1. It depends on the animal, I think. If it was bred in captivity, then it's probably better for it to be kept by someone qualified to look after it, same as dogs and cats. Of course, dogs and cats are often owned by people who haven't the slightest idea how to care for them....

2. I applied for lots and lots of jobs to get away from a Truly Evil Boss; the County called first. I applied for my current position within the county because I couldn't take handling a public assistance caseload anymore.

3. Never. I always walk for exercise; I'm not a big fan of walking because my parents made me walk everywhere when I was a kid.