Have you ever wanted to own a “different” pet? Do you want something other than a cat or dog? Well how about one of these weird but wonderful pets!
Australian Tarantula
- live for anywhere from 5-25 years
- don’t require much space
- only need to be fed once or twice a week
- unique and interesting
- venomous – although their bite is not deadly to humans it will cause pain
- won’t interact with humans
Mexican Walking Fish (Axolotl) 
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- live for 12-15 years
- anti-social, happy/prefer to live solitary lives
- suitable for teenagers
- low maintenance
Frill Neck Lizards
- live for 10-15 years
- high maintenance, require misting and daily cage cleaning
- they do like human attention
- can be handled, although they may bite.
- not suitable for young children
- require a permit
Stick Insects
- live for 6-12 months
- suitable for all ages
- can be handled
- low maintenance and only require a small enclosure
Miniature Goats
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live for 12-15 years- can be trained, like a dog, toileting, to lead, play fetch, go on car rides
- smart, affectionate and playful
- they will eat anything, including rubbish, plants, clothes, everything!
- herd animals so 2 or more is best
- are livestock so check with local council first
Stag Beetles
- live for 12-18 months
- need to be kept separately
- can be handled
- low maintenance and only require a small enclosure
- suitable for all ages
Ferrets
- live for 6-10 years
- very social and friendly, love interacting with animals
- mischievous and like to escape
- need a large cage inside but require a lot of exercise and should be let out a few times a day.
- can nip and need to be trained not to
- medium maintenance as they require exercise, grooming, litter cleaned and training
- suitable for school aged children
Before purchasing a pet you need to check if there any restrictions on owning that animal and if any special licenses or permits are required. Reptiles will require a special Reptile Keepers Permit from National Parks & Wildlife Service. Livestock or farm animals may not be allowed in certain areas and you will need to check with your local council.
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