Rescued Raccoon Thrives with Help from Mama Dog

by Theresa.J

Kate received a call from a friend who had discovered a baby raccoon trapped in a tire. Initially, Kate was unsure if the small animal would survive, but the raccoon, Eto, proved resilient despite being separated from his mother for several days.

Taking Eto in, Kate provided the raccoon with the care he needed. By the third day, Eto was thriving, and Kate decided it was time for him to experience the outdoors. Eto quickly grew to trust Kate, and he befriended her Pitbull, Ashlyn.

From their first meeting, Ashlyn took on a protective role, treating Eto like her cub. She guided Eto in exploring the forest, teaching him to sniff out scents and be aware of his surroundings.

Kate was amazed at their bond; Ashlyn watched Eto like a guardian and spent hours with him in the forest.

As Eto matured, Kate and Ashlyn introduced him to fishing and swimming. The bond between Ashlyn and Eto evolved from a maternal relationship to a playful friendship.

They enjoyed playing together, with Ashlyn often switching from her protective instincts to playful antics, such as zoomies.

Ashlyn instinctively knew when to play and when to be attentive. While Eto ate, Ashlyn patiently waited for him to finish before engaging in play. The two learned from each other and developed a unique companionship.

Kate maintained an open-door policy for Eto, allowing him to come and go as he pleased. Though Eto occasionally wandered off for weeks, he always returned.

Ashlyn adapted well to Eto’s absences, and Kate felt fulfilled knowing that their relationship enriched both animals’ lives.