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"I Wish I Could Give My Son a Wild Raccoon" by Eliot Wigginton, 1976-11
Raccoons for Kids: Ringed Tails and Wild Ideas by Jeff Fair, Alan Carey, et all 1994-04
Wild America - Raccoon by Tanya Stone, 2002-08-22
Daniel 'Coon;: The story of a pet raccoon, by Phoebe Erickson, 1954
I Wish I Could Give My Son a Wild Raccoon."
Raccoon Cubs (Wild Baby Animals) by Ruth Owen, 2011-01
Salvajes (Wild) - El Mapache (Raccoon) by Lee Jacobs, 2004-04-16
Baby Raccoon (Little Readers Wild Animals) by Beth Spanjian, 1988-10
Canids: Canid Hybrids, Canines, Canidae, Coyote, Dhole, Subspecies of Canis Lupus, Wolf-Dog Hybrid, African Wild Dog, Raccoon Dog, Black Wolf
Canines: Coyote, Dhole, Subspecies of Canis Lupus, African Wild Dog, Raccoon Dog, Maned Wolf, Sha, Short-Eared Dog, Pack, Carolina Dog
Influenza infection in wild raccoons.(RESEARCH): An article from: Emerging Infectious Diseases by Jeffrey S. Hall, Kevin T. Bentler, et all 2008-12-01
A Raccoon's First Year
Raccoon (Wild O'fax) by Trick Hat, 1999-11
Raccoon family pets by Leonore Brandt, 1981

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Unicorns Beavers Raccoons Ladybug & Hippo
wild Animal Stuffed Animals Unicorns Beavers raccoons Ladybug Hippo. 9 Sweet Yvonne Unicorn Stuffed wild Animal Unicorns from Mary Meyer
http://www.jolay-baskets-balloons.com/stuffed_animals/wild_animals/unicorns_beav
Dr. Wise Answers Your Pet Questions
effective vaccination for raccoons, or any other wild animal. Most raccoons are infested with a specific type of intestinal roundworm that can be a
http://www.rivma.org/wiseraccoons.html

Extractions: Toll-Free Fax We recently found two orphaned baby raccoons. They are so cute. Can you tell us how to raise and care for them? Yes, baby raccoons are cute. All baby animals are adorable. However, you must remember that they are wild animals. These pretty babies will grow up to be not so nice adult animals. They are wild animals that will develop their natural instincts as they mature. They can become unpredictable, destructive, and somewhat dangerous. Wild animals do not make good pets. They also can carry diseases that could be serious health threats to you and your family. Raccoons and skunks are prime carriers of rabies. In recent years, there have been epidemics of raccoon rabies in the eastern United States, including Rhode Island. Also, there is no approved, effective vaccination for raccoons, or any other wild animal. Most raccoons are infested with a specific type of intestinal roundworm that can be a serious threat to human health. These roundworms produce thousands of eggs that are passed in the raccoon's bowel movements. The eggs hatch into tiny larvae that, if ingested by a human, will migrate through the person's body tissues. These particular larvae often migrate to the eyes and brain, causing blindness and brain damage. In Rhode Island, it is against the law for individuals without a rehabilitator's license to care for and raise orphaned wildlife. Also, most people do not know the proper nutrition and care for wild animals, so the animals may suffer from improper care. Often wild baby animals are not orphans. Usually their mother is somewhere nearby. It is not true that if you touch the babies, the mother will abandon them. It is best to leave wild animals alone as nature intended. If you find wild animals that you are sure are abandoned, injured or in danger, you should contact your local veterinarian or animal control officer. They can put you in touch with wildlife rehabilitators that are trained and licensed by the state.
Managing Raccoon Problems
raccoons are also serious predators of wild bird populations. Reports indicate that raccoons have been responsible for eliminating local populations of some
http://www.co.el-dorado.ca.us/ag/wildlife/racoons.html

