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There was a possum in a live trap. it's gums were slightly bloody, possibly from biting the metal on trap. possum was very slow to move. i had to ha?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Opossums: Not sure what you were going to ask. Be careful, although quite rare Opossums can sometimes carry Rabies.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/28/2020

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A member asked:

There was a possum in a live trap. it's gums were slightly bloody, possibly from biting the metal on trap. possum was very slow to move. i had to ha?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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