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Pets at National Parks
Thinking of taking your dog with you on a visit to a national park? You should be aware that national parks have very specific regulations regarding pets at these parks. Most state and national parks allow pets but most require that they be restrained and some don’t allow them on the hiking trails or on […]
Can I keep a bear?
Bears are not pets, so keeping a bear would be a bad idea, and probably illegal in most states. Some people keep bears for entertainment purposes, showing them off in shows which promote interaction with the audience. A number of incidents have been reported of bears kept as pets who have escaped or caused injury […]
African Pygmy Hedgehogs
Origin Though originally native to Africa, Hedgehogs are now bred in captivity in North America and have become very interesting pets. Hedgehogs are about 5-8 inches long with a lifespan of 4-6 years. The underside of the Hedgehog is covered with soft fur, but prickly spines cover their backs. The spines lie flat when the […]




