So you think you'd like to own a zebra

 

If you want to own a zebra in the UK you'll need a Dangerous Wild Animal Licence which is issued by your local council.

Before granting a licence the Licensing Inspector must be satisfied that:

• It is not contrary to the public interest to do so on the grounds of safety, nuisance or other grounds.
• The applicant is a suitable person to hold a licence to keep the animals listed on the application.
• The animal(s) will be kept in accommodation that prevents its escape and is suitable in respect of construction, size, temperature, drainage and cleanliness.
• That the animal(s) will be supplied with adequate and suitable food, drink and bedding material and be visited at suitable intervals.
• Appropriate steps will be taken to ensure the protection of the animal(s) in case of fire or other emergency.
• All reasonable precautions are taken to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
• The animal(s) accommodation is such that it can take adequate exercise.

The licence would cost in the region of £100 or more, each individual council sets it's own price.

 
I'm sure it wasn't so difficult in Walter Rothschild's day!

Seriously although they are delightful to look at zebra's have never been domesticated and have a huge fight or flight instinct when spooked.

 
 So I don't suppose we'll be seeing zebra's show jumping at HOYS just yet!

Comments

[Martine Greenlee]

Hi horsecare, I came over for a look at your full blog! Thought I'd reply to your zebra post with this. Our local equine vet has a zebra in his yard - not sure why, but maybe it comes from the local wildlife centre. Anyhow, his daughter posted this video of "someone" actually riding the zebra, and quite successfully too!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wwes8RylWpY&feature=share

[horse care courses]

What a great video thanks for posting the link Martine.