Woman saves a squirrel's life. Now he refuses to leave her home.

[@wonderwonder30]

To love a squirrel is one thing but, to be loved by a squirrel is a miracle…oh, that got me! My, my, my this had me in tears, happy tears 🥹

[@wilsonrawlin8547]

Well said and rare. This is incredible and you can see it is real. He's her best bud for life.

[@kitty667]

Always wanted a squirrel. Too bad it isn’t legal in PA

[@WapTek123]

[@biokosmos]

love don't know species

[@iamironclaw]

It's not a miracle or rare. Take any baby squirrel and raise it and it will love you.

[@Waterlego]

All animals have the capacity to instil love in a person. People should realise that it’s not just cats and dogs, but all creatures

[@ex59neo53]

I guess loving a squirrel is safier than loving an anaconda though ;o)

[@MyMy-zi7yv]

ABSOLUTLEY TOTALLY AGREE, and when you say "all creatures" I hope you include insects that are not dangerous to anyone's well being. Which basically means almost all of them! But if you don't feel that way, I won't hold you to it that you should.

[@ohno209]

Tapeworms ❤️

[@thegreatscribbles960]

expect dolphins fuck dolphins

[@goosewhisperer6275]

🥰 ABSOLUTELY! 🥰

[@mikshinee87]

Don't listen to all the jealous haters ma'am. They don't want to admit that in some cases you have a better relationship with an animal than they will ever have with their spouses or children. I wish you both good health.

[@wilsonrawlin8547]

That is a FACT! My animals are my best friends for life.

[@lizg8055]

That’s true

[@lorraineturcotte853]

Beautiful comment! ❤️

[@sandrakucia3013]

I love squirrels to that one is really special

[@alfredchristiansen5482]

You are absolutely right people don't matter that's why I love animals

[@philipwurm5121]

I worked on a tree crew for a few yrs back in the day. We took many trees down with nests and lil babies in them and for whatever reason I was the only one that was affected by this. Usually I would put the nest close by but when it was time to pack up if there was still no sign of Mommy I would take them home with me. I raised many squirrels and they are really outstanding little critters ❤🙏🏻

[@GeoBeatsAnimals]

Wow - thank you for sharing

[@teledoink]

You’re a beautiful person

[@HeartWorX.Creations]

Awww, I’m so glad to read this, obviously U R “connected” to nature, unlike many of your previous cohorts! 😱👍❤️🙏🌞❗️

[@LindaKayHolevas]

I love this comment. You are a wonderful person😊

[@philipwurm5121]

@@LindaKayHolevas Thanx so much Linda 🙏🏻

[@heidivaliev3706]

This lady hit the nail on the head. "To love a squirrel is one thing. To have a squirrel love you... is a miracle"

[@stevenrobert8567]

Nah, if the squirrel wanted to marry you, that would be a miracle.

[@GlairGullwing]

Same goes for cats imo

[@mikestevenson9310]

​@@stevenrobert8567always people like you. Always trying to pick apart things in hopes of a fight you win little guy ❤

[@talyalewis6357]

Bunk may make you a better person, but my guess is you were pretty incredible before him. Your compassion is beautiful. I'm so glad you and Bunk found each other. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@jujubeethatsme]

I second this

[@wojurera3131]

I third this 🥰

[@carlacowling1789]

Fourth, with no hesitation!

[@catland1566]

Amen!

[@melodiefrances3898]

5th it ❤‼️

[@MrUltraworld]

Squirrels live for over 20yrs in captivity. Amazing animals, so fit and agile.

[@onlibertyjm]

Woah didn't know that. That's amazing 👏

[@jujubee7351]

Thank you! I wAs wondering how long she has with him, good to hear.

[@toastedsniper9248]

20??????? wow

[@MrUltraworld]

@@toastedsniper9248 They average 12yrs in the wild but in captivity without predators, they can live a whopping 24yrs. Pretty amazing.

[@jocastillo3533]

That's amazing they can live that long. If they're just rats with fur, I wonder why rats can't live as long. I've wanted a pet rat but knowing they don't live long, I can't bring myself to have one as a pet. Getting close and loving a pet that will just die in a few years is sad.

[@GenkiSugiru]

That indoor "tree" arrangement you built for Bunk, and the entire room setup you made especially for him: WOW! Just WOW!

[@hisnamewasrocco]

I don’t know what to say except this woman is a godsend!! What a sweet story. Imagine building a special room for a squirrel?? God bless this woman!!

[@dmrcflyr2]

Yeah, and now that the room is built she can add more squirrels!!! I don't think they have that long of a lifespan. 1-4 years on average.

[@sbffsbrarbrr]

@@dmrcflyr2 Much longer when they are indoors....easily over 10 years.

[@cyborgXcsun]

@@sbffsbrarbrr wow 10 years

[@PaulaNNowak]

@@dmrcflyr2 I was wondering where they go to the bathroom and how is that dealt with because you can't have them just pooping and peeing all over!

[@UpTownSquirrel]

Bunk-A-Boo is awesome , i was surprised to see this 😍 I have a short but funny Bunk-A-Boo video kzbin.infoPi7dykwmxIA?feature=share

[@blutto43]

"That's his room. He chews everything in there but I don't care at all. it's his." That's the only attitude to have if you want to keep such an animal. They have to chew stuff. It's not optional. If the stuff matters more to you than them, don't have them. What a great person.

