Animal Posse · Episode 44 · November 28, 2025 · 53 min

Opossums, Raccoons, & Squirrels: Saving Our Backyard Wildlife

Found a baby squirrel, opossum, or raccoon? What should you do—and more importantly, when should you help? We talk to licensed wildlife rehabilitator Leah Anderessen of Silent Voices Wildlife Rehabilitation for the essential guide to protecting our wild neighbors. Leah shares the proper steps for finding help, the legal and ethical reasons why you should never keep a wild animal as a pet, and answers your most common questions! 📞 Got Questions for Leah? Text her at 504-457-4884 If you would like to support us, every single dollar helps our animals directly: https://animalposse.com/support Websites👇 https://animalposse.com https://unwantedfeline.org Social Media👇 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UFORescue/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/animalposse About our Channel: Animal Posse is your go-to place for everything animal rescue! Join us as we share heartwarming stories, crucial insights, and ways to make a difference for animals in need. We're proud to be powered by our 501(c)(3) non-profit, Unwanted Feline Organization, working together to bring animal lovers together and save lives. 👍 Like, Share, and Subscribe #WildlifeRehab #Raccoon #Squirrels #Opossum #FoundWildlife #WildlifeRescue #DoNotPetWildAnimals #Conservation #WildlifeTips #WildlifeRehabilitation #AnimalRescue #LouisianaWildlife