Choosing an Exotic Pet
What you need to know before making the decision to get an exotic pet, including factors to consider when choosing an exotic pet, beginner's guides to choosing the right pet, and other considerations such as choosing a vet, where to get a per, finding a pet sitter, and picking a name!
Wild Animals as Pets
Keeping wild animals as pets can be quite appealing, but it is important to remember that keeping a wild animal as a pet is associated with many potential problems, not to mention ethical issues. Keeping any of these species requires a great deal of research and preparation, as well as provision of ideal housing and diet as well as medical care (which may be very difficult to find). For the most …
Keeping wild animals as pets can be quite appealing, but it is important to remember that keeping a wild animal as a pet is associated with many potential problems, not to mention ethical issues. Keeping any of these species requires a great deal of research and preparation, as well as provision of ideal housing and diet as well as medical care (which may be very difficult to find). For the most …
Top 10 Creepy Pets
Creepy crawly pets are critters that have the potential to bring out phobias in many people. However, every kind of pet on this list makes a good pet if matched with the right owner. Be warned though: the pets on this list may surprise, shock, or even scare some of your family and friends!
Creepy crawly pets are critters that have the potential to bring out phobias in many people. However, every kind of pet on this list makes a good pet if matched with the right owner. Be warned though: the pets on this list may surprise, shock, or even scare some of your family and friends!
Resolutions for Responsible Exotic Pet Ownership
A list of resolutions that will help make exotic pet owners responsible pet owners, including carefully choosing and preparing for exotic pets.
A list of resolutions that will help make exotic pet owners responsible pet owners, including carefully choosing and preparing for exotic pets.
Choosing an Exotic Pet - What to Consider
The decision to get an exotic pet should never be taken lightly. People choose exotic pets for a variety of reasons but it is important to carefully examine the reasons, consider all the factors involved in providing a life time of care for your pet, and learn as much as possible about the pet before bringing it home!
The decision to get an exotic pet should never be taken lightly. People choose exotic pets for a variety of reasons but it is important to carefully examine the reasons, consider all the factors involved in providing a life time of care for your pet, and learn as much as possible about the pet before bringing it home!
Common Mistakes of New Exotic Pet Owners
Some of the most common mistakes and problems faced by new exotic pet owners.
Some of the most common mistakes and problems faced by new exotic pet owners.
Best Exotic Pets for Kids
My picks for the best pets for kids with pros and cons.
My picks for the best pets for kids with pros and cons.
Choosing a Rodent - Comparsion of Common Pet Rodents
The group of small mammals comprised of hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, mice and rats are commonly found at pets stores, and favorites as family pets. While they are all rodents they have varied requirements for space and social interaction, and have differing qualities as pets, and a comparison of their basic needs can help you narrow your choices.
The group of small mammals comprised of hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, mice and rats are commonly found at pets stores, and favorites as family pets. While they are all rodents they have varied requirements for space and social interaction, and have differing qualities as pets, and a comparison of their basic needs can help you narrow your choices.
Choosing a Reptile - Good Reptiles for Beginners
Reptiles can make excellent pets, but sometimes inexperienced owners are overwhelmed when the realize how expensive and difficult some reptiles are to care for. These are my picks for good reptiles for anyone new to reptiles.
Reptiles can make excellent pets, but sometimes inexperienced owners are overwhelmed when the realize how expensive and difficult some reptiles are to care for. These are my picks for good reptiles for anyone new to reptiles.
Choosing an Insect or Spider as a Pet
Insects and spiders can be fascinating to watch. They are extremely quiet, clean pets that do not need much room to live. Insects and spiders also require little attention or socialization (in fact, they generally do best with little interaction). Still, choosing the right insect or spider for the right reasons is very important.
Insects and spiders can be fascinating to watch. They are extremely quiet, clean pets that do not need much room to live. Insects and spiders also require little attention or socialization (in fact, they generally do best with little interaction). Still, choosing the right insect or spider for the right reasons is very important.
Choosing a Pet Bird
Things you need to consider before you buy a pet bird of any type.
Things you need to consider before you buy a pet bird of any type.
Exotic Pets A to Z
Want to find out more about the care of a species you are interested in having as a pet? Here's an index to all the species featured here at About Exotic Pets.
Want to find out more about the care of a species you are interested in having as a pet? Here's an index to all the species featured here at About Exotic Pets.
Where to Get an Exotic Pet
A comparison of different sources of exotic pets, including pet stores, rescues or shelters, breeders, or the classified ads or acquaintance.
A comparison of different sources of exotic pets, including pet stores, rescues or shelters, breeders, or the classified ads or acquaintance.
Finding a Pet Sitter
When your pets tend to the exotic side, finding someone to care for them while you are away can be a real challenge. Your usual pet sitters may not be so keen on handling more unusual pets (or their food, depending on the pet!). Before you commit to a life with your pet, make sure you will be able to find someone to look after your pet when you can't.
When your pets tend to the exotic side, finding someone to care for them while you are away can be a real challenge. Your usual pet sitters may not be so keen on handling more unusual pets (or their food, depending on the pet!). Before you commit to a life with your pet, make sure you will be able to find someone to look after your pet when you can't.
Finding a Veterinarian for Your Exotic Pet
Getting an exotic pet can be a big mistake if you cannot find a vet to provide the medical care your pet may need. You must find a vet who is willing to see exotic pets, knows about exotics, and has the facilities to treat them. Always develop a good working relationship with an exotic animal vet before you desperately find yourself needing one in an emergency.
Getting an exotic pet can be a big mistake if you cannot find a vet to provide the medical care your pet may need. You must find a vet who is willing to see exotic pets, knows about exotics, and has the facilities to treat them. Always develop a good working relationship with an exotic animal vet before you desperately find yourself needing one in an emergency.
Most Popular Pages About Exotic Pets - 2006
The most popular About Exotic Pet Pages from 2006, based on the pieces viewed most by our readers.
The most popular About Exotic Pet Pages from 2006, based on the pieces viewed most by our readers.
Most Viewed Care Guides - 2006
Top care sheets from About Exotic Pets based on the most often viewed care guides for 2006.
Top care sheets from About Exotic Pets based on the most often viewed care guides for 2006.