While wild animals are not normally suited as pets due to their unpredictable and hazardous nature, people have sought to keep them as pets in the past. Here are five examples of wild animals raised as pets:
Chimpanzees have been kept as pets, but they require specialized care and can grow aggressive as they age.
Tigers
While some people have tried to raise tigers as pets, they demand a lot of space and can be hazardous.
Bears
Although bears have been raised as pets, they are wild animals that can grow hostile as they age.
Lions
Although used as pets, lions require particular care and can be hazardous.
Monkeys
Although some monkey species have been maintained as pets, they require particular care and can become hostile.
Crocodiles
Although they can be kept as pets, crocodiles are dangerous and require expert care.
Wolves
Although wolves have been raised as pets, they are wild animals that can grow hostile as they age.
Skunks
Although skunks have been raised as pets, they require special care and can be difficult to house train.
Snakes
Although certain snake species have been maintained as pets, they require particular care and can be harmful.
Hedgehogs have been kept as pets, but because they are wild animals, they can be difficult to care for.