Exotic Animals Research Paper

People who keep exotic animals as pets do not realize the danger they are putting on the animals or themselves. There have been around 2,000 incidents involving captive exotic pets that have been reported and 75 reported deaths between the years of 1990

Some people feel they should be allowed to keep exotic animals as they think they are capable of taking care for the animals.

It can cost up to thousands of dollars to own an exotic pet in order to meet all of the animals needs. Also, depending on the animal, if you own an exotic animal you have to dedicate all of your time to your pet. For example, you may not be able to go on vacation or stay somewhere for a couple of days because you can not leave your pet alone and you probably will not be able to find a pet sitter because your pet is not a normal household pet. You have to make sure you are meeting all of the animals needs because if you are going to own an animal like this you are going to have to be a lot more precise on the care taking of it than you would for a normal household pet such as a cat or a dog. For example, the feeding, the temperature you keep them at, the habitat you give them to live in all has to be very precise in order to keep the pet alive and healthy. You also have to make sure the animal is not just healthy and alive, but you also have to keep the animal happy. Most people do not realize all of this when they go out and get an exotic animal so the animal ends up getting sick or they just live a very unhappy

Owning exotic animals is both cruel to the animal its self and dangerous to those who care for the animals. Keeping exotic animals as pets is cruel. In the article Do You Really Want a Baby Tiger? by Mia Lewis the author states “The end result is that far too many of these exotic animals spend almost their entire lives in the ‘prison’ of a small cage.” Obviously, exotic animals are meant to be in environments that promote their natural behavior; forcing these animals to be locked up in a small pen

In most places owning a dog or cat is second nature, but what about a tiger, bear or maybe python? Exotic pet ownership is far from having a clear right or wrong answer but it is in need of a ban for both the protection of animal and owner.For exotic pet owners, owning a wild beast insures a sense of power and uniqueness. It is also their way of contributing to the conservation of a species by having a “backup population” once human population growth and habitat destruction has resulted in extinction (Slater 113). But in reality the ownership of wild animals as pets only helps to damage already fragile ecosystems, both the one from which they came from and the new one in which they find themselves. Animals in captivity are also stripped of a natural life in the wild, free of confinement and unsuitable care. Finally, the risk to humans is very large, injuries inflicted from exotic pets are dangerous and possibly deadly. Bans vary from state to state, ranging from no ban to partial ban to complete ban, but even in states with full bans, exotic pet ownership still occurs. Private ownership of an exotic animal as a pet should be banned in the US, due to disruptions in ecosystems, the dangers that wild animals are exposed too, and the risks to the owners of these pets.

Although it may be different and fun to own an exotic animal, they require special care that most people just cannot provide. Many supporters claim they are just like other pets, but they require care that is very difficult to provide. This includes, a special diet, housing, and maintenance. These standards cannot be met by an average person, so Instead of trying to meet these animals needs, owners use cruel methods to make them more “pet like,” and domesticated. These methods include bleak or lifeless enclosures, and even chaining and beating. It’s thought people can domesticate these animals but that’s not the case. This would take several years of breeding. The problems go even further after this. Animals also often have things like claw and tooth removal, which are extremely painful. If a person cannot take care of the animal they turn to zoos, however zoos cannot take care of all the exotic pets handed over to

Have you ever seen exotic animals such as lions or tigers, and wondered what it would be like to own them? Ever wonder if regular people like you and I could have them as “pets?” While some think keeping exotic animals is perfectly acceptable, others like myself strongly disagree. Keeping exotic animals in regular households should not be accepted by modern day society because it is wrong putting those types of wild animals in an environment where they are not supposed to be. They can also be very violent and unpredictable. Therefore it would be much safer for them to be out in the wild where they belong.

It is said that in order to protect the wildlife, we need to be educated about the wildlife that inhabits our planet. As humans, and the superior species on Earth, we put exotic animals, aquatic and terrestrial, in zoos or aquariums where people can go to see them to learn more about them in order to protect them. It just so happens that by putting these animals into captivity, we are causing more damage to them, just as damage is occurring in the wild and more species are becoming extinct. Animals should not be held in captivity; it does not save them from going extinct, but helps kill them off.

Every child has asked their parents for a pet animal. The thing is though, is what type of animal they asked for. Such as a dog or cat and even the occasional hippopotamus for Christmas, right? Lots of people buy exotic animals not knowing how much work it really takes to take care of them. For example, many people have bought pythons and when they get to a size where they can’t keep care of them they let them go into the wild. Exotic animals are very costly and time consuming, they grow up and get bigger and all in all they are very dangerous.

