In Michigan, you can’t own a bear, tiger or panther as a pet.
Other animals? It depends. The state has rules around owning certain animals as pets but local governments also have a say. In Southfield, for instance, it’s unlawful to keep exotic or wild animals that could harm people or domestic animals, such as alligators and elephants. Detroit residents can’t own serpants or reptiles − except for turtles under 15 inches.
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