I've taken in a lost and orphaned little squirrel. He was so frail and dehydrated when I got him. I'm close to setting him back out to the wild, and I'm so scared. I love how he will just hold my finger in his mouth....with no biting....he just holds it...it's their way of showing affection!

I'm a wildlife rehabber and love this video more than words can say. Thank you for sharing all this joy with us. 🥰

I loved the fact that she came back home after been released. Most never return.

I had two squirrel rescues as pets, some of the best friends I had in life.

You are a good hearted person,the world could use a lot more people like yourself.

Thank you so much for showing how cute these babies can be. I'm hopeful getting one,been watching as many videos to prepare me for the adventure I'm about to embark on. God bless 🙏🇨🇱🐿️

That little dude is hilarious!! He does zoomies like a dog, lol. Too damn cute!! That is literally the happiest squirrel I have ever seen. ❤️😎❤️

Such a happy little fella ,plays inside and out 🦫🐿

We had a squirrel that fell out of a tree and could not walk. Even though he was “broken” we still loved him to death and spoiled him rotten. No way would he have survived a week if we just turned our back and look the other way. He almost made it to 3 years and in that time he really became a solid part of the family. Even our cat would lay together with him. When he died it was a really sad day in this house and we will never forget the little dude !! RIP little Padiwon 😢

I just lost mine this Past Nov. 2017. I have raised several and they are a gift. Her Name was Donut she was 9yrs old. I know my squirrel. I love them I don't see how anyone could hurt such a little bundle of joy.

SO PRECIOUS! Even after you released him for his freedom, he couldn't stay away from the love you gave him, and his favorite stuffed animal. So heartwarming and so, just wow. :)

He and his bear buddy have such fun rolling and wrestling! Thank you for saving this baby. As I watch this little one...I am feeding my little wild squirrel's at my home. And YES squirrel really IS my last name. 🐿🐾😀💞

How precious these little wild things are at play and no matter how old squirels get, they stay just as cute. He was really happy to be with you--the cage was done up so beautifully too.

Tuis is one of my favorite videos!!! I love squirrels. Never knew how loving and playful the are until I helped one that was hit by two vehicles. I was scared at first, but I couldn´t leave her there so I put her in a box and left her in my sewing room to rest. No vet would help me to heal her and set her free. So I feed her creamy peanut butter and water. She started to heal and she got stronger. got her a good size branch to chomp on. If she wanted to hert me she realy could. She played a lot and would sleep in my arms. Finaly set her free. I miss her so much.

I love their garden with the moss and toadstool. Looks like a fairy wonderland!

Am soooo jealous!! I always wanted a squirrel friend. Their just so cute. Running around playing all day.

I love squirrels I feed them often in a local park a privilege to spend time with these amazing animals

So happy to see you took him outside and not sit in a cage / house all day. Well done

So sweet! I LOVE the knee hug toward the end. Love the critters!!

It's lovely to see how well and happy this fur baby is. You must be proud to have rehabbed such a sweetie.

So sweet and cute! I love watching squirrels! Thank you for sharing...💖

BEAUTIFUL STORY!!! Cheers!! to the Cavanaugh Family!!!

Im at a loss for words how heartwarming this is

Absolute success--congratulations. It's a lot of work & expense to rehab baby squirrels but it's so worth it. They're the most amazing creatures--so clever & funny & loving, so devoted to their habit/instincts like burying nuts or building nests. You did a great job & it's just lovely to see him happy & healthy & free in the trees.

Thank you for being so kind to him.

I would loose so much sleep, scared that something would happen to it. Such a sweet little animal.

Most people don't understand how you can fall in love with a squirrel. I do. I saved one from my cat, back in 2006, and she lived up until last year. I didn't keep her in the house I just fed her outside and she always felt comfortable coming up to me. She finally had two babies last year and I think she was pretty old for a squirrel to have her first litter. Unfortunately both her babies died and a few weeks later I found her on the ground. It looks like she just went to sleep and never woke up. I used to help her try to make her nest too. I would leave stuff out for her to put her nest together and she would take it. I still miss her so much. After I saved her, strangely enough my cat never bothered her again. She just sort of got used to her being around.

the way he handled that ball!!!!!......he could go on "squirrels got talent"!!!!....he has the joys of spring in him!!!

