Why is it bad to own a fox?

Foxes require a lot of time, energy, money and expertise that most people simply don’t have. Most animal advocacy groups strongly advise against keeping a fox as a pet. Although they’re fun to look at, foxes should usually be left to live non-domesticated lives in their natural habitat.

What are the cons of owning a fox?

They are not domesticated and have a few drawbacks. Perhaps their worst offense is that they have the smelliest urine of the fox breeds. Spaying or neutering may help reduce the odor a little bit. They also have a propensity to dig and need much more room to dig and play than other breeds.

Can a fox be a good pet?

The reality is they don’t make great pets, and in some states it is illegal to own one. Foxes are wild animals, meaning they have not been domesticated. Unlike other species like dogs and cats, which have been bred to live easily with people, foxes don’t do well as indoor animals.

Can you domesticate a fox?

Unlike dogs, no foxes in the US have been domesticated. All species of fox are considered wild animals, including red, gray, arctic, and Fennec foxes. This means that, in the US, the answer to whether you can own a fox is more than likely “no.” Only 15 states allow private individuals to own foxes as pets.

Can you train a fox like a dog?

Foxes can be trained, but they are not trainable in the same way as a dog is. Dogs have been bred to value serving their human over almost anything else, while foxes have not. Training a fox requires serious dedication.

Can a fox be tamed?

Can foxes love humans?

They can form a bond with their humans, and other pets in the household. Wild foxes, on the other hand, are unpredictable. This doesn’t mean that they are dangerous to dogs or other house pets, but you should beware, just in case.

Why are foxes not popular as pets?

Most exotic pets lack popularity, because the general public is unwilling to tolerate their traits and needs that pertain to activity level, house manners, and housing requirements. If you are adaptable and do not have unreasonable expectations for foxes to behave like calmer domesticated pets, perhaps a fox can be for you.

Is it safe to have a pet red fox?

But still, many pet owner says that can be sweet if take proper precautions and give proper care to them. The Red foxes fall under non-domesticated species in most state regulations. The size of red foxes are larger than fennec foxes and have more body odor than fennec foxes. They also need a large room to play and dig.

Do you have a right to own a pet fox?

For instance, even if you are within your right to own your pet fox, you may still end up losing hours and hours of time and thousands of dollars to legal processes in order to defend that right. So it’s generally best to keep their existence quiet. What About Domesticated Foxes?

What happens if a pet Fox bites you?

Consequently, in most jurisdictions, if a pet fox or other exotic mammal bites someone and that person reports it, the animal will most likely be euthanized so it can be tested for rabies.