Extractions: Avoiding Wildlife Problems Managing Raccoon Problems Raccoons (Procyon lotor) are common throughout California. They are medium sized animals 12 to 35+ lbs. and 20 - 40 inches long, including a bushy tail with 4 to 7 black rings. The fur has a salt and pepper appearance with the black mask marking on a whitish face characteristic of the species. The tracks of the raccoon are very distinctive. The hind foot is long, narrow, and rests flat on the ground like those of a bear. The front paw is hand-like, with toes that are long and well separated. This permits the use of the front paw with almost the facility of a monkey's hands. Biology Raccoons breed mainly in February and March, but matings may occur from December through June. The gestation period is about 63 days. Most litters are born in April or May, but some late breeding females may not give birth until June, July, or August. Raccoons produce one litter per year. The average litter size is 3 to 5 young. The offspring are weaned between 2 and 4 months of age and usually stay with the female until the following spring. Yearling females do not always breed but adult females normally breed every year, especially if food is plentiful. The diet of the raccoon is extremely diverse. They will eat fruit, berries, grain, eggs poultry, vegetables, nuts, mollusks, fish, insects, rodents, carrion, pet food and garbage. Individual animals may learn to use specialized foods such as poultry, fruit crops, small livestock, or garbage by watching other raccoons. Contrary to popular myth, raccoons do not always wash their food before eating, although they frequently play with their food in water.
Raccoons -- Facts & Fancies
raccoons can live up to 16 years in the wild but most die before reaching five years. raccoons are very clean and use a common latrine in the wild.
http://www.wildliferescueleague.org/report/raccoons.htm

Extractions: Raccoons Facts and Fancies Wildlife Rescue League's Rescue Report The raccoons (Procyon lotor) belongs to the carnivores grouping, a group that is composed of mammals which are primarily meat eaters, although many of them also eat berries, fruit, vegetables, eggs, acorns, beech and hickory nuts, grains, grasses, and bark, if nothing else is available. All carnivores have five toes and large canine teeth. The raccoon is omnivorous and the ratio of plant to animal food varies by season and what is available. Raccoons are in the Procyonidae (procyon, meaning to wash) family which also includes the ringtail cat and coati, and probably the red panda. There are seven species of raccoons in North America and 25 subspecies. Their weight varies from 12 to 35 pounds. Females are usually smaller than males. Their color is grayish-brown, and the tail has 5 to 7 complete dark rings, alternating with broader brown or gray rings. The tip of the tail is always dark. Albinistic (white) and Melanistic (black) individuals are not uncommon. Raccoons have a highly developed sense of touch considered to be superior to other non-primate mammals. They can easily unlock doors and get into trash cans and other mischief. They have a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity consistent with their nocturnal habits. Raccoons are excellent climbers and are one of the few mammals that can descend vertical tree trunks head first. They are also strong swimmers and can easily cross rivers and lakes, but only venture into deep water as an escape route from trouble.
Raccoons Destroying Kyoto Temples
The raccoons may go wild and bring dozens of other wild raccoons into the house, destroying everything. The only way Kyoto is going to overcome the raccoon
http://forum.japantoday.com/fb.asp?m=531244
Georgia Wildlife Web Site; Mammals: Procyon Lotor
a cause of Raccoon mortality, for raccoons are frequently seen as road kills. raccoons may live 5 6 years in the wild and 10 - 12 years in captivity.
http://museum.nhm.uga.edu/gawildlife/mammals/Carnivora/Procyonidae/plotor.html

Extractions: Raccoon, Procyon lotor Scientific name: The genus name Procyon is derived from the Greek words pro (before) and kyon (dog). Together they mean "before the dog," a reference to the close relationship of the Raccoon to the primitive carnivore stock which evolved into dogs (and bears). The species name lotor (washer) is from Latin, and relates to the Raccoon's habit of appearing to wash its food before eating it. Phylum: Chordata Other things to look for: The Raccoon is a short-legged, stocky, medium-sized carnivore . The characteristic ringed tail and the "bandit-like" black facial mask make the Raccoon one of the most easily identified mammals in North America. Breeding takes place from December to June, peaking in February and March. A litter of 1-7 young are born two months later. Young Raccoons, called kits, are weaned at 10 - 12 weeks of age. At this time they begin to travel with the female on her nightly foraging forays. A Raccoon reaches sexual maturity in the spring following its birth.
Entrez PubMed
Trypanosoma cruzi in wild raccoons, opossums, and triatomine bugs in southeast Georgia, USA Pung OJ, Banks CW, Jones DN, Krissinger MW.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=9
Avoiding Wild-Animal Problems | Agriculture Department | Placer County, CA
Pet food attracts wild animals like raccoons and bears. It s important they don t learn to see your home as a source for food. Secure your garbage can.
http://www.placer.ca.gov/agriculture/wild-animal-problems.htm

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MC Department Of Police Animal Services
While most of these animals are wild animals such as raccoons or foxes, there have been several Avoid all wild and stray animals, especially raccoons!
http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/Content/POL/ask/animal/rabies.asp

