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Baby Raccoon Rescued After Storm in Belchertown

6/13/2025

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After a rainstorm in Belchertown, Massachusetts, a homeowner discovered a frightened baby raccoon on his doorstep. Animal Control Officer Sarah Byrnes swiftly came to the rescue, ensuring the little one is now safe in quarantine at the Leyden Center for Wildlife Rehabilitation. This adorable raccoon, over two months old, will receive care until it's ready to return to the wild.

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Story summary

After a rainstorm in Belchertown, Massachusetts, a homeowner discovered a frightened baby raccoon on his doorstep. Animal Control Officer Sarah Byrnes swiftly came to the rescue, ensuring the little one is now safe in quarantine at the Leyden Center for Wildlife Rehabilitation. This adorable raccoon, over two months old, will receive care until it's ready to return to the wild.