It Was Probably Their Home
The fox family had most likely made their home in the trash-filled yard where they were discovered. When their mothers go hunting, it’s not uncommon for fox cubs to be left alone in their dens. It’s no surprise that Mcgettrick mistook the cubs for abandoned puppies.
They Need To Act Quickly
In any case, the NFWS needed to act quickly to reunite the cubs with their mother before she moved on. Fortunately, Beccie was able to obtain contact information for both Mcgettrick and the animal shelter where the cubs were being held. Meanwhile, Paul McDonald, a local fox rescuer, was already assisting the NFWS.