[@lauriebennett6257]

@intriguing Woman Didn't you listen to the video? He had an injured paw and can't survive in the wild any longer. That's why she ultimately let him stay in the house. I went through the same process with a squirrel, Chippy, about 25 years ago ago... trying to convince him he should be a wild squirrel. He eventually stayed away longer and longer until I didn't see him anymore.... at least to know it was him. 😔 He was such a sweet little guy and so much fun! I would willingly have kept him with me but I knew that would be doing him a disservice. We luckily lived on with 1 1/2 acres of wild, untouched woods for him to learn to roam in with the wild squirrels. One time, when we were trying to release him, he had been gone for a couple days and my younger brother went to walk down the road with a friend to his house. They heard rustling in the leaves behind them and then Chippy ran up and scurried up my brother's leg to his shoulder. He used to run back and forth from our front door to the back door waiting for someone to come out that he could pounce on! ☺ Then he would come in for a couple days before the next attempt to "re-wild" him. Lol 😂 The last time I saw him to know it was Chippy, he almost jumped on me from the shelf we had put on "his" tree, but changed his mind and ran up the tree and disappeared. 🐿

[@helentsiliki8769]

@@lauriebennett6257 😮

[@charlessedlacek5754]

The world needs more people like you.

[@skittleyt3099]

Why don’t you fix yourself before fixing other people????

[@charlessedlacek5754]

@@skittleyt3099 fix myself? Wtf are you talking about, you freakin chimp?

[@dragulia_venaro]

You have to say : *"I wanna be like them"* Before asking people, ask yourself first.

[@andya6461]

What?mad people?

[@charlessedlacek5754]

@@andya6461 why is she "mad"?

[@Guiltless765]

Had a grey squirrel for 13 years when I was growing up..He was a character to say the least. He would not tolerate any other animals though. Loved us kids and our friends. He definitely seen us as food sources and cuddle buddies. He lived a long and loving life. Still miss that lil guy.

[@roxane7432]

We had one when I was a child, they are something

[@FarmersAreDummies]

Wow, I didn't know they lived that long. Just cool.

[@J.M.-nb4gw]

WOW that's amazing I had no idea squirrels could live that long!

[@nak8490]

God bless your squirrel's soul.

[@BaseDeltaZero1972]

He was obviously found by a wonderful, caring lady who absolutely deserves his trust and friendship. This is a really nice story, they both deserve all the happiness that fate can send them.

[@dww2006]

This shows how sentient animals are. How they can make connections with humans. I understand they’re wild animals but he seem to have chosen his person.

[@RaymondBCrisp]

I'm not sure you can call this squirrel 'wild' any longer. It may not be fully domesticated, but it's certainly not feral any more.

[@mrspeigel3593]

When you raise something from a baby you're its parent

[@J.Wolf90]

Humans are animals too

[@mrspeigel3593]

@@J.Wolf90 the shitty ones 😋. It's their lack of a concept of money honestly that makes them seem so much better. 70% of our bad stuff is about money and like 30% about sex. Most of the negative things animals do are because of slavery to instinct.

[@thecasualatvguy617]

I have had a chipmunk jump in my hand to be rescued when his hole flooded. He had seen me put food out enough I guess. It was cold and raining and I put my hand down flat and he jumped on it

[@suzeea.8608]

It is not weird. It is a living, breathing creature who deserves love like any other. No matter the size 🥰

[@robertp.wainman4094]

I so agree - why do some people regard animals as inferior?

[@suzeea.8608]

@@robertp.wainman4094 as an animal lover, I can't understand that either! They are just as part of a family as any other member.

[@robertp.wainman4094]

Yes, they most definitely are a part of the family! Usually, I think it's good to accept different points of view.....however in our relationship with animals I firmly believe we are correct. There is such a lot to be learnt about the special bond between human and loved animal! As a matter of 'disclosure' as politicians would say, I'm 'ruled' by TomTom the cat!

[@lp.shakur]

it is unusual for a squirrel to chose this, that's what's weird, nobody ever disputed the fact you wrote out, in fact, this woman does exactly that, love and nurture animals

[@suzeea.8608]

No nooo. No disrespect to this wonderful woman and all that she did. We absolutely need more people like her n her kind heart. Those comments were purely meant in general. How anybody can disregard any animal is a sad thought. 😔 I have many n they are adored 😍

[@greenhoff8]

I've watched this at home in England. What a wonderful piece to watch. Brought tears to my eyes. The world is full of constant bad news at the moment, what a joy it was to watch this. ❤

[@williamjordan5554]

Don't let King Charles kill all the grey squirrels over there.

[@MsShandy111]

Yeah! I cried too. It is such a beautiful story.

[@Mistersandyrobertson]

A guy I know rescued a dehydrated squirrel here in UK and nursed it back to health. I love them - I put my hand on a tree the other day and one came down and rubbed its nose on it. They get an unfair bad rap.

[@Mistersandyrobertson]

@@williamjordan5554 With respect, it's the red squirrels in UK in danger because they are not immune to the pox the greys carry. The USA greys are way too populous to ever be in danger.

[@williamjordan5554]

@@Mistersandyrobertson I know. Just pointing out the King's antipathy toward them.

[@signomoran]

I feel such deep respect for this lady, she is absolutely a wonderful loving human. May God bless you and Bunk with many many years together.

[@katrinacushnahan7461]

And so say all of us.

