What happens if a possum bites my dog?

The real threat your dog faces from an opossum bite wound is the chance of infection. An uncleaned, untreated bite wound can contain plenty of dirt and bacteria. Without treatment, the bite wound may become infected and cause complications including fever, vomiting and diarrhea.

Can a possum hurt my dog?

In general, opossums are docile, non-aggressive animals and will not attack your pets. They prefer to escape and avoid confrontations, if possible. If not, the threatened opossum may “play ‘possum”, show its teeth, or bite in self-defense, as any animal would.

Can a possum make a dog sick?

While domestic dogs represent a much greater threat to opossums than the reverse, opossums may be able to transmit diseases to your beloved pooch. While opossums can transmit a variety of bacterial and protozoal diseases to your dog, they do not typically carry or transmit the dreaded rabies virus.

What should I do if my dog eats a possum?

If there’s a high probability that the opossum was poisoned, then you’ll need to contact the vet immediately. Otherwise, eating the dead opossum may only cause your dog to have an upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea. If you’re in any doubt after your dog eats an opossum, then be sure to call the vet.

What is the possums favorite food?

You will have to have a food source to attract opossums. Planting gardens with fruits, vegetables and flowers will attract insects, snail and slugs. Opossums eat insects, snails and slugs. Opossums are also partial to overripe, fallen fruit on the ground.

Are bananas good for possums?

Brushtail Possums are known to be tolerant of many plant toxins and will eat trees that other animals find poisonous. Possums will also eat insects, moths, grubs, snails, birds’ eggs and baby birds. Other food which we may grow for ourselves that possums love includes: Fruits: Apples, pears, grapes and bananas.

What food can I leave out for possums?

Omnivorous possums appreciate meaty treats such as cat kibble as well as fruits and vegetables. Don’t put out human food, especially junk food.

What animals do possums keep away?

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Do opossums eat rodents?

As for the opossum diet, “anything” best describes the menu. Birds, eggs, mice, rats, insects, snails, nuts, garbage”it’s all fair game. Supreme generalists, opossums also eat carrion.

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