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Licensed Fox Rescue & Wild Canine Rehabilitation Sanctuary in Michigan
Welcome to The Felix Foundation! We are a home-based, DNR-licensed and IWRC-certified large mammal rehabilitation center and sanctuary specializing in wild canines. We provide lifelong care for more than 30 non-releasable foxes and coyote hybrids who cannot return to the wild. We also rehabilitate injured and orphaned wild canines, releasing them back into their natural habitat whenever possible. Our work is funded entirely by donations.
- ✔ DNR licensed wildlife rehab facility
- ✔ IWRC certified since 2018
- ✔ 501(c)(3) nonprofit wildlife sanctuary (EIN: 85-1542772)
© 2025 The Felix Foundation. All rights reserved.
Dakota Fox is a permanent resident vixen known for her friendliness.
Who We Are
The Felix Foundation is a licensed, experienced wildlife rehabilitation and sanctuary facility in Michigan. We specialize in foxes, coyotes, and other wild canines. Some animals stay with us only while they heal, then return to the wild. Others, usually foxes from the pet trade or animals with permanent injuries, remain in our care for life.
Foxes are not domestic animals. Many of the foxes who arrive here began as someone's "exotic pet" and were surrendered when their needs became overwhelming. Others are confiscated, or are non-releasable after trauma. Our job is to make sure they have safety, enrichment, medical support, and dignity for the rest of their lives.
We receive no state or federal funding. Public support keeps food in bowls, keeps heat on in the winter, and pays for emergency veterinary care. Your help matters.
© 2020– The Felix Foundation Fox Rehab and Sanctuary — a DBA of Mother of Many Wildlife Rehab, Inc.How You Can Help
Your support provides food, medical care, enrichment, and safe habitats for foxes who cannot survive in the wild. Every dollar goes directly to animals in our care.
Sponsor a Fox Monthly
Become a monthly guardian for one of our permanent residents. Get a certificate, photos, updates, and the knowledge that you are keeping that animal safe.
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Send Supplies (Wishlist)
Want to help feed foxes, or keep them warm and enriched? You can ship critical items like high-quality food, bedding, enrichment toys, and medical supplies directly to us.
Open WishlistSponsorship Levels
Monthly sponsorships provide predictable funding for food, medicine, and habitat upkeep. Choose a level, and become part of a fox's story.
Silver
$25 /month
$250 /year
- Sponsorship certificate
- Photo & bio of your fox
- Felix Foundation sticker
- Quarterly Gift
- Newsletter subscription
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Gold
$50 /month
$500 /year
- Everything in Silver
- Your fox featured in social posts
Platinum
$100 /month
$1,000 /year
- Everything in Gold
- Yearly calendar
- On-site monthly visit (after 3 months of subscription)
Meet Our Residents
These foxes non-releasable for medical or legal reasons, and will remain in sanctuary care for life. Your sponsorship helps them live safely, comfortably, and with dignity.
Georgia
Female Red Fox (Silver). Rescued with George from a neglect case in Grand Junction. Gentle and curious; she keeps a playful rivalry with Dakota across the fence.
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Cub
Male Red Fox (Red). Copper's brother and his mellow twin in spirit. Named "Cub" because he looked like a little bear cub as a baby.
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Cora
Female Red Fox (Red). Surrendered as a youngster; small and sensitive, she does best with calm routines. Loves toys and chicken jerky.
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Diva
Female Red Fox (Cross). A pet surrender whose owner learned a permit was required. Shy, gentle, and gaining confidence each day.
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Felix
Male Red Fox. The fur-farm rescue who inspired this sanctuary. Spicy with humans, but utterly devoted to Ava.
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Roo
Male Red Fox. Wild-born and shy; recovering beautifully after losing a leg. Loves squeaky toys and soft beds.
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Ghost
Male Red Fox (Leucistic). Pet surrender when permits and space fell short. Known for his adorable underbite and strong bond with his trainer-he's a fan favorite.
