When Bail the possum was rescued, he was the size of a chapstick and his eyes were still closed.
The newborn was so fragile, his rescuer, Serenity, worried about him throughout the entire several-hour trip to her home. Although she had cared for possums before, it was her first experience with one so young.
Serenity quickly became Bail’s new mother and said that raising him was “like having a newborn baby.” The young possum relied on her for body heat to stay warm and cried out when he needed her. She constantly got up to check on him, and fed him every three hours.
Soon, Bail opened his eyes, doubled in size, grew more hair, and began eating on his own. He also became more independent and curious.
Although possums are typically better off in the wild, because of his gentle disposition, Bail will remain under Serenity’s care.
This heartwarming story reminds us that popular stereotypes of possums as pesky, aggressive, and destructive simply aren’t true. These sweet, loving animals deserve our compassion and respect.
That is a fabulous rescue story what a lovely creature! Very adorable!!!!!
he is beautiful; thank you for caring!
Such a heart-warming story.
It’s very nice of you to look after this Baby & to make sure he survived. In return I am sure he must be making you happy everyday. Animals make our life happier & complete.
Stop dierenleed. Dieren moeten met respect behandelen. Dieren zijn zoals mensen. Levende wezens
Well done Serenity!
So I guess she’s going to keep him?
Love you Bail, the possum. Hope you are always taken care of. Thank you for sharing this.
What an adorable guy! Thank you for rescuing and raising Bail. He’ll be in good hands for the rest of his life💕
And possums are excellent animals to have around. They are shy, adorable creatures that never give us a problem.
We have several that come around to partake of the neighborhood stray’s kibble and water.
how can something sooo not cute be sooo damn cute?? (-: that had to take a lot of work and patience. amazing job!
GOD BLESS YOU KATIE VALENTINE. YOU ARE TRULY AN INSPIRATION.
THANK YOU for being there for them — he would not have made it without you — you’re the best — he sure is attached — I hope he has a happy, healthy life – again, Thank you for caring for them and loving them.
This is not an American Opossum. Where is this? Possums are the oldest living mammal alive, and generally do NOT tame down. There are exceptions.
Thank you so much for your caring. He is beautiful.