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Science Coronavirus Coverage How antivirals may change the course of the pandemic. Science Coronavirus Coverage U. Travel A road trip in Burgundy reveals far more than fine wine. The Fennec Fox is the smallest of the foxes. This makes them more sought after as a pet. The large ears is a major characteristic that makes them so easily identified from other fox species.
The ears are used to radiate body heat and lower their temperature, they have adopted to surviving the Sahara desert. Their coat is very soft and beige in color. The soles of the feet are covered in long fur to allow the fox to travel on the desert sand very easily.
The natural habitat that you will find a fennec fox is in the Sahara desert of Africa. They enjoy living in the sandy areas that contain dunes. Their diet includes small rodents, birds, reptiles, eggs, and insects. They will also eat fruits and seeds. They will have a favorite spot to eat at.
This may be anywhere, so make sure that there is not any toxics in the cage that could be digested with the food, like litter that you may have in their litter pan. The fox will hunt for its food at night. The Fennec Fox is a social animal. They will be found in the wild in groups of up to individuals. Fennec's being a social animal will make them a good pet because like the domestic dog, they will enjoy your company and want to be with you.
But like any social animal, you may come across one that wants to be the dominant one in the group With training, you can keep this in check. The fox lives in dens that they will dig themselves. These dens can be several yards deep. Fennec's dig at great speeds which is something to think about when considering one for a pet.
They may dig out of the yard quickly if precautions are not taken. They are small enough to fit through a chain linked fence. It would be best to build an enclosure specifically for the fox that is dig proof.
Or for enrichment for the fox, dig the wire fencing down into the ground about feet below their enclosure so that they can dig. Digging is a natural behavior that they will do. Also they may show this digging behavior in your home. In their natural environment, they breed in mid to late winter and will have cubs in March or April.
A fennec fox will live years in captivity so do educate yourself about this species before buying one. You can train them to walking on a leash. A group of foxes are called a skulk or a leash. The male fox is called a reynard The female fox is called a vixen A baby fox is called a kit. Are Polar Bears Kept as Pets?
Caring for and Buying Pet Baby Otters. Can Fossas Be Pets? Sables as Pets. Hand raised and tame. Bottle fed. Love to play. Facts about wild fennec foxes These small foxes are found throughout the sandy regions of the Sahara deserts of Northern Africa. Fennec foxes weigh about 1 kilogram or 2. They reside in arid areas with sand dunes. Their large ears serve to help locate prey and dissipate heat. Weighing around only 1 kilogram, Fennec Foxes are the smallest of all foxes.
They are easily recognised by their massive ears, large black eyes and small muzzle. Their large ears act like radiators and dissipate heat, as well as providing excellent hearing to detect prey.
The thick fur helps insulate the fox against the cold, desert nights. They prefer sandy deserts and semi-deserts, with stable sand dunes, in which they can burrow. Their nocturnal habits help them deal with the searing daytime heat of the desert environment. You also can put your fox on a long leash to let it run around outside, as long as it's under your supervision.
While indoors, your fennec will likely jump on furniture and could potentially knock over decorations and other items as it plays. So it's important to put away breakables and anything that might injure your animal. Fennecs generally should be kenneled when you're not able to supervise them simply because they will get into everything. If you don't have a suitable outdoor pen, use a dog crate indoors.
Furthermore, some fennecs can be trained to use a litter box indoors. A covered box works best due to their tendency to dig. A lot of litter will fly out of the box otherwise. The training process involves taking the fox frequently to the litter box and giving lots of treats when it succeeds in using the box. You can use the same method to train the fox to relieve itself outdoors. Never punish an animal for accidents in the house.
In the wild, fennec foxes are omnivores that eat a varied diet of meat and plants, including rodents, birds, insects, and fruit. An optimal diet for a pet fennec fox is a commercial wild canid diet, which is what many zoos feed them. But most owners feed their fennecs a mix of dog food, cat food, vegetables, and fruit. Consult your veterinarian on the right quantity and variety for your fox, as this can vary depending on age, size, and activity level.
Most owners feed meals twice a day, though you should follow your vet's recommendations on this. You can simply put the food in a bowl for your fox, or you can hide some in a treat puzzle to give your pet some mental enrichment.
Also, provide a bowl of clean water at all times. Before you even acquire a fennec fox, you must make sure there is an exotic veterinarian near you who will treat such an animal. Fennecs need preventative care similar to dogs. They should be routinely vaccinated for rabies, canine distemper virus, parvovirus, and adenovirus. Your vet should be able to recommend the correct course of vaccines.
A yearly wellness exam is recommended, and your vet will advise you on deworming, heartworm prevention, and flea control if necessary. Common health problems in fennecs are similar to what many dogs experience. They are prone to kidney, liver, and heart disease, especially if their diet is poor.
Symptoms of these diseases include lethargy and a lack of appetite.
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