Sure, everyone dreams of being an eccentric billionaire with a menagerie of exotic animals. But in reality, it’s not safe or humane to keep exotic animals cooped up in a house. Just ask Melanie Griffith about those pet lions.

If you’re still hankering for a wild best friend, we’ve found some alternative pets to keep you company.

Meet Libby, a 2-year-old girl from Pennsylvania and her pet piglet, Pearl.

With winter storm Juno hovering over the Northeast, people are getting prepared for a snow day. While some are dreading hours of shoveling, others are looking forward to a day of Netflix marathons and blankets. But have you thought about how your pets are going to react to this blizzard blitz?

Thinking of getting a new pet, but tired of that whole dog and cat thing? Look to Hollywood's most glamorous stars for inspiration! Here's a list of the most unusual and wonderful celebrity-animal pairings.