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  • @nighthawk4744
    @nighthawk4744 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13338

    ...I had no idea that badgers could purr.

    • @erikolson4148
      @erikolson4148 4 ปีที่แล้ว +229

      Me neither! 😲

    • @Karmy.
      @Karmy. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      Ikr?;

    • @due_consideration903
      @due_consideration903 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      Same

    • @dawncloudproductions3907
      @dawncloudproductions3907 4 ปีที่แล้ว +119

      Billy is a cat/badger

    • @evangeline77x
      @evangeline77x 4 ปีที่แล้ว +165

      I think that this quote from the episode applies well, "The more you learn about wildlife, the more you can appreciate..."
      They were referring to nature and the animal's natural habitat specifically, but I think that this could apply to the animal itself as well. The more we understand wild animals (or domestic, in fact all animals for that matter) the more we can appreciate them/their needs and empathize with them and their deep/complex emotions. Animals, especially wild animals are so subtle in the way the communicate, and the more we humans learn about them the better we can understand them. And, ideally, live in harmony, respecting their territories and lifestyles (ie stop encroaching on their habitats and threatening their existence, and provide them with more alternatives when we do). One day in the future maybe we'll find the perfect balance that allows for humans and nature to coexist and thrive equally.. Hopefully, if it's not too late.

  • @colettelee1162
    @colettelee1162 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10665

    'Badgers are part of the wolverine family'
    Billie: "am baby."

  • @museluvr
    @museluvr ปีที่แล้ว +608

    WARNING: Billie is a 1 of a kind. Most badgers will tear into you quicker than you can blink. Please do not approach in the wild. They fight grizzlies for heck' sake!

    • @kathieburchett
      @kathieburchett ปีที่แล้ว +16

      People need to realize that badgers are wild and they need to respect their space. They have their own lives and aren't domesticated.

    • @Sgt.chickens
      @Sgt.chickens ปีที่แล้ว +19

      English badgers will sometimes wonder up to your door if you leave bits of sausage or whatever outside in the back garden.
      cute little fuckers. just dont disturb em.

    • @marimaricopiko
      @marimaricopiko 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      Not quite, she was literally tamed. This is a failed rehabilitation and should not be commended.

    • @marimaricopiko
      @marimaricopiko 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      This woman clearly intended to keep Billie as a pet, and did.

    • @hugomikaelsson4055
      @hugomikaelsson4055 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I don't know. Swedish badgers seem quite harmless. I've encountered many at night and never felt them to be aggressive at all.

  • @JustWilson
    @JustWilson ปีที่แล้ว +476

    It’s funny how dogs can get along with just about any species. I truly believe they are the guardians of life

    • @DCell1961
      @DCell1961 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I love your take on life. I believe there is some special purpose for dogs. They really are man's best friend. ❤

    • @yourtrinketbox
      @yourtrinketbox ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@DCell1961 i think they’re everyone and every animals best friend too 😂

    • @gonkdroid9325
      @gonkdroid9325 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Socialized dogs. Many dogs can't be around even other dogs because they are especially aggressive and weren't socialized with other animals early on.

    • @oxcart4172
      @oxcart4172 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      U need to look up capybaras!

    • @k1ngdom1ndset
      @k1ngdom1ndset 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      So true!!! Dogs are God’s gift to this earth for sure. Pure love in fur form

  • @tzeccentric7848
    @tzeccentric7848 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6675

    I forget how flat they are, they're like fuzzy land flounders.

    • @delavago5379
      @delavago5379 4 ปีที่แล้ว +118

      😂😂😂😂😂 best description

    • @Tropicalpisces
      @Tropicalpisces 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      I love it.

    • @sylphofthewildwoods5518
      @sylphofthewildwoods5518 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Loved this comment 😂

    • @melodywolf5962
      @melodywolf5962 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      Now I'm going to go around for the rest of the day saying fuzzy land flounders and pancake weasels

    • @pinkgaga32
      @pinkgaga32 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      So, a carpet

  • @chasenip2
    @chasenip2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4790

    Badgers: One of the most fearless, ferocious animals on Earth.
    Billie: Honey Badger don’t care.

    • @morganhackworth84
      @morganhackworth84 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      chasenip2 More like American Badger don’t care lmao

    • @true_Canadian419
      @true_Canadian419 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      When I first saw this video I thought "oh you mean a hell mouse" but darn that is one cute badger

    • @strawbeary7285
      @strawbeary7285 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I didn’t even know badgers existed until now.

    • @ee3213
      @ee3213 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      she’s not a honey badger lol

    • @chasenip2
      @chasenip2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@ee3213 Bless your heart

  • @sophya3410
    @sophya3410 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +57

    Badgers are wild animals and should be respected as such. Only experienced rescue people should look after them and rehabilitate them. Thank you for rescuing those little darlings 😊

    • @FarmerFpv
      @FarmerFpv หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, and they were not experienced they failed Billie the badger. They interacted with her way too much. At our rescue we never let the wild animals imprint on us. We always rotate people and do not have the same person feed the animal every day. We also wear masks. We bottle-feed wild animals with species-correct sock puppets or stuffed animals. We don't hold them like lap dogs or tease them to play with our hands. They failed a second badger as well. Badgers are not hard to release to the wild if you do it correctly. This rescue center should be shut down. Ridiculous to say thank you to them when they purposely fail the badges due to being overly attached to them and forgetting what their job is. This is a problem with many private rescues they are not professionals. They are overly emotional animal lovers who should not be working at a rescue. You have to be a strong person to work at a rescue. She is weak and lets logic go out the window.

  • @Ranger830
    @Ranger830 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1125

    As an old solider who’s seen a lot! Especially with what’s going on these days I really enjoy these happy videos! Does wonders for my PTSD keep up the great work!!! Thank you 🙏 never fails to make me smile 😀

    • @Hellalala
      @Hellalala 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Thank you for your service!!

    • @Sam-oh3je
      @Sam-oh3je 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😍😍😍

    • @guydreamr
      @guydreamr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Drop a tab of MDMA, that will help as well.

    • @Ranger830
      @Ranger830 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Fresh out! 🤣🤙 happy 420 though!!!! I live in Fl plenty of shrooms around these parts!

