Teeniest Baby Found in a Sink Decides That a Stuffed Bunny is His Mom | The Dodo Little But Fierce
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- Teeniest little baby found in a sink decides that a stuffed bunny is his mom - then he becomes a wild teenager! 🤗💗
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Our cat found a baby weasel soon after having her kittens, so she carried him to where her babies were and insisted on raising him as one of them. The poor little guy had massively lucked out and was found during the 12 hour window of time in Suzie's life where she wouldn't have just eaten him on the spot. We helped him to latch-on, because her nipples were bigger than his mother's, but he soon was able to do it on his own, and after several months we were able to hand him over to wildlife specialists to get him introduced to the wild. It was a great experience for all of us, especially the weasel (Tiny Tim), who otherwise would have been a snack.
The bad news is he never got the knack of being a wild animal, he was too attached to people, but the good news is he lived the rest of his life at the Knoxville zoo with several others of his kind, and the keepers gave him all the chin and belly rubs, and Cheerios (his favorite snack), he could ever want.
What a great story!!!
Awesome story!
That's so sweet.
While it was without a doubt a sweet heartwarming tale. I take it that regards to the part saying “he lived the rest of his life” little weasel “Tiny Tim” has sadly….passed away?
I love that story so much
As cute animals go, weasels are criminally underrated.
but also deadly wild killers of small animals, they are not friendly
Maybe because they're deceivingly dastardly little critters?
They are normally associated with dishonesty, which I feel is based on myth. Cats are just as deadly yet earn little of the opprobrium.
@@chriswesterfield2042 I was just posting that as cute as they are, they are not good pets. Get a ferret instead that should fit the bill.
@@chriswesterfield2042 Cats and dogs are too though.
I'm extremely surprised he even survived. He was so incredibly young. She must have incredible skills to do that.
When I was about 9 years old, we found a baby weasel of similar age. Eyes still closed. Kept him on our bodies to keep him warm, fed him and were able to raise him. We transferred him to an experienced caretaker once he reached an age suitable for the release process. It was a very rewarding experience and I’m grateful it went as well as it did.
Surprised is something giving you pause , very surprised and you have stopped or jumped and at least recoiled, extremely surprised and you have lost command of consonants and you could well be on your back , are you saying that you were that surprised by the weasels age that you lost your composure and yelled something unintelligeble, were you really extremely surprised ?
Really, extremely ?
That was my thought. Baby rodents and birds.... prepare yourself for heartbreak 💔
Absolutely. I am hand raising baby rats after my cat got the momma.
There eyes are not open yet and I am feeding them every two hours.
I am exhausted. I lost two already and now just have two. But it is work! And I have no idea what to do with them when they get older.
Fostering babies is a lot of work.
@@nicolasrose3968 not picking is unattractive.
His little face is so adorable! ♥️ It’s good to see a human caring for, and releasing a wild creature back to his proper home.
I have a ferret who's face is just like that do adorable
@@JJ_Justice Aw. I used to know someone who had made little hanging tunnels all over her house, and her ferrets were so adorable. My only complaint was their natural odor. It took some getting used to.
Yes they are stinky
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@@wendyyesss7951 so
Something so TINY has a HUGE will to live..❤ warming
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Love makes things grow ✨ 💕
"When he started showing fear of me..."
That absolutely broke my heart. 😢
Me too 😢
i find it really weird that when he was a baby he would love up on her so much but now all of a sudden, he's showing fear? that doesn't really make any sense. he'd probably see her as mom, so why would he be afraid of his own mom? unless weasels have really bad memory and think of their moms as strangers the moment they become adults. still, super strange.
@@thatwasverypunny.-. animals' nature towards humans sometimes changes once they start approaching adolescence
@@hmj211 that's so sad though :(
This woman put a lot of effort into saving this sweetie and look at her wonderful reward.
It must be bittersweet to let go of animals you raised. God bless this lady.
And that is a tremendously successful wildlife rehab and release - congratulations!
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I can't imagine having to release an animal you've helped raise: thank you for being able to do the right thing for him when it must be so hard.