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Ava
Female Red Fox (Dakota Gold). Our first fox saved from a fur farm, transferred from SaveAFox in 2023 to be a friend for Felix. A sweet soul who settled in beautifully.
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Athena
Female Red Fox (Silver). Came from a trusted contact who was overwhelmed. Quiet and elusive; healed well after a past tail injury and often leads gently in her space.
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Dakota
Female Red Fox (Dakota Gold). Found approaching people for food at a wildlife refuge; volunteers and local law enforcement helped bring her to safety. She's thriving with patient care and enrichment. Loves Venison, Chicken Jerky and Sardines.
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Disco
Male Red Fox (Pearl Cross). Pet surrender who recovered from heat stroke and seizures; he battled through a tough start. Curious and playful-loves new toys and treats.
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Clover
Male Red Fox (Cross). Confiscated by Indiana DNR after being sold on a street corner; a rehabber sought placement and we stepped in. He even flew to us on a small private plane and is thriving with steady care.
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George
Male Red Fox (Silver). Rescued with Georgia from a neglect case in Grand Junction. Relaxed and watchful-enjoys bantering with his neighbor, Rusty.
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Khaleesi
Female Red Fox (Marble). Surrendered with Floki; very sweet and social. Big fan of squeaky pigs and venison.
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Noodle
Female Red Fox. Noodle is a wild-born red fox who arrived as a very sick kit with a severe ear infection that cost her an outer ear. After months of care, our vet transferred her to us, and she is now a beloved ambassador under our scientific collectors permit.
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Floki
Male Red Fox (Lavender). Surrendered when his family moved and couldn't keep him (with Khaleesi). Shy at first, now brave enough to take treats from friends.
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Crimson
Male Red Fox (Silver). Fur-farm survivor with a big personality. Protective with neighbors but playful with friends-and very treat-motivated.
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Kali
Female Red Fox (Fire and Ice). Transferred from Foxes Journey after struggling with group dynamics. Loves people, dogs, and fresh enrichment.
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Copper
Male Red Fox (Red). Cub's brother-calm and observant, often hanging back from the bustle. With us since he was only a few weeks old.
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Miss Kitty
Female Red Fox (Silver). Pet surrender who adores toys and snacks. Friendly, playful, and always up for enrichment time.
Sponsor Miss Kitty →Found An Injured Fox, Coyote, Or Other Wild Canine?
Stay calm. Contain the animal only if it is safe for you to do so. Place it in a warm, dark, quiet space (no noise, no pets, no kids). Do not feed or water. Then contact us immediately.
Emergency Wildlife Intake (Call/Text):
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Please Do Not:
- Do not call Animal Control or Pest Control first. Call a Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator; removal-focused responses almost always result in euthanasia.
- Do not attempt to raise wild fox kits or coyote pups yourself. It is illegal in many areas without permits.
- Do not offer food or water unless instructed. This can cause aspiration or shock.
- Do not keep a wild animal as a pet. Our goal is release when possible, not captivity.
Foxes as Pets
If you're researching fox ownership, please read this entire section first.
If you're reading this, you're likely looking for information on keeping foxes as pets. Before anything else, it's important to understand that the only time a wild-born fox should be kept in captivity is when a permanent injury or condition prevents them from surviving on their own. A wild fox belongs in the wild unless release is impossible.
Keeping captive-born foxes as pets can be rewarding, but only if you enter into it with realistic expectations, the proper permits, and a solid understanding of their needs. Foxes are not indoor pets. They are destructive, carry a natural musky odor, and they communicate with their mouths—mouthing, nipping, and grabbing are all normal behaviors.
You may have seen TikToks or Instagram videos of friendly foxes cuddling in bed with their owners. Those clips are adorable, but they are not representative of typical fox behavior. Most foxes will not live quietly in a home or behave like domesticated pets.
