Raccoons are one of the nuisance creatures who invade a yard in search of food and shelter. They are responsible for causing a great clutter and damage to property. Due to various threats they pose on a family, it’s advised to get these animals removed as soon as they are spotted. Since dealing with raccoons on your own can turn out to be dangerous, never try DIY wildlife removal techniques. Prevention is better than cure. If you are able to deter the raccoons at the starting stages of the invasion, you can ideally prevent or control their habitat. Some tips to keep raccoon at a bay are: Don’t Feed Them:.