cudaviper 1 month ago
Oh my gosh I just love possums I had to rehab many of them and at one time had 11 babies in my house. They are so sweet.
robinflea 1 month ago
@robinflea
do you have any vids or pixs, would love to see them. 11 is just about a max load. wow that is a lot.
cudaviper 1 month ago
aaaaawwwwwgggggkkkkk = CUUUUTTTEEEEE !!!!!
wattan adorable creature !!!!!
XXplaythegamesXX 1 month ago
@XXplaythegamesXX
thanks
cudaviper 1 month ago
cute...is this little cutee dependant on you for food? what does it normally eat?
ZenSporty 1 month ago
i want one their so cute and fluffy.
GRACEORT 1 month ago
Opossums are one of the oldest living mammals. They are highly successful due to their ability as omnivores to find food in diverse climates.
KB4QAA 1 month ago
him eating like me :)
leandrofabrice 1 month ago
look at him smile so cute haha
NextGenRev 1 month ago
I don't see why everyone hates them, my mom would freak out if she saw one, because of the tail. I have two rats and am probably the only one who loves their tails. If I could have a possum, I would, trust me.
Amyarillo 1 month ago
@Amyarillo
the only people that hate them do not understand or appreciate them, that goes just about across the board for everything. I had 2 rats many years ago, white lab rats, it was kinda like that when people first saw them, shock, disgust, then curiosity, then acceptance. we humans are so fast to judge......ha. guess it's just a built in thing.
cudaviper 1 month ago
He daddys good little eater isnt he ?
46dc9er 1 month ago
@46dc9er
yes "she" is...ha.
cudaviper 1 month ago
I wanna opossum! I hate that people don't like them.
SebastienCade 1 month ago
So cute, kinda remind me of cats, but nicer. :P My cats are freaking mean!
nolls888 1 month ago
@nolls888
yeah, kinda, if they only had a fluffy tail...ha. and purred...though they will go to the litter box, and wash themselves after every meal. thanks for writing.
cudaviper 1 month ago
sooo sweet when he eating :*****
BlackEvolotion 1 month ago
Yeah, they're still pests,
pampamproductions 1 month ago
I LOVE POSSUMS. Its REALLY rare for them to be rabid, They are actually one of the CLEANEST animals! Scientist observed them cleaning themselves several times during ONE meal! They don't want to harm you. They will either hiss or growl or "play possum" (but they will play dead at last resort.) They are preditors to almost ANYTHING. Including snakes, birds, and EVEN dogs, cats AND humans. These animals are very misunderstood. :( <3
There so adorable... :)
theball3rina 1 month ago
I was expecting her to take a little nibble at the strawberry, I can't believe she shoved the whole thing in her mouth, haha. She looked like she really enjoyed that petting, what a cutie.
Rappsickle 1 month ago 2
Possums are soo cute they make me puke a rainbow cuz they hav this cute little hands, this cute big shinny eyes, this cute pink nose and...... this ugly huge rat tail BUT i don't care cuz they still look cute
kirani111 1 month ago 6
@kirani111
I will admit, the tail is something to behold. Especially when it puts a gentle grip around your arm while holding them. It is very soft and warm and has just the slightest amount of hair, very fine.
cudaviper 1 month ago
Awww really??? T-T i want 1
kirani111 1 month ago
yeah, and my parents told me the way i chew was disrespectful
nazmimimi 1 month ago 7
@nazmimimi
Ha, good one...
cudaviper 1 month ago
They don't ever get rabies, since their body temp is apparently a few degrees too low for the rabies virus to grow.
hjones1 1 month ago
Will she sit on your lap like a cat? She seemed to like the petting.
gtrwarriordon 1 month ago
@gtrwarriordon Yes she will, but prefers to snuggle down between your leg and side of chair or couch. Does not like to be held like a cat but will sit or perch on your shoulder, which is not comfortable because of the needle like claws, best to have a towel or thick top on. Good climbers. Thanks for writing.
cudaviper 1 month ago
@cudaviper Thank you for the reply. I've got a possum that comes into my garage every now and again to clean up any remaining cat food. I will never attempt to touch it, ( I am guessing you raised yours from when she was real young ). I love how my cats and the possum respect each other. I think possums are cute as hell. I love their little hands, although I was not aware of the claws, another reason to respect the little guy.
gtrwarriordon 1 month ago
@gtrwarriordon
Excellent, they will usually come around on their routine route at night. She was raised from the size of a large mouse. We have 5 cats and they do respectfully keep their distance although one cat is brave enough to sleep close to her. Check my other video where you can see the hind feet have thumbs with no nails, used in climbing and grasping branches, they also use their tails to aid in climbing and to gather leaves and such for nesting in the wild.
cudaviper 1 month ago
Wow this video changes my mind about these possums...I think what you say is so true.. Thanks!
