[The following takes place on a generic pet forum]
OP: Hello! I am interested in getting [insert species rarely owned privately]. I am fully understood in the unique behavior and needs of this animal, and am ready to make a full commitment, understanding it is for life and that these animals should not be rehomed. I am read up on the diet, costs, enclosure requirement and enrichment to make this animal’s life as good as possible, while also keeping it and the public separate. But I would like to know more, if anyone here has experience with the species, or where a breeder could be found?
Reply 1: I don’t know where you can buy one but I really don’t think you should own one
Reply 2: Are people seriously still allowed to have these?!
Reply 3: FFS, just get a dog or a goldfish...
Reply 4: You’re going to get yourself or others killed. Hopefully yourself.
Reply 5: A friend of mine heard of a case where a completely different rare animal was abused, so you should not be allowed to have it.
Reply 6: Animals should not be imprisoned in someone’s home. Go visit the zoo if you want to see rare animals.
