Squirrel squeaks like toy when touched

[@aytac007]

as long as the squirrel is happy, i dont see anything wrong with keeping him indoors.

[@TheePrincessBrat]

Yes. It would clearly cause him distress to be outside, and he almost became prey :(

[@MelC-td9bg]

I've seen mother tree squirrels teach their babies to forage and to be alert so if they don't learn that, I don't see how they can be released anyway.

[@jasondashney]

@@MelC-td9bg it's the same reason people misunderstand most modern zoos. Most of the animals were orphaned, or for whatever reason would probably not make it if they were released into the wild.

[@mobstercrow7515]

He would die outside, the only way he can safely live is indoors, in a zoo, or a sanctuary. Most orphaned animals can't go back into the wild because they haven't had their parents to teach them and because they have formed bonds with humans.

[@bluenorth3965]

@@jasondashney That's not really the case, though. Most modern zoos are businesses that rely on using animals for entertainment. Most animals in zoos are captured. Zoos are not sanctuaries.

[@malcolmr3]

I’ve rehabbed numerous squirrels and had two that did like Gibby and just refused to leave me. They were wonderful companions for both me and my dogs. They both lived long happy lives (12&15 years) as my children. I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything. ❤

[@ednaalvarez5975]

Amen, loving animals is the sweetest thing to do, they are such a joy, thank you and GOD bless🙏♥️

[@snarkymoosesshack8793]

Please. I must know as no one can tell me. How soft is their fuzz? :3

[@BenjamintheTortoise]

That's so sweet 😊❤️

[@Catmom2004]

@@snarkymoosesshack8793 It is WONDERFULLY silky!

[@snarkymoosesshack8793]

@@Catmom2004 Oh, that is news. Much thanks :D

[@WJen8]

A squirrel and a lizard being best friends. Not in all my 79 years would I have imagined.

[@franciscodiaz5778]

Hahahahahaha!

[@francie5161]

We can learn something from animals and how easily they get along with other species. Always amazes me! ❤ With them, it's effortless.

[@Jenvlogs404]

In Florida yes

[@oldhickory4686]

Kind of like Julia Roberts and Lyle Lovett...

[@paul1979uk2000]

@@francie5161 True, it seems like animals of so many different species from each other that seem to get along with each other, and then we have us humans that would freak out if an alien race were to land on earth lol.

[@michellelowe7082]

Those noises 😂😂😂

[@heidibee501]

I'm so glad you saved him. He has a wonderful life with you. I believe that an animal should have a choice to go or stay. The wild is not a hospitable option, so if an animal chooses human love, care and safety that should be respected. I think Gibby made a good choice.

[@twicecookedporkins3235]

Tree piggy

[@Danielle-dw5gh]

You are absolutely right about that :)

[@thefurbeastunderyourbed5012]

Like a little monster sometimes 🤣

[@aburns5KSU]

LOVE THEM 😂❤

[@bellaisme1761]

Gibby might not be able to squirrel but he's great at stealing hearts.

[@infinitejest441]

He’s got mine ❤

[@Cara-hm2tl]

And mine (and Sheldon too)

[@esl4869]

Who cares if he can't be able to squirrel when he is an excellent thief in terms of stealing nuts and our hearts? lol

[@Zoe-c9z]

Tree hearts

[@LahainaStrong444]

💕🙏🏼

[@Xenophon1]

Gibby found a great mom.

[@MrJamesRustle]

She's not a mom of a squirrel. What is wrong with you people.

[@pineapplepenumbra]

@@MrJamesRustle What else is their relationship then? I suppose you could say "foster mum".

[@peteosowski5788]

​@@MrJamesRustleWhat is wrong with you?

[@bunberrier]

How people treat animals is a huge window into their character. Im smiling that Gibby and mom found each other.

[@aaronjanderson1942]

People are not the parents of animals. No different than pointing at a truck and saying its your son.

[@redvraider5071]

This guy is freaking adorable

[@Tenno-Heika]

If you ignore it's teeths which can tear off your finger in an instant, yes he's adorable :)

[@K-bq3lv]

Yes, he is just so sweet and adorable.

[@redvraider5071]

@@Tenno-Heika thank you, good point didn't think about that one, anyway he's adorable

[@phillamoore157]

You gave that little guy a wonderful life. Had you not taken him in, he never would’ve survived. You’re giving him as much happiness as he’s giving you. That’s the essence of life, right there.

[@irishdevil1490]

Giving and receiving love is a beautiful thing. From any living animal .

