Again and again, wild animals illegally enter private households as exotic pets. The five-month-old arctic fox “Wukk” stands out especially in animal shelter Vösendorf with his radiant white fur and two differently colored eyes. Here the playful young was examined and cared for after his arrival and is now looking for a species-appropriate home in a wildlife park or zoo.
Arctic foxes, including the “Wukk” young fox, are actually native to North America, Siberia, Greenland, Scandinavia, and Iceland. Due to its silky coat, which keeps it warm even in temperatures down to minus 50 degrees, breeding on fur farms is still in high demand. But the trend towards more and more unusual pets is also causing the arctic fox to appear in extra-natural areas. Thus, the cheeky “Wukk” came to the animal shelter after being officially handed over in Vösendorf.
“Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for wild animals such as ‘Wukk’ to find their way into private households due to their unusual nature and appearance. However, it should be clear to everyone that a fox is not a pet,” says animal shelter manager Stephan Scheidl. “Foxes need a lot of exercise and exercise, ie a minimum of 300 square meters if they are kept private, and also enough activity. You cannot train them. like dogs, let them walk on a leash or teach them commands.”
Source: Krone
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