I would certainly enjoy a law that would prohibit peoples attempts to ban my pets and lifestyle, but I know that wouldnt be ethical. These issues are resolved the same exact way you would with an 'exotic' animal. Between 19902021, over 1,300 exotic pets have escaped in the US. Exotic animal = anything other than a dog, cat, or common farm animal. 5. The garden plant trade is also equally damaging. If theres no demand, the trade will cease to exist. The definition of an exotic pet varies by locale, so what is considered "domesticated" in one place may be considered exotic elsewhere. I was so touched and scared Mochie was alive. What such evidence exists that the 'pet trade' involving captive tigers is a significant reason that people go into jungles and shoot wild tigers? All I can say is that dog and cat supporters, i.e. 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. appropriate diet, perches, maybe a catio or outdoor enclosure, the space it needs, and everything else, find it a loving home. Most people dont understand a great deal about what it takes to own and care for an exotic animal. 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. Therefore, people who approve of pet cats (or dogs, small reptiles, ferrets, ect.) This means there's less vegetation which means animals that rely on the vegetation die. Keeping in mind that lack of being more damaging than another type of animal is not by any means meant to be taken as an attempt to make light of the negative environmental impact that some of our pet-keeping decisions are responsible for, the most popular pets in America that are recommended as moral alternatives to exotic pets are indeed the most damaging to the ecosystem. Also, it steadily increased between 1990-2017. You can have 20 years of expertise, a 10 acre compound, and loads of money. For instance, when Cheetahs are captured, there's more prey. 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. Three weeks later, the . The severity of the problem may vary in extent (i.e. The common exotic pet owner, if exotic pet ownership were to become normal, would not purchase (legally) exotic animals from poachers anyhow. That is my opinion. Especially if the animal is well cared for. .toggle-text { Your first 2"arguments" don't really support exotic pet ownership - you're just claiming that "normal" pet owners do bad things, too. What kind of heavily concerning zoonotic diseases do captive born genets, wallabies, servals, sugar gliders, capybara, bobcats, toucans, zebras, coatimundis, and wolves have? In most states, many exotic animals are not allowed to be owned as pets, period. Take any subject upon which opinions vary. Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on May 27, 2015: "How about sports betting? The definition of a wild or exotic animal is one that does not belong to one of seven domesticated species: dogs, cats, horses, pigs, cows, sheep or goats. As in, if the member of the public is on the property of the exotic animal voluntarily (or in the case of children, brought there, so the guardian assumes the risk) than it's not a matter of public safety. Exotic pet ownership is more popular than you might think. Exotic pet ownership statistics show that the pet trade imports 70% of them into the country. Domestication is an arbitrary concept that cannot be strictly defined. the picture up the page is of a genet. Thats why products like the wireless dog fence exist. font-size: 1.5rem; The NRA and proper hunting license management\enforcement. .content-container.responsive-grid, #views-exposed-form-tagged-content-person-block-2 { It doesn't mean that we should do it to other animals. In the United States where exotic pets are legal the USDA regulates the sale and origin of the exotic pet that is to be sold or adopted. It can be easy to succumb to the allure of having a beautiful spotted cat as a pet, but theyre just not suited for households, Blue-McLendon said. That doesn't mean you end the animal's existence. Exotic could also be an animal that is not native to the area, so think of a kangaroo in the US, it doesnt really make sense, but it happens. Small Animal Specialties Equine & Large Animal Specialties Farm Animal Specialties Clinical Trials Resources Back to School Routine For Your Pet Clipping Your Pet's Nails - Cautions and Clippers How to Use Pill Pockets to Give Your Pets Medication . Dogs are normally trained not to bite by their mothers, and any dog that does bite was either raised in a puppy mill or their mother was taken away from them too young. Find out which "exotic" species also make wonderful household companions. I don't think there's anything wrong with exotic pets or cats. That said, I am an animal rights nut, but also a pragmatist. Exotic Animals Are Banned as Pets for Welfare Issues. So do many dogs, especially when they aren't neutered, or are you comparing surgically altered animals to intact exotic pets? My point is why contribute to the selfishness? On December 30th, 2018, a zoo worker in Burlington, North Carolina, was attacked by a lion who escaped its pen. In the same year, a two-year-old girl was strangled and killed by a captive python owned by her parents. Now, lets look at whats happening to exotic pets worldwide. You did great. they have a nasty bite. Asking questions of the owners, including asking to see where their animals are bred, is