Can foxes be domesticated?
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.
How long do domesticated foxes live?
Red fox: 3 – 4 yearsFox / Lifespan
What states allow you to own a fox?
It is legal to own a fox in the following 15 states:
- Arkansas.
- Florida.
- Indiana.
- Kentucky.
- Michigan.
- Missouri.
- Nebraska.
- New York.
Are pet foxes affectionate?
What Are Foxes Like? Foxes kept as pets in the house are known to bond very closely with their owners and tend to be wary of strangers. With their human parents, they can be quite affectionate and playful. They are adorable creatures who can keep you entertained for hours with their antics.
Can you really buy a domesticated fox?
The short answer is not in most states. In a small number of states, certain fox species are legal as pets, although most officials will try to discourage it. This is mostly due to a bias against ‘unusual’ animals being kept as pets and the perception that owning anything other than a dog or cat is “unnecessary”.
How much does a domesticated fox cost?
“ Fox – British Wildlife Centre ” ( CC BY-SA 2.0 ) by Airwolfhound How much does a domesticated fox cost? The cost of a truly domestic fox can cost around $5,000 to $9,000 for just the purchase from a reputable organization that truly breeds domesticated foxes.
Can a Fox be domesticated as a pet?
Unfortunately for people who think having a pet fox would just be the MOST AWESOME thing in the world, a domesticated fox is still a fox. It’s still an animal that requires considerable space, marks its territory with a MOST pungent odor, and eats a specialty carnivore diet. So, while it may be domesticated, it’s still not a house pet.
Why were foxes never domesticated?
Probably, because they are useless as domestic animals, too smart to be pets and way too strong for a human to be safe around them. You may find a very convincing answer to your question in the short story “The Ape Lady in Retirement” by one of my all time favorite authors, T. C. Boyle. 765 views View upvotes Related Answer Quora User