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Why do raccoons knock down trash cans?
They knock them over to be able to access any food that might be inside.
What do raccoons hate that people do?
close the trash cans
Why do raccoons eat from trash cans?
Trash cans provide and easily accessible source of free food and requires little effort on the part of the raccoon.
What are some raccoons physical characteristics?
They always get hit by cars in the night and they like trash cans.
Why have raccoons been given a bad reputation?
I believe because they sometimes have rabies and they dig through trash cans.
What surprising sight did you encounter when you entered the kitchen?
When I entered the kitchen, I was surprised to see a family of raccoons rummaging through the trash cans.
Are raccoons dexterous?
Yes, raccoons are quite dexterous and use their paws and brains to solve problems. They quickly learn how to open trash cans, bottles, door latches and even door knobs.
Do racoons eat garbage?
Raccoons are opportunistic feeders and will eat anything they can get their paws on, including garbage. It is best, if you live in an area with a lot of raccoons that you secure your trash can so they cannot get to the trash or you will end up with some permanent pests.
Who is responsible for putting more trash cans?
The government is responsible for putting more trash cans because they have the money to put more trash cans. They can use the money to buy the trash cans and put the trash cans in the community to prevent littering.
Where can you get aluminum cans?
You can get them in trash yards where they put all the cans, plastic, and trash in.
Are raccoons threatened or endangered?
No, raccoons are neither threatened nor endangered. They are quite adaptable and live even in major cities where they thrive on raiding trash cans and catching rodents. In some areas they are so common as to become pests.
How can I prevent dogs from getting into trash cans?
To prevent dogs from getting into trash cans, you can use secure lids, place the trash cans in a location that is not easily accessible to the dogs, and train the dogs to stay away from the trash cans.
