Can raccoons harm dogs

Answer 1

Larger dogs would probably come out on top and kill a raccoon. However, in the process, the dog would probably suffer some serious bites. In the wild raccoons do not normally attack dogs and prefer to avoid them.

Answer 2

Raccoons can kill in more ways then one. They can give diseases to a dog such as rabies or create life threatening wounds.

Answer 3

If it has rabies, it is possible. If the dog is little, such as a chihuahua, it is quite possible. But, often a barking dog, especially a dog with a deep bark, will scare off a raccoon.

Answer 4

Yes, Especially if they have rabies.Raccoons can be very dangerous (even to humans) when frightened.

Answer 5

Unless it is a puppy or a tiny breed of dogs, a raccoon would be unable to take down a dog.

Answer 6

Raccoons have sharp teeth and claws and employ both when killing prey.

Answer 7

No, probably not. However, a large dog could kill a raccoon and would probably be seriously bitten and require a visit to a veterinarian for treatment and rabies shots.

Answer 8

yes... especally smaller ones

Answer 9

Depends on the dog

Answer 10

No..