[@ellydavis2066]

Whenever I'm enjoying an animal rescue video and I hear anything in past tense my stomach sinks.😟

[@qmnnvrdyz8965]

That's exactly what happens to me, too, and I was trying to figure out which Baby was gone, cos it seems like 8 is pretty old, for a squirrel!

[@carriebradley7634]

Ditto!!!😊

[@MellonVegan]

​@@qmnnvrdyz8965The average life expextancy at birth birth is 1-2 years but they can live for up to 20 years.

[@TheRealGSmith]

Absolutely the same. Past tense makes me scared to continue watching.

[@TheRiverweasel09]

@@qmnnvrdyz8965 some species of squirrels actually have roughly 20 year long lifespans (in captivity, ofc)

[@dertreffer]

when he popped out the box at 0:05 my heart melted

[@BenjamintheTortoise]

Same!! 🥰

[@SoTiredoftheToxicBS]

Wonderful human momma! Thks!

[@ENKTDeeColon_and_randomnumbers]

I was thinking more **vine boom** 🐿️

[@SamuraiCop]

Thank you for taking care of that sweet lil guy

[@kevinsmith4862]

Sweet story. Sweet boy. Sweet woman. Sending well wishes for Gibby to get the healthcare he needs and that he is all better soon.

[@kevinstaggs5048]

He is not a boy, he is a squirrel. Touch base with reality.

[@kevinsmith4862]

@@kevinstaggs5048 Oh, Kevin Staggs, don't hate on a fellow patriot over a squirrel. That is Leftist sh*t.

[@PugLover9955]

​@@kevinstaggs5048He is a male 🙄

[@JasperJokerII]

​@@kevinstaggs5048sweet

[@homebodyheaven6114]

@@kevinstaggs5048He’s a boy squirrel.

[@KairuHakubi]

a litter-trained squirrel? Sign me up.

[@squidward6187]

Aw, I was feeding nuts to a squirrel and then went for a walk. As I came home I heard rustling in the tree and look up and the squirrel was within an arm's length of me. We stared at each for five minutes. It was magical.

[@miguelroybal2812]

He's so beautiful and special

[@carolyncoley754]

I love this squirrel, what a personality. We once had a squirrel named notch who came during a bad snow looking for food. She enjoyed being fed on our porch and eventually let me pet her as she sat in my lap. While we were gone she pushed a window screen in and came in looking for her food. She also brought her kids around to be fed. Thank you for what you are doing. I think he's a soulmate.

[@siadawn]

Awww, love the name, Notch!!! 😇❤ Bless your heart for taking such good care of her! :) I think _all_ of our animals/pets are, indeed, "soulmates." 😻🧡😇

[@SuperChaos002]

The way he rejects her kisses is so cute and funny. 😂 Thank you for saving his life and taking care of such a good boy.

[@Tyrael112]

My cat does something similar when he's not in a nuzzling mood.

[@siadawn]

@@Tyrael112 My cat smacks me in the face when he's not in the "mood." LMAO! 😹

[@indigowolf556]

I love the little squeaky sounds he makes. Thank you for taking care of him😊❤

[@Cheekycat222]

Awww bless his precious little heart, he is so adorable, and bless your heart for saving him and giving him his forever home 💜

[@Demosthenes84]

As time goes on I'm more and more convinced that animals depths of emotion is much deeper than we think. Including reptiles, birds and insects. All of them. That squirrel was vocalizing. Its amazing

[@anandsharma7430]

They just speak a different language, like Europeans speak French or German, or the Zulu speak Xhosa. And they're not so good at maths. But that's not a crime.

[@silverlily4681]

That’s THE TRUTH

[@redbirddeerjazz]

Not just emotion but intellect and abstract thought too. You only have to look at the dogs, cats and other animals who talk with AAC buttons.

[@daveg5857]

Well, I don't know about all. We shouldn't get carried away. There are some pretty simplistic animals, ones without brains or a central nervous system. Ants have but a few ganglia, yet their behavior is fascinating. They can act selflessly, but it's not love. Their behaviors are hard-wired, honed by evolution, complex though they may be.

[@anandsharma7430]

​@@daveg5857 I agree partly with you. Choosing between emotions is a sign of introspective intelligence, which might be absent in a large part of the animal kingdom. But the inability to choose does not mean that they don't feel the hardwired emotion. They might feel repulsion, attraction, servitude, mastery, gentleness, cruelty, combat, escape, and many other basic survival-related and social emotions necessary to function in their species' social structure. They may have no introspection and no choice, but they do feel those emotions. As long as we humans have the ability to introspect, we are different from the vast animal kingom, but many of us don't use that ability and continue displaying hardwired behaviours, although ours are primate groups behaviours rather than insect group behaviours. Try insulting Trump in a Trump rally for instance, or openly support communism on the floor of the NYSE. The reactions to such hypothetical actions would be hardwired emotions, not thought out chosen emotions.

