Urban foxes
There are a number of steps you can take to help prevent fox activity in your area. They include:
- remove potential food sources
- keep rubbish in bins - closed wheelie bins are fox proof
- don't leave bagged rubbish outside
- remove piles of garden clippings
- fill gaps under garden sheds (a fox can squeeze under a 10cm or 4 inch gap and like to shelter under sheds)
- only leave bird food in bird food dispensers
- protect small pets like rabbits and guinea pigs in sturdy hutches (chicken wire isn't strong enough to keep foxes out, use strong welded mesh instead)
- tidy up an overgrown garden
- repair any damaged air bricks (don't block them up - houses need ventilation)
For further information you can contact The Fox Project who will be able to provide advice on fox deterrent.
The Fox Project contacts
- mobile ambulance 01892 731 565
- 9am to 9pm daily
- if calling outside these hours, contact the RSPCA on 0300 1234 999
- admin office 01892 824 111
- Monday and Tuesday, 9am until noon
- Wednesday, 2pm until 5pm
- Thursday and Friday, 9am until 3pm
- email fox@foxproject.org.uk
Page last updated: 14 July 2020
