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To: Karen Lawrence who wrote (23408)	7/26/2003 3:21:09 PM
From: epicure	Respond to of 89467

And if a raccoon is "friendly" there might be something wrong with it- like rabies. You simply can't tell some people anything- and if they were Middle Eastern it is possible that they wouldn't want to take advice from a woman they do not know. It's always hard to understand other cultures, and I don't totally understand the depth of insecurity some cultures feel toward women, and the losing face thing- but both these seem to be very powerful elements in some cultures.

To: Karen Lawrence who wrote (23408)	7/26/2003 3:53:58 PM
From: abuelita	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 89467

hello karen- we ask that visitors not feed the racoons in stanley park, not because they are unfriendly - they are very friendly - but because it is to their disadvantage to become dependent on humans for food. they will become quite bold. one walked through my neighbour's pet door, looking for dog kibble. it can be somewhat disconcerting to see a racoon at your dog's dish when you come down for breaky in the morning <g> i'm pleased that you enjoyed your vancouver experience. rose