Rabbit

The rabbit is a symbol of life. Pax is disturbed because so many young animals in the area where he and his family live are dying. These animals, including the dead rabbits Pax finds, are the food source for the foxes. Without food, Pax and his family will die.

Scar

The scar represents a promise. After Peter’s father made him leave Pax behind, Peter made a promise to himself that he would return for his fox. He cut his leg and swore a blood oath when he made this promise.

Ashes

The ashes are a symbol of regret. Because Peter wants to behave in a way in which his father would approve, Peter decides to spread his father’s ashes on his mother’s grave. He regrets that he and his father did not get along better when his father was alive. He is comforted...