Wild Squirrel Decides To Live Next To The Guy Who Rescued Him | The Dodo Wild Hearts

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  • @daimeepier
    @daimeepier 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6142

    He set such a good example for his kids: empathy without selfishness.

    • @Jag10789
      @Jag10789 3 ปีที่แล้ว +93

      His children are going to be better placed in life than those who unfortunately didn’t get a Dad like him.

    • @dannydowd9768
      @dannydowd9768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@Jessica-to8um
      Amen 🙏 I couldn’t have said it better, but I feel the same way. I’ve learned more from the internet than I ever did from my family. But they did give me a great start. 👍🏻 as in how to show kindness to everyone.

    • @mydogsioux
      @mydogsioux 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Well said and perfectly phrased! What a great human!

    • @TheGoldenOtty
      @TheGoldenOtty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ❤️❤️

    • @ksh319
      @ksh319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Can't agree more

  • @jaystef1627
    @jaystef1627 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2850

    You know he still slips his boy a few cashews every now and then.

    • @pear.820
      @pear.820 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      this comment is so underrated

    • @The_Beast_666
      @The_Beast_666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@pear.820 Yes it is!

    • @The_Beast_666
      @The_Beast_666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @Jay Stef Dude why the hell doesn't your comment have like a million likes and a thousand replies? I'll never understand!!!!

    • @rainbowthrustars
      @rainbowthrustars 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@The_Beast_666 It will come in a few yrs when youtube starts suggesting this video to all users on youtube.

    • @fridgeman111
      @fridgeman111 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      such a good comment

  • @tiyonbaret6914
    @tiyonbaret6914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +681

    “I’m going to work”
    (Acorn goes into shirt)
    Acorn: Then work we shall go

    • @figgynewton5664
      @figgynewton5664 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Michelin Star Restaurant here we come
      and a Disney based off our story

    • @kayshawnsimmons6822
      @kayshawnsimmons6822 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So sweet❤😍🐿

  • @lisaaltman9363
    @lisaaltman9363 2 ปีที่แล้ว +325

    There's nothing more satisfying than seeing a big, burly man show his sensitive side by rescuing a sweet, innocent, little animal. God bless.

    • @Jillybeancupccake2
      @Jillybeancupccake2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Man rescues any animal...Me, Suddenly smitten😉

    • @ThetaTrolling
      @ThetaTrolling ปีที่แล้ว

      Shut up you social stereotype pusher. This is a human being not the big burly men standard u expect when seeing someone like this

    • @cristinhopkins2748
      @cristinhopkins2748 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was going to say the SAME thing! Here is this big dude with piercings and such and a deep voice...but he is caring and gentle with this little creature. Well...I guess our mothers were right! You know??The book? and cover?!

    • @ThetaTrolling
      @ThetaTrolling ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cristinhopkins2748 wtf crack are you smoking. He's just a human and all humans have emotions. Get ur head straight

  • @B30pt87
    @B30pt87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2066

    This guy did everything right.

    • @SomeDude047
      @SomeDude047 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Yup.

    • @aliciamesa5382
      @aliciamesa5382 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yees!!!!

    • @testosterone912
      @testosterone912 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      facts i’m glad he just wanted him to be a wild squirrel instead of a pet bc they are wild animals.

    • @jamiew1664
      @jamiew1664 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      he did. youre right

    • @jjsundra3310
      @jjsundra3310 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      This video should be used to educate the young in school.., as what to do when rescuing a wild creature...!!
      WELL DONE..! 👍

  • @swozzlesticks3068
    @swozzlesticks3068 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2602

    "The goal wasn't to make him a pet, it was to rehabilitate him."
    I like this guy

    • @gocedimoski728
      @gocedimoski728 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Straight outta compton😂

    • @thealmighty5629
      @thealmighty5629 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Omg I was the 299 like And I was just reading the replies and suddenly it changed to 300 rights before my eyes.
      I am soo happy

    • @14Yubia
      @14Yubia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      But I am worried about the cars. Where his mother is gone...

    • @vapingfury4460
      @vapingfury4460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      it's a shame because wild animals that grow up with humans being their caregiver actually associate themselves with being a human given their upbringing so releasing them into the wild means that they don't know how to associate with animals of their same species or breed with them.

    • @syria4free737
      @syria4free737 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cats and dogs are also Not make from Nature to become pets.

  • @doenermitallem
    @doenermitallem 3 ปีที่แล้ว +326

    "You're a wild guy now. You go do your thing."

    • @dunnlean9041
      @dunnlean9041 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      As a grown man, you can beat me to a bloody pulp and I won't shed a tear. But something wholesome always breaks me down. It's a strange feeling.

    • @doenermitallem
      @doenermitallem 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same here, buddy!

  • @gemmag.2988
    @gemmag.2988 2 ปีที่แล้ว +323

    This man has a heart of gold but also wants to send his squirrel back into the wild. Congrats all round!

