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What signs to look for in a possible rabid raccoon
• Staggering gait
• An animal seemingly oblivious to noise or nearby movement
• Erratic wandering
• Discharge from eyes or mouth
• Wet and matted hair on face
• Repeated high-pitch vocalization
• Self-mutilation
If you see a raccoon showing these signs, please contact Animal Control immediately at 301-474-6124 or Greenbelt Police non-emergency at 301-474-7200.