After reviewing our policies, we are thrilled to roll out a series of product enhancements designed to give your pets the comprehensive protection they truly deserve.
News & articles
Stay up to date with the latest news, science and animal care.
What our product updates mean for exotic pet owners
October 27, 2026
How much does it cost to own and care for a tortoise?
October 16, 2026
Rabbit care guide
September 25, 2026
Common degu illnesses: Symptoms, causes, and prevention
September 18, 2026
A guide to sexing small pet mammals
September 10, 2026
How to sex a snake
July 30, 2026
Keeping tortoises outside: A guide to fresh air and sunshine
May 14, 2026
A modern guide to happy, healthy hamsters
April 23, 2026
New vet pricing rules – what they mean for exotic pet owners
March 30, 2026
Why exotic pet insurance is the ultimate “Gotcha Day” gift
March 25, 2026
How to sex a lizard
March 25, 2026
Finding the right vet for your exotic pet
December 4, 2025
How a bearded dragon bounced back from illness – twice!
November 25, 2025
Exotic pet insurance vs saving money: what’s the better choice?
October 23, 2025
Top 5 reptile health issues and how to prevent them
October 10, 2025
How do I hibernate my tortoise? A tortoise hibernation guide
August 25, 2025
Why so many exotic pets are rehomed – and how to avoid it
August 7, 2025
How to keep your pet tortoise safe in hot weather
July 25, 2025
How to control your Bearded Dragon’s heat when it’s hot weather
March 20, 2025
Quick and easy ways to save money as a tortoise owner
March 3, 2025
Owning domestic pets and reptiles in the same house
February 12, 2025
Rabbit Names: Female, Male, Funny, and Famous Rabbit Names
January 31, 2025
Parrot Names: Male, Female, Famous, and Not-so-famous
January 13, 2025
The Hawk Conservancy Trust Celebrates the Successful Hatching of Critically Endangered Vultures
August 3, 2023
Have your say on Government proposals to ban keeping primates as pets
July 12, 2023
Pets and children’s mental health; exploring the purpose of pets in children’s lives
September 27, 2022
How pets can benefit children’s learning and development
September 27, 2022
Guinea pig noises and their meanings
August 31, 2022
All you need to know about owning Reptiles as family pets
August 19, 2022
Top tips to save money as a Parrot Owner
July 28, 2022
Reviews of ExoticDirect
November 14, 2018
The lost and found parrot – Yasha’s great escape!
October 10, 2016
We’re proud to be sponsoring the Barn Owl Centre, Gloucester
March 24, 2016
How to apply for a Dangerous Wild Animal licence
March 16, 2016
The lost and found parrot register does it again!
June 27, 2014