Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on May 27, 2015: "How about sports betting? Humans consume. The severity of the problem may vary in extent (i.e. Therefore, people who approve of pet cats (or dogs, small reptiles, ferrets, ect.) Common household pets also contribute a great deal to the pet trade so always ensure you find a reputable breeder. So theres a serious amount of animals shipped worldwide. Without contact with a variety of wild and domestic animals, I think we, as a nation, would lose our appreciation for animals and the natural world. Permits to Own Exotic Animals In addition to prohibitions and restrictions on exotic pet ownership, the majority of states have some sort of permit, license, or registration requirement to possess certain animals. all over the place. A pet jaguar in Belize escaped in 2010 and killed the neighbor of the owner. Here are 10 of them dispelled by an actual exotic pet owner. If nobody wants exotic pets, traders wont catch them. Its still a form of "animal imprisonment" to keep a domestic cat/dog/whatever. The domesticated cat is established in all 50 states, and there is a powerful lobby to not only stop cat removal for the protection of wildlife, but currently owned pet cats are routinely released to add to the devastation of invasive feral cats which include excessive small animal predation, diseases spread by feces to wildlife, and adding to the number of animals that motorists have to swerve past to avoid emotional upset. border: 1px solid gray; Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on June 01, 2014: NDsnakes-- AZA doesn't support pet owners, you'd have to agree to their SSPs and they get control of certain animals, I think. A lot of it depends on whether there is a sufficiently well financed lobby to change things. 6. I've lived with cats and dogs in my youth. Stories can be viewed on the web atvetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet-talk. Companion animals | Exotic animals | Formulas/Calculator - Source: 2017-2018 U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook. Tigers are pretty easy to breed, and therefore anyone can achieve it. Argument 3 is pretty good, but we can't say with certainty that NO exotic pet has EVER harmed the environment. The 'only' difference is that tigers are massive animals and even their attempts to play with you can put you in the hospital. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Felicia Wilson There's a large following. they're happiest when they are around people companions. Many indoor cats have behavioral problems, weight gain, and neurosis as a resultwhich is not unlike what occurs with inadequately cared for exotic pets or zoo animals. My mother called me an hour later to say that the cop had called her saying we were fine but what happened. .page-title__wrapper { I can't argue against the negative stuff: disease, environmental problems, bad care from some ownersall of that is true. As for the logic 'if you accept domestic pets, you must accept exotic pets', that logic applies to anything. Exotic animal regulations in New Brunswick. And not just in the United States, but worldwide (think feral dogs, cats, pigeons, swine). "And your claims that "no pet big cat has escaped and attacked a member of the public" is patently false.". Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on February 15, 2017: Whatever: You're existing in a fantasy world. The Act states that the exemption list is set by regulation, rather than being included in . The exotic pet trade is cruller than you realize. Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on January 19, 2017: What a scary story Daisy, I'm glad everything turned out OK, but what unnecessary stupidity these laws are. Yet, the industry grows by the day. When I think PS, I want to know; is an animal going to attack me or my child while we're minding our own business, assuming no risk, as countless dogs have done (just as in the recent viral video where a cat "defends" the little boy). Take any subject upon which opinions vary. Some are simultaneously considered to be domestic as well. I don't mind people taking care of abandoned animals etc or maybe an exotic animals somehow decide it likes you and wants to stay but. } When we got to California, we entered from a less trafficked road. People who seek to resolve the perceived public safety threat of exotic pets are hardly saving many human lives by proposing bans. The idea that a tiger wants to kill you every chance it gets is just ignorance. I agree full heartedly that cheetahs taken from their natural habitat harms the ecosystem, and I will repeat how much I agree with that time and time again, but it is also important to remember that not all exotic animals are endangered. Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on December 01, 2017: "I'd really love for you to expand on your point as to why owning a domestic animal could ever be the same as owning an exotic one. Is it just the genet? A human-socialized tiger has a better disposition than a feral cat, but the feral cat is domesticated and the tiger is not, because that word means a change of genes. (At the time I had a Female ferret name Jezzabell who was 8 years old at the time) And wanted to go on a cross country road trip. John Albu from Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102 on May 25, 2015: I think the problem with exotic pets as opposed to regular ones is that they are more complicated to keep. The only special permits required are to move llamas, cattle, bison, domestic dog, horses, ferrets, goats, poultry, sheep, and pigs on the state's roads. im impressed that u know how to put fake info. people should be allowed to own wild animals if they take care of them if they are going extinced they should breed them to help. There are lots of examples like that ranging from criminal justice issues, to controversy surrounding freedom of speech, artistic expression, personal lifestyles, etc. Exotic animal bedding and cages cost between 500 and 8,000 dollars on average. 3. 3. Within 14 months (2020 to 2021), one in five U.S. families added a dog or cat to their household. So why is one opinion acceptable and another is not? Median home list price: $337,500. Second leopards are endangered and taking them out of their natural habitat (were they can roam around and hunt and live their life the way nature has intended) for human amusement. Customers praise its products and how theyve, Coconut oil for dogs has become popular among dog owners who want a more natural and holistic approach, Is leash training your puppy essential? "There are exotic pet owners out there whose care and expertise could appeal to even the most diehard anti-captivity advocate, and since they exist, the right to keep alternative pets is worth protecting.". ? But dogs and cats bite too. If you love them, don't you want them to have a natural life in the wild? If you don't know who to call, then asking at the local pet store is another option. to have anything as a pet, is completely wrong ! My lemur or whatever was born in captivity just as you would buy a puppy from a breeder. Lets look at some exotic pet attacks and their statistics. I don't think there is anything wrong with keeping cats. This is partially true, it is far more dangerous to be locked in a cage with any tiger picked at random compared to a random canine. Maybe I wrote it incorrectly, but I'm only referring to the U.S. as the sample size, and members of the public should have "uninvolved" next to it if I didn't write that. Exotic pet ownership statistics show that the pet trade imports 70% of them into the country. However, many use the term to include native species as well (e.g., snakes may sometimes be considered exotic as pets even in places where they are found in the wild). Do they have outdoor areas?. Exotic pets are singled out due to lack of cultural acceptance only. Pot-bellied pigs, camels, and llamas are some examples. I'd really love for you to expand on your point as to why owning a domestic animal could ever be the same as owning an exotic one. You say your arguments are irrefutable, though there is an ability to debate the point. Exotic animals subsist on aspects of their environment that cannot be fully replicated in a domestic setting. Some species are also, Big cats are also quite popular, especially in the US that has. some one needs to tell deb over there to do better research on florida, when they went out and did the great snake hunts they barely found any snakes. It is not realistic to assume that all cat keepers are aware of the commitment involved that should be carried out with all pets in captivityin fact most people view cats as 'easy care' pets that don't require much attention from the owner. Very nice and well written article. The point is that you shouldn't be judging me if you're fine with owning cats. Learn about the rules and regulations, as well as which animals are banned as pets. Tools. That does NOT have to do with any 'wild' characteristics. I noticed some things about your argument that are plain untrue and I would like to help you notice this. Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on May 15, 2014: DevilsAdvocate-- I should also point out upon reviewing my words that a lynx is not considered to be a 'big cat' to me or zoologists, so the lynx scenario is also not an example of what I was referring to. It's no different from the stock market, or placing a wager with an insurance company. Of course we did, and then he let us go. I treat both of them the same and love them both. Jungleland USA was a private zoo, animal training facility, and animal theme park in Thousand Oaks, California, United States, on the current site of the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza. I know Sam may never see this, but I wrote it anyway so that people who come across this in the future may see a more logical answer. Lets explore the chances of your pet escaping. #views-exposed-form-tagged-content-person-block-2 .form-item-title input { These animals are tortured and kept cruelly for our enjoyment. You're better off with ZAA accreditation. I'd love to be a domestic cat; they don't have to worry about anything. Three weeks later, the . The laws regarding exotic pet ownership vary by state. The existence of the animal means that some people will abuse it. Me wishing this would be the one time she would give someone hell but nah she was like 'warm hand'. Which exotic pets are legal in Indiana? Purchasing the bird isn't cheap either; these beauties cost anywhere from a grand to $10,000 easily. so your telling me owning a chihuahua is just as selfish selfish as purchasing a baby leopard. That said, I am an animal rights nut, but also a pragmatist. You may care for your animals like any pet owner, but owning an animal that really hasn't adapted to living with humans seems very cruel to me. Now don't think that I find the non-U.S. incidents irrelevant or that I believe that it's IMPOSSIBLE for a cat to escape and harm a member of the public. Quite apart from malpractices by keeper and inadequate facilities in these concrete tanks the effect of captivity ultimately destroys the mental equilibrium and welfare of these highly intelligent and sentient creatures . But aside from this, monkeys are one animal. Accessibility | i have noted down all your points for a debate at university. "For example, there have been instances, although rare, where privately owned tigers and lions, some of which could have been former "pets", were slaughtered so that their parts could be sold on the black market.". For example, in Vermont you'll need a permit to own an anaconda, but not to keep a pet alligator. This is a statement, not an argument.". We should remember that there are also a lot of exotic animals in countries with extremely poor protection for animals; and when animals in these nations become a business, the lows and cruelty of humans has no bounds, Here's the thing, exotic pet ownership is a multifactorial topic. Neither are the incidences involving small cats like servals. Despite the small number of bad scenarios involving exotics, people still hold exotic pet owners, as a whole, 100% responsible for every incident individual owners cause, but dog owners are never blamed for attacks and fatalities caused by other dog owners (this means that there would have to be zero exotic pet-related incidences in order to ease peoples fears, and sometimes even that isnt enough!). I was hoping to get a little more information. Maybe, just maybe, it is the sheep-like parroting of people like you, Sam, that is uneducated and unfounded. Prospective owners can try to get references from whoever theyre buying the animals from, and buying locally is always really good, Blue-McLendon said. Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on May 28, 2014: Yes, particularly with the larger or more uncommon exotics, we've already lost the fight in most states and cities. i can't even so nasty. They are ONE animal. Not only those animals die, the the predators that rely on those animals die.This then ruins the whole ecosystem. You may be so in love with a serval, or a macaw, but wouldn't you rather see these animals happy? Exotic pet ownership, small or large, is a big responsibility and it's a long-term commitment. font-size: 1.5rem; I have had a leopard gecko and a yellow lab for about 5 years now and they both have the same needs, water, food and space. Also, 70% of Cheetah cubs die when being taken and usually the mother is killed (other mothers in others species are killed too). Dr. Alice Blue-McLendon, a clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and director of the Winnie Carter Wildlife Center, says that it is also important to differentiate between exotic pets, which can be kept ethically in domestic settings, and wildlife, which should not be kept domestically. It is often the case that those who oppose exotic pet keeping on the grounds that they are unsuitable for captivity do not logically consider the welfare of traditional pets, applying their same logic. She's also perfectly happy and healthy because we play with her and take care of her PROPERLY. I would certainly enjoy a law that would prohibit peoples attempts to ban my pets and lifestyle, but I know that wouldnt be ethical. Read. Although not always an ideal pet for everyone, the Serval is a gorgeous exotic cat from Africa. My fox belongs somewhere to be free but when she was little she got bit by a wolf and i saved her when she was getting hurt so from now on ive kept her safe. Very educational and Congrats