  • @jenniferharden2258
    @jenniferharden2258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8203

    This big tough looking guy so gently handles and nurtures a baby squirrel. Can never judge a book by it's cover. 😊

    • @joshkeeley1984
      @joshkeeley1984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +289

      Speaking what was on most of our minds. And to add to that...Chris went about it the right way. To not rehab it to eventually become a pet, but to eventually release it back into the wild.
      I Guarantee it was damn tough on Chris to say no to Acorn wanting more family time and staying inside their home. But hey, the outdoors are his home, and little Acorn learned that.
      You know that Chris missed him once he didn't really see ol' Acorn outside. But seeing that nest made his fricken day.
      Like a Walt Disney ending that Acorn built his little squirrel house inside of Chris's property.
      Writing a story here, sorry.

    • @jengable4888
      @jengable4888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      I would agree ! 👍

    • @markorollo.
      @markorollo. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +133

      i knew a couple of guys like that when i was at college, huge guys, both had mohican haircuts, tats, & wore like military stuff, big boots & camo stuff, two of the nicest people ive ever known.

    • @mydogsioux
      @mydogsioux 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Well said!

    • @gailblue6803
      @gailblue6803 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      I know!! I LOVE a big guy gently holding a baby!! Heart-melt!!

  • @slw04
    @slw04 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2728

    He built his nest on the property. Awww how independent of him to move out on his own. He’s grown but not really😂😂

    • @TheLondonLass
      @TheLondonLass 3 ปีที่แล้ว +203

      He's like the kid that brings his laundry home each weekend!

    • @Solkard
      @Solkard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Umm.... what are those lines running through the tree, right above his nest?

    • @alien4053
      @alien4053 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@TheLondonLass Or those tiny house couples that build on their parent's property.

    • @ywgmb35
      @ywgmb35 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Check out the HornetKing channel. That guy has two adopted pet squirrels and features them lots in his wasp and hornet education videos

    • @missg.5940
      @missg.5940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      At least he isn’t in the basement eating Doritos and gaming😷🇨🇦

  • @detecampos3683
    @detecampos3683 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Chris is raising their kids by teaching them to respect animals. What a Nice guy!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @brianaburns9155
    @brianaburns9155 3 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    My favorite part is that he wanted the squirrel to flourish and grow in his own habitat. He didn’t force it to live as a pet:)

  • @sammccloud3395
    @sammccloud3395 3 ปีที่แล้ว +931

    They grow up so quick and move next door...

    • @persephonespomegranate
      @persephonespomegranate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

      Better than moving into your basement 😂

    • @viciouslady1340
      @viciouslady1340 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      just like greek families

    • @bemusedbandersnatch2069
      @bemusedbandersnatch2069 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      He did build his own nest though so youve got to respect the labor he put in to making his own place.

    • @TheGoldenOtty
      @TheGoldenOtty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @DazedMMJ87
      @DazedMMJ87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol

  • @karlwashere123
    @karlwashere123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5264

    "The goal is to rehabilitate him and not make him a pet”
    Squirrel: eats Ritz cracker.

    • @wunnell
      @wunnell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +675

      I'm sure that it was a wild cracker that he hunted and killed himself.

    • @thatdudnum67potatoe45
      @thatdudnum67potatoe45 3 ปีที่แล้ว +158

      @@wunnell yes like any good squirrel would

    • @YhelloWish
      @YhelloWish 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      @@wunnell Hunt wild cracker WAIT WHAAAT!?

    • @ciaraan
      @ciaraan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Very interesting comments...

    • @SDStudiosAnimations
      @SDStudiosAnimations 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      666 likes

  • @nicholasmiller5146
    @nicholasmiller5146 3 ปีที่แล้ว +304

    I have a friend outside of Ocala, FL who did the same thing. Found an abandoned baby squirreled...rehabilitated him...and released him to the "wild" again. The squirrel hung around his yard for a while...then moved further away with other squirrels...but still comes back occasionally to visit him. LUV all you Animal Lovers ! I live in Mex. and rescue street dogs. Can't live without them!

    • @laurafeher9694
      @laurafeher9694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      May you flourish and begin a sanctuary for the orphans

    • @binaraghu846
      @binaraghu846 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Bless you

    • @skk1711
      @skk1711 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Bless you 🙏💞

    • @kristab321
      @kristab321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Much love and respect for rescuing the street dogs. I'd be right there with you if I lived there ❤

    • @betsyroberts9704
      @betsyroberts9704 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Bless you!!❤

  • @stephenwedderburn9307
    @stephenwedderburn9307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    He is a good man and his kindness to that baby squirrel shows his character and morality. What a great example of a human being. Well done buddy you are the best 😊

    • @FATillery
      @FATillery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Indeed...

  • @True_BabaYaga
    @True_BabaYaga 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2937

    His kids will grow up to be good people seeing their father example.

    • @johnakaoldguy3158
      @johnakaoldguy3158 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      This man is a great example for his children. The world could use a lot more parents like him. 👍👏

    • @dontcare3
      @dontcare3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @JoybuzzahzTV found the lonely, sad guy.