    • @retrocognify
      @retrocognify 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Ranger830 LMAO

  • @rachelw821
    @rachelw821 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3477

    anything that is simultaneously chubby and flat, I'm ok with!

  • @danielbrown1724
    @danielbrown1724 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6671

    Billie's like "listen human, you have introduced me to the comforts of domesticity and now I will accept nothing less, so don't even think about setting me free" 😆

    • @CHMichael
      @CHMichael 4 ปีที่แล้ว +116

      Setting free? Kick me out of the house !

    • @purpleface4016
      @purpleface4016 4 ปีที่แล้ว +239

      Daniel Brown imagine if this woman accidentally domesticates badgers and creates a whole new class of pet besides cats and dogs

    • @allthecoolfolks3350
      @allthecoolfolks3350 4 ปีที่แล้ว +134

      A hundred years later we have the first domesticated badger

    • @tedpetrimoulx5020
      @tedpetrimoulx5020 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Right!!😆

    • @xx3astmanxx928
      @xx3astmanxx928 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      Domesticated badgers would kick so much ass lol

  • @bonnieforman9700
    @bonnieforman9700 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Good food, good friends, loved, spoiled and cared for - who needs the wild?

  • @batzzz2044
    @batzzz2044 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I think all animals down to ants are way more intelligent then we give them credit for. When you see animals as individuals a whole new world of interaction opens up. They are unique and have preferences like we do and it just takes meeting the right one. My sincerest thank you for being a good steward for these precious gifts.

  • @memyself5866
    @memyself5866 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2188

    People: "You will be wild and free!"
    Badger: "No."

    • @CircumcisionIsChildAbuse
      @CircumcisionIsChildAbuse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      no the animal rescuers made sure that wasn't going to happen by treating them all like domestic pets. thats the difference between professional animal handlers and people doing it for their own benefit, you dont treat wild animals like pets if you expect them to be released. you dont treat dogs like pets if you expect them to work either.

    • @lifeisgood1776
      @lifeisgood1776 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      @@CircumcisionIsChildAbuse Take the joke don't make sense out of it pls

    • @thelion2751
      @thelion2751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@lifeisgood1776 he take it to serious

    • @CircumcisionIsChildAbuse
      @CircumcisionIsChildAbuse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lifeisgood1776 joke? What joke...?

    • @lifeisgood1776
      @lifeisgood1776 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@CircumcisionIsChildAbuse you dont get it

  • @bwackbeedows3629
    @bwackbeedows3629 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2291

    She's just built different.

  • @trienasee2136
    @trienasee2136 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    It is amazing how all of the animal rescuers always say they will not be a candidate for release, because they really wants to keep the animal around for themselves. Precious!

    • @megz2151
      @megz2151 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I swear I was thinking the same thing … to myself I said she keeps saying she is trying so hard to make sure it is released then shows her treating the animal like a baby in the next breath … umm yea like I do think it’s because they want to keep the animal . I think they do everything they can to make sure it’s totally dependent on them so they can’t release them back into the wild 😂

  • @v1Broadcaster
    @v1Broadcaster 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    after watching a badger documentary this has my heart racing all the way through

  • @wilfhigginson465
    @wilfhigginson465 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8472

    Public warning: Don't ever approach a wild badger, they are nothing like the Badgers in this video

    • @themadlad8540
      @themadlad8540 3 ปีที่แล้ว +668

      A badger will bow up on you . They don't run. I know from experience.

    • @ChopFooey
      @ChopFooey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1104

      BBC has a special on badgers and one in particular named Stoffel was afraid of nothing. On one of his many escapes he marched right into the lion enclosure and attempted to whip a lion's ass, they nearly killed him but fear of death does not exist in that animal.

    • @youwillneverknowmyname4180
      @youwillneverknowmyname4180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      @@ivarbergstedt6202 wtf

    • @lantz2326
      @lantz2326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +152

      @@ChopFooey I love them even more now lmao

    • @gorkhawarlord4943
      @gorkhawarlord4943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +127

      Yup. Seen it in far cry 4 and 5

  • @deanfirnatine7814
    @deanfirnatine7814 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1033

    A badger and a French Bulldog, perfect personality explosion, both think they are the baddest thing on the planet

    • @7he.Polexican
      @7he.Polexican 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I meeaaann, this isn't a honey badger. But I get what you mean. Haha

    • @waffer_981
      @waffer_981 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      lord cobi what is wrong with you

    • @apegrasshoplizard
      @apegrasshoplizard 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@waffer_981 he lives in the U.K. and is 12 years old.

    • @maribethspence6740
      @maribethspence6740 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hahaha good comment 😂

    • @maribethspence6740
      @maribethspence6740 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lord_cobi why are you even commenting. Haven't you ever heard the saying "if you can't say anything nice don't say anything at all" yeah you'd be a much smarter person if you'd learn this.

  • @bobbifreedman9393
    @bobbifreedman9393 2 ปีที่แล้ว +195

    I love that over seven million people have taken a break from the crazy world we live in to simply fall in love. Bless all wildlife rehabilitaters. Thank you for sharing!

  • @alwayswright3896
    @alwayswright3896 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Some animals imprint no matter how hard rehabbers try. This woman opened a facility because of a lack of having one in the area so she's learning too. So what if he didn't get released in the wild- she is giving him his best life and Billie doesn't seem to mind.

  • @ethanfairweather8736
    @ethanfairweather8736 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1639

    Theodore Roosevelt had one of these running around the White House when he was President. The badgers name was Josiah and Roosevelt described him as “ looking like a mattress with legs.”

    • @lappelduvide6751
      @lappelduvide6751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +90

      This has made my day.

    • @okamijubei
      @okamijubei 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      In the other words, that's his way to call that badger, cute?

    • @WetCanoot
      @WetCanoot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I love this, I really do

    • @stoner.skitty4187
      @stoner.skitty4187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      Roosevelt was like the ultra super Chad of his time. So manly, lol i love it 😂

    • @thelastoutcast6031
      @thelastoutcast6031 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      @@stoner.skitty4187 he was the ultimate Human.
      Sadly no other human being has been like him.
      We need more Teddy Roosevelts.

