Exotic pets cause big headaches for law enforcement and humane society officers who routinely respond to reports of unusual animals roaming the streets or attacking other animals or humans, something experts say is inevitable when dealing with animals ill-suited to captivity. “There’s a reason why these animals are wild,” said Adam Roberts, senior vice president for Born Free USA, a nonprofit animal protection organization. “They don’t belong with people.”
The Allure of Exotic Pets Bring Risks to Owners, Animals
Sarah Netter
ABC News