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Raccoons are intelligent animals. They can problem solve and have good memories. However,raccoons are wild animals,so taking one from the wild won鈥檛 have good results and is likely illegal. If you find a raccoon that has been domesticated or rehabilitated,they can be a loving and playful pet.
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Are there any raccoon dogs as pets?
Raccoon dogs as pets. Is a raccoon dog a dog or a raccoon? Raccoon dogs aren’t raccoons, instead, they’re members of the canid (dog) family. They’re native to the forests of eastern Siberia, northern China, North Vietnam, Korea, and Japan and are now widespread in some European countries, having been accidentally released, or having escaped.
Is it illegal to let a raccoon dog escape?
Our team has also been called to capture and collect stray ‘pet’ raccoon dogs that have escaped, or been deliberately released to the wild. Doing so (releasing, or allowing a raccoon dog to escape) is a punishable offence under the Wildlife and Countryside Act.
How to take care of a raccoon as a pet?
Poultry, fish, eggs, insects, vegetables, and fruits are recommended for them. Most adult raccoons require two meals per day but consult with a veterinarian for advice on feeding them. Make sure a dish of water is available to them at all times. Raccoons are messy eaters too. Is it Legal to Own a Pet Raccoon?
Why do we take in raccoon dogs?
Our inspectors have taken in ‘pet’ raccoon dogs that were no longer wanted by their owners. This can be the result of the raccoon dog becoming unmanageable, or when owners realise that they cannot care for the animal properly.