This man raised an opossum. Now he thinks they are smarter than dogs.
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- This man raised an opossum. Now he thinks they are smarter than dogs.
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That is one way to put things into perspective. Blue Whales live up to 250 years, now that is crazy for any mammal! Normally you hear of reptiles like Tortoise and American Alligator Snapping Turtles which live so damn long. But for a mammal it is rare. I guess it isn't always the larger something is the longer it lives, look at poor Great Danes vs Chihuahuas life spans and it is 5 years average for Danes, and chihuahuas can live up to 20 years! So biology is crazy sometimes.
@@BFKAnthony817 mate no one's having a whale as a pet
@@feath3rs No, I said that puts things into perspective what he said. We are long living animals, but there are much longer living ones which is why I mentioned it. Some things outlive us by centuries. That is what is mind blowing. Yes we outlive most of our pets by many untold generations, but some other creatures like the Greenland Shark can live up to 400 years. That is really extraordinarily long.
@@BFKAnthony817 tardigrades are basically immortal aren’t they
@@raindogred You are twisting their words. That is not even what they were meaning. They were saying compared to the long lives of humans that live on average around 80+ years and dogs and cats and most other pets that rarely live for more than a few years or 20 if lucky, they are a small percentage of your total length of life. They didn't mean they were not important to them.
I am the guy in the video and am always overwhelmed by the support and love from so many. I recently lost my momma after being her caretaker from battling cancer, and reading sweet comments helps me in more ways then I could have imagined. These comments have made it easier for me during our journey and even now. ❤
I am sorry for your loss. Sending you warm wishes of peace and comfort. I hope you will be rewarded for your good deeds
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that she is watching over you. Cats too! Bless you so deeply for the work you pursued to do.
Thanks for the video.
Bless you for being a gentle caretaker
You are a very, very special soul. Sending love and strength to you xxx💜🤍💛
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I didn't realize they were so short-lived. To be so cute, and to bless the world with so much cuteness for so short a time seems tragic. Lil' Miss will be missed ❤
They were among the first mammals in the world and they had to deal with so many reptilian predators that natural selection focused their genes more on reproduction and not longevity. Google "R-selected species" for more information about why they have such short lives.
I know, even rats can live for 4 years.
My thought exactly. Too cute, too soon gone💔
@@randall-flaggwhat 😭
@@randall-flaggwtf😂😂
Ugh that ending hit like a ton of bricks but I’m glad ppl saw this. They aren’t a threat, aren’t infected with rabies, and clearly can be loving. RIP you sweet, smart animal.
And they eat ticks.
for that alone they need to be pampered like royalty ticks are the worst
hypocrite. I'm sure you really believe that they're a threat, infected with rabies, and not loving. But since you wanted attention on youtube you said the opposite.
they also eat feces. @@mellow5123
They're incredible animals.
I had no idea their lifespan was so short. How very sad. What an incredible story.
What a nice fellow this guy is.
Their lifespan in captivity is usually 3-4 times longer. She may have had a health issue.
Nice pfp
@@lorraineclark4413 the oldest recorded captive opossum was four years and five months, in the wild however one would be lucky to live to twelve months.
In the wild they only live 1-2 years on average but in captivity they can live 4-5 years.
@@kandijaimz just like moths. Beutiful and amazing but sadly live so short... poor babies.
one of natures biggest mysteries to me is why these adorable creatures age so quickly. their metabolism is so slow that they dont even get infected with rabies. its so sad that a species would suffer like this. cudos for the guy that took her in. you are a kind spirit.
Actually, the rabies thing is because of their body temperature. It is very sad indeed. Especially for one that was living in captivity.
Their short lives increase the rate of adaptation because new generations occur extremely frequently. They can have 20 generations of offspring in one generation of human time. There's a trade-off for a long generational cycle -- less genetic adaptability. Since humans perform most of our adaptation to environment at the social level, we don't require many genetic generations to adapt. Animals with less complex brains or more stable environments don't require as high a generational frequency.
Some say that we're here on this earth to learn to love and because animals have such pure spirits they don't need be in this "school" as long as humans do.
@@msplacebo-246 that's so accurate and heartwarming in a special kind of way.
@@michaeldavid6832 thanks for the thorough explanation, you seem like a biologist from the way you analysed it.