Extractions: Rabies and pet licensing Every year in Montgomery County, an average of 50 animals are confirmed to be rabid by laboratory analysis. While most of these animals are wild animals such as raccoons or foxes, there have been several rabid cats in Montgomery County over the last 5 years. The fact that rabies has been found in cats in Montgomery County is of great concern because it shows the disease migrating from the wild animal population into domestic animals. Once the domestic animal population is affected by rabies, it becomes far more likely that a human will be exposed. The best way to protect our community and our children is to ensure that all dogs and cats have a current rabies shot and are licensed with the County. Keeping domestic animals vaccinated erects a barrier to keep rabies away from humans. For more information, contact the Division at 240-773-5925. Recorded information and answers to frequently asked questions are available 24 hours a day at 240-773-5054.
WCVC - Living With Racoons
raccoons are valuable scavengers that clean up ornamental fruits and berries, A flimsy chicken wire cage is easily pulled apart by many wild scavengers.
http://www.wildlifecareofventura.org/Animal Help Information Pages/Living With R

Extractions: As human development encroaches on more and more habitat, the highly adaptable raccoon has been forced to find a home in our neighborhoods. Raccoons are valuable scavengers that clean up ornamental fruits and berries, and root out insect colonies. They also prey on mice and help maintain ecological balance in our urban lakes and ponds. They are as intelligent as dogs and cats, but have far greater manual dexterity. Here are some humane, environmentally responsible tips for dealing with "raccoon encounters of the unwanted kind." Sometimes an animal may enter your living space through a pet door or other opening and be unable to find the way out. Raccoons can cause considerable damage if made to panic, so keep calm and do not approach or corner the animal. Confine pets and children and close off other parts of the house. Open windows and doors, leave the area, and wait quietly for the animal to leave. If the animal is agitated, shutting off the lights may help calm him and can make the escape route more obvious. You also can try putting a treat such as peanut butter by the exit. Never make direct contact with the animal - call a licensed rehabilitator in your area if these measures do not work.
Puddy Tat: Contract Killer
getting wild in the city . Cats kill birds Deer destroy plants raccoons deal death. Does this look familiar? Cats are sophisticated hunting machines,
http://whyfiles.org/086urban_critter/

Extractions: 6 MAY 1999. Washington's cherry trees seem safe, at least for the moment, from those clear-cutting beavers. Because urban wildlife can cause lots of problems, this Why Files delivers the scoop on carnivorous cats, damaging deer and the festering feces of raccoons. You don't need an IQ of 200 to recognize that lions are like house cats on steroids. Lately, biologists have noticed another similarity between the ferocious felines and their domesticated cousins: Just as the lion is the top dog, so to speak, of the African savanna, the house cat is the master predator of the American farmscape, and presumably of the cities and suburbs as well. What lions accomplish through size and cooperative tactics, cats accomplish by numbers. More than 100 million cats are afoot in the United States, and many are outside at least part of the day. Most domesticated cats gobble endless bags of cat chow. But they also like dining outdoors where their meals comprise 70 percent small mammals, 20 percent birds, and 10 percent assorted live bait. That 20 percent adds up to a lot of birds, according to research on free-ranging rural cats by Stanley Temple, a professor of wildlife ecology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Using telephone surveys and more traditional tools of the wildlife biology trade like radio collars
Common Raccoon (Procyon Lotor)
wild raccoons accustomed to being fed by wellintentioned people will generally loose their natural fear of humans and seek to move closer to their food
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/wild/species/raccoon/

Extractions: Maincontent Local Navigation Supplemental Information print friendly ... Species Raccoons are curious, unique, and intelligent creatures. These characteristics help them survive in the wild, but can also make for annoying neighbors. Wild raccoons accustomed to being fed by well-intentioned people will generally loose their natural fear of humans and seek to move closer to their food sourceyour house. Once raccoons take up residence in an attic or outbuildings they can become very destructive and difficult to remove. Malnutrition, diseases like rabies, and predation by humans, Coyotes and Bobcats take their toll, but raccoon populations are not in decline in most areas of Texas. Raccoons have excellent night vision and an acute sense of hearing. They are very agile climbers and strong swimmers. They use their nimble fingers to feel stream bottoms for food, to climb trees and to open containers and garbage cans. They can find their way into a house to get food. Their diet includes fruits and nuts, insects and aquatic invertebrates, fish, small rodents, frogs, bird eggs, carrion and human garbage.
Regulations For Nuisance Animal Control Officers And Rehabilitators
(3) raccoons of special concern all wild raccoons. Live raccoons may be possessed and released only as follows. raccoons shall be released only in the
http://www.michigan.gov/emergingdiseases/0,1607,7-186-25807_26085-73876--,00.htm

