If you meet a fox: 3 things not to do now

2023-03-27T11:27:13.770Z

As soon as it is dark, you can run into him: the fox. It is common everywhere in Germany. But how should you behave if you encounter a fox? And what should you avoid?

As soon as it is dark, you can run into him: the fox.

It is common everywhere in Germany.

But how should you behave if you encounter a fox?

And what should you avoid?

The fox is a so-called culture follower: Unlike in fairy tales, he not only lives in the forest, but is also seen more and more often in the city.

People are amazed at how close foxes can get to them without running away.

That's because urban foxes learned a long time ago: as a rule, people do not harm them.

They follow people in their habitats because they find many hiding places and food in cities.

Fox in the city or in the garden: what to do?

As a rule, foxes are not dangerous to humans.

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In addition, foxes and other wild animals are being deprived of their natural habitat as a result of the ever-growing settlement construction.

So if a fox suddenly appears in front of you, you don't have to do anything!

Enjoy the sight of the nocturnal animal and watch it calmly.
If a fox approaches or you feel scared, you can make noise.
Clap your hands or shout loudly to drive the animal away.
It is important that you do not try to pet or feed the animals.

“Foxes are wild animals.

If they become tame, they lose their natural shyness and want to be close to people - that is uncomfortable for many people," said wildlife expert Geva Peerenboom in an interview in the Badische Zeitung.

She has advice for everyone who has foxes in their garden: "Sometimes foxes also steal shoes from nearby terraces and play with them in front of their den.

It's like slippers for the dog.

So it makes sense to keep the shoes in the house or in a shoe cupboard.” If the fox is in the garden or even in the basement, you shouldn't corner it - it will walk away on its own.

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Always follow mom!

In the first few weeks after birth, contact with the mother is immensely important.

The little Bernese Mountain puppies learn from her what is important in dog life.

New in the world, little balls of fur – like the Labrador puppy in the photo – use up a lot of energy because they have to process so many new impressions.

Therefore, the little eyes often close.

If you get a puppy from an animal shelter or from a breeder, you absolutely have to make the apartment "dog-proof" beforehand.

Because the little bundles of energy like the Australian Shepherd in the photo can wreak havoc in the apartment in a very short time.

Young dogs want to be challenged.

Everything becomes a toy – including the watering can, which a German Shepherd puppy is chewing on in the photo.

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The Samoyed in the photo is used to cold temperatures: it is a Nordic breed of dog.

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So, getting to know an adult bulldog can be quite daunting.

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At the latest at the sight of a puppy, many have succumbed to the uncomplicated and family-friendly breed.

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Woman holding a French bulldog in her armsFrench bulldogs are considered to be uncomplicated and cuddly.

As puppies, they explore the world intelligently and attentively – and keep masters and mistresses on their toes.

People who keep chickens or other small animals outside have a bigger problem.

To prevent foxes from getting to you, you should use an outdoor enclosure that is protected on all sides.

Trusting fox: indication of illness and danger?

Foxes are wild animals.

As such, they should actually be very shy - and flee from people rather than approach them.

This has changed with the shared urban environment: some foxes are losing their fear of humans.

Some seem to be particularly interested in them, even running after a person for a few minutes.

For these reasons you need not be afraid of foxes around you:

The biggest prejudice against foxes is that they spread rabies.
According to the World Organization for Animal Health, Germany has been free of "terrestrial rabies" since 2008 - so foxes in this country do not spread the disease.
Foxes that approach are usually just curious.
There are known cases of foxes approaching dogs - to play with them.
Especially during the mating season (December to February), foxes are also out and about during the day and are less shy.

So it is by no means true that foxes only come close to humans when they are sick or a threat.

Some people alert the police when they see foxes.

This is not necessary.

Source: merkur

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