OurOrganicHaven 1 month ago 2
@OurOrganicHaven
Thank you, very glad you enjoyed. I too at one point had a much different opinion about them but as usual, time and knowledge opened a new understanding and appreciation for these beautiful and unique creatures. Best regards.
cudaviper 1 month ago
I like the opossum because they eat the moles and mice in the ground, they will eat kitty treats like beef and fish.
Megashovelman 1 month ago
That was awesome.
mrceebees14 2 months ago
My father had a chicken coop when I was little and the possums in the area used to get in and eat the chicken eggs. Our Labrador absolutely hated them and one day she got one and killed it. My dad went to put the body out in the woods only to find three babies in the pouch, scared but unharmed. In the end, we raised them to be three healthy little adults and our dog never bothered any adult possums in the area ever again. My dad didn't even care about them getting in the coop after that.
hichixichifoeva 2 months ago 17
@hichixichifoeva
That's a pretty cool story. Wish more people could get to know the habits and traits of these special creatures. They are much cooler than most think. Thanks for sharing that one.
cudaviper 2 months ago 14
@hichixichifoeva That's really beautiful,wish their were more people like you and your dad:)
isolde749 1 month ago
@hichixichifoeva how big were they, did they have fur yet? what did you feed them after the mom was dead?
ando1135 1 month ago
@ando1135 They were of a decent size. Big enough to hiss at us and old enough to have fur. After they calmed down we fed them this odd milk-formula thing that some people at a Wild-Life Rescue shelter loaned to us along with some oatmeal.
hichixichifoeva 1 month ago
@hichixichifoeva
thats great humanity for you ^_^ I LOVE that ^_^ opossums are the least dangerous animal in the wild.
britters220 1 month ago
Awww it is beautiful!
StudioXIIIcomic 2 months ago 7
@StudioXIIIcomic
Thanks, I think they all are special looking creatures. Something to get use to is having that tail wrap around your arm as an anchor when you pick her up. Quite unique.
cudaviper 2 months ago 5
@cudaviper Is she able to completely support her weight by hanging from her tail? I was always curious if it is true that they actually hang upside down when sleeping or frightened. Is she full grown?
StudioXIIIcomic 2 months ago 2
@StudioXIIIcomic
I have never seen adults in that position, although I have heard that very young ones can do that, once they get so big the tail will not support the weight. They do use the tail to stabilize themselves while climbing and it is used to gather leaves and branches when nesting. Fascinating creatures they are. In this video she is not full grown, will get around to loading one where she is, BIG GIRL. And they don't "play possum", they actually pass out from fear.
cudaviper 2 months ago 4
I did not know possums could make good pets, around here I see them as awful little animals. I guess It depends on if you raise them when they are very young.
thehawk1964 2 months ago
@thehawk1964
You are so correct hawk, and that goes for humans too, if you raise them with love, kindness, compassion, it will reflex in the way they act as they get older. Pretty much works with all species I think.
cudaviper 2 months ago
Oh my. Did you rescue it or find it? I was thinking about getting one, I just need to find someone who could tell me more about them so I'll know what I'm getting into.
mariemischievous 2 months ago
@mariemischievous Kinda both, she was the size of a large mouse. The diet will be the most important thing. They may want to eat everything but like people it is not always good for them. Research online for diet info and stick to it. They will go to a litter box and will sleep 12 to 14 hours a day, fairly low maintenance and very easy going nature. Good luck.
cudaviper 2 months ago
You sure that's not a pig?
ascartec 2 months ago
I LOVE that lip smacking noise they make! <333
FerretDude15 2 months ago 6
@cudaviper...Lol, what a smacking smackerface while eating its strawberry...sounds really delicious. So cute! Thanks for sharing this vid :) it made me smile.
r2baydog 2 months ago
cute fella
JesusOrMuhammad 2 months ago
What a lovely opossum and very funny with the DayWalker comment :)
ApollosPlace 2 months ago
so cute!! I have one but I fear touch her :( I only give her the food at distance, my cat bring her cause the fool thought it was a mouse haha, but she is so quiet and she fears me I think, a pretty pretty pet
hilda1306 2 months ago
@hilda1306
Do not fear her, hold her, she will not bite, they love being up high so dont worry if it wants to climb up on shoulder. Treat it like a cat, they love to be rubbed and scratched under chin. Diet is important, so mix it up, they love eggs but keep to a minimum, too much protein. fruit is good, meal worms they love, can get them at bait shop or online. They will go to a litter box. Check online for more info about diet and such. Thanks and good luck.
cudaviper 2 months ago
Is it wild?
