I had to shoot a raccoon a few years ago with a .32 S&W Long. Six times. The first four shots were LRN and did little more than anger this monster. The next two rounds were WC and they had a profound effect. This animal was huge, about the size of a first grade child. I am not positive it was rabid, but if not, it should of had the sense to wipe the foam off his mouth and stand up straight.