Just lost my little friend of 8 years to cancer seeing this is good therapy I miss you Junior.

I love squirrels. Masters of movement, they never fail to impress.

A lovely, lovely Squirrel.... Thank you♥️😀🎀🎀🎀

OMG the tumble with the bear is the greatest thing ever... 🥺💜

Best story. Awesome how it can function normally outside after captivity and then still come and hang out with you guys and play. Very cool story.

What a delightful little creature.. so much fun.. i could watch this over and over.

Squirrels are awesome creatures.

Omg she wags her tail just like my Chipmunk 🐿 does when happy.. I haven’t been able to find any research on the happy tail-wag! So happy to see it here!

This has to be one of my favourite KZfaq videos ever, Squirrel when hopping and skipping and playing is just a joy to watch, Bless that Squirrel and all Squirrel kind 🐿️🐿️🐿️🐿️🐿️👍

Thank you for your love for the little guy. He will always need you

The great story of being wise and real with nature.

Squirrels are wonderful pets. I rescued a baby one once, loved it.

Es difícil encontrar cosa más tierna y encantadora. Enhorabuena

you did a great job. I love that stuffed toy you gave him. He loves it so much. like his pal friend.

That's a beautiful and special bond. The bear toy is a great idea, for the squirrel to practice defending itself, in the wild, while also having fun.

I don't think I've ever seen a happier squirrel!!!!

Beautiful thanks so much for help this innocent squirrel ❤️

What and adorable little sweetie so precious❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💗💗💗💗💗🐿

Instinctively wise. They know who has a good heart ❤

Simply Beautiful, I commend your devotion to what is good & right 👼

This is so great! I did the same, released him over 2 years ago and he still comes for treats and to say hello. It is wonderful! His little girly friend has started to join him now as well ♥️. They are wonderful creatures that don't get the credit they deserve.

All I can say besides how cute he is that he wore me out just watching him.

I would never have guessed I needed to see a squirrel doing judo on a teddy bear! But at 5:18 we get to see exactly that! Fantastic!

Such a sweet baby....he/she just loves human savior.

I love this woman talking to the squirrel. Squirrel's are the best❤️

What a wonderful set up for her/him & watching the teddy bear interaction was so cute, especially the rolling episode.

What a love baby. You were wonderful to that little sweetie!

This little guy ,He Gets It.What does he get.Well life is short and if you can do not waste it.HAVE FUN And I am tickled pink.He is so cute and he is going to have FUN.This is what more living life forms should do and its HAVE FUN and again he gets it.Luv this guy and would welcome this guy in my house any time .

This is way to adorable! Love squirrels, so this really hit the spot.

Thanks for posting this video! What a great learning experience. I had the unfortunate pleasure of caring for a young 4 to 5 week old that had fell from its nest with 2 other siblings. She was a lone Survivor. I set up a nesting area for her to stay safe in...in our living room. Hand feeding her was a blast! We played like you did/do with yours. How cool.. When she turned 7 wks old I contacted a local rescue and wildlife sanctuary in our area and turned her over to them. I had a hard time coming to that decision but unfortunately that's the law in my state..😠 Squirrels Rule.....

If you have the patience, squirrels are exceptional companions. :) And adorable...

This is one of the best things I ever seen on KZfaq I myself love squirrels and I feed the ones in my neighborhood , Actually is about 10 squirrels

This is the best video. It’s awesome they took care of the squirrel. But what makes this story the best. The squirrel was released. The family, I know were worried. But, things like this have to be done to benefit the wild animal. I have several squirrels, but only one comes in. He comes in gets his food in the morning and evening. Just the basic routine. Squirrels are cute, but the teeth can tear up things. Did you see his wire cage. It had a huge hole in it. He was done being caged. Thanks to family who gave me joy watching this video.

Oh, he wants to stay with you. You're the only family he remembers.

That is one happy squirrel.. and if it brings you laughter it brings me joy. Love every creature Great and Small

This is a great video. Love that he made a nest and still remember his real home.... Thumbs up!

He is too cute and so playful.

They are as active and playful as cats are, cute :-)

Omg!! I could sit and watch him/her all day!!! So freakin adorable!!!