RIRITHEKING 2 months ago
@RIRITHEKING
No not at all, got her when she was about the size of a large mouse.
cudaviper 2 months ago
Nom Nom
cassandraluvezyou 2 months ago
Nom om
cassandraluvezyou 2 months ago
OM NOM NOM NOM
chechnya 2 months ago
Sweet video! Thumbs Up!
Whimsyfilm 2 months ago
watchout , we got a badass in here
70rm3n70r 2 months ago
are you a vampire? whats up with your nails g?
KingRemy01 3 months ago
@KingRemy01
Vampire? no, DayWalker....ha. sorry, just kidding.. I just like it, being a little different. Actually comes in handy from time to time. Never thought about it much til now. May have to do a video explaining it, not near enough room here. Best regards.
cudaviper 3 months ago
One day in the morning I caught an opossum and it ate a can of cat food then I released it.
Megashovelman 3 months ago
i would like to be scrached too by hands like these!
elchasap 3 months ago
favorite video and animal ever
kylezangara 3 months ago
I KNO THE POSSUM IS SUPPOSE TO HAVE CLAWS DIDNT KNOW HUMANS WERE NO OFFENSE, JUX THINK YOU SHOULD TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF THEN TRY TO HELP ANIMALS!
YoungFreshDaBest 3 months ago
@YoungFreshDaBest What in this video indicates I do not take care of myself? My hands are clean, my nails are nicely manicured and my fangs are sharp. Did I miss something here?
cudaviper 3 months ago
@cudaviper please excuse me 4 my ignorence i didnt mean anything by it i was just making a statment that i probably should have kept to myself maybe you know mre about the human body than i do so i apologize!
YoungFreshDaBest 3 months ago
@YoungFreshDaBest No worries about it, it is not the first or last time, people are curious. We all strive for something we like or enjoy to set us apart, be it the car we drive, clothes, music, pets, you know, whatever. How boring it all would be if there were not people like you and me. Take care and best regards.
cudaviper 3 months ago
@cudaviper thanks anyway and again my apologies for the ignorence but nw i have obtained knowledge and grew to understand your ways
YoungFreshDaBest 3 months ago
@YoungFreshDaBest wow you're such an asshole.
xRamenChickenx 3 months ago
What an obnoxious eater. ;-)
2vsU 3 months ago
Adorable!!!
suzypenguin 3 months ago
Oh my god I just came from the sickest ( as if disgusting ) video of a jack russel killing one of these and now I go to this I think I'm permanently fucked in the head now
lewisjasonbatten 3 months ago
AWWWW... Dammit why is it so cute? I am a guy for christ sake....
flybydeath 3 months ago
We had an opossum around the house last winter that apparently had to start hunting for food during the day due to the extreme cold and snow. We looked up what was good for them to eat, and fed him (her?) regularly for about a month until spring came and he went about his usual business again elsewhere. Lovely animal.
gimmeyootoob 3 months ago
@gimmeyootoob That is great to hear, I wish more people would appreciate what a unique creature these are. Thanks for that and I'm sure the possum is grateful as well. From the experience I've had you can tell a female from a male by the head and ears. The female seems to have a broader head with floppier ears where the male tends to have a longer snout with the ears standing up a bit more. Thanks again.
cudaviper 3 months ago
tell him to closehis moth when eating lol nah just joking u should do more videos on it
blackopsmaster569 3 months ago
@blackopsmaster569 `Ha, your right. but its a she and she doesn't listen to anything I have to say, especially about table manners.. there are 3 more videos, check my other vids..and thanks. Will post more when I get time.
cudaviper 3 months ago
Haha, very cool. Smacker.
bweazel 3 months ago
@ABigBlueFish1 We heard a strange noise in the garage, sounded more like a baby bird barking/chirping, then saw her in the corner and the wife put her hand out and she climbed in. Nice and gentle as could be.
