Exotic Pets

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Behind a Glass, Darkly


As wild populations of big cats continue to decline precipitously, concerns about the ethical and environmental considerations of keeping cats for entertainment have increased exponentially. The plight of the big cat has been brought forcibly into the international media spotlight following high profile incidents like the tiger attack on Roy Horn at Las Vegas’ Mirage Casino. However, for every big cat whose instinct makes the national news, many suffer in silence, sacrificed to entertain the masses. Often, this cruelty to animals is rationalized under the wide net of “education,” since many people still believe there is valuable information to be gained from viewing animals trapped behind bars.
Biological Information: Reptile Biology and Physiology


This overview describes the fundamental characteristics of reptile biology and physiology.
Brief Overview of Chimpanzee Laws


This article briefly covers the main threats to chimpanzee welfare, the tools currently in place to protect them, and suggestions for improving their status.
Brief Summary of Exotic Pet Laws


This brief summary examines the issues that affect ownership of exotic pets. It also discusses the type of laws that regulate such ownership.
Brief Summary of Feral Cat Population Control


This is a brief overview of feral cat population issues. Opposing viewpoints on cat control are presented. Issues of legal liability for cat predation are explored.
Brief Summary of Swap Meet Laws
Brief Summary of the International Trade in Wild-Caught Reptiles


This brief summary overviews the problems associated with the international illegal reptile trade.
Broden v. Marin Humane Society Owner of animals that had been impounded from reptile store brought administrative mandamus proceeding, challenging conclusions by hearing officer at hearing that followed animal control service's seizure of animals from store.  On appeal, the court held that the warrantless entry of animal control officer into store was justified by exigent circumstances and that the owner lost all possessory interest in seized animals by failing to pay costs of seizure and impoundment within 14 days of seizure.
CA - Cruelty - § 597.6. Exotic or native wild cat species; alteration of toes, claws or paws This California law provides that no person may perform, or otherwise procure or arrange for the performance of, surgical claw removal, declawing, onychectomy, or tendonectomy on any cat that is a member of an exotic or native wild cat species, and shall not otherwise alter such a cat's toes, claws, or paws to prevent the normal function of the cat's toes, claws, or paws. Violation results in a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to one year and/or a fine of up to $10,000.
CA - Exotic pets - § 671. Importation, Transportation and Possession of Live Restricted Animals California prohibits possession of enumerated species without a permit. Permits are not granted for private pet possession.

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