Where exotic pets come from. Some exotic pets are bred in captivity. Conservationists often see captive breeding as a way to save wild animals from poaching for the pet trade, and many countries ...

One of the biggest concerns for exotic pets is their ability to hide pain. This is a natural instinct that helps protect them from predators who seek out weak animals to prey on.

Exotic animals may carry toxins and contaminants not typically found in traditional livestock. For instance, some reptiles contain high levels of heavy metals, while certain amphibians produce ...

Some exotic animals can be expensive to care for if hurt or sick. If you don’t want to drain your bank account but still hope to keep your pet healthy, exotic animal insurance can be a good choice.

Tegus, pythons, parrots, sugar gliders, and many other animals sold as exotic pets can live for upward of 20 years, nearly twice as long as the average dog.

The best exotic pets are here! With their unique looks and their wild-but-wonderful characteristics, the best exotic pets can make for the most unusual of companions. But what is classified as an ...

The first week of each month, during the Spring and Summer at Kansas City’s First Fridays on 18th and Vine, Sha’Quan Clark’s tent full of exotic animals draws a whole lot of attention.