Deterring Raccoons from your Property:
Identify If There Are Babies
Babies will need their mother in order to survive the initial weeks of life, do not separate the family!
Never Leave Pet Food Outdoors
Feed your pets indoors if possible. Take your bowls and food bags inside.
Use Live Traps
Humanely catch and remove mother raccoons and her babies with the aid of professional wildlife handlers.
Trim Landscaping Around Your Home
Trim away any potential "bridges" onto your home's roof.
Characteristics of Raccoon:
- Gray coloration with black circles around the eyes and ringlets around the tail
What to do if you see a Raccoon:
It is not advised to shoot a raccoon if you see it on your property, instead try these methods:
Be Big and Loud
Known as hazing, making loud noises and making yourself appear threatening is the most common advice for deterring wildlife.
- Noisemakers/shouting
- Waving arms
Get Help With a Wildlife Conflict
Contact our Southeastern Region staff with your wildlife interaction questions.
