Grace Coolidge, Raccoon – $600
Rebecca was a former “first pet” after she was owned by and living in the White House with the former first lady, Grace Coolidge. The raccoon was a first of its kind in the presidential quarters to live as a pet and was a shock and amazement to many.
Rebecca was never purchased or gifted to Mrs. Coolidge but rather was sent to the White House to be a part of the Thanksgiving dinner (yeah, she was supposed to be eaten! Lol) but instead captured the heart of the president and wife who decided to spare her life. Now here is an exotic pet, saved by the bell!