    • @dontcare3
      @dontcare3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Caden Souvannasane you're right, he's doing something worse that is insufferably annoying. People who have to butt in with the "well actually". Furthermore he's wrong in the stupid point he was trying to make. Thanks though.

    • @dontcare3
      @dontcare3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @TheUltimateGamer245 Thank you lol

    • @andreawilliams2386
      @andreawilliams2386 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's awsome.

  • @edeshmont84
    @edeshmont84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1988

    Dude did that perfectly. Way to go man. Didnt have it as a pet but her trust u enough to still live around u. Good win!!!!

    • @TheGoldenOtty
      @TheGoldenOtty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ❤️

    • @ksh319
      @ksh319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yes, it's win-win!

    • @animeaunty
      @animeaunty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sharonr2121
      AMEN!
      I get it Sweetie, I spread the Word as well but there r Words that will have MUCH greater impact for ur Burden of Souls. Pray for them & discernment & win many more for the Glory 🙏 ☺️
      Humanity has been so abused by "religion" that we have a GREAT responsibility to choose the Words with the best chances of preventing more from being separated FOREVER & NOT pushed further n2 the arms of the deceiver.

    • @Toopa88
      @Toopa88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@sharonr2121 Who are you to write a missionary comment without any context? Freak.

    • @kasperaglen2701
      @kasperaglen2701 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sharonr2121 Nothing in that sentence makes sense

  • @dyenastyboy
    @dyenastyboy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Tells you that this guy is probably also a good father. Patient and gentle.

  • @lynndee5289
    @lynndee5289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Really great thing you did taking care of him and releasing him back to the wild. God bless your heart.

  • @fergoka
    @fergoka 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1029

    Real men are kind to animals.

    • @zodrac516
      @zodrac516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      @@casualwithballs there's nothing wrong with that though

    • @verbalkint4258
      @verbalkint4258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      @@casualwithballs hunting and eating is fine, hunting for sport and taking a dead animal home with you to display its remains is sick.

    • @edgemaxxer1573
      @edgemaxxer1573 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@verbalkint4258 it's hard to argue with his assesment

    • @je.m3320
      @je.m3320 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@verbalkint4258 that iswhat we call circle of life respecting the prey

    • @spongmongler6760
      @spongmongler6760 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @Darren Smith no you don't, that's just something horrible people say to make themselves feel less guilty. you have to understand cruelty, not to be cruel. by your logic I should go out and make humans extinct to feel how great they really were.

  • @sheik124
    @sheik124 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1199

    lol, hearing/seeing "that's ma boi" comin from this guy to a squirrel is so wholesome. be proud squirrel papa

    • @Holy0X
      @Holy0X 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      excuse me..... why?????

    • @PharcydeGaming
      @PharcydeGaming 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      except he said that in front of his real son .... and now his son is moving out and hates his dad...

  • @OnTheFritz602
    @OnTheFritz602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So touching, squirrels are very intelligent.

  • @Rainbow-yh6ov
    @Rainbow-yh6ov 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    There’s nothing more adorable than a tough guy who respects and goes the extra mile for a baby animal! Thanks for being you!!

  • @dinamirm.9290
    @dinamirm.9290 3 ปีที่แล้ว +839

    To Chris: Im very proud of you and your children. You treat nature with respect and passed it on to your kids. That's something everyone should do. I am going to do this aswell. you should be a role model of every human being of this earth

  • @vertigatari
    @vertigatari 3 ปีที่แล้ว +304

    the “Thats my boy!” killed me 🥺

  • @ellietobe
    @ellietobe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    We rescued three baby squirrels one year. What a group of characters they were! We had seen an adult squirrel dead in the road and then a couple of days later found little baby squirrels that had gotten so hungry that they climbed out of the nest. We gathered them up and fed them in our enclosed back porch for a couple of weeks and then they were ready to go off into the world and live the squirrel life. It was great fun caring for them.

  • @mjareacts2731
    @mjareacts2731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That was such a touching story. I love the fact that he was willing to nurture this orphan squirrel, yet he knew that it was mandatory that the squirrel be returned back to nature. Me and my family have done stuff like this over the years for some birds, and it's one of the most rewarding feelings to watch them as they return back to nature. I've never actually gone to school for anything dealing with animals, but I've watched programs, read thousands of books, and I've intently listened for over 45 plus years to some of the best in the business as it pertains to a multitude of animals on land and in the sea. I may not hold a doctorate in any of these fields, but that doesn't lessen my own love and dedication to the preservation of nature.

  • @Coletje
    @Coletje 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1663

    Fun fact, 'Acorn' is pronounced almost exactly the same as the Dutch word 'Eekhoorn', which means squirrel.

    • @gilgamesh7055
      @gilgamesh7055 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      In Swedish its "Ekorre" which is pretty close aswell.

