Shorty, the Cutest Opossum in the World

[@belindaboyles4816]

Shorty is truly adorable and I wish I could hold him and give him a kiss, he's so docile and looks so comfortable in your hands. Huge trust level between you, and I fully understand how rare this is. He's going to be a beautiful boy when all grown and I hope you get to integrate him into more of your awesome videos! Love him!

[@bunnylover2833]

Shorty is the cutest thing I have really ever seen I mean really it is just so cute I can hardly stand the cuteness he or she is fluffy cute and adorable you can just not stand the cuteness.

[@oOSt3ph4nyOooOCookie]

He is so quiet and adorable ! I wish my parents would let me to have a pet !

[@whalesong999]

Thanks for the wonderfully thoughtful text accompanying the video. Shorty is adorable and his fur looks exquisite.

[@ApolloWolfDog101]

OMG !!!!! He's soo precious !!! Thank you so much for sharing your little Shorty :D

[@Thesupercollies]

Loved meeting this adorable little guy! Cant say the same for Hero... hahah

[@Sienisota]

He is very cute and beautiful. Thank you very much for the information in the description. The whole species was new to me and i was so happy to know that it is not endangered. Also, thank you so much for making it clear that this is an individual behaviour, and that buying opossum does not mean you get a cuddly fellow like him, but more likely something quite opposite. Too often people see something like this and there is no warning that the animal is behaving unusually to it's species and then people buy one, soon realise it is not at all what they were led to belive, and get rid of it or treat it badly because it is not what they wanted. People, always find as much info about the pet you want before you get one. And DO NOT listen only the people who are providing you with the animal. Ask from vets you know are not part of the selling industry and check the source of your information. Even then, wait at least a half a year after finding everything about the animal you want. Do you still want it after half year of thinking and are you ready to take care of it, until it dies of old age, even if proves to be a complete asshol* of an individual? Even if your life situation changes dramatically? If answer is Yes, then go for it. ....sorry i got sidetracked. As always, a wonderful video, thank you for sharing it.

[@NanaBorderCollie]

I agree wholeheartedly with your comment. I was somewhat hesitant about publishing this video for the reason you mentioned, but elected to share it with a disclaimer in the video description. Shorty is indeed an anomaly. When researching this species years ago, I was told by every experienced keeper I conversed with that these opossums are not cuddly, they are not affectionate, they are not loyal, and (I quote) they "will not be your best friend". I was told that they prefer to keep to themselves and while they are usually tolerant of being showered with attention, most do not actually enjoy it like Shorty does. I got Shorty expecting him to be this way, but I ended up with the sweetest lovebug who follows me at my heels when I take him outdoors and snuggles on my lap for cuddles in the evenings. I do not want people believing that these opossums are normally like this, because they are not. Shorty's behaviour is extremely atypical for his species. If a person would not be satisfied having an opossum that is not affectionate, does not like to be touched, bites occasionally, and prefers to stay in his enclosure, then I do not believe they should get one at all... because there is a very strong chance that their opossum WILL behave that way, and these animals are not disposable.

[@stephaniehorneLovesJESUS]

he's so cute, and he is loving all that TLC. very sweet!

[@WeeklyWhiskers]

Oh my goodness! Shorty is so lovely!

[@jessicalaroche30]

Aww! Such a gorgeous little sweetheart!

[@WeeklyWhiskers]

What a lovely little guy and so contented in your hands.

[@CreekValleyCritters]

He is such a little guy, and so sweet :) My short tailed opossum Severus liked to bite, the reason I called him Severus, he kept trying to sever my fingers lol :D But then he had not been socialized as a baby, he certainly was never sweet like this one. But despite the biting I became very fond of him and since he saw me as a meal worm dispenser he learned to bond somewhat with me as well. He was an intelligent, interesting little animal and I really enjoyed him.

[@angelinamikhaylenko2967]

Especially the part when ever he yawned so cute :D

[@michellenguyen4108]

Oh my gosh, Shorty is so adorable!

[@jennifernitta8811]

I seriously love how you have so many animals. :)

[@gleeful-girl2377]

That's such a cutie! BTW I really love your other pets too ;)

[@annasummers5348]

I love your fur kids! Possums are such wonderful lives.