[@Charlesmom]

Every single animal on this planet is a sentient being who feels love, fear and gratitude. Animals are so much more helpful to us than being merely food

[@coldsun29]

Well said

[@robertawills7219]

I eat very little meat anymore. Chicken , but am close to cutting that out as well

[@k.tinder8905]

Ditto

[@fjb4932]

She's never met my 4th ex. Makes a snake seem hotblooded ...

[@timmywitty1432]

Had a profound spiritual awakening in 2015 and went vegan. I love animals!

[@Loveofpets]

What a beautiful story. I love Squirrels. I have many in my backyard that come for treats but there is one special Squirrel that we named Spot because she has a white spot on her back. Spot comes to my door and knocks for a treat. Whenever I go outside she comes running. I love her.

[@laurac86]

How did you get to that point with them? I have squirrels and chipmunks in my yard I would love to be able to become friends with them!

[@TheCatWrangler]

hi, animal behaviorist here! ☺ when you give them treats, that's positive reinforcement. You want to teach them that your presence means food and safety. Google the best treats to use door each species. Put the treats out in a spot near them, and then sit in the yard... but far away from them. Then every day you put the food out and sit a little bit closer for half an hour or so. Until one day they come straight up to you, and eventually they will take it right from your hands. The key is patience and learning what works as you go through the process. I also recommend not staring at them directly at first. use a soft expression, close your eyes, or meditate or pretend to sleep. This will make them less nervous. Every day they will trust you a bit more! Repetition and positive reinforcement are the most powerful tools we have with animals. You got this! Good luck! Ps. I try to not over feed them, so that they don't become completely dependant on my resources lol. That way they still could survive without my food, but its just a fun treat. 😁

[@laurac86]

@@TheCatWrangler - Thank you so much for all the information!!! I really appreciate it ☺️

[@bobdillaber1195]

@@TheCatWrangler You are a person who loves and lives their work. Very nice for us to see and you to live.

[@gingerthetrailpup7223]

“I don’t know how he injured his paw, but he did in HIS ROOM.” This squirrel is living the good life. 💕

[@sojournertruth9844]

She is such a superlative human! That "tree" she made is badass, and I love that he has his own room where he can live an "arboreal" life, as he would in the wild. Such a beautiful story! 💖

[@pblaschke]

How many people would put a tree house inside their home! Very loving

[@RuRu-vm6yw]

@@pblaschke ex c dad try y i’ll tartar used 33 to

[@ashleypatterson3393]

Heck, she could sell those bc ppl would most definitely buy something to look into.

[@sojournertruth9844]

@@ashleypatterson3393 Totally!

[@TheHeroRobertELee]

She should have skinned him and sent him to a tanner to make some hat or socks.

[@tweex1]

"He chewed [all the furniture]--I don't care about any of it." THE WORLD NEEDS MORE HUMANS LIKE THIS! Stop letting material possessions get in the way of the life you're living. This is an awesome story. May happiness and peace continue to bless Bunk and his caretaker.

[@Jude74]

It’s called FURniture for a reason, at least in my house.

[@colin8696908]

Yes we should all turn into crazy squirrel people, that will make everyone happier.

[@whiskybooze]

The older I've gotten the more I've started to realize this.

[@whiskybooze]

@@colin8696908 That went completely over your head.

[@Lt_Tragg]

Never quite understand folks allowing animals to inhabit their homes and eat them (the homes) alive. Literally destroying them to the tune of $$$$$. Go figure.

[@georgeallen116]

As a marine. This is the best of humans. The best look. See it. It's beautiful. The kindness the necessity to love. Not kill. If a human and squirrel can get along. Why can't we. Your awesome lady. Irish love.

[@Nightowl5379]

Bless u♡

[@FionaclarkClark]

Per semper fidelis.xxxx

[@billmyer2990]

AWESOME CUTENESS.

[@loumason6120]

I AGREE.. i love squirrels ..i feed mine unsalted peanuts in my yard. They know me but still run away lol

[@MarkEvoX1]

Very sweet n kind story... Good job saving him....♥️♥️♥️

[@mikeh2006]

Considering squirrels can live 20 years or more under the right circumstances, it seems she may have a friend for life.

[@grice478]

Hopefully she doesn't die before him because I think that would break his heart

[@totallynotaliar9912]

@@grice478 I think he would probably eat her :/

[@TheRealNewWhirledOrder]

@@grice478 Or vice versa. They should make a pact.

[@bridgethannah2933]

I would be more surprised had I not watched the PBS documentary about squirrels. They are some of the most adaptable, clever, and intelligent animals that there are. Just like the poster said, people just don’t appreciate them. The “mom” in this case is not only compassionate, but her talent as an artist and builder puts her in her own league. The tree and walks that she built are remarkable! I understand how she feels calmed by the squirrel. A loving relationship with a compatible sentient being is so rewarding.

[@TarotTanja]

He probably thought it was a horrible offence to put him outside and expect him to live there :) He loves that woman unconditionally.

[@wilsonrawlin8547]

Without a doubt. It is clear to see in how he behaves with her.

[@hopemasike531]

As a rat lover, calling squirrels tree-rats seems to be a high compliment. Though intended to be derogatory by the majority, rats and squirrels do have many awesome traits in common. They are smart, funny, resourceful, gregarious and they eat with their hands💙

[@sergeantchick2820]

The room she built for him alone shows her dedication and love for the little guy. Extremely beautiful 😍

[@BrandyWilliams24]

I've rescued rehabilitated and release at least 30 squirrels. They are extremely smart and extremely loving animals. I believe in raising them wild as possible as well and it's so amazing to see that no matter what type of animals they do realize and show love to the people or persons that save them. They are amazing creatures

[@redblazer29]

goddamn you're foxy 😋

[@JohnSmith-mk1rj]

She was a newbie, and she accidentally domesticated him. 😂 It worked out for the little guy, tho.

