10/17/2026
🦝 DID YOU KNOW? RACCOONS CAN SHOW SIGNS OF INFECTION IN THEIR FEET?
Those little hands and feet do a LOT of work! Raccoons rely on their paws for climbing, digging, walking, and exploring their environment. But sometimes, their feet can tell us that something isn’t right. 🐾
Swelling, redness, open sores, discharge, limping, or favoring a paw can all be signs of an injury or infection. These issues can develop from puncture wounds, bites, foreign objects, or other underlying conditions.
And here’s why it matters: a small-looking wound can become a much bigger problem if it goes untreated. For a wild animal that depends on its feet to find food, escape danger, and survive, even one painful paw can make a huge difference.
If you see a raccoon with an injured or swollen foot, please don’t attempt to catch or treat it yourself. Keep your distance and contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator for guidance.
Wildlife can’t tell us when something hurts. Sometimes, we have to pay attention to the signs they’re showing us. ❤️
🦝 Wildlife needs our compassion, not our judgment.
This is a before and after of a raccoon in our care ❤️