Texas has some of the most lax exotic animal ownership laws in the country. Texas bans the ownership of lions, tigers, jaguars, cougars, leopards, and cheetahs, following enactment of the federal Big ...

If money is no object, why settle for an ordinary pet? For the ultra-wealthy, companionship comes in the form of rare, exotic, and wildly expensive animals — some of which seem better suited for a ...

California treats most non-domesticated wildlife as restricted by default, which is just one reason why it has some of the ...

CULIACAN, Mexico — Emilia is a 2-year-old spider monkey who wears jeans, crop tops and Armani perfume. A popular TikTok account documents her busy life: trips to the spa, gym and church, as well as ...

LODI − While most families search for a playful puppy or cuddly cat, some find themselves wishing to purchase a skunk, hairless rat, or possibly even a coatimundi or kinkajou. Those families may end ...

Owners must secure a Class I permit to house specific, inherently dangerous mammals. Interestingly, it’s legal to own a zebra, while possessing a native skunk is strictly prohibited. Submitting a ...

When it comes to owning an exotic animal as a household pet, few states are as lenient as Texas. In fact, the Lone Star State is downright generous when it comes to the freedom to choose even the most ...