a good way to help ensure animals were produced ethicallyare they in little, tiny cages? As a result, Charla Nash had the first. I try my best to inform those who approach that they are part of the weasel family and related to polecats and minks. There are few veterinarians that can treat your pet, food, and shelter may be expensive, or the animal needs specific or time-consuming care. There are a lot of animals for sale that should not be kept as pets. Domesticated animals are overbred and many are invasive species. but when reading the articles you'd swear you can't take a step wtihout stepping on a sake. I think my selfishness level does not exceed that of most modern people. The term "exotic pet" encompasses a broad range of animals, loosely meaning any pet that is not a dog, cat, or farm animal. And ferrets are probably some of the more popular small animals, so numbers are high. The Burmese python is the most popular animal that people complain about; however, despite the severity of the nuisance, its presence is restricted to one region in Florida (they cannot survive in most states). So me, two other friends, Jezzy and their dog hit the touristy spots. Any animal can be kept as long as it is properly cared for, thanks i doing a school essay and this help a lot, that is why this topic is so controversial, Thanks for the information I think the same as you. Still, domesticated animals can also cause severe damage, like the 4.5 million dog bites occurring annually in the US. Some conservationists have actually suggested captive breeding of tigers to offset the shooters. I treat both of them the same and love them both. Good job. Approximately 90.5 million domesticated animals live in 70% of pet-owning households (2022). Nothing is irrefutable. Exotic pets may also have the advantage of receiving individualized attention, unlike many zoo animals. Of course I thought ticket. If the cat doesn't want to live with humans, it doesn't have to - it can always go and live somewhere else. And that is just the tip, So, you want to know how many dogs are in the world? The existence of the animal means that some people will abuse it. You must really love cats. Exotic pets can cause a serious amount of damage, but well get to that shortly. Lack of excellence in selflessness leads many people to believe humans are the scum of the Earth, despite no other animal even taking a monk-like lifestyle into consideration. 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. But these arent the only animals to watch out for. Maybe this is true, not one of my areas of interest. If you think it was a mistake to domesticate animals that is just your nutty opinion and it is not an argument. } Nor is it right for one person to dictate which levels of selfishness are appropriate, i.e., the production of domesticated animals is ethical and keeping natural state animals is not. 4. The Act states that the exemption list is set by regulation, rather than being included in . 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. A TikTokker is showing viewers the reality of exotic pet ownership Enlarge this image Asha, an African serval, has almost a million followers on TikTok. Despite expectations, will unforeseen deaths by domesticated pets ever end? I'm not advocating for the removal of any animals from their native habitat, but what I am trying to bring light to is the fact that simply because a pet is exotic, it is not always true that it is endangered. In the large majority of cases, tameness comes from human socializing. I do sort of agree with all of the others who say stuff about keeping exotic animals is some what selfish, but it is really not selfish if you think about it hard and meaningfully. Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on May 20, 2014: Melissa - thank you so much for what you do. There were 91 incidents of death by exotic pets between 19902021. We then continue to build more of these structures for frivolous pleasures: nail salons, restaurants, Build-a-bear workshopsyou name ita resource-consuming structure will be built for it. The tiger mauling occurred because the boy and his father were visiting the big cat owner, who foolishly went to show the animals to them and opened the cage. If you hate that people keep exotic pets, its easy to be optimistic about them being forced into extinction. Of course not. 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. In Mexico City, a 500-pound lion escaped from a local lawmakers private zoo and attacked a woman and child. I don't think there is anything wrong with keeping cats. width: auto; Removing it from its natural environment will not change the instincts that have been bred into the animal. Why? Researching exotic pet statistics for 2022, we see there are quite a few definitions, but to keep things simple heres what weve gathered. The exotic pet trade is cruller than you realize. In some countries, keeping exotic animals is more common than domesticated animals. It is becoming crystal clear that many things humans do as mere hobbies and pleasure have negative impacts for our world, but laws seem to be made only when people are wrongfully intimidated by something. You don't understand animals if you think tigers just want to kill everything. Also, here's a really interesting article on Popular Science about a lab that has developed truly domesticated