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Distemper Outbreak: 14 Sick Raccoons Found in Mendota Heights

4/3/2025

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Mendota Heights is facing a troubling rise in sick raccoons, with 14 cases of distemper reported this year, a sharp increase from just four last year. Symptoms like disorientation and foaming at the mouth are alarming. Authorities urge residents to report affected animals for euthanasia and recommend vaccinating pets while steering clear of wildlife to curb the spread of disease.

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Mendota Heights is facing a troubling rise in sick raccoons, with 14 cases of distemper reported this year, a sharp increase from just four last year. Symptoms like disorientation and foaming at the mouth are alarming. Authorities urge residents to report affected animals for euthanasia and recommend vaccinating pets while steering clear of wildlife to curb the spread of disease.