Can people own tiger in US?

Answer 1

Only around half of the states forbid private ownership of tigers; but many tiger pets end up in sanctuaries (if there is room), but more often than not end up dead. Either shot by the authorities because they killed or mauled someone (no matter how tame they appear they still have wild animal instincts and will kill) or killed by their own owners because people don't take into account costs Permits, cage, and land: The basic start ups. every state that allows tiger ownership will get their share with fees for permits and inspections. Also, states that allow tiger ownership have minimum standards on how much land you own (for example 5 acres) and cage sizes Moving?: If you think you'll ever move to another state, your tiger can't go with you even if that other state allows tigers as pets (it violates federal law to transport a tiger across state lines) Insurance: you'll have to carry special insurance so when the tiger (not if, when) hurts you or someone else, you'll be covered Training: you'll have to find a place that offers behavior classes and take them - you need to learn basic medical info, nutrition, safety, etc Damage: Big cats always spray (i.e. urinate to mark territory) - you will get peed on and if they are indoors, your property will get peed on -- no way to avoid this Vet: you'll need to find one willing to treat a tiger - they charge a premium! Transportation: if you don't own one, you'll need to buy a van to transport it to the vet - you'll also need special equipment and cages for transportation Food and Vitamins: Thousands of dollars a year If your neighbors find out you have a tiger (and you didn't tell them in advance) don't be surprised if they complain and your community passes a law outlawing them. I've seen it happen and then people have to get rid of the tiger after spending over $10,000 in just start up costs (purchase, permits etc - also 98% of pet tigers die within two years Other costs ???