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Jadajae512 - 2017-10-23
I had two pet Raccoon that were brother and sister from 5 weeks to 8 months they were inseparable well my Gretle was bit by a rattlesnake but lived then about a month later she went missing we finally found her and she had passed away my poor Hansle was so heartbroken so I played with him more so he wouldn't feel lonely well came home one day and he was gone he's been gone for about 2 weeks now and just now I walked out and heard something it was him eating the good I had been leaving out every day hoping he would come home but now he doesn't remember me and he's scared what do.i do

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ruthie - 2019-10-10
Maybe he was looking for a replacement companion. Raccoons like other raccoons & will seek out buddies etc, which he didn't have a need to go out of his way to do before because he always had his bub

Kim Pringle - 2013-07-11
I had a lil raccoon, and she is the sweetest thing on earth, her mom was shot and I took her in and raised her, then my husband built her a big house outside so she could play and have her own place when she no longer wanted to stay in the house. One day three days ago, I was cleaning her outside house and did not lock the back door, when I went out to check on her like always, she had got out the door and has not returned home. My question is will she come home and will she be ok out there? She is 15 months old. Please give me some good news. I have cried so much my eyes are swollen:(

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Jasmine Brough Hinesley - 2013-07-12
I would think that your raccoon will be just fine on its own, they are wild by nature. I'm sure you are sad though, I'm so sorry :( Keep an eye out for her because she may turn up, especially because she feels comfortable in the home she grew up in.
mary hicks - 2013-12-28
she may come back and may not but she should be ok.
aimee - 2016-01-26
I feel your pain we raised ours for 1year he went outside as ever day and hasn't returned we have cried our eyes out for our baby I have same question will he return home
Anonymous - 2018-09-10
Ours has went outside stayed few days, but always ends up coming home . Keep cage open with feed. She will return .
ruthie - 2019-10-10
Oh no :( I am so sorry! Did she come back home? I was wondering if you had coyotes in the area, they are becoming more urban & people often have no odea they're prowling their neighborhood at night... Maybe she was mating. At her age, and it being November (?) when you wrote this.

Anonymous - 2019-10-06
Looking for a tall cage for my grey squirrel in the Brooksville/Bushnell Fl area

April Hathaway - 2011-05-21
We are Local USDA licence of healthy muntjac deer. Our deer are still bottled feed and actually looking for new homes.They have taken all their shots and are easily handled and tame. Our litters have been home raised and therefore will make a good home pet. If interested, feel free to contact us,

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Charlie Roche - 2011-05-21
How does someone contact you? Where are you located?
krista - 2011-05-22
I would love to know how much your sweet little babies are :) and where your located. Do you ship them? Im looking for one asap so please call soon with your best price. Best wishes and talk with you soon.
818-919-6484
Krista
Dave - 2011-05-29
Where are you located? I just lost Buck(Muntjac) that I had for 16 years.

Dave
Jozi101 - 2011-05-31
Hey Im looking for a leaf muntjac. I can't seem to find them anywhere. And if I do they are thousands of dollars. Can anyone help me?
Jozi101 - 2011-05-31
Hey, how many leaf muntjacs do you have? And how old are they? And How many girls are there? And when were they born?
amy - 2011-06-04
How much are you asking for your babies? And where are you located? Thanks!
arthur wilmot - 2011-06-14
We are interested in the price of a female muntjac deer and the age.
john courtney - 2011-06-22
I was wondering if you had any muntjac deer for sale .313-215-3499 thanks John
Crystal - 2011-06-29
Do you happen to have any more deer availiable and what kind do you have?
Nancy Johnson-Rose - 2011-07-11
April, We are looking to purchase a female muntjac as young as possible. We are in Iowa where they are permitted, and we have lots of experience raising other types of deer. Will travel anywhere to pick one up. Will you be expecting any babies this year? Thanks!
Lara - 2011-09-01
We are interesting to have in our home, and beuteful yard muntjac deers.WE LOVE animols,and have many diferrent little ones.We have 5 acr.and 2 ponds. Please, contackt us Lara
Joe Egan - 2011-09-06
Do you have any adults available ? I would like to have a pair i could breed.
Kassi Roepke - 2011-11-04
Hey, how could I get a hold of you regarding the deer? I'm interested, but can't find any breeders. Thanks!
Bob - 2011-11-12
I am looking for a Muntjac Deer for my daughter. She is 20 years old and is in her junior year at Purdue University studying Veterinary medicine. She has had and has exotic animals. She would love to have a Muntjac to raise with her other critters. She is registered with the Indiana DNR as a breeder of Flying Squirrels and Sugar Gliders. I would love to hear from you on a sale or info as to where I can locate one. Thank you, please call me at 219-809-7582 or e-mail me at iamde3@yahoo.com. Thanks again, Bob
Lani - 2011-12-05
Where are you? How much are you selling for? I am really very interested in these deers and I live in Australia. Thanks, Lani
Tara Kelly - 2011-12-04
Hello, I was wondering if you had any babies due coming up to the spring. I have been searching for a breeder for a very long time. I was raised up on a farm in Australia and our family was part of WIRES, which cares for native animals. I have quite a lot of experience in raising wildlife. I have done a lot of research on the muntjac and seems to be the perfect fit for me and my lifestyle. I don't have another pets as I have been trying for nearly 2years to get in contact with a reportable breeder. I hope to hear from you soon.
brian - 2011-12-08
do you know if you can have a muntjauc deer in maryland thanks
john correll - 2012-02-06
Does North Carolina allow these pets?