cudaviper 3 months ago
It looks so adorable when it eats the strawberry ^-^
GheoHawk 3 months ago
One person is racist against strawberries
inkeyzF 3 months ago
I want one 8D
Giggerbar 3 months ago
NOMNOM! GOBBLE!
runedude6131985 3 months ago
Why didn't you give her another strawberry?
oozyb1 3 months ago
Possum Eating Strawberry Part 2: "Possum Eating Finger"
vatopself 3 months ago
Dang once he got a taste of that strawberry it was GONE
MsSmellybob 4 months ago
It reminds me of a cat
Sonicustoms 4 months ago
whoa there piggy!
carpetmonk 4 months ago
Awww~ That's adorable~ I've been trying to find a nearby place to get a pet possum, preferably a baby or tame adult, but all I ever find are short-tailed possums. ;c
I prefer just your usual backyard possums to them. I just love their black/white coat, their ferret nose, and their cat-like size.~ The only 'little critter' I enjoy are sugar gliders, otherwise I like things to at least be cat-sized. I'm certain short-taileds aren't that.
Siiigh. Where'd you get this cutey anywho? c:
Shithra 4 months ago
@Shithra The wife found her in the garage, was the size of a large mouse and chirping like a bird. Wife held her hand out and she climbed right into it. Didn't know it was a she til a few months later when the pouch developed.. Like kangaroos they are called Jacks if males and Jills if female, so we called her JJ. Thanks for writing.
cudaviper 4 months ago
@cudaviper Ahhh~ Very lucky. :D I'd assume I'll find mind with its mother hit by a car and the babies still a live in a pouch. Gross to be inspecting a dead possum on the side of the road, but hey, there may be lives that need help in that dead possum's pouch, assuming it's a girl.
Didn't know about the Jack and Jill thing. Does that go for all marsupials?
Shithra 3 months ago
@Shithra find mine*
Shithra 3 months ago
@Shithra Crap, alive* Derptastic.~
Shithra 3 months ago
He/she looks cute. Is that really your pet?
ProtodroneAce78 4 months ago
How did i get from watching Dubstep to this!?
vip28100 4 months ago
@vip28100 easy explanation. dubstep is garbage, which is what opossums usually eat.
LtSplatter 4 months ago
Sooooooooooooo cute! I wish I could own one!
helloprettypie 4 months ago
pet peeve: chewing gum smackers...but this made me crack up! lol
Xngelic 4 months ago
like a toothless person eatin a steak.
DeerParkNewsWire 4 months ago 13
awwwwwww
imprettierthenyouxo 4 months ago
Cute! I liked its mouth when it was finishing up the strawberry. Hehe.
They sure do have interesting feet though?
AndromedaFollowsMe 4 months ago
awwww it's cute.... it was acting kinda like a cat when you started petting it
SuperJosephVincent 4 months ago
adorable!
NBlunierProductions 4 months ago
NOM NOM NOM NOM NOM NOM NOM NOM NOM NOM
Obsidian182 4 months ago
This has been flagged as spam show
id shoot that thing if it were in my house -.- then a shovel would kinda come flying down on its neck...........
Itachi7301 4 months ago
@Itachi7301
special place in hell for peep like u
winstondepp1 4 months ago
@winstondepp1 dun worry buddy ive known that my whole life... got my reservation and VIP tickets ready
Itachi7301 4 months ago
@Itachi7301
nice trip^^
winstondepp1 4 months ago
@Itachi7301 Err, I would probably do worse if I could to you Siir weaboo.
siriusgodstar 4 months ago
@siriusgodstar sounds like fun..... id love to see how u entertain me
Itachi7301 4 months ago
Strawberries are the taste of sex...therefore,did sex taste good little guy!?!?! xD
ScreamoIsMyThing13 4 months ago
Holy tail!
marshalljimduncan 5 months ago
What a tail!
marshalljimduncan 5 months ago
What a tail!!
marshalljimduncan 5 months ago
what do you mean they dont carry rabies? Where did you hear that???
WestCoastIrk 5 months ago 2
@WestCoastIrk Any mammal can get rabies. However, the chance of rabies in an opossum is EXTREMELY RARE. This may have something to do with the opossum’s low body temperature (94-97º F) making it difficult for the virus to survive in an opossum’s body.
cudaviper 5 months ago 20