Still not discouraged? That’s alright—I wasn’t either. Read on…
Your First Step: Know the Law
Before anything else, make sure you understand and comply with your state’s regulations. Some states require specific permits, minimum enclosure sizes, or proof of experience. Follow the rules—never try to keep a fox “under the radar.” If you're caught, your fox can be confiscated and, in some cases, euthanized. It's not worth the risk.
If you are located in Michigan, we are happy to provide education on fox ownership, licensing requirements, and proper enclosure design. This consultation covers diet and costs, caging, enrichment, and guidance on how to obtain the correct permits. As a wildlife rehabilitator, Jolene is experienced in animal nutrition and in designing secure, DNR-compliant enclosures that meet the needs of captive foxes.
Contact Us about Fox Ownership Consultancy
Contact Us
For emergencies, please call or text. For general questions, sponsorship, or education requests, email or use the form.
Emergency Wildlife Intake (Call/Text)
Sanctuary Location (Mail Only)
3950 Crandall Rd
Howell, MI
48855
United States
Howell, MI
48855
United States
Please do not arrive unannounced. Many of our residents are permanent sanctuary animals who cannot be legally transferred, and we limit stress and contact for their safety.
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Donations
Online donations are the quickest way to put food, medicine, and safe shelter directly into fox paws. Gifts are processed through trusted payment providers over secure, encrypted connections — we don’t store your card details on our site. You can make a one-time gift, set up a monthly pledge for steady care, or choose a sponsorship level if you’d like to follow a specific fox’s story. Many donors also add a note or dedicate a gift in someone’s honor, and most receive an email receipt right away. However you give, it helps us say “yes” to the next rescue who needs a warm bed and a second chance.
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Baby Season Help
Spring and summer are the busiest times for wildlife raising their young. If you discover a den, nest, or babies on your property, please don’t move or relocate them.
We can teach you how to humanely evict wildlife families so parents can take their babies safely with them. Relocating or disturbing young animals almost always separates mothers from their babies — the young usually don’t survive, and displaced adults often struggle to find food or shelter in unfamiliar territory.
While we specialize in wild canines like foxes and coyotes, we’re always willing to help all species — from mice to raccoons to coyotes. If you’re unsure what to do, reach out before taking action.
- Don’t relocate wildlife, especially mothers with young.
- Don’t try to raise wild babies yourself — even with good intentions.
- Don’t trap or block access to a den before confirming all babies are gone.
- Don’t handle wildlife without expert guidance.
We’ll help you keep wildlife families together.
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False Myths: Foxes & Coyotes
Quick myth-busters you can share. These address the most common claims used to justify harming wildlife — in plain language.
Fox Myths
Myth: “Foxes attack pets and children.”
Fact: Attacks are extremely rare. Foxes avoid people. Most incidents are a fox defending itself from a chasing dog or protecting nearby kits.
Myth: “Foxes kill for fun.”
Fact: They cache extra prey for later — a survival strategy, not cruelty.
Myth: “Foxes spread rabies everywhere.”
Fact: Rabies in foxes is uncommon and less frequent than in some other wildlife.
Myth: “They’re invasive and don’t belong here.”
Fact: Red and gray foxes are native across most of North America.
Myth: “The only good fox is a dead fox.”
Fact: Foxes control rodents, disperse seeds, and keep ecosystems healthy.
Coyote Myths
Myth: “Coyotes lure dogs or cats to ambush them.”
Fact: Coyotes don’t plot ambushes — they flee. If a dog chases one toward its family/territory, others may defend themselves.
Myth: “Coyotes attack people all the time.”
Fact: Attacks are extremely rare — far rarer than dog bites. Coyotes prefer to stay unseen.
Myth: “Killing coyotes keeps populations down.”
Fact: It backfires. Lethal control triggers higher breeding rates and larger litters.
Myth: “They’re destroying wildlife.”
Fact: Coyotes help balance ecosystems by controlling rodents and removing weak or sick animals.
Myth: “They’re not afraid of us anymore.”
Fact: Human feeding and habitat loss reduce fear — it’s a human-caused problem, not coyote aggression.