Living with exotic pets ? Pets site

Moving in together can often be tricky as you get to know all of the others person?s quirks and habits. But what happens if one of you has exotic pets? This can be quite a challenge, as unsurprisingly, not everyone is willing to share their house with a 6ft Brazilian Rainbow Boa snake! If you are moving in with someone who has an exotic pet as opposed to a cuddly cat then it is best to know what you are getting yourself in for. Looking after an exotic pet can be expensive and time consuming but also great fun and very interesting. Below are some tips on what to expect.

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Responsibility

Owning a pet is a huge responsibility and it is very important to understand how to care for your pet. Psychologists believe that fear comes from ignorance. People often know little about exotic pets and this breeds fear. We don?t like what we don?t understand. If you can learn to understand what to expect from your partner?s pet you might find it quite fun and pretty fascinating.

Housing

Exotic pets are often used to a much warmer climate and so they often need specialised housing, which caters to their requirements. It is very important that the pet has a warm place to bask if required, or an area with shadow if needed. Some species are only active during the night so owners fit a red or blue lamp in order to see their pet?s activities.

?Temperament and behaviour

People are often attracted to exotic pets due to their strange appearance and behaviour, as opposed to their ability to interact with their owners. Some exotic pets can be dangerous and aggressive if handled. It is very important to understand whether your partner?s exotic pet can be handled. Knowing the boundaries of the relationship you can have with the pet is vital in overcoming fear.

There are some potentially deadly snakes and lizards that people keep in captivity. However in order to have such an exotic pet at home, an inspection, a license and insurance for the pet is necessary. So if your partner has a deadly exotic pet then they have usually had to jump through a lot of hoops to get one, which means they are serious about it.

Feeding

Some exotic pets live on live prey. This can often present a challenge for the owner, as buying fresh prey can be difficult. Experienced exotic pet owners often rear their own prey for their pet. However if the idea of this makes you nervous your partner can buy prey from a pet store.

The world is pretty divided when it comes to keeping exotic pets. Some people think they are cool to keep as a pet, while for other people the idea of having a snake or a tarantula in the house is crazy!

If you have met someone while dating online who has an exotic pet, it is important not to be put off straight away. That free trial at eHarmony dating site may have led to a romance worth pursuing, so don?t be put off by their python! Exotic pets can lead to arguments, as it may be that you are not keen on living with your partner and a python. But understanding the pet is important and will help you to feel more comfortable living in the same house.? So don?t let any fears stop you from meeting the right person.

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