Comments on: Cat vs. Raccoon

By: Eebet

Eebet — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 16:25:36 +0000

Having dealt with cats & coons for years, I have found that one backs down in a confrontation. There may be posturing & bravado, but I have never seen a cat and coon actually fight. The coon would win, and a cat probably knows this. Coons are nocturnal, but seen in birthing season in daylight hours. Only enemies a coon has are man and canine, and canines are only a real problem in a pack. Coons are fastidious not filthy, but carry a roundworm that can be transmitted to humans & some other animals by their feces. This coon is typical–not intimidated by cat whacks. I’ve seen them be stung by wasps, but still eat them.

By: Dendroica

Dendroica — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:33:35 +0000

Clearly a very domesticated ‘coon. The cat wasn’t really being very aggressive; its clear this is a common event. He’s pissed, but not willing to make a big fuss over it. Tuxedos are deceptively strong, and often mild-mannered. Raccoons are very adaptable, and this one is clearly acclimatised to humans (the videographer) and cats.

By: JDT

JDT — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:26:47 +0000

Great video… I love the way at one point where the cat looks at whoever is shooting the video, as if saying “Hey, are you going to do something about this? Seriously, I’m trying to eat here…”

By: Larfin Jackarse

Larfin Jackarse — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 09:43:00 +0000

LOL @ 15. Yeah I thought that that cat didn’t look very happily at its owner.

So raccoons can eat/beat a cat. How is the feral cat population in the area where raccoons live? Feral cats can get very big in Oz, big enough to take down a small kangaroo (wallaby) see http://www.scottishbigcats.co.uk/worldnews45.htm

I’d a thought a cat that size would eat a raccoon for entrée.

ps: When I was in Florida we left our car for 30 seconds (all doors open) in a state park, enough time for a smash and grab of our pack of 5minute noodles by one of these things. It was so cute, didn’t realise they were so dirty.

By: Alex

Alex — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 23:51:34 +0000

Is that composite deck? Very well done.

What’s this about some raccoon and cat? I don’t think I saw any over the beautiful backyard …

By: thejungleman

thejungleman — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 23:08:29 +0000

this

Forgot that word last time.

By: thejungleman

thejungleman — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 23:07:39 +0000

Poor declawed kittie. That raccoon wouldn’t have come back again had he been clawed in the face the first time. At one point the cat looks at it’s human like “you going to step in and give me a hand with thing that’s stealing my food?”

By: Lea

Lea — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 22:25:45 +0000

I agree. Adorable interaction but really dangerous. And if that raccoon is comfortable with the cats’ and humans’ presence…well…they better be prepared to buy catfood for two animals because once a coon thinks there is a meal to be had, it will keep coming back. A coon kept getting into my neighbor’s house through the cat-door and just hung out…not safe with small children. He’s always ok with me but a 4 year old doesn’t know not to pet the *adorable* raccoon ‘cuz he might bite your face off (but only because he’s scared).

By: Jonn

Jonn — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 22:17:00 +0000

Very lucky cat. Raccoons can easily slash through skin with their claws. They’re also pretty smart, and with near-opposable thumbs, they can be quite wily.

By: Ali S.

Ali S. — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 21:46:01 +0000

I have to throw in my voice as well concerning the gorgeous deck and backyard! Must be awesome to have a BBQ out there during Spring and Summer. And hot cocoa during winter.

By: Craig

Craig — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 21:16:48 +0000

So a few things:

a) hope your cat (or dog) doesn’t corner a racoon – they’re a lot tougher than they look

b) Racoons are filthy and your pet can catch some bad shit from them

c) Speaking of which, they can also spread some pretty terrible disease to kids and things via … um … droppings – which can cause blindness among other things

Beyond their cuteness, I really admire racoon’s ability to adapt, and their clever, inquisitive nature. But they’re wild animals. Your cat could get seriously F*ed up.

By: G

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 20:36:32 +0000

That is the most awesome backyard…

By: John Shepherd

John Shepherd — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 20:26:52 +0000

That cat is lucky to be alive. These raccoons can be badasses! A few squirrels and cats have been killed and eaten from my neighborhood by these two raccoons that make their home here.

By: Nate Deviate

Nate Deviate — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 19:44:52 +0000

The old bate and switch… You swat my face, Ill steal your food. I love animals.

By: JM

JM — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 17:26:16 +0000

actually racoons aren’t nocturnal.they’re more like otters and ferrets and other members of the same family. they are most active at sun-rise and set. but that cat is lucky to be alive. ‘coons are bad-a$$ animals! i’d run if i were that cat.

By: lynne

lynne — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:50:21 +0000

I know the alluring aroma of Fancy Feast probably did it, but isn’t it a sign of rabies when raccoons are seen during the day? Aren’t they night time critters?

By: biltmore

biltmore — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:32:27 +0000

Wow, nice yard and deck! Looks like they’re in the middle of the woods.

Damn raccoons, they’re always a bunch of thieving bastards!

By: spugbrap

spugbrap — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:49:35 +0000

Yeah, I kept wondering if the dog was also going to get in on this little food skirmish. Interesting video!

By: Justin

Justin — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:38:20 +0000

Nice! In the end it looked like it was the dog’s barking that chased the raccoon away.

By: Miss Cellania

Miss Cellania — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:31:20 +0000

That’s exactly what I thought!

By: Emily

Emily — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:16:25 +0000

This is so cute!!! I have to say though, I was distracted by how beautiful that deck and yard are!!!