    • @MrKfadrat
      @MrKfadrat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      yea, and its really close to polish 'wiewiórka' too ;)

    • @Akantor5
      @Akantor5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      @@MrKfadrat that's pretty close to the German word Eichhörnchen. 🐿😉

    • @MrKfadrat
      @MrKfadrat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      they are like exactly same words! damn world is weird ;)

    • @gilgamesh7055
      @gilgamesh7055 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      @@MrKfadrat
      Not really. English, Dutch, Swedish and German are all languages descended from the same old Germanic tribe-system (although i consider English these days more of an illegitimate phonetic and grammatical mish-mash of different languages and language-groups that its hard to even call it Germanic anymore)
      Your language, Polish, is a Saxon one, so its not strange that it would not have some similarities, especially when you factor in geography.
      *Oh, i almost forgot the obligatory "KURWA-MATCZ" whenever your talking to a slavic dude*

  • @JRotten
    @JRotten 3 ปีที่แล้ว +806

    If more people acted like you, the world would be a better place.

    • @kaetestuart7110
      @kaetestuart7110 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I totally agree with u

    • @NH-hq7ly
      @NH-hq7ly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Please don't ask people to be the person you wanted. Ask yourself instead, be that person.

    • @v-town1980
      @v-town1980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Except his clothes.

    • @lindafetterolf4301
      @lindafetterolf4301 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@v-town1980 moo

    • @robertmartin7102
      @robertmartin7102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There is a place. Irs called HEAVEN.

  • @Sweetnsour2023
    @Sweetnsour2023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So sweet! Thank you for saving Acorn!

  • @s-p-man5271
    @s-p-man5271 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I’m so excited by the fact that he fed the baby squirrel-like anyone of his kids. There was a tie of love there, an interaction that many has lost with animals. May God always bless him

  • @Joel-bj8om
    @Joel-bj8om 3 ปีที่แล้ว +976

    He's a proud father, seeing his boy is now settled comfortably in his home.

    • @rohin614
      @rohin614 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      they grow up so fast

    • @EnvieSage
      @EnvieSage 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rohin614 vro i hate stinky farts

    • @josieericabroncho1462
      @josieericabroncho1462 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They grow fast when someone found it

    • @rohin614
      @rohin614 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@EnvieSage lol what

    • @user-br8xr9bf2v
      @user-br8xr9bf2v 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rohin614 كممم

  • @Mynervas
    @Mynervas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +619

    Fun and useless fact: ‘acorn’ sounds like the Dutch word ‘eekhoorn’ which means... squirrel. So a very fitting name, me thinks.

    • @QuirkyShiny
      @QuirkyShiny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      The German word is 'eichhörnchen' which is a compound word 'tree croissant'!

    • @Eclipse1369
      @Eclipse1369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@QuirkyShiny - haha I’m dead. That’s great.

    • @nikitanair6566
      @nikitanair6566 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      These are all very entertaining facts. Loving this thread. XD

    • @Toopa88
      @Toopa88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@QuirkyShiny I'm Austrian and never heard of "Hörnchen = croissant" before. I guess it only works for Germany.

    • @Toopa88
      @Toopa88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Also, "oak croissant" should be correct. "tree" means Baum in German. "Eiche" means oak.

  • @CarolSueRios
    @CarolSueRios 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    God Bless this man and his family.🙏❤️

  • @stacyhoneycutt606
    @stacyhoneycutt606 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Squirrels are intelligent and affectionate creatures. Thank you for saving him, God bless you!

  • @titanmma101
    @titanmma101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +326

    My family had a squirrel family member too. His name was fuzzy nuts, or fuzzy for short. Only he didn't build a nest in our tree when we let him go, he took over our mini shed. He knocked on the kitchen window when he was hungry, but if the window was open, he would open the peanut jar and help himself.

    • @wosborne5535
      @wosborne5535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Adorable 😂🥰

    • @somarramos9567
      @somarramos9567 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      omg 😂💕that's too cute and funny he is such a mood

    • @YouTubeUzername
      @YouTubeUzername 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂

    • @ksh319
      @ksh319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's what we do 🙂🙂🐿🐿

    • @sharonr2121
      @sharonr2121 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hi! Jesus loves you! He’s coming soon, so turn to and obey Him 100%, to escape hell and the tribulation! The safest place you can be is in obedience! Have a good day!

  • @gadnukbreakerofworlds3460
    @gadnukbreakerofworlds3460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +500

    Big guy, bigger heart.
    "That's mah boi!"
    Every father's celebratory words of successful parenting.

    • @Nonyah123
      @Nonyah123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rohanchivukula2809 aww sad comment

  • @heatherbonin2477
    @heatherbonin2477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awww! What a good soul this man is! 👍💗👏😎

  • @saraheschweiler4939
    @saraheschweiler4939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great job saving the life of that little fellow, Acorn.😊 Glad you were able to help him re-wild, & how sweet he chose to live near you!
    A few weeks ago, during our ferociously bitter sub-zero cold spell, we discovered a squirrel had built a nest on top of our car's engine, under the hood...started chewing through various car cables & wires...$450 in car repairs.😔 Good thing your squirrel-friend prefers to build his home in a tree!😉

  • @peterrollins881
    @peterrollins881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +695

    This dude's kids will grow up being GOOD people with a clear understanding of how to behave on this planet. Phenomenal example sir!

