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  Exotic Pet Identification - Exotic Pets
The ability to easily identify your pet — whether it is a stranger that finds it or a shelter worker — may mean the difference between losing your pet forever or just temporarily.
The type of exotic pet you own will determine what is available to you as well as your local availability and laws.
Some of the methods of pet identification are tattooing, ear tagging, collaring, dyeing, wing clips, leg bands, filing, marking, and micro-chipping.
www.bellaonline.com /articles/art3903.asp   (598 words)

  
 Captive Wildlife Safety Act: A Good Start in Banning Exotics as Pets | The Humane Society of the United States
And that is the whole point about the folly of keeping pet tigers and other exotic predators in captive settings: While they may appear tame and friendly, they remain wild animals, and the recent attacks reinforce the ever-present danger to their owners, or to anyone who comes into close contact.
In the hands of untrained exotic pet fanciers, roadside zoo owners, and even celebrities like Michael Jackson and Mike Tyson (who got rid of their pet tigers because they were too difficult to manage), tigers are not only a danger to people.
Their so-called "generic" tiger pets, the result of random mating in backyard cages and roadside zoos, are genetically inferior hybrids that cannot be used in the careful breeding programs conducted by accredited zoos.
www.hsus.org /legislation_laws/wayne_pacelle_the_animal_advocate/captive_wildlife_safety_act_a_good_start_in_banning_exotics_as_pets.html   (1013 words)

  
 Exotic Pet Co - broker/breeder of exotic pets
Exotic Pet Co. helps independent breeders, zoos, and individual pet lovers from all over the globe find the exotics for which they are searching.
Cheryl’s personally owned exotics are scattered around the United States in various zoos and some live on her ranch in Texas where they are available to travel for movies, commercials and educational ventures.
Exotic Pet Co reminds you to check with your local state, county, and city laws and regulations regarding exotic animal ownership.
www.exoticpetco.com   (351 words)

  
 Alternative Pet Animals - Exotic Pets Animal Owner Education Resource and Rescue/Adoption/*Rehab Network
They accuse pet owners of causing the decline of species, when in fact many endangered species are bred by private individuals and are declining due to habitat destruction.
Exotic pets are often not for anyone, but that goes for non-exotic pets as well.
Due to the fact that many exotics bond closely to their first owners and are difficult to place in new homes, an exotic pet is a responsibility that lasts the life of the animal.
www.altpet.net   (949 words)

  
  Exotic Pet Names
Choosing the right pet name for your exotic animal can be a difficult decision, and it's more important than you might think - for you and for your pet.
You could also name your pet for a locale near its natural environment, like a town, a state park or a nickname given to the animal in another language.
The association you may have with certain words, especially they recall fond memories of a journey or a happier time in your life, is a powerful incentive to place a name on an exotic pet.
www.catalogs.com /info/pets/exotic-pet-names.html   (1140 words)

  
  Spartanburg SC | GoUpstate.com | Spartanburg Herald-Journal   (Site not responding. Last check: )
An exotic pet is a rare or unusual creature kept as a pet, or a creature kept as a pet which is not commonly thought of as a pet.
Exotic pets are sometimes for the express purpose of having a pet which is unique.
Some exotics are less "wild" than others; dingoes have been in a relationship with humans for generations and are thought to be an early breed, and the Bengal cat descends from a hybrid of wild and domestic species.
www.goupstate.com /apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=NEWS&template=wiki&text=exotic_pet   (775 words)

  
 Exotic Pets Vet - Selecting an Exotic Pet
All too often, exotic pets are acquired on a whim or while the species is popular as part of a "fad." However, any pet is more likely to become a cherished family member if a few simple precautions are taken before deciding on a pet.
Feeding requirements - for some exotic pet species commercially prepared foods are available but other species may require a variety of fresh foods prepared daily, or even mice or insects as a staple in their diets.
Exotic species are often prone to more restrictive laws and it is the obligation of the pet owner to be aware of such laws.
www.exoticpetsvet.com /select.html   (796 words)

  
 Before Buying Exotic Pets
Pets usually require a certain amount of space, air, and sunlight to live well and you have to be sure that your home can provide that.
Pets have different levels of aggression and you must be sure that you and the people you live with can cope with the behavioral tendencies of the pet.
Some exotic pets might also be poisonous or are prone to certain infectious diseases, and thus you have to make sure that you and your companions can avoid any untoward incidents.
www.articledashboard.com /Article/Before-Buying-Exotic-Pets/131741   (761 words)

  
 Harmony Animal Hospital: Exotic Pet Care Library.
Educating owners on how to properly care for their pets in their own homes, including how to recognize any signs that could indicate their pets are sick can help reduce the likelihood of zoonotic diseases in small animals.
We realize the power of the human-animal bond and strive to provide pet owner with the knowledge and support required to care for their pet so that it will be rewarding.
Their exotic appearance is very appealing to people with a taste for the unusual.
www.petvets.com /petcare/exotics2.html   (4735 words)

