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Ever heard of a raccoon whisperer? Dick Clark from Connecticut has created a bond with a raccoon that has been visiting him for over a year. The 82-year-old man was sitting outside on his patio one day when the raccoon walked up and just stood there staring at him. He was shocked how close it got to him. Since then the animal came every night for the next month. But then, she started to visit with her five babies. Clark was leaving grapes and marshmallows out for the family and when it was time for hibernation in the winter, he was curious to see if they'd return. Sure enough, one did. Clark says he understands the dangers with being in contact with a wild animal so is always monitoring her behavior and ensuring he frequently washes his hands. He even has a motion-censored security camera for when the racoons visit so he knows and can go outside to sit with them.
Source: 10 WJAR