Alabama’s exotic pet laws are stricter and more fragmented than many people expect. Instead of maintaining a single, comprehensive list of approved pets, the state regulates wild and exotic animals ...

Quick Take North Carolina regulates exotic animals differently from many other states. Instead of relying on a single ...

There are few things more joyful, if occasionally nerve-wracking, than having a pet in your home. And plenty of people agree.

If chill vibes were a Star Wars story, the capybara would be a jedi master. But does the force allow you to legally own one ...

A new bill before the Maryland General Assembly would expand the state’s existing ban on certain exotic animals, adding ...

When most people think about getting a pet, they picture a trip to the local shelter or maybe a reputable breeder for a purebred dog. The ultra-wealthy, however, operate on an entirely different plane ...

Have you seen an adorable exotic pet in a TikTok recently? Before you bring that hedgehog home, here's what to know.

They say a dog is “man’s best friend,” but pets can come in all shapes and sizes. However, not every animal is legal to keep as a companion in California. The California Department of Fish and ...