What is one of the tricks a raccoon uses to throw off dogs scent?

Raccoons don't really have a specific trick to throw off dogs' scent. However, they do use a combination of strategies to avoid detection:

* Nocturnal Habits: Raccoons are primarily active at night, when their scent is less noticeable to dogs. This reduces the chances of a dog picking up their trail.

* Precise Foot Placement: Raccoons are very careful about where they place their paws, often walking on the edges of paths or in areas where their scent won't be as easily detected.

* Using Water: Raccoons are known to wash their food and even their paws in water, which helps dilute their scent.

* Their Strong Smell: Raccoons actually have a fairly strong musk, but it's not a common scent that dogs are actively looking for.

Instead of trying to hide their scent, raccoons rely more on their cunning and agility to avoid predators.