  • @nascha58
    @nascha58 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3052

    "so now instead of having one friendly badger, we have two friendly badgers"
    Two friendly badgers: roll around while probably saying "ahhh tis the life"

    • @skyfalldeadpool1633
      @skyfalldeadpool1633 4 ปีที่แล้ว +111

      The badgers are like " we love the place with snacks and belly rubs. We are never leaving "

    • @migjtyalfie4501
      @migjtyalfie4501 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      And what happened to the other one it just dispeared ?¿? It's one thing to keep it but another to deprive her of a friend and not a dog she needs another badger and it's cruel to take her away from the lady to say she's too friendly but then build her some outdoors place when she's already humanized is just cruel

    • @nascha58
      @nascha58 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      @@migjtyalfie4501 the other one wasn't a candidate for release as well. She stated at the end of the video that Billie can play with Polly & Gertie. I guess the spotlight here is Billie but I'd love to think that both of them are happily playing in their new enclosure now

    • @migjtyalfie4501
      @migjtyalfie4501 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@nascha58 oh thank God !!¡¡! Thank you , yes that is so nice to think she's not alone they better build it well !!!;. Or they can escape !!! Nothing sadder then 2 escapees who are not ment for the wild !!!!!! I did not catch the other ones name so when she said that I assumed it was the dogs !!! Lol. Thank you again , stay safe - hashtag watching badger videos at 4 am - ha !!!!

    • @m7744321
      @m7744321 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      lol right these two know whats what they have no intention of going to the wild lol

  • @DOTTYTIME
    @DOTTYTIME ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Billie has been given a another mission in life, teaching us all the value of caring for and about our wildlife.

  • @scaredroom
    @scaredroom 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    "Those things are meaner than snot." I was so glad to see this friendly, domesticated badger!

    • @jonhohensee3258
      @jonhohensee3258 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It wasn't domesticated.

    • @stephc4114
      @stephc4114 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      that is what happens when it thinks the human is it's mom. you can't just adopt an adult badger and expect the same

    • @mikemahoney6840
      @mikemahoney6840 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They'll rip you up.Raccoons can be mean too.

    • @shiroumxm2052
      @shiroumxm2052 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mikemahoney6840 and spider monkeys!! mean little bastards

  • @bluejogan690
    @bluejogan690 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2208

    Na that's not a badger
    that's a badger possessed by the spirit of a Hufflepuff

    • @Mikedot
      @Mikedot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      The bumbling badger of mediocrity

    • @paperfox5292
      @paperfox5292 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Mikedot Sie können mich mal. Sir.

    • @josephgeubtner
      @josephgeubtner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @bluejogan690
      @bluejogan690 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Bzkxtt oof

    • @VicMeep
      @VicMeep 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Bzkxtt no u

  • @zaelheimricht4978
    @zaelheimricht4978 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2546

    ''When we realised she was not a candidate for release, i was really sad.''
    Morgan Freeman : That is a lie. It was the happiest day of her life.

    • @kirstenanderson7313
      @kirstenanderson7313 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Yasss, 🤥 I was thinking the same thing.

    • @PartialVeil
      @PartialVeil 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      @Timmy Pruitt This lady was practically trying to domesticate the thing. She treats her rehab animals like pets and wonders why they can't be released smh.

    • @mercedesm6839
      @mercedesm6839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +102

      @@PartialVeil you saw her interacting with one animal well after it had imprinted on her. that is not justification for your assumptions.

    • @PartialVeil
      @PartialVeil 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      @@mercedesm6839 Uhm it shouldn't have imprinted on her in the first place. Professional wildlife rehab centers keep their interaction to a minimum for this very reason.

    • @gloomypup
      @gloomypup 3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

      @@PartialVeil um she picked him up when she was a baby she had to give it extra attention and time. Can't just feed then isolate.

  • @captainsarcasm1567
    @captainsarcasm1567 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    What a good woman. She decided to take things into her own hands when there wasn't enough being done

  • @halloweenallyearround4889
    @halloweenallyearround4889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Thank you for rescuing, protecting and loving Billie, Polly, Gertie and the other non-humans. And for raising consciousness about how precious they are. You are absolutely right when saying every single animal is awesome and special. You have a such a sweet loving family. Congratulations!!

    • @tana5098
      @tana5098 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Totally agree. 👍

  • @Emma.V.Rose.
    @Emma.V.Rose. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2109

    Imagine seeing someone taking their badger for a walk-

    • @tagrisaj3344
      @tagrisaj3344 4 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      Florida man

    • @johncadden8369
      @johncadden8369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Can I pet it

    • @kar_trix5k461
      @kar_trix5k461 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      I've seen some lady taking her goose for a walk once...good times :')

    • @felobatirmoheb4884
      @felobatirmoheb4884 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@kar_trix5k461 *peace was never an option*

    • @robertbobbypelletreaujr2173
      @robertbobbypelletreaujr2173 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      My neighbor was walking a pet gray wolf at 2am, as me and my bestie were like:"yooo! Thats a wolf!". She went over and petted it as it began to leap an jump around in circles all happy. Wolves appear to have a hinged body when they run,as opposed to dogs. It was incredible to see one on our streets, because we never saw one outside of training or wilderness trips. I am in full agreeance with you that seeing someone walking a badger would definitely be a memorable moment for sure.

  • @randypalmer2328
    @randypalmer2328 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1637

    In the category of animals that protect your house, an angry full-grown badger is literally the last thing even Jason Bourne would expect.

    • @canoslo6126
      @canoslo6126 4 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      Randy Palmer Yeah, but this badger would be offering him sweet tea and the porch swing if he agreed to scratch her back!

    • @KamenRiderRaiden
      @KamenRiderRaiden 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      But its Jason Bourne, so he *WOULD* expect it

    • @matthiasnicolai8306
      @matthiasnicolai8306 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Better take badger´s big brother, the wolverine. Before Jason Bourne could close his surprised mouth again, his nutsack would be ripped off for good. The rest I really don´t want to imagine...

    • @uUuWolf16uUu
      @uUuWolf16uUu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @idoj654123 It's funny. A wolverine would probably be the perfect guard for your house, because they are extremely territorial. And if you raise them, you will become part of the territory. Which means you are HIS and no one can touch you.
      On the second thought... that might be bad because you might wake up one day and see a scared post boy on a tree while the wolverine is hissing at him.

