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1 In the winter, the raccoon does not hibernate, but can sleep in its den for weeks. 2  A raccoon can run at speeds of up to 15 miles per hour. 3  The raccoon is a good swimmer and can stay in water for several hours.  The species makes a variety of vocalizations including hisses, whistles, screams, growls and snarls.
Raccoons, which are nocturnal animals, are known to attack dogs left outside homes at night, yet attacks on humans are rare. Animal Control said it is likely a female raccoon felt threatened by Lee or her dog and tried to protect her young.