Glad he came out alright - although Im sure it seemed otherwise at the time. I do try to keep an eye out for critters. There are a couple of places along my commute where the habitat is suitable for racoons. And of course, here in the South, opossums are always a possibility. An occasional deer could also appear out of nowhere, especially once hunting season begins next month.
The one animal I confess a worry over is the dog. Rural folks often leave their hounds outside to roam at night, even though they should not. I am not out far enough that feral dogs are likely but the average farm mutt could show up - and I've sen a few dead along the road over the seasons.