    • @karalantz6520
      @karalantz6520 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      idoj654123 are you implying they didn’t rly rescue them and just wanted them as pets? Bc that’s kinda not cool :(

  • @panchogonzales6409
    @panchogonzales6409 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Billy " ain't no dummy"! 😂 She has it made, roof, food, AC, bed, treats, baths, loved, spoiled. 😂 💕

  • @HomeSlice97
    @HomeSlice97 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Mustelids are pound-for-pound some of the coolest mammals out there. Definitely don’t make great pets in most cases, but they’re such fascinating and impressive animals. So much character too!

  • @aidenstewardson1278
    @aidenstewardson1278 4 ปีที่แล้ว +641

    “Stop bitting my legs im going to report you to hr”

    • @user-td1zo3tv9p
      @user-td1zo3tv9p 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Hahahahaha!
      I got a good laugh when she said that myself!
      Hahahahaha!!

    • @draconianpomegranate2299
      @draconianpomegranate2299 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aiden Stewardson 😂😂😂

    • @creaminyu
      @creaminyu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂

    • @WhenToastersAttack
      @WhenToastersAttack 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bzkxtt you one of those people who’s mean for no good reason?

    • @p1x3l4t10n
      @p1x3l4t10n 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Bzkxtt ok

  • @ianbabcock6802
    @ianbabcock6802 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1576

    Meanwhile that coyote is thinking “WHY THE HELL IS A BADGER RUNNING AROUND HERE?!?!?!”

    • @Memessssss
      @Memessssss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Lmaoo

    • @atsilawaya
      @atsilawaya 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      ROFLMAO and tried to get the hell out of dodge quick when he/she saw the Badger

    • @onmydoloo
      @onmydoloo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I thought that was a wolf, im blind lol.

    • @themightyflog
      @themightyflog 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Coyotes and badgers hunt together in the wild. They get along.

    • @102allenwalker
      @102allenwalker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ian Babcock I heard somewhere they hunt together

  • @RocioRiodd
    @RocioRiodd ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Animals are here with us not for us. Amazing. Precious all of them

  • @KateDeFacto
    @KateDeFacto 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    That badger IS really adorable. I am glad she is living a full and happy life.

  • @bonnieforman9700
    @bonnieforman9700 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1689

    I love this story. I never would have thought a badger could be so bonded to humans or be so entertaining and happy in a person's life. Great work to this rehab seeing her as being in jeopardy if released.

    • @deanfirnatine7814
      @deanfirnatine7814 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      There is a guy in Alaska with wolverines you should see

    • @bonnieforman9700
      @bonnieforman9700 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@deanfirnatine7814 How do I find him. What's the site or TH-cam name?

    • @ferrarasabrina
      @ferrarasabrina 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lord_cobi you're sick

    • @ThisguySL
      @ThisguySL 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lord_cobi Weeb...

    • @SensationalBanana
      @SensationalBanana 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Even Syrian Hamsters bond exceptionally with humans, and they're literally anti-social creatures.
      There's so much more to animals than many still believe. Love these kinds of videos, they shine a light where it's needed!

  • @susanscovill6817
    @susanscovill6817 4 ปีที่แล้ว +656

    I like how you’ve let her be around coyotes. In the wild they hunt together.

    • @kevinhasch3097
      @kevinhasch3097 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Really

    • @Michaeldemented94
      @Michaeldemented94 4 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      When hunting burrowing animals, one flushes the prey from the hole and the other catches the prey as it emerges from the burrow

    • @CyberDagger003
      @CyberDagger003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      @@Michaeldemented94 We bred hounds specifically to work together that way, and badgers and coyotes figured it out on their own. Damn.

    • @SoloClone
      @SoloClone 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      Just recently Baboons have been stealing puppies from humans, raise them and feed them as they get older they alert them to wild animal attacks.....
      They are evolving

    • @primeaulife2857
      @primeaulife2857 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@SoloClone wtf thats crazy

  • @ci8383
    @ci8383 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    She loved the badger so much that she couldnt let it become a wild animal. Thats the truth.

    • @jonhohensee3258
      @jonhohensee3258 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, she didn't try real hard at re-wilding.

  • @Witchofthewoods.
    @Witchofthewoods. ปีที่แล้ว +94

    This badger 🦡 couldn't have landed in a better place!! It's a miracle Billie's done so well and she's opened my eyes to the world of honey Badgers and the fact they can be loveable and sweet. Not to mention funny 🤣 as can be! What a beautiful story. I love this wildlife Lady. She's a doll.

    • @DropkickNation
      @DropkickNation ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This video has badgers badgers badgers badgers badgers badgers badgers badgers badgers badgers badgers badgers.
      Your profile name has a mushroom mushroom!

    • @goldgemss
      @goldgemss ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DropkickNation what is wrong with you.

    • @DropkickNation
      @DropkickNation ปีที่แล้ว

      @@goldgemss You may be too young to understand that reference.

    • @goldgemss
      @goldgemss ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DropkickNation ok

    • @DropkickNation
      @DropkickNation ปีที่แล้ว

      @@goldgemss Look up "badger music video" by Mr. WeebL.

  • @syntaxed2
    @syntaxed2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4610

    Badgers have such "flat" physique...they look almost like a carpet with legs ahaha

    • @Endermanlord1
      @Endermanlord1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +102

      That is the best comparison i have ever heard 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @bnic9471
      @bnic9471 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      My husband said they remind him of big, furry woodticks. He needs to watch what he says, though, having moved to the Badger State.

    • @KenYahh
      @KenYahh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      they really do😭😭😭😭😭😭

    • @airi101
      @airi101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Hairy Pancake 😂

    • @Lunaontheinternet
      @Lunaontheinternet 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I know right?! They’re so cute >w

  • @tragodecarolina
    @tragodecarolina 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1676

    “ stop attacking my legs I’m trying to get work done I’m going to report you to HR “ 🤣

  • @monvalleytruth5111
    @monvalleytruth5111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    She didn’t loose out she had a purpose in life to teach others about her species that is her purpose she seems she has such a beautiful soul 🙏🏼❤️

  • @fxllenluc.2955
    @fxllenluc.2955 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Billie and Gertie playing: cuteness overload ❤. So awesome that Billie gets to teach children about wildlife, wonderful idea!