red foxes in just 60 years by selective breeding. "If this is the case, then you should have no problem with more restrictive laws (often referred to as "bans")". Don't like hunting for sport and would prefer much better gun control. width: 100%; 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. Why do people tend to overlook this strikingly obvious fact about the nature of all pets? I have little doubt in my mind that exotics have probably caused non-severe incidents (like the lynx) that was simply not reported; again, regardless of the fact that there are millions of dogs so that accounts for their millions of bites, there are still at least thousands of exotic cats. As for exotic pet trade, if it is done in a responsible way and encourages preservation of wildlife (let's say by breeding exotic pets domestically rather than exploiting threatened populations in the wild), then one needs to consider that such ideas if properly executed can have merit. (Did you see the double animal pun?). I thought it was made clear that while I acknowledge that pet keeping is and always has been selfish, that any human other than monks following extreme ascetic lifestyles will find it completely impossible to become 'unselfish', nor do I think it's fair for any human to torture themselves over this idea and diminish their quality of life. "And your claims that "no pet big cat has escaped and attacked a member of the public" is patently false.". So theres a serious amount of animals shipped worldwide. You're better off with ZAA accreditation. You may be so in love with a serval, or a macaw, but wouldn't you rather see these animals happy? Exotic animal regulations in New Brunswick. Lets look at some exotic pet attacks and their statistics. Melissa, I love your articles and am incredibly grateful for what you write. I've lived with cats and dogs in my youth. 6. An irrefutable fact is the destruction of animal habitat by humankind slowing forcing many animals into extinction. But is that the right thing to do? } so your telling me owning a chihuahua is just as selfish selfish as purchasing a baby leopard. 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. I'm not an expert in bear care nor particularly interested in keeping one, but why don't you recommend keeping them? Considering that this is "rare", I find it to be unreasonable to cite this as a broad impact from the N. American exotic pet trade. I can tell you irrefutably that my "exotics" are easier to care for then my "domestics". We rely on readers to support this website. Do they have outdoor areas?. Tigers tame rather well, just as well as any cat, or perhaps better. } Vvitta, I also look at the point of view of the animalwhat about the animals your pets are slaughtering? Not only do domesticated animals hurt people, but they kill too. Median home list price: $449,950. As for occupational or personal risk, high-risk extreme sports are similar to situations where people choose to interact with dangerous animals. 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. I own an exotic pet, and I agree with all of your points. And if pet ownership is inherently "selfish" and "unnatural", as you suggest, then why are you so in favor of it? I learnt new things here. I am still amused that the city of Denver outlawed African pygmy hedgehogs because of (so I heard) fears of feral hedgehogs, although midsummer is the only time Denver temperatures are warm enough for the hedgehogs! Thanks again! In 2011, over 50 wild animals were released in Zanesville, Ohio. You brought up a pomeranian as a convenient example but what about the many other domestic animals? This is because there is no government agency responsible for tracking the ownership and sale of privately owned exotic animals. I just can't bring myself to accept defeat, however inevitable it seems. Unfortunately, the rising need for exotic animals has led to the massive rise of the black market trade. And yet, there is a stigma associated with it in almost every state except Nevada (and I think New Jersey also now?). Rapper turned home renovator, Vanilla Ice, has owned a couple of exotic beasts in his life after stardom. For example, only one type of Capuchin monkey is on the endangered species list: https://animalsake.com/endangered-monkeys-list. However, many exotic critters may not be legal to own where you live. I did show up to court with my ferret, and thankfully the case was dropped after I explained that my ferret was no filthier than anyone else walking their dog. The thriving industry is worth over $15 billion a year. I did almost loose my ferret, when I was younger and ignorant of states having their own pet laws. 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. Learn about the rules and regulations, as well as which animals are banned as pets. PS is -not- under siege by exotic pets, as statistics show. Stories can be viewed on the web atvetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet-talk. (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. I agree with exotic pets should be allowed. Thank you for reading this. If preserving the safety of the public is the ultimate goal, efforts would be better spent addressing large domesticated animals, which are a bigger threat due to how they are traditionally kept. 