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Fox Rescued After Getting Head Stuck in Lantern
13 Sep
Summary
- A fox was rescued by veterinarians after its head became trapped in a garden lantern.
- The injured animal was found in Rickmansworth and treated at a wildlife hospital.
- Experts warn garden items with small openings can harm inquisitive wildlife.
A recent rescue operation by wildlife veterinarians successfully freed a young fox that had become trapped with its head inside a garden lantern. The incident occurred after the curious animal was found injured in Rickmansworth. Staff at Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital in Haddenham, Buckinghamshire, were able to remove the lantern.
The rescued fox received a few days of antibiotic treatment for a neck wound sustained during the ordeal. Following the treatment, the animal was deemed healthy enough to be released back into its natural habitat. This event serves as a reminder for garden owners.
Wildlife welfare organizations are advising the public to regularly inspect their gardens for potential hazards. Objects featuring small openings, loops, or cavities can pose a significant risk, particularly to inquisitive animals like foxes, potentially leading to injury or entrapment.
