Young Fox Receives Tests, Care at Tufts
Natick police found the animal and transported it to Tufts.
A juvenile red fox found by Natick Police and transported to the wildlife clinic at Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine is resting comfortably after undergoing blood tests. Results will give veterinarians at Tufts University Wildlife Clinic more information about the animal’s overall condition, said Thomas Keppeler, associate director for communications at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine. The animal has intestinal issues so tests are being done to determine if it has worms, Keppeler said. The animal was found alone on Hartford Street, Natick police report. Its mother could not be located so the youngster was transported to Tufts. The red fox measures 22 to 32 inches in head and body length, and the tail …
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