karenmeal 0 #1 November 1, 2006 I'm sitting here checking out the forums and a racoon just started watching me through my window in our computer room! What do I do now? "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #2 November 1, 2006 I think you put it in your bathtub and take a picture of its turds."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #3 November 1, 2006 Dangit.. and I was running to go put on camo and tie-dye. "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samurai136 0 #4 November 1, 2006 It's halloween. The little guy probably wants a Snickers and a Milky Way."Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #5 November 1, 2006 QuoteI'm sitting here checking out the forums and a racoon just started watching me through my window in our computer room! What do I do now? Put grapes or cat food outside of your window.Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
headoverheels 291 #6 November 1, 2006 They do like grapes. I have rolled some across the deck to my local raccoons, and they scoop them up. They also go "fishing" along the edge of my swimming pool with their forepaws, but they aren't going to catch anything in there -- it's a bit dirty, but not that bad! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #7 November 1, 2006 It wasn't this raccoon and his friends was it? CLICKY TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #8 November 1, 2006 Quote They do like grapes. I have rolled some across the deck to my local raccoons, and they scoop them up. They also go "fishing" along the edge of my swimming pool with their forepaws, but they aren't going to catch anything in there -- it's a bit dirty, but not that bad! They will find a place to wash it Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #9 November 1, 2006 QuoteI'm sitting here checking out the forums and a racoon just started watching me through my window in our computer room! What do I do now? If you start putting out cat food for them every night, you'll get them coming around regularly. I fill a small bucket with cheap, generic dry cat food and shake the bucket when I get to the feeding area. The noise acts as a dinner bell. After shaking the bucket, put the food on the ground and go back inside. Start with a small amount of food (2 cups or so) and check every morning to see if any is left. When you see no food left in the morning, start increasing the amount. Eventually, when you shake the bucket of food, you'll get some raccoons coming right away so they can be first to the food. You'll be able to watch them from a few feet away as long as you don't make any sudden movements or noise. When you really get comfortable with them you can feed them some occasional grapes as a treat. Grapes are like candy to most raccoons and I often feed grapes to the raccoons by hand. I don't recommend that, but it is kind of cool. Sometimes I take a chair and, while sitting in it, coax a raccoon to climb up on my legs and take grapes from me by hand. I'll get a picture of that sometime and post it. Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stiffler 0 #10 November 1, 2006 QuoteQuoteI'm sitting here checking out the forums and a racoon just started watching me through my window in our computer room! What do I do now? Put grapes or cat food outside of your window. what about my arse grapes? will they like them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #11 November 1, 2006 Id say just observe from a distence. Its a wild animal. Its awesome what the coons let Walt get away with and he has a relationship with them but that doesnt mean everyone should mess with wild animals and expect the same response. Racoons are not the nicest animals and can carry disease's that you wouldnt want. One of the worst things people do is take the fear of humans from animals. Walt show her the melissa video.... that made me never want to mess with a racoon. Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #12 November 1, 2006 I'll just watch them from my window. I'm a broke college student.. I can't be giving away grapes and catfood! "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #13 November 1, 2006 QuoteId say just observe from a distence. Its a wild animal. Its awesome what the coons let Walt get away with and he has a relationship with them but that doesnt mean everyone should mess with wild animals and expect the same response. Racoons are not the nicest animals and can carry disease's that you wouldnt want. One of the worst things people do is take the fear of humans from animals. Walt show her the melissa video.... that made me never want to mess with a racoon. I pretty much agree with what you're saying. Developing trust with a wild animal takes time and you must always be aware that you *are* dealing with wild animals, not pets. Like pets, though, wild animals have their own personalities and you need to get familiar with them as individuals if you are going to get physically close to them. Raccoons are dangerous animals and many have very nasty dispositions. They are also quite skittish. That being said, though, they are smart and incredibly cute. I am in close proximity (within inches or even closer) with raccoons on a daily basis and think they are some of the coolest animals around. If you do choose to develop a relationship with raccoons, take it slow. They like an easy meal so they'll be around. You've got plenty of time so don't rush. Keep your pets away from them and don't try to pet them. If you want to get physically close to them, start by getting about 8 to 10 feet away and gradually work your way closer. Watch them carefully and don't get past their comfort level. When you and the raccoons are comfortable with each other, you can get them to come really close if you have some grapes. Let them come to you, though. And be sure and post pics!!!! Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeaKev 0 #14 November 1, 2006 Just keep those fuckers away from my rig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #15 November 1, 2006 EXACTLY , and youve taken a long time to develop with this family of racoons and are aware of their behaviours and potential behaviours because of how much you have observed them.Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHusband 0 #16 November 1, 2006 i think its funny that the first 3 threads this morning are: WALT!!! Sucks G Spot "Your scrotum is quite nice" - Skymama www.kjandmegan.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stiffler 0 #17 November 1, 2006 QuoteId say just observe from a distence. Its a wild animal. Its awesome what the coons let Walt get away with and he has a relationship with them but that doesnt mean everyone should mess with wild animals and expect the same response. Racoons are not the nicest animals and can carry disease's that you wouldnt want. One of the worst things people do is take the fear of humans from animals. Walt show her the melissa video.... that made me never want to mess with a racoon. PLEASE !!!!! it's African Americans these days..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #18 November 1, 2006 Quoteit's African Americans these days..... Im so not PC ... Bad LM .... Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #19 November 1, 2006 QuoteQuoteId say just observe from a distence. Its a wild animal. Its awesome what the coons let Walt get away with and he has a relationship with them but that doesnt mean everyone should mess with wild animals and expect the same response. Racoons are not the nicest animals and can carry disease's that you wouldnt want. One of the worst things people do is take the fear of humans from animals. Walt show her the melissa video.... that made me never want to mess with a racoon. PLEASE !!!!! it's African Americans these days.....Most brits seemed to have developed the ability to resist EVERY purile thought from being posted, speak to some of you contury men and try to find a mature fibre in there somwhere Either that or get partental supervision before using the computerYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #20 November 1, 2006 Oh come on Squeek I enjoy reading his posts... he cant really be what he appears to be. It harkens back to a thankfully lost time.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stiffler 0 #21 November 1, 2006 QuoteQuoteQuoteId say just observe from a distence. Its a wild animal. Its awesome what the coons let Walt get away with and he has a relationship with them but that doesnt mean everyone should mess with wild animals and expect the same response. Racoons are not the nicest animals and can carry disease's that you wouldnt want. One of the worst things people do is take the fear of humans from animals. Walt show her the melissa video.... that made me never want to mess with a racoon. PLEASE !!!!! it's African Americans these days.....Most brits seemed to have developed the ability to resist EVERY purile thought from being posted, speak to some of you contury men and try to find a mature fibre in there somwhere Either that or get partental supervision before using the computer just because we're going to kick your arses at cricket again...don't get sore with me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #22 November 1, 2006 Quotejust because we're going to kick your arses at cricket again...don't get sore with me Cricket? Is that a real game? I always thought it was equal to american putt putt but without the windmillsSudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #23 November 1, 2006 QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteId say just observe from a distence. Its a wild animal. Its awesome what the coons let Walt get away with and he has a relationship with them but that doesnt mean everyone should mess with wild animals and expect the same response. Racoons are not the nicest animals and can carry disease's that you wouldnt want. One of the worst things people do is take the fear of humans from animals. Walt show her the melissa video.... that made me never want to mess with a racoon. PLEASE !!!!! it's African Americans these days.....Most brits seemed to have developed the ability to resist EVERY purile thought from being posted, speak to some of you contury men and try to find a mature fibre in there somwhere Either that or get partental supervision before using the computer just because we're going to kick your arses at cricket again...don't get sore with me i could not give a flying toss about cricket so have at it.You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stiffler 0 #24 November 1, 2006 QuoteQuotejust because we're going to kick your arses at cricket again...don't get sore with me Cricket? Is that a real game? I always thought it was equal to american putt putt but without the windmills it's a real game played by english gentlemen on a lovely sunday summers afternoon, with cream tea and scones tally ho !!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #25 November 1, 2006 Quoteit's a queer game played on a lovely sunday summers afternoon, with cream tea and scones, to prove how gay we are tally ho Fixed it for youSudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