People release their own kids into the wild all the time. It just takes a bit longer :)
THAT’s how it’s done folks! No cute sweaters and feeding breakfast cereal or focusing on cute tiktok-shots or making it up as you go along! Heartwarming to see someone this young who’s wize enough and caring enough to learn how to foster a wild animal without corruptimg it for life and making it their pet.
Bravo 🙌❤️❤️❤️
Yeah it's almost as if some owners treat them like pets because... They are pets and a rescuer doesn't treat them as a pet because... They aren't pets.
Come on man
Some of these comments! Just WOW! It's a touching story. Let it be what it is! It shows the good in humanity! We can all appreciate that!
His friends won’t believe when he tells them he was raised by a human.
everyone deserves a caring mother ...
good to see there were the loving care found
Few of us get one.
@@wabbitnred3609 I have one and am so lucky. My mom is THE BEST! 🥰
Awww he’s so CUTE,he is a lovely little guy, Animals are the cutest most amazing creatures ever and deserve love, happiness and more🐶🐱🐻🦊🐯
ikr bud and pal
People are also animals
@@666zombee شاصرچ
People aren’t animals
That thing is a vicious killer. It might be cute, but it murders to eat.
I wish the little guy the best in his new life. It would be nice if he did not forget his human mom.
Thank you for featuring our story about Flex! He was such a pleasure to raise! (For those curious about Flex’s species ID, he’s a “Short-tailed Weasel”, also interchangeably referred to as a “Stoat”. Although similar, these are very different animals than, for example, the “Long-Tailed” or the “Least” Weasel.) 🌿
I love these clips. "We don't even know what this half-dead thing in the ditch is, but we are going to save it!"
Oh look...it's a baby Sasquatch. We're gonna keep it. Johnny always wanted a baby brother! 🧡💛💜🌻💖💚💜😱
He was adorably cute. I'm glad they raised him and when he was old enough and strong enough to make his way in the world, they were able to return him to the world he was designed to live in. God bless them for caring for him.
Done well and properly. Excellent. Great job! He’s definitely a cutie.
Mother Nature will always take her course! Appreciate your helping flex find that course.
It must be so hard letting a sweet baby like this go on his own......but everything you have done for him will help him.....thank you.....you have a good loving heart....hugs...🙂👍❤
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1:33 🥺 My heart... it's to adorable... 💖
God bless you for rescuing this poor baby!
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You amazing compassionate woman! God bless you dear for the lovely rescue and release and keeping your door open to welcome it back!!
My mother, a wonderful physician, saved squirrel babies fallen from nests in our backyard...and taught by example how to care for them. I had Titch squirrel who like your weasel went away into the high neem and guava trees...then one day brought his wife & kids to meet me..! He used to sit on top of my typewriter carraige & loved the 'ping' sound it made!! Our dog loved Titch too!!
Your gentle touch, cuddles and care and being present made him survive. May I know what you fed this tiny being? And what weasels generally eat?
Love and great appreciation, from India!!
That he got to live and get back to the wild is the best story.
That's looks like a Stoat to me. It can be hard to tell the difference between them and weasels since it's minute differences plus they rarely stand still. Best way to see is if the white belly fur connects (S)traight and has a black tip tail then it's a Stoat but if the tail is short and (W)avy fur line then it's a Weasel. Wavy-weasel/Straight-stoat
In the States we call them short-tailed weasels. We have 3 species of weasels and tend to shorten them all to just “weasel” unless it’s necessary to differentiate between the three.
how do you tell the difference between a weasel and a stoat? a weasel is weasonably distinct and a stoat is stotally different.
Looks like a stoat to me, too. And it moves like a stoat.
Weasels' tails are a bit shorter and all one color.
A stoat's tail is longer, with a black tip. I see a black tip.
Both are in the same genus Mustela .
@@katelights 😊
1:06 ah yeah, you can definitely see the full white belly and the black tip at the tail, definitely a Stoat to me
As cute and innocent as weasels seem, they are ruthless hunters. And they have a very powerful bite
That's not a weasel. It's a stoat
Thank you for your love and support for this sweet little baby.
