Bite-happy-Zwieber can enjoy herself in quarantine!

A few months ago in Limburg a couple bought little Zwieber from an animal dealer. Who wouldnt fall for such a cute creature! The couple felt that the young arctic fox appeared unhappy. They made a quick decision and headed home with their new pet, armed with dog food and other articles which the animal dealer had assured them they needed.

How sweet and cuddly Zwieber looked, she was absolutely not prepared to be lovingly stroked. As small as she was, she fiercely resisted being cuddled, even by biting! Because Zwieber already had her adult teeth her bites were no longer playful, but attacks from an angry predator.

Growing up with other arctic fox pups

In short, it was obvious that Zwieber was not planning to behave as a pet. Eventually the couple contacted AAP and their doubts about handing her over were soon taken away by the good explanation of how AAP works and the idea finding her a home where she can grow up with other arctic fox pups was very appealing.

Gritting her teeth

On Saturday 3 October, Zwieber arrived in the quarantine at AAP. The next few weeks will be difficult for her alone in the quarantine, shell have to grit her teeth to get through, but the keepers will give her plenty of toys that she can set her teeth in!