What Happened to Tigli the Arctic Fox?

Tigli came to Animal Wonders in the winter of 2019 to become our red fox, Seraphina's, new companion. Learn what happened to him and what the future now looks like.
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[@gordonwiley2006]

Shame he didn't fit in at Animal Wonders, but it's great to hear Tigli moved on to such a nice enclosure.

[@highpointdogtraining]

Animal Wonders continues to impress me with their kindness, compassion, transparency, and professionalism. Of course I shouldn’t expect anything less from an expert like Jessi, but I really appreciate how you share stories about the realities of caring for animals well, even when they aren’t traditional “success stories”. Acknowledging the needs of the animal you are caring for and deciding that those needs would be better met elsewhere can be so difficult and you handle it with aplomb. Thank you for being a example and an inspiration for animal organizations and animal lovers alike.

[@animalwondersmontana]

❤

[@eliotdaoust3765]

Couldnt have said it better! Jessie you're doing amazing and setting a perfect exemple in my opinion!

[@mariaskamias8532]

AnimalWonders Montana I love ❤️ u soooo much

[@Galakyllz]

Well said.

[@vicaroo001]

Well said! And Cass is DARLING. What an old sweetie pie.....

[@ninapearman]

Seraphina’s face as she’s receiving the rub down after the removal of her harness and cone is so beautiful - I wish you luck in finding another suitable fox when the time comes💙.

[@astaiannymph]

I'm glad Tigli is okay and was able to move successfully. When I saw the title I was afraid he'd died.

[@bigcatlllover1019]

Me too

[@kimbookish]

Poor Seraphina! That sounds like a difficult time, but I'm glad it all worked out for the best in the end. All the foxes seem happier now.

[@TheArtGremblin]

I'm really glad you continue to make videos like this. Obviously I love the happy ones, but it's so important for people to know the realities of the situation as well, especially younger viewers. It's easy for animal lovers to imagine that your work is all cute friendly funtimes, but that's pretty dangerous if we think like that when we're, say, considering a pet or interacting with a wild/feral animal. (Even domestic animals can be challenge, as anybody with an anxious dog learns pretty quickly.) Anyway, I thought maybe these kinds of videos might get fewer likes and less love than the fun ones, so I though I'd say out loud how much I appreciate them. I know part of your mission is to be honest and not sugar-coat the rough side of your work for us. You're doing a great job, and thank you!

[@animalwondersmontana]

Thank you for this ❤

[@kagehikari4281]

To bad it didint work out with the new guy but thats how it goes sometimes. Im glad you were able to find a happy solution that worked for him and his personal needs. Hopefully a better match will come along.

[@raania3184]

I always loved the foxes as they are always running and jumping around. Seeing Seraphina's face when getting the cone off made my day 😻😻😻

[@mavenesquith6825]

I'm glad you mentioned about rehoming animals is a part of being a good care giver. Some of my issues has been misinformation and situation changes when it comes to getting pets and it depresses me like I'm a failure when I have to rehome animals. Suffering from anxiety for 11 years I needed companionship and friends as I'm naturally highly social but wasn't able to make human friends, couldn't really leave the house much so I had the added issue of trying to make home a place I didn't want to leave. I didn't realize what I was doing! I had 14 pets and was looking at getting two birds. I went away to visit some friends near the end of my anxiety battle and when I came home from ten days of socializing I realized what I had been doing and canceled my appointment with the bird breeder. I still loved all my pets and enjoyed caring for them of course! But then there was a mass cancellation of clients with my work with no signs of the situation ever changing (and it still hasn't, in fact the next year there were more cancellations and now it's only gotten worse with the virus and I'm probably out of a job now) and I had to rehome some animals. I didn't see it coming. Some I was glad to see go, my rabbits never liked me and I was so depressed by it as I wanted a rabbit relationship like I had had with my first bunny, they went to live with some clients who had come to see them often and loved them and were loved by them in return. Others I was sad to see go, like my two snakes, but I had to think about feeding my child first. Then my dog died and now I struggle emotionally. As is we're down to half our original number and I'm just done. I love my babies so much but when they pass I just don't feel like I should get more pets again. Even though I know finding them good homes with people who can provide for them now that I can't was the best thing to do, I feel like I failed them all and I'm tired. And really they're all going to die someday. Sure they won't leave the same massive void in my heart the way my golden girl has, but I'll miss them dearly. Anyway this was a ramble (a side effect of not socializing enough these days) all to say I'm glad you've mentioned that rehoming animals is apart of caring for them responsibly. It helps and people should know.

[@sairbear444]

It’s so interesting how well you know these animals personalities. They really all have their own characters and I love that.

