Florida regulates exotic pets through FWC licensing. Class I animals (large cats, bears, primates) are prohibited as pets. Class II (medium exotics) require permits. Class III (small exotics) require permits for some species.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) classifies exotic animals into three classes. Class I (chimpanzees, gorillas, lions, tigers, bears, large crocodilians) are prohibited as personal pets — only qualified facilities may hold them. Class II (smaller primates, medium cats, wolves, alligators) require FWC permits. Class III (many common exotic pets) require permits for some species but many are permit-free. Ferrets are legal in Florida. Hedgehogs require a Class III permit. Pembroke Pines follows state FWC regulations.
Keeping prohibited animals or unpermitted Class I/II animals carries criminal penalties, fines up to $500 per offense, and confiscation.
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