on HOTD Melissa. If you love your dog, and you can't properly care for it, it's the same logic. After his lynx passed away, he purchased a Wallaby and named him Bucky. Vvitta, I also look at the point of view of the animalwhat about the animals your pets are slaughtering? Of course I thought ticket. And yet, by and large the wildlife situation in the US national forests is in reasonable shape. It's true we've damaged their environments, but our goal should be to fix those environments not make them our pets. A rare getaway happened on October 7th, 2020, when a baby red kangaroo escaped from a truck in Monroe, Washington. All require the owner to do research, lest their care is executed poorly. Jungleland USA. 2023 The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers on this website. In 2016, 13.3% of households were estimated to have specialty or exotic pets, a 25.5% increase from 2011. That is my opinion. THAT is irrefutable. For example, 22% of homes in Indonesia own a bird, whereas less than 3% own a cat or dog. Oftentimes the breeders even have pedigrees for their animals. Circus animals are notorious for their break frees. My house burned and I was at work. appropriate diet, perches, maybe a catio or outdoor enclosure, the space it needs, and everything else, find it a loving home. Look it up if you don't believe me. It does not take 30,000 years to domesticate animals just because dogs have been around for that long. Approximately 90.5 million domesticated animals live in 70% of pet-owning households (2022). "And it's estimated that 80-90% of macaques (even "pet trade" individuals) carry the Herpes B virus, which is fatal to humans.". Captive wild-animal attacks often make the news. Exotic Pet Ownership. Keeping a tiger in a cage is not right, no matter the emotional well being it can give you. And your claims that "no pet big cat has escaped and attacked a member of the public" is patently false. thanks for the information i think the same too. margin-right: calc(50% - 580px); 30% is still MILLIONS of cats. What other pets are similar to dogs? In 2011, over 50 wild animals were released in Zanesville, Ohio. @media only screen and (max-width: 719px) { On December 30th, 2018, a zoo worker in Burlington, North Carolina, was attacked by a lion who escaped its pen. The Cavalry Group (or "Cavalry") is a boutique public relations and strategic communications firm headquartered in New Haven, Connecticut . everyone, can't say there is some novel reason keeping exotics is so terrible. Survival of many animals will depend on the preservation of habitat for the preservation of wildlife, not whether exotic animals socialized and raised as pets; however, it might well be the answer for the survival of many species. It will simply run, hunt, and attempt to find a mate inside your living room. Can you own a monkey or fox in this U.S. state? } I should like to ask Melissa her opinion of the the hundreds of dolphins and whales held in captivity in dolphinaria in the USA. @media only screen and (min-width: 1160px) { I can tell you irrefutably that my "exotics" are easier to care for then my "domestics". The reality is, taking exotic and unusual animals out of their natural habitats can inhibit their health and reduce chances for survival. I am not calling you cruel, that's what keeping them seems like to me though. There is little or no difference between subjecting a domesticated pet or an exotic pet to captivity. 1. What do you expect from a wild animal like that! A yard, a house, proper vet care, supplies, etc. Exotic animals also require specialized care that may differ from the needs of more common pets. you could try and stop selfish people and inspire selflessness. Suggestions for future topics may be directed toeditor@cvm.tamu.edu. If anything, this tells us to be concerned about macaques but we have around 100+ other exotics to assess. You think you're doing the right thing when in reality you're only promoting the problem. Tigers will not be kept in living rooms and dart out the front door when the owner leaves. Try telling my very domesticated, indoor by choice cat that she's meant to be wild xD Seriously, if I leave her out on her own for more than 5 minutes, she gets pissed off at me. width: auto; We don't have exact data for exotic pets, but an aggressive macaque, tiger, or bear is going to have a much higher likelihood of killing someone than a traditional "domestic" animal would. but when reading the articles you'd swear you can't take a step wtihout stepping on a sake. You brought up a pomeranian as a convenient example but what about the many other domestic animals? thank you so much Melissa A Smith!!!!!! 