Miscellaneous

Can you feed a baby raccoon baby formula?

Can you feed a baby raccoon baby formula?

When it comes to actual “food” for your baby raccoon, the very best choice is KMR, or kitten milk replacement, which can be found at most pet stores. This formula for baby cats will most closely resemble raccoon milk. Feed them Esbilac. Esbilac is your second best option.

How much do you feed baby raccoons?

A good rule of thumb is to feed eyes-closed baby raccoons 5% of body weight at every feeding, with eyes-open babies comfortably taking between 5% and 7% of body weight at each meal.

How long can a baby raccoon survive without its mother?

Early spring young raccoons will leave their mother's den After 10 months they will be independent. However, some will mature quicker than others. Raccoons can leave their mother's care anywhere between 8 and 12 months. Although they're equipped to go out on their own, young raccoons may build dens close to the mother.