Unplanned Heroics: How a Day Took an Unexpected Turn with a Possum Rescue

Mia Nightshade

Updated Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

Yesterday was anything but ordinary for a good Samaritan and their friend, who found themselves in an unexpected situation involving a possum. The day, which began like any other, quickly turned into a memorable adventure that had a happy ending for all involved.

The video titled "My day yesterday did not go like I expected," showcases a affecting rescue of a possum. A viewer commented, "aww You and your friend are great humans. I'm so glad this had a happy ending & the possum has better days ahead! Brave of you to handle it before knowing what was wrong with it lol." This sentiment was echoed by many, underscoring the bravery and kindness shown by the rescuers.

However, a reminder from another commenter highlights the importance of caution. "Small PSA: be careful around surprisingly docile and unfearful wild mammals. Sometimes it's like the above, but sometimes it's rabies." This serves as a crucial piece of advice for anyone who might find themselves in a similar situation.

One user expressed their affection for the rescued animal, simply stating, "is bebi," while another empathized with, "Poor baby!" The video clearly touched many hearts, with comments like, "Well done! Opossums are the best creatures!" and "Lucky for him that he found you! 💚"

While the rescue was successful, some users offered valuable advice on handling wildlife. "Leave your cats inside and only let them out when they are supervised," and "I'm glad it turned out well, but you shouldn't handle a nocturnal animal who is out in the daytime and not bothered by your presence." This advice is a gentle reminder of the precautions needed when dealing with wild animals.

The rescue inspired admiration and a sense of community among viewers. "People who help and save animals are good people and who I want to be friends with," one user expressed. Another added a humorous touch: "Honestly if I was a billionaire, this is some of the stuff I would do. 'You wouldn't know I won the lottery but there would be signs.'"

Appreciation for the rescuers was widespread, with comments like, "Thank you kind human for caring about another living creature 🩷," and "Possums are great, immune to rabies and eat so many ticks. Glad you saved this one." One user amusingly added, "Area clear of ticks, sir!"

A touching story shared by a user detailed their experience with a pet possum: "We had a pet possum as well. My father found her abandoned while mowing the lawn. He told us not to get attached while we looked for the home but he fell in love with her first lol. Possums are amazing and very misunderstood. He named her Dora because she always loved walking around the house and explore. The cats and dogs loved her as well. She got sick and just passed away a month ago. :'("

The video concluded with grateful and encouraging messages, such as, "So glad you saved the pointy rat kitty :)," and "Thank you for the Happily ever After ending." One user humorously noted, "What's the #1 reason for a day of work in Australia? OPPOSSUM ATTACK! :)"

In addition to the affecting rescue, one user couldn't help but appreciate the surroundings: "It must be said. The slab and frame look very nice." This sentiment perfectly encapsulates the unexpected joys and observations that can come from a day that didn't go as planned.

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Top Comments from Imgur

emjei

aww You and you friend are great humans. I'm so glad this had a happy ending & the possum has better days ahead! Brave of you to handle it before knowing what was wrong with it lol

MachineInterface

Small PSA: be careful around surprisingly docile and unfearful wild mammals. Sometimes it's like the above, but sometimes it's rabies.

GeminiDreams

is bebi

LadyGreybird

Poor baby!

Phixik

Well done! Opossums are the best creatures!

ParallelParkingInABurka

Lucky for him that he found you! 💚

Snooj

I'm glad it turned out well, but you shouldn't handle a nocturnal animal who is out in the daytime and not bothered by your presence.

anarchoFeline

leave your cats inside and only let them out when they are supervised

fatgiraffe69

People who help and save animals are good people and who I want to be friends with.

BEARD3DBEANIEE

honestly if I was a billionaire, this is some of the s*** I would do "You wouldn't know I won the lottery but there would be signs"

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