Damn...this made me cry. I love opossums, and I didn't know their lifespan was so short. That's not fair. This man's cool, I want to be his friend.
I understand how you felt for I feel the same. Wished they could live longer.. like 10 years at least
I found a baby on the road. Took her home and raised her. She was so sweet and never was mean. Sat on my shoulder and drank iced tea. I still miss her😢
It's so sad that they only live for a few years
@@martynBVT "A few" is a lot longer than they live. They're elderly and usually die at 1, and if they make it to 1.5 or 2 it's almost unheard of. Rats have the same short lifespan. It's really unfair.
@@Dirk_Strider our rats got to like 4 years old in general
She was like 9 hours in the wild and thought to herself " yup that's enough" 😂
"I want my dad! DAAAADDDD!!!"
Had a crow did the same.... After a day ... Found our house and was like....what the hell!
9 hours when you live a year compared to a human is like being gone for 3 weeks. It’s like a child being abroad on a summer vacation for 3 weeks.
@@mjg1544 very true!! Haha!!
Not to mention .... Free room and board, good food. Who wants to pass that up?
absofuckinglutely not jesus. Possums are very very well adapted to the wild. They are NOT adapted well to being pets. Hence why it is DEAD
The world would be a better place if we had more people like this guy.
I agree. If we all helped a bit, the difference would be huge.
Instead, be like that guy
@@Aufbleiben no u, I’m already a foster dad for dogs lol
@@Littlestaxolotl Hey, my hamster had a great life
Yes, that was my first thought as well. This so so rare in this world that humans show any compassion or respect for other living beings.
Man I got nothing but respect for this kid. What a amazing human being.
Are you calling a grown man "kid"?
Hes an old man
He definitely looks middle aged
Why call him a kid? Explain yourself.
Possums get such a bad rap, but they're really gentle, meek creatures. So glad this kind person gave this one a good life.
I was not prepared to learn she only lived a year.
Thank you, Dylan, for all that you do.
Awwwh
Common opossums only live to be about 1 -- 2 years maximum.
Why did I even read this :(
@@kitsulu8576 wow
Chances are, it was death by car like every other one you find on the road.🤷
I literally cried when he said that she passed away a year later. She lived a happy life. :)
Me too
I'm still crying
Meet toooo.
Same,,,
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This guy is living the dream. Lucky him, and all the animals he helps.
I had no idea the oppossum lived short lives. All the animals he rescues and cares for is incredible. Takes a dedicated and special person. Lil Miss was too cool. RIP 🎉
In my experience watching opossums the females will usually make it to around 2 years and I saw one who made it three. It's the males who rarely make it much past a year.
I had no idea their life span is so short or that they can bond with humans. Lil Miss was a great friend to have, even if it wasn’t a long time together. ❤️
Yes, that's kind of shocking their lifespan is so short.
Ditto. I was like, "That's it?"
Yeah, I thought it would be at least 5 or 6 years. Shocking how short their lifespan is.
I will never understand why their lifespans are so freaking short, it’s really unfair. Skunks and raccoons also have pretty short lifespans. All 3 are some of my favorite animals, so that factoid always makes me very sad :(
@@thetwistedsamurai I just googled it. Skunks and raccoons have longer lifespans than opossums in captivity.
I had no idea that opossums had such a short life span. How heartbreaking it must have been to say goodbye to her. Suppose we can take comfort in the fact that she was one lucky opossum to have known only love and kindness all through her short time with such a great "Dad".
Yeah it's really weird for an animal that large
It’s one to about 4 years give or take -
Ditto. I thought a decade or more would be its lifespan.
Me neither.. I thought they live as long as dogs..
When they are in captivity I guess it can double that but it's no guarantee
Nothing more heartwarming than seeing a man be so tender, gentle, attentive and silly!!! Lil Miss was such a lovely little lady. I’m so happy they had their special bond. He is a very special man.
Thank you for being a credit to the human race!!! Your compassion for this little angel and for all the animals you rescue is just so wonderful and special!!!
My God! This is the most wholesome thing I’ve seen all year.
1 to 2 year lifespan?!? That is just heartbreaking.
Yeah I didn't know that either. .,.. absolutely so so heartbreaking
I've heard they make good pets but if you are a person who gets really emotional over the passing of a pet, opossums aren't for you as they do have a very short life span. Seems a cruel trick of nature.
