How exotic pets are rescued

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Someone holds a wood turtle.
State fish and wildlife agencies in Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa and Minnesota are using federal funds through the State Wildlife Grant program to track and protect turtles, like this wood turtle. Jessica Piispanen/USFWS Midwest Region (CC-BY)

Exotic pets can be a challenge to take care of, both for the pet owners and for shelters unequipped for specialty animals. This hour, we talk with the director of a Wisconsin animal rescue center about how to care for and, if needed, surrender your exotic pets.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Royce Podeszwa Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • John Moyles Guest

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