What is most repugnant about this story is the morally corrupt - and likely illegal - practice of trading in exotic species, some or many of which are endangered. It is likely that most exotic animals offered for retail sale were subject to inhumane capture and transport, resulting in death to most and horrible living conditions for the remainder. People buy these animals for their cuteness, but the cuteness wears off quickly when they realize these are wild animals unsuitable as pets.

I do not patronize such establishments, let alone purchase their animals or supporting products.

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