[@neoanderson4840]

That's really great 👍 and thanks 😊

[@nalhurst9042]

F*** sometimes I can get up to 30 kills and hour

[@ilovebirds3157]

They carry diseases, are aggressive and pee everywhere. So, yeah. Other than that they're kinda cute sure

[@frankiewillis1772]

I raised a squirrel , he lived 7 years. He was so much fun. If you went in the kitchen to get something here he would come. Climb up your leg and run down your arm to check out what you had. We named him Flip. He was to tame to let go just wasn't afraid of anything. I loved my Flip. He has been gone along time.

[@keeper6458]

RIP Flip. I'm so happy you guys had each other. I know he's watching you and waiting for your reunion

[@ambuhpugz3653]

Did you name him flip after the movie little Nemo?

[@frankiewillis1772]

@@ambuhpugz3653 No I had him back in 1975. My husband at the time came up with that name.

[@patricklastname5646]

This squirrel is lucky to have a Mom like you. I wish you both long life. ❤️

[@CC-ck5nn]

People who told you that it's just a tree rat are people that are very ignorant. They obviously don't like animals. Squirrels are the best and they are highly intelligent. I think you're one very special lady to really care for this beautiful little fur baby. God bless you.

[@MysticManifesting]

And they plant a lot of trees for us.

[@gamesmoney1025]

Well technically they are rodents so they're in the same family but I still love squirrels.

[@johnjordan6032]

You saying those people are ignorant for saying that shows that you in fact are ignorant. You are basically saying rats are lesser creatures. What a terrible person you are tsk tsk🐀🐀🐀

[@crippled82]

rats too :)

[@lorax8172]

They are tree rats, but rats are cool. What do you have against rats?

[@anastasiabeaverhausen8220]

Made me cry. What a lovely, lovely lady and adorable animal. Empathy for our fellow creatures on this planet is the greatest lesson we can ever teach...or learn.

[@vegancolleen]

Which is why I'm vegan and I wish everyone was!

[@richardrout5984]

So correct. People that are cruel to animals are normally not good people

[@itsjustme...1559]

She said " It's kind of weird, but I do love you." I don't think there is anything weird about it. Just by this short video I can see the bond they have. So sweet, I'm glad they have each other. Be well and stay safe.

[@A-ue6qw67]

Oh my goodness. I am crying !!! We need more people like this woman ❤❤

[@tomhoskin7908]

Sweet woman and a sweet squirrel, glad they found each other!

[@buggyridge]

I've had a couple pet squirrels over the years. Very special little critters. Recently leveled an old barn foundation and made a special effort to protect the ancient walnut next to it that survived the barn burning down.

[@karenlbellmont6560]

Black walnuts! Buried in my yard in fall; find them in spring and then I fall.

[@tinydancer7426]

@@karenlbellmont6560 Gotta watch out for black walnuts. Just like those icicles in the movie, they have been known to kill people. :0D But, they taste oh so good. They make the best cookies and cakes. My grandma would make an applesauce cake with black walnuts in it .... family members would fight for a seat at the table after dinner just to make sure they got a piece of cake. The kids favored the black walnut cookies ..... basically a sugar cookie recipe, but when she put the black walnuts in the dough, they were to die for.

[@realmadridfan9416]

I rescued a baby girl squirrel, I raised her for 6 years, she was my EVERYTHING. she was, she is, she will be my Unique (uni) till my last breath on Erath , she taught me how to be a mother without having a baby of my own! She taught me what does unconditional love mean, she taught me the meaning of life but she didn't teach me how to live without her😔. unfortunately I lost her 6 months ago and still hurts me like the morning I found her dead. The day she died my dad bought another squirrel for me, I waited for winter to get over and yesterday I released him to his nature. I love you my baby girl, I can't wait to see to you on the other side

[@berlyngrey9242]

I'm sorry.

[@melaniekaufman7984]

Im so sorry we love,our furkids like human kids.They say time heals all wounds sadly it doesn't it doesnt it doesn't.It makes it a bit easyer to deal with.

[@williamdaniel10]

Sorry for your pain and loss

[@true6457]

I am soo sorry. This is Beautiful ❤️ thank you for sharing your story and for humanity like yourself and the sweetest squirrel found you. Thank you for your amazing kindness. May your little girl squirrel be close always watching over you. Blessings always Mae Princess Godiva(r.i.p Easter 2020) TinkerBelle

[@Xhellot]

If you are able to talk with your Squirrel friend, she would tell you that she wants you to be happy.. she also would tell you she wishes you can find another squirrel friend and to love her and be loved in the same way as she loved you and how she felt you loved her.. so, my friend, try to honor her memory and give love as your first squirrel friend did!! A great hugs for you, lady!!

[@DianeShelley-mn2wp]

Your baby is so beautiful and loving. I grew up on a farm and I learned to love all kinds of animals.

[@xbxvevwjshdv]

This lady is an angel the way she changed her house for that little guy. Squirrel lives matter 💗

[@gemm4793]

Amen!

