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Cool Coatis

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:22:54 +0000

You know what a raccoon is, but do you know what a coati is?

A coati is a South American raccoon that has a long tail and long snout. They act like monkeys and eat a variety of foods.

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Maryland Exotics Vets

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 16:20:55 +0000

The newest listing of exotics vets is now available for Maryland!

Check out this list to find a Maryland exotics vet near you, or to see if yours is on the list. Even if you don't plan on taking your exotic pet to the vet, you should know who you can see for an emergency

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RSPCA Looks After Pet Owls

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 23:12:54 +0000

The Harry Potter films definitely boosted the desire to have owls and other birds of prey as pets. But not all animals make good pets.

Unfortunately many pets, exotic or not, are purchased on impulse due to a new trend, commercial, TV show, or movie and after a short time the appeal wears off and these animals are left in the wild or at a shelter.

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Michigan Exotics Vet

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 01:00:38 +0000

Attention Michigan residents! The list you've been patiently awaiting is finally here!

Go check out the new Michigan exotics vet list to find the perfect vet for your exotic pet.

Even if your pet doesn't need vaccines check out the list to see why you should at least figure out who's the closest vet to you.

Jack Hanna Criticizes Ohio

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:34:42 +0000

Jack Hanna, a former Columbus Zoo director and television star of "Jack Hanna's Into the Wild", criticized Ohio lawmakers for not having done anything about the lack of laws their state has regarding exotic pet ownership.

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Green Iguanas

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:05:14 +0000

Pet green iguanas are still a popular choice for reptile lovers. Despite their large size and space requirements, many people successfully care for green iguanas in their home.

But they aren't for everyone. They grow to be 6 feet long and need to be fed fresh food daily. So if you are thinking about owning a green iguana, or just need to know some of the basics for the one you already have, check out this new basic care guide for pet green iguanas.

Cute Chameleons!

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:17:46 +0000

Baby chameleons are quite possibly some of the cutest lil' things out there, with baby hedgehogs a close second.

Some kinds of chameleons lay eggs while others give birth to their young like humans and mammals do. But when you see those tiny little clawed creatures with crazy eyes try to catch tiny bugs it is just beyond adorable.

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Minnesota Exotics Vets

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:55:49 +0000

Let's welcome Minnesota to the grand state list of exotics vets!

If you already have an exotics vet in Minnesota and you don't see them on the list, please get me their information.

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Top 10 Reasons Dinosaurs Make Bad Pets

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:21:53 +0000

Written by Bob Strauss, the About.com Guide to Dinosaurs, this list is good for at least a laugh.

Check out Bob's Top 10 Reasons Dinosaurs Make Bad Pets.

I can't help but think that many of us already have dinosaurs as pets though. Iguanas, alligators, monitor lizards...

1,500 Live Turtles Seized in Airport

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:14:13 +0000

Indonesia's capital is known for many things, one of which is for being a major hub of illegal wildlife trading.

The most recent seizure was of about 1,500 live Pig-nosed turtles that were stuffed into suitcases. Pig-nosed turtles are popular pets in places like Hong Kong but are also used for their meat.

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