Ramsey County has no exotic-pet ordinance, but Minnesota bans private ownership of regulated dangerous animals — big cats, bears, and most primates — under Minn. Stat. §346.155. Cities like St. Paul add further prohibited-animal lists via their Keeping of Animals rules.
Minnesota's Regulation of Dangerous Animals law, Minn. Stat. §346.155, prohibits a person from possessing a 'regulated animal,' including tigers, lions, cougars, bears, and most non-human primates, except for pre-existing registered animals and licensed facilities. This statewide ban applies throughout Ramsey County. Beyond the state list, each city controls other exotics: St. Paul's Keeping of Animals permit process and animal ordinance identify additional prohibited or permit-required species (venomous reptiles, certain wildlife). The county itself sets no exotic-pet ordinance for residents. Check both the state statute and your specific city's animal code before acquiring any unusual pet.
Possessing a regulated animal under §346.155 is a misdemeanor and the animal may be confiscated; the owner is liable for seizure, boarding, and disposition costs.
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