Discovery Channel News recently posted an article titled "Exotic Pet Trade Booming in U.S." The main point of the article is about the risks of zoonotic diseases from exotic ... Read More

Does someone on your shopping live for their ferrets? Here are 10 items that are sure to be a hit with ferret owners, or anyone who loves ferrets! Ferrets 101

Many cages marketed for guinea pigs are really much too small, especially considering guinea pigs are social and do best if kept in pairs or groups. The proper cage ... Read More

Caiques are small to medium sized parrots who are known for their clownish personalities. They are beautiful, smart, affectionate, and fun, and potential owner must remember that these birds ... Read More

As piglets, pot bellied pigs can be quite timid and aloof, and owners are sometimes surprised to find that they do not like to cuddle and be held. With ... Read More

This new public service announcement by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services does a nice job of highlighting the problem of exotic pet owners releasing their pets. ... Read More

Should primates (monkeys and apes) be kept as pets? There is something irresistible about an infant monkey or ape. However, those sweet babies grow up into difficult adults, and ... Read More