The Fox Project

Happiness is..... new soft toys! 🦊🦊 'The Mountain Dragons' growing up in their outdoor foster pen 🥰 .uk #growingup #foster #wildluferescue #fox #cub

🦊 What to Do if You See a Lone Fox Cub in Your Garden At this point in fox cub season, it’s common to see young cubs alone in gardens or parks — but don’t worry! Here’s what you need to know: Why might you see a lone cub? Vixens are wonderful mothers who prepare multiple dens before giving birth. They often move their cubs between these dens for safety or if the current den becomes unsuitable. During these moves, she might leave a cub temporarily at a halfway point, where it will wait for her return. This is a normal part of their parenting behaviour. 👉 Should you do anything? Leave the cub alone. Mother foxes have incredible maternal instincts — unless physically impossible, they’ll return for their young. Keep your distance. Observe quietly from afar and avoid disturbing the cub or mother (she may be nearby). Provide water. A shallow dish of fresh water in your garden can help them, especially during dry periods. Monitor, but don’t intervene. If the cub appears injured, in immediate danger, or is vocalising persistently, contact a wildlife professional. 👉 Remember: Foxes are resilient and adapt well to all environments. Your garden can be a safe haven if you give them space and respect. #alone #cub #foxcub #wildliferescue #respect

A 'Freedom Friday' that we are very happy to be able to share. Terrified little 'Bart and Lisa', rescued bruised and bloodied from a football netting entanglement, have been signed off by our vet as fit to go home. Check out how excited they were on their return. 🥰🥰 👉 Please remember that, sadly, not every entanglement rescue ends as fortunately. Many animals do not survive ordeals like this. Let’s keep rolling up our netting when not in use—two minutes of your time can save lives. #entanglement #netting #bart #lisa #wildliferescue

Recently rescued, 'Kitty' was found in a kind household’s kitchen, enjoying their cat's breakfast. 🙈 She has captured our hearts with her stunning appearance - you may wonder why her fur colour is so unique. Here are the possible explanations: 🤍 Fever Coat: This temporary change occurs when a mother fox is sick or stressed during pregnancy. The cub’s fur may appear lighter, grey, or silver due to stress or illness affecting pigment-producing cells. Fever coat usually fades as the cub grows and its adult coat develops. 🤍 Stress Coat: This describes fur changes in response to stress or anxiety. The colour change is temporary and not related to genetics. Once the stressor is removed, the fur colour and texture typically return to normal. 🤍 Genetic Factors: Cubs in a litter can have varying fur colours due to genetics or mutations affecting pigmentation. Some cubs may carry recessive genes or mutations, leading to fur differences from the typical red or orange. These variations reflect natural diversity in the red fox population and do not necessarily indicate a health issue. As Kitty matures, her fur colour may continue to change. Our team will closely monitor this little vixen as she grows, and we’ll keep you updated on her progress. Thank you for your continued support as we work to give Kitty and all the other cubs and adults in our care the best chance for a successful return to the wild! 🦊 .uk/pages/donation #white #unusual #foxcub #redfox #wildliferescue

One of today’s many rescues, but our favourite kind—when the rescued doesn’t need hospital admission. 🥰 We’re sure this little explorer will stay well away from there from now on! #wildliferescue #fox #well #cub #explorer

'Guess what!' He’s whispering… 'There are 28 newly added, fantastic items up for grabs at bargain prices in this week’s Fox Project auction.' 🥰 You can take a look through the link in our bio. Happy bidding! 👉 If you’d like to donate items to help raise funds for orphaned cubs like 'The Bluebells' — who were found three weeks ago huddled together outside their den in a patch of bluebells — please email [email protected]. #bluebells #auction #bid #fundraise #donate

We’re sharing a heartening update about 'Rowland', who faced a terrifying ordeal after becoming trapped in a rodent-poison bin (photos 1). Although he was fortunate to avoid poisoning, Rowland couldn’t be reunited with his mother—there were no sightings or information about her whereabouts. 💔 Today, we’re delighted to bring you a hopeful update. Following careful tests and close observations, Rowland was placed with two other rescued cubs— 'Pigeon' and 'Mr. Big'. The three are now finding immense comfort in each other, supporting one another as they grow (photo 2). They will stay together as they mature and will be soft-released trio when natural dispersal allows. Rowland’s life story isn’t the path we would choose for him, but this close-knit trio represents a compassionate and practical second best—giving them safety, companionship, and the chance to thrive in a natural setting. If you’d like to support these patients or others in our care, you can donate through the link in our bio. Thank you for your generosity. 👉 Poisons are unnecessary. We live alongside natural rat catchers—foxes, badgers, owls, and other wildlife—that are skilled, efficient rat predators. Coexisting with these species helps keep rat populations in balance without harming ecosystems. #poision #ecosystem #wildliferescue #fox foxcub

Entanglement rescue, after entanglement rescue, after entanglement rescue. 💔 Our cub ICU is full of patients suffering from constriction wounds. Yet they are the lucky ones — many others haven’t survived their ordeals. 💔 We share this again to educate and raise awareness. Imagine having to explain to your young child why someone’s blood is in the garden, or why there is a body entangled in their net. Imagine how they would feel. 💔 Please help prevent this suffering: 👉 Always roll up and securely fasten all types of netting when not in use (football, tennis, garden, etc.). It only takes a moment to protect innocent lives from fear, injury, and death. 👉 If you encounter an entangled animal, contact wildlife rescue immediately. Never attempt to free it yourself—injuries or internal damage may not be visible, and improper handling can cause further harm. Wishing scared and bruised 'Lisa & Bart' a speedy recovery. #Entanglement #netting #football #tennis #garden

We’re often asked about feeding foxes because it can be a heartwarming experience, but it’s important to do so responsibly to protect their health and wild nature. Here are a few guidelines for responsible fox feeding. #fox #feeding #protect #wild #wildliferescue

Sunday morning vibes at The Cub Unit 🥰 #sundaymornings #vibes #wildliferescue #foxcubs #cuddlepuddle

Lovely news! 'Lucus', who arrived with a severe degloving injury with ligament exposure, has been signed off by the vet and returned to his wild. Stay safe, handsome boy. 🧡 #fox #wildliferescue #wildlife #wildliferehabilitation #home

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