18 Uncommon and Exotic Pets Listed for Adoption on Petfinder
Cats and dogs may get most of the attention, but Petfinder is full of surprises for anyone looking for a more unusual companion. From tiny pocket pets to farm animals and feathered friends, the site has plenty of options beyond the usual puppy or kitten.
That makes it a handy place to browse if you are hoping to adopt something a little different. Instead of heading straight to a breeder or pet store, you can find all kinds of animals already waiting for homes, including some with names that are impossible to forget.
We found 18 uncommon pets with fun and unique names up for adoption on Petfinder. Keep scrolling to meet them.
1. Matzo Ball the Hamster
11/10 would pretend to eat that cute little ball of fluff.
2. Stapler the Gerbil
This guy reminds me of Milton from Office Space.
3. Samosa and Wonton the Rats
The two literal cutest dumplings ever.
4. Milkshake the Guinea Pig
This precious guinea pig would definitely bring all the boys to the yard.
5. Janitor the Gulf Coast Box Turtle
I can only assume he keeps his home very tidy.
6. Tater Tot the Hedgehog
TATER. TOT.
7. Peeping Tom the Pigeon
Oh, naughty Tom.
8. Karen the Pig
I wonder if she was intentionally named Karen for her personality.
Also, check out the tenants who dodged the “no dogs” rule by settling on a dog-sized rabbit.
9. Totoro the Chinchilla
Totoro is the best name for a chinchilla, and you will never change my mind.
10. Candyman the Cockatoo
Is it because he's as colorful as candy?
11. Turmeric the Boa
Turmeric is one of my all-time favorite spices, and I would love this snake just as much.
12. Diploma the Gecko
A much quicker and cheaper way to get your diploma.
13. Professor Thornberry the Hedgehog
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Smashing
14. Chimichanga the Chinchilla
A close second place for the best name for a chinchilla, in my opinion.
15. McGoatface the Goat
A fitting and descriptive name.
16. Nevis the Horse
As far as I know, Nevis is an island in the Caribbean, but look at how cute he is.
17. Piggy Smalls the Pot-Bellied Pig
Puns will 100% win me over every time.
18. Elvis the Skunk
I would love to cuddle this cutie all day long.
In the process of creating this article, at least one pet was adopted: Candyman the Cockatoo. So if you happen to fall in love with another one of these cuties and their source link is no longer working, that means they also found their forever home.
You can also check with your local animal rescue or county shelter to see if they have animals other than cats and dogs available for adoption. Many care for all sorts of animals!
For another pet-name showdown, see how Mom argued with coworkers over “King of Bagels” Snomson.
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