Extractions: Pet Issues ... [Text Version] Regulations for Nuisance Animal Control Officers and Rehabilitators The attached text applies to nuisance wildlife control people and wildlife rehabilitators. Note: Passages regarding raccoons are italicized. No other person/s may legally take or possess a live wild raccoon, or transport a live wild raccoon in Michigan. The importation of a live raccoon (captive or wild) has been unlawful for several decades (Information provided by MDNR Law Enforcement Division). All Damage and Nuisance Control Permits 5.51 Damage and nuisance animal control permit, issuance. (7) Effective February 1, 2000, live raccoons captured under a damage and nuisance animal control permit shall be possessed and released only as follows: Raccoons, if released, shall be released only in the same county where captured and if held in captivity shall be isolated in a manner to prevent physical contact with animals not originating from the same county. Each cage shall be tagged by the permittee with the county of origin and date of capture.
Living With Raccoons â Audubon Society Of Portland
raccoons do not make good pets. Like all wild animals raccoons can carry diseases and parasites. When they reach sexual maturity they can become territorial
http://www.audubonportland.org/livingwithwildlife/preventing_problems/raccoons

Extractions: A general lack of predators combined with easy to access food sources such as garbage cans, compost bins, gardens and outdoor pet food bowls have allowed raccoons to proliferate even in the most developed of areas. Raccoons often occur in urban habitats at much higher densities than they do under more natural circumstances. (Photo Â©Bob Sallinger.)
Wild Animals
Alligators, raccoons, and wild cats to name a few. Do not feed them or approach them. If you see one acting strangely, notify the Department of Security and
http://www.fit.edu/security/wildAnimals.html

Extractions: Many Wild animals are cute and cuddly. They approach you and you feed them. They keep coming back and you keep feeding them. As they grow older they lose the ability to feed naturally because you have been feeding them for a long time. When you either go away for semester breaks, or leave the university entirely, they are unable to fend for themselves and many become weak and diseased. Often they will raid garbage cans or enter buildings in search of food. At this point they become aggressive and dangerous. This is Florida and there are many animals that are cute as babies but become dangerous as adults. Alligators, raccoons, and wild cats to name a few. Do not feed them or approach them. If you see one acting strangely, notify the Department of Security and Safety and we will take the appropriate measures to ensure your safety. Remember, wild animals are not household pets. Kevin W. Graham
RACCOONS
A raccoon is one of the most fascinating and intelligent of wild animals. Other raccoons will defer to a female with babies in feeding situations.
http://www.pleasebekind.com/raccoon.html

Extractions: PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE RACCOONS A raccoon is one of the most fascinating and intelligent of wild animals. There are seven different species of raccoons. They are related to ringtails, coatimundis, kinkajous, and lesser pandas. The name raccoon comes from the Indian word "arakum" meaning "he scratches with his hands." The raccoon is easily recognized by its black facemask and ringed tail. The mask helps reduce glare while aiding in camouflage and may enhance night vision. The tail is used as fat storage, for balance when climbing and as a brace when sitting up. Raccoon fur is long and dense. Adults may get as big as 40 inches in length (including the tail) and weigh up to 40 pounds. Their average lifespan in the wild is anywhere from 5 to 8 years. The greatest mortality occurs during the first two years of life the principal cause of which is man. Adult males tend to be solitary; matriarchal family groups are quite social and will feed and den together into the fall. Other raccoons will defer to a female with babies in feeding situations. The home range of an adult male is about one mile in diameter, although is expands in size during the breeding season. Adult females and their young inhabit smaller areas. A raccoon uses several dens within its home range. Babies will stay with the mother close to a year. Females give birth to an average litter of 3-4 babies each Spring. Raccoons do not hibernate, but they do go through a period of decreased activity during the winter which is also their mating season.
The Desert Wild | Snoodleberries
And those three newborn raccoons were adorable definitly snoodleberries! In the wild they dine on things like crawfish, insects, birds,
http://www.arizona-leisure.com/the-desert-wild-snoodleberries.html