  
 How To Name Your Exotic Pet? -- iSnare.com Articles
Pet owners take much time and effort in giving names to their pets much like they would do with their own children.
Exotic pets are also more expensive to take care of since they have special needs and requirements.
Pet experts believe that a pet that is given a wrong and inappropriate name can lead to difficulties in training and behavioral patterns.
www.isnare.com /?aid=103022&ca=Pets   (1164 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Exotic pet debate likely to face lawmakers again next year   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Maryland already calls some pets off-limits except to licensed handlers, including large cats, venomous snakes and the alligator, which was found in a Salisbury pet shop.
Wildlife authorities concede they have no idea how many exotic or wild animals Marylanders may be keeping as pets, and the bill brought to Annapolis dozens of exotic pet fans that lawmakers didn't know existed.
He doesn't keep any exotic animals as pets — and as a licensed animal exhibitor, he wouldn't be affected by the bill — but he pointed out that far more people are hurt by dogs than by exotic pets.
www.usatoday.com /news/nation/2005-12-26-exotic-pets_x.htm   (1043 words)

  
 Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI) - Dog Insurance, Cat Insurance, Pet Health Insurance
From birds to hedgehogs to iguanas to potbelly pigs, we know families love exotic pets.
Exotic pets are also vulnerable to illness and health risks.
The VPI Avian and Exotic Pet Plan covers major medical treatments and surgeries for accidents and illnesses, minor treatments as well as lab fees, prescriptions, x-rays and hospitalization.
www.petinsurance.com /coverage/exotic.cfm   (225 words)

  
 Madison Veterinary Hospital - Avian and Exotic Pet Care
Pets suffering from these diseases are frequent reasons for presentation of exotic species to our hospital.
Since many of these exotic species are notorious for "masking" their illnesses, early diagnosis and treatment are crucial.
With more than 60 years of combined experience in exotic pet care, we have the interest, knowledge and equipment necessary to provide your special pet with the highest quality care that is available.
www.madisonvethosp.com /inside/exotic_pets/exotic_pets.html   (449 words)

  
 Exotic Pet References
Exotic Pet References is a handy PDA reference for the most common medical conditions of exotic pets, including birds, ferrets, rabbits, reptiles, guinea pigs and small rodents.
Not only do exotic pet appointments typically take longer than other companion animals, but having to look through 4 references books to find diagnosis and treatment information, bloodwork normals and then drug dosages adds up to a time drain on busy veterinarians.
Exotic Pet References is a compact document which will use just 160KB of memory on your device.
www.anmldr.com /exoticpetref.htm   (251 words)

  
 Exotic Pet Care Library at Harmony Animal Hospital's World of Pets: Laugh, learn, share and explore.
Some areas make it illegal to own a pet ferret, due to potential attacks on people (specifically children, as ferrets can be aggressive and nippy) and the chance of an escaped ferret becoming established in the wild (and potentially destroying crops).
Common to all of the pet rodents is the fact that the front teeth, the incisors, grow continuously throughout the pet's life.
Like all pets, pet rodents should be examined annually and have their feces tested for parasites during the annual visit.
www.petvets.com /petcare/exotics.html   (4465 words)

  
 Wisconsin Herpetological Society
An exotic pet should actually have to harm someone before an owner can be fined, charged with a crime, and be forced to surrender it.
The issue is irresponsible behavior, not exotic pets, which are more numerous in the urban setting than anyone realizes, since they are usually silent and are not taken outside in the public view, the way dogs and cats are.
There can be no justification for exotic pet bans based on alleged concern for public health and safety in the face of the ugly reality of the existing public policy on dog bite.
www.madison.com /communities/whs/pages/aa.php?php_page_set=0   (753 words)

  
 The Exotic Pet Trade
The desire to own these exotic creatures not only limits their freedom and contributes to an illicit fl market, but it is a big responsibility.
Hopefully you already have an exotic pet veterinarian, who should be able to point you in the right direction.
No facility in the country is able to manage the large number of unwanted exotic pets that are being churned though the exotic pet trade.
www.austinlostpets.com /kidskorner/1September/ExoticPetTrade.htm   (1324 words)

  
 Welcome to Healthypet.com!
For most of these exotic pets, simply placing an appropriate container with one to three inches of nonclumping litter in the cage is enough.
If your exotic pet doesn't seem interested at first, you can put just a couple small drops of ammonia in the litter.
Be sure the container is large enough for your exotic pet to move around in and is cleaned at least every other day.
www.healthypet.com /library_view.aspx?ID=105&sid=3   (141 words)

