The coat is shed twice a year, with the timing corresponding to seasonal changes, winter and summer. The winter moult occurs between September and November, and the new, heavier and denser coat is maintained until late March, when a lighter summer coat develops. Food Habits Raccoon dogs are omnivorous. Diet composition varies with the season as specific food items may be more abundant at different times of the year. Common food items include various plants, fruits, insects, invertebrates, fish, amphibians, birds, and small mammals.
Carrion is also an important food sources for the species.
Favorite forage areas are woodlands with heavy understory growth. Reproduction Mating season varies with location, but generally falls between February and April . Females are in estrus for approximately six days. Gestation lasts two months, with litter sizes ranging from four to nine, varying with location. Suckling period for young is 50 days, after which only solid food is taken.