[@lauriebennett6257]

All animal lives matter!💜

[@jblank1862]

Insensitive Anti-Black comment. You have more compassion for animals than you do human beings. Something is fundamentally wrong with that. You think you are saying something clever and smart but to quite the contrary. When I see anti- Black rhetoric, it will be called out. I find you grotesque.

[@Sylvael2002]

@@jblank1862 Woah, hold on cowboy where's the anti-black rhetoric?

[@Sanakudou]

@@jblank1862 yikes my dude you are putting a completely different motivate to this comment. “___ lives matter” has simply become apart of internet vernacular, the phrase is being used in a sincere way in a completely non-political context, it is in no way meant as a comparison between squirrels and non-white humans. Maybe you don’t like the phrase having evolved to cover anything other than black people, that’s fair and I can understand why someone might feel that way, but don’t insert malicious and consciously racist intent where there isn’t any. If you have strong opinions about the use of “___ lives matter” outside of the original BLM phrase then yes you’re free to express to someone why you feel they shouldn’t say it in the future, but just accusing them of intentional racism isn’t an effective way to have that conversation.

[@bobsanders9114]

Actually, I love this woman's voice and her delivery. Direct. Clear.

[@sarahtonen4873]

Co-dependancy always gets a bad rap. What's wrong with needing someone just to get through life? Lovely story of what real family feels like

[@lizstallard9902]

Destroy all soy . Love is love . Personally I find most animals more admirable than humans . I know I am not alone in this thought . I find their relationship beautiful . You should try opening your mind and heart to different perspectives .

[@yuriresenko5046]

I live with a squirrel, I raised from 1week old, her name is Sophia. 5 Guinea Pigs, Freddie, Tasha, Gatsby, Lumi, & Cambria, 1Tabby cat Hendrix. All of us are rejects. Thrown away and abandoned. We share our lives and love as a family. We don't throw each other away. I feel sorry for you.

[@ma.2089]

@Destroy all Soy who cares? Humans are social creatures. If a person needs someone in their lives to keep on living, so be it. Would you say that if it was their wife? Their child? It’s the same thing the end of the day. A squirrel is not less special than anyone else.

[@Adelicows]

Codependency gets a bad rap because it IS bad. It is associated with substance abuse and dysfunction. Loving each other and relying on family is NOT codependency.

[@Adelicows]

@Destroy all Soy your username says a lot. So no surprise you think needing the love of an animal is a weakness. I genuinely feel bad for you.

[@anneterry3660]

Thank you. I support rescues and sanctuaries with small monthly donations. I have been stunned by the distinct personalities in creatures from bats (yes, bats!) to reptiles. Your story here is so important to opening peoples minds that all life is worthy.

[@MsAppleofhiseye]

They’re amazing creatures. We had one named Stanley. My son found him on the street as a baby,eyes closed. They have lot’s and lots of personality. Just all around great creatures. They even get upset and will show you. I remember he did something wrong and he had to go in his cage. He threw a whole fit and when we tried to talk to him he wasn’t having it. I miss him.

[@Q.Q.]

The most notable part of your comment is that your son found Stanley in distress and helped him. Good job, mom.

[@ovenking4481]

I lost a dare once and so had to eat one I found on the road. That’s my only experience with them. It was pretty good considering.

[@ZERO_O7X]

I feel so lucky I've been blessed to have had one squirrel baby and one raccoon baby too. They're both such special animals and I truly understand her love for him.

[@trevo8669]

I've had the privilege of rescuing a baby squirrel. It was an amazing experience. He was my buddy. The level of interaction and intelligence is really captivating. First few times I tried to let him go he would fake an injury and lay on my back deck with his belly showing. As soon as I opened the door he would spring back to life and would happily climb up on my shoulder. Thankfully I was able to reintroduce him successfully. It took a lot of time and reassurance for him but he lived happily in my back yard for many years. I knew it was him because he would approach and sit closer to me than any of the other squirrels. Occasionally he would jump up onto my table and would happily eat with the family. Miss that little guy.

[@dalevandebeek2041]

What a lovely heart warming story. It just proves every living creature has a soul.

[@lt.ripley1590]

That squirrel is leading his best life. If someone built that for me I'd be reluctant to leave ever too. It's a wonderful story powered by love. The best ones are.

[@madfern3824]

awwww for every animal in the streets i slow down , they are angels .

[@naomiorbach1987]

I adore the fact that you've devoted your whole house and life to your boy. You're awesome! I've got 8 rescue rabbits and the whole house belongs to them, truth be said they own me. So thankyou for letting me know that I'm not the only crazy ass person devoting my all to needy animals. Long live us and long live your baby boy.🌻💜

[@ritamariekelley4077]

It's so much fun to see his natural environment inside!

[@paulanthony5274]

I had rabbits as a kid and my older sister's crazy x came round and killed them, bastard!

[@captaincockerel7659]

Fellow bunny and animal lover who has also turned his house and garden into a safe zone /adventure playground for my pets(I class them as family) ...respect to all who loves god's creatures and shows compassion ❤️

[@michelegiles3272]

You are THE BEST squirrel mom!🙏🏻👍❤️

[@LostHorizon52]

What an absolutely delightful and heartwarming story of this special bond between Bunk and his adopted Mom, how they have helped each other stay well and happy .. Such an incredible and special rescue story, thanks so very much for sharing ❣💞💘💓💘💞❣

[@eleonoragilbreath7830]

Al Animal need love and respect

[@TheCatWrangler]

I'm just like you Patty... Different from the rest of my family, artistic, creative, always a bit anxious and ADD, a little disorganized, but a huge lover of animals. I've built ramps and shelves for my cats all over the house lol. Thank you so much for honoring that commitment you made to him... that is really rare. I believe showing an animal kindness is the most selfless thing we can do. I love how you give him his own furniture and don't get mad if he chews it, because that's a natural behavior for him. You know that material items are not important in life... Its the relationships we make and the things we learn that count! Bless you for your kindness ☺. He is just adorable!

