👀 Many people don’t realize this is what’s hiding inside the mouth of some of the cutest bandits in North America. Because I work hands-on with our sanctuary’s permanent residents, it’s incredibly important that I know each animal as an individual. It helps me care for them better AND it’s a safety measure, too! In my opinion, the closer your relationship with an animal becomes, the easier it is to avoid accidents caused by “bad communication”, but, ALSO the easier it is to become complacent, and… complacency is where most accidents happen. 🦝 Milton is a super sweet raccoon, but, those teeth are a good reminder that “sweet” and “harmless” are NOT the same thing. Raccoons have powerful jaws, crazily dexterous hands, sharp claws made for digging and carving, and lightning-fast reflexes. They’re fascinating animals, but they’re also one of the species people most commonly underestimate because they’re so unbelievably adorable. That’s one of the reasons the exotic pet trade can end so badly for both people and the animals. Loving wildlife or thinking they’re super cool is great, but it’s not enough to be prepared to care for wildlife in captivity; understanding their behavior, body language, personal quirks, and natural instincts helps keep everyone safe. #wildlifesanctuary #rescue #raccoonsoftiktok #animalbehavior #naturelover
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