Bangor Studio/Membership Department
63 Texas Ave.
Bangor, ME 04401

Lewiston Studio
1450 Lisbon St.
Lewiston, ME 04240

Portland Studio
323 Marginal Way
Portland, ME 04101

Registered 501(c)(3) EIN: 22-3171529
© 2025 Maine Public
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
Scroll down to see all available streams.

What exotics pets are allowed in Maine, how are they regulated, and how to care for them

Sugar glider with large black eyes, pink nose and striped head stares, paws clinging to a human
https://www.flickr.com/photos/scoobie1993/

Exotic animals include those non-domesticated species that are wild or rare to keep as pets—from cuddly chinchillas to intimidating pythons. What sorts of exotic animals are legally permitted to keep as pets in Maine, and what rules and regulations are in place? Other considerations include: veterinary care for these animals, and what happens when an owner cannot care for the animal anymore.

Panelists:
Andrew Desjardins, educator, animal rehabilitator; owner of Mr. Drew And His Animals Too
Dr. Alex Munroe, veterinarian specializing in exotic pets, Topsham Veterinary Wellness Center
Sam Rutka, freshwater manager, Easy Aquariums in Westbrook

Stay Connected