A visit to the shop from “Fatty” the ground squirrel…..

“Fatty” came by the shop to say hi, get some pettin and some peanuts…..

[@adventuresofchunkythesquirrel]

Adorable.....

[@janettehammons3966]

It’s amazing how they can stuff their little cheeks

[@coach20348]

They fit so many peanuts in there they look like hammerhead squirrels!

[@kellygrubbs915]

My heart just melted!!! 🥰

[@golimysquirru-hy8ib]

Fatty is very beautiful and attractive. 😘😘Looks like they love peanuts😍

[@coach20348]

Yes, they absolutely love peanuts….

[@advisingconsumer599]

Very cool squirrel. 😎

[@marissaawesome2422]

Thank you. I have my own little squirrel girl I take care of...She can never be released but thanks for helping that baby out

[@coach20348]

That's great!

[@michaelangelo7511]

Sweet little guy.

[@juliegreenan2244]

He's so cute 🥰

[@coach20348]

I love this little dude…. It puts a smil on my face everyday. Thanks for your comment.

[@bridgemannette3097]

Thank you for caring and sharing with Fatty, ❤️‍🔥

[@coach20348]

Thank you for the comment. Animals have always been drawn to me.

[@tedbell4416]

He gets them out of the shell faster than planters

[@coach20348]

Sure does. lol!

[@BonnieB1500]

Thank you for sharing this precious video of this adorable little Angel!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@coach20348]

Thanks for viewing it….

[@shawnaginther1987]

🥰

[@Chris-ko5gk]

So cute! Such a messy eater! 😂I’m sure he’s very grateful for the food. Thanks for sharing. ❤️🐿️❤️🐿️

[@coach20348]

Yes, thank you. Very messy but that’s ok…. lol!

[@commonsense354]

What a cutie🥰

[@JDillon-qd7fh]

Very cool .😎

[@Adnancorner]

gawd I love the squirrels so much. They are adorable with those tiny ears and hands :P

[@user-od8ws9vk5l]

❤😊

[@debbiequesenberry5577]

That's one cute little friend you have there.

[@coach20348]

Thanks!

[@samarymarrero785]

Awww! Bless you! 🙏

[@coach20348]

Thank you!

[@keithdrummond1003]

What a machine. Tears thru nuts like I do tacos. Damn.

[@coach20348]

lol! Yes they frantically open them. It’s funny to see them spin the peanut to the perfect spot to start then just rip into it…

[@zombiekittybite80]

I luv this precious squirrel and I luv the fact you can pet him while feeding. So lucky. My squirrels just had their daily morning feeding and although 2 of them will take peanuts from my hand, I can never touch them. I luv them like they were my pets though.

[@keithdrummond1003]

Same. I live in a neighborhood where the neighbors don't like them. So I prefer them to not be so trusting. I bought an indoor cat playpen and put it outside my kitchen window. I cut holes in the metal cage only big enough for the squirrels to enter. 😊 It's about 5 feet tall so I put water bowls on top so it can't just tip over.

[@coach20348]

I did it slowly, there’s a few others I’m working with that will take them from me but still won’t allow me to touch them. I try while they stand close to open the peanuts. That’s how I was able to start touching Fatty.

[@misbahailia3345]

Such a cute and pretty critter Masha'Allah. 🥰

[@coach20348]

She is very sweet… and thank you I appreciate it.

[@jamespisano1164]

That's very cool. I have fed them in the past by hand and they're a bunch of fun. Nuts have lots of fat in them and they're not supposed to eat nuts too regularly; don't be afraid to offer him some veggies or friits cut up or something.

[@coach20348]

We give them oranges, tangerines, grapefruit and bananas as well.

[@jamespisano1164]

@@coach20348 That's awesome. Was just trying help you with the little guy, FYI

[@spincycle1970]

The Shop's Mascot

[@coach20348]

Yep. He makes sure to go and visit everyone in the business to say hi. He’s quite nosy and doesn’t mind shop noises or the bustling of a shop.

[@mariapuisis4029]

😂 that's adorable ❤

[@coach20348]

@@mariapuisis4029 he is super cute! Quite the personality…..

