Do possums bite humans?

The usual reason people think they have rabies is the drooling that opossums do when approached and scared. For the most part though, opossums are all bark and no bite. When a ‘possum is approached, it will open its mouth widely, show you all of their teeth, and begin to drool excessively. read more

That said, in rare instances, opossums will attack, particularly when they have to defend themselves, just like any other animal would. So if your dog messes with a possum, and the possum doesn't play dead, it might bite back. In this case, a possum is dangerous to a dog or any other pet, like a cat. read more

Opossums do Not get rabies So you do not have to worry about an opossum giving your pet rabies. Or you .Opossums present NO dangers to humans and animals. When they feel threatened they may show their teeth, hiss and growl. But they will usually try to run away before they resort to this. If attacked they will do what opossums do best. read more