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An infant eyes-closed raccoon kit lies on its belly on top of a teal mat. Its striped tail sticks straight up behind him.

April 16, 2025

Patient of the Month: First Raccoon Kit of the Year!

As temperatures rise and animals begin raising their young, we’re seeing a familiar wave of “firsts” roll in: the first squirrels, the first baby cottontails, and, of course, the first raccoon kit. 🦝

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