Fennec foxes (Vulpes zerda) have many attributes that make them attractive as part of living collections and as exotic pets. These engaging little canids are clean, social, and relatively easy to care for. As with other exotics, many of the problems encountered with fennecs appear to be husbandry related. This lecture will lecture will cover the natural history, anatomy, physiology, diet and husbandry of fennec foxes, as well as examination, restraint, and common diseases.
Learning Objectives:
To become familiar with the natural history and wild diet of the fennec fox
To learn about the unique anatomy and physiology of fennec foxes
To learn the proper husbandry and captive diet of fennecs
To learn proper methods of fennec examination and restraint
To become familiar with the common diseases of fennec foxes
To learn about possible zoonoses encountered with fennec foxes
.jpg "Daniel H. Johnson, DVM, DABVP (EXOTIC COMPANION MAMMALS) photo")