[@mhays2122]

Can't wait to see the things you teach him. Very cute little guy.

[@chihuahuabulldog]

Oh how very sweet. I hope to see more videos of Shorty, hopefully while up and exploring. Thank you for sharing.

[@madampoulet2268]

Absolutely adorable! I'd say take good care of him but I know you will!

[@Britt_NS]

This little guy is insanely cute! Looking forward to seeing more vids of him in the future. :)

[@andrewcook7171]

"The day everyone's hearts melted" I'm not even sure if that's a quote but oh well, that's so cute.

[@paul.blair90]

You are truly a inspiration to me I love all your pets ive watched your videos for so long there just all so cute im glad to see your new pet shorty is so cute Btw keep up the awesome videos!

[@Meshlena]

SO! CUTE!!!!!

[@couchproceeds5450]

Oh my god cuteness overload!

[@ExoticCritter]

I've been REALLY wanting one of these as a pet lately (talked to several breeders and handled a couple) and then one of my favorite KZbinrs just happens to get one, lol. Haven't watched the video yet, but I'm so excited!

[@ICMitu]

Awww! So sweet!

[@angelinahillers1703]

So cute!

[@izzyqian6767]

OMG Shorty is so cute!!!!

[@makaylad8987]

What a cutie!

[@careytorgesen5870]

HES THE (seconD) CUTEST THING IN THE TOTAL CHANNEL!!!

[@corbinfathandme]

When I read that the species is predatory I was way more interested. So cool!

[@lizziedaunicorn649]

Soooo cute!!!!

[@frazzsonic123]

Oh my goodness you must have spent so much time getting to this stage, he is so sweet, when he yawned his mouth is so adorable, like miniature ferret teeth! So many cute poses.

[@SMattx76]

OMG, that possum is cute!

[@lpsace]

AWW what a cutie! He (she?) really seems to like you

[@ElsaCatInc]

AWWW! SO CUTE!!!!!!!!

[@yamieko7017]

Omg, I love that Opossum!!

[@NeraBuffy]

My eek turned into an aww faster than ever in my life ;)

[@NanaBorderCollie]

Eoj Duorts Shorty is full grown. I got him as a tiny joey last summer and he is currently nine months old. This is a small species of opossum that does not get larger than this.

[@tantrisha7805]

SO CUTE

[@georgiagreene1638]

Very cute!

[@Ronny68100]

So cute...

[@schumache101]

(OMG First like and comment) Shorty is so adorable! I have never seen an Opossum before and he is just so cute!

[@leafygreen6122]

Awwww !!!

[@pastapartyify]

What a sweet little guy! Very happy baby

[@NobblyBiscuit]

Typically I am very against videos like these showing unconventional or wild animals as pets, as it promotes impulsive people to go out and buy something "cute" when they don't realize how hard it is to take care of one. I'm glad you put the lengthy disclaimer. Hopefully this will stop people from going out and getting one. That being said, after watching your videos, I'm confident thinking that if anyone is able to properly care for such an animal it would be you. :) Here's hoping you two have a loving, fulfilling life together.

[@NanaBorderCollie]

Thank you. :) I agree with your sentiment, but I also believe that this can be applied to our traditional, domesticated species as well. I, personally, have equal concern for them since many people seem to believe that because they are domesticated, prolific, and easy to acquire, they are disposable and replaceable and they can simply "wing it" with their care. I find an abundance of such people commenting on my rat trick videos for example, and I spend much of my free-time educating these individuals on rats and their complex needs. I agree wholeheartedly with your concern, but I don't believe it is exclusively applicable to wild animals. ALL animals, regardless of whether or not they are domesticated or traditional, require superlative care and should never be purchased on a whim.

[@NobblyBiscuit]

NanaBorderCollie I couldn't agree more. I work in the pet industry and see both the good and bad very often.

[@leannal6713]

O my god hes sooooooo adorable

[@robertbatali7743]

So cute

[@Alpha.Phenix]

...sory the there is just too much cuteness for me...so cute :)

[@danielaannederek]

Aww! Such a cute little baby!

