11 October 2023
Burnsville issued a warning Tuesday about an increase in raccoons that are “behaving oddly,” per a news release from the city.
Some raccoons were seen displaying “abnormal raccoon behavior” like staggering, laying slumped, experiencing seizures or unafraid of their surroundings to the point of letting people approach them.
Beginning in July, Burnsville Animal Control noticed an unusual number of sick raccoon reports, according to the release. The number of reports currently stands at 39, as compared to 2022 which counted 17.
The University of Minnesota Veterinary Clinic recently took in two raccoons, one of which tested positive for distemper and salmonellosis. The results for the second raccoon were uncertain, per the release, but the raccoon may have died of salmonellosis,
The city said people, pets and children are advised to stay away from raccoons and other wildlife they may encounter.
If you encounter a racoon that is behaving abnormally, call Burnsville Animal Control at 952-894-3647.
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