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Raleigh confirms second rabid raccoon this year, dog quarantined
health1 month ago

Raleigh confirms second rabid raccoon this year, dog quarantined

A second raccoon tested positive for rabies in Raleigh, bringing the year's total to four confirmed rabies cases in the city. The raccoon was captured on Chadwick Drive after being seen staggering, and it had contact with a dog that is now under a 45-day quarantine and will be monitored by animal control. Officials urge residents to avoid unknown animals, ensure pets are vaccinated, and contact animal control if they notice unusual animal behavior.

via WRAL|
#animal-control#health#public-health
Rabies exposure from raccoon leads to dog euthanization and three people treated in Jefferson County
health1 month ago

Rabies exposure from raccoon leads to dog euthanization and three people treated in Jefferson County

A raccoon in Rutland tested positive for rabies after attacking an unvaccinated dog, which was euthanized; three people exposed to the animal will receive rabies post-exposure prophylaxis. Jefferson County reports this as the 14th confirmed rabies case this year, with additional positives among raccoons, skunks, a bat and a bobcat, underscoring the ongoing risk of rabies and the importance of timely treatment for exposures.

via WWNY|
#exposure#health#post-exposure-prophylaxis
Rabid raccoon bites New Jersey man; investigators seek second animal
us2 months ago

Rabid raccoon bites New Jersey man; investigators seek second animal

A raccoon in Glassboro, New Jersey charged from shrubbery and bit a resident before being captured and later testing positive for rabies, prompting officials to search for a second raccoon involved in the incident; authorities advise staying away from wild animals, keeping pets vaccinated, seeking medical attention if bitten or scratched, securing garbage, and trimming back brush to prevent future encounters.

via Yahoo|
#new-jersey#public-health#rabies
White House meme backfires on Jimothy the raccoon MAGA moment
world2 months ago

White House meme backfires on Jimothy the raccoon MAGA moment

The White House posted a photoshopped image of Jimothy, Seattle’s viral raccoon with a short spine, wearing a red MAGA hat and captioned with “Trump was right about everything.” The post drew over a million views and swift backlash accusing the administration of weaponizing memes for political messaging, prompting criticism from social media users and even other government accounts; The Independent’s Ariana Baio notes this fits the White House’s ongoing trend of meme-driven posts.

via The Independent|
#maga#memes#raccoon
Jimothy the Raccoon Becomes the Internet’s Latest Viral Obsession
culture2 months ago

Jimothy the Raccoon Becomes the Internet’s Latest Viral Obsession

A Seattle raccoon nicknamed Jimothy—reportedly with a short spine syndrome—has exploded as a meme across social media, spawning videos, murals, and even brand tie-ins as viewers embrace his unusual look and chaotic charm, highlighting how quirky animal footage can unite online communities and drive real-world attention while officials urge people not to approach him.

via BBC|
#culture#internet#jimothy
Jimothy the Raccoon: survival shaped by a sharp brain and a devoted mother
science-tech2 months ago

Jimothy the Raccoon: survival shaped by a sharp brain and a devoted mother

A neuroscientist analyzes Jimothy, a Seattle raccoon with a rare short spine syndrome, whose viral fame underscores how a sophisticated raccoon brain—high neuron density and specialized cells—paired with persistent maternal care enables survival in the wild. Raccoons’ dexterous forepaws and brain architecture likely help Jimothy navigate obstacles, while his mother’s prolonged, hands-on guidance mirrors raccoon “homeschooling” and enhances adaptive resilience. The piece frames this as illustrating two mammalian evolutionary feats: brain-based adaptability and enduring parental investment that can turn disability into a survivable advantage.

via The Conversation|
#evolution#motherhood#neuroscience
Jimothy the Seattle raccoon becomes a viral symbol of urban wildlife
lifestyle2 months ago

Jimothy the Seattle raccoon becomes a viral symbol of urban wildlife

A small, round-bodied Seattle raccoon named Jimothy became an internet sensation after a local video went viral, sparking a mural, tattoos, a subreddit, a mascot race at an MLB game and even a forthcoming city proclamation. Wildlife experts say he was likely born with short spine syndrome, a congenital condition, but urge people to keep their distance to avoid habituating him, turning Jimothy into a feel-good symbol of wildlife resilience and the joy he brings to fans.

via The Washington Post|
#jimothy#lifestyle#raccoon
Week in Wildlife: Raccoon Rescue, High-Altitude Mouse and a Masterful Camouflage Wildcat
environment2 months ago

Week in Wildlife: Raccoon Rescue, High-Altitude Mouse and a Masterful Camouflage Wildcat

A Guardian photo feature rounds up wildlife moments from around the world this week, including a raccoon rescued from a Pennsylvania storm drain, a hardy Andean leaf-eared mouse thriving at high altitude, and a European wildcat expertly camouflaged in Greece, alongside dramatic images of bears, eagles, sea turtles and more, underscoring biodiversity and ongoing conservation efforts.

via The Guardian|
#conservation#environment#photography
Rabies Alert in Whitesboro After Raccoon Tests Positive
local-news2 months ago

Rabies Alert in Whitesboro After Raccoon Tests Positive

A Whitesboro raccoon tested positive for rabies, exposing two people. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on July 15 and yielded positive results today. Health officials advise avoiding wild or stray animals showing signs of rabies and to contact local animal control if any animal acts strangely; the exact location of the raccoon was not released.

via WKTV|
#exposure#local-news#oneida-county-health-department