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If you’ve been researching capybara ownership in Idaho, you’ve probably found conflicting information online — some sources say yes, others say it depends.
Arkansas is one of a small number of states in the US where owning a squirrel is genuinely permitted under state law.
North Dakota is one of the few states in the country where owning a pet squirrel is genuinely permitted under state law.
Kansas is one of the more permissive states when it comes to exotic pet ownership, and capybaras fall into a category that many prospective owners find encouraging: they are not banned at the state level.
Alabama is one of a small group of states where capybara ownership is not outright banned at the state level — but that does not mean you can simply bring one home without doing your homework.
Utah sits in an unusual position when it comes to squirrel ownership.
Squirrels are surprisingly popular as pets across the United States, and Kentucky residents are no exception when it comes to curiosity about keeping one.
Iowa is one of a relatively small number of states where owning a capybara is permitted — but “permitted” does not mean uncomplicated.
Rhode Island may be the smallest state in the country, but its wildlife laws are anything but simple.
Rhode Island may be the smallest state in the country, but its exotic animal laws are anything but simple.
Capybaras have become one of the most talked-about exotic pets in the United States, and Utah residents are increasingly asking whether they can legally keep one.
If you’ve been wondering whether you can own a squirrel in Hawaii, the short answer is no — and the prohibition is among the strictest of any state in the country.
Tennessee is one of the more permissive states when it comes to exotic animal ownership, and capybaras sit in a surprisingly accessible legal category.
Illinois is home to a surprising variety of wildlife enthusiasts, and capybaras — the world’s largest rodents — have captured the attention of many exotic pet seekers across the state.
North Carolina is home to several squirrel species, and it’s easy to understand why these quick, curious animals catch people’s attention.
Missouri is one of the more welcoming states in the country when it comes to exotic pet ownership, and capybaras are no exception.
New Jersey is home to some of the most detailed exotic animal regulations in the Northeast, and capybaras sit squarely in the middle of that legal framework.
Capybaras have taken over social media feeds with their famously calm personalities and habit of befriending nearly every animal they meet.
If you’ve ever watched a gray squirrel dart across a New York City park or raid a bird feeder upstate, you may have wondered whether one of these quick, curious animals could make a good pet.
Arizona is home to some of the most fascinating wildlife in North America, and many residents wonder whether the world’s largest rodent could legally join their household.
