Amazingly, you can now legally own these three exotic pets in New Jersey

We've all seen many strange animals online that we'd love to own. I've seen online all the amazing pets people have at home and I'm so jealous.

I also wonder where these people live and how they can keep such super exotic animals. New Jersey is home to many exotic animals you can legally own that you never imagined were legal.

According to Pet Helpful, “Not every state is the same when it comes to the rules for owning an exotic pet.” When it comes to the most exotic pets you can legally own in New Jersey, these are probably the ones you can keep in your Garden State home. You will be surprised.

1. Skunk

Surprisingly, you can legally keep a skunk as a pet in New Jersey. In other states such as Alaska, California, Arizona, and Arkansas, it is completely illegal to own a skunk.

However, it is 100% legal in New Jersey. Permission is required to own it, but

2. Ostrich

Ostriches are huge birds, but they're surprisingly legal to keep as pets in New Jersey, as long as you can prove you can provide them with the right living conditions.

3. Raccoon

It is legal to own raccoons in New Jersey with some conditions. You can't just go down to the side of the highway and catch a raccoon and bring it home.

According to Pet Helper, “It must come from a licensed breeder, which is a good thing since there are rabies concerns.”