[@Myrtle2911]

Aww. I'm glad Tigli found the perfect fur-ever home! It sounds like a good fit for him. The situation reminded me of when you figured out that Kizmet an Chili Pepper couldn't be together anymore. Sometimes, it just doesn't work out the way we want. All relationships are like that.

[@eyobgebremedhin4825]

U guys are so kind to animals and caring and loving

[@treckie7274]

Hello from Great Falls! As always thank you very much for sharing all of the lovely animals.

[@kayceebrooke3933]

Hi Jessie! I been watching for a while, and I LOVE these animal videos! I been watching these at school too on my book app that has videos AND your channel!

[@kevinclements5790]

I just went on safari! I am so glad i did. I am such a huge fan of animal and your videos! You have taught me so much about animals! I got to hold a bird and I used your tips on holding a small bird. Thank you so much Jessie! With out your videos, I would never got to hold a bird!

[@SamiBennett]

Thanks for sharing! Glad to hear Tigli found a good new home and that Seraphina was able to recover so well. :)

[@ryanlam9564]

You are the only person who can save animals and you should save more

[@InfectedChris]

Thank you for sharing! I'm glad that in the end, all the foxes are happy. They have unique personalities and sometimes they just don't get along.

[@sourisdebibliotheque]

We need an update on the ravens too!

[@Rubiecat]

Yes, I second that ! I wanna know how they're doing :3

[@dan5827]

Glad to hear that Cas is still doing well!

[@TheEmeraldMenOfficial]

Glad to see Seraphina and Cas are still kicking! Too bad about Tigli, though.

[@tatum6333]

Sometimes it just doesn’t work out. I’m glad Tigli is safe and sound in his new Texas home. Glad all of the foxes are doing well even if all three couldn’t be friends. Animal wonders you always impress me with your patience and compassion. The animal’s well being is always first. Thank you for that you do ❤️ Also, furry fox scratching looks amazing

[@juliadandy6019]

Oh, such pretty babies ^^ The love you guys have for animals is so sweet! Understading that is part of their behaviour and caring for the injured as well as for the one that caused the injury is a very hard thing to do and requires a lot of emotional strenght. I am glad all foxes are doing well thanks to the beautiful work you do!

[@hdofu]

It's just good that Seph recovered and Tig is now somewhere where he can be happy.

[@JaneAustenAteMyCat]

I love being able to see the differences between these foxes and my country's foxes. Poor little Tigli. Hope they're all happier now 💚

[@sidramohyuddin25]

You teach us so much about animals! Thank you!!! I absolutely love your channel! Great work.

[@ediekoller1144]

So glad that Tigli found a home that meets his needs. Jessi you do such a wonderful job at Animal Wonders. Thanks so much for the video::))

[@eliotdaoust3765]

I think you made a responsable decision, keeping in mind the best interest of all three foxes, and you explained it verry well. Keeping "exotic" or less common animals captive comes with chalenges like these. And you're doing great at handeling it! Verry proud, verry inspired!

[@ShesAaRebel]

I'm so used to seeing footage of Seraphina being a hyperactive spitfire. It's so nice to see her quiet moments while being all sweet.

[@AllTheArtsy]

Is it just that Arctic and Red foxes have different lifespans, or having to do with the fact that Cas is male and Sera female? Or was Cas much older when you got him? But ahh his old man 3-legged shuffle is so endearing. I hope he's here to stay for much much longer, too! And Tigli looks thriving in his hands-off new space, I hope he stays happy and healthy.

[@juliusroman8616]

I was thinking about his cancer being terminal, but I think it's probably just his old age. I noticed Cas had red under his eyes, I thought that'd be dried blood, but then it looked black, so the light could've been playing tricks on me.

[@QueenOfPessimism]

Aw, Cas’s little belly is so cute

[@davidshelow8869]

It's really encouraging and heartwarming to know that there are people and places like Animal Wonders.

[@yougayoga108]

It’s so sad that tigli left he was one of my favorite animals that you had

[@lailadawn8122]

I am amazed at all the work y'all do. Your weekly videos are the metaphorical tips on the huge iceberg of work it must take to keep everything running smoothly there. I'm glad all the foxes are settled and happy now. Thank you for sharing your wonderful world with us!

[@GraceLJW]

It's so lovely that there seems to be this whole network of places that work so hard to provide the animals a fulfilling life, and that you all will contact each other and move animals elsewhere to make sure they have the absolute best fit for their individual needs. While I'm no longer religious, the biblical "be good stewards of the earth" always stuck with me, and you exemplify that in every way.

[@pinkolizabeth]

I'm just watching this again now, and it reminds me that all animals are different!

[@FoiledFeline]

I'm glad you found a facility that will meet tigli's needs better than animal wonders could :) I love that y'all didn't force a situation that could've lead to more injuries but also that you found somewhere that sounds perfect for tigli.