  • @omegaforcezero5440
    @omegaforcezero5440 4 ปีที่แล้ว +368

    I finally understand why hufflepuff have badgers as their house mascot.

    • @drogo1913
      @drogo1913 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Omega Force Zero huffelpuff???

    • @omegaforcezero5440
      @omegaforcezero5440 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@drogo1913 A Harry Potter Hogwarts house

    • @drogo1913
      @drogo1913 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Omega Force Zero oh right, right I forgot about that

    • @deeja2009
      @deeja2009 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bzkxtt ;-; most wild badgers are kinda aggressive, but I’ve met some really kind badgers too. They don’t really fit in, like hufflepuff house. (Not hating on Hufflepuff)

    • @strawbeary7285
      @strawbeary7285 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I though badgers were a made up animal for Harry Potter. I didn’t know they actually existed.They look strange lol.

  • @worldofbeauty4622
    @worldofbeauty4622 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1506

    Teaching kids to respect animals at a young should be part of the school curriculum!

  • @brianblackwelder9533
    @brianblackwelder9533 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    It's a personal relationship between the lonesome and the needed. She found kindness within you. Nicely done.

  • @glyniswilliams2968
    @glyniswilliams2968 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank You ALL for what You ALL do ☺️ God Bless You 💞

  • @tracypolselli1464
    @tracypolselli1464 2 ปีที่แล้ว +938

    I don’t blame Billie at all. “Fend for myself? Heck no lady.”

    • @cynthiaisako
      @cynthiaisako 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @emordnilap4747
      @emordnilap4747 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      You're saying there are no ball pits, or plastic drawers in the forest? I'm not going!

  • @bendoveryomama16
    @bendoveryomama16 4 ปีที่แล้ว +805

    Everytime I see a badger I can only think one thing.
    HUFFLEPUFF

    • @meowpower08
      @meowpower08 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      They’re particularly good finders

    • @cornwallis8297
      @cornwallis8297 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Shialaubeef i FIND that to be particularly true

    • @tmalaklaryka
      @tmalaklaryka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      💛🖤💛🖤💛

    • @cleoldbagtraallsorts3380
      @cleoldbagtraallsorts3380 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      The Hufflepuff badger is a different species, the European badger.

    • @laurap.3075
      @laurap.3075 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Kiera McCarron I am

  • @Ruckus88
    @Ruckus88 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    If this badger didn't make you smile at least once you probably have a heart of stone..

  • @robinblackmoor8732
    @robinblackmoor8732 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Just because this is an animal does not mean it is stupid. This is pretty much how the wolf was turned into the domestic dog breeds that are loved around the world today. Why would this badger want to leave an environment with plenty of food, clean water, housing and plenty of play time without stress of something trying to kill it? This is a very smart badger, that figured it out in one generation. Now it lives the best life. It is the other badgers that stay wild that are not too smart. I have often wondered that very thing about foxes. They must see how dogs are taken care off. You would think a smarter than average fox would figure it out and just start living with a human.

    • @stainlesssteelfox1
      @stainlesssteelfox1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are domesticated foxes.

    • @robinblackmoor8732
      @robinblackmoor8732 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stainlesssteelfox1 Yes, they have been tamed by selective breeding. The step of the animal domesticating itself like they think happened with cats and dogs has, as far as anyone knows has not ever happened.

  • @susieast450
    @susieast450 4 ปีที่แล้ว +693

    I've never seen a domesticated badger. She's adorable 😆😆

    • @user-dr1bj1bq2e
      @user-dr1bj1bq2e 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where is polly ?

    • @blod9862
      @blod9862 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Tamed, not domesticated, domestication takes many generations of selective breeding

    • @yourfriendlyneighborhoodla2091
      @yourfriendlyneighborhoodla2091 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Last badger I saw was one that chased me back to my vehicle.

    • @d-rockpain4250
      @d-rockpain4250 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Look up "service gator". There is a gator who is a licensed service animal. I believe almost any species can imprint on humans, given the people are loving and hopefully experienced at training. Bears, large cats, fish, spiders...... when a human is an animal's source of food, and social interaction is similar to a family unit(especially when animals are raised this way from youth), then I am always amazed at what animal can become tamed. When 2 animals that would normally be considered predator and prey come together with a commonallity, then they can build cross-species friendships. Just like people are drawn together by similar interest or life experience, so can animals build bonds. If an animal wants for nothing, then why does it need to become territorial or predatory? Thank you internet for allowing us to share adorable videos of these odd bonds.

    • @susieast450
      @susieast450 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@d-rockpain4250 I agree 😊

  • @nikkinicole5588
    @nikkinicole5588 4 ปีที่แล้ว +753

    Billie in the flower pot is so cute. I'm happy she's not being released. She's safer with y'all and she gets all the love she wants.

    • @davidhintz1
      @davidhintz1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ++whispered++ he´s a she. ;o)

    • @nikkinicole5588
      @nikkinicole5588 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@davidhintz1 thx I fixed it.

    • @Karmy.
      @Karmy. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@lord_cobi leave

    • @elleramirez1373
      @elleramirez1373 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      When my golden retriever was a puppy, she managed to climb into a large flower pot and slept on the plants that were in it. We took a picture of it, but now we can’t find it

    • @Sh1ryyu
      @Sh1ryyu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nikki Nicole when

  • @thegametroll6264
    @thegametroll6264 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Usually, when I think of badgers, I see a grouchy, cromugian neighbor of the outdoors. She's so dang, precious!❤

  • @Caprica-od6oc
    @Caprica-od6oc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1243

    I;\'m glad that even though she could not be released into the wild, at least she will live the rest of her life being well taken care of

    • @milkshakeman3006
      @milkshakeman3006 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      You should probably delete this comment before the activists see it

    • @nenamartinez5106
      @nenamartinez5106 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      the crybaby liberals are coming for you lmao

    • @theowl1937
      @theowl1937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      We should get it to the point where animals don't need to worry about us, hunting is one thing, but we're natures caretakers, they should be able to rely on us for care rather than fear us because of the bad actors. Animals aren't trophy's, nor do they owe us anything, it's our duty to care for and preserve our planet, so bless people like her.

    • @user-ys8jx1qx1l
      @user-ys8jx1qx1l 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@milkshakeman3006 What's wrong with their comment?