[@carlberg7503]

Gibby has a humongous capacity for love. Fortunately, he found a human who could love him back.

[@ReneTheFox]

You're a hero. Often times I think humans are terrible, but now and then I realize there are some humans who are truly wonderful people. Keep up the great work!

[@flipnap2112]

the good humans outnumber the bad Thank God. Problem is the bad ones get all the attention.

[@LittleKikuyu]

Yeah whenever I hear people say „there should be more people like this“ I think „there ARE more people like this“. It’s marvellous 🥰

[@idratherjustbeaniceguy7281]

My wife and I are very very glad that gibby didn't get put down. They both seem to really enjoy each other's company and have a special kind of love. And look how much he has given to her life.

[@ΑικατερίνηΜιχαηλίδου-τ5μ]

Τι υπεροχος ανθρωπος ειστε!!!!! Ενα πολυ μεγαλο ευχαριστω για την αγαπη που δινεται σε αυτο το υπεροχο πλασματακι!!!!! Μπραβο σας!!! Με πολυ αγαπη!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🇬🇷

[@tscarletespin2261]

This has got to be the funniest and sweetest thing I’ve ever heard in my life!! “Looks at other squirrels and says, sucks to be you guys.” Lol!!😂

[@dawnr5158]

Omg I love Gibby, he is too precious and adorable, 🥰 he’s such a handsome and distinguished little gentleman!! 🐿 ❤ 🐿

[@williammouri1096]

I didn't know they could live this long. Amazing.

[@Azazel2024]

Neither did I

[@pastuh]

Vitamins, Steroids

[@kristinalowe9819]

What a wonderful and loving home you’ve given him. Thank you for not forcing him to live in the wild.

[@iwantmy_sk844]

yes( ^ )! I think there is 'reason' for so many things if we pay attention!...I've seen it, over and over. No doubt (in my opinion), there are lessons ahead!

[@Tempe1962]

I gave 3 squirrels over to a rehabber and then watched as she released a group in a wooded area behind my house. I went back the next day to see if any of the squirrels stayed around.2 did. I went everyday to visit those 2 to feed them.If they werent visible I called to them and they came running.I would spent a couple of hours watching them, sitting with them, feeding them. The beautiful thing is they considered me family when my human family didnt. That was the best summer of my entire life.Another time I raised a squirrel on my own and released it but it didnt bond with me which shows that even though squirrels may all look to be the same, they are not.They have personalities just as people do. It was a great experience and to my surprize I had a chipmonk take a grape from my hand.He or she must have observed me with the squirrels and deemed me safe. And by being in those woods everyday I had a mystical experience where one day I felt a super awareness of my surroundings. Btw, someone took a photo of me holding one of the squirrels and in 2 photos we caught a fairy-I kid you not.Nature spirits are real.

[@debrajorgensen2730]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I related to everything you said. I have had a couple of mystical experiences with nature as well and my Mother told me that I would converse with fairies in the backyard. (Although I have no memory of that). But I would love to see the photos you mentioned. You are obviously a kindred spirit and I’m glad you shared what you have here as it makes me feel not so alone ✨🌸🌳🐇🐞🧚‍♀️🕊️🩵🙏🏽

[@heidibee501]

I'm so glad you saved him. He has a wonderful life with you. I believe that an animal should have a choice to go or stay. The wild is not a hospitable option, so if an animal chooses human love, care and safety that should be respected. I think Gibby made a good choice.

[@annhutcheson5770]

He looks remarkably healthy. A lot of squirrels kept by people end up very very fat. Looks like you manage his diet perfectly. Gibby looks lovely. ❤️

[@somedude9745]

He's a little chubby

[@LittleKikuyu]

Aren‘t we all these days? 😂

[@missrubyphoenix]

Squirrel boi didn't squirreled but is fine, Gibbi is adorable

[@fdm2155]

"I'm Gibby's mom" 🥰 "He didn't identify as a squirrel" 😄 Gibby is living his best life!

[@krenwregget7667]

that might be the cutest thing I've ever seen.

[@Judith-hk7if]

I am crying: These poor animals so deserve all the love in the world! Thank you for all you have done for them!!

