15 Unusual Animals People Have as Household Pets

When we talk about pets, it is either a cat or a dog. Or, sometimes, we fixate ourselves with birds and even snakes. Apparently, times have changed – big time. Some people are now fond taking incredible creatures to love and raise as household pets.

We here at Idle Monkey have compiled a list of pets that are, in some ways, extremely unusual. While you might think it is a bad idea, some people actually have them as a pet. 

Without further ado, here they are. Check them out below!

#1. Blue Gaucus

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#2. Dragon Lizard

Image via Imgur

#3. Mantis Shrimp

Image via LiveJournal

#4. Orange Tortoise Spider

Image via Arachnoboards

#5. Red Panda

Image via Wikipedia

#6. Blue Parrotfish

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#7. Tahr

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#8. Ili Pika

Image via Lei Wedong

#9. Sloth

Image via Reddit

#10. Quokka

Image via Instagram

#11. Baby Snake

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#12. Hedgehog

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#13. Skunk

Image via Pinterest

#14. Tapir

Image via Wikimedia Commons

#15. Mini Pig

Image via Instagram

So, what do you think about these amazing animals? Do you think they are worth keeping as pets? Let us know what you think in the comments below!

Alvin Albaciete