[DBrow]

Pheasant, gerbil, hamster, cavy, most tortoises, ferrets, are all imports as are most pet snakes. If you go back far enough, horses and cattle, swine, llamas, and most dog breeds are imports.

Write carefully when you draft your Exotic Wildlife bill!

I know what you mean and I think I understand your intent, but the action needs considerable study before you inadvertently ban cats or spaniels.

[hoosierham]

And most of those have become a real problem once released into the wild.

I admit to a strong prejudice against snakes,alligators,and snapping turtles.How anyone can think those animals make good pets is incomprehensible.

I see that they are a prop for attention:"wow,you've got a xxxxxx!Aren't you afraid of it?,etc."