I would like one. I've seen several people with them and they seem quite interesting and unique. I've heard they smell. What do you think?
2006-06-28 16:06:31 · 12 answers · asked by starmoishe 4 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
No they aren't, check out this from an article:
Owning a ferret in California is a misdemeanor punishable by a $1,000 fine and the loss of the pet, which then is deported to one of the 48 states that do permit ferrets. At agriculture inspection stations, such as the one at Yermo, officials look not only for ferrets but also for signs of ferret food and ferret cages.
This is the full article: http://www.vvdailypress.com/family/devil/
Check with your state authorities before you put yourself in a bad position. If they have been legalized recently I can't find any news about it.
2006-06-28 16:15:48 · answer #1 · answered by thewildeman2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, they are illegal in California and not only will you get a pretty large fine and your ferret taken from you they usually put them down unless you pay to have them shipped to another state and the costs of paperwork for doing so and any fees that the adoption agency requires. Also ferrets are a lot of work about 5-6 hours a night need to be spent with them 4-5 hours supervising thier out of cage time because they will get into everything and there are so many things that are dangerous to them (some like to eat the buttons off of remotes and that ends up causing blockages in their tummies which means surgery) then a minimum of one hour a day cleaning their litter boxes (yes it will need to be scooped and cleaned daily) and food and water dishes cleaned.
2006-06-29 03:36:47 · answer #2 · answered by scarfiespudsushi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can smell but if cleaned regularly they'll smell (and feel) fine!
It is, in fact, legal to own a ferret in California. Why not go to a local pet store? Or adopt an unwanted one online -- the poor, adorable things need homes.
Good luck though, they're absolutely adorable creatures who need loving, caring homes which you can probably provide to him or her.
2006-06-28 16:12:29 · answer #3 · answered by Rachel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ferrets are legal to own in California. Here's some sites that can help you find one
www.gotpetsonline.com
www.petfinder.com
Some California petstores do carry Ferrets some petcos and petsmarts have them at certain times but they can be pricey
2006-06-28 16:13:39 · answer #4 · answered by Checkers- the -Wolf 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ferrets are not allowed in California because of persons that "released" their ferret permitting it to muck up the organic eco-gadget. Thank the idiots who imagine domesticated animals belong in the wild.
2016-11-15 09:46:11 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not legal in California or Hawaii for some weird reason.
Any above answer telling you it is legal is wrong.
The only two states were it is not legal to have one. Write to your congressman to make it legal, visit the site below.
2006-06-28 16:15:35 · answer #6 · answered by timmytude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ferrets are NOT legal in CA. If something happens and you need a vet or ferret supplies you're in trouble.
2006-06-28 16:45:56 · answer #7 · answered by Jan H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its leagle and just go to a local pet store. They dont smell that much but they liked to be played with A LOT.
2006-06-28 16:11:11 · answer #8 · answered by Mr. J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, California is agricultural, let them buggers loose and they can cause major problems, so they are NOT leagal as pets. And yes they smell and will tend to bite you when you give them their bath,
2006-06-28 16:18:59 · answer #9 · answered by NoPoaching 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not legal to BUY one in California. However, if you buy one out of state and bring it in, many stores will sell feret food, and many vets will still work on them (if they are fixed).
2006-06-28 16:11:51 · answer #10 · answered by ca DMV pro 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