Adjust the raccoons slowly to their new pen. Let them play in it at first, then leave them for a few hours, then a whole day and then overnight. This cage should be set up as naturally as possible. A jungle gym of branches, trees, logs and shelves should be available to promote exercise and coordination. A nest box should be provided.
Outside time is an important aspect of hand-rearing raccoons.
They should be taken to wooded areas and allowed to explore on their own. Exposure to ponds, streams and other sources of water will give them invaluable experience in food gathering skills. Raccoons should never he raised singly. It is important for them to interact with each other, to compete, play and learn social skills. They should never be raised around dogs as this is a natural predator.