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By Kathee

Kits in the Hood

These aren’t “My” little foxes, but another litter in the area. 
Their den is under a teepee of logs,
With lumber and construction material scattered around the area.
Not the pretty green background where “My” young ones play.


Yet, it’s a peaceful scene,
With kits playing while Mom dozes in the afternoon sun.


Then, without warning.
Mom took off at a full 30mph run,
While releasing a chills-to-the-bone scream of alarm.
Her kits dove for the den.


Her goal,
Attract the attention of a loose dog,
Let him chase her till she’s far away from the den.


That folks, 
Is why National Geo. placed Red Fox Mom and Dad
In top Ten best wildlife parents, worldwide.

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