[@dickgrayson2545]

Thx for sharing the video you inspire me so much

[@happyhamsters7855]

Awwww cute!

[@juliagrace2636]

so cute :3

[@sophina7550]

You have so many animals!

[@Exolate]

OHHHHH VOLL SÜß!!!!!!!

[@tragic9446]

This is so adorable

[@hannahsmith5424]

Omg. CUTE!!!!!!!

[@superbrunafofa]

que incrível!!!!! tão calmo... gambá brasileiro ??? eu sou brasileira e nunca ouvi falar desse animal hahaha você vai postar mais videos dele? that amazing !!!!! so calm ... Brazilian opossum ??? I am Brazilian and I never heard of this animal hahaha you will post more videos of him?

[@BUNNY-yk3qq]

Very cute

[@currandero]

This just made my day :)

[@yykellie]

SOO CUTE!!!

[@christinele4080]

Awww so CUTE

[@oliviacaldwell8454]

I truly think all of your animals are extreamly talented and SO SO CUTE!!!Keep up the great videos they are so cute!! Thanks for posting all of your videos that brighten up my day whenever I see them. One question, have you ever thought of training a turtle?

[@aregnav]

Haha so cute!

[@ocaopreto]

Cool! Never met anyone who keeps a opposum as a pet here in Brazil :) I have many wild ones in my garden though :)

[@Angeldemonhybrid172]

Cute this cheered me up

[@jojovanbenthem5097]

awww he's so cute opossums are marsupials i have two glider they are also marsupials and look very similar

[@alvaenegren7013]

So cute ! 🐁 ❤ Im watching you from Sweden! 💛 💙 🐁🐶🐱

[@thepizzakitty1083]

so cute

[@valentinbucurstan5883]

Oooh so cute

[@MsPipStick]

Cool! i love STOs!!

[@dominikaniky9291]

So cute!

[@just_ard784]

Cute!!!

[@dmand2353]

sooo cute!!

[@thegamerguyshd6596]

aaaw c,: shorty's soooo CUTE! c:

[@pialillstran7498]

Omg it is solo cute

[@PeanutGuineaPig]

Shorty is absolutely adorable! Animals falling asleep in the palm of a hand is the cutest thing. We always look forward to any new videos of yours; it's wonderful how well bonded you are with your furry friends. :) Speaking of, we are considering adopting another guinea pig since Buttercup's passing. It hasn't been fully decided as of yet (since taking home a new animal is lots of work and responsibility), but we will let you know once we reach a decision. Are you planning on training Shorty like you have with your other animals?

[@CadenceSteenson006]

are you gonna do tricks with shorty!? He is so cute!!!!! Keep the amazing videos up! i love ya :P

[@mariachavez-sj1up]

so cute! and i mean it .

[@xxwolfloverxx7459]

You're amazing with animals

[@coolcatwow9027]

Cute and sweet :33

[@SoyxDBeLuDx]

Is so cute ♥

[@yeakitkat]

OMG!!!! SO ADORABLE! x3

[@OreoLambROBLOX]

CUTIE

[@bellisima.5804]

Your animals are fantastic! :O

[@juttahanski9744]

Awwwww so cute😍

[@backupshit8939]

Cute! Nice video :)

[@Jacky-tq5qj]

Can you make a cage tour? This would be awesome :D

[@deatheaglef1-258]

Sooooo cute door

[@karolmindak3816]

Wow your lucky you got a possum, a dog and rats, and a ferret all my mom lets me get are Guinea pigs

[@Unioxe]

Cute

[@NiraKatsumi]

He really is lovely! Pet him from me please :D

[@igudon284]

So, exactly how many pets do you have? You have a Dog, Cat, Rats, Ferret, Opossum? What else? And their all trained extremely well! I'm jealous, my dog wont listen to anything I do or say.

[@TheMissangeloffire]

So incredibly cute! Can you teach him tricks too?

[@kellypopp9798]

omg so cute I want one so bad

[@cornbread7364]

You got a pet opossum!? That's so cool! I bet he's hard work?

[@javennole2375]

Aww

[@adventuresofaidan3541]

Ow that is cute

[@honeylovesmimi]

Hi Shorty.

[@neisovo8177]

sweet!