I rescued a 5wk old orphan and we love him! Our neighbor hates squirrels and shoots them - that's why we now have a house squirrel. If our guy heeds the call of the wild, we will find a qualified remote rehab person to help give him the wild life. My "squirrel man" assures me that rescues can transition into the wild, but it takes time. And then again, he has seen them hit the trail and never look back. It all depends on the squirrel. I hope we have a lifelong friend in the family. I am excited to see someone else playing with their little guy as I do with mine. Squirrels are smarter and much more fun than we ever realized! We now fight even harder for eco preservation! Thanks for sharing your story.

There is nothing more precious than the unconditional love of a wild animal. We persecute nature so much in the interests of man and still, they remain forgiving and loving creatures.

Cuteness overload!!😀

this man and woman and family I believe did the right thing by rehabbing the baby squirrel feeding the squirrel properly the baby squirrel and releasing him back into the wild into his natural habitat successfully as you can see the squirrel is making a nest and still 3 weeks after his release he returns to the love of the humans who cut down the tree not knowing he lived there with his squirrel family and they did everything they could to save him and return him release him back into the wild. Amazing Story excellent human beings caring for God's blessings of life so many blessings so much good can come from one little squirrel and one loving Human family.

He's so funny with that bear. Hahaha what a cutie!!!

I miss having a pet squirrel.. they give you so much love & love cuddling.

So cute and well loved .

4:24 Thinking about his future and the big ol' world out there... I hope he's healthy and happy back in nature! Thank you and your family for caring for him Mr. Cavanaugh :)

He's totally adorable. And what a playful guy. Great that you rescued him. How could you not play with him too much. You're only human. Great video with great love.

Thank you for sharing. That warmed my heart.

SOO CUTE! What a great ending for an amazing little animal! ♥️🐿

Great story 👏 bless u for saving this little guy hope there is more to come maybe a family

Awesome video, thank you for sharing. Love how he played with his little teady bear. You are very lucky to have had that time with him.

Great story line, very endearing. Squirrel has lots of personality, we fall in love with him or her. His owner touched my heart too with her tenderness and love towards this precious little one!

As I’m watching this video I have a squirrel running around my room, so glad to see other people doing this properly :)

One of the sweetest stories ever!!! Such wonder and care you put into the inside domain until little one was ready to venture outside!!! I loved watching her go from attack you then run to the tree and back the most I think other than also seeing you keep in touch even after release! I think it cruel to prevent them from continuing to interact if they choose with the person who showed them so much compassion and love!!!

Such a cute and wonderful story. You are to be blessed for rescuing the little squirrel and giving it so much attention and love.

I have a bunch of chipmunks running around our house. I have been feeding them peanuts, now they eat out of my hand. They're extremely inquisitive and smart, with their own individual personalities. Nature is beautiful, I wish there would be more love and less hate and destruction in this world.

Aww, this just made my day. Bless you for saving him. I love squirrels, one of my favorite animals. Thanks for sharing this beautiful little story. Love from Denmark

I know of one that lived 11 years, she was a sweety. A friend of mine raised her from a baby. Spent most of the day outside, but came inside at night. All on her own, through the doggy door. She did have a family, but no wild born daddy or daddys ever came inside.

What a blessing for you and for him.

Oh my gosh -- may the Good Lord Bless you for helping His creation!

Loved him rolling around outside playing with his stuffed animal "friend". :) Sweet video!

What an adorable little critter!!😎👍

Another of Gods wonderful Creations !!! Sad thing is Man can talk , educate and "reason" Himself into believing anything but the TRUTH !!!!

Lifes Simple pleasures...for the past 15 years i take great delight in feeding them

I never realized that squirrels were so playful and cute! Thanks for sharing...good job!

Fluffy and cute and playful and cuddlesome forest babies. A lot of squirrels means a healthy forest.

Cute squirrel 🐿😉I hope he/she's happy and healthy thanks for the cuteness 🐿😉💛🐿

I love it! This story starts with a squirrel flying threw the sky lol

The most adorable thing I've ever seen

Precious little one, look at that beautiful moss, looks like Heaven for little woodland babies

The head rubbing is so cute!