States where owning a ferret is legal without restrictions:
* Alabama
* Alaska
* Arizona
* Arkansas
* California
* Colorado
* Connecticut
* Delaware
* Florida
* Georgia
* Hawaii
* Idaho
* Illinois
* Indiana
* Iowa
* Kansas
* Kentucky
* Louisiana
* Maine
* Maryland
* Massachusetts
* Michigan
* Minnesota
* Mississippi
* Missouri
* Montana
* Nebraska
* Nevada
* New Hampshire
* New Jersey
* New Mexico
* North Carolina
* North Dakota
* Ohio
* Oklahoma
* Oregon
* Pennsylvania
* Rhode Island
* South Carolina
* South Dakota
* Tennessee
* Texas
* Utah
* Vermont
* Virginia
* Washington
* West Virginia
* Wisconsin
* Wyoming
States where owning a ferret is legal with restrictions:
* District of Columbia - Ferrets are legal, but must be vaccinated against rabies.
* New York - Ferrets are legal, but need to be registered and microchipped.
* Pennsylvania - Ferrets are legal, but may need to be registered or licensed.
* Vermont - Ferrets are legal, but local towns or cities may have ordinances restricting them.
States where owning a ferret is illegal:
* None
Important Notes:
* Laws can change, so always check with your local municipality and state government for the most up-to-date regulations.
* It's also crucial to check with your landlord, homeowners association, or any housing complex you live in. They may have their own pet policies that restrict or prohibit ferret ownership, even if it's legal in your state.
Remember, owning a ferret is a big responsibility. Research the animal's needs and be sure you are prepared to provide proper care and a suitable environment before bringing one home.