Sandkings - George R. R. Martin (Novella)

"Sandkings” by George R. R. Martin Genre: Science-fiction Original publication: Omni, August 1979 Synopsis: Simon Kress, a wealthy playboy on the planet Baldur, loves to collect dangerous, exotic animals. When most of his pets die after being left alone during a long business trip, he ventures into the city to find replacements. He is unsatisfied by the offerings in the stores he has patronized in the past, but eventually he comes across a mysterious new establishment called Wo & Shade.