Alligators make horrible pets. They are reptiles with one thing on their minds--meat! This doesn't stop some people from trying to make them pets, though. There are many reasons why this is a dangerous decision, and readers discover all of them in this exciting animal guide that features fun facts and amazing alligator photographs. Readers also find out why some states don't even allow people to feed alligators and what is being done to control the alligator population in places where they pose a threat to humans.