New Hampshire Fish and Game is reminding the public to leave wild animals alone after a person became sick after being bitten by a wild raccoon that was kept as a pet.Officials said the rabies virus is most commonly associated with raccoons, coyotes, foxes, skunks and bats, but it can infect a wide variety of mammals at any time of year.>> Download the free WMUR app to get updates on the go: Apple | Google Play > Subscribe to WMUR’s YouTube channel

MANCHESTER, N.H. —

New Hampshire Fish and Game is reminding the public to leave wild animals alone after a person became sick after being bitten by a wild raccoon that was kept as a pet.

Officials said the rabies virus is most commonly associated with raccoons, coyotes, foxes, skunks and bats, but it can infect a wide variety of mammals at any time of year.

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To stay safe, Fish and Game recommends keeping pets vaccinated, not feeding or encouraging wildlife around your home, securing garbage lids and cleaning grills after each use.

Anyone who is bitten by a wild animal should contact a health care provider immediately.

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