I had one for 8 years! They can live a long time if properly cared for.
@@artisticendeavors5076 From everything I've read, you were very lucky!
@@gregorylapointe4157 similar to rats
I've befriended a mouse at work. It started when I would occasionally see him run across the window sill. After I found where his hiding spot was, I would leave some crumbs outside for him. Now when I walk by there, I will see these beady eyes looking at me, letting me know he is hungry. He eats from my hand know, sometimes nibbling away, and sometimes he'll take the food and run. I also leave a bottle cap of water for him. he enjoys that.
Mr Bojangles? Great pp btw.
Kenny, God bless you.
You better take it home or something before some asshole puts down a glue trap. If you care about that mouse you don't want to see what that glue trap will do to him/her
Update: You are now playing board games, like MouseTrap with it now.
your a kindred spirit kenny...when i was young we rented a ski house for a couple years in the country. when this bunch of young people moved in there was a mouse that lived in the house. we treated it like a room mate and fed it some of our food at mealtimes, had its own bowl on the floor. nobody thought anything of it but we had to warn guests not to hurt it. we got some funny looks lol...it was still there when we left. just another one of gods creatures...
You gave her a wonderful possum life. You're a good soul ❤
The tears that ambushed me when we learned she only lived a year. My heart.
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69th 👍
I don’t think they have a long life span . Sad
Well, you should instead think about it like once of the happiest opossum to ever live
It’s all relative. In the grand scheme of things our lifespans are little blips with respect to the age of Earth.. ~78 years, the average human age, vs. ~4.5 billion years, the estimated age of Earth. If those 4.5 billion were instead a year, our life would be like a nanosecond in duration. That creature lived a good ass life compared to 99.999% of his kind.
This was a heartwarming story. I can’t believe they have such short life spans. What a spectacular animal. I adore animals.
Pretty Spectacular Guy Too !!
A domestic opossum I'm certain will live much longer. Take feral cats; they will live 5-7 years, vs domestics living 18-20 years.
@@dangre00 a feral cats average age is 3 to 4 yrs due to injury's , disease , fights with other animals , starvation. Weather. The average house cat's age 12 to 13 yrs. I have many cat's and many more over the yrs 20 at one time and ferals also. Some die sooner some live longer. It's just what I've observed.
We used to have many snails and slugs around here. With that, came the opposoms.
They would eat the snails.
I rarely see snails any more and not as many opposoms either🤔 ( Droughts?)
Cute story. They're cute little critters. Thanks for sharing.
That's too short af a lifespan crazy
Beautiful pictures.. so hard to say goodbye😢, trust me, I know, but the time you had with her was priceless!
We rescued a baby possum and she lived with our family till age 1 and a half. We named her Pandy and she was super friendly and kind. Possums are a special! ❤
1-2 years....that's just tragic. I'm convinced that animal caretakers, like this guy, are the toughest people on this planet, because they have to raise and bond with all these animals, knowing one day they'll have to go, one way or the other.
nah caretakers at nursing homes or hospitals
there are insects who exsist just to die the next day
also i agree with you
@@trickzzz0 Man screw those folks, animals and their caretakers are waaaay better.
@@trickzzz0 I know people who works as caretakers they hate their jobs. From the system behind it to some of the patients. You won't believe how disrespectful old people can be when their life is in your hands.
Yeah, that's a really short time on this earth for a mammal. Foxes also have short life spans... 5 years or so.
Even though this opossum only lived for a year, this man gave this little guy the best life it could ever have.
Girl*
The way you phrased it is so inspiring, I never thought of animals that way. We are basically immortal to them. They know us all their life and we hardly age while we see them turn from pup/kit into an adult and then finally watch them pass.
@@chrisbustos1431 little guy is guy or girl. 😊
id like to know how it died. if it was living with him it should have lived alotttt longer than a year
@@tyreesneed they don’t actually live that long 💓
Thank you for loving her and giving her a wonderful life !
Such a sweet little thing she was!
I rescued an elderly possum that had apparently been hit by a car. He had a huge scab. Got him inside, warm, and fed. On three different antibiotics.
He was doing so well, until he just wouldn't eat. Broke my hert when he passed.
I didn't realize they only lived a couple of years.
