The animal either becomes unnaturally withdrawn or unnaturally approachable. In the furious form, the animal is excited, aggressive, irritable, and may snap at anything in it's path. It loses all caution and fear of natural enemies. If the animal has the dumb form of the disease, it may appear unusually tame, affectionate, and friendly. Staggering, paralysis, and foaming at the mouth are sometimes noticed.
Many animals have a change in the sound of their voice.
Be sure to keep the animal confined until it can be examined by a veterinarian. Try not to expose yourself or other people. Do not feed, pet, or handle any stray or wild animal. Keep your own animals from coming in contact with it. For example, if the raccoon is in the garage, close all doors and windows.