Welcome, this site was created for all people who have an interest in the United States only marsupial, the Virginia Opossum. Rehabers.,caregivers, all who would like to learn more about the U.S. most misunderstood mammal. The Opossum_Rehab_Support Group is dedicated to the proper care and understanding of this wonderful and precious creature.

This group will be open to discussions on various diets, medical issues and problems that caregivers typically encounter and those unfamiliar and rare cases that need recommendation, discussion or suggestion. We can learn much from each other. All members should feel free to talk about anything opossum or wildlife related. We are a family of people who are passionate about the opossum and dedicate ourselves and our lives to the health,well being and public education of this unique species. We do not condone the keeping of any healthy wildlife as pets.

REMEMBER, EDUCATION IS POWER! We will feature a series of educational articles about the Opossum. Reference: The Opossum: It's Amazing Story

Please keep an eye out for those opossums that may need our help. Need suggestion on how to help out your fellow opossums or need help with anything opossum related, please feel free to contact; Kathleen Shives at, kat4possums@yahoo.com or call, (512)633-5870 24/7 You may also contact your local Wildlife Rescue Group, Parks and Wildlife or The National Opossum Society. For the Austin,Texas area, your local wildlife rescue is: Austin Area Wildlife Rehabilitation at: (512)709-6335 or info@austinareawildliferehab.org, Thank You.