Is It Legal To Have A Pet Raccoon In Michigan
Introduction
There are lots of exotic, unique pets available for you to have. Some are legal, some are not. One animal in Michigan may surprise you with its status regarding being a pet in the state. Let’s dive into the raccoon’s legal status as a pet and why it is the way it is.
Are raccoons legal in Michigan
There are a number of myths floating around about raccoons, and unfortunately, many people believe them. Some people think that raccoons are legal in Michigan; others think they’re illegal. The truth is that having a pet raccoon is not only illegal, it’s also dangerous and irresponsible.
You might have heard the myth that you can own one in your backyard if it stays there all day—but that’s just not true! Raccoons are very intelligent animals with an insatiable curiosity; they’re also capable of scaling walls or fences to get out when they want to explore. They may even try to climb onto roofs or trees as well as other structures so they can reach new territory. The more time you spend with your pet raccoon outside playing games like fetch or hide-and-seek (or even fishing!), the greater chance there will be for him/her getting hurt by falling off something high up and hurting themselves badly enough for someone else – maybe even YOU!
Can I get rabies from a pet raccoon
Yes, you can get rabies from a raccoon.
Raccoons, skunks and bats are the most likely carriers of rabies in Michigan. Other animals like foxes or coyotes may be infected too but less often than these three types of animals. If you think your pet raccoon has been exposed to rabid animals, it is important to contact your veterinarian immediately for treatment advice and testing options before seeking medical attention at your local health department’s animal control unit.
The best way to prevent rabies is by vaccinating your pets as well as wild-life like raccoons that are regularly in contact with other animals (such as when they live near farms).
Rabies is a fatal disease spread through saliva being passed on through an animal bite or scratch which can infect humans who come into contact with it if the victim has not been vaccinated against the disease nor received one dose of immune globulin within five days after exposure.*
What happens if you have a pet raccoon
If you are caught with a pet raccoon, there are several consequences:
- You could be fined. Depending on how your state’s laws are written and interpreted by law enforcement officers, it may be illegal for you to have a pet raccoon. If this is the case, then you could face fines for possessing an illegal animal. This can be anywhere from $50 to $5,000 per offense depending on which state you live in and what kind of legal action was taken against you by authorities.
- You could lose your pet raccoon if found guilty of violating its possession laws. In some states where it’s illegal to keep raccoons as pets but not necessarily illegal for people to own them as exotic animals (such as Michigan), owning a raccoon might result in confiscation from authorities at any time during their investigation into whether or not they violate local or state laws regarding wildlife ownership practices—even if the raccoon was purchased legally somewhere else!
Do baby raccoons make good pets
Raccoons are wild animals, and they can be difficult to care for as pets. As a general rule, you should never attempt to raise a baby raccoon in your home. Most of the problems that arise from raising them stem from the fact that they are wild animals, not domesticated ones.
Raccoons do not make good pets for several reasons:
- They will bite and scratch you if afraid or provoked.
- They will urinate and defecate on your furniture and other household items (this will happen more frequently when they reach sexual maturity).
- They may destroy your home as part of their natural instincts to build nests or search for food (this includes tearing up carpeting, chewing through walls/doors/windows).
Is it legal to own a kangaroo in Michigan
You can own a kangaroo in Michigan if you live in Australia.
In the United States, however, it is illegal to own a kangaroo. This comes from several state and federal laws that make it illegal to possess or sell kangaroos for pets. The exception is if you are a zoo or an animal park with proper licenses and permits from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). However, even those who have been granted these permits must follow specific protocols when caring for their animals’ health.
The short answer is no.
The short answer is no. It is illegal to keep a raccoon in your possession in Michigan. The only exceptions are for educational or scientific purposes, or if the animal was obtained from an approved breeder.
A person who possesses an illegal raccoon may be fined or arrested by authorities, and may have their pet taken away from them. If you are bitten by a raccoon while it is in your possession, seek medical attention immediately as they can carry diseases such as rabies and distemper that can cause infection or death.
Conclusion
I hope that this short summary of the laws about raccoons in Michigan have been helpful to you.