How can a person in pa get a baby hiena?

Answer 1

Before trying to aquire a Hyena, you should ensure it is legal to own one in PA. According to the government you need a special permit to own any exotic pet and a hyena would certainly fall into that category. Hyena's are very large carvivores and would not make a good pet. A little baby hyena will grow into a powerful predator with powerful instincts. Also hyenas belong to packs or clans and to raise one isolated from a clan would be cruel.

In a quick search of the internet, I could find no importer for hyenas, unless you are affiliated with an accredited zoo. One reference stated it is illegal to own one outside of a zoo or sanctuary. You really have to check with the local government regarding ownership, then check to see if your state has any prohibitions against owning them. I would be very wary of anyone who is selling hyenas over the internet. The question as to how they acquired them should be asked, as well as the overall health of the animal.