CAN YOU KEEP THIS HUGE CREATURE AS PET FOR OVER 40 YEARS?

A man from Florida has vowed to do whatever it takes him to ensure his alligator his kept alive, even after he was told by Florida wildlife officials that the creature is too big to roam in hi garden.

The 13ft male, known as Gwendolyn has been looked after by David Van Buren, a retired fire fighter for about 47 years.

The alligator’s favourite treat is said to be pizza and cookies, and was taken also taken to college by the David.

Mr. Van Buren had in the past faced series of battle to keep his pet. In one such battle, the state took Gwendolyn away from Mr. Van in 1994. But Mr. Van took the matter to court and got his pet alligator back as the judge ruled in his favour.

Mr Van Buren also stressed that Gwendolyn is healthy and does not pose any danger to anyone, and he will do whatever it takes to keep him.

Florida Fish and Wildlife officials say Gwendolyn is used to living with Mr Van Buren and it would be best if he stayed with him.

But they insist Mr Van Buren will need to make changes to his property so he has more space.