    • @excelsior8682
      @excelsior8682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I would laugh so hard if they started a fur farm

    • @peterrollins881
      @peterrollins881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@LiLsCo0tZ How in God's name did my comment trigger you so much you decided to leave a grumpy ass reply?
      JFC man, leave your basement, go outside, and smile at someone.......

    • @allahm-ast3mnlywlatstbdlny164
      @allahm-ast3mnlywlatstbdlny164 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mashallah tbark Allah alhamudillah inshallah better astgfrallah

    • @NH-hq7ly
      @NH-hq7ly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LiLsCo0tZ They won't become the exact copies, but they will get influenced from their parents' action. I can see it in you as well, buddy

    • @CamilleGG451
      @CamilleGG451 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@peterrollins881 Love your response about the basement!😆😆 (Yes, here on the ol' internet you can say, "hope you have a good day buddy!" and someone will say "go to hell" 🤣🤯). It's mind-boggling. In any case, your original comment is really awesome and a man with this much compassion and sensitivity is major husband material IMO! So caring and secure in showing it!! 💗💗💗

  • @evergreen3037
    @evergreen3037 3 ปีที่แล้ว +284

    Doesn't this guy look so NOT like the type who would care for a squirrel? Shows why a book should not be judged by its cover. Dude you rock!! 😘 ❤ 🐿

    • @sweetdaisy9918
      @sweetdaisy9918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I totally agree with you. Well said Miss!

    • @mydogsioux
      @mydogsioux 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Absolutely! We all need to remind ourselves that appearances are nothing more than a costume. We all choose our costume for different reasons....

    • @Toopa88
      @Toopa88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      The ironic/funny thing is that even thinking that makes you quite judgemental.

    • @jovanleon7
      @jovanleon7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Many tough looking guys actually really have a soft spot for little animals. Most of them even are I'm pretty sure cus I'm a guy.

    • @__eganista6372
      @__eganista6372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You'd be surprised, those types of guys & the big biker guys too, are the softest with animals ;-)

  • @veraf6924
    @veraf6924 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    He is really proud of his boy!!
    I love raising video ND like to watch it after a long day. It always make me feel happy and see the nice interaction between animals and humans.
    Hopefully acorn is still around and brings his children ti meet their grandpa.

  • @danipayne231
    @danipayne231 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    We need more men like you in this world. Absolutely lovely rescue! 🙏🏻 namaste

  • @nitanice
    @nitanice 3 ปีที่แล้ว +256

    I've raised one of them. That's what they do. He may still come in the house for a bite of your peanut butter sandwich, hang out with you a bit. But he's a man now. He'll go back to his own place and it might be months till he comes back to hang with you again. Great job! Proud of you guys!

    • @thomasblnb495
      @thomasblnb495 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Are you talking about humans or squirrels?

    • @frang2023
      @frang2023 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      A man?

    • @bluecat1993
      @bluecat1993 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think she meant the jonas brothers..

  • @RudeMcNasty
    @RudeMcNasty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    It is a bittersweet moment when your Adult kids leave the house.

    • @0ChildStar
      @0ChildStar 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂😭😂

    • @FurnitureFan
      @FurnitureFan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This man knows that adult squirrel is happy now in his own place. I hope Acorn finds a mate.

  • @suzannebaxter2888
    @suzannebaxter2888 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What a great father he is, why do news station report stories like this instead of the constant doom and gloom

  • @michellejolly7325
    @michellejolly7325 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So very heartwarming ❤️🙏

  • @JustinY.
    @JustinY. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1497

    This squirrel looks absolutely adorable! what a cute critter!

    • @AxxLAfriku
      @AxxLAfriku 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      HELP!!! Everybody at my school cyberbullies me because they say my videos are extremely BAD!!! Please help me, dear justin y

    • @crazykoalayeah
      @crazykoalayeah 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh gosh!

    • @swilson5320
      @swilson5320 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Gosh darn it, a cute ninja recognizes another cute ninja

    • @barackobama331
      @barackobama331 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Darn you Justin before I bring out the 14 inch punisher

    • @squirrelchipmunkgopherbeaver
      @squirrelchipmunkgopherbeaver 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hmm something's wrong here. The reply section isn't blown up and there's very few replies. Hmm

  • @lyndilee2955
    @lyndilee2955 3 ปีที่แล้ว +280

    How sweet! I had found a baby squirrel years ago, nursed him with an eyedropper as you did, named him Rusty. Anyway, he used to sit by the door and wait for my husband to get off work, he knew the exact timing! He would run up his pantleg and crawl up to his shoulder and sit! I let him go finally but I still used to call his name, after so long, I never heard from him. But one day I called his name and I heard a noise on my neighbors roof, looked up and there was Rusty wagging his tail and chattering to me, I was so happy and then out of the blue another squirrel showed up at the top of the roof and they both slid down together to the gutter, just like a chip n dale cartoon! It was sooo cool! Rusty found his Love and came back to show me! Your story brought me back such a fond n lovely memory, thank you! Had to share mine!

