Living well with an exotic pet, fully within the law

Rodents, rabbits, ferrets, birds, reptiles: clear species guides, the Swiss legal framework and the right veterinary guidance — by exotic-pet specialists.

Explore the species Is it legal where I live?

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Rodents

8 guides detailed.

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Lagomorphs

1 guide detailed.

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Carnivores

1 guide detailed.

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Birds

7 guides detailed.

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Reptiles

11 guides detailed.

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Amphibians

1 guide detailed.

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Three questions before adopting

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Is it allowed?

Free keeping, proof of competence or cantonal permit: the welfare-law framework explained.

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What needs?

Space, diet, sociability, lifespan: what each species really involves.

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Which vet?

Few vets are trained in exotic pets. Find the right one before you need them.

And after adopting?

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The digital health record

Vaccines, automatic reminders, lifelong ID: track your pet's health. Free.

Open the record

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Is your pet unwell? Exotic pets deteriorate fast. When in doubt, seek veterinary advice without delay — what to do.