[@07mishkaannabellaconcepcio71]

dear jessie i love how your hard work it inspires how to show more love and care: love Bea

[@animemusicluver1]

Poor Sera, I'm glad she healed up without complications. Cas must've been so worried! They're so cute together😍

[@hareemahmed4660]

cas is so lovely

[@TealCheetah]

Good call. Glad Tigli found a better fit.

[@SirImran]

May your future be prosperous, may your life be filled with good friends and family. We only wish the very best for you

[@carmenaraujo4117]

Hi I love your animals and you are doing so good in your job and I have a requst I want you to do a long video of all the animals and a tour of the entire platform and everybody you are awsome and I hopefully I can send some stuff over to help with care and injures.

[@Night-ud4ew]

Saveafox rescue!! They have so many foxes for adoption, im sure a few of them would fit well with her and Cas and eventually be a great ambassador!

[@lepolhart3242]

I'm sure you look after your animals really well but this is what happens when wild animals are in captivity and forced to get along with each other when in the wild obviously dependent on the species would be living alone and not with other animals. Obviously these animals could never be released into the wild especially if born into captivity but I do think that the amount of wild animals kept in captivity is of concern as humans are trying to fit the animals into their lives for ease and convenience instead of understanding that the behaviour wild animals show is completely natural and not supposed to be convenient for humans. You done the right thing in moving him to another facility as you obviously do the right thing for your animals. I applaud you. I wish though that wild animals were not kept in peoples homes but only facilities like this one and others like it that can cater for them.

[@KatherineUribe-1]

Poor Tigli. I hope he's happier now. He's a sweet fox and deserves to be happy. I'm glad he has an air-condioned room to go in. It gets hot in TX! I'm also glad the other foxes are back to normal, and are happy together.

[@fishaa1996]

tigli was the warmest name ive ever heared and i hope tigli has a good life in the new enclousre (i cant spell)

[@ricardodelgadillo8913]

they are all so cute

[@myanethery1299]

best animal fact and energetic videos

[@spaminbox]

the outdoor episodes are extra enjoyable. :)

[@tsuqii9530]

My teacher showed a video with you in it in my class, but you where talking about English or Anciet Egypt, I forgot, I was real confused

[@banjo5]

It is wonderful to see Seraphina out and about after such an ordeal.

[@klementaabela1642]

Im soo sorry for Seraphina AND Tigli... THANK YOU JESSI

[@MalcomMalediction]

The artic fox seemed like he was experiencing some resource guarding issues similar to dogs which can be counter conditioned thru positive reinforcement training but it is like a full time job to accomplish it in the first few weeks. U'd have to be monitoring them a lot together.

[@zariacobbler]

I love ur channel so so much!!

[@klementaabela1642]

Same

[@MoonBeamLaser]

Thanks for the update

[@Bagel_the_beagle]

I love the Foxes they are so cute!

[@madisonhudak8626]

You could look into Save A Fox, I know they rescue fur farm foxes and are looking to free up space and rescue others.

[@mocha8759]

I'm going to visit Tigli soon

[@zariacobbler]

I am glad he is in a new home, i bet he is now more happy!

[@joan4239]

Good to hear he is in the right place for him ♥️♥️♥️

[@someone-wz9yn]

Hi Jesse. Maui and Ginger are so cute. Hopefully they are enjoying time together. I was just asking, do you have a turquoise green cheek conure?

[@madhurighag2879]

You could try to have Sarah meet a dog. In the past, I have heard of dogs and foxes being best buds. Sarah, knowing her personality, might be compatible with a dog. You could slowly introduce them, like maybe a husky, or border collie. Just a suggestion.

[@belizeguy]

Things happen. All handled well! Thanks!

[@StonedtotheBones13]

Oof poor Seraphina. I'm glad she's better now. I wonder if Tigli had tried before, and that's why she went up high. Ofc why her and not Kas... Well like you said, we can't truly know why they do these things, glad everything turned out well

[@sor-rah8534]

I watch you on epic ALL the time

[@kimanderson3554]

I’m so sorry for you and Serafina

[@yvonnerogers6429]

😎💯👍🏻❤️🙏🧼 Glad to hear that Seraphina is better and that Tigli is thriving in Texas. Y’all really do amazing work! Out of curiosity, what factors eliminated the option of neutering Tigli to mitigate the aggression? What he already altered, is captive breeding a priority, was Tigli just too unhappy or are foxes 🦊 different enough from dogs and cats that neutering them has a different effect? No judgement! I believe you did what’s best for the animals. I’m just wondering what the reasoning was for not trying that with Tigli. Best. Stay safe.