200 Westboro Road I wanted to respond to Sam's comment on the dangers of the exotic pet trade to their indigenous ecosystems. No one can give you a, Many HempMy Pet reviews recommend this companys CBD oils and treats. Animal rights advocates advise against keeping most wild animals in captivity, but that hasn't stopped exotic pet lovers from legally owning . The average exotic pet owner would get their pet from where they already do: from breeders in their country. Basically, whenever any animal of the exotic description harms anyone, the reaction is that all the animals should be banned. Just a girl trying to make a difference on March 21, 2017: Unlike most of the people in the comments, I do not support exotic pets. Horses, cows, and other large herbivores have caused deaths because of their sheer mass alone, and countless injuries that would never make the major news unless a celebrity was the victim. The garden plant trade is also equally damaging. So basically, the logic being exercised here is that since domesticated animals are not supposed to bite or kill humans, their consistently occurring attacks and even fatalities are not relevant, and only reflect on the individual. Here are 10 exotic animals that are legal to own in the state of Texas. } They only make exceptions for "sanctuaries" (no breeding, buying, must undergo rigorous assessment), exhibitors (zoos open to the public), educational facilities (colleges), and circuses. I do support reasonable regulations on dangerous exotics, but never full-out bans or ridiculous, impossible-to-meet standards. 11% of the cases come from contact with a reptile thats 132,000 people. In fact, despite the vivid imagination of law makers, no pet big cat has escaped and attacked a member of the "uninvolved" public (people who aren't the owner, or voluntarily visiting the animal) in the U.S. If someone you know owns an exotic pet, make them aware of the dangers. That doesn't mean you end the animal's existence. My point is why contribute to the selfishness? Lets explore more information on exotic animals as pets and their statistics. The plan is just to go down fighting, then maybe those of use who are really obsessed can find a way to get licensed for 'educational' reasons. It's no different from the stock market". I have been taking my ferret on walks since I first got him, at first I let just anyone touch him; Kids, parents, local police (That one is a funny story). No one intends to harm animals by keeping them as pets even though this can unintentionally occur. (And duh its obviously better than killing them). Yes, domestic cats have a huge impact on the environment, but that's not what the argument's about. Dogs, for example, have had 30,000 years of certain breeding to domesticate them. So, what can you do to help these animals? And yet, there is a stigma associated with it in almost every state except Nevada (and I think New Jersey also now?). Median home list price: $449,950. Probably. Exotic pet statistics show a clear rise in the demand for unusual pets, but what do we truly know about the trade? I believe that pets must not be caged and be allowed the freedom of movement. For example, there have been instances, although rare, where privately owned tigers and lions, some of which could have been former "pets", were slaughtered so that their parts could be sold on the black market. Owning an exotic pet comes with a whole lot more responsibilities. But these arent the only animals to watch out for. Promptly after releasing them, he shot himself. Bans only eliminate problems by eliminating animals. It's all linked, we should have a low tolerance for people with exotic pets, because there will always be some POS out there who wants to capitalize on the exotic animal business, and to those people it doesn't matter how many have to suffer in order to make a living. I remember being so scared, as they opened the door and reached for her. Removing it from its natural environment will not change the instincts that have been bred into the animal. Total treatments between 2003-2012 because: Treatment needed between 2003-2012 because: W58 Bitten or struck by crocodile or alligator, X20 Contact with venomous snakes and lizards, X24 Contact with centipedes and venomous millipedes (tropical), Combined total of reptile/inverts (this includes native animals): 1260. Exotic pet owners keep exotic pets for the same reasons that domesticated animal owners keep domesticated pets, which is the hope of a symbiotic relationship with their creature of choice. On a side note.. Im not necessarily against exotic pet ownership. Though you did scrape the side of why they are good, I feel like some changes couldve been made. } And Im not one of those people who say Chihuahuas bite more than pit bulls!failing to realize that a pit bull bite is far more severe than a little dogs. He asked for the ferret, and not wanting to get in too much more trouble I reluctantly handed her over. Exotic pets do not harm the environment any more than domestic pets. If you intend to import an exotic animal from a foreign