Recognizing fox droppings and removing them properly is important, because a pathogen can pose a health risk from fox solution. It can be distinguished by the following features.
Heavy distinction
If animal droppings are found in the garden, the neighboring cat is quickly under suspicion. On lots without a fence, it could also be the dog next door. But also about a marten, badger or raccoon. It is not easy, especially for laypeople, to distinguish the fox solution from the droppings of other animals. However, since fox excretions can be dangerous for humans and pets due to a parasite, great care should be taken when removing them.
Size and shape
Fox droppings are usually two inches thick and three to eight inches long. The individual pieces of excrement are each pointed at the end.
colour
Gray, dark brown or black are possible colors. However, the color is largely of it
depends on what the diet of the respective fox consisted of. Usually, however, the color is very dark.Consistency and composition
Fox droppings are usually firm and comparatively dry. Which components of the food can still be recognized depends on what the fox was able to get hold of. Insects, fur hair, and seeds are not uncommon, but they do not have to be present.
odor
The smell of the fox droppings is usually not strong and also depends on what the animal has eaten. However, it is usually not noticeable from a distance. The manure can only be seen when it is fresh and when it is removed directly.
localization
One of the clearest features that can be used to identify fox solution is the location of the droppings. Because, unlike cats and other animals, foxes do not cover their solution with soil and bury it in sand, but use it specifically as a marker.
It is also not uncommon for the stool to increase
- Tufts of grass
- Ground cover
- Stones
- Lawn edges
- low but outstanding objects
- Stairs
The foxes can use it not only to mark their fixed territory, but also to indicate, among other things, where they have found food. Accessible compost heaps with leftover food, open or damaged garbage cans and food forgotten outside should therefore be avoided.
Tip: If animal droppings are repeatedly found in the garden, a game camera can be set up to determine which species of animal is leaving them behind.
Correctly remove fox droppings
Removing fox solution in such a way that it poses no danger to humans or pets is, in principle, very easy. Dog owners already know the principle from removing the faeces of their four-legged friends.
- A plastic bag - for example a special poop bag for dogs, or a plastic bag - is placed over the hand.
- The bag should be checked for any weak spots, holes and tears. Only when it is completely tight and intact can it be removed to remove the feces.
- With the hand protected in this way, the manure is picked up and the bag is put over it. Then it just needs to be tied up and safely disposed of with household waste.
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If you want to protect yourself additionally, you can also wear latex gloves to avoid skin contact. In addition, if the bag is picked up, hands should be washed and disinfected well afterwards. Care should be taken not to touch your face directly after removal.Notice to dog owners
Since dogs sometimes eat fox droppings or roll around in them, it makes sense in their own garden or when running outdoors to keep an eye on the dog and to condition an abort command to prevent such behavior.
Danger from fox solution
Fox solution can contain the so-called fox tapeworm or, more precisely, the eggs of the parasite. These are extremely persistent and can lead to alveolar echinococcosis being produced. The medical term is popularly known as fox tapeworm disease. It is a serious and insidious disease, some of which can break out after five or even 15 years. In many cases it is now treatable, but not curable. Complete curing is only possible for a few affected persons.
Because of this danger, animal droppings in the garden should always be handled carefully and appropriate measures taken to remove them. Because even experienced hunters and foresters cannot be completely sure, based on the following characteristics, that it is a fox solution or the excretions of another animal.
