This Young raccoon here likes his Chef Boyardee a little too much! Thanks to an observant person and Charlotte County, Florida Animal Control officers, he was found wandering with a can on his head, rescued and brought to us for care. After being freed of the can, he got the all clear to go home today. It takes us all to help wildlife.
A kind Port Charlotte citizen found this distressed raccoon in her backyard this morning with his head stuck in a ravioli can. AC Officer Enriquez transported the juvenile raccoon to Peace River Wildlife Center for assistance. The animal needed to be sedated while the can was carefully clipped away until it could be pulled off. The critter appears to have only minor injuries and is expected to be ok. Thanks PRWC!
How you can help: Crush all cans and properly dispose of trash in the appropriate trash or recycle bin. Rinse all cans and jars before throwing them away to reduce the chance of tempting a wild animal with the food smells. Secure the lids of your trash and recycle bins if animals are getting into them.
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