Re-Homing Exotic Species--A Pilot Program to Prevent Release of Exotic Aquatic Pet Species

Authors

• Andrew M. Lazur, Maryland Sea GrantFollow
• Ruth Hanessian, Maryland Asociation for Pet IndustriesFollow

Volume

46

Issue

1

Abstract

An educational poster program designed to inform pet owners of the dangers of releasing exotic species and provide a re-homing mechanism was evaluated as a means to reduce unwanted environmental releases. The poster provided a URL to the program partners' Web site, which listed participating re-homing pet shops in Maryland. Survey results revealed that 201 aquatic animals were re-homed.1 Survey respondents rated the poster at 94% and 92% percent for educating consumers of the potential of re-homing and benefits to the pet industry, respectively. The program provides a proactive opportunity and alternative to environmental release of exotic species.

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Recommended Citation

Lazur, A. M., & Hanessian, R. (2008). Re-Homing Exotic Species--A Pilot Program to Prevent Release of Exotic Aquatic Pet Species. Journal of Extension, 46(1), Article 22. https://doi.org/10.66752/1077-5315.4176