He is ready to slay! Go weasel, go
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Adorable. I hope he finds his Flexette and they live happily ever after ❤
You are very kind which is a gift not given to many. Be proud.
Thank God for people like this woman, what they do for animals is both heartwarming and amazing
Oh my God, he's cute! I love weasels ❤
How are you doing
Oh my goodness! Weasels are stoats adorable!
@Chris Handsome I'm a word nerd 🤓
Sometimes a little clock that tic tock put in with the baby will sooth it . It mimics the heart beat of mom , it worked with puppies I have own .
So happy to see someone who helps rehab or save wild animals needing help. When I've seen other people take the wild one outside, I am afraid the animal will just run away (too soon) and lost. The soft release is familiar and it works so well. Love the babies and so glad this one was saved and became it's wild self.
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Flex is sooo cute, and I believe that he will be able to adapt to the new wild environments well~💞
Thank you for taking care of him and sharing this video!🤗
Lovely story which restores ones faith in humanity ,
If only we could all be kind loving and gentle with animals the world would be such a beautiful place .
Thanks for helping this cute little guy!
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👍❤ to this person who raised this weasel. It's awesome what you do
Flex is the most adorable baby. Thanks for helping him to grow up and for releasing him at his own pace. You’re an angel!
He looks just like an otter pup.. they are identical creatures!
@Muslimcel Beavers are *rodents.*
Good people just like this lady who took her time to raise the little guy good. Raised him good and to be strong. Pretty little fellow and adapted with his mom. But once it's older gets released to the wild where he belongs. Much love and respect for taking care of the little guy and taking her time to raise the little guy. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Yup he is the most smallest animal I ever seen. And he is so adorable. Thank u for taking care of him. Now he belong in the wild and yep find a new home. Good luck.
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so cute, kind of bittersweet ending. Hopefully the little guy is still kicking out there somewhere.
I had a pair of weasels from kits. Went everywhere with me in my hood ! Had them 7 years . First one died then second one just gave up I think without her best chum. Fabulous little creatures 😃
Thank you for taking time out to raise him.
It's amazing their instincts are so strong to be fearful of mankind. What a cutie!!!
These videos pop up at the right moment they always make me feel so good I'm always smiling in the end giggling and saying awwe throughout
Kim certainly gave Flex a wonderful start on his wild life. And Flex gave Kim much joy and left her with happy memories. A true win-win! 🌸
What a great rescue. One that gives him what he truly needs...freedom to live his own life. Beautiful ❤
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weasels are underrated :)
Well now I don't mind being called a weasel 😂😂
He received a lot of affection and love, lucky little one. It's wonderful to see the human taking care of it, and then returning to nature. If you are a dog and cat lover in funny moments get to know our work. Welcome and have fun. 🐱🐯🦊
Thank you for saving this little baby.
Oh! FLEX is so Cute!!! It's always so bittersweet to watch videos of wild baby creatures grow and eventually released into their natural habitats. As Animal Lovers, we have loving, nurturing hearts. I can never be a Foster Mom. I wonder how these beautiful creatures of the wild feel after their Release? Do they remember their Human Moms and Dads who cared and loved them to their Release "maturity"? KUDOS to ALL these Great Rescuers and Selfless Foster Moms and Dads!!! GOD bless you ALL.
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He's a adorable, which is hard for me to admit because I've lost a lot of chickens to weasels.
It's not a Weasel it's a Stoat
izzy....skunk do same thing too.
Can't you leave eggs out for them?
I know it’s the best to release wild animals back into the wild, but I think it would break my heart seeing them go💚🙃
Just thinking the same thing. Happy and really sad to let go of my little baby, may be not seeing it ever again. But I guess that's part of being a rescue person.
@@moonlightsiren2340 When they get older you would regret a decision to keep them. They are territorial and efficient killers. I hate to be a buzz kill.
