While many raccoons appear tame and used to human presence, they can carry rabies which is a deadly virus that attacks the central nervous system. Contracting rabies almost always results in death unless post exposure treatment is begun immediately. Before all the raccoon lovers go crazy in the comments…I know most raccoons will not have rabies. That said, they are one of the highest carriers in the wild when compared to other animals. #racoons #rabies #doctor #enviromentalist #wildanimals | Dr.