Issues
Animal Environmental Enrichment
Boredom is a very common problem in wild animals kept in captivity. Article gives humane methods of relieving boredom in these animals as well as procedures to comply with U.S. Fed…
Asia Times: Japan's Illegal Immigrants, of the Furred Variety
An article about the growing market for exotic pets in Japan and enactment of stricter laws on animal ownership and the pet industry.
Big Cat Rescue Supports Legislation
Proposed and passed US legislation and enforcement of laws to stop the big cat and dangerous animal pet trade and regulate exotic animals.
Environmental Health Journal: Wild Thing
An article by Nick Warburton about the growing popularity of exotic pets in Britain and the increased number of those that are abandoned and found neglected in pet shops.
Maryland Department of Natural Resources: Pet Store Sweep
Twenty-four pet stores charged with selling or offering native and/or endangered reptiles and amphibians for sale
National Alternative Pet Association
Exotic and alternative pet information resource on exotic pet legislation, rescue groups, breeders, and adoption.
Parrot Association Of Canada: Legislation
Restrictive pet and exotic animal legislation in Canada. Articles and laws.
People for Domestic Skunks
Dedicated to making domestic skunks legal in the United States.
Phoenix Exotic Wildlife Association
Dedicated to legal and ethical ownership of exotic animals by private persons, with an emphasis on education and safety. Mailing list for ongoing discussion.
Primate Info Net: Just Say No to Exotic Pets
An article by Kathi Diamant about the exotic pet trade and the use of zoos as rescues.
Realistic Exotic Animal Laws
A mailing list for the discussion of laws, regulations, and other issues related to the keeping of exotic animals.
The Exotic Pet Trade
The Austin Zoo's advice about exotic pets and the common problems pet owners have with them.
The International Hedgehog Club
An international non-profit organization dedicated to the betterment and care of the domestic African hedgehog worldwide.
Zoocheck Canada: Critics Growl Over Keeping of Exotic Pets
Problems and proposed solutions regarding exotic pet ownership in Ontario.
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