Here is our list of the 9 most profitable reptiles, pets and farm animals to breed in America.
America is an animal-loving country. Most homes have one pet, if not more. Some of the most common pets include dogs, cats, rodents and fish. But it is interesting to note, that the popularity of more exotic and unorthodox pets— such as ferrets, lizards, cows, and jellyfish— is definitely on the rise. The moral of the story is, the demand for pets in America is not going to diminish anytime soon. This provides a booming industry for animal breeders. If you are a responsible and caring person, with a knack for being clean and meticulous, and you have the money and space required, animal breeding may be your ideal career. But which animals can be sold for the highest dollar amount?
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In order to make our list, we compiled several online lists of popular animals from various stores like Backwater Reptiles, Pet360, and St. Joseph Hoeve Wagyu Farm, that have expensive price tags. The animals that made it to our list were the most popular, as well as the most expensive. You may also want to look into our 7 easiest farm animals to raise for profit.
Here is our list of 9 most profitable reptiles, pets and farm animals to breed in America.
9. Iguanas
If properly cared for, iguanas can have a lifespan of up to 20 years. It is imperative to keep their habitats clean and relatively consistent, as iguanas can be very sensitive to change. In breeding iguanas, you should prepare an egg box with a proper mixture of soil, sand, and water. A green iguana costs about $15, while a more exotic rhinoceros iguana costs about $500.
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8. Chameleons
Chameleons are known and loved for their ability to change color according to their environment. This is a defense mechanism used to camouflage them from predators. Chameleons are very sensitive creatures, and can be easily frightened or injured. It is very important to treat them with great care, including making sure they are always properly hydrated. Cuban false chameleons grow up to 7 inches and cost around $500.
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7. Crocodiles
The average life span of a crocodile is 70 years. This is a major commitment! Morelet’s crocodiles cost around $550, and their breeding season falls before the rainy season.
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6. Birds
The lifespan of a bird can vary greatly from species to species. For instance, a fancy conure, which costs about $600, lives an average of 30 years.
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5. Pigs
The lifespan of pigs varies by type, but the average for most common pigs is about 10 years. A swallow belly pure mangalitsa gilts can cost up to $1500. This particular type of pig is fairly low-maintenance.
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4. Cattle
Wagyu cattle are the most expensive among cattle breeds, and can cost up to $6500. They are given beer and massages to help blood circulation, and improve the eventual taste of their meat.
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3. Dogs
We are continuing our list of most profitable reptiles, pets and farm animals to breed in America with dogs, that are popularly known as man’s best friend. They have an average lifespan of 10 to 13 years, but this varies by breed and size. One rather expensive breed is the Samoyed, worth $4000 to $11000.
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2. Cats
Domesticated cats have a lifespan of 12 to 18 years. Bengal cats cost $1000 to $25000. They are playful and friendly, with a signature tiger-esque look.
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1. Horse
A Friesian breed costs up to $100,000,000 and has an average lifespan of 25 to 30 years. Horses are useful, as they can be ridden as transportation, and are comfortable carrying a decent amount of cargo. They are also beautiful, gentle, and great companions.
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Thanks for perusing our list of most profitable reptiles, pets and farm animals to breed in America.