    • @milkshakeman3006
      @milkshakeman3006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@user-ys8jx1qx1l the activists there will get mad. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with it.

  • @chriss2295
    @chriss2295 4 ปีที่แล้ว +258

    Animals act wild because that’s what nature requires. Friendly comes when life is easy.

    • @wedge72
      @wedge72 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      This. There is little time for play in nature when you are always in survival mode and wondering when you'll find your next meal.

    • @DonnaBarrHerself
      @DonnaBarrHerself 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They’re wild with US. We’re a ghastly threat to all wildlife. Look what happens when we’re not.

    • @donnie9001
      @donnie9001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      so true...

    • @MagicianFlip69
      @MagicianFlip69 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just like humans and the purge

  • @tooshay4me
    @tooshay4me ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cracked me up when she said to Billie, “I’m going to report you to HR.” 🤣😂🤣

  • @martinbachmann6283
    @martinbachmann6283 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    @3:30 Billie being a little "impolite" Badger? Made me laugh so hard I gotta serious side ache now! What a BEAUTIFUL creature she is!

  • @pandapower3076
    @pandapower3076 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2639

    At this point I think all animals are just wierd looking dogs.

    • @VenymNyx
      @VenymNyx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      This made me audibly laugh.

    • @callmeanon307
      @callmeanon307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +142

      I mean even tiger sharks get jealous if you give to much attention to another shark

    • @pixelz9067
      @pixelz9067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hah

    • @pandapower3076
      @pandapower3076 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ScubaKron Honey chill out its a joke.

    • @spec7501
      @spec7501 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Just a flat dog you ask me

  • @MrJockelito
    @MrJockelito 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1026

    "I'm gonna report you to HR". 😂😂

    • @Ada-pc8rf
      @Ada-pc8rf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      😂😂😂😂

    • @WetCanoot
      @WetCanoot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      P e r f e c t i o n

    • @beu9245
      @beu9245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Up next: Billy the badger gets fired due to assault allegations

    • @toxicstatesofamerica1277
      @toxicstatesofamerica1277 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Like they'll do anything...

    • @RedTitan5
      @RedTitan5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Billie will head the hr later.. Now she fires anyone wahahah

  • @timk800
    @timk800 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    these videos always leave me smiling.

  • @mikeruzza1463
    @mikeruzza1463 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    First badger I've seen people so upclose!! Wow, she's very cute!!! Thanks for all you do for God's critters. Bless your work.

  • @louisesassberntsen2195
    @louisesassberntsen2195 4 ปีที่แล้ว +547

    I love the fact, that Billie became an ambassador animal since she couldn't be released. Some places will put the animal down if it can't get back to the wild.

    • @r.r.r9746
      @r.r.r9746 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Not after having hand raised them. That never happens

    • @pinrhyme6703
      @pinrhyme6703 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@r.r.r9746 ever heard of Peta?

    • @netherdominater9960
      @netherdominater9960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Pin Rhyme Don't speak of those fake activists and their murder protocols

    • @featherlessbiped6586
      @featherlessbiped6586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@pinrhyme6703 wait, what about peta? Never heard anything like that. Do you have any link?

    • @pinrhyme6703
      @pinrhyme6703 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@featherlessbiped6586 they kill 80% of the animals they rescue, dont believe me? Look up

  • @bcrossfire1219
    @bcrossfire1219 3 ปีที่แล้ว +789

    Most people: "Badgers are mean, vicious little bastards"
    This video: Badgers purring, playing fetch, and befriending dogs

    • @OpwzRouge
      @OpwzRouge 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      They are like Chihuahuas,crazy or chill

    • @cybremystica93
      @cybremystica93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Well it’s been domesticated and reared in captivity, British badgers in particular are usually shy and docile and will not attack unless cornered and provoked

    • @Krosstic
      @Krosstic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Wild American badgers are really mean, the lady said it herself, they chase off grizzly bears, they’re not to be trifled with.

    • @cgi2002
      @cgi2002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@Krosstic it's a key difference. In the UK badgers basically have no natural predators so while they have the potential for extreme violence, it is not their go to response.

    • @jarrodalston4411
      @jarrodalston4411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don't forget the badger toots

  • @saywhat9158
    @saywhat9158 ปีที่แล้ว

    She’s a great Ambassador animal to show badgers in a very positive light rather than ruthless killers. On the other hand, the fact that you ended up domesticating two of them might be reason to modify your rehab methods before you end up with a farm of “wild” animals. Much respect though for caring enough to take on such an arduous time, energy and learning task of helping your local wildlife.

  • @mikefratz7753
    @mikefratz7753 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't care what anyone says a loved animal is always happier than a wild animal

  • @juliarose3657
    @juliarose3657 4 ปีที่แล้ว +775

    “I’ll report you to HR” 😂

    • @hunterjardine7148
      @hunterjardine7148 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Julia H-W I was looking for someone else who found that funny too

    • @sherrihinton8567
      @sherrihinton8567 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes it is very cute

    • @swishswoosh6556
      @swishswoosh6556 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes sir
      *i mean yass gurl*

    • @UserX860
      @UserX860 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      HR ?

    • @irondragon1785
      @irondragon1785 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Miss Buckingham and the head of hr is a honey badger, just standing on the desk glaring

  • @alysonshorthouse8858
    @alysonshorthouse8858 4 ปีที่แล้ว +704

    American badgers are scary when they're adults! They look so bad-ass. Out British badgers look like distinguished older gentlemen in comparison

    • @CorporateColonel
      @CorporateColonel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      that probs has something to do with our independence/revolutionary war and such.

    • @AtarahDerek
      @AtarahDerek 4 ปีที่แล้ว +203

      At least our badgers are honest about their intentions to rip your face off if you get too close. Your badgers will lure you in for tea and biscuits first.

    • @hollycaffeinatednerdgirl940
      @hollycaffeinatednerdgirl940 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@AtarahDerek 😂😂😂

    • @michaelpibostherapyrecipes5699
      @michaelpibostherapyrecipes5699 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That's funny

    • @gillotte
      @gillotte 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      And the British badgers aren't as aggressive either. I follow a family on Facebook in Britain that has a family of badgers that visits them to eat. They almost can eat out of her hand that's how close they'll get. They even have little tour groups that come over to watch them through the glass patio doors. They're amazing to watch.

