Hydrotherapy Helps Injured Fox Recover

A fox cub, known as Chance, is currently undergoing intensive hydrotherapy in Nottinghamshire to aid his recovery after being struck by a car. The cub was found with immobile back legs and faced a grim prognosis, but a local wildlife rescue center has stepped in to provide rehabilitation.

Chance's therapy involves assisted swimming sessions in a specialized hydrotherapy pool, typically used for canine rehabilitation. These sessions are designed to help him regain strength and confidence in his hind legs. Vets and specialists are closely monitoring his progress, with the aim of eventually releasing him back into the wild.

This incident highlights a concerning trend, as rescue centers have observed an increase in foxes being hit by vehicles. This rise is attributed to ongoing land development displacing their natural habitats and extreme weather conditions forcing them to seek food in busier areas, including roads, at more frequent times.