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Are you growing tired of your dull and typical canine companion?
Do you need something a little flashier than Mr. Whiskers, who sits on the couch all day?
Well, do we have a treat for you!
A selection of the top ten strangest and most exotic pets that are completely legal to own
– depending on your region, of course.
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10.
Potbellied Pig Pigs are getting a lot of traction as common
pets and for good reasons.
Who wouldn’t love a large supply of bacon and sugar glazed ham walking around their
house?
Oh, calm down!
We wouldn’t eat our own little Porky.
Making them great pets, potbellied pigs are a very social and affectionate creature, looking
for a closeness that can be found with their human companion.
The average lifespan of the potbelly ranges from 12 to 20 years and, maybe best of all,
they’re generally odorless and very clean animals.
Like dogs, pigs are highly intelligent but also require a lot of attention.
9.
Tarantula Maybe not the most uncommon house pet, but
owning a tarantula is still shocking to some, especially arachnophobes.
While they are known to bite and tend to pack a venomous punch, tarantulas are generally
safe for humans, though some breeds may cause irritation from their urticating hairs.
Typically easy to care for, certain breeds, like the Avicularia avicularia, are more troublesome
and can scurry off quickly.
Tarantulas are fragile and can suffer injury if dropped, making it imperative that they
are handled cautiously.
8.
Sugar Glider What sounds like a delicious treat is really
an exotic marsupial indigenous to Australia, several islands of Indonesia, and New Guinea.
This tiny little creature is named for its ability to glide using its front and hind-limbs.
As fun as it sounds to watch them glide around the house, it can also be dangerous as one
of the most common causes of accidental death is drowning in an open toilet.
Gliders may be cute and self-cleaning, but they also require a lot of attention, plenty
of climbing space, and are susceptible to a number of health issues, making them difficult
for casual pet owners.
7.
Kinkajou The kinkajou, or honey bear, shares a bloodline
with the common raccoon and has an adorably irresistible face that appeals to any lover
of furry things.
Though illegal in some parts of the world, the tiny mammal is not your typical companion.
On top of being noisy and requiring a large cage with a lot of décor and functional facet,
this nocturnal creature can also get bitey and be extremely messy.
Expect to spend a lot of time cleaning up food and excrement as their wilder instincts
make them difficult to house train and control.
6.
Wallaby Why go to Australia where everything can kill
you when you can bring the best parts of the nation home with you?
We’re talking, of course, about vegemite and wallabies!
Well, maybe just wallabies.
Those with plenty of space in their abodes will have no problem housing a wallaby, who
enjoy spreading out in a space of their own.
A herbivorous diet of chemical-free grass makes them easy to feed, assuming you have
a decent supply of it on hand.
Their peculiar behaviors, like salivating on themselves and regurgitating then re-eating
their food are strange to us, but they can't be any worse than your first college roommate.
5.
Stick Insect Though illegal in regions like the United
States and Canada, the stick insect is legal in most European territories.
This odd insect, otherwise known as Phasmatodea, makes for a unique addition to any household.
Just as the name implies, the stick insect has the appearance of a thin twig, meaning
it’s not the most exciting creature to look at day in and day out.
They are, however, pretty easy to take care of, requiring little more than an enclosure
with leaves for food.
4.
Squirrel Monkey This tiny-faced primate from the Amazon, Costa
Rica, and Panama is a cute little critter that any animal lover would want to have as
a housemate – especially those that really want to put diapers on something.
Though they can be as cute as they look, squirrel monkeys are also among the neediest of their
kind and, like many primates, aren’t well-aware of boundaries and appropriate behavior.
Expect to clean up after it a lot, especially if you don’t have time to devote to keeping
them entertained and stimulated.
3.
Capybara Look at that face, those squinty eyes.
This oversized rodent wants nothing to do with your shenanigans!
Well, alright, that’s not entirely true.
In fact, the capybara, a native of South America, can make a great pet for the right person.
Though they require a lot of attention and can get slightly aggressive, this 100-pound
or roughly 45-kilogram semi-aquatic, intelligent rat does make for a decent companion, though
you’ll want to get it a friend to play with.
People with busy lifestyles may want to steer clear of capybaras as they can get separation
anxiety and get a little ornery. 2.
Southern Tamandua Surprisingly legal in many areas around the
world, the southern tamandua is a species of anteater endemic to South America.
While expensive, costing upwards of $8,000, the tamandua makes a surprisingly good furry
companion that enjoys a lot of love and affection.
Despite what their name indicates, anteaters dine on more than ants, including bleu cheese,
avocados, thyme, and various fruits and vegetables.
Of their more negative qualities, tamandua have dangerous claws that can make their desire
to wrestle problematic and their medical needs are typically beyond the capabilities of a
regular vet.
1.
Hissing Cockroaches Want to listen to that constantly?
Then you’ll love to have your own pair of hissing cockroaches!
Sure, we may spend countless dollars trying to keep cockroaches out of our homes, but
these larger variations actually make great pets!
They’re low maintenance, not intrusive, have an eclectic diet of anything from fruit
to leafy greens, and their slow movement is almost mesmerizing to watch.
While legal, some regions may require permits to own these exotic creatures from Madagascar.