Red Fox Arguing With A Cat

I found a fox den in the back yard. Very close to where this was filmed. So far I've counted 7 young cubs! Looks like momma was protecting her babies!Show more

Do Foxes Hunt Cats?

Foxes do not hunt cats, as a food source. Situations where a cat is eaten by a fox, are rare in the wild. Feral cats that are adults are the same size as foxes, and the two would most likely avoid each other. They both eat smaller mammals, such as rodents and small rabbits.

Foxes are predators so there is always a chance that they will hunt what is available to them. They could also see an opportunity, if a cat is wounded, or is too young to defend itself. Even in urban settings, there is very little chance of your housepet getting attacked by a fox.

The statistics for cats killed by foxes in neighborhoods show that only a very small percentage of cats are killed by foxes in urban settings. In some cases, foxes can be mistaken for other predators, such as coyotes and wild dogs. Most of the information available is reported by homeowners, in online forums.
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How to Keep Your Cat Safe From Foxes

If you are worried that a fox is getting into your yard, and that your cat is in danger, then there are a few things you can do to help keep them safe.

Keep your cats indoors. This is the most effective way to keep them safe from any wild animal. Even if they are outside cats, if you see a fox or wild animal, you should bring your pets inside, where it is safe.

Fortify your yard. You can help keep wild animals and foxes out, by having a good fence. If your fence has any vulnerabilities, like holes, or boards that are broken, fix them. You can also put up a wire fence, into the ground, that keeps foxes from digging under the fence and getting in.

Scream and yell at the fox. Foxes get scared very easily. If you spot a fox in your yard and feel that you or your cat/pets are in danger, scream and wave your arms. This will help scare them away and may keep them from coming back.
What Do Urban Foxes Eat?

Some people see urban foxes as pests or vermin. They are not legally classified as vermin, and they help get rid of pests such as rodents. The urban fox’s diet is made up of several sources, such as rodents, food from trash bins, food set out by people, and whatever else they can find.
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