[@Auntee-Sara]

Such an honor to meet Bunk's mama, such a fine loving soulful woman.

[@betsyveritas1055]

I'm nearly speechless. Your whole story w/ Bunk is a miracle. I was in an altered state many years ago, a sort of temporary enlightenment & oddly, the most interesting thing to me at that time, was squirrels in the trees outside my window. I watched them all day & my boyfriend at the time thought l had lost my mind. But l was completely captured by their intelligence & industriousness. They're totally fascinating. Thank you for your willingness to open your heart & your home to such a special being. ❤ Love to you both, Betsy

[@MsShandy111]

What a beautiful comment!

[@betsyveritas1055]

@@MsShandy111 l hope you don't mind me being somewhat personal with you, but when l saw your story, you reminded me of myself. I have lived in seclusion of one sort or another since l was in my late 40s. First, l lived on the Santa Rosa Sound in the panhandle of FL. Then, l ended up in the Smokies for several years & fed & communed w/ raccoons, deer, skunks, opossums, turkeys & cats that had no homes or awful homes. I loved these creatures as family as they seemed to love me. I'm a solitary person, a mystic that has more in common w/ them, than people. I care nothing about material wealth, goods or anything else anymore, though l have been wealthy, even to the extreme of that, most of my life. I'm now 70. Still feeding the creatures around me as they are my family. I find myself having more in common w/ the lovers of animals on sites, than l do w/ anyone else. Sending you good wishes. - Betsy

[@dasparado]

@@betsyveritas1055 You sound like a great person and I wish you the best. My wife and I take care of a small legion of stray cats as well as 4 of our own. Her dream is to expand and take on more animals but we cant afford to do it. She also had two strokes when she was much younger (age 20) which left one side of her body nearly paralyzed. Life has been challenging but we are happy helping out all the kitties.

[@betsyveritas1055]

@@dasparado HI, Thank you so much for your comments. So sorry about your wife's early strokes. That is incredibly tough. Yes, kitties have been the light of my life to a great extent. I have such a love of them. The pet psychic, Sonia Fitzpatrick & l had a consult once & she explained that l had been a cat thousands of times before becoming human. I found that completely believable because l have such an affinity for them. Thank you for taking care of them. I can't think of anything more worth doing. Take good care of all of you.

[@dasparado]

@@betsyveritas1055 Thank you so much for your kind comments! Cats are definitely a special animal. My wife is convinced my first cat returned to me in another body a decade after she passed. She showed up the same way my first cat did, looks exactly the same, and has this unique aura about her that I have never seen in other cats. It's quite fascinating. As for your former lives, I always wonder if we go in order from simple life to human, or is it random?

[@Bunni-6942]

I love squirrels :) I’ve always seen them from a distance and would wonder what squirrely whirly adventures they would get into.

[@critterallywithjohnernest.]

What a doll. I love squirrels. I feed a dozen of them every day. One even wants to come in the house when i had feed him. I only have rats for pets but would love to have a squirrel. Most graceful little animals ever. He sure loves you!🥰

[@Jackmack365]

I love this lady and her Squirrel Bunk, the fact that he has an entire big room is just pure love. I liked that the lady said everything here is chewed but it doesn’t matter, she has a pure heart of gold. Thank you for sharing this happy story, I smiled all the way through. 🙏🏼❤️🇬🇧

[@oioisweetheart3500]

The furniture was not particularly great to begin with. The squirrel 🐿 just added character and that fashionable distress look.

[@blessedoverflow1904]

O yes

[@sofarokintn8166]

Such a sweet story. Congratulations on your good fortune finding this sweet soul.

[@faithford9143]

This lady is a wonderful soul. I felt good watching this 👏🏽👏🏽🤗

[@suzannemills7920]

Me too

[@samuraicupcake289]

I once went to the park with some food and (of course) a curious squirrel came over. I was feeling pretty sad at the time so honestly I was pretty glad for the company and gave him a french fry and he didn't even run away with it, it ate it with me on the picnic table and it was honestly super cute.

[@beebuzz959]

@@erikarommel I think of times as a child I was berated for my bad behavior, and I'm grateful for it.

[@Strvngelovnge]

Idc, i will yell at the parents and scare the fk out of those idiot kids. As squirrel parents, my wife and I take educating people about squirrels very seriously. It does work, especially when they interact w our squirrel. After that they end up feeding squirrels and watching them in their yards.

[@amberschannel4709]

No matter the breed of an animal! They all deserve a forever home.

[@jrod6891]

That is the most chill squirrel I've ever seen

[@marmalade0223]

I don't know this lady - but I love her to pieces. I grew up in the swamps of Louisiana and was like her, while animal cruelty was all around me. as a child and young adult, this almost killed me. some people are different and can connect to animals. if you watch and listen, they do talk to you. I had many animals like this when I was young. my favorite was a skunk. such funny animals. another was a barn owl that I found on a railroad track late at night that I think was hit by a train maybe. his wing was broken. I took him home and he lived in my bathroom. I left the window open, and he spent a lot of time on the windowsill but didn't leave for about 4 months. he was so gentle and would hop down and sit on the edge of the sink while I was brushing my teeth, to drink the water from the tap. we fed him raw meat. one day I woke up and he was gone. it was time for him to leave I suppose. I left the window open for a while, but he never came back. I didn't even know we had barn owls in Louisiana and got to see him start changing into his summer phase colors. anyway, it's good to know there are more gentle people out there. lovely story.