It’s a shame she didn’t live longer. She did it her way though and was with her true love. RIP lil Miss.
my thoughts exactly
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She lived as long as she possibly could. Most opossums don't live that long.
@@mariaragonese2543 such short lives - most animal species the same size typically live longer. but she lived the best life she could have :)
@@mariaragonese2543 so unfair, why can't we trade her longevity for hillary's?
I had a male. He was so tiny when I got him my vet actually told me he wouldn't live but I couldn't just give up on him. I called him "little bit" because he was barely anything and I didn't want to "name him" because I didn't think he'd survive (completely hairless, completely pink, mouth still sealed except for a tiny hole in the front, maybe 2 inches from nose to rump). I took care of him around the clock. It was weeks before I finally even considered the possibility that he might live. But he did. He was so affectionate and cuddly. He'd run to me the minute I got home from work. If he was napping he was in my lap. He was so completely trusting. More than any animal I've ever enteracted with. I only had him for 3 years (most opossums don't live that long) but I absolutely loved that opossum.
Thank you for ur story.
It's so sad that opossums don't live very long up to 3 years. It's sooo adorable !
@@AG-nc7wj it definitely makes you appreciate them when you have them though. You know your time is short so you make the most of it. It's been nearly 10 years since I lost mine and I still miss him. He was a complete cuddle bug and I'm grateful for the time I had with him.
So cute
Do you have videos you could share?
It takes a special person to take care of animals and put the animal's needs above their own. The rescue looks lovely. I'm sorry Lil Miss wasn't with him longer but he gave her her best life.
What a precious gift she was... thank you, for being there for her!
Wow, I didn't even realize they had such a short lifespan. She lived a full, happy life full of love. You gave her a once in a lifetime opportunity, I thank you for doing this! ❤️
They don't. In captivity, it should have lived 5 to 11 years.
@@zufalllx No, opossums definitely don't live up to 11 years. They grow very fast and die very fast, even in captivity.
@@123forafurry I have first hand experience in this. You can't be more wrong
@@adamwest3512 First, rodents are mammals. Second, possums aren't rodents, they are marsupials.
@@zufalllx nope
Opossums only live 1 to 2 years? I never knew their life span was so short. Gentle creatures, all said and told.
I feed them cat food every night. They love kibble and the ferals get along with them just fine. One night I had a possum, a racoon, and a cat all standing in line at the bowl waiting their turns!
I didn't realize that either. I have a opossum that eats the cat food with the feral cats too. Her baby likes sleeping in one of the cat houses I made for the feral cats. That kind of makes me sad that their life span isn't that long because I've gotten accustomed to seeing them around and love that they have no fear of us. They're pretty amazing.
Indeed! She should have been so much older. ❤️❤️❤️
Awesome!!! Thank you for rescuing soooo many innocent animals and sharing your journey on UA-cam to bring light to the need of animals.
I’m ashamed to admit that I didn’t know their lifespans were so very short. They’re so cute
Same for me.
Wait, how long do they live for? :(
@@McMushTrippy Like 2 years maximum.
It’s 1 to about 4 years
Don’t feel shame for that or anything - lol
E gad
What a treasure of a man Dylan is. Not many like him around unfortunately. He brings light to this dark and cruel world.
I mean give me 10 acres and i'll do it
Hm, not so sure about that I feel like most of humanity appreciates and likes animals. Our problem is lack of education and short-term thinking, combined with the greed of evil / rich people, leading to the extinction of so many creatures across the world.
@@vapecat1982 me 2! I'd be happy with one acre.
That's a very pessimistic outlook. The world is safer than it's ever been.
He is precious. An angel on earth. 😇
She was meant to be and stay with you ❤She is your child, your little girl ❤. She and probably all your rescued animals feel safe and at home with you. You are wonderful to take on this very large and important tash.Thank you for doing all you do .
I raised a baby possum whose mother was killed by a car back in the 70's when I was a kid. That possum rode around on my head on my bike all over the neighborhood. All my friends wanted to play with the possum. It was very friendly. When it grew up it chewed through a plywood wall of its enclosure and escaped. I was sad and for years to come every time I saw a dead possum on the side of the road I wondered if it was my possum. But the experience definitely gave me a love and appreciation for possums that no one else I've ever met has.
