Although wild animals are very different from domestic pets like our cats and dogs, they do share more than a few traits in common. Just like the animals we share our homes with, wild animals are highly intelligent and emotional beings. As such they deserve our care and respect as readily as our pets do – except in the case of wild animals this often means allowing them to live life in the wild unadulterated. But in some cases, we do need to step in to ensure the health and safety of these animals as well.
Lisa the baby fox was abandoned by her mother and would have never survived in the wild on her own. Thankfully, a kind person took her in and is now caring for her at their animal shelter. Little Lisa loves having her belly rubbed and acts like a little content puppy playing with her rescuer.
While we are glad to see Lisa in good hands, we hope that she will be able to return to the wild once she is old enough! Always remember, if you spot a wild animal in need you should always consult a professional wildlife rehabber before stepping in yourself.
NOTE: As an important note, do not try to raise wildlife of any sort unless you’re trained to. Find a local wildlife rehabber or veterinarian asap! Here are some that might help.
lol how adorable, but I think what he really needs is some serious chew toys and very soon been release into the wild
This is the way I play with my cats. Is it just me or did anyone else think that little fox did NOT like the belly rub all that much? It looked like it had its mouth open to protest.
I agree Crystal, the belly rub was in my opinion too rough for such a tiny pup.
Hi there,
I thought the same. It was a bit to much. I can understand that it is a fun for us humans to rub a cute little belly but the little one didn´t really like it so much.