{"product_id":"bat-eared-fox-the-complete-keepers-guide-care-housing-feeding-health-and-enrichment-tips-9798242995727","title":"Bat-Eared Fox: The Complete Keeper's Guide - Care, Housing, Feeding, Health, and Enrichment Tips","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Tamara Patton\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Life Sciences - Zoology - Ethology (Animal Behavior)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBat-eared foxes are small, sharp-witted canids with an unforgettable look and very specific care needs.\u003c\/b\u003e Native to arid regions of Eastern and Southern Africa, they're known for their oversized ears, social nature, and a diet that leans heavily toward insects, especially termites.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis practical guide is for readers who want \u003cb\u003eresponsible, high-welfare care\u003c\/b\u003e and the full reality before committing. You'll understand what makes bat-eared foxes different from familiar pets, how their dawn-dusk and nighttime habits shape daily routines, and why their social behavior affects housing and companionship planning.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside you'll learn: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to choose a healthy bat-eared fox and what strong body condition can look like in an exotic canid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to plan housing that supports natural behaviors like digging, foraging, and scent work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding and nutrition thinking that respects their insect-forward biology, including enrichment feeding and foraging simulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling and socialization approaches that build trust without forcing interaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth and wellness habits focused on prevention, early detection, and working with qualified exotic-animal veterinary care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnrichment strategies that prevent boredom and stress by encouraging problem-solving, digging, and varied substrates\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou'll also get a clear view of long-term commitment. With excellent care, bat-eared foxes can live for many years in captivity, so your setup, budget, and routine must be built for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant: \u003c\/b\u003e Laws and permit requirements vary by location. This book encourages legal compliance and ethical acquisition, including choosing captive-bred animals where permitted and appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47595036246167,"sku":"9798242995727","price":1180.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798242995727.webp?v=1774988144","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/bat-eared-fox-the-complete-keepers-guide-care-housing-feeding-health-and-enrichment-tips-9798242995727","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}