Are raccoons a danger to cats?

Are raccoons a danger to cats?

Raccoons can hurt cats either directly, by biting or scratching them, or indirectly, through transmitting a disease. Again, raccoons are not typically aggressive animals, so it is unlikely that a raccoon would stalk your cat or hunt it down in order to attack it, whether for food, protection or sport.

Can a cat win against a raccoon?

A raccoon would win a fight against a cat. Raccoons are bigger than most cats, and it’s nearly impossible for the smaller animal to launch an attack that would kill the raccoon immediately.

Why do raccoons attack cats?

Finally, raccoons do attack cats when threatened. Mother raccoons are highly aggressive in protecting their young. If a raccoon and cat came in contact with each other, a fight is almost a given. Cats are very territorial, and they will fight to protect their space.

Would a raccoon kill a kitten?

When it comes to the subject of raccoons eating cats, it is highly unlikely. As mentioned, raccoons do not see cats as prey. However, you cannot put it past a raccoon to attack and eat kittens. They are opportunistic predators.