  • @990rallen
    @990rallen ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Had a lousy day today, this video snapped me out of it...thanks!

  • @gunargundarson1626
    @gunargundarson1626 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like how one of the most lax places you can own an animal, also has very limited animal shelters.
    Fun fact: There are more tigers living in Texas than most parts of Asia.

  • @roberthalstead5545
    @roberthalstead5545 4 ปีที่แล้ว +393

    "We realized we had not one friendly badger, but two friendly badger" I know the point is to release them into the wild after their rehabilitation, but that has got to be one of the best phases I believe I have ever heard. Amazing animals, and the amazing people looking out for them. Thanks for sharing this video. I needed something to brighten my day, and this was it.

    • @user-dr1bj1bq2e
      @user-dr1bj1bq2e 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Whereeeee is polly ???????

    • @wisdomfox857
      @wisdomfox857 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They never want to release them they raise them as pets

  • @matthewxbradley7102
    @matthewxbradley7102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +274

    It may be unfortunate to some people that an animal can’t be released but I feel the important thing is wherever the animal is happy and that sweet badger looks very happy.

    • @paxhumana2015
      @paxhumana2015 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There needs to be some boy badgers for Billie and Polly.

    • @EllaAngeli
      @EllaAngeli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@paxhumana2015
      We dont want to be breeding non wild badgers. We dont want to attempt to domesticate them.

    • @rhaven50
      @rhaven50 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good life too. Good for educational purposes too.

    • @jules3048
      @jules3048 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This!

    • @zeex9338
      @zeex9338 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@EllaAngeli Why not? The non-domesticated animals are dying, and domesticated animals have a tendency of living longer, happier lives.

  • @frednone
    @frednone 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I've always enjoyed badgers', "If you leave me alone, I'll leave you alone, but if you mess with me, I will make you wish you were never born," attitude,

  • @TrollBot.
    @TrollBot. 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Theyre gonna be mean and rough, WRONG!
    Not 1 but 2 friendly Badgers!!!❤😂

  • @uhok9986
    @uhok9986 4 ปีที่แล้ว +510

    Billie is shaped like a table lmao she’s so cute ❤️

    • @chicagoliightsx
      @chicagoliightsx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Lmfao! Relatable tho 😔

    • @Anonymous-uy9tw
      @Anonymous-uy9tw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      U shaped like a table? That’s kinda hot

    • @102allenwalker
      @102allenwalker 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Anonymous 1 lmao 🤣

  • @ryanjstannard
    @ryanjstannard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1559

    Billie is the most Hufflepuff badger that I’ve ever seen.

    • @laughingseal2282
      @laughingseal2282 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Am I the only one who wants a badger pet after this video? Damn

    • @teresamoscatelli239
      @teresamoscatelli239 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@laughingseal2282 that's a REALLY bad, sad and dangerous thought

    • @laughingseal2282
      @laughingseal2282 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@teresamoscatelli239 Sad?

    • @teresamoscatelli239
      @teresamoscatelli239 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@laughingseal2282 yes, unfortunately many species are endangered because of the pet trade (in other words our ego), such as monkeys, marmosets, parrots, macaws, Lemurs, ...
      Wild animals should stay wild

    • @flowerden9644
      @flowerden9644 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Yay!! I was honestly looking for comments like this, I am a Hufflepuff

  • @baphomathedude8057
    @baphomathedude8057 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Billie is super smart, they knew that if she played nice, they'd have food, water and safety.

  • @SR-vs9kj
    @SR-vs9kj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am so glad there are people like you, Stephanie. You have built this ground up, and have made a real difference.

  • @KodiakKetchup
    @KodiakKetchup 3 ปีที่แล้ว +251

    Badgers are usually insanely aggressive, but this proves even the most aggressive animals can be soft

    • @-Wreckanize-
      @-Wreckanize- 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree. Love my badger shaving brush.

    • @kylegumbert6816
      @kylegumbert6816 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      When any animal feels love the want to show it back even cold blooded reptiles. What does it teach us? Animals are better people!!!!

    • @cdogthehedgehog6923
      @cdogthehedgehog6923 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@kylegumbert6816 ehh idunno about most small reptiles. They have like one braincell, and when it bounces around and makes contact with the skull, they think of food. Thats about it.

    • @benbowland
      @benbowland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      There needs to be a certain level of intelligence to override the aggression. Certain species--particularly certain reptiles, fish, and amphibians, are just destined to be aggressive.

    • @KodiakKetchup
      @KodiakKetchup 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@benbowland nice to know

  • @jeanbaptistefoncin
    @jeanbaptistefoncin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +171

    Ok, this is actually the most adorable thing I ever saw.

  • @redmondpeters6221
    @redmondpeters6221 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    "Her life has purpose." Wonderfully apt isn't it? I hope Billie teaches EVERYONE how important Badgers are. And how they are NOT nuisance animals. NO animal is a nuisance. It's us foolish humans that are the problem. But in spite of that we are also the solution. It's humans that have the ability to take action to preserve the flora and fauna of this world. And I know we CAN do it.

  • @missytreadway8758
    @missytreadway8758 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's clear this badger is raised by humans and is one of a kind. A badger in the US will tear you apart.

  • @Monty2289
    @Monty2289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +713

    Billie go fetch:
    Billie: fetches
    Bring it here
    Billie: *falls over*

    • @lupin2361
      @lupin2361 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Okay, there’s still a few kinks you need to work out, Billie, but you’ll get there eventually!

  • @MarleneBlackwinter
    @MarleneBlackwinter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1566

    My husband's uncle runs an orphaned wildlife sanctuary, and one Badger when released...went as far as the maibox, and dug in.
    That's as 'wild' as he wanted to get. Overall, pretty successful with saving and getting them ready for wild-living, but there's always those ones that form attachments and become part of the family.
    ....even if they live by the mailbox. lol

    • @wilsonrawlin8547
      @wilsonrawlin8547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +110

      EXACTLY. Most do go back and some don't. They chose the same thing as the wild dogs did thousands of years ago that became domesticated.

