Foxes For Sale Owning a Fox as a pet There has been a lot of research lately around domesticating foxes. Red Fox female. Hand raised and tame. Should you Choose a Fox? Domesticating a fox Domestication is much more than taming. The Bottom Line Owning a fox as a pet is definitely a one-in-a-lifetime experience, both exciting and time-consuming. Comments Joe Greyson on September 1.
Wayne Kleinschmidt on August I had a fox as a pet. They are a lot of fun and very loyal. Everyone needs to remember they can't just eat dog food. The ones we had had been taken by DNR and brought to us because people didn't do their due diligence. Before you get one please talk to zoo keepers, read books, talk to DNR. It broke my heart to see them when we got them. You must remember they are very social animals and need attention.
They in a lot of ways like a 3 year old child. I'll get off my soap box now. I love them. They do make great pets if you understand them. Olive oil on June Im looking through at least 3 pages and i see almost the same kinds of foxes. Im looking for a kit fox baby and i hope i will be able to get one soon enough. I love foxes on May Nicoli Hodge on April Cheyenne on April Haley hoang on April Beware of digging and scent marking with this fox species, too. Physical Characteristics: Unusually large ears; yellowish-gray coat; black face and legs; black-tipped ears and tail.
Hailing from the North American grasslands, swift foxes Vulpes velox are a small species of fox that are a rare find in the exotic pet trade. This species is known to have a loving temperament and is less noisy and energetic than fennec foxes. Some reports claim this species is easier to train to use a litter box. Swift foxes are omnivores. Its diet includes grasses, fruits, small mammals, carrion, and insects.
In the wild, this species lives up to 6 years. As pets, their life expectancy can increase to 14 years. Physical Characteristics: Dark, grayish, tan coat coloration that extends to a yellowish-tan color across its sides and legs; pale yellow to white-colored throat, chest, and belly; black-tipped tail; black patches on its muzzle; large ears.
The kit fox Vulpes macrotis species is closely related to the swift fox. It is about the same size and is native to southwestern North America. A naturally inquisitive species, it has little fear of humans and can form deep bonds with its owner. In the wild, it is an omnivore. As a pet, it should be fed a combo diet of high quality, protein-rich dog food, cooked or raw meats, vegetables, and fruits for variety. Special treats can include hidden crickets or mealworms to stimulate their foraging instinct.
Very rarely does this species make noise, but when it does, the sounds can include low barks or growls. This fox species is one of the easiest to litter or potty pad train. Being that foxes like to climb, get this species a cat tree or cat condo. Provide a sandbox for this fox to dig holes, which is one of its favorite activities. Physical Characteristics: Big-eared; grayish orange topcoat with a white underbelly; black-tipped tail.
The pale fox Vulpes pallida is native to the Sahara Desert. This species is another rarity in the exotic pet trade. Pale foxes are a low-odor species, easier to train than fennec foxes, and have a friendly disposition. They tend to be vocal and make loud, high-pitched screeches like fennec foxes. Physical Characteristics: Pale, sandy-colored coat; whitish underbelly; long-bodied; relatively short legs; narrow muzzle; long ears and rounded at the top; bushy, black-tipped tail.
Corsac foxes Vulpes corsac hail from northern Asia. Rarely kept as pets in the U. This species is commonly compared to swift foxes in behavior, care, and appearance. Corsac foxes are much easier to potty-train than most foxes, however, they do tend to scent mark and their urine is pungent.
If the fox is not bathed regular, its coat will be smelly. If you keep this species in the home, give it a climbing structure. Expect the fox to heavily shed its coat once a year in the spring. Physical Characteristics: Thick, soft gray coat with silvery tones and whitish underside; black-tipped tail. Actively scan device characteristics for identification.
She is very friendly and never bites or scratches. She can go outside without a lead because she never runs away and she used to be an amazing jumper and runner but she is to old now. She is 7 years old and would fall over if she tried a jump but can still run quite fast. She can be handled very easily and makes a very good show rabbit because whenever I take her to the Marymas fair their is a pet show and I enter her and my dog Cody.
Apart from Wispper their are normally about 30 dogs and she always looks very calm and wins 1st place! Limited availability due to high demand.
Please see our Stock Availability page for more information. Red foxes have a lifespan of 3 years in the wild and 10 to 12 years in captivity. Silver foxes are opportunistic hunters and eaters. They prefer a carnivorous diet but can rely on plant material when meat is scarce.
In the wild, they use different strategies to hunt different prey. When they hunt small animals, they rely on sound to locate the prey and then spring up to pin the victim to the ground and kill by biting it. For larger ground prey, they rely on stalking and rapid pursuit. They also follow strict nutrition requirements from their veterinarians and also add vitamins and minerals to all their food.
Red foxes may range from 17 to 35 inches long head and body with a tail from 12 to 22 inches long. They may weigh 6 to over 20 pounds.
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