Exotic Pets

Birds are happiest free in nature as opposed to being confined to a cage. The decision to set a bird free, however, must be contingent on the circumstances of the animal. Pet birds will have...

Most people may think it is impossible to own a large cat or tiger that is a wild animal. Realistically, it is possible but costly. It involves a lot of space and care. The most common approach is...

Wolves have captured our imagination in books and stories. They have been maligned and hunted, yet somehow we are still fascinated by this elusive and secretive animal.

Most pet insurance companies offer coverage to only the most common pets: dogs, cats, and horses. However, there are many exotic pets and pet owners who also need health coverage in case of...

The best environment for a Chinchilla is one that imitates its natural habitat as closely as possible, while providing a safe, escape-proof enclosure. Whether you are buying a chinchilla cage or...

Bats inside a home can be frightening to those who are unfamiliar with these flying mammals. However, bats are extremely beneficial, consuming anywhere from 500 to 1,000 insects each night during...

Adopting a wild animal can only be done by a licensed individual who rehabilitates the animal before letting it back into the wild. Find out why wild animals should never be tamed or domesticated...

It is difficult and dangerous to take care of a wild animal if you do not know what you are doing. If you plan on taking on the task of caring for an exotic pet, make sure that you have wild...

Sea turtles have been around for more than 100 million years. Once numbering in the millions, now only seven species of sea turtles survive, all of them endangered. The colossal creatures can...

Exotic pet stores are known for stocking an array of animals not present in a normal pet store. Such animals include birds, rodents, a variety of reptiles, insects and pot bellied pigs. Though pet...

Foxes can be a nuisance in homes, farms and camping sites. They can tear through garbage and attack livestock. There are many laws protecting wildlife from inhumane and barbaric practices such as...

While these are not pets that you can bring home to live in your house, if you choose to adopt an animal from South Africa you will be contributing to the continuation of a precious life, and...

If you are native to the northern hemisphere or anywhere else other than Australia, you probably aren’t familiar with the sugar glider. The sugar glider is a small possum with wings like...

Oh No! Your gorilla is sick!"What!" you reply "I don't have a gorilla! Are you crazy?"Well, believe it or not gorilla's are one of the kinds ofexotic pets that people own and just like any other...

Information, tips and techniques to help you care for a ferret in this free video clip.

The veiled chameleon is one of the most beautifully colored and personable reptiles on the planet. Since the animal is hardy and prolific, studying the veiled chameleon gives you an opportunity to...

Weighing only 4 to 5 ounces, sugar gliders are tiny, social animals. They are native to Australia and New Guinea. Like kangaroos, sugar gliders are a part of the marsupial family. A healthy glider...

Baby opossums are so well protected in their mother’s pouch that when she suffers a fatal trauma, such as getting hit by a car, the baby possums often remain unharmed. If you come across an...

Orangutans are two species of reddish-brown haired apes that are native to various parts of Asia. The orangutans are known for their intelligence and affability, and even their name means "person...

There are many reasons to trap an animal. You can be trying to rescue your innovative hamster that escaped its cage at home. You can have a rabid raccoon in the backyard or an animal that is...

If you find a sick, injured or orphaned wild animal, you should find a wildlife rehabilitator to help the animal. Rehabilitators care for animals with the purpose of returning the animal to the...

Wolves are intuitive and free-spirited creatures that, though independent and strong-willed, make great pets. The care and feeding of a wolf, however, is different from caring and feeding a...

Rheas, members of the ratite family, are large flightless birds related to the ostrich. You can purchase them as pets or as alternative livestock. Rheas are farmed in the U.S. for their lean red...

Like the common house cat, tigers are pretty fussy about their personal hygiene. The big cats take great pains to keep clean, spending a good portion of the day self-grooming. Still, a pet tiger...

Owning a bobcat can be a rewarding experience, but it requires a lifetime commitment to responsible ownership. By nature, bobcats are not domesticated animals, so owners must cater to this...

While most wildlife experts discourage the practice of keeping wolves as pets, it is also important to know what the legal requirements are your area. In some locales, wolf ownership may be...

While opossums can make truly interesting pets, they are susceptible to a variety of health ailments if they are not cared for properly. By being able to identify specific issues and concerns in...

If you aspire to have a dingo as a pet, then you should know that this breed of dog is not like any other. In fact, Australia classifies its native pooch as undomesticated and a wanderer. Although...

Tigers are large, beautiful and sometimes dangerous animals. People who want to play with a pet tiger should take very serious precautions before attempting physical interaction with the animal.

Dingoes live in the wild and are native to Australia where they are a predatory animal. They are mainly carnivorous and are very different from domesticated dogs, though they can be domesticated...

A dingo is a breed of dog commonly found in Australia. Unlike breeds like the German Shepherd, the dingo has never been totally domesticated. For this reason a dingo needs to be treated like a...

Zoo adoption programs allow sponsors to pay for animals' care and feeding.