Each year millions of exotic animals are sold around the world, destined for people’s basements and backyards. The term “exotic” doesn’t have a set definition, but it usually refers to a wild animal ...
An orange tabby cat awaits adoption at the Palo Alto animal shelter on Aug. 7, 2023. Photo by Magali Gauthier. Familial bonds aren’t limited to the human species—furry animal companions count too.