    • @derpaderpy4931
      @derpaderpy4931 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Y'know, I will say that I believe this is a real story, but even if it isn't I'm still gonna keep that imagery in my head because realistic wholesome stories give me a reason to live.

    • @lyndilee2955
      @lyndilee2955 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@derpaderpy4931 yes, this is all true! My husband and I lived in denison tx at the time near lake texoma. That baby squirrel fell out of a nest, I kept him in one of my furry houseshoes at first which was adorable to me! Rusty was so smart, he woyld climb up on my kitchen table and lift the lid off my sugar bowl and help himself! Loved that little guy but knew I had to eventually let him go. He really did come back n slide down the neighbors roof along with his girlfriend, just like a walt disney movie ! Just like chip n dale! Im so happy you liked one of my favorite memories! Thank you cuz now I got to be reminded of Rusty being a part of my life!

    • @derpaderpy4931
      @derpaderpy4931 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@lyndilee2955 Knowing it's a real story just makes it a hundred times better, really. I do hope Rusty is still doing well out there, and really, any reminder of happy memories is always welcome.

    • @potadorable5810
      @potadorable5810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I found a squirrel a month ago...and I did everything you did.he was just 4 weeks old ,he didn't open his eye.i named him batman . Batman passed away a week before ,he had bleeding in the anus .I'm so traumatized. He was just a month old ... My aunt said that he died because I closed his home ( a box) too tightly.... I guess I killed him unintentionally.... I killed my own baby . 😖😖😖 He was so cute ,I had a lot of future plans to do with him when he opened his eyes😖 everything goes in vain.

    • @lincolncolt3183
      @lincolncolt3183 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for sharing what a joyous story that is bless you!

  • @adacasas511
    @adacasas511 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's very Beautiful to see him grow to maturity and set up his own nest close enough to watch over his Dad and human family. 😇🕊

  • @ColRusSer
    @ColRusSer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I don’t know what it is about seeing such gentleness, sensitivity and kindness coming out of a big tough guy that is so heartwarming. And, it’s clear that he’s doing a wonderful job with his children, too!💛

  • @thrillhous6407
    @thrillhous6407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Who else here just wants to hug every squirrel they ever see??

    • @jocelynjones4940
      @jocelynjones4940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They're all so busy all of the time. 🌰 is very cute!

    • @thrillhous6407
      @thrillhous6407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And they are a bit squirmy lol

    • @thrillhous6407
      @thrillhous6407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ty for the likes 😊

    • @thrillhous6407
      @thrillhous6407 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Jennifer Coleman your a squirrel hero :0

    • @FurnitureFan
      @FurnitureFan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not hugging any creature with those sharp pointy claws! It makes them amazing climbers tho.

  • @mysterylovescompany2657
    @mysterylovescompany2657 3 ปีที่แล้ว +209

    "I was so proud [of his independence, while wanting to stay close]."
    This man over being a better Dad to his wild squirrel than most parents are to their adult kids.

  • @JadetheGoober
    @JadetheGoober 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    “Thats my boy”
    MY EYES ARE OCEANS

  • @matthewlegrande6119
    @matthewlegrande6119 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for helping that squirrel. It speaks well of you (that you would do such a thing,).

  • @rammytheramanimtez
    @rammytheramanimtez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    I'm so proud of Acorn
    Sure he got farther away but he's always gonna be Chris' best friend

    • @sharonr2121
      @sharonr2121 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi! Jesus loves you! He’s coming soon, so turn to and obey Him 100%, to escape hell and the tribulation! The safest place you can be is in obedience! Have a good day!

    • @rammytheramanimtez
      @rammytheramanimtez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sharonr2121 aaw
      Same to you :3

    • @sharonr2121
      @sharonr2121 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rammytheramanimtez, thank you! Please change your profile picture, don’t love the evil pleasures of the world more than God! Have a great day!

    • @rammytheramanimtez
      @rammytheramanimtez 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sharonr2121 oki

    • @mechanicowl7086
      @mechanicowl7086 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sharonr2121 anime is not evil lol

  • @zigi3575
    @zigi3575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +499

    I hate when People say animals have no feelings
    Here is proof they have

    • @patsylvest
      @patsylvest 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      You are so right. When Cheska, a Chihuahua, came to us, she had been abused and you could see the fear in her eyes. It took some time but now all you see is trust and love. Eyes are the windows of the soul.

    • @valeriebumblebee7607
      @valeriebumblebee7607 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Beavis Mcbeavis exactly!

    • @avidadolares
      @avidadolares 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You just trying to get some likes to make your life have value? I dont remember anyone ever saying that. They say animals dont show humans feelings the same way...but I have never heard someone say that animals dont have feelings. Thats just idiotic to even comment saying that.

