How To Get a Pet Fox
It’s almost baby season–which means our inbox is flooded with messages daily from people asking us to sell them a fox/raccoon/bobcat/opossum/etc. As a sanctuary, we do not breed, sell, or rehome our animals to the public. However, we are here to educate you about owning captive-bred wildlife. What To Consider When Getting a Pet […]
Social Media’s Exotic Pet Problem
Social Media’s Exotic Pet Problem Viral videos of pet foxes and raccoons make my life harder. Don’t get me wrong, I think they are adorable and I love watching them, but these videos also result in me having to do more paperwork. Allow me to explain: If you’re on social media, then you’ve seen viral […]
Do Domesticated Foxes Exist?
Do Domesticated Foxes Exist? Short answer: No. Truly domesticated foxes do not exist. Long answer–Still no (ft. the Russian Silver Fox Experiment) With the rise in popularity of pet foxes on social media, I often find myself telling people “Actual domestic foxes are not real, and anyone who is trying to sell you one or […]
Are Red Foxes Legal Pets In My State?
Are Red Foxes Legal In My State? We here at Exotic Pet Wonderland understand how hard it can be to get straight info on the legality of exotic pet ownership, so we’ve created this list to more easily answer the question “Are red foxes legal pets in my state?” Are red foxes legal pets in […]
Are Red Foxes Legal Pets in Tennessee?
Are Red Foxes Legal Pets in Tennessee? It is legal to keep a red fox as a pet in Tennessee with a permit, as long as the animal is purchased from a USDA licensed breeder. The foxes must be captive born and cannot be taken from the wild. If you want a pet red fox […]
Do Pet Foxes Smell?
Do Pet Foxes Smell? Foxes smell very strong, just ask anyone who comes close to us here at Exotic Pet Wonderland! The smell of the fox can very depending on the species, but the bigger the fox, the more they are likely to smell. Their scent comes from not only their excrement, but also several […]