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Several hungry raccoons were chased off a B.C. couple’s deck this week by one over-confident house cat – who was ultimately lucky to saunter away unscathed.

Video shows the raccoons feasting on a compost bin outside a home in New Westminster shortly before 1:30 a.m. Monday when Midna the cat suddenly bursts through a pet door, giving the scavenging wildlife a considerable fright.

While the raccoons initially retreat onto a staircase, it doesn’t take them long to regain their confidence. Four pairs of glowing eyes gradually emerge as the animals creep back toward the deck to continue their meal.

Midna’s owner, Colin Fraser, told CTV News she’s not one to back down when faced with a threat.

“If you ever take her to the vet, she’s the worst animal in the world – she’s a little hell-spawn,” said Fraser. “But then at home, she’s super loving.”

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