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. Now as for inherently dangerous animals: Without having researched this, I can confidently say that this animal has never killed a person in recent history, other than disease transmission (last occurred in 1997). im impressed that u know how to put fake info. All require the owner to do research, lest their care is executed poorly. 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). Most exotic pets do not pose a threat to the environment and those that don't have as severe of a footprint as many domesticated pets. More than 13% of households in the United States own at least one exotic animal, and that number continues to rise as people look for new, cool exotic pets to bring home. She chose to stay right in front of the house, waiting for me. 75% of reptiles from pet shops die within the first year. Circus animals are notorious for their break frees. Between 19942012, owning amphibians and reptiles jumped from 2.4 million to. So, thats what the pet trade in the US statistics are like. It does not take 30,000 years to domesticate animals just because dogs have been around for that long. I feel like owning any exotic animal, tiger or hedgehog, is wrong because they could live a better life in the wild. Liked by New York State for Exotic Animal Ownership. We avoid salmonella at all costs by cooking chicken thoroughly. Smaller cats don't seem to have caused any recorded fatalities, but they've come very, very close: A 7-year-old boy was reportedly bitten bone-deep on the neck by a 40-pound declawed African serval, and a 2-year-old was mauled by a "pet" bobcat, which chewed off his right index finger and heel, and left a severe bite wound to his right cheek. Emmas passion for animals started at a young age. Summary: The above map details states that ban, partially ban, require licensure, or provide miscellaneous regulations on private ownership of wild or exotic animals.Currently, 20 states have what can be called "comprehensive bans." These bans typically classify wild cats, large non-domesticated carnivores, reptiles, and non-human primates as "dangerous animals" or otherwise prohibit private . Yes, domestic cats have a huge impact on the environment, but that's not what the argument's about. And out of those attacks, only 1 out of 147,717 attacks is likely to be fatal. For example, an, It all came from a man who kept the wild animals on his property. Maybe you can get an exhibitors license, but it won't be easy. So what! Some examples of exotic pets include certain skunks, foxes, ferrets, frogs, turtles, and rabbits. Neither are the incidences involving small cats like servals. I agree that you should be able to own exotic animals. Perhaps your lynx example is a situation involving an uninvolved member of the public, but it should be noted that the girl received "no visible injuries". 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. It's true we've damaged their environments, but our goal should be to fix those environments not make them our pets. Give it up, and let it live a life where it has everything it needs. It is a big problem, said Blue-McLendon. You made amazing points and your article was very helpful. Site Policies, Veterinary Integrative Biosciences (VIBS), Veterinary Physiology & Pharmacology (VTPP), Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), Stevenson Companion Animal Life-Care Center, Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH). margin-right: 0; Lets take a look. After his lynx passed away, he purchased a Wallaby and named him Bucky. Me wishing this would be the one time she would give someone hell but nah she was like 'warm hand'. Voted Up! I hope some education will help you all. Yet, the industry grows by the day. Animals dont even need to attack to hurt or kill. all have formed invasive populations in the wild). This includes hamsters, parakeets, or even bunny rabbits. width: auto; Owners choosing to purchase one of these animals should take into account the proper enclosure requirements, as providing adequate caging is where many owners fall short in properly caring for these animals, according to Blue-McLendon. I meant to say "It doesn't matter if you'll take good care of your "pet" because the animal most likely was (when it was captured and being transported) unable to eat, move, and behave properly.". Then there are skunks, which tend to be considered exotic pets even in states where they are common in the wild, but in my experience they are (when descented) very similar to ferrets, which are fairly normal pets now. What other pets are similar to dogs? It is, in my opinion, selfish to own an animal that could have a better life without you. The term "exotic" doesn't have a set definition, but it usually refers to a wild animal or one that's more unusual than your standard dog or cat. I agree that naturally, a dog is able to bite just as much as, say, a monkey. I only have a few exotic reptiles right now, but would definitely like to expand when I'm older and more financially stable. It is rather astounding that owners of bonafide invasive species would become enraged that some exotic pets have also become invasive. 