    • @felixf4378
      @felixf4378 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@avidadolares actually a lot of people say that. They think that all the emotions and feelings that animals shows are just "programmed." Like they are robots and they show emotions not because they can feel them but because it's beneficial to them.

    • @luminous6969
      @luminous6969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      SOME animals have no feelings, like sharks and crocodiles.

  • @vroquejordan7952
    @vroquejordan7952 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is the love every body need's in this world 🌎

  • @paulinarittscher215
    @paulinarittscher215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You're such a big guy and to watch all that tenderness, kindness and love putting out towards that tiny little one just tear me up big time. They say that with men their kindness, goodness, tenderness and love is proportionate to their size, in your case, absolutely correct! I'm sure that with this, you've brought joy to many hearts, mine for sure. Thank you for saving this precious baby.

  • @brendajones347
    @brendajones347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +452

    Love a guy who believes animals should be protected and respected and not hunted....love the name ACORN omg so adorable....

    • @brendajones347
      @brendajones347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I dont eat meat and i am fine...it can be done...its just your choice to cause pain and suffering on others and enjoying it!!!

    • @ardour1587
      @ardour1587 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats just funny :)

    • @Watchmewatch5752
      @Watchmewatch5752 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Big dude with huge heart! In my language ‘eekhoorn’ (Dutch; pronounced: acorn) means squirrel!

    • @galaxyride4944
      @galaxyride4944 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Acorn is the Dutch translation of squirrel

    • @j.c.1902
      @j.c.1902 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It's a filthy rodent which creates holes in walls and destroys property. I am so sick of you animal worshipping vegans. You should be deported to your own tofu island.

  • @joanneweiss3864
    @joanneweiss3864 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Dad of the year...to adorable squirrels & beautiful children ♥️ what a lesson for your kids!!!

    • @ewaf4733
      @ewaf4733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well said, the dad of the year! He created the perfect family with respect to all living creatures

  • @daniello9155
    @daniello9155 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Chris your kids will be so proud of you when they are older, you have taught them so many good values. You may look a toughie but your soft heart shines through. Good on you brother.

  • @Fitgirlkate
    @Fitgirlkate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Why did I burst into tears when he said
    "thats my boy"
    🥺😢🥺😢

  • @Nugget-39
    @Nugget-39 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    He so proud, you can hear it when he says “that’s my boy”😭😭

  • @NoName-kb9kn
    @NoName-kb9kn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +180

    This guy looks so big and terrifying but yet he's so gentle and cool.

    • @user-yh8jr8tk9z
      @user-yh8jr8tk9z 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ouch... that's not very nice

    • @Tikolico
      @Tikolico 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      As a big guy myself, this is something we deal with all the time, people thinking we look "mean" and jumping to conclusions.

    • @mandypreston6447
      @mandypreston6447 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Real men are kind to animals.

  • @yumba-uz4dn
    @yumba-uz4dn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    this kind of video gives great hope for humanity , such wonderful people , the kind we need for a better world.

  • @theresapappas5490
    @theresapappas5490 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a amazing man she saved that angels life 🐿

  • @garynorthtruro
    @garynorthtruro 3 ปีที่แล้ว +166

    I fostered a young squirrel ,. Once it grew strong, he joined his fellows.

  • @wunnell
    @wunnell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    I bet he brings his laundry home on weekends too.

  • @michaelsmith9308
    @michaelsmith9308 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would like to thank you sir for helping that squirrel.

  • @debralynnpaxton5238
    @debralynnpaxton5238 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Bless you all for loving, rescuing, nurturing him to life and health ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @anthonychihuahua
    @anthonychihuahua 3 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    I've easily saved over a dozen squirrels in my life. Even though they're a nuisance sometimes, I would never harm them. ❤️🐿️🤗

    • @mydogsioux
      @mydogsioux 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do you have any pictures?

    • @anthonychihuahua
      @anthonychihuahua 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mydogsioux I wish I did! I don't even have any videos posted of my pup like I want to document her growin' up, and that should be easy enough..?

    • @damnright4
      @damnright4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have a squirrel friend as well. I call him Peanut. His mother, that I use to feed by hand, introduced him and his brother to me when they were very little...His brother got hit by a car and the mother disappeared maybe a hawk or something...Peanut checks in every other day and sits on my lap and eats peanuts, almonds and walnuts .. Im going to try giving him avocado soon...Theres something very relaxing about watching them while they sit and eat and not be scared of you...I too could never harm them and would come down hard on any one that would.

  • @pinschrunner
    @pinschrunner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    You rock Chris! Thanks to u and your lids, Acorn was successfully rehabilitated. Just goes to show you it doesn't take professionals it just takes love kindness and willingness to rehabilitate animals. Less government fewer regulations More Love

    • @hugs2003
      @hugs2003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🐿❤☮✌

  • @monmixer
    @monmixer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I little kindness can go a long way to some one else's life.

