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To Own or Not to Own

Oh my goodness, did I really just walk out of my front door and see a tiger walking around my neighborhood? Exotic animals have always been a trend to keep as a pet since many believe they are above nature and can train wild animals. In reality this not true. People should not be allowed to keep exotic animals as pets. For one, they are very dangerous and extremely capable of spreading diseases.

To begin with, exotic animals are very dangerous. According to the text, there were “1,610 reported incidents involving exotic pets” between 1990 and 2011.” They were not just any kind of incidents, they all caused harm to humans, and in some cases, even death. For example, the article, “Owning an Exotic Animal” states seventy-five deaths occurred as a result of owning an exotic animal. It is obvious, it is not safe for any human to own an exotic pet.

In addition, exotic animals can also spread diseases. From the reading, I know “90% of all reptiles that carry and shed salmonella [carry it] in their feces.” Since exotic animals usually do not receive their shots, the transmission of various diseases can occur easily. In other words, you can catch a disease by simply cleaning their feces. “Prairie dogs have been known to carry the plague and tularemia” according to the organization, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). If you know your human history, you would know that the plague was responsible for killing entire towns and cities of people. Therefore, keeping exotic pets can be deadly.

On the other hand, some may disagree because they believe some exotic animals can be great for people who deal with allergies. However, the kinds of pets that fit this category include some very deadly species. Look at the stats! They include reptiles, such as iguanas, pythons, and rattlesnakes, which have also been responsible for at least 18 human deaths. While they may be allergy-friendly, they may also be the reason for your demise.

In conclusion, this is why people should never own exotic animals. They don’t belong in human homes, they are dangerous, and can spread diseases. Who in their right mind brings a wild animal to live with them? After all, who wants to live in a home they may be afraid to walk into one day, or even worse, never leave again? Let exotic animals BE!