Can Hyena make a good pet !

[Catherine]

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I think the question asking about Hyenas as pets is the same as asking about any other non domestic animal as a pet. It is usually not a good idea. Even if individual wild animals can make the transition to domestic life, most do not. If it requires a lot of work to tame or domesticate an animal, my thought is why do it.
There are many good pet choices among the animals that are already domesticated. I am sure a person can find the right pet among the animals that are available.
If you want a dog like creature, check out an animal shelter. There are many good choices. There is no need to try and force domesticity on a wild animal. Many tamed wild animals are no longer suited to life in the wild, but they are also not happy in captivity.

When you think about getting a pet, you should consider whether the pet wants to be with you.