Can I get one in Nevada?
2007-02-13 14:28:09 · 10 answers · asked by stacylja 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
California law unfortunately does not allow wild animals as pets.
I however am now curious about hedgehogs...will they at all behave as a pet?... or must they always be confined to a cage? I will look this up. Thank you!
2007-02-13 14:39:47 · answer #1 · answered by lindasue m 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Like Paris26 said (great answer) they are illegal along with Ferrets, flying squirrels, well basically anything that you will not be able to find in a reputable pet shop. Besides the fines and court costs (which are extremely hefty) the other problem you are going to find is a Vet. Because we are not allowed these animals most vets don't know how to care for them properly. The other problem is finding the supplies you will need to care for them. It can be rather difficult to find all you will need to make it happy and healthy. There are tons of other possible animals that make wonderful pets, such as Rats. Because they are allowed here (Cali.) you will have endless vets and supplies. --Good Luck
2007-02-14 00:20:20 · answer #2 · answered by JenE 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hedgehogs are ILLEGAL to have in California. The Fish and Game department have banned several small animals as pets because of the "potential" threat to california's ecosystem and agriculture. (i.e. they are afraid that __________ could successfully reproduce and damage crops, flora, fauna, etc)
You have to get a permit to have an illegal animal and they don't give them out very often.
Most reputable breeders will not sell to someone who lives in a hedgehog illegal state. You could be fined, the animal could be confiscated and destroyed (i.e. euthanized)
Personally, I would not risk being caught and having the animal destroyed because of MY stubborness of having it in the first place. I would wait until you live in a legal area before trying to obtain one of these lovely creatures.
2007-02-13 15:54:58 · answer #3 · answered by paris26 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hedgehogs are wild animals and you need a special permit to keep one. Why do you want a hedgehog anyway? Why not get a cat or snake or something?
2007-02-13 14:44:59 · answer #4 · answered by ♥ballerina♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that hedgehogs are allowed in California
2007-02-13 14:35:31 · answer #5 · answered by armywifes3lb 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey, I live in Northern California,
I'm dying for one too!
I looked it up, actually I called animal control.
They're ILLEGAL!!!
Can you believe something so cute can be illegal?
The fines were more than I wanted to risk, but call animal control and ask, maybe it's worth it to you.
Cheers.
2007-02-13 15:02:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They make really wonderful pets!!! I have one myself and take care of 2 of them at work. Arn't they so darn cute!! Sorry I can't tell you about the law where you are. I'm quite aways away from you - Montreal,Quebec Canada but thier definily legal here. we sell them for $200
2007-02-13 14:57:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, i'm in california, and i'm not mistaken that at my mall,(the puente hills mall) i coulda swore i saw a hedgehog or summat like that.
or you could always order them online
2007-02-13 14:36:27 · answer #8 · answered by daniel_zamilpa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe try looking up a breeder in a near by state or something since im sure someone somewhere has to breed them, and maybe order one that way and have it shipped or pick it up if its not to far?
2007-02-13 14:38:00 · answer #9 · answered by lil_momma21505 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think arizona or nevada or someplace. call petsmarts and petcos.
2007-02-13 14:56:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