CHICAGO — Warning: young children should not keep hedgehogs as pets — or hamsters, baby chicks, lizards and turtles, for that matter — because of risks for disease. That’s according to the nation’s ...

CHICAGO — Warning: young children should not keep hedgehogs as pets — or hamsters, baby chicks, lizards and turtles, for that matter — because of risks for disease. That's according to the nation's ...

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

Birds aren’t just pretty; they are lively, social, and can become true companions. Budgerigars, cockatiels, and lovebirds are excellent for beginners because they are relatively easy to care for and ...

A surprising number of exotic birds are OK to own in California. With the exception of the aforementioned Quaker parrot, all ...

In a world predominantly split between cat lovers and dog people, exotic pets represent an exciting break from the norm (and I say that as a cat parent). That said, while exotic pets can be colorful, ...

Are you searching for a pet that’s more unique than the typical cat or dog? While our furry companions are wonderful, the world of exotic pets offers a wide range of surprisingly friendly choices. As ...