Raccoon rabies is a concern in our area because of the large numbers of raccoons that live very close to our homes. Here are a few ideas to protect your family and pets from rabies. Have your pets vaccinated. The rabies vaccine that your veterinarian has given your pet in the past will also protect your pet from raccoon strain rabies. Warn your children to stay away from wild or stray animals.
Wild animals belong in the wild.
It is against the law to keep wildlife, including raccoons, as pets. Discourage wild animals from taking up residence in your home or on your property. Cover up potential entrances, such as uncapped chimneys, loose shingles and openings in attics, roofs and eaves. If you are not sure where raccoons are getting in, sprinkle flour around potential entrances and check for footprints later. You can also stuff a rag or ball of paper in a suspect hole and check later to see if it has been removed.