Where can i find laws and requirments to have a traveling petting zoo in Michigan?

Question

have a farm have animals for years would like to take the friendly ones, to weekend birthdays or something like that, very animal friendly not cruel. Just wondering the costs and requirment and what webcites I could find then at for michigan

Answer 1

I think in most states you would have to deal with their department of agriculture and department of natural resources.  As noted in the first source, you will have to deal with many federal regulations also.

"Regulations

In the United States, any public animal exhibit must be licensed and inspected by the United States Department of Agriculture, United States Environmental Protection Agency, Drug Enforcement Agency, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and others. Depending on the animals they exhibit, the activities of zoos are regulated by laws including the Endangered Species Act, the Animal Welfare Act, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 and others.[62] Additionally, zoos in North America may choose to pursue accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). To achieve accreditation, a zoo must pass an application and inspection process and meet or exceed the AZA's standards for animal health and welfare, fundraising, zoo staffing, and involvement in global conservation efforts. Inspection is performed by three experts (typically one veterinarian, one expert in animal care, and one expert in zoo management and operations) and then reviewed by a panel of twelve experts before accreditation is awarded."