You'd be surprised. I've rehabbed squirrels, opossums, birds. You get pretty proud of yourself and excited for them when they "wild up" successfully. Not talking to them or over handling is key.
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Sweet little weasel
Adorable is right! Thanks for sharing. Good for you, you saved another little beautiful life.
Glad he got to have such a loving upbringing, and got to go and live in the wild.
Stoats are frigging adorable. Cute little murder machines. :D
Aw, lil baby.
OMG! That face is so CUTE!!!👆😘😘🥰
It's SO GOOD to see someone loving animals and caring for them!!! Thank you for being there for this baby, and all the others that need help! You are appreciated!!🥰🥰🥰
Flex is so cute!! So glad your friend called you. No telling what would have happened to him. Surly you'll be seeing him around. 💗💗👏👏
That is SO Cute!.
Thank You for Helping Wildlife out.
The world needs more people like you! Thanks for sharing and the very best of luck!
Thank you for what you do to help animals 💕
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Aww he's so tiny!
Love to see good people helping these little guys. Luca
Ah he is so cute and God-bless you for saving him.
I'm glad he started getting wary of you. I'm always concerned for the safety of the animal being released back to nature after spending all that time imprinting with humans.Thank you for doing a wonderful job.
Their cuteness disguise the fact that they have the most forceful lethal bite in the animal kingdom. Bigger than all the apex predators. It’s the shape of their skull apparently.They take down rabbits.
more force than a crocodile?
@@h.hrdlickova517 I'm assuming they mean compared to body mass or something.
EDIT : It's as compared to their body mass, and it's the strongest in North America, not the world. Apparently the Tasmanian Devil has a higher bite force quotient.
Amazing job.....so happy you were able to help him.....he is adorable.....love him!!!!
Oh my!!! SOOO adorable!! I love animals so much
Thank you for looking after this little darling. He grew so confident thanks to you 🌈🌈💕💕
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"I was raised by aliens"
-Flex
Lmaooo
His little face 🥺❤
So cute.
Thank You for the this precious baby.
Weasels are different from their domestic relative, the ferret. They’re wild animals and live their entire lives in nature. Ferrets on the other hand are habituated to humans and are completely dependent on them. Weasels don’t make good pets. ‘Nuff said.
Nice story, but isn’t that a Stout as others have mentioned?
Pretty sure there are wild ferrets.
@@tonbig7740 Weird how? She worked at acclimating the little guy back to the wild.
How long, after his actual release, did you leave the cage available for him with food? I bet not long, but did you remove the cage immediately or a week later or what?
0:57 highlight of this vid 💘🥺
good luck little buddy, I hope you have a long and wonderful life.
My husband had to come find out what was wrong as I was Squeeing so much due to this little poppet
When I left for college, my mom would send me care packets of instant ramen and pre-made sauce kits.
Kim: soft release.
Soft release; for animals= caring for them, and our planet.
for humans= go see the world, but I ♥️ you!
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soft release = your mum kept your bedroom so you could go home still.
I am sure it is very satisfying to rescue and raise these poor wild animals, but it is bittersweet to finally have to let them go. So cute.
He's just so beautiful !! 😄
That’s a stoat not a weasel tho
I'm not crying. You're crying.
Those of You that do these things are The Most Beautiful People In The World! I can not say Thank You enough! You help restore My Faith In Mankind! Please don't ever stop! God Bless You All😇🙏
Thank you for rescuing,rehabbing,
then releasing Flex back to the wild. It was a great sign when Flex became nervous around you cuz it meant Flex hadn't imprinted on you. Great rehab job! Stay safe and be well. ✌👍
I need someone to make a voice over for Flex and give a loud, booming and condescending voice. It just feels right
He truly is a silly weasel!
She did an absolutely amazing job! Damn that thing was cute!
He’s adorable!
It's kinda sad though, that as they get older they forget about you. Kinda like humans sometimes. :(
They’ve got the instincts they need to survive, including built-in avoidance of humans. It’s not sad that the instinct turned on when it was time to cut loose from the nest. It’s a thing to celebrate.
