Raccoons are medium-sized mammals that are native to North America and Mexico. These critters have also been introduced to ...

Morning drop-off at Roosevelt Middle School took an unexpected and heartwarming turn when a tiny visitor found itself in a ...

A newly published study from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock suggests that North American raccoons may be showing early signs of domestication. Researchers compared urban raccoons with their ...

It is illegal to own a raccoon as a pet in the state of Kentucky without a specific permit. Raccoons are considered dangerous to humans as they can carry diseases like rabies and roundworm. A captive ...

Ohioans love theirs dogs and cats, but what about Buckeyes who want a pet with a ringed tail, black circles around its eyes and paws that look like hands? While Ohio cracked down on exotic animal ...

Maybe you were up at 2 a.m. and saw YouTube randomly recommend the video of the guy casually feeding an army of cute raccoons, a video that racked up over 43 million views. Or maybe you're a fan of ...

We know you loved all the puppy snuggles last time, so get ready for another Rock the Barkyard event! Join the Hotel Pattee from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 4 at Soumas Courtyard, 1118 Willis Ave., ...

There is no legal way to obtain a raccoon in Michigan, according to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The DNR does not recommend or encourage having raccoons or wild animals of any type as ...

The fuzzy yet agile racoons that live in a park near your house or dig through your neighborhood's garbage might seem like a good pet. But are they legal to domesticate in Michigan? The short answer: ...

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - Residents in one Grand Junction neighborhood are becoming increasingly concerned, citing multiple reports of aggressive raccoons targeting pets. Bret Seligman is the ...

Pet Raccoon Gets the Zoomies When Mom Tells Her It’s Bath Time originally appeared on PetHelpful. We've seen lots of animals get the zoomies, and it's always a joy to see. But there's one animal that ...