I cried a little when I heard in the video about her passing..wasn’t expecting that. I know when you have a bond that strong, the day they go away is tough and you just never fully recover. RIP little Miss!!
When mine died straight on the barbecue 🍖 surprisly excellent
Nothing is ever lost to God !!!! Animals never sin . God made animals first . JESUS was born in a stable . Little King David took care of the family's sheep . White horses in God's home . If you.have a relationship with our Lord Jesus you will be there also .
So sad! Poor thang!
RIP, Lil Miss. You experienced life from a perspective few opossums ever could. You lived a great life. Heck, many people would envy your lifestyle and the love you shared. Dylan should be proud.
Thank you so much for your kind words 🙏 ❤
Powerful owls rip possum heads off btw. Gruesome…
This is such a wonderful animal rescue story. Whenever possible, a wild animal rescue that consists of one caring human being who will be that animal's guardian angel for the rest of its life is the BEST rescue for that animal. I am convinced of that
This was a beautiful tribute to Little Miss. 🥲
Fell in love with these creatures before I found out about their lifespan. Never thought I could shed a tear for a opossum until it happened. Over and over and over and over. They are amazing little things.
I have a friend who rescued a baby opossum that was left by her mama while chased by dogs. She was so tiny her eyes weren't even open yet. The dogs chewed her up, no one thought she would make it... but now she's a year old and can hobble around the yard whenever she wants. She doesn't have long now but she is given a comfortable full life with lots of grapes and cuddles
I like how the cat in the background just menacingly standing right there while watching his owner holding the baby opossum.
it's looking at that opossum like it was a mouse
Cat: "Soon.."
reminds me of Joe Rogan bit about cats, lol
Having lived with many cats and opossums, I promise you the cats do not mess with the possums... not more than once, anyway!
@@bengalkityy2594 😂😂
It's sad that they have such a short lifespan. So adorable.
I had no idea it was that short! My gosh! Well she had a great life full of all kind of adventure and love!
Why do they have short lifespans?
@@benjaminfranklin7030 Cause the nature of the universe is cruel, and reality is often bleak. You should know that if you're going to take on the name of a legendary nihilistic freemason.
Is opossum still alive?
@@mikenuzzo3323 3:28
Like some of the other comments, I welled up with tears to learn she was only with you for a year. We need more people like you who have the compassion to save animals. Thank you for your big heart
My opossum friend used to go to my backyard at night, carrying a bunch of children on her back. They make great mothers. Wonderful creatures
Oh my heart... what a wonderful man. The world needs more people just like him...
There are, they’re just usually not as handsome
@@Garl_Vinland Lol
We all should strive to be like Dylan! What an awesome man that truly loves & respects all animals! Yes! Dylan is a sweetheart!
I had the intense joy of fostering 2 baby squirrels after my cat killed their mother. I had to get permission from Lands and Forests under the promise to release them when they were old enough. They stayed with me for 5 weeks and an officer suggested releasing them at the children's play park about 2 miles from my home. Lots of pine trees for nesting and lots of kids to mooch snacks haha. The day I released them, I placed their cage on a picnic table and opened the door. They sat on my shoulders for over an hour before climbing down and running off into the trees. We caused quite the sensation sitting there lol. I spent the time talking to the kids and their parents about fostering and caring for them and how important it was to let them free rather than keeping them caged.
That's awesome 👍
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She is showing you that you are now for her to nurture and protect. Living in the the country makes you feel your connection with nature. And how we are part of a bigger plan.
Beautiful video! All those animals are angels being taken care of by an archangel! Lil´Miss, you were a sweet sweet soul! Thank you!💖
I wish every human was like this guy. What an absolute incredible person. Thank you for doing what you do. Sincerely. This world is better with people like you in it
Mills.
Right.
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Fire H.
Your comment is stupid.
change yourself first.
@Fire Heart I haven't a clue how you managed to turn what I said into a negative but it's pretty impressive.
@@lucasmills9959 In his defense, most people and make such comments about wanting everyone to be like such and such a good person, Are rarely like that good person themselves
I’ve raised several dozen, and it’s absolutely true. They are the most amazing creatures I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing.
I'm sure the love & companionship is worth the hearth break in the end... 💘
@@majinvegeta7777 it is, just like with any other animal. I’ve had thousands over the years, and it is never easier. I never feel prepared.
