Overview

• After shoppers photographed the 5-foot, 32-pound reptile in a West Brownsville Walmart cart, the company said alligators are not permitted on its premises.
• Walmart said it welcomes service animals but will not expose customers and employees to potential danger from exotic pets.
• Owner Wesley Silva, 60, said he has taken Jinseioshi on outings for years and will comply with the store’s decision while continuing visits to venues that accept her.
• Images sent to local outlet WPXI showed the alligator wearing a dress and harness during at least two visits to the store.
• The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission states there is no law or permit requirement for owning an alligator if it is not released into the wild.