Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Pets and Animals: [header] How to buy a ferret [title] Check legal requirements and state regulations. [step] In some countries, owning a ferret as a pet is illegal. Most states in the united states permit ferret ownership, however in some states, such as california and hawaii, do not.

Ending1: Because ferrets are so large, some states require that the ferret have its head examined by a vet before owning it. [substeps] See your state's kennel club for more information. Ending2: [substeps] Other states, such as rhode island, require you to acquire a permit for owning a ferret. Check with your local police department or other state animal control agencies to make sure you are following all laws when it comes to ferret ownership. Ending3: You can find state and local laws by visiting a local pet store and asking the clerk or official. [substeps] Ask other people at animal shelters or official pet stores about state-and local-laws regarding ferret ownership. Ending4: However, in some states, such as maine, a ferret may be legally allowed to play in the backyard of their owners. [substeps] Pets may be played with on a regular basis under the supervision of a licensed vet.

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