Exotic Pets
List Of Exotic Pets
The following is a list of nontraditional pets for those who want something other than a cat or dog. Remember, exotic pets are not for everyone. Contact your veterinarian and / or a local zoo before purchasing any exotic species.
Domesticated rodents like guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, chinchillas, mice and rats
Domesticated rabbits
Captive-reared birds like budgies (parakeets), cockatiels, small parrots, canaries, finches and domesticated doves
Pigeons, ducks and geese
Captive-bred exotic birds like large parrots
Tropical fish
Ferrets
Hedgehogs
Selected species of reptiles (preferably captive-reared), avoiding large constrictors, poisonous species and members of:
The crocodilian family
Selective captive-reared amphibians
Selected species of invertebrates
Most other wild or exotic species should not be considered as pets.
