In Delaware, it’s generally illegal to own, buy, sell or bring in native wildlife (such as raccoons) unless you have a permit ...

Yes. Florida is one of 13 states where raccoon ownership as a pet is legal, according to datapandas.org, an organization that ...

Raccoons are fascinating creatures that are not meant to be pets. Their playful antics and curious nature can be captivating, but beneath their charming exterior lies a host of challenges and risks ...

A new study finds the notoriously adorable trash bandits in urban areas are showing early signs of domestication.

Raccoons are undeniably adorable, with their bandit-like masks and those clever little hands that seem almost human. It’s no wonder some people look at them and think, "Wouldn’t that make an amazing ...

Trash pandas appear to be adapting anatomically to live alongside humans leading to possible domestication, according to a study, reports discovermagazine.com.

The fuzzy yet agile racoons that live in a park near your house or dig through your neighborhood's garbage might seem like a good pet. But are they legal to domesticate in Michigan? The short answer: ...