[@animalwondersmontana]

Thanks for asking! Tigli was neutered soon after he came to Animal Wonders. The reasoning was to reduce his hormones which can increase territorial behavior. We allowed for 4 weeks of time to after he was neutered to both let any residual hormones leave his system and to complete his quarantine. Seraphina and Cas are also spayed and neutered. I think it was Tigli's personality that wasn't compatible with Seraphina and his older age when we got him was probably also a factor.

[@yvonnerogers6429]

AnimalWonders Montana, thank you so much for getting back to me so quickly! That makes a lot of sense. I’m very much relieved for everyone that there’s a happy ending. Here’s hoping 🤞🏻 Cas sticks around for a while and good luck 🍀 finding Seraphina another long-term companion.

[@DonnaBrooks]

Animal Wonders is a rescue for wildlife that can't live in the wild & exotic pets that have been surrendered or confiscated. Breeding is done for selfish purposes (to make money selling animals as pets, for fur, for fighting, for food, etc.) Everything they do at Animal Wonders is about providing a safe permanent home where animals can live happy & healthy lives. They would NEVER breed animals, much less make it a "priority".

[@ryanlam9564]

Keep the great work 👋👋👊👊

[@sherriegoetting555]

I love this channel! I learn a lot here.

[@yougayoga108]

Poor serafina though that’s so crazy!

[@brendanhoffmann8402]

My cousin adopted an orphaned red fox here in Australia. It used to be reasonably tame and friendly but it eventually gave in to its fox nature and left home. Foxes are a pest in Australia so she wasn't supposed to keep it. A similar case in a different part of the country saw a woman with 3 foxes have the foxes confiscated and euthanized by her local city council.

[@DonnaBrooks]

Are they an invasive species? Weren't there any wildlife rescues or wildlife education non-profits, or even a zoo who could have taken them? What about Australia Zoo? Surely there are opportunities to use red foxes for wildlife education programs?

[@brendanhoffmann8402]

No they're considered as bad as rats or mice here.@@DonnaBrooks

[@hollydillon4613]

I LOVE watching your foxes! Have you considered a live feed?

[@mariaskamias8532]

Hello 👋🏻 😘 I’m your fan

[@KaaSerpent]

Awww. I'm sorry it didn't work out, but it sounds like everybody got what they needed, so that's a great outcome.

[@asherlevy4757]

Justice for Tigli

[@sjsmith9637]

If Cas will let you brush him I HIGHLY recommend the Zoom Groom made by Kong. It works vastly better than a furminator or other deshedding tool and it doesn't cut the coat the way many of those tools do. It is magic with huskies and big hairy dogs.

[@someone-wz9yn]

Do people train your birds or animals or you train them by your selves?

[@Turnbull50]

Well done you did the right thing

[@angelcollina]

So glad Saraphina healed up okay. oof, bad injury.

[@ryancentnarowicz]

Do you guys also care for Wolves and Coyotes? I saw another of video of a lady who rescues Foxes and Coyotes and the Coyote she has is cute and seems to get excited like the Foxes! It’s like a larger Fox!

[@moejaime2654]

Oh no the CONE OF SHAME ! hope she is better !

[@Alex-mq6cv]

It's good!!

[@heatheradkins7662]

Aww I wish I had a Fox

[@klementaabela1642]

YAY thank you

[@ThousandTimesBefore]

Do you know Safe a Fox? They have a channel on youtube. They might have a suitable companion for Seraphina, when the time comes :)

[@chadwickhjones]

Great

[@VioletWhirlwind]

Hmm...since Tigli didn't work out, maybe another red fox would be better able to handle Saraphina's playfulness?

[@HawtAsianChica]

[@someone-wz9yn]

Please animal wonders. PLEASE

[@youwaisef]

0:48 "Ahh, Cas... or some say, Casm... Do you hear our prayers? Grant us eyes, grant us eyes!" Sorry

[@PsYcoPink]

Love u guys so much, ur the real deal, and im so happy that at least Tigali (spelling) is doing good at his new home 😃

[@tammyleitch6621]

hi im AAL im a kid but i know i want to help animals when i grow up.

[@alyssashyann4213]

Me and my mom have a pet squirrel we were wondering if you can tell us what the best food is to feed

[@crazyferretlady]

Have you checked out Saveafox? Serefina reminds me of Finnegan on SaveaFox 🤩

[@carschmn]

Sorry it didn’t work out. I’m glad you caught it before things got worse. I like your super cone.

[@trinidadparra2584]

Do you need to foxes to trust you so thay will not bit you and you can hold the fox or do you have to traen the foxes ?

[@LydiaTarine12]

Could you do a similar video focused on the ravens?

[@latriceharris776]

I want to be part of their team someday.

[@tabathajordan7180]

I have a question to ask...I have 2 rats but i don't know what chew toy i should give them?