CRYSTAL LAKE – The Animal Control division of the McHenry County Department of Health urges residents to adopt a “hands-off” approach to local wildlife.

In separate incidents, Animal Control has taken reports of two residents who recently were bit by raccoons after individuals left out food. One individual is undergoing rabies prophylaxis treatment, according to a health department news release.

Wild animals are attracted to homes by food and shelter. Residents can cut their risks of structural damage, home invasion and other problems by removing these temptations.