Arctic Fox Kit Found Wandering in Oregon Highlights Dangers of Keeping Exotic Animals as Pets

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Portland, OR – A young Arctic Fox was recently seen wandering around Williamwette Park in Oregon. Though originally mistaken for a native species of wild fox featuring a mutation that would deprive its coat of color, wildlife rescuers soon learned they were dealing with someone’s escaped or abandoned pet.

The young fox was found dehydrated and underweight. She was initially captured by the Bird Alliance, a local wildlife group, who determined that the animal had likely been someone’s pet and was thus incapable of surviving on her own.

After treatment for dehydration and other superficial injuries, the Oregon Zoo was willing to accept the animal on a temporary basis, while they searched for a new home in a zoo or wildlife center.

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