country, you should directly contact our import specialists to determine what the requirements are in your situation.The telephone number is (301) 851-3300 option 2 or you can email vs.live.animal.import.export@usda.gov. There are a lot of animals for sale that should not be kept as pets. Ice did his best to keep Bucky under wraps, as it isn't legal to possess these animals in Florida, but Bucky broke free and caused chaos. It is rather astounding that owners of bonafide invasive species would become enraged that some exotic pets have also become invasive. What kind of heavily concerning zoonotic diseases do captive born genets, wallabies, servals, sugar gliders, capybara, bobcats, toucans, zebras, coatimundis, and wolves have? It is also estimated that, due to the fact that many keepers like myself have multiple reptiles and inverts, there are more reptiles and inverts kept as pets in the UK than there are cats and dogs. Before you start preaching to others how wrong it is to own exotic pets, just be sure you inform people you are also against owning dogs and cats. If you hate that people keep exotic pets, its easy to be optimistic about them being forced into extinction. Most cats, aside from uncommon pedigree cats like Persians, hunt on their own, VERY WELL, eliminating native species due to it. Many of them couldn't survive in the wild. Give it up, and let it live a life where it has everything it needs. So what if some people do say stuff about exotic animals belong in their habitat, well so do regular animals like cats and dogs and even birds. An irrefutable fact is the destruction of animal habitat by humankind slowing forcing many animals into extinction. All animals are the same we just spent more time with dogs and cats. You say their's 5 arguments for exotic pet ownership, yet you're only giving me 1 and then you rehash the same point.. We get it!! Take A Trip On The Wild Side: Ethical Exotic Pet Ownership. I saw in another article that you didn't believe that bears could be properly kept by private owners. Unfortunately, due to the sheer demand. You need to know more about them, they have special demands and people don't always bother to research about that. . If you can't care for an animal like a cat and give it what it needs like mental stimulation, a raw and bio. Good job. But it was actually a list of counties and cities that ferrets were banned (at the time) with corresponding state. No, bans do not make exceptions for 'good' owners. It must be comfortable and allowed to meet 'humans' if it wants too and both parties must feel safe. Because the first thing he did was start laughing. Many myths about exotic pet ownership are perpetuated by animal rights groups and public ignorance. Or really anyone who does anything that affects animals negatively. My little 6kg dog and my cat would do far more damaged to me or anyone else if they attacked than any of my exotics. Whether it is a dog, cat, flamingo, genet, or wallaby, they are all pets that fall under the same ethical quandary. Exotics, for me, provide a link to the natural world that television shows can never reproduce. Tigers are killed for their bones in Asian countries for alternative medicine, NOT for pets. So what! Leaving alone the subject of inherently dangerous animals like tigers, even harmless exotics like ferrets have been persecuted for the exceptionally rare circumstances where a case emerges with a child injured by one. So "safe pets" caused over 40,000 treatments to be needed and that's not even including other pets deemed as safe like cats/rats/mice etc and reptiles/inverts, so called "dangerous wild animals", didn't even make it into 2000. This is stupid cats and dogs are nice and wild animals would eat you for a snack. I'm moving the NC too, and be SURE to find one of the few remaining counties that doesn't have bans. I was so touched and scared Mochie was alive. Volunteer Services for Animals (VSA) is an organization of volunteers dedicated to animal well-being and the promotion of the human-animal bond through programs of education, advocacy and assistance. Exotic animals are beautiful and fascinating creatures, but they rarely make great household pets. The follow are the five best arguments for preserving the rights of people to own exotic pets privately, in my opinion. It is illegal to poach animals, if you were unaware, and any trade of any poached animal carcass or young is also a serious offense. 1. Exotic pet incident statistics show its not just these animals that get out. This includes big cats, primates, reptiles, amphibians, and rare birds. If we can guess that there are at least thousands of pet macaques owned, why hasn't even ONE person caught the virus in the last 15 years? She believes in treating animals with the devotion and respect they deserve. See you around. 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