Alberta Woman Fined $15,000 for Illegal Serval Import Amid Strict Wildlife Protection Laws

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A wild African cat brought a $15,000 fine to its Alberta owner after crossing provincial lines against strict exotic pet laws.

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These sleek servals reach the size of medium dogs, packing dangerous wild instincts beneath their spotted coats.

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Pet owners face a legal maze as British Columbia welcomes servals while Alberta limits them to professional zoos.

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Medical treatment led Holmes to carry her exotic cat from BC to Alberta, sparking this costly legal battle.

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From seized wild cat to zoo celebrity - the male serval found love with a female companion at Edmonton Valley Zoo.

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Breaking Alberta's exotic pet rules comes at a price: $50,000 or jail for individuals, double for businesses.

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Wildlife experts point to illegal exotic pet trade as a direct threat to wild serval populations across Africa.

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