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11-Foot Snake Found in Indiana

Another large snake was found in the wild where it shouldn't be - this time in Indiana.

A family was kayaking  on the Wildcat Creek and stumbled upon a large Burmese python slithering through some trees.  Authorities were contacted but the decision to kill the snake, who was minding his own business and could have been sent to an exotic animal sanctuary, was made.

The conservation officer stated...

Snakes Found in Garbage

In Utah, two snakes were found in a trash bin in plastic totes.

Someone apparently threw the snakes away, but animal services recovered them by climbing into the bin.  The South American boa constrictor was unfortunately found dead from heat and suffocation, but the red-tail boa is said to be in good health.

The Utah Reptile Rescue Service rescued the snake and urges anyone considering dumping t...

Burmese Python Found In Ohio Park

So now Ohio is taking part in releasing their exotic pets into the wild.  Really?  Come on Ohio.

An 18 pound Burmese Python was found slithering through a park and picnic area just outside of Cleveland.  Cleveland may be having 90 degree weather right now, but I don't think these guys would survive the crazy winters on Lake Erie.

Again, I am calmly requesting you all to spread the word to peop...

Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty for Burning Cavy

In New York, a 24 year old woman was charged with arson earlier this month for setting fire to a residence in the city of Maryland.

While investigating the scene, a guinea pig cage with cavy remains was found inside the burnt house.  Apparently the poor pig was trapped and got caught in the blazes.

This of course paints a disgusting picture in my mind, but at least authorities aren't taking the ...

Chicago Alligators

Another alligator was captured in Chicago a few days ago.  This event is at least the third one of it's kind within the last few weeks throughout the states and the second in the area.

Alligators are obviously not native to Illinois, or any part of the Midwest for that matter.  This reptile must have been someone's pet alligator at some point and was released into the wild.

The gator was picke...

Escaped Alligator, Tegu and Iguana Caught

In Queens, New York an alligator, measuring under 2 feet, was captured.

A tegu and an iguana were also caught within 24 hours of capturing the alligator.  Is someone releasing their reptiles into the Big Apple?

Alligators get very large and do not make good housepets, especially in Queens.  There has long been an urban legend about gators in the sewers of New York, and this isn't the first time ...

Pet Bear Kills Hand That Feeds It

Another sad ending to a pet bear caretaker in Ohio on Friday, August 20th. 

As many people know, Ohio has very lax laws regarding exotic animals being kept as pets.  Despite the complaints of many people for many years, another terrible accident has occured from the keeping of dangerous animals as pets.

Brent Kandra took a bear out of his enclosure to feed it (nothing abnormal for this bear) and...

Pot Bellied Pig Rescues

Thinking about getting a pot bellied pig?  They can make wonderful pets but are much more demanding and time consuming then people may think.

Consider checking out a rescue for a pot bellied pig to call your own.  They can tell you about the ins and outs of owning a pot bellied pig and possibly even match one with a specific personality to you.

Photo © Jessica Mlotek

Pot Bellied Pig Rescues ori...