Many of us enjoy the serenity of waking up to a calm morning, accompanied by the soothing sound of birds chirping outside our windows. However, one New Yorker’s morning was anything but peaceful.
Upon waking, she was startled by unusual screams emanating from her yard. Alarmed, she ventured outside to discover a shocking sight.
A Startling Revelation
A clump of fur was ensnared in a fence, unable to escape. As she surveyed the scene, she noticed an adult raccoon gazing anxiously at the fence.
In an instant, she pieced everything together and realized that the adult raccoon was desperately calling out for help for her trapped young.
The woman swiftly reached out to Karenlynn Stracher, a wildlife rescuer based in New York, who promptly rushed to the location.
The Rescue Operation
Initially, Karenlynn assumed it would be a straightforward rescue, but upon her arrival, she quickly realized this was more complicated than expected.
Due to the tightness of the fence, Karenlynn recognized that she required additional help, leading her to call the emergency police unit.
“Time was of the essence. I had to act swiftly rather than wait. Thankfully, the very caring homeowner was eager to assist,” Karenlynn shared with The Dodo.
The seasoned rescuer opted to use a grabbing tool to attempt to release the baby raccoons. One of them had a leg pinned between a wall and a pole, creating a constricting situation.
This situation required utmost caution, as any further slipping could inflict serious injury on the raccoons.
With careful adjustments, she successfully freed the first baby raccoon. After placing it safely in a carrier, she returned to assist the second one.
In the end, she was able to rescue that one safely, too.
“They were quite terrified, but I’m sure they were relieved to be freed. Keeping them together also helped minimize their stress,” she remarked.
Karenlynn documented the entire rescue, sharing it online.
The rescuer took the babies to a specialist for an injury assessment prior to releasing them back into their natural habitat.
Following thorough examinations, the adorable siblings were found to be in good health and safely returned to their original location.
Shortly thereafter, the raccoon mother came back, eager to reunite with her little ones.
As soon as they were reunited, the family swiftly made their way back into the woods where they truly belong.
“They are still with their mother and appear to be thriving, showing no signs of distress from this ordeal,” Karenlynn concluded.
Conclusion
Thankfully, no one was harmed, and the situation resolved favorably.
However, it’s crucial to remember that if you encounter a raccoon in need of help, do not try to approach it yourself, as they are known carriers of rabies.
Raccoons, along with skunks, bats, and foxes, are among the most frequent carriers of this fatal virus.
I understand the gratification that comes from rescuing an animal in need, but it is essential to prioritize your own safety, maintain a safe distance, and contact local animal control, as they are trained experts who know how to handle these situations effectively.
