Exotic pets offer the ultimate chance for humans to connect with something truly unique–at least for those who can afford them. They’re gorgeous, have different needs, and bring personality to a home.

Exotic pet laws in the United States are surprisingly inconsistent, which creates some unexpected outcomes. An animal that is generally considered wild and dangerous can be legal in one state while a ...

LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) -While cats and dogs may be our most common creature companions, they are not our only options. Other animals, including birds, snakes, turtles, hedgehogs and even tarantulas ...

Across the United States, exotic animals are being exploited. Some organizations call themselves sanctuaries, but actually ...

California treats most non-domesticated wildlife as restricted by default, which is just one reason why it has some of 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 ...

A "disturbing" boom in the UK exotic animal trade is being fueled by people buying everything from monkeys to mountain lions on social media, charities have warned. Cruel sellers are flogging wild ...

S. Emi Knafo, DVM, DACZM, discusses the species she commonly sees in practice as a zoological medicine specialist, in a ...