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Tennessee Lets You Adopt Raccoons | Edmonton News
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- Aug 1, 2026
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Summary
Tennessee just slashed the barrier to raccoon ownership—bye-bye, $31 permit fee—but don’t rush out to grab one from the wild. Still need legal adoption, vaccinations, and a responsible home. Wildlife officials warn: raccoons can be aggressive, carry rabies, and aren’t pets for the faint of heart. Yet, with viral fame, gaming icons, and a quirky charm, these clever critters have a cult following. A 2025 study even hints they might be evolving to be cuter—and domesticating themselves—though experts caution that’s not universal across regions like Canada, where they’re still hunted. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cb138ab49e3cdd66