[@bkm2797]

Ginny is such a character, even amongst squirrels (don't tell him I said that,lol). Looks like he has decided you are his human, and this is where he needs to be. Hope the vet in Florida is able to resolve Gibby's ear infection. May you have many years of fun and joy!👍💕

[@Dani-ICU-RN]

2:40 a squirrel specialist!😂? I can't even get a freaking MRI, I can't walk, and I'm in a wheelchair.😅. Good mom

[@melissamartin8266]

OMG...that is just one of the cutest relationships I have ever seen. He's like the Pillsbury Dough Boy. Instead of the "woohoo", it's a squeak.

[@NiSiochainGanSaoirse]

Gibby, don't worry about not being able to squirrel like the others. I can't "human" like the other humans, but we find a way. As long as you have someone to love, something to do, and something to look forward to, we can still make a great life for ourselves. Onwards and upwards, Gibby.

[@titusrider7948]

Congratulations to you for keeping him, you've enriched two lives. ❤

[@irmafromtx]

I’m so glad he found you. God bless you two!!! He’s as happy as you . ❤

[@jimdavis5849]

You guys are lucky you found each other. What an awesome little friend.

[@miker.3623]

I love this! My service dog Sonny had a squirrel bestie (Fatty) who would come 2-3 times a day to sit w/Sonny on the patio furniture. They each had their own chair and would share peanuts together. He would eat from my hand but only Sonny was allowed to touch/lick him. We moved last Sept. and Sonny stayed by the window for weeks waiting for him. Was sad until "Stumpy" squirrel came into our lives as a wild kit last fall. His tail had been severed by an aggressive male squirrel so he looks like a mini groundhog. He now rules the block...love heroes like you! 💙🐹

[@justwhatilike...234]

May Gibby and you live many more years together in harmony … ♥️I love how dedicated you are to him! Get better soon, Gibby 🐿️

[@afischer8327]

He's more or less a small, extremely agile, lightning fast, acrobatic, over-curious grumpy husband. Those squeaks and grunts! It's a good thing he's a squirrel, or he wouldn't get away with it.

[@lorraineniess116]

Keeping him was an excellent thing to do hun.... I am happy for the little Gibby.

[@0815Horst]

Oh my god, this is the cutest little golden retriever I've ever seen!!! 😍 The noises, that is so stinking cute!

[@prairie_dog_5443]

He is so cute❤😂

[@trueloveingod2691]

Aw, that’s so sweet. You can see the deep love in his eyes. God bless that adorable little family

[@tomswanson7446]

From all of us to you. Thank you for being kind and caring 💕

[@shangobunni5]

Bearded dragon and squirrel friendship...I LOVE IT!!! ❤

[@Hx3ney]

I can tell Gibbys mom had a hard time editing down all the cuteness 😍 What a special angel he is. I hope his ears are doing better 🙏🏻 💕

[@user-ye9ph5iq5z]

He’s incredible. Great lady for taking care of him.

[@Bella-D]

Oh my goodness! Thank you for loving him! ❤

[@StevenSchabinger]

He snorts while you pet him. He's so cool

[@wolfman3295]

Putting his paw on her lips is so cute! Great rescue story.

[@doghairdontcarelindaniel7531]

Awwww my heart. I rescue an my boy was Diego. He could not be released due to the fall out of a tree. He was a lil off. He was a fox squirrel like yours. I loved him so much an he was attached to me. He passed after growths like crystals started forming on his lips. Vet had no clue. I had him about 2 yrs. Never forget him. As a rescuer surprised a rehab place would let you take him. They much rather kill them but good for you. They are so clever. I was always reminded it’s ‘against the law to keep them.’ You are so blessed to have known a squirrel!!

[@tinaa.3146]

Precious!!! God bless you for giving him the best life!! 🎉🙌👍🙏🏼

[@zenon7094]

'Just let me hide this this nut in your hair'...the noises this little guy makes are really hilarious. It is admirable that this woman took on the commitment to save and raise this little life. Most people would probably have shaken their heads at this...but this woman took the responsibility....and the squirrel thanks her by burying nuts in her hair and by making these hilarious noises.

[@arun2995]

To be able to connect with an animal the way you do is such a blessing that I wish everyone can experience. I am sure the world would be such a better place for it.

[@universeconsciouscitizensc592]

Squirrels are one of the gifts from the trees to us!

[@kimmonroe8305]

What an adorable little fella, hope he has a long and happy life. bless you for keeping him safe and loved.

[@Bella-D]

He has a severe case of FOMO ❤🥰😍

[@katherinehamilton2147]

My brother and I found a baby squirrel when we were kids. He was raised with dogs and cats, and all of them played together and loved each other! He was definitely a family member! They are so much smarter that people realize.

[@carolinecarter7276]

Oh my God... What a blessing you got... Such love you got from that baby....

