Mississippi considers some animals to be inherently dangerous and others are considered to be public resources.

COLUMUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Ohio is one of the most difficult places to own exotic animals in the U.S., with a comprehensive ban on many animals. Although Ohioans cannot own lions, tigers or bears, there ...

Surprising pet laws shape everyday life. These unexpected rules reveal how communities protect animals, people, and local ...

PHOENIX – Crocodiles, anacondas and King Cobras might not sound like house pets, but the Phoenix Herpetological Society it’s actually more common than one might think. Russ Johnson, president of but ...

ZANESVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- A sheriff says exotic animals on the loose in eastern Ohio were set free by their owner, who apparently killed himself on his farm. Muskingum County Sheriff Matt Lutz said at ...

Since 1990, there have been more than 1,500 exotic animal incidents. Oct. 19, 2011 -- Incidents involving exotic animals kept in private may appear to be an oddity but, according to Born Free USA, a ...

If a dangerous exotic pet caused property damage or attacked someone, the owner could face a $2,000 fine. The ban would not affect Melanie Nawrot or Jasmine, nor would it prohibit Nawrot from keeping ...

Certain dangerous exotic animals are kept as pets in Britain. There are records of these pets, and a detailed map shows where their owners are. Cats, dogs, and even goldfish are common pets in the UK, ...