Exotic animals are profitable

Owning an exotic pet is a simple way to earn income because people will always be curious to see an unusual animal up close. With a large number of exotic pets, the owner could begin a private zoo to help support the cost of caring for the animals and earn an income.^[1] Many exotic pet owners come into the industry with the intention of beginning a zoo. If they can properly care for the animals while running a business, then owners will be able to earn a profit and expand their animal collection. In the U.S., there is a huge tiger trade between private owners and public zoos.^[2] Almost every nation in the world is a part of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, which tries to limit exotic animal trades.^[3] But only 12 countries have a complete ban or restriction on private big cat ownership. In the UK it is completely legal to own big cats with a licence, exemplified by the two men who raised a lion cub in their London apartment.^[4]

[P1] Exotic pet owners can profit from their animals. [P2] Exotic pet owners often begin a private zoo to support the cost to care for their animals. [P3] In most countries, it is legal to own an exotic animal. [P4] Therefore, exotic animals should be pets.