![]() | It is true that a rabid animal may be active during the day, but that's just one of many symptoms of a rabid raccoon, including paralysis of limbs, drooling, whining, shaking, and other zany behaviors. Rabies in raccoons is simply not common at this time here in central Florida - yet I get calls all the time about suspicious, suspected rabid raccoons. If the animal is alert and looks healthy, these reports are most likely incorrect. However, rabies in raccoons is common in many areas of the country. Click the image to the left for information on Mammals and Rabies-What you Should Know. |