[@Puddycat00]

Awe what a great story. It makes me happy to know that there are loving good hearted ppl out there. The news only shows the bad and evil of the world

[@nirameganirg4738]

Very Inspiring. Thanks for the story.

[@verlondakirchner2281]

Yours is a lovely story too!

[@christophersatkowski8548]

People like y’all are the only reason I have faith. Bless.

[@batatokr1]

Great story... glad to know good hearted people are around

[@SA-Bean-Bean]

I used to have a pet squirrel too... BEST COMPANION IVE EVER HAD!! Out of all my animals, the squirrel was so awesome!!! Went to petsmart with me on my shoulder, stood on my shower when i was in there, she would sleep in my hair and share grapes. She was amazing. Absolutely smart loving animals! 🐾

[@AChopstix]

plz tell me her name was Sandy Cheeks

[@1827Beethoven]

We raised a squirrel from 1 day old after it was taken from its nest by a crow. She's two years old now and lives a pretty normal life. She has built a drey in my neighbours tree and comes down every day for breakfast burying her nuts in the garden, and if we're out there, in our clothes! She adjusted to being wild with amazing ease, considering she was a house-squirrel for the first year of her life until we put her aviary up. Now she's free to roam but hasn't gone far! Lovely to see her go from a battered up jelly bean to a fully fledged adult squirrel.

[@pandora770]

This is true caring. Well done. Not like the woman un the video who has made him her "baby" and her life...

[@k.tinder8905]

@@pandora770 she set her squirrel free....it came back after 5 days shaking...it also got into some sort of accident and it's front paw is injured...I hardly consider this fine lady in this video trying to be selfish and keep her squirrel for herself. You hadn't seen the full video obviously.

[@charrielyn1231]

His tree house - no way!!!! 😂 love this - Bunk is awesome!!!

[@renee8543]

It's not weird to love a squirrel. It means you are open-hearted and beautiful. I am glad you inspire others to be kinder and stop their car for squirrels. Thank you for the video!

[@martinq1920]

I cannot begin to understand why anyone wouldn't slow down or stop their car if safe to do so.

[@teamzoey3923]

Nope i neva try 2 dodge a squirrel no more, 2 many time dey almost cause me a accident

[@brokenbabydoll9449]

My grandma loved squirrels they would come up and eat out of her hands .

[@dunscotus01]

What a wonderful person, she understands what's important in this life, and Bunk does too. They're family.

[@OverRule1]

My friend did this but it was with a mosquito

[@celestialknight2339]

@@OverRule1 Careful, those guys act nice but they’re really blood-suckers!! 😛

[@eddiel.4108]

How touching. You found him at the perfect time when he was defenseless, impressionable and a baby. Thank you for taking that lil guy in showing him love and allowing him to be apart of your life. They are gifts from God.

[@ProtoPunk]

So God gives her a squirrel but gave my mom cancer. Seems like a bad deal.

[@eddiel.4108]

@@ProtoPunk - you're looking at it from an entirely different angle. God has blessed humans with intelligence to fight diseases and to research them so that we could live a long and full life. No other animal on Earth can do that. Diseases are not just confined to humans. If an animal gets a disease there is nothing they can do about it. In that respect you should be thanking God. The animals don't have emergency rooms, or medicines to help with the pain and the suffering. God has given us the ability to make great advancements in medicine to help deal with human suffering. It's unfair to single out a gift that God bestowed on someone simply because you feel like you've been short changed. You're not the only one that has to deal with human grief. But it's wrong to blame God.

[@rachelchippewachickwallace4270]

@eddiel.4108 100% right. 2 things to remember... EVERYTHING is CONNECTED and therefore either CAUSES or EFFECTS. Also, FREEWILL EXISTS! Can you imagine how sad and ridiculous we would become if we instead were CREATED to be robotso?!.. Every choice already decided for us. Completely incapable of making our own choices, forming our own opinions.

[@MsShandy111]

What a lovely comment!

[@NicoleMichelChannel]

I can concur the love is unbelievable 🥰 what a cool dude 🐿 & cool mama!

[@russtuttle7579]

I have my little buddy for 4 years you don't have to tell me they're adorable little creatures

[@Faesharlyn]

I used to have a squirrel friend, his name was Scruff. Bunk is a very handsome mansquirrel, and a giant of his kind. It's amazing how good nutrition and nurturing can pay off in such a good quality of life. Thank you for helping him be the best boy he can be

[@elle_lovesgizmo]

How wonderful & blessed you are to have that guy to be together & help each other. That sculpture of trees 🌳 is incredible to say the least. Everything you have done for that little guy is so precious. Thank you for being there to help him.

[@brittanyhinsley179]

What a lovely bond! Bunk is such an adorable little chonk.

[@cmarkme]

"He has no-one". Well he has a mummy now, a Great friend and protector x you're an amazing person and I love you both!

