{"id":183342,"date":"2022-07-16T08:15:47","date_gmt":"2022-07-16T08:15:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/"},"modified":"2022-07-16T08:15:47","modified_gmt":"2022-07-16T08:15:47","slug":"can-raccoons-be-cuddly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/","title":{"rendered":"Can raccoons be cuddly?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Can_raccoons_be_cuddly\" title=\"Can raccoons be cuddly?\">Can raccoons be cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Are_raccoons_cute\" title=\"Are raccoons cute?\">Are raccoons cute?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Whats_a_cute_raccoon_name\" title=\"What&#8217;s a cute raccoon name?\">What&#8217;s a cute raccoon name?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Can_raccoons_be_loving\" title=\"Can raccoons be loving?\">Can raccoons be loving?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Can_you_be_friends_with_a_raccoon\" title=\"Can you be friends with a raccoon?\">Can you be friends with a raccoon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Can_you_tame_a_wild_raccoon\" title=\"Can you tame a wild raccoon?\">Can you tame a wild raccoon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Can_raccoons_be_nice\" title=\"Can raccoons be nice?\">Can raccoons be nice?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Are_raccoons_nasty\" title=\"Are raccoons nasty?\">Are raccoons nasty?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Can_you_trust_a_raccoon\" title=\"Can you trust a raccoon?\">Can you trust a raccoon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Whats_a_good_name_for_a_raccoon\" title=\"Whats a good name for a raccoon?\">Whats a good name for a raccoon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#What_is_the_name_for_a_baby_raccoon\" title=\"What is the name for a baby raccoon?\">What is the name for a baby raccoon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#What_name_means_raccoon\" title=\"What name means raccoon?\">What name means raccoon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Whats_a_female_raccoon_called\" title=\"What&#8217;s a female raccoon called?\">What&#8217;s a female raccoon called?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#How_do_you_get_a_raccoon_to_come_to_you\" title=\"How do you get a raccoon to come to you?\">How do you get a raccoon to come to you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#What_to_do_if_a_raccoon_follows_you\" title=\"What to do if a raccoon follows you?\">What to do if a raccoon follows you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Can_we_domesticate_raccoons\" title=\"Can we domesticate raccoons?\">Can we domesticate raccoons?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-raccoons-be-cuddly\/#Can_you_befriend_a_raccoon\" title=\"Can you befriend a raccoon?\">Can you befriend a raccoon?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_raccoons_be_cuddly\"><\/span>Can raccoons be cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Raccoons will bond with their humans, especially when raised in captivity from a young age. And <b>many do become quite cuddly or playful at times. However, they also are generally quick to biteeven their favorite peoplewhen something annoys or scares them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_raccoons_cute\"><\/span>Are raccoons cute?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Raccoons are wild animals famous for the mask-like markings on their faces. <b>People like raccoons because they&#8217;re cute and they have a unique way of using their paws. Pet raccoons aren&#8217;t common, but some people have kept domesticated raccoons as pets over the years.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_a_cute_raccoon_name\"><\/span>What&#8217;s a cute raccoon name?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>4. Cuddles (Scottish origin), a perfect name for a cute little one. 5. <b>Dash (English origin), one of the cute raccoon names, perfect for a little rascal.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_raccoons_be_loving\"><\/span>Can raccoons be loving?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Raccoons can be remarkably affectionate. They can become very attached to their owners and spend long periods snuggling.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_be_friends_with_a_raccoon\"><\/span>Can you be friends with a raccoon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A raccoon who has been tamed by one person will quickly start approaching, following, or even aggressively harassing strangers, who understandably mistake this behavior for symptoms of illness. <b>Befriending a wild animal also isn&#8217;t good for you or your family<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_tame_a_wild_raccoon\"><\/span>Can you tame a wild raccoon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Raccoons can&#8217;t be domesticated NOW, but studies have shown that raccoon violence has gone down in the past hundred years. This could be due to a number of factors, or it could be that less-aggressive raccoons are more likely to survive than aggressive raccoons.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_raccoons_be_nice\"><\/span>Can raccoons be nice?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Raccoons will bond with their humans, especially when raised in captivity from a young age. And <b>many do become quite cuddly or playful at times. However, they also are generally quick to biteeven their favorite peoplewhen something annoys or scares them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_raccoons_nasty\"><\/span>Are raccoons nasty?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Raccoons can be loving and sweet pets, but they require a great deal of work and maintenance as they are still wild animals. They are not the kind of domestic pets you can leave alone for very long; When they get bored, your house can be destroyed in your absence!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_trust_a_raccoon\"><\/span>Can you trust a raccoon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When a raccoon feels threatened, they are more likely to bite an individual; <b>these critters can carry nasty diseases and pests such as rabies, fleas, distemper and parasites like roundworm. It is best to avoid raccoons at all costs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_a_good_name_for_a_raccoon\"><\/span>Whats a good name for a raccoon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Good Pet Raccoon Names<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bear.<\/li>\n<li>Boo.<\/li>\n<li>Bushy.<\/li>\n<li>Buster.<\/li>\n<li>Cooper.<\/li>\n<li>Digger.<\/li>\n<li>Foxy.<\/li>\n<li>Furby.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_name_for_a_baby_raccoon\"><\/span>What is the name for a baby raccoon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>kits<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_name_means_raccoon\"><\/span>What name means raccoon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Native American Meaning: In Native American the meaning of the name <b>Mika is: Intelligent raccoon.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_a_female_raccoon_called\"><\/span>What&#8217;s a female raccoon called?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>sow<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_a_raccoon_to_come_to_you\"><\/span>How do you get a raccoon to come to you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can you domesticate a raccoon? <b>Raccoons can become relatively tame around people, but they&#8217;ll never become fully domesticated. They might bite even their favorite people and are often destructive in the home.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_if_a_raccoon_follows_you\"><\/span>What to do if a raccoon follows you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Raccoon Bait to Trap and Relocate Raccoons<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Marshmallows. Marshmallows make a great bait for raccoons.  <\/li>\n<li>Wet Cat Food. The stinkier, the better.  <\/li>\n<li>Bacon. Speaking of oily meats, bacon attracts raccoons really well.<\/li>\n<li>Fresh Fruit.  <\/li>\n<li>Canned Tuna or Salmon.  <\/li>\n<li>A Whole Egg.  <\/li>\n<li>Sweet Corn on the Cob.  <\/li>\n<li>Sugar or Honey-Coated Veggies.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_we_domesticate_raccoons\"><\/span>Can we domesticate raccoons?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you find a raccoon that has been domesticated or rehabilitated, they can be a loving and playful pet. <b>It&#8217;s only legal in 16 states to own pet raccoons. You&#8217;ll need to find out if your state allows them before bringing one into your home. Domesticated raccoons can be housetrained and become affectionate.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_befriend_a_raccoon\"><\/span>Can you befriend a raccoon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A raccoon who has been tamed by one person will quickly start approaching, following, or even aggressively harassing strangers, who understandably mistake this behavior for symptoms of illness. <b>Befriending a wild animal also isn&#8217;t good for you or your family<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can raccoons be cuddly?Are raccoons cute?What&#8217;s a cute raccoon name?Can raccoons be loving?Can you be friends with a raccoon?Can you tame a wild raccoon?Can raccoons be nice?Are raccoons nasty?Can you trust a raccoon?Whats a good name for a raccoon?What is the name for a baby raccoon?What name means raccoon?What&#8217;s a female raccoon&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-183342","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183342"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=183342"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183342\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=183342"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=183342"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=183342"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}