Extractions: Snoodleberries Snoodleberries. That's what I called them. I realize this nickname was not really appropriate for a grown woman to use in the serious world of wildlife biology, but it was often the first word that came to mind when I saw adorable baby animals. And those three newborn raccoons were adorable - definitly snoodleberries! The day I met them was a critical one. I was volunteering in the wildlife rehabilitation clinic when I found a note indicating the little snooleberries needed to be bottle-fed. I warmed their milk, drew some up in a syringe (it makes a perfect little bottle) and placed the nipple securely on the tip. When I opened the incubator, I heard their squeals as they wiggled about helplessly. Reaching over a large soft teddy bear who watched through wistful glass eyes, I scooped one tiny raccoon bundle into my hand. He fit nicely, the size of an overstuffed bratwurst, with eyes closed and four miniature legs flailing. A black mask was already developing across his face, which as an adult would reduce glare and help his night vision. Raccoons are extremely adaptable animals, ranging throughout most habitats from Canada to Panama. The reason they do so well in varying environments is because they have only two significant requirements: food and water. Aside from drinking, water serves a rather unique purpose for raccoons. Since they don't produce a lot of saliva they must moisten their food before they eat it. This habit of "washing" their fare developed into a myth of cleanliness but is in fact a simple behavioral adaptation to help them swallow. As for food, almost anything will do. Raccoons are omnivores; they eat both meat and plant material. In the wild they dine on things like crawfish, insects, birds, berries and acorns, but in cities, raccoons also seem to hold dumpster-diving as a competitive sport, foraging through garbage cans for the likes of crusty old donuts and soggy pizza.
Dog Owner's Guide: The Call Of The Wild
Chasing wild animals can be dangerous for the family pet. So, if a dog owner also enjoys the presence of raccoons, a few simple precautions are in order
http://www.canismajor.com/dog/wildlife.html

Extractions: [Dog Owner's Guide: The call of the wild (www.canismajor.com/dog/wildlife.html)] Home Topics Index Newest ... About Raccoons raiding garbage cans and moving into chimneys, birds dining on feeders and fruit, squirrels plotting to steal birdseed, opossums and skunks grazing through gardens, rabbits chomping on veggies and flowers, deer foraging on backyard shrubs city and suburban neighborhoods are rife with wildlife that enhance the quality of life but tempt Ranger to harken back to his wild wolf days. In spite of predictions of environmental doom and gloom when new subdivisions are built, many species of wildlife seems to recover rather rapidly and adjust well to human presence. Most critters even learn to tolerate a dog or two or at least to plan their escape routes should Sassy or Sunny zip out the door in hot pursuit. But many dogs manage to get up close and personal with wildlife, much to their peril and the chagrin of their owners. Hunting comes naturally to our domesticated wolves, and the kill is frequently part of the process. Dogs bred for the hunt, dogs with high prey or defense drive, and dominant dogs of any breed will stalk or chase anything that moves or squeals. No animal is safe, not the neighbor's cat or the baby robin or the nest of bunnies in the garden. Once a dog targets its prey, chemical reactions in the brain take over and the chase is on.
Abell Pest Control Inc. :: Since 1924... Because We Care
Also, raccoons will always revert to their wild tendencies and juvenile and adult raccoons can live up to 12 years, but this is rare in the wild.
http://www.abellgroup.com/pestfiles.asp?R=8&M=68
When Raccoons Fall Through Your Ceiling
Have you ever had raccoons fall through your ceiling? Her articles have appeared in the wild Outdoor World, the San Antonio ExpressNews, Bird Watcher s
http://www.tamu.edu/upress/BOOKS/2002/lopez.htm

Extractions: Have you ever had raccoons fall through your ceiling? Discovered a nest of sparrows in your hanging flower basket? Or how about woke up one morning to discover deer have nibbled on your flower garden, reducing your blossoms to stems? If so, you're not alone. The paths of humans and wildlife cross all the time, and it is the aim of this handbook to make sure those paths cross as peacefully as possible. Andrea Dawn Lopez, a former manager at Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, Inc., in San Antonio, Texas, has distilled her knowledge of dealing with wildlife in When Raccoons Fall through Your Ceiling . She tackles a wide variety of situations that occur when human and non-human worlds clash. Have you found a baby bird on your porch? Is a snake taking up residence in your garage? Or perhaps woodpeckers are drumming against your house? Lopez offers advice on how to deal humanely with each situation with tips on relocation, repelling, and when to call in the experts (for when the bears are rattling your trash cans).

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