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). But exotic pet statistics show that the $15 billion industry is growing, and we need to do what we can to stop it. margin-right: calc(50% - 580px); Is it just the genet? I should like to ask Melissa her opinion of the the hundreds of dolphins and whales held in captivity in dolphinaria in the USA. Surely, it's a problem of humanity's own making, but our only option now is to provide the best home possible for these creatures. Exotic pets are singled out due to lack of cultural acceptance only. In my 5 years as a keeper my exotics have cost me less in food, vet bills and time than my domestics have. Kalaichelvi Panchalingam from PETALING JAYA on May 07, 2014: The ideas are good but when we look at the issue from the point of the animal, things take a different turn. but i do realise your points and support your opinions on the matter. Texas A&M University | The follow are the five best arguments for preserving the rights of people to own exotic pets privately, in my opinion. So, its not just bites and scratches you should be fearful of. In actuality, the same conflicts that exist for exotic pets also exist for domesticated animals. So why is one opinion acceptable and another is not? 50% of pets in the US are considered exotic. These animals deserve to be free, where they can run, hunt, climb, mate, and live their primal lives. Or maybe they'll let you pet the cubs and play with them but then what happens when they get bigger they get replaced with tiny little cubs, which were again taken away from mom. Saying so what to keeping an exotic animal seems narrow minded, because instead of "so what!?" What do you expect from a wild animal like that! Serval Cat. The same things happen in the exotic pet trade, and that is why exotic animals sometimes bite or are otherwise mean. Doesn't it matter that out of thousands, around one or two animals cause 'problems' for the public annually? I returns handing me a paper. I'm fairly confident you can't.". Now, you might be thinking whats the harm in owning an exotic pet? 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. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Only some dogs, some of which are unethically incapacitated through breeding (bull dogs, pugs) need human help to breed and survive. I'm not trying to attack you and your opinion in any way, I just think that if you have a real attachment to your animal and love them, you should sacrifice and give them a better life in the wild. Or really anyone who does anything that affects animals negatively. The reason people may be saying this is to salvage any possibility that their beloved animals won't nonsensically be made illegal. (And duh its obviously better than killing them). Back then, she dedicated her time to shelters and vet clinics in South Africa. More and more veterinarians are willing to see some non-domestic animals, such as pocket pets.. 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. 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. There is evidence suggesting that this encourages poaching of wild animals. 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. However, owning a Serval requires a different mindset than owning a domestic cat. Nature is tough enough for animals without luxury pets going on killing sprees. My house burned and I was at work. [1] At its peak the facility encompassed 170 acres (69 ha). African pigmy hedgehogs, even sugar gliders can make good pets. Exotic pet incident statistics show its not just these animals that get out. Is it ethical to support 10 "good owners" if you're also supporting 50 "bad" ones? Why would a reputable breeder be responsible for the actions of unscrupulous people who kill their animals to sell to the wildlife parts trade (if that even happened in this country)? Exotic pet trade statistics report that six states have. The large majority of special interest groups oppose exotic pet ownership because they feel it is wrong, that animals do not 'belong' in captivity, and that pet owners cannot meet the needs of non-domesticated animals, making it 'cruel.'. aethelthryth from American Southwest on May 25, 2015: A carefully-stated, thoughtful article. 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 . I think you people who support the illegal pet trade with your self righteous claims that all pets were once wild and that makes It o.k. You think you're doing the right thing when in reality you're only promoting the problem. Sadly that is unanswerable, although I would wager millions of years of evolution would be hard to overcome. i can't even so nasty. April 9, 2021. They are VERY similar to their ancestor, the African wild cat, and have the exact same issues that zoo animals have in captivity. A tiger lounges in an enclosure owned by Zuzana Kukol in Pahrump, Nev. Kukol, who runs a group called Responsible Exotic Animal Ownership, takes care of 10 tigers, as well as lions, cougars and . My cats are in the house, outside the house, friends with the neighbours and sleep wherever they want to. 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. ]]>*/, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University I told them I didn't know I couldn't bring her and that I we would turn the car around and not enter, but they called the state trooper. they will eat and kill anything smaller than them. Breaking free is one thing, but animal attacks are quite another. Incidents of death by exotic pets also exist for exotic pets worldwide the US are considered exotic similar to where! 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