Weird Pets Doesn’t Always Be

As a warning, we have compiled a list of exotic pets below. Anyone considering adopting an animal on the list should realize that while some animals make amazingly unique pets, others are extremely dangerous and difficult to control. If you are considering any of the pet suggestions below, be sure to do your research and check your local laws. Most pets have additional rules in place or may be outright illegal to keep.

If you’re like me, you’ve probably thought about getting some kind of weird animal as a pet after watching it appear as a pet in movies and TV shows. While this is a very romantic idea, everyone should realize that such naturally undomesticated animals often come with a lot of extra work and a certain amount of risk. you have been warned.

Exotic pet ideas to watch out for

• Crow or Crow: They need plenty of room to work their wings and head, so keeping them in cages is not recommended unless you want to drive them crazy.
• ferret: Very sociable and cute, but most need to be taught not to bite.
• Finch: Finches are easier to care for than most other types of birds and come in a wide variety of beautiful colors. Usually stored in pairs.
• Hedgehog: The more comfortable it is with you, the less it tingles.
• Raccoon: They are very unpredictable and will bite if frightened or angry.
• skunk: Domesticated skunks can get rid of their odor while they are young. If you decide to keep one as a pet, I would go that route. However, it is recommended not to walk in areas with heavy traffic.
• squirrel: My grandmother had a squirrel at work and shared lunch with her under the tree every day. She fed it straight out of her hand. One day it jumped in the car with her and she took it home. However, if they don’t want to come to you on their own, catching them can be hell.

A unique pet with low maintenance

Never confuse the term “low-maintenance” with “no-maintenance” when getting an exotic pet. Pets of this breed need constant study, preparation and care so that they can adapt well to their environment. Don’t take this advice lightly. Doing so will make you feel bad about the whole thing.

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More Dangerous and Weird Pets

• Baboons: They are very aggressive and brave when they are hungry and looking for food. You can’t dissuade them when they need food.
  
• Cassowary: These large, flightless birds are often shy, but can be very dangerous when provoked. Their most dangerous weapons are the razor-sharp claws on both feet.
  
• hyena: Owning a hyena can make you feel like a villain, but to have a decent and trustworthy pet requires a lot of obedience training and socialization from puppyhood. A muzzle might also be a good idea.
• Kangaroo: Letting kids ride these like horses may not be the best idea.
• Komodo Dragon: Toxic if stung. Once bitten, it will chase after you until it can no longer escape, then start eating.
• Python: Ball pythons and Burmese pythons are the most popular. Note that they eat live animals such as mice, chicks and young rabbits.
• Wolf and dog mix: The most common hybrids are gray wolves crossed with dogs such as huskies and German Shepherds.

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very rare animals as pets

It should always be borne in mind that just because an animal is classified as extinct does not mean that it is extinct. There are many cases of rare and exotic animals being sighted and documented by lucky people exploring the wild. Talk about dangerous, unique pets.

Do not touch pets even if you see them

• Green octopus: A beautiful and at the same time poisonous marine animal. They spend so much time hiding in crevices that they may not be seen as often as you’d like. But it is mesmerizing to look at.
  
• Copperhead: I once had a friend who tried to kiss this snake in the mouth. Although he regretted it, he barely survived the incident.
  
• Crocodile: They don’t care what they eat, and they don’t like you watching them.
• Gila Monster: They aren’t known to be shy and attack humans, but if they get excited enough they will attack…and their bites are venomous.
• Mandrill: They are large, very strong and have very sharp canine teeth. Not the best trait to consider as a pet.
• Polar bear: Contrary to the cute Coca-Cola commercials, these giant beasts are very dangerous and mostly meat. They look cute and harmless until the moment they attack.
• Sydney Funnel Web Spider: The venom of this rare arachnid is highly toxic. Enough said.

A cool way to show off your weird pet?

Taking your pet for a walk in public for everyone to see has been a time-tested tradition. It’s a way for proud owners to proudly display their belongings with their proud and joyful companions. But imagine someone walking down a sidewalk with a hyena, Komodo dragon, or black bear on a leash. You probably won’t have a problem if someone asks you for change.

Unusual Family Pets to Consider

Understand this when keeping wild animals as pets

• Eastern Box Turtle: Perhaps the perfect pet for those who don’t want too much drama. You can also get two.
  
• elephant: The main reason they are so dangerous is that most people think they are not dangerous.
• Gerbil: An important observation to make when keeping these animals as pets is to never grab their tails as they are very fragile and extremely painful for the animal.
• mongoose: These small and adorable exotic animals are very tenacious and fighting. They may be good watchdogs as they will fight almost anything, even king cobras.
• mousse: The rutting season (late September to October) is especially dangerous.
  
• Pygmy goat: These adorable animals are very friendly, easy to handle for most people and very sociable. They can be trained like normal pets, but having more than one can be quite overwhelming.
• Sugar glider: Many consider this animal to be one of the most adorable pets in the world. One caveat: these little exotic pets have loud meows.

Own and love extinct or supernatural pets (imagination is a lot of fun)

It might be a really bad idea to keep a dangerous animal as a pet

Again, I want to stress that the purpose of this article is to help writers who want to make their stories more interesting by having their characters have interesting pets. If you’re actually thinking of getting one of the animals mentioned in this article as a pet, do your research and think carefully. There are always downsides to owning an exotic pet.

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This article is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge. It is not a substitute for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, prescribing or formal, individualized advice from a veterinarian. Animals showing signs or symptoms of distress should be seen by a veterinarian immediately.

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