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I didn't know Ferrets were illegal in certain states. I guess it makes sense though...article says if released by owners they can endanger the native wildlife.
Interesting article...
(AP) SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) California's ferret owners are tired of being criminals.
They live in the only U.S. state besides Hawaii that bans residents from keeping ferrets as pets, forcing an untold number of Californians to keep their beloved weasels hidden from the public.
But these renegade ferret lovers have no plans to abandon their long, furry friends. Instead, they're ramping up their campaign to persuade lawmakers, wildlife regulators and the public that it's time to overturn a ban that's been in place for nearly 80 years.
California ferret owners want their pets legalized - CBS News
Interesting article...
(AP) SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) California's ferret owners are tired of being criminals.
They live in the only U.S. state besides Hawaii that bans residents from keeping ferrets as pets, forcing an untold number of Californians to keep their beloved weasels hidden from the public.
But these renegade ferret lovers have no plans to abandon their long, furry friends. Instead, they're ramping up their campaign to persuade lawmakers, wildlife regulators and the public that it's time to overturn a ban that's been in place for nearly 80 years.
California ferret owners want their pets legalized - CBS News