  
 Avian & Exotic: Home Page, Exotic Animal Hospital
Serving the greater Raleigh and Research Triangle areas of North Carolina, Avian and Exotic Animal Care is exclusively dedicated to the care of birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and exotic mammals.
Our team approach to providing veterinary care means your pet is always able to be seen by a veterinarian experienced in the care and treatment of birds and other exotic pets.
Pet Portals are private websites that give you secure online access to your pet's health information.
www.avianandexotic.com   (333 words)

  
 Exotic Pet News - Topix   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Exotic Pets: When Fluffy and Fido are just a little to conventional, there are other options
While most people prefer their pets to be warm and furry, or quietly swimming around in an aquarium, there are many local pet owners who want something different.
Veterinary Pet Insurance policies cover medical problems and conditions related to accidental injuries, emergencies, poisonings and illnesses, including cancer, diabetes, ear infections, broken bones and more.
www.topix.net /pets/exotic-pets   (600 words)

  
 ASPCA: Adopt: Exotics as Pets
Pet primates, big cats and reptiles have attacked and seriously injured their owners, unsuspecting neighbors and bystanders.
It is very hard to breed most exotic pets in captivity-one of the many tell-tale signs that even experts don't understand what these animals need.
Ultimately, local governments and taxpayers bear enormous responsibility when exotic animals are set loose or escape and must be recaptured, or when they are seized due to neglect or because they are endangering the community.
www.aspca.org /site/PageServer?pagename=adopt_exotics   (1142 words)

  
 Herpeton Exotic Pets, Inc
In that time, we have made many, many families happier with the addition of a high quality exotic pet.
HERPETON Exotic Pets is open seven days a week to serve your needs.
Herpeton Exotic Pets North is moving to a new, and MUCH BIGGER location.
www.herpeton.com   (207 words)

  
 Overview of Exotic Pets
Since much of the trade in exotic pets occurs on the fl market or over the Internet, it is difficult to determine exact statistics of such incidents.
Numerous stories of poorly nourished, poorly housed, and abused animals have taught that personal possession of exotic pets is not in the interest of the animals themselves.
Second, it discusses the characteristics of various legal responses to exotic pets by examining the jurisdictions that may pass such regulations (federal, state, and local), the types of regulatory schemes (bans, regulations, and permits), and the types of animals covered (tigers, bears, snakes, etc.).
www.animallaw.info /articles/ovusexoticpets.htm   (1037 words)

  
 Campaigns and Programs - Exotic "Pets": A Life Sentence
Every year, people are attacked and injured by exotic "pets" or exotic animals in roadside zoos; some of the attacks are fatal, and children have too often been the victims.
Compounding the risk to the public, many exotic animals are carriers of diseases, such as herpes B, salmonellosis, monkeypox, and rabies, which are communicable — and can be fatal — to humans.
Many animals who have become too difficult for their owners to care for, or who have outgrown their usefulness as "pets" or profit-makers, end up languishing in small pens in backyards, doomed to live in deplorable conditions, or are abandoned or killed.
www.api4animals.org /a3b_exotic_pets.php   (412 words)

  
 ARFF - Exotic "Pets"
Purchasers of exotic animals often have little if any knowledge of the species they are acquiring and quickly learn that exotic animals do not make good companions.
Once individuals realize they can no longer care for an exotic “pet,” they often turn to sanctuaries to relieve them of their responsibilities.
In Florida’s diverse habitat and subtropical climate, exotic animals dumped by their owners often are able to thrive, causing ecological harm and increased conflicts with humans throughout the state.
www.animalrightsflorida.org /exoticpets.html   (670 words)

  
 Pet Supplies exotic pet supplies
Sometimes when you're trying to find top-quality information about exotic pet supplies, you'll find it difficult separating superior advice from ill-equiped exotic pet supplies submissions and proposals so it is sensible to know how to moderate the information you are presented with.
A good hint to pusue when you are presented with help or advice concerning a exotic pet supplies article is to find out who owns the site.
This may divulge who is behind the site exotic pet supplies identifications The fastest way to determine who owns the exotic pet supplies site is to find the 'about' page.
www.go-seekit-in1.com /pet-supplies/exotic-pet-supplies.htm   (220 words)

  
 Exotic Pet Classifieds
keystone exotics, located in sunbury, pennsylvania is now taking deposits for spring 2007 bottle babies.
keystone exotics is now taking $200.00 deposits for spring 2007 bottle baby bobcat kittens.
Pets advertised in our pet categories are shown on the
www.usfreeads.com /_pets-and-animals/exotics.asp   (459 words)

  
 Exotic Pets Vet - Exotic Pet Legal Issues
Covering all the laws in all locales is beyond the scope of this page, as laws pertaining to exotic pets range from local city by-laws to federal regulations.
Exotic species are often prone to more restrictive laws than non-exotic species.
Please keep in mind that laws do exist and it is incumbent on pet owners to be aware of such laws.
www.exoticpetsvet.com /legal.html   (173 words)

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