Box Turtles

North American box turtles are mainly terrestrial turtles, although they do spend some time in shallow water (Asian box turtles tend to be a bit…

Cockatoos

If you’re looking for a lively, affectionate, intelligent pet, you don’t have to limit yourself to a dog or cat. Members of the Cacatuidae family,…

Macaws

If you’ve decided to enter the entertaining world of bird ownership, you may be thinking about adopting a macaw. These giants of the parrot world…

Salamanders

Salamanders make great pets. They’re ideal for apartment residents because they’re quiet. They don’t take up a lot of room because they’re small. They don’t…

Newts

Are you considering getting a pet newt? Newts may not be the most obvious choice for a pet, but as many veterinarians can tell you,…

Frogs & Toads

If you want an interesting change of pace or simply don’t have the right environment for a dog or cat, a frog or toad might…