An older couple in Washington has captured the hearts of thousands online by unofficially taking in a hobbled raccoon, which has both horrified their daughter and gained widespread attention on social media.
Key Takeaway
The heartwarming story of Little Rick, the unofficially adopted raccoon, has gained widespread attention on social media. Despite the concerns raised, the couple’s bond with the raccoon has sparked both support and debate online.
Meeting Little Rick
Seattle sports radio host Stacy Jo Rost has been documenting the story of “Little Rick” over the weekend. The raccoon, named after her stepdad, has become a regular visitor to her parents’ property. Stacy explains that after the loss of their family dog two years ago, her parents have turned to the raccoon as a way to cope.
Unlikely Friendship
Little Rick, a 1-year-old raccoon, has established a routine of visiting the couple’s property for scheduled meals. Videos posted by Stacy capture endearing moments of the raccoon’s eating habits, including attempts to ask for more food by scratching at the window and even trying to bite at Stacy’s finger through the window pane.
A Heartwarming Bond
Stacy reveals that her parents found Little Rick when he was tiny and noticed his injured back leg. Despite being a wild animal, they started attending to him from a distance, and now the raccoon regularly seeks comfort and food from them, despite his limp.
