Unlikely pawdorable friendship blossoms in the middle of the night under the hoomans' nose: 'It's not every day you see your cat hanging out with a possum'

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Ayala Sorotsky • Writer and Editor
Aug 3, 2025 3:00 PM EDT

One of the greatest joys of being a cat parent is never knowing what kind of friendship your little furball might forge next. Sure, we've seen cats bond with dogs, birds, bunnies (even lizards!), but every time, it's just as delightful. There's something magical about that curious feline spirit meeting another creature and deciding "Yeah, we vibe". It's funny, heartwarming, and a little chaotic - just the way we like it. These unexpected alliances remind us that cats don't just live in our homes -  they explore, investigate, and sometimes form silent treaties with the animal kingdom beyond our windows.

Whether it's a staring contest, a nap taken a few cautious inches apart, or a moment of shared calm, these cross-species meet-cutes are always pawdorable. And let's be honest, half the fun is watching your cat pretend this new buddy was totally their idea. They're the diplomats we never knew we needed - until a possum showed up.

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    We had unexpected visitor on the catio last night Cute
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    A couple days ago, we had a little possum in our backyard that we had to gently evacuate into the front yard because we have dogs.
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    I figured that would be the end of it.
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    Then last night, I hear some hullabaloo out back and I discover this gentleman, I named him Roger, chilling on my catio.
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  • Yes, you read that right - a possum. A baby possum named Roger, who decided this house's catio was the place to crash for the night. And what did the cat do? They just... accepted it. As if hanging out with a wide-eyed, pointy-nosed, nocturnal marsupial was a totally normal Tuesday. It’s the kind of moment that makes pet parenting such a delightful, weird adventure. You think you’ve seen it all, and then your cat’s hosting late-night possum parties like it's no big deal.

    An unexpected friendship? Maybe. A hilarious memory? Absolutely. Roger, you strange little gentleman, you’re always welcome back.

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    For story's sake, I have to assume hes the same one. He is small enough to fit through the wire mesh.
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    We kicked the cats off the catio, opened the emergency side door, and gave him some space to exit freely.
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    It's not every day you see your cat hanging out with a possum
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    Queen Melle • I am a cat. Hiss and meow, and what have you. Treats please? B 729 ○ Reply
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    Ok_General4507 The what have you took me outttt( 61 > Reply Lewtwin With a Roger Moore voice, no less. 843 ○ Reply
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    Sammyofather ⚫ If possums could speak they would definitely have an British accent ↑ 3 ♡ Reply
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    Electrical-Act-7170 lashes tail "Meow again. Am cat. Want noms. Pleas?" ۵ 6 ○ Reply ...
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    MxBluebell ⚫ He looks so polite 364 > Reply Samiiiibabetake2 ⚫ I said the exact same thing out loud. Like what a sweet little love. 136 > Reply
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    UniversalMinister He does! He's like "oh hello there, how do you do? When is tea time again? Why yes, I do like cucumber sandwiches. I'll see you at 3, for tea." 11 > Reply
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    HamLvr88 • I'm - I'M SORRY. LOOK at that little face Just keep the lil' guy. ③ 126 Reply
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    Illustrious_Tap3171 ⚫ Look at that face. You keep that precious baby forever. Give them all the loves. 93 ◇ Reply
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    According-Score-4470⚫ Top 1% Commenter That first picture with both their faces is priceless looks like Kitty just told a," your momma so fat" joke 292 ○ Reply ...
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    sec2sef ⚫ He looks polite, you should let him stay. 217 ○ Reply eliisonvacation ⚫ Yes please! I would love to see daily photo updates of Roger hanging on the catio! 55 > Reply
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