@@user-pt1cz4ot1e Youre such a beautiful soul. We need more people in this world to be kinder to each other, our animals & our mother earth..
@@majinvegeta7777 you’re so sweet. That’s very true, isn’t it? 💜
In a crappy old world this was an inspiring and heartwarming story. Thank you
To the guy who rescued and raised that sweet Opposum. Thank you for explaining (in so many words) that animals are all different and much sweeter, nicer, unique, and special than people think. The human race really needs to hear this. (Especially meat eaters so they/we can appreciate the life that was sacrificed for them/us, and give thanks to the beautiful animals that nourish their/our bodies). I have always felt this way about animals even as a young child, which is why as an adult I can’t stop adopting them. I honestly just can’t turn them away. Especially since I believe they find and imprint on their human parent/parents. I know they do. They can sense an animal advocate, but also they know who will help them if they need it. Like humans, some animals are self reliant and some just want to be free and/or left alone, but I feel like more times than not they actually need us more than we think, but sadly so many people turn them away out of fear, prejudice, and misunderstanding. Lastly like you said animals are much smarter than we think. They deserve patience, respect, understanding, compassion, and unconditional love. Thanks for sharing this story. Love and light to all that read this 🙏🏼✌🏼😁🖤
I eat meat. I have no intention of stopping, either. That being said I try to always remember that the cost of my survival is the death of another. Cafos, veal, and other cruelties need eradicated. Genetic modification must be done with greater care to ensure quality of life and safety of consumption.
Science, like nature, must also be tamed
With a view towards its preservation
Given the same state of integrity
It will surely serve us well
The most endangered species, the honest man
Will still survive annihilation
Forming a world, a state of integrity
Sensitive, open, and strong
- N.E.P.
„You can have all my buttons, because I love you!“ That sentence is so powerful, it broke me up. Had to rewind and watch it again. Beautiful!
This is a perfect example of “If you love them, let them go. If they come back, they’re yours forever.”
Except forever is only a year 😭
Ya but what if you can't let go? Are you a dick for it?
🗣📢 *Pin Worthy*
Lil Miss is now in heaven, she has a wonderful life!!! Thank you so much for that 💝💝💝💝💝💝
Just like that other person said definitely didn't know they had such a short life span...not gonna lie..i cried...It's absolutely amazing and beautiful what u do!! Don't ever stop!!!
Thank you for taking care of Lil Miss. (Shedding a few tears....). I didn't realize they have such short life spans. So sweet!
If we had more character like Dylan, the WHOLE WORLD be so much better place. keep it up and spread the word!
Lets start be like him.
Agreed....more animals, less Democrats. Perfect world.
@@dh-flies stop bringing politics into every conversation
@@stxrships940 fr, its become peoples personality types now lmao. Obsession.
@Fire Heart I bet you're the life at all the 3rd grade parties.
Yes! Wild animals, domesticated animals, and human animals have a lot in common! A decent human is a compassionate human!
this is the HELL on earth! you barely get a relation with an animal and they pass away! leaving us with pain, loss, missing ... TEARS!!!
My family rescued a possum after it's mother died when it was a baby. I can truly and honestly say, these little guys are some of the most caring, adorable, wonderful pets you'll ever have. For all of those who are uncomfortable with possums, give them a chance! 🧡
They are wonderful creatures.
I always thought they were little monsters but they're actually cute.
Lil Miss was a beautiful, adorable spirit and she and this beautiful human being shared a special bond .. I have a feeling that this precious spirit is still with this wonderful human being, and always will be 💞💞💞💞
@Elsa ♪ 💞💞💞
My sister is an animal rehabilitator and she raised an opossum from the time it was a baby. The thing was EXTREMELY smart, it would sit on her shoulder, play with her kids as if it was a dog or a cat and never bothered to bite any of them. She just recently had to give it to another rehabilitator because she was moving and it nearly broke her heart to do it.
Sweet, sad story. What a great guy.
I’m so heart broken to find out that she only lived for 1 year, but it was filled with love and care , thanks god for people like this man ❤
Honestly, I thought they lived longer too. Now I'm sad
2-4 yrs depending on the breed, that's why I'm not going to get one 😭
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That's really short. You put a lot of love and effort in the upbringing but the lifespan is too short.
