If you ask an avian and exotic pet clinic this question, the answer will always be the same. Any animal you want to 'keep' as a pet needs to be one that you love and adore. Exotics and any other pet are a companion, not just an item you keep. Birds and reptiles are popular pets but they require the appropriate care. Avian and exotic veterinary care should always be preventative, not a last resort for a dying animal due to negligence.