Fox Tales Florida
| Fox Tales Florida Rescue & Sanctuary | |
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| Type | 501(c)(3) Nonprofit wildlife rescue and sanctuary |
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| Headquarters | West Coast, Florida, United States |
| Region served | Florida, United States |
| Purpose | Rescue and provide permanent sanctuary for captive-bred and pet-surrendered foxes |
| Status | Nonprofit organization |
| Website | https://www.foxtalesflorida.com |
| Donation Page | https://www.foxtalesflorida.com/get-involved/ |
Fox Tales Florida Rescue & Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located on Florida’s west coast, licensed by both the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the USDA. The sanctuary specializes in caring for captive-bred foxes, including former pets, surrender cases, and rescued fur-farm individuals, providing permanent sanctuary rather than rehoming.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
History and Mission
Fox Tales Florida was founded in response to the urgent need for **forever homes for captive-bred foxes in the U.S.** It accepts foxes surrendered by owners who can no longer care for them or those rescued from fur farms and cull lists. The sanctuary focuses on providing a high-quality life—complete with enrichment, proper diet, medical care, and companionship—for foxes to live out their years in comfort.:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Facilities and Programs
The sanctuary spans approximately four acres shaded by oak hammocks and bamboo groves. It offers a tranquil environment where foxes can dig, run, play, and rest. Foxes live permanently at the facility and are not placed up for adoption.:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} Visitors can support the sanctuary through:
- **Guided tours**, held by appointment, costing around $25 per person for groups of up to six; visitors may feed raw eggs (in-shell) to foxes as permitted.:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- **Volunteer opportunities**, **donations**, **sponsorships**, and fundraising via coffee sales and an Amazon wish list.:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Residents and Education
All resident foxes receive permanent sanctuary, excellent nutrition, enrichment, medical care, and social interaction. The sanctuary shares individual stories—such as Gretel, a rescue from a fur farm, and Johnny, an ambassador fox—to help educate the public on issues like exotic pet ownership and best practices for wildlife encounters.:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Legal Context and Outreach
Fox Tales Florida provides information via their F.A.Q. that it's legal to own a captive-bred fox in Florida, provided one obtains a Class III exotic animal license from FWC. They also advise on enclosure requirements and emphasize responsible pet ownership.:contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} Through videos and media engagement, the sanctuary demonstrates its work and advocates for humane care and wildlife awareness.:contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}