Lil miss may have not lived long, but through this story she's touched soooo many lives! What a gentle loving soul this guy is. Thank you for sharing!
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Possums Only Live 2 to 3 years. That's a full life to opossum
Ive recently gotten 2 opposums, it almost turned out to be 3 however the 3rd one was injured so we had to give them to a rescue center.
Throughout these few months (3maybe) ive found myself to love these little ghost face looking animals!
Ive found them being extremely smart and very curious. People say theyre a waste of money but in all actuality they can return as much love as you give them.
We need more videos like these, shining light upon misunderstood animals. ❤
I love this man our lord has a beautiful spot for you! Love peace and blessings
The music, the mission, the animals and especially
The Possum. They are awesome creatures, misunderstood gems. 💖
This man is living my dreams.
This is what we’re supposed to be doing, taking care of this planet and it’s incredible wildlife. Instead, we work dumb jobs we hate so we can keep affording to live in places that separate us from each other and the world. It’s all wrong.
My dream life too❤️😎
Possums invade my house to eat cat food sometimes. They make a much different, messier crunching sound. I touched them, they don’t bite back.
Individuals like Lil'Miss do come along and they bring joy and eye opening affection with them. So sad they live short lives but it doesn't diminish what they contribute to our shared earth - they touch it so lightly.
Possum and oppossums are different. Oppossums are in the West, Possums are in Australia I believe.
I miss mine every day. She was a perfect pet. Litterbox trained. Very clean. Slept about 15 hrs a day. Only ONE thing I hate about the Opposum, is the short lifespan. To this day, when I see one dead on the road, I'll check their pouch for babies...
Wow! You are an awesome person!
Has anyone given a biological reason as to why they live such a short life? Is it that they simply age fast?
@alan Rogs Yeah, they just age fast. 3 years is a good ripe old age. 3 and a half, if you're lucky. Mother nature is weird. An African Grey parrot with a heart smaller than a marble can live for a hundred years, but the poor ole Opposum only gets three years, and people actually run over the poor little fellers on purpose. They sure got hit with the unlucky stick... Breaks my old heart.
@@pagliaccisghost269 I have a job that requires me to drive a lot and the worst thing about it is seeing so many dead animals along the road. It makes me sad.
@alan Rogs Well, if you ever get a chance to get a baby Opossum, they make great riding companions. They sleep most of the time, and they're super clean. I knew a truck driver that had one named Dalila. She was a fat, sweet thing. Everyone loved her. You put your finger out, and they'll curl their tail around your finger, and hang upside down. Big snuggle bugs too.
@@pagliaccisghost269 Their short life span would make me too hesitant
I saved a little baby that got stuck in the office at my automotive shop. I let him go after a couple of days, but he was adorable. It's been about five years now, so I know he's gone, but I hope he lived a good life after we met.
Such a short life span! 😢and you got to live with this amazing animal dad, what a pair you were!! And all amazing animal family too, little bit envious, well done!! Absolutely beautiful animal family story, thank you so much for sharing 😊😊😊😊
I hope you see that your an inspiration to the world and the world loves you for who you are .
God bless you .
❤❤❤ thank you!!
I never realized their lives were that short. Lovely little girl.
BTW: the short clip of the goat trying to grab food as it was being poured down was hilarious.
A short lifespan filled with enough wonderful memories to last a lifetime. I've rescued several and adore them so much.
@@ZERO_O7X Could be, but still shocking. I just read that a landmine sniffing rat died at eight years. I always thought larger mammals lived longer than small ones. Sad to hear it.
even more reason to shoot em on sight
Goats are hilarious!
I would give everything I have to be able to have a life like this guy. Owning land and taking care of rescued animals and rehabilitating them would be an absolute dream for me
Me too!
Do it! Or donate to a cause that is! It is really not impossible, you can volunteer with a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre in the States or abroad
I feel you, also, your username + pfp are hilarious lmao
Same
@@the.corvidian lol I came here to say that
Animals are the best thing in the world, people who love, rescue, help, care for and have compassion for animals are special.
So sad she passed away but you gave her such a wonderful life and rescuing all of these animals is so awesome!! Youre a real hero!!! 🩷
Little Miss can't be wrong, sorry for your loss.
Damn I literally starting crying when he said she passed away and that opossums only live a year maybe 2, I really wasn't ready for that.