  • @Lia-A-Eastwood
    @Lia-A-Eastwood 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These little stories are what we need every single day to keep our sanity and to warm our hearts. Act decently and you get it back tenfold. ⭐💛

  • @s.archuleta3570
    @s.archuleta3570 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    😉He did a GREAT job raising him and releasing him so he could live a WILD life!! 👏👏

  • @abstractsintellect8989
    @abstractsintellect8989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The care and beauty of human nature. Let's spread this kind of love to each and every being on this planet. Unity.

  • @OpalineAndTheBean
    @OpalineAndTheBean 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I hope little Acorn and his families always stay there in his yard ❤️

  • @paulina9077
    @paulina9077 3 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    This man is such a gentle giant!! Acorn couldn't have had a better adoptive daddy

    • @rubywilson569
      @rubywilson569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Real men are kind to animals.

  • @deannataylor6638
    @deannataylor6638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    Now this is an example of a REAL man of compassion....ty for taking time to rescue this tiny life...god bless

  • @jacksonfive197
    @jacksonfive197 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Now that's what I call a strong man...he's a great dad to his kids too and probably a great husband too nice!!!!

  • @Crunkz21
    @Crunkz21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The restraint it takes, to just nurse up an animal, to release it to the wild, as the ultimate goal, is very admireable, and selfless. Because you bond with the animal, more than it does with you, since animals have the natural instinct to live in the wild, humans dont. So I really respect the sentence "The goal wasnt to make him a pet, it was to rehabilitate him".

  • @jengable4888
    @jengable4888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +174

    I think kittens, puppies, squirrels, otters, groundhogs are adorable ! This man is a good human being, and the fact that he cares about animals is priceless. 👍👍

    • @Ake-TL
      @Ake-TL 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Waiting for someone to list f-d facts about otters, ferrets and meerkats

  • @Chuchu-ji5yi
    @Chuchu-ji5yi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    They’re both lucky to have each other.

  • @Allentox
    @Allentox 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for being a good human being. We are rare.

  • @jacehawkins6013
    @jacehawkins6013 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love how the biggest, meanest looking guys are the most gentle. Bless you for saving this life.

  • @nightponyinrface6009
    @nightponyinrface6009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Can already tell viewers will go NUTS for this adorable squirrel video~
    I wouldn't be able to let Acorn go...

  • @thedivinemrsjones
    @thedivinemrsjones 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I loved it. In my old house we had a squirrel that adopted us. We called her Mrs Battersby....lol She would sit on the window sill and knock, waiting for peanuts...She would sunbathe on the roof of the house and she would often come into the kitchen when the door was open and just hang out....I could whistle and she would charge up the garden...I miss Mrs B....she was awesome.
    Lovely video...thank you for posting...

  • @joylong8897
    @joylong8897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You saved this baby!! Growing up my dad found a baby squirrel and we raised! In the house. Called him Petey. Mother nature called him. Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing!❤

  • @vj-if2cp
    @vj-if2cp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How lovely is that video, what a great family xxx

  • @questfortruth9239
    @questfortruth9239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Kind of crazy how he learned to build a nest and take care of himself without any lessons from his real Mom and Pop

    • @AvoxPaine
      @AvoxPaine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      maybe he found some other squirrel homies and asked them for tips

    • @questfortruth9239
      @questfortruth9239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@AvoxPaine lol maybe 😜

    • @outofbox000
      @outofbox000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Its encoded in their genes mostly.

    • @Exiledk
      @Exiledk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It's called "instinct".

    • @randomswedishdude
      @randomswedishdude 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      His human siblings played Minecraft on their phones. You pick up some stuff.

  • @violetgolden3380
    @violetgolden3380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    I raised a baby squirrel years ago and they are smart, loving and affectionate. I miss my Link !!

    • @Pelipear
      @Pelipear 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I like how you named the squirrel Link lol

    • @bobmeyer854
      @bobmeyer854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He's off saving Zelda or more likely collecting Korok seeds while making Zelda wait for him.

    • @violetgolden3380
      @violetgolden3380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We had a cat named Zelda (after the video game) so he was Link lol

    • @martin1042
      @martin1042 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@violetgolden3380 I hope you released Link, and he didn't get eaten by Zelda. 😊

  • @justgjt
    @justgjt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Way to go big guy ! Hooray for Acorn !

  • @c.greystone9825
    @c.greystone9825 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a beautiful story of love and relationship!

  • @danjordan1979
    @danjordan1979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Now THIS I'm looking forward to! 👍

  • @matlew1960
    @matlew1960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    It's always a worrying time when the kids move out but it's good when they're in the neighbourhood..

  • @merlinstwin7373
    @merlinstwin7373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    He's a good dad and a really good person. My dad was like this with birds that fell out of their nests. His kids will always remember this.

  • @traysea1967
    @traysea1967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of the sweetest things to watch not to mention the kind man & family that rescued the squirrel. Thank you for sharing and making my day. Beautiful.

  • @ryandannenhauer
    @ryandannenhauer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I’m glad to see that Fred Durst is doing good things with his life