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Maternal Pit Bull Warmly Embraces An Orphaned Squirrel, Who Sees Her As Its Mom

Sophia
by Sophia
24 Jul 2023

One of the most wonderful things in life is the relationship a mother has with her child. It makes no difference whether they are related by DNA or by choice; what matters is the unadulterated love that exists between them.

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Everly, a pit bull who is exceedingly kind and amiable, got to experience the wonder of motherly love when a baby squirrel, who had been abandoned, chose her to be his new mommy. As a dog, Everly has always been a loving and nurturing animal, which is only fitting given her breed.

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Pit bulls have an undeserved reputation for being vicious and violent; however, the breed is actually inherently nurturing and affectionate. In the 19th century, pit bulls were sometimes called "nanny dogs" because of their reputation for being devoted, loving, and great with children.

Everly has always been eager to make friends with other animals and has inherited all those loving, devoted, and loyal pit bull traits. As a result, Morgan Joy Groves, Everly's mother, wasn't too surprised when Everly attracted the attention of a small baby squirrel.

While on a stroll, Everly and Groves came across the small squirrel, who appeared to be alone. The little one was just a baby, and perhaps he sensed that Everly would make a wonderful mother, so he was immediately drawn to the adorable dog.

The bond between a mother and her child is one of the most beautiful things in life

The bond between a mother and her child is one of the most beautiful things in life
Morgan Joy Groves
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The small squirrel persisted in following Everly until she and Groves were escorted home by the little one. Everly rested there, which encouraged the little squirrel to approach her even more closely.

What matters is the pure and unconditional love that exists between them

What matters is the pure and unconditional love that exists between them
Morgan Joy Groves
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Everly was followed by the small squirrel, who eventually accompanied her and Groves all the way home. The young one cuddled up on top of Everly, and the two of them enjoyed a wonderful, cozy slumber together.

Everly has always been an affectionate and nurturing dog

Everly has always been an affectionate and nurturing dog
Morgan Joy Groves

Everly then decided to take care of the infant. She adopted the squirrel, and the two of them shared many naps and hugs.

Pit bulls were known to be loving, loyal, and excellent with children

Pit bulls were known to be loving, loyal, and excellent with children
Morgan Joy Groves

Groves understood that, in order for the young squirrel to develop into a healthy adult capable of taking care of itself, it would require more care than she and Everly could provide.

Everly has inherited all those loyal, loving, and nurturing pit bull qualities

Everly has inherited all those loyal, loving, and nurturing pit bull qualities
Morgan Joy Groves

This meant that after a short while, Groves and Everly took the newborn squirrel to a wildlife rehabilitation facility so that it might receive the best care possible.

Morgan Joy Groves wasn’t too surprised when Everly returned the squirrel’s attention

Morgan Joy Groves wasn’t too surprised when Everly returned the squirrel’s attention
Morgan Joy Groves

The little guy immediately grew curiously attached to the sweet dog

The little guy immediately grew curiously attached to the sweet dog
Morgan Joy Groves

Everly cares deeply for her young foster child, but by residing at the wildlife refuge, he will have the opportunity to develop alongside two other squirrels and eventually join them in the wild.

The lovely story has moved thousands of people online

The lovely story has moved thousands of people online
Eileen DuCasse-Morris

Having a squirrel that would sleep on their dog

Having a squirrel that would sleep on their dog
Deanna Dusseau-Silva

This commenter is already teary

This commenter is already teary
Gloria Sharp

A better protector

A better protector
Dennis Sedlak

Love knows no bounds

Love knows no bounds
John Cynddylan

Checking any puppy that comes into a dog park

Checking any puppy that comes into a dog park

They are just amazing

They are just amazing
Trudy OHagan

A good mother will sometimes do whatever it takes to give her child the greatest chance possible for a happy existence. The little squirrel will always cherish and be grateful for his loving foster mother, and he will always appreciate the support and affection she provided at a time when he needed it most.

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