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Is a leopard a good pet?
Big Cats. Cougars, lions, tigers, and leopards make up the majority of large cats people opt to keep as pets. They are strong and dangerous to say the least. If you think you can just declaw a cat to make it less of a threat, think again.
Can leopards be tamed?
They can’t be tamed in the manner that lions, tigers, and even leopards can be.
How big do snow leopards get?
about 2.1 metres
Adult snow leopards (Panthera uncia or Uncia uncia) can grow to a length of about 2.1 metres (7 feet) from head to tail and weigh 23–41 kg (50–90 pounds). Formerly classified as Leo uncia, the snow leopard has been placed—with the lion, tiger, and other big cats—in the genus Panthera.
Is it safe to own a leopard?
Make sure you can legally own a pet leopard. Currently, 19 out of 50 states have a ban on exotic animals as pets, including the leopard. Commit yourself to owning your leopard for his entire life. On average, leopards live 22 years in captivity.