[@Jane-kz8oc]

What a fantastic squirrel Mom this lady is. I am a rabbit Mom and rabbits can also feel love for a person like Bunk

[@cjmiller2037]

They are so beautiful. I feed a few that come to my door, they are so sweet.

[@nenadaigle8734]

I love this. It really touched me and warmed my heart. My husband passed away 5 years ago and now my dogs are all I have. We depend on each other and love each other. I hope your squirrel lives a very long time and that your able to be there for him until he does pass because he probably won’t make it without you. Feeling needed in this world is so important. God bless and lots of love to you and your little fur baby. ♥️

[@betsyveritas1055]

I'm so sorry about the loss of your husband. My husband died of cancer about 3 years ago & l have never been so lonely. God bless you. Be well.

[@MsShandy111]

My relationship with my dog is like this. He needs me and I need him. I got him from the shelter when he was 8years old. He is now 14. His past has been traumatic and he suffers from separation anxiety. I am here for him and always will.

[@silviavoss6411]

Bunk is adorable such a beautiful little guy, so happy he's with you!!

[@wiuser1745]

He sure is cute and very lucky.

[@reinadegrillos]

Every being deserves to be loved. Cheers.

[@philip.aocallaghan4602]

He's beautiful...and so are you 😊

[@joycegausmann5840]

Dearest lady ❤ you are the best mom, pal, and companion to Bunk. Lovely how much you care and how much love he gives back. Love is love. Your kindness and thoughtfulness with him is amazing. Wish you could bottle that for everyone. ❤

[@jessicaromo4369]

"Because of you I now brake when I see a squirrel." Unless its unsafe to do so, you should break for all animals! Life is life and should all be treated with respect.

[@kme3894]

I was very saddened by that comment, as it implies that people just don't care if they run over an animal. I would never not brake (safely as much as possible, obviously) for an animal on the street

[@sewergal1]

I agree 1000%! All life is precious.

[@jessicaromo4369]

@@kme3894 to be honest I would probably brake even if it was unsafe. I would be distraught hitting any animal. I would be bawling and like full on panic attack if I ever killed an animal.

[@kme3894]

@@jessicaromo4369 I get what you mean, I'm the same. One time I was driving late at night through the Tuscan countryside on a rather narrow, pitch black road and this porcupine just appeared out of nowhere in the middle of the road. I swerved and nearly ended up in the ditch off road (which in hindsight was quite distressful in and of itself), but the WORST feeling was that I felt/heard my car "lightly" tapping the porcupine (not a loud thud, so I doubt it was injured, it was just a "woosh" kind of noise - and there were a couple of spikes in the rubber part of my bumper after). I couldn't stop and check because it was literally in the middle of nowhere at night with possible incoming cars and no room for parking on the side of the road, but I feel horribly guilty to this day 😥

[@jessicaromo4369]

@@kme3894 Thankfully we don't have those ditches in Ca but they had some deep ones in South Carolina. The big thing was deer, which you definitely don't want to hit that and every once in awhile a turtle walking across the street. I did hit a dog once but i was already slowing down when I did. It had already ran off before I could check on it but I knew it was alive.

[@mamoros56]

It's not weird at all to love a squirrel or any other animal! Bless you for taking such good care of him and thereby impacting your community. ❤❤❤

[@7thfret.]

There are many beautiful creatures on this planet, but squirrels are literally at the top of the list. From all of us squirrel lovers, we love you Buck!

[@janetdear6429]

🤧 aww he's such a gorgeous little boy, bless you for saving him, great video thanks 💖😁

[@Kimmirisk]

This is so beautiful!! I could watch this for hours! 🥰

[@annjohnson8437]

Bunk's story made my day! Much health and happiness to you both!!! 🐿 ❤ 😊

[@bowtiedone2784]

That little squirrel is so amazing. You can tell that he's been through a lot. Glad you are taking care of him. He's Happy 😊

[@sandracostello2833]

What a wonderful story🌷 And what a compassionate human being you are. Your bond with Bunk goes beyond reality, it's spiritual. You two were meant to be together forever. 🌈🐿️🌈🐿️🌈🐿️🌈🐿️🌈

[@-.-4]

I love that the whole room is his and she doesn’t care about the furniture. Happy animal happy mama. I don’t care about furniture either.

[@alicevanderbruggen8711]

Awwwww! I rescued a baby mouse and we have the same relationship. He's just like a little puppy that comes to me when I call for him. Truly blessed to have a gentle soul that animals can feel safe.

[@nathanjones6638]

Something your experience might help me with. One time, I was sitting down, and a baby mouse ran over my foot. He ran under a pile of towels, looked out at me, then ran up and cuddled under the arch of my foot. Never knew what to make of that behavior.

[@davemcelhinnie5790]

So glad there are humans like you in this world willing to help a little creatures.

[@ThelmaThais1]

My heart melt when she said "being loved by a squirrel is a miracle" 🥰

[@michelehemlokhexwhite4310]

What a beeeee-autiful story. True connection right there. I'm glad this lady and Bunk have each other. Sweet life for them both. I understand.... I feel the same way about my parrot 😍

[@daisi4925]

There’s nothing wrong with loving a squirrel. I had one for a week or so and they were funny, loving, and gave such joy. We had to turn him over to nature center because we wanted the best for him. I’m glad you have a friend

[@yourenough3]

What an amazing woman ❤😊 love this. I feed the squirrels everyday alomg with the birds one does try to jump up in my lap ❤

[@pa209]

What a heartwarming story it really made my day. With all the hate in the world this is beautiful.🌷