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Paws for thought:The inquisative creatures can be tamed and brought up as pets - but make sure you have the energy to keep up with them

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Three's a crowd: These bundles of joy love their human owners - but mostly enjoy scampering around and playing together

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A fox in the hand: Fennecs are just as happy in human company, and can make perfect pets

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A baby Fennec wakes up from a snooze at the Sunshine International Aquarium in Tokyo

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Snuggled up: Three Fennecs cuddle together in a show of brotherly love