Woman Captures Hard-To-Find 'Possum' Who Transforms Into An Indescribably Affectionate Lap Cat
A TNR rescuer snagged a cat that looked like a tiny, scruffy opossum, and somehow that oddball resemblance turned into a full-blown lap cat glow-up. The cat was named Possum, because of course he was, and the whole story starts with one successful trap and a whole lot of “wait, is that actually a cat?” energy.
But Possum did not just land in any home. He was taken in by a foster family that specializes in “pirate kittens,” the vision-impaired little chaos gremlins who need extra patience, extra calm, and extra routines. At first, he seemed overwhelmed, then foster mom Jen wrapped him in a blanket and used gloves for gentle petting, while the grooming, the lime sulfur dip, and even the surgery-recovery onesie all became part of his new normal.
And then, the surprising part hit, Possum stopped hiding and started purring.
A TNR (trap-neuter-return) rescuer succeeded in catching a cat that strikingly resembled an opossum, ultimately earning the name Possum
Fortuitously for this cat, a skilled foster family specializing in caring for vision-impaired or "pirate kittens" chose to welcome Possum into their foster 'Playschool.' There, he was celebrated for his distinctive personality, quirky appearance, and endearing vocalizations.
Initially, the kitten seemed overwhelmed, but with continued patience, his new foster family knew he would thrive. To acclimate him to petting, foster mom Jen wore gloves and wrapped him tenderly in a blanket, which he adored, while speaking to him in soothing tones.
He grew more at ease with each passing hour and reveled in the affection. Before long, Possum was purring contentedly and nuzzling against his foster mom.
Then, the grooming process began, including a much-needed bath. He even allowed her to hand-wash him and apply a lime sulfur dip to remove embedded dirt (and treat potential ringworm).
When it was time to dry, a newfound foster friend, Danica, astonishingly came to console him. From that point on, they became inseparable pals, spending their time playing together and enjoying Cat TV.
Possum got a friend - Danica
As Possum grew accustomed to the luxurious life of a lap cat, he gradually gained confidence. In time, he transformed into a content and laid-back kitten, engaging in play and exploration. He exhibited impressive loafing abilities and reveled in being cradled like a baby or resting contentedly on his foster mom and dad's lap.
“In the month that Possum has been here, I’ve fallen in love with his sweet disposition, gentle manner, and cute little face. (He bleps all the time!).”
When Possum first got wrapped up for petting by Jen, it was clear this wasn’t going to be a quick “hello, kitty” moment.</p>
That’s when the bath happened, including the lime sulfur dip, and Possum still chose to stay close instead of bolt.</p>
Possum’s glow-up reminds us of King Aslan the rescued Maine Coon, after intricate eye surgeries.
Jen and Ian dressed Possum in an irresistibly adorable onesie (a surgery recovery suit) to prevent him from scratching a lesion on his side caused by over-grooming. This solution was more comfortable than wearing a cone, and he didn't seem to mind being a charmingly cute fashion icon.
"Possum is outrageously sweet, endearingly goofy, and unspeakably lovable. He's going to be a hard one to let go. 😭"
"It has a hole around his tail to allow him to take care of business while also preventing him from licking his wound while it heals. It's also ridiculously adorable! He's such a good boy and is not bothered at all by taking it on or off or wearing it. He is, without a doubt, the bestest boy. I love him so much."
Jen and Ian dressed Possum in an irresistibly adorable onesie (a surgery recovery suit) to prevent him from scratching a lesion on his side caused by over-grooming.
House Possum Dreams Realized: The Goofy Lovebug Finds a Forever Home
In a short time, the endearing and whimsical cat found a permanent place to call home. Witnessing how far he had come brought immense joy to his foster family.
“Fostering can be filled with the lowest of lows, but also the highest of highs. An absolute high is seeing an extraordinarily special cat find his way to the perfect forever family. Possum is a tremendous success story, and journeys like his are what keep me going when I’m feeling down…”
“Possum absolutely adores his new family. He snuggles with them at night, follows them around the house, and is an absolutely perfect Little Baby Possum 🤗.”
He seems to be quickly adjusting to the good life with all the amenities!
“Local cat running dangerously low on toy supplies. Dire conditions. More at 11.”
You can follow his new life Dr. Alexandra Solomon, relationship therapist. notes, “Pets can provide incredible emotional support and companionship, enhancing our overall well-being.”
Once Danica showed up to console him during drying, the two basically became Cat TV roommates, and the fear melted fast.</p>
After Jen and Ian dressed him in the cute recovery onesie to stop scratching, Possum finally settled into his true calling as an unapologetic lap cat.</p>
Possum's journey from a scruffy and wounded stray to a pampered and loved house cat is a heartwarming tale of transformation. With the patience and love of his foster family, he overcame his fears and challenges, blossoming into a confident and contented pet.
His transition into a forever home stands as a testament to the power of compassion and the remarkable potential within even the most unlikely and challenging rescues. Possum's story is an inspiring reminder that with the right care and understanding, even the most seemingly unapproachable creatures can become affectionate companions.
Possum didn’t just find a home, he found someone’s lap and never let go.
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