Cost ? Transport from?
clint - 2012-02-08
I am looking to purchase a muntjac deer.
bobby - 2012-03-05
Hi, I have some questions about your deer. How much are they and how could we contact you for information? They are so cute!
Lesia - 2012-04-16
I would like info on your baby fawns, muntjac or leaf. Please reply ASAP. Lesia
Sharon - 2012-08-01
Very interested. Please send info to trophiesandmore@hotmail.com. Thank you.
Rain - 2012-08-28
Hello, I am interested in having one also, preferably a female. Please send me info on cost, pick-up/shipping, etc. Thank you.
katie - 2012-09-17
I have been trying to find a baby muntjac deer I am interesterested in yours. Where are you located?
katie - 2012-09-17
I have been looking for a muntjac deer baby and i'm interested in yours. Where are you located?I live in GA.
Daniel - 2012-11-29
I'm wondering about your deer. I'd be interested in a male munjtac as young as possible and I'm wondering if you can send them distances?
Robert Roskell - 2014-08-21
Where do u live? N how much do u want for a breeding pair
cheryl johnston - 2014-10-08
I was wondering how much your babies usually run cost wise. I'm very interested. Are they legal in PA? Do I need a permit to own like I would for whitetail or no?
April - 2015-01-31
Hey, I live in Alberta, Canada and I was wondering if anyone here were breeders of Muntjac Deer? I am looking into buying one, please contact me!
Clay Grider - 2015-04-14
Would love to provide a loving home for one of your Muntjac babies. We are lifelong animal lovers with plenty of room [inside and out] for a new member to the family. the little one would feel right at home with our group that is used to making room for another family member we believe firmly that 'if you cant afford a vet, you cant afford a pet'. Our dogs. cats, turtle and 60lb Sulcata are well cared for. we wont even leave town without someone [we trust and knows our pets] staying in our home with them. please give a reply and give us the chance to come get and love one of them.
Evangrebenar@gmail.com - 2016-05-07
Hi there, I was just wondering if you have ever sold any munt jack deer to Canada? And if you know they are legal in British Columbia? And how much are little ones? Thanks Evan
Brock - 2019-10-05
Hi I am located in Alberta Canada and am wondering how I would acquire one of your Muntjacs?
Thanks, Brock

Riki - 2019-09-09
Baby greys available for sale!
Located in ohio, can ship or meet for
Pick up. Pick up is preferred however we
Can ship.
Please contact me at riki82@live.com
Or text at 513 320 3873

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Krissi - 2019-09-23
Do u ship? And prices for a baby female?

Angela Roncali - 2019-09-08
How much are your squirrels and where are you located???

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Riki - 2019-09-09
Hi, I have baby and adult squirrels for sale. You can reach me by email at riki82@live.com

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Belinda - 2007-06-29
I have had Raccoons as "pets". I use the word pet loosely, because there were more like members of the family. I agree that 99% of people who want a pet raccoon will probably not be able to properly take care of them. They are so very precious when they are babies, but like everything else, they grow up. I kept my coonies inside and they had full run of the house. They were never caged and were allowed to go in and out at will. They chose to stay inside most of the time and I have never had one that went out and did not come back. They used a litter box that was filled with water instead of litter. I simply dumped out the dirty water once or twice a day and as long as the water was kept relatively clean, they never used the potty anywhere else except the box. They are extremely curious and those little "hands" are constantly feeling of everything around them. I get the biggest kick in the world out of them and would take in another in a NY second, but I know what to expect and know that I can handle it. They are as destructive and mischieveious as they are cute. They can get into anything, anywhere. I had childproof locks on EVERY SINGLE CABINET IN MY HOUSE! They can open medicine bottles, the refrigerator (nothing like coming downstairs in the middle of the night to see what the noise is only to find a raccoon sitting in the fridge, eating what looked good and tossing the rest onto the kitchen floor), they will unplug your clocks, tv's ect., break your trinkets and whatnots, hide your keys, chew the buttons off your cell phone, and yes...they DO and WILL BITE. They have very sharp claws and teeth and can inflict damage even when not meaning to. They (at least mine did) become very territorial towards their house and their family. You must put them behind closed doors before letting company inside. Mine would not tolerate the presence of anyone that did not live in the house. If a thief had ever broken into the house, he/she would have been easy to find later. If they managed to get out of the house, you could just check the local ER for a shredded person! So...if you are super patient, don't mind replacing material possessions, can take pain from bites and scratches, have adequate space, never go on vacation, have excellent homeowners insurance, rarely have company and if you have the proper paperwork/licenses to keep one, go ahead. But please please! Be sure you can take care of it FOREVER or provide for it in case you are unable to.

