As the festive season approaches, the demand for pets as holiday gifts tends to spike. People can be drawn to exotic or ...

During the holiday season, the demand for exotic pets tends to rise dramatically. People often like to present their loved […] ...

Ferrets require specialised care, attention, and a considerable amount of time. Many people are unprepared for this. The sale of ferrets as pets poses a broader problem for biodiversity.

Local researchers have uncovered a total of 122 pet shops and seven websites selling 24 non-native small mammals in South Africa.