I dunno...people have this idea in their heads that just because something is natural, it is good (in fact, this idea has a name and everything - the naturalistic fallacy). No shade on the people doing wildlife rehabilitation, whom I admire greatly...at least they're preserving the lives of the critters that find themselves abandoned or orphaned, usually because of human interference - they give these animals a chance at life and I cannot thank them enough for doing so. But I do think that because of the amount of grief and suffering we humans cause to the natural world around us, it should also be our goal to provide, as much as possible, help to the species we're negatively affecting.
People romanticize wild, natural animal behavior, but in reality, life for animals in the wild (whether that is "true" wilderness in places where few/no humans venture, groomed wilderness like parklands, or what I'd call "suburban" wilderness...the areas of greenspace in and around human dwellings) is generally short, painful and decidedly not romantic. Sometimes the suburban wilderness existence can be positively or negatively (usually negatively) impacted by the humans that live there too (positives may include people putting up birdfeeders, or leaving out food for, say, rabbits during a harsh winter,* while negatives include a possibility of predation by human-introduced species roaming the streets, i.e. cats**), but whatever the situation, "nature" (however natural) is cruel.
So I personally believe that sometimes the worst thing you can do is release an animal you have raised up, an animal that has come to rely on you (even if it is able to learn to rely on itself). It is possible for a person to provide an animal under their care a life that is both longer, and better than the one they would have in the wild, a life basically free from suffering...and it can be done while still allowing the animal some freedom, and giving them the ability to explore their own natural instincts. By intervening in the "natural order of things" I think the intervener has a responsibility to that creature, and part of that is to give them the best life possible. And maybe the best life isn't a life subject to the cruel knife of natural selection.
And no, I'm not a bioethicist...it's just a hobby. :-\
*Incidentally, leaving food out may seem like a kindness, but the more animals that make it through the harsh winter, the more babies are born the following summer, and the more stretched the food supply will be the following winter...so in the long run, this kind of seemingly kind behavior may be causing more suffering than it alleviates.
**A plague upon those imbeciles who let their cats out to roam the streets. It's bad for the cat (creating unnecessary risks ranging from being hit by cars to getting in fights with other cats), but it's worse for the rabbits, squirrels (and other rodents) and birds they hunt. It's also illegal (and I'd like to see fines increased, in an attempt to discourage this idiotic behavior).
I get your thought process and I agree to some degree, especially the obligation to helping the animal when they need it. I think people aren't thinking the ethical issues of full release through sometimes. Like i saw the story of a dolphin that spent years in capitivity, and then released as if it was a completely happy ending and i was like.. Are you serious? They are social creatures do the humans realize how fucked up that dolphin will be mentally? How socially and emotionally stunted they will be now? To spend 15 years with humans, now you think this dolphin is going to just be able to live a happy life not bonded to any other dolphins?
Having said that, I think if it weren't for the release process then rehabilitators wouldn't be able to care for the next animal that needs help. There's a limited amount of resources and in some cases releasing orphaned animals does help with biodiversity and repopulating local places. Im pretty sure thats the case with all those orphaned baby bats. But i dont want to detract from your arguments because you make good points too and its good to be thoughtful about these things
@@sherrybopcherrypop Yeah...these issues are complex, and I totally agree, when resources are scarce, tough decisions must be made. Ultimately though, people forget that animals living in nature generally experience 20-25% of the lifespan with which they are genetically-endowed (if they're lucky), and let's just say that their lives...and deaths...would not make for very good Disney movies (can you imagine a Disney movie that included the wide diversity of parasitism that exists in the animals they are animating?). As a species with the capacity for developing moral and ethical frameworks, we NEED to be thinking of the consequences of even our most well-intentioned actions, whenever we are interacting with other species. So my comment was more intended to start that conversation, rather than be explicitly critical of any one approach to animal rehabilitation.
Not reading this essay
@@chatman4998 I know. Basically they didn’t like the animal being released into the wild (I think lol).
You would be safe and well fed in the cage, but wouldn’t you still choose to be free?
God bless you baby I love you
Love you for what you do!
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