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Gunner\'s Mom - 2013-05-07
You nailed it. I have had mine for two years. We bought him from a breeder, as a baby. He is fixed & vaccinated. He is my son. You are absolutely correct. I talk a lot of people out of the idea because it takes a rare, certain person to be a Forever Mom. If an owner were to decide they don't want the pet anymore, chances are this beautiful animal would wind up being put down at some point, as they don't like serious change. Therefore, one must make a life long commitment to this pet. I am fortunate Gunner has myself & his daddy, otherwise, there would be no vacation for me. Only one of us goes at a time..the other remains home with him. As far as his minor mood swings (like any person has), he has learned my stern voice, 'don't you bite me.' I do want to point out that tbe column above is incorrect, which I am sure you noticed too... For those unaware, DO NOT FEED RACCOONS CAT FOOD OR TABLE SCRAPS!!!!! A good quality DOG food & HEALTHY people food (as snacks). Nothing pertaining to tomatoes, onions, garlic, CHOCOLATE....cat food will eventually harm & kill internal organs, chocolate can kill immediately, & the other at the least will cause major tummy trouble. I feed mine Iams weight control dog food, celery, frozen green beans (awesome snack!), & fresh spinach leaves. Respect your baby, & he/she will show you respect & love in return :-)
David Darkstone - 2016-06-03
You people are the worst kind of people, you think you are doing a good thing by discouraging people from having pet raccoons but yet you say you are special that's why you can have one, that's a load of b.s .its people like you that cause the laws to be so harsh towards raccoons and raccoon ownership, you people should encourage others so the more people have them and see how possible it is to have one the laws can start to change but instead you choose your ego and tell everyone how horrible they are yet you are special you can have one not because they are good but because you are special and have animal bonding abilities, you people are sick. If you really cared and loved these animals you would care about their kind and spread a positive message about them instead of feeding your egotistical needs.
Anonymous - 2017-07-05
How do you get your raccoon to not bite so much shes 11 weeks old..where cdid you get yours fixed at no one will even look at our raccoon around here..?
Vonnir - 2018-03-05
I have a pet raccoon I did not know cat food was dangerous for her I started giving her Purina cat treats she loves them but now she is developing bald patches and scratching there is nothing like fleas etc on her don't know what to do she's 9 months old and the joy of our lives. Have stopped cat food she is very picky eater can you give me some advice. She loves cashew nuts and peas in the pod . Am desperate and heartbroken.thanks
JIll Kutchka - 2018-10-19
This is the best description of a raccoon I have ever read!!!! I adore people like you!

Have you ever had one get out and if so did it come home?
Misty - 2018-11-19
Boy you hit the nail on the head.my little Funky Bunky is just as you described He's one of the family for sure .well our dog would say different if he could .lol.you sure are right about never going on vacation.my mom used to watch Bunky for us but he would cry and try to open the door to go with me .so after 45 minutes of that my mom called and said never again that it was heart breaking to watch him like that.so now he just goes with me or my old man stays home with him .thank you for sharing your story.
Kimber\'ly Conder - 2019-08-29
This post is the most accurate I've ever read, lol
tammi cross - 2019-04-03
I have a 4 1/2 yo male raccoon , and yes , they have been known to return , after " getting out " . On another story , I also know of a family who lost their " pet " , once he was able to get free . ( i also hesitate to use the term " pet " , because he is so much more to me than that term implies ! I believe that the care you give determines the outcome of such a situation . I live out by a lake ( very rural , is what I mean ! ) and my sweetheart was gone 3 days ! I never gave up on finding him , though , and he just came strolling through the front door , one evening , like he " owns the place " . ( which , if how much he is adored were to be any indicator , he DOES ! LOL ! )
I have NEVER " caged " him , nor have i EVER " mistreated " ( yelled at , struck .. etc . ) him . He is actually VERY well - behaved ; he uses his litter box , and has NEVER bitten ME . However , he HAS attacked 2 other people whom are NOT a member of his family . I am just trying to convey that they seem to respond directly to HOW THEY ARE TREATED , MUCH LIKE ANY OTHER LIVING CREATURE ! The mistake , I believe , that is most commonly made is most people's desire to have a " pet " raccoon based on the " cool " factor . They seem to be more interested in being able to say " I have a pet raccoon " , than actually TAKING CARE OF said raccoon ! I can almost guarantee that ANYTIME you take this inquisitive and intelligent animal and put him in a CAGE ~ ONLY TO BE TAKEN OUT TO " SHOW OFF " ~ THAT RACCOON IS GOING TO RESENT YOU , AND PROBABLY WILL NOT BE A GOOD COMPANION ! The people whom claim to be the exceptions to the rule , regarding owning this " wild " animal , are probably the ones who understand the amount of ENERGY required to STIMULATE , and therefore KEEP HAPPY , such a " high maintenance " little family member requires ! Unfortunately , it's also been my experience that the motivating factor for the majority of these people is NOT the health of the animal ! If everyone would spend the time needed for the happy and healthy developement of a " pet " raccoon , it WOULD certainly promote more wide spread acceptance of these awesome animals - which could only be GOOD for both THEM , and US ! HE CERTAINLY BRINGS MUCH TO OUR LIVES . Thanks for reading .

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