How to care for a dog or cat has become common knowledge, but adopting an exotic pet can be much more difficult.   Two Des ...

A child remembers their first pet for the rest of their lives. We speak with an expert to find out which are the best for ...

Maybe you've seen the "Friends" episode where Ross adopts a pet monkey named Marcel – only to eventually give him to a zoo ...

No, it is not legal to have a pet monkey in New Hampshire, according to New Hampshire Fish and Game. Primates, including ...

The last visit to this pet store dumpster produced a live octopus — which set a high bar for what a return trip might turn up ...

Noisy, aggressive and invasive, these big birds may not actually be geese, but they sure act like it. What you should know ...

Although canines and felines are more common than exotic companion animals, the AVMA survey found that 2.1 million own pet birds, 1.1 million own small mammals such as gerbils and hamsters, 0.9 ...

SHANGHAI -- As China's pet economy continues to evolve, the types of species that are being kept as pets are also expanding, fueling the rapid growth of a vibrant and burgeoning exotic pet market. The ...

Thinking of a pet snake? Skip the dander and daily walks. We explore the costs, lifespan, and best beginner species for ...

From childhood, we grow up reading stories and watching films that portray wild animals as friendly and lovable characters. Social media reinforces this image with videos of animals behaving in ...