    • @MarleneBlackwinter
      @MarleneBlackwinter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +100

      @@wilsonrawlin8547 Yes, exactly. The ones that choose to stay 'Home' well they have quite enviable lives....they're Family. Even if one of them lives out by the mailbox and 'barks' at the mailcarrier...still Family, and he does come inside when he feels the need for company and such. lol

    • @wilsonrawlin8547
      @wilsonrawlin8547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@MarleneBlackwinter
      Agree. They are special and I've loved everyone that chose to stay during my lifetime. ;D

    • @MarleneBlackwinter
      @MarleneBlackwinter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@wilsonrawlin8547 I would say and think you'd agree from your experience that you refer to that some choose to stay for the Love they sense and feel...some of ours have left, then returned later after trying the wilds.
      The returnees, they're solidly dedicated to staying. lol ❤❤ Some returnees won't even go out in the 'Haven Yard' (Fenced to keep it a safe zone) unless one of us is out there as well. Such is life with animals.❤❤❤

    • @wilsonrawlin8547
      @wilsonrawlin8547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@MarleneBlackwinter
      So true. All of them are special, but I do have a soft spot in my heart for the wild animals that choose to stay with you :o)

  • @zapot66
    @zapot66 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Life has purpose, so true. Blessings to all who help life get better through love, compassion and patience.

  • @wendysomers810
    @wendysomers810 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    BADGERS ARE EXTREMELY INTELLIGENT AS WELL.

  • @NickKrige
    @NickKrige 3 ปีที่แล้ว +458

    if I'd known "professional badger scratcher" was an option my life choices would've been way different

    • @adityarai5367
      @adityarai5367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hey man nice car what do you do for living?
      Ahh! I'm a professional badger scratcher.

    • @FabFunty
      @FabFunty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@adityarai5367 Is there a further education course to become a certified badger bather to ? 😉

    • @adityarai5367
      @adityarai5367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FabFunty ohh yeah its a bachelor degree takes 2 years to complete and the job opportunities are endless but you'll have to work really hard to earn a good amount as it's a job for a professional. Badger Bathing is no joke.
      Cheers for your career.

    • @adityarai5367
      @adityarai5367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FabFunty if you're wondering where you can get the degree from you can study in the University of animal kindness and nourishment.

  • @haze2770
    @haze2770 4 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    Badger: *attacc legs*
    "I'll report you to HR"

  • @chaseaustin5347
    @chaseaustin5347 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would give that badger everything I own

  • @AmandaBooBerry
    @AmandaBooBerry ปีที่แล้ว

    My older sister was a zoo keeper and our childhood home turned into an opossum rehab center... as one does. We'd actually pluck tiny babies out of mommas who'd been killed by cars and raise them. Only one guy couldn't be returned to the wild so Roscoe became a foster mom to hundreds of babies. He'd have so many babies hanging on his back just learning to be opossums! It was an awesome childhood!

  • @newdimension4731
    @newdimension4731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +320

    2:26 Coyote sees badger : WTF lady this is A predator...... LET ME OUT OF HERE

    • @eolsunder
      @eolsunder 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Coyote soon learns, hey, i can get away from this Badger very easily.. jump over the fence ! hahaha take that badger !

    • @Mini_Squatch
      @Mini_Squatch 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      actually, American badgers and coyotes frequently team up to increase their hunting successes. If the prey, say a rabbit or a groundhog, goes underground, the badger gets it. if it books it above ground, it becomes the coyote's prey.

    • @thinkinofanameidunno7816
      @thinkinofanameidunno7816 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mini_Squatch yep

  • @richardandretti2680
    @richardandretti2680 3 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    Billie: "if you think I am going to leave all this love and attention, and go live in the wild, think again lady.. I am here to stay".

    • @Stiffler1109
      @Stiffler1109 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep...much like Matt Foley (if the character doesn't ring a bell, think Inspirational Speaker on SNL with Chris Farley, who was living in a van down by the river until he checked out the better scene with whatever family he visited.

  • @j.rleonard8269
    @j.rleonard8269 ปีที่แล้ว

    All the way around beautiful. Somethings was just meant too be, no way around that...
    Blessed be...

  • @christianchauhan23
    @christianchauhan23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That baby 🦡 is super cute.

  • @pattycakes1146
    @pattycakes1146 4 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    “Hooman, come and have a play.” So sweet.

    • @t.pisani8239
      @t.pisani8239 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Was this a direct quote from the video?

  • @PinkyPuff69
    @PinkyPuff69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +277

    There’s a viral video on TH-cam of a coyote headed into a tunnel but first waiting for his friend, who arrives and the coyote jumps w/ excitement when he sees who it is. It’s a BADGER! And they’re both 100% wild. It’s only a couple of minutes long but the final shot is of them both merrily strolling into the tunnel together. ♥️

    • @flow3r_grl188
      @flow3r_grl188 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Melanie Brandt pleaseeee find me the link i wanna see! 😍

    • @theyodelerz8206
      @theyodelerz8206 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      I think coyotes and badgers work together to hunt the badger will go into burrows and scare out prey for the coyote to catch and the badger will catch things in the burrow

    • @voidstepstudios5133
      @voidstepstudios5133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      This sounds like something straight out of a Disney movie. I'd love to see a movie about a coyote and a badger

    • @PinkyPuff69
      @PinkyPuff69 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oscura The Fox Queen
      Exactly. That’s what the news station said too!

    • @elibear8530
      @elibear8530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      i love thr wild deer leaning his head down so a little possum picks the ticks off the top of his head that was captured on a wildlife camera!! interspecies friends are incredible and inspiring

  • @Lilwhitedove3
    @Lilwhitedove3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Billie is so adorable. 🐾🐾💜💋🦦

  • @dbenci2071
    @dbenci2071 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think she had a destiny , helping people understand them.

  • @DEEZ_N4T
    @DEEZ_N4T 3 ปีที่แล้ว +276

    “We were getting Billy ready for the wild”
    “W R O N G”

    • @cultofmalgus1310
      @cultofmalgus1310 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      smothered her too much. Its hard not to.

    • @fubar1217
      @fubar1217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@cultofmalgus1310 I was going to say something similar. They played with her too much.

    • @brucebruce7065
      @brucebruce7065 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They did it on purpose

    • @aceous99
      @aceous99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      if not , they will provide a loving home. Don't use words out of context please.

    • @KDrop84
      @KDrop84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Humans are dumb