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10 of the weirdest pets

Petting cats and dogs seems a little too bland? So how about a bird-eating spider or a 100 kg pig? Think exotic and search among these 6 curious pets from around the world.

1.Cobras 

But yes, a cobra as a pet, it can be! These extremely venomous animals can measure more than five meters in length, and some species manage to spit their venom up to two meters away with remarkable precision. After a cobra bite, you can die in minutes, but that wasn't enough to deter everyone from making it their pet. In 2007, a Toronto man was sentenced to a year in prison and $17,000 in fines when his cobra escaped, forcing other tenants in his building to evacuate their homes for 5 months. In 2009, a German teenagerwas fined $134,000 when his beloved cobra went missing and authorities had to tear down the walls and take down the floor of his apartment. So, who still wants to pamper a cobra? It seems that Nicolas Cage didn't have one, but two!

 2. Skunks

 Before you hold your nose, get the facts. Although not very common, pet skunks are found throughout North America. Around four weeks of age, domesticated skunks (usually sold by private breeders) have their scent glands removed, which avoids any risk of pestilential odors. “They are very intelligent, affectionate, quiet, and they don't shed,” says Vivianne Chernoff of the Skunks as Pets Canada website. Ms. Chernoff adds that skunks can be trained in much the same way as cats, and are ideal for people who frequently suffer from allergies. She estimates that, in the United States alone, there are thousands of pet skunks.

 3. Tarantulas

If just the thought of owning one of these hairy spiders sends shivers down your spine, you're not alone. Arachnophobia (the fear of spiders) ranks among the most common fears among both women and men. But beyond these conventional perceptions, tarantulas can make honest pets, according to Amanda Gollaway, owner and operator of Tarantula Canada .. “Some species are really nice, like the Mexican red-legged tarantula, the West Indian birdwing (pink-legged), known for their docility when you take them in the hands. Ms. Gollaway, who likens owning a tarantula to owning goldfish, finds they give little work: regular meals, limited space, little or no dirt to clean up. So which species is the most popular? Nicknamed the "bird-eating" spider, the goliath spider, with a leg span of 20cm to 26cm and fangs over 2cm in length, it's a choice that attracts many bird lovers. spiders. "They are easily defensive, and it's not a species that I recommend handling," she warns. Although its venom is not very dangerous medically speaking, its fangs make nasty holes in the skin. »

 4. Pigs

Vietnamese pigs were fashionable pets in the 1990s, when these adorable piglets were an irresistible attraction to those looking for animal companionship. However, very few people knew that they could quickly grow and weigh up to more than 90 kg! But what do these pigs have that cats or dogs don't? Intelligence, in the first place. Pigs are among the most intelligent animals, able to perform complicated things and recognize their own name. It has recently been proventhat pigs can quickly learn how a mirror works, putting them in the same intelligence category as monkeys and dolphins and making them one of the smartest pets in the world. Even better, the pigs have an ally in Hollywood: George Clooney! The actor once confessed that he had had the longest relationship of his life with his pig, Max (who died in 2006).

 5. Primates

No need to pretend: while monkeys make adorable babies, they also make highly uncontrollable lifelong companions. You only have to search the online classifieds to find hundreds of offers for pet monkeys, which suggests that very few people want to keep this kind of companion. Most experts agree that raising a young monkey without regular contact with other primates can cause him serious mental development problems, and when he reaches adulthood, his behavior can become very dangerous for him. its human owner. Monkeys can transmit deadly diseases, such as hepatitis B, to humans with a simple scratch or bite. The worst, is that many people have their monkey's teeth and claws removed to make it more harmless to humans, which causes great pain and intense stress in the animal. Do yourself a favor, let the monkeys live their lives in their natural environment!

 6. Pigeons

While many Canadians see this bird as a flying trash can, many love it for its remarkable talents. Capable of spinning at 80 km/h, pigeons are often bred for their go-getter qualities. Surprise! These birds are incredibly smart. Well fed, they quickly learn to return to their masters, and they establish emotional bonds with them. Many fanciers breed pigeons from birth, feeding them by hand.

7. Fennec fox (Latin: Fennecus)

Although most foxes are usually a bad thing to keep as pets, the fennec fox is one of the preferred pets to be raised. The fox is playful, requires a lot of exercise, and does not pose a threat to your safety.

8. Water Pig

While the capybara is a rodent, but rather looks like a hamster, the water pig grows up to 4 feet in length and weighs more than a hundred kilograms. In some areas keeping pigs as pets may be illegal, so make sure that there is Legislation to raise exotic pets before buying them, pigs are animals that need a lot of rooms, ponds or a swimming pool.

9. The Hedgehog

Hedgehogs are very friendly and can become very affectionate with their owners, hedgehogs are ideal pets as they are calm and obedient, although they do require a lot of attention, especially when they are young.

 But before you buy a hedgehog, be sure to check the legislation in your area, because hedgehogs prefer the night, so if you do not prefer staying up at night, it is better to choose one of the other exotic pets.

10.  Spotted Genet

The scientific name Spotted Genet has its origins in Africa, and it is a great pet for those who love big animals, baboons are a very active animal.

 It looks like a cross between a ferret, a cat and a raccoon, and baboons are an exotic pet, you may not be able to get them as a pet in your area, baboons are a very fickle pet and prefer to be the only pet in the house.