Pet trade exhibit co-sponsored by Purdue CVMSeptember 28, 2017The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette in Indiana is hosting an art exhibit titled "Caged: The Illegal Pet Trade." The exhibit, by Justin Ladoux, hopes to shed light on this important but often neglected subject. "Animal health and well-being is our specialty, and everyone in the college of veterinary medicine encourages responsible ownership," said Willie Reed, DVM, Ph.D., dean of the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine. "The illegal pet trade is a cruel, inhumane business, and this outstanding art exhibit is an excellent means of educating people about this issue." Educating the public First of all, the internet fuels exotic ownership by making it easier for people to shop for various wildlife species, said Lori Corriveau, DVM, pet wellness veterinarian in the college's Small Animal Community Practice. "Many people are unaware of where exotic pets are from and how the pet trade affects world populations," she said. "Some exotic pets are bred from captivity, and some are taken directly from the wild. Sadly, many of those taken from the wild will die in transit." Further, many owners don't have the knowledge, money, or ability to adequately replicate a natural habitat for an …
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