The Japanese raccoon dog, as well as the common raccoon dog, live in Japan’s forests. Like raccoons, they’re nocturnal and ...

After a neighbour said one attacked her goat, media organisations around the world portrayed raccoon dogs as something to be feared. But are they dangerous? How common? Are they raccoons or dogs?

The Japanese raccoon dog, as well as the common raccoon dog, live in Japan’s forests. Like raccoons, they’re nocturnal and forage for their food.

This has allowed raccoon numbers to rise, especially in areas where habitats are now dominated by people. We’ve compiled a list of the raccoon’s most common natural predators. Would you rather have ...