Raccoons aren't supposed to be house pets, right? Right?! TikTok user @itsmamariles has us questioning that now, as she ...

In a new study, scientists discovered that raccoons who live in the city have shorter snouts, suggesting that they're moving ...

A new study finds the notoriously adorable trash bandits in urban areas are showing early signs of domestication.

My friend’s father loves to tell stories about how his family had pet raccoons when he was growing up. It wasn’t until he produced photographic evidence that I actually believed him. Images of my ...

Raccoons are fascinating creatures that are not meant to be pets. Their playful antics and curious nature can be captivating, but beneath their charming exterior lies a host of challenges and risks ...

Texas wildlife officials confirmed it's illegal, despite a new study showing urban raccoons are evolving to become more ...

Raccoons are an established part of suburban wildlife. They can live in a sewer drain, have no natural predators and get nightly handouts via outdoor pet food bowls and bird feeders. I get many ...

Yes. Florida is one of 13 states where raccoon ownership as a pet is legal, according to datapandas.org, an organization that ...

In Delaware, it’s generally illegal to own, buy, sell or bring in native wildlife (such as raccoons) unless you have a permit ...

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A new study finds urban raccoons have snouts 3.56% shorter than rural ones, supporting early domestication traits.