Scottish SPCA join PC Fox in Glasgow Southside to rescue a fox cub

The Scottish SPCA was called to assist with a fox cub rescue in the Southside of Glasgow – alongside Police Scotland’s appropriately named PC Fox!
By Kevin McRoberts
Published 23rd Apr 2020, 15:39 BST
PC Robert Fox and Scottish SPCA senior animal rescue officer Jan Toraman with the rescued fox cub. (Photo: Scottish SPCA)PC Robert Fox and Scottish SPCA senior animal rescue officer Jan Toraman with the rescued fox cub. (Photo: Scottish SPCA)
PC Robert Fox and Scottish SPCA senior animal rescue officer Jan Toraman with the rescued fox cub. (Photo: Scottish SPCA)

Scotland’s animal welfare charity was alerted to the cub after police officers saw a gathering of people near King George V docks in Govan and went to investigate.

The group had rescued the cub from a hole it had fallen down which had filled with water.

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The rescue comes off the back of the launch of the Scottish SPCA’s #WildlifeWise campaign which educates the public on when to leave baby animals alone in the wild and when to phone its animal helpline.

The little fox cub was rescued by a group of people who saw her fall into a water-filled hole. (Photo: Scottish SPCA)The little fox cub was rescued by a group of people who saw her fall into a water-filled hole. (Photo: Scottish SPCA)
The little fox cub was rescued by a group of people who saw her fall into a water-filled hole. (Photo: Scottish SPCA)

Scottish SPCA senior animal rescue officer Jan Toraman said: “Thankfully the cub was spotted by members of the public and it was lucky PC Fox and his colleague happened to be passing by.

“The female cub was immersed in water and was unable to get herself out of the hole. The members of the public rescued the young animal and handed her over into the capable hands of PC Fox.

“PC Fox transported the cub to Govan Police Station where he kept her warm by wrapping her in a towel.

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“When we arrived, she was still cold and damp but if she hadn’t been rescued, she probably wouldn’t have made it.

“We immediately transferred her to our National Wildlife Rescue Centre where she is receiving the care she needs.”

Last year, the Society cared for 50 fox cubs and so far this year have 24 in their care with this new addition.

PC Robert Fox said: “My partner PC Cavanagh and I were pleased to be able to play our part in helping rescue the cub.

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“She certainly helped put a smile on everybody’s face at the office while we waited for the Scottish SPCA and it is good to hear she is doing well.”

The Scottish SPCA campaign #WildlifeWise aims to keep baby animals with their parents.

Vixens can sometimes leave their cubs when they are scavenging for food or looking for a new den.

The Society is asking that people monitor the cubs and check back on them over a few hours to avoid creating an orphan.

The Scottish SPCA animal helpline is open from 7am-9pm every day and can be reached on 03000 999 999. To find out more, about the campaign visit SSPCA #WildlifeWise

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