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In a world predominantly split between cat lovers and dog people, exotic pets represent an exciting break from the norm (and I say that as a cat parent). That said, while exotic pets can be colorful, ...

42 Rare and Unique Exotic Pets You'll Want ASAP originally appeared on PetHelpful. Dogs and cats may be widely beloved, but some pet parents prefer to take a walk on the wild side. There's a whole ...

JUPITER FARMS — The illegal pet trade is a billion-dollar industry that captures exotic animals or breeds them in captivity and sells them for a profit as pets, at the expense of their safety and ...

Conservationists are hoping to strengthen regulations at a wildlife trade conference on birds, reptiles and other animals ...

“There’s someone calling about a guinea pig emergency,” a receptionist says. It’s been a busy day for Dr. Leslie Pence, an exotic animal veterinarian at the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana ...

Some exotic pets have lost their homes during the coronavirus pandemic. A Durham rescue has seen a surge of surrenders coming into its shelter. The small non-profit is in need of support to keep up ...

Since 1990, there have been more than 1,500 exotic animal incidents. Oct. 19, 2011 -- Incidents involving exotic animals kept in private may appear to be an oddity but, according to Born Free USA, a ...

Organized by event promoter Chad Belinger, the expo attracted families, breeders and curious attendees hoping to learn more about uncommon pets. LAFAYETTE PARISH (LAFAYETTE) — Kangaroos, hedgehogs, ...

The UK might not be known for its exotic wildlife. But you could be unknowingly living next door to one of the dangerous wild animals which are legally owned by private enthusiasts all around the ...

They say a dog is “man’s best friend,” but pets can come in all shapes and sizes. However, not every animal is legal to keep as a companion in California. The California Department of Fish and ...