[@user-fp7rc6sp5t]

That squirrel should be in the 🎥 movies! 😮

[@coach20348]

I agree!

[@user-mn6pm2bs3q]

You can't believe how sharp their claws are.

[@coach20348]

Yes, very sharp. Their hands are very strong too. They tear through the dirt to dig their holes in record time, dirt flying everywhere. They grab my hand sometimes when I’m feeding them. They seem to be aware of it and try to be gentle with us. I’ve had the whole tip of my finger in their mouth and they haven’t bitten. The one time one of them did start to bite down I think it realized it was my finger and stopped.

[@squirrel-P998]

Fatty love❤

[@davebrunette6394]

That's awesome! I had a pet squirrel once.

[@coach20348]

I wish it was a pet, but it’s almost like one so it’s cool.

[@jaypickett3552]

,"These peanuts are making me thirsty !

[@coach20348]

They are yummy, I eat them often.

[@Heikin-Ashi-Larry]

I want a shop squirrel!!

[@Slay_No_More]

All the squirrels near me don't let anyone get within 40 feet of them and they take off.

[@coach20348]

It’s fun for sure…..

[@davidt3956]

What a nice break from work.

[@coach20348]

Yes, it definitely puts a smile on the face….

[@charlesbutler8057]

Trying to impersonate a chipmunk.

[@visoroverwatch3247]

Wish I could see the ground squirrels in my yard. All I see is holes tearing up my lawn lol.

[@coach20348]

lol! Those might be gophers….. I’ve noticed ground squirrels like hills, even the ones 20 miles away around my house are all on the side of hills. There is one massive crater on a flat spot the ones by my work made but beyond that I’ve only seen them on a hill.

[@becool_444]

Pets for peanuts 😉

[@coach20348]

He’s so soft….

[@nukacola3795]

I named my shop squirrel Bartholomew...after Bart Simpson. This squirrel does his own thing and isn't bothered by much. He's been a daily visitor for at least 3 years now. My brother has a wild Bluejay as a daily visitor. And another family member has a blackbird that will fly onto his hand on demand outside. It only takes a few mins to show kindness....to Anything.

[@coach20348]

That’s awesome! We got blackbirds now introducing themselves too…

[@guineapiglady2841]

@@coach20348 Why did you unloved my comment?

[@coach20348]

@@guineapiglady2841 accident. Sorry.

[@sammicoporsammicopor]

Why is he called fatty? He seems to be of normal weight.

[@coach20348]

When he sits and eats he looks fat. He’s actually not the biggest one bug earned the name…

[@guineapiglady2841]

@@coach20348 My two guinea pigs are fatter then yours.

[@coach20348]

@@guineapiglady2841 I don’t own Guinea pigs. I had one when I was a kid. Barnaby was his name. He was a black coat with rosettes. I used to bring him outside and let him explore, he’d always come back when I called him.

[@coach20348]

I try to reply to every comment but you make it kinda hard….. we seem to be having a miscommunication. I’ll try to understand a little better.

[@coach20348]

Yep. 🐬

[@bigmeatpete69420]

I dont think hes eating em just filling his cheeks!

[@coach20348]

Taking them back to their food stash….

[@OnMyGrindEveryDay]

How long until he let you pet him? or was it immediate? Explain the timeline of your relationship.

[@coach20348]

It took a couple months. I inched them closer and closer until they got used to me being close. Then I started to hold the peanuts and make them grab my fingers to get a nut, then I started to touch their tail and back. I started letting it climb on me when I was sitting out back. Now I can call him over.

[@OnMyGrindEveryDay]

@@coach20348 that’s so cool. I got a friend that climbs on me and sits in my lap, but he lives in the park. I think having them at your house makes it easier for you as they are more fond of you. I also think it’s just the personalities in general.

[@coach20348]

This guy is at my work. He has become a shop mascot, everyone loves him here.

[@OnMyGrindEveryDay]

@@coach20348 that’s awesome 😂 your lucky man! Take care of that cutie ❤️

[@renatapawowska535]

Cudowny widok❤I jak szybciutko zjada orzeszki😂PIĘKNA

[@coach20348]

Super fast cheek stuffer!

[@user-od8ws9vk5l]

❤😊