Owning Exotic Pets 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

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

According to Mia Lewis, author of Do You Really Want a Baby Tiger, there has been a huge increase in the amount of people who own exotic animals in the states. Many people find the need to have an exotic animal to stand out from all the rest. Although most people don’t understand how costly it is to own an exoctic animal or how you have to furfill their needs and even the dangers of owning an exoctic pet which is why owning an exoctic pet is not a good idea.

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.

While domesticated pets like dogs and cats make good pets many people want to own exotic animals that belong in the wild. These animals range from tigers to pythons, but should not be owned as they need special care most people cannot provide. Not only this, but exotic animals release is harmful for everyone, the exotic animal, humans, and native animals. Lastly, many exotic animals carry diseases that are harmless to them, but fatal to humans. Exotic “pets” are harmful for everyone, not just the pet. This is why people should not be able to own exotic pets.

As kids we all see a puppy and say awww look at that adorable doggy mom, can we get it? Then they say no it’s too expensive. On average a dog cost about 700 dollars and that's not including all the food and supply. So if a dog cost that much just image what an exotic animal would cost. In Mia Lewis’s, Do You Really Want a Baby Tiger? She states “You have to build a sturdy cage or enclosure that is the appropriate size and the right hiding, resting, climbing, and play space to approximate the animals natural habitat”(Lewis). With this evidence the amount of land that would be taken up would be about four or five acres of land, to keep the animal happy. And if you have more land that means more money being spent. Another reason why exotic animals can be time consuming and expensive is that they grow up. Mia Lewis states that “ Keep in mind that that pet ownership is a lifetime commitment. Jenney’s dog may live to be 15, but a

Taking care of your pet properly is not a cheap proposition. People think sometimes that all you have to do is feed and water them and they will pretty much take care of themselves. That is not the case. Every animal needs care above and beyond just daily care. This needs to be taken into consideration if you are going to be a first time pet owner of if you are thinking about getting an exotic pet.

Exotic animals kept as house pets are a hazard to the pet owners and any other people around the

With regard to keeping a pet, any animal can be mistreated and could possibly be a danger to their owner, but exotic pets present some unique dangers to their owners in terms of creating some

Exotic animals as pets are a very popular thing in the U.S. right now. To get one you need to know a few things such as: The laws, permits, its a criminal business so be careful who you get the animal from, they can be very expensive, they are a commitment, and you need to research that animal to make sure you know the risks.The U.S. is one of the main destinations for exotic and endangered wild animals (Inside The Exotic Animal Trade). As of 2013 around 19.4 million U.S. households had an exotic animal as a pet (Micheli, Robin). There are laws and restrictions to owning an exotic animal (Exotic Animal Laws by State). If you are considering owning one you need to check with your state, city, and county (Micheli, Robin).

Owning an exotic pet would be hard work to keep them energetic all the time, but it would be pretty shocking to walk into a house and see and tiger laying on your friends couch! Having an exotic pet can be loads of fun also, it would be neat to see a fifteen foot python slithering across a neighbor’s floor! If a baby lion was lying down in dog pin, that would be pretty

First of all not many accidents happen from exotic animals. Only 3.25 people die to exotic animals animals a year when about 125 people die of car accidents a year. Also if the exotic animal is caged and welfare has been taken care of why not let people have them.

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.