Almost everyone knows that no matter how much you may want to, you should never feed wild animals. Yet, with all the stories that reach us, it’s clear that just because people know they shouldn ...

Learn why raccoons are seen during the day on Long Island and the difference between rabies and canine distemper in wildlife.

With their mischievous little hands and masked faces, raccoons are quite fascinating mammals to some. Perhaps you’ve wondered ...

Raccoons are adaptable and intelligent animals that can occasionally pose risks to outdoor cats through direct encounters or disease transmission. With proper precautions, such risks can be ...

NPS officials are warning the public to watch their pets after an outbreak of canine distemper virus in raccoons at Fire ...

"Though aggressive behavior is not a symptom of distemper, any raccoon may become aggressive if it feels threatened." The Floyd estate is closed for the winter and is scheduled to open May 1.