Torrey Posted July 22, 2021 Share Posted July 22, 2021 @ChefConfit I concur with "running at you" being abnormal behavior. It is typically only seen in rabid animals, or in mother racoons with kits nearby. Both scenarios are a huge risk for the kids. Call your local wildlife extension of either the forestry department or animal control (every state handles it differently, I don't know protocol for NJ). Let them know what you are dealing with. Rabies typically interferes with swallowing, so if the raccoon is returning to the same place, night after night, and actually eating, I am more inclined to think female with kits. If she thinks one of the kits is at risk, she can do serious damage. If you notice any day time activity, assume rabies. I'm glad you have some livestock left, and I hope you are able to get some professionals out to help you tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChefConfit Posted July 22, 2021 Author Share Posted July 22, 2021 So I did call animal control to let them know about it. With the layout of my deck and where both the racoon and I were positioned it's definitely possible it thought it was cornered and didn't have another way of escape. But with my 2 kids and all the other kids in the neighborhood I'm not taking chances. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lefty o Posted July 22, 2021 Share Posted July 22, 2021 good idea. coons are mean way above their weight class when they want to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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