Exotic Incident #2587
Incident Date:
10/08/2015
Location:
Charlestown, IN - USA
Facility Name:
Wildlife in Need, Inc.
Facility Type:
Non-accredited Facility (RSZ)
Incident Category:
Animal health issue (RX)
Species:
Other
Animal:
Fennec fox
Animal disposition:
Other
Summary:
Zookeepers failed to obtain veterinary care for a thin Fennec fox who was lethargic and reluctant to walk, had a dull coat, had scabby material sluffing off from inside his left ear, and had a green discharge from both
eyes.
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