WHAT
WE DO

AN ITCH IN TIME focuses on the crucial step of capture and transport for foxes afflicted with mange in South Jersey.

TRAP,
TRANSPORT &
MANGE AWARENESS.

At AN ITCH IN TIME - MANGY FOX RESCUE, we humanely trap foxes in need and safely transport them to licensed wildlife rehab facilities that medically treat the foxes back to health. When recovered, we happily release the foxes back to their original habits.

Treating a fox for mange is an act of both compassion and necessity. Mange causes extreme itching, hair loss, infection, and can ultimately lead to a slow, painful death if left untreated.

By providing care, it not only save an individual animal’s life but also help prevent the spread of this highly contagious disease to other wildlife and even pets. Every treatment gives a fox the chance to heal, thrive, and return to its natural role in the ecosystem.

WHAT IS MANGE?

Mange in foxes is a severe skin disease caused by microscopic mites that burrow into the skin, leading to intense itching, hair loss, thickened skin, and open sores. The most common type in foxes is sarcoptic mange, which is highly contagious and, if left untreated, can cause extreme suffering and eventually death. Early identification and treatment are crucial to giving affected foxes a chance at recovery and preventing the spread to other animals.

The earlier the mange is treated, the better!!

FOX TRAP & TRANSPORT

Trapping a fox with mange is a vital step toward its healing and survival. While it may seem stressful in the moment, it allows rescuers to provide the medical care the fox desperately needs—relieving its pain, treating the infection, and stopping the spread of mites. Without intervention, mange can lead to slow, painful suffering and death. Trapping offers the fox a second chance at life, health, and eventually a safe return to the wild.

FOX HEALTH
PAWSITIVITY

Raising awareness about mange is crucial for shaping informed and compassionate public policy. As a highly contagious and potentially deadly disease affecting foxes and other wildlife, mange poses both ecological and animal welfare concerns. Public support for wildlife treatment programs, humane response protocols, and educational outreach can lead to more effective management and prevention strategies. Policies that recognize mange as a serious issue help ensure the health of local ecosystems and promote responsible coexistence with wildlife.