- Jimothy, the world-famous Seattle raccoon, was recently released as a baby, showcasing his early days.
- On June 28, 2025, Trammell noticed a raccoon-colored koosh ball that was Jimothy, who was described as small and clumsy.
- Trammell observed that Jimothy's mother and siblings were patient and caring, often helping him when he fell.
- When Jimothy fell off a fence, his mother freaked out, demonstrating her protective nature.
- Trammell took measures to help Jimothy, such as digging holes under the fence for easier access.
- He also intervened when a neighborhood cat was stalking Jimothy by throwing a clementine to scare it off.
- Crows in the area seemed to recognize Jimothy's uniqueness, as they were silent when he was around.
- In the fall, Trammell saw Jimothy's family scrambling into the daylight as cedar trees were thinned by a neighbor.
- Trammell later spotted Jimothy again, about four or five blocks south of his house, recognizing him by his unique movement.
- Jimothy's sudden rise to internet fame was marked by universal agreement among viewers, with no dissent.
- Despite the fame, Trammell has chosen not to monetize Jimothy's videos, believing it isn't right.
New footage has surfaced showcasing the baby days of Jimothy, the raccoon who became an internet sensation. Ben Trammell, Jimothy's owner, first spotted the tiny raccoon on June 28, 2025, describing him as “a raccoon-colored koosh ball”.123
Trammell observed Jimothy's clumsy movements and the attentive care of his mother, who would often carry him when he fell. “There’s no mistaking him. He has a specific mode of movement: no elbows, no knees,” Trammell noted, recalling the raccoon's unique style.
As Jimothy grew, he became a beloved figure in the neighborhood, with Trammell taking measures to protect him from potential dangers, like scaring off a stalking cat with a clementine. The local crows, known for their alarm calls, also seemed to recognize Jimothy's special presence, remaining silent when he was around.910
When Jimothy's videos went viral, Trammell was surprised by the overwhelming positive response, stating, “It’s rare for everyone to get behind something this quickly.” Despite offers to monetize Jimothy's fame, Trammell has chosen to keep the focus on the raccoon’s charm rather than profit, saying, “I don’t think making money off this little guy seems like the right thing to do.”15
“Ben Trammell first spotted the orphaned kit on June 28, 2025, and named him Jimothy after watching his mother carry him like 'a raccoon-colored koosh ball'. Trammell has declined monetization offers, saying 'I don’t think making money off this little guy seems like the right thing to do.'”
