2006-12-06 13:05:10 · 3 answers · asked by jessica k 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
It's not legal to own a skink without a wildlife permit, because there is a high rabies risk with skunks.
2006-12-06 13:42:59 · answer #1 · answered by Annie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the above- the wildlife permit to own a skunk is not that expensive though. I believe my aunt pays about $35 a year, though that is in WI.
I am glad you are going through a breeder- it is also illegal to own a wild caught skunk, or one without a complete pedigree.
They make pretty interesting and nice pets, as long as you don't mind the musky odor. They are a lot like cats, and I know of some that will sit on your lap for days. Everyone I have met was hand shy though- you had to work to grab it, but then it would sit quietly afterwards.
2006-12-06 15:34:42 · answer #2 · answered by D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not positive ...
but I believe you can not 'Harbor' nor own as a pet
a wild animal without a specialty license.
sad - I had a pet skunk when I was a kid ... and she was awesome.
2006-12-06 13:23:03 · answer #3 · answered by redsquirrel_55 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