[@billybeavers4180]

Too funny,when he looks at other squirrels,it sucks to be you guys😂thanks for sharing your video.

[@trixie898989]

I just can't wipe this smile off of my face. Gibby is a delight! 🥰

[@chuckcharbonneau4685]

Very kind of you for being sweet little Gibby’s mom great job and hats off to you

[@Omnivolv]

I rescued a baby fox squirrel three years ago and he’s almost just like this. I didn’t know they were that insanely smart and loyal and affectionate. His name is Roy 😂

[@LittleKikuyu]

Roy 🥹💜

[@SheilaMore-l4v]

Well, so glad you kept them because there’s nothing wrong with having a pet squirrel. No different than having a pet dog or cat my brother had a pet squirrel. There’s many people that do and I think it’s precious. I think that’s wonderful that you love him and give him a good home. He loves you. You are his mama now.🥰💕💕💕💕

[@mariaharrison7228]

When you said Sheldon passed, my smile became huge sobs, still crying. 😥❤

[@SheilaMore-l4v]

Oh my goodness he’s so adorable. Yeah you got to be his mama for now on he loves you. That is so precious so special. You got a beautiful little squirrel pet. I think that’s wonderful very special.🥰💕💕💕💕💕

[@sunnyday6465]

Squirrels are amazing. I've been feeding nuts to wild squirrels for awhile. Clearly different personalities. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful story. What a sweety!

[@dennykoncz2907]

God bless you and gibby love from Melbourne Australia 🍯❤

[@bunnybunbun9716]

Beyond adorable! I love Gibby!!

[@hopeashbury7495]

This is the sweetest thing I’ve seen all week. ❤

[@martinegauthier9081]

How lucky you are! What a privilege! And how adorable!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@EviMlcak]

Both of them adorable. When I first saw the movie, 'Terminator', I fell in love with the pet lizard and loved them ever since.

[@thorild69]

As someone who had had too many ear infections to complain about, I certainly hope the new doctors help!

[@bon9410]

This little squirrel makes the cutest sweet sounds. Love your little creature.❤

[@BAR55825]

He’s soooo cute, but sadly the wild squirrels eat wires in the neighborhoods. In parts of Oklahoma, they are pretty rampant in the neighborhoods. My Aunt and Uncle (live in Duncan) catches them and takes them out to the lakes with trees and releases them. I think that’s the way to do it. Gabbi is adorable 🥰

[@First._.Last.]

That's in part because we develop their environment to become our neighborhoods. And sadly, even in my once tree-rich neighborhood, the uptick in destruction due to earlier and longer storm seasons means that we are all having to level the tallest and oldest trees in order to appease the terrific winds and the terrible Homeowner Insurance Companies. I can't help but to feel complicit, which is why I've (mostly) stopped being frustrated when wildlife chomps my melon or squash flowers before the yellow-gold and golden-orange beauties have even fully opened.

[@adrianazavelea1241]

Gibby’s grateful for the life he has ! How can he NOT simply adore U ?! ❤❤❤

[@karamarie6781]

PURE HAPPINESS❤️

[@sarahaughian4886]

Beautiful ❤️

[@paulcashshow1]

He's adorable! ❤❤❤

[@Karim-vt1xb]

Indeed, at 0:51 this sounds like the squirrel alarm call I've heard when there is a hawk around

[@travisj.1938]

He is such a cutie pie I just love squirrels so much!

[@karrieanne1211]

Aww..Gibby made me giddy 😃❤

[@MissBonnieMcSquirrely]

I love the squeaks and snorts he makes :D lol so adorable! and the fact that he's friends with a lizard! Heart melting!

[@jroysims44]

Gibby's the most effective cure for boredom I've ever seen.

[@SquirrelsonDeck]

So adorable!! Jealous.... 😊😊🩷

[@cherribenzin8289]

How did the doctor trip go? Do a follow-up.

[@iwantmy_sk844]

Yes. ...please!!

[@maneetasawhney5160]

You both are made for each other. True, sweet love. Thank you for loving him.

[@AR-yv3dj]

Sweet 🥺🥰😸🐿

[@Camille-cu3cb]

Awww god bless your BEAUTIFUL loving Soul ❤

[@viscountbiscuit5343]

Gibby is gorgeous 🐿️😍😍😍

[@matthewpriest5329]

I feel like this is probably what any squirrel would do in his situation. It's a nice gig, why would you want to be outside? 😂😅

[@BebeesHuman]

He didn't identify as a squirrel? He didn't know how to squirrel? Lizards and squirrels living to together? What doesn't happen nowadays? lol! 🥰🥰🥰

[@lilybond6485]

Adorable.