Many people believe that it is okay to have a wild animal in your house. But some people also believe that most individuals that have animals should be properly trained. In REXANO it states, “In the last 10-16 years, 1.5 people on average gets killed yearly by captive reptiles, 1 by captive big cat, 0.81 by captive elephant, 0.125 by captive bear and 0 by captive nonhuman primate”(REXANO). With this stated not many people die, but in all of this it says captive over and over again. Lots of these animals have probably taken these individual lives because they have been held captive for so long. Exotic pets do not deserve to be held in a cage all day, they should be able to be in the wild where they belong. Another piece of evidence found in REXANO is, “Animals are personal property; and we oppose legislation that restricts the private ownership or use of animals” (REXANO). Lots of exotic pet owners believe that because they have bought the animal, means that it is theirs and there is nothing anyone can do. But when you live with neighbors around you and your animal goes missing or it’s being disruptive they can take matters into their own hands. Exotic animals are too much of a disturbance to communities and dangerous in some areas. If they get out who knows what would happen, and that's why exotic pets should not be

There are many exotic animals all over the world that live in the wild. There are many species and some are extinct. Exotic animals are very expensive that require more than what people realize. These animals belong in their natural habitats. It is wrong and cruel for the animals that have to live in captivity when they are meant to live in the wild. Taking exotic animals out of the wild disrupts the natural food chain and negatively affects natural selection.

Many people are attracted to keeping wild animals as pets. They believe the wild animals to be interesting and exciting. At a young age, the animals may seem easier to tame, but the older these animals get, the more aggressive they tend to become. Many problems can develop from keeping a wild animal as a pet. Wild animals have specific needs that have to be met, in order for them to prosper. “Only the most exceptional zoos and wildlife centers provide a living area that somewhat resembles the natural habitat of these animals, but it is virtually impossible to provide sufficient space for larger species”(CFHS). In captivity animals do not lose their wild instincts. They can be extremely unpredictable, and if provoked they can cause severe harm to people. Some wild animals, such as reptiles and hedgehogs can actually carry bacteria called salmonella, which is very easily transmitted to humans. Exotic animals can be very social, and need to have a companion of the same species living with them. If the animal is kept isolated from its kind, then it can suffer psychologically (CFHS). Many wild animals that are kept as pets often get abandoned because the owner was not able to meet of its needs. Others try to

The question of humanity arises every couple of years, on the topic - should exotic animals be allowed to be kept as pets. Is it humane for the beings who feel pain, give birth, take care of their young like human beings do to be behind bars? According to the National Geographic 66 percent of wild animals are owned privately while the 28 percent of the animals reside in the zoo. Some of the exotic animals can be found as pets rather than in the wild. The estimated number of Tigers kept as pets are between 5,000 and 7,000, which is more than the ones that exist in the wild. Interested buyers can purchase a tiger cheaper than some of the purebred dogs, for the price as shocking as 300 dollars. Though some states in the United States do allow wild animals as pets, it is still illegal in most states or require a license for it. Most of the animals as pets are through illegal routes like underground auctions and smuggling.

Exotic animals should be banned from being purchased, hunted, and or traded from their natural habitat. People can look at an exotic animal for a couple minutes, but captivity affects their whole life. Exotic animals caged in non-natural habitats can experience many physical, and mental issues.

The owner clearly was not educated in the fact that all non domesticated animals still have their natural born instincts to attack. The Live Science Staff reported that on average, 76 people are reported injured or killed by exotic animals a year and since 1990 there has been a reported 2,066 exotic animal accidents(Live Science). Exotic pets can also transmit many diseases that are deadly to humans. Monkeys are known to carry Herpes B and a source explains,”An estimated 90 percent of all reptiles carry and shed salmonella in their feces. ...Centers of Disease Control estimates that 93,000 salmonella cases… reported each year in the United States”(Born Free USA). Even the smallest animals you wouldn 't expect can cause serious damage to human health. For example, the Live Science Staff states, “ ...documented by Born Free involved a 37-year-old man who contracted the fungal disease blastomycosis after being bitten by his pet kinkajou…”(Live Science). There has also been dozens of big cat attacks on humans that were mostly to young children.. Wild animals can attack, spread disease, and their owners are not capable to keep them enclosed to prevent these things.