I'm feel so sad.
R.I.P Lil Miss
Dylan, you're truly one of the good ones, thank you
Go vegan for the animals💚
They live 1-2 years in the wild. The average lifespan for a possum in captivity is 3-5 years.
I,d be sad too , my Rats got much older, my parents got us Rats , and many other pets, and we even took em out in the park in the evening,.. ,🐾 part of the family 🐾
@@lenelli1349 if an opposum demands it.. 🐾
@@lenelli1349 people dont really eat opossums
I have a blind opossum , I named no-see.. A very sweet animal, even though they hiss a lot. Thank you for all that you do. I know taking care of wildlife is a labor of love.
Bless the caretakers of the world
Im sad that their lifespan is soo short. But she definitely lived a full life of love.
"A year later Lil Miss came to Dylan, she passed away." That broke my heart, but she passed with the one she loved and not alone in the wild...you're a sweet man Dylan
We had an opossum growing up, his name was Skippy, because he loved peanut butter. He was an awesome pet, and a friend. He knew us from strangers, and always smiled when we were around,
You gave her love and you can see she loved you. Blessings.
her coming back even when he tried to release her was probably so confirming for both of them. She probably felt like "oh so i'm not trapped here, I CAN choose to leave. but i don't want to" and he probably felt the confirmation of all his love and hard work having such an intense effect on a typically solitary animal.
I genuinely started crying when he said "...because Daddy always misses you". It is absolutely heart-breaking that they were only able to share a single year together - clearly a year of so much love ♡
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Because he was loved and cared for by decent human beings! He belonged to his own special family and he lived longer because of you. Sorry for your loss and I respect you.
Some our of favorite furry companions don't live long enough relative to other animals. Dogs are a "man's best friend" and only live a fraction of what turtles and birds do. Parrots live an average of 50 years. You want a tortoise for your yard? Hope that yard survives 80 to 150 years.
I'm crying right now. Very moved & surprised they only live a short time. Many blessings to this kind hearted man 🤍
@N yes
Oh my goodness she is the cutest little thing ever! Her as a baby was freaking adorable! Thank you for saving her! 🥰.....i had no idea that they only lived for a year or 2 at most 🥺
For me, animal companions are way better than humans. They stay with you no matter what, even on your darkest days, they bring happiness.
What do you think humans are, non-animals?
I raised a possum from a little baby, named her Tia. She was an awesome possum and so loved by everyone and every animal in our home. I had my presuppositions about possums which turned out to be ALL wrong. She taught me so much about these sweet gentle loving and very beneficial animals. If you have one in your yard, then you’ve got an awesome little gardening helper. My sweet Tia was bathed and had the prettiest collar and the best of food. Possums fur is incredibly soft when it’s clean. They are clean creatures when they’re not wild. I loved to take Tia with me wherever I’d go because it gave me and Tia a chance to educate people about these beautiful sweet precious animals. Rest In Peace my sweet Tia. It’s been many years ago but I miss you so much still.
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Possums killed my chickens
@@doug1039 That's bullshit.
@@michelxyz were you there? I shot and killed that sob in my henhouse surrounded by eleven dead or dying birds. I now kill each one I find on my property
How many years did she live? Is it true tbey only live 2-4 years?
I worked with half a dozen non-releasable opossums over the years as a wildlife educator. They're all so special, but one in particular - who actually looked a lot like Lil Miss (surprising since they all look quite different when you know them!) - really grabbed onto my heart strings, and my bond with her was so special. I had worked for over a decade with over a hundred animals, and I had never cried as hard as I did when she passed. Thank you for sharing the opossum love :)
A couple zookeepers that were raising a pair of babies told me that they ended up with feces on them every time they handled the young opossums. Has this been your experience at all? Otherwise I think they are super cute
@@ChevTecGroup I didn't raise babies, but it's not an issue with adolescents and adults. They're actually quite clean and use a litterbox without much training at all :)
I am very sorry for your loss !! 💔💜🥁🐉🎤💕💞
I love possums too here in Australia. I also feel the same way about rats. 😍
Do you believe in the afterlife?
She was so precious and so too, are you kind Sir, for all you did for her and continue to do for those voiceless and vulnerable. You and your partners/staff are real Keepers. Thanks!!!
I never thought I'd be crying over an opossum, but here we are