If an animal is not prohibited or does not require a permit, it may be kept as a pet. However, no person may own more than 6 animals of any kind and not more than 25 wild animals at a time. Coatimundi bred in captivity can be kept as pets, but proof of legal acquisition is required. No county west of the Pecos River with a population of less than 25,000 requires a permit. So I am legally allowed to have a pet snake in California. Therefore, if you`re looking for a rodent as a pet, we recommend sticking to legal rodents in California — especially domesticated breeds of golden hamsters, dwarf hamsters, rats, mice, guinea pigs, and chinchilla (Chinchilla laniger). No, it is illegal to own a sloth in California. We all love Flash Slothmore, but he can`t be your exotic pet here. States like Nevada and Texas have some of the most lenient laws regarding exotic pet ownership, but the Golden State is known for its strict regulations. The only U.S.
state with more regulations for game and wildlife is Hawaii. Monkeys need constant care and attention, and many will live up to 40 years, according to the Primate Rescue Center. In California, only qualified professionals and individuals receive monkey and other primate licenses for special legal purposes, including medical research and training for television and film. Monkeys are legal in about 17 different U.S. states, including Washington state, Nevada, South Carolina, West Virginia and Ohio. It`s legal to own both llamas and alpacas in California, but unlike the other unusual animals on our list, these unique animals are best kept in herds as cattle rather than individual pets. A person may not own any of the following cats of the family of felids, whether bred in the wild or in captivity, including a hybrid cross with such a cat: lion, leopard, snow leopard, clouded leopard, jaguar, tiger, puma, panther or cheetah. This prohibition does not apply to persons who were in possession of such an animal on 7 July 2000 and who are otherwise entitled to a large carnivore licence.
The following facilities are exempt from these requirements: an animal shelter or animal shelter; persons licensed by the U.S. State or Department of the Interior; an approved or accredited zoo or animal shelter; authorized law enforcement officers; a veterinarian temporarily in possession of a large carnivore to provide veterinary services; a person who is not a resident of that State and who is staying in that State solely for the purpose of travelling between destinations outside that State; certain for-profit or not-for-profit businesses whose primary purpose is to present animals, including large carnivores, to the public for educational or exhibition purposes; and circuses. Hunting and trapping of bobcats is permitted with the appropriate fur harvesting permit issued by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR). The DNDR regulates the means and methods by which bobcats may be hunted/captured, establishes open seasons, geographic areas and pocket restrictions. Fur carrier slaughter tags are necessary for harvesting bobcats. A person who kills a bobcats should immediately validate the tag and attach it to the skin of the upper jaw at the orbit or through the lower jaw. DNDR also regulates fur traders, including permits, shipping permits, tagging and reporting of furs owned on the last day of the hunting and fishing season. Pumas were once native to Michigan, but were exterminated at the turn of the century.
Savannah cats are legal in Michigan for all generations. Simply put, if you want an exotic animal, stay out of California. California is known among ferret enthusiasts for being one of two states that have an unwavering ban on possessing these elongated carnivores. In fact, all questions about the legality of pets in the state should be asked: “What animals are legal?” instead of “Is this animal legal?” Another example of alternative animals not prohibited by Section 671 is the American bison. They are large and vigorous animals that are not so tame, but are often considered farm animals used for meat and fur production. It is unclear whether bison ownership requires a permit provided solely for agricultural use, which would not make them legal as pets. Non-native raccoons can be kept as pets with proper veterinary inspection and proof of legal ownership. What types of snakes can you own in California? I`m looking for a pet that`s legal in California, is a good size, and doesn`t smell. I don`t want anything with fur because it smells, but my mother is afraid of animals with scales.
So I need something like a sugar glider, but it doesn`t stink!! However, there is a long list of legal pets in California. So, what exotic animals are legal in California? The list above highlights twenty-nine legal animals you can own. Most birds are also legal in California. The only illegal parrot is the invasive monk parakeet (or quaker parrot). Corvids such as ravens and magpies are illegal, as are birds of prey (hawks, hawks, eagles) and vultures. Mynah birds, known for their incredible ability to imitate human speech, are illegal, with the exception of Rothchild`s Hill Mynah and Mynah species. Other interesting species such as toucans, exotic pigeons and hornbills are legal, so those interested in poultry farming can do so and enjoy the prey of the Napa Valley or the vast red forest forests. For the most part, exotic animals are illegal in Hawaii. These include bears, big cats, wild canines, hybrids of feral cats and wild dogs, kangaroos, wild cattle and deer, birds of prey, alligators, geckos and most lizards, hedgehogs, gerbils, hamsters and ferrets.
Pets allowed include guinea pigs, chinchillas, pet mice and rats, parakeets and pigeons. Commercial activities are required for a USDA license, so a person who wants to have a big cat as a pet is forced to bring the cat to the outdoor show or breed and sell cubs to circumvent laws against big cats as “pets.” While the requirement is likely well-intentioned, it has created more opportunities for injury and death than it has cured. The USDA Animal Welfare Act regulates the use of animals in trade. Commercial activity is a prerequisite for licensing. If there is no commercial activity (i.e. the animal is just a pet), you are not eligible for the animal welfare program and to obtain a license from the USDA. The USDA issues licenses to pet stores that own or possess these animals. The licence is issued to an individual. There are three classes of USDA licenses – A, B, and C. For the possession of feral cats, each class of licence requires the licence holder to submit a letter indicating that they have sufficient knowledge of the breeding of the species they own. Class A license In the case of feral cats, a USDA Class A license is required if the person is involved in the sale of offspring produced by the person`s cats. If the person raises their adult animals but does not sell the offspring, they are not eligible for a USDA Class A license.
(no commercial activity) Class A licence holders are not allowed to trade animals, but only to sell their offspring. A Class A permit for feral cats requires a cage that allows the animal to stand up and turn around, and a fence within 3 feet of the cage. Enclosures for cats defined as dangerous (especially lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, mountain lions, cheetahs) must be eight feet high. Cages for small cats should be surrounded by a six-foot fence. In the case of multiple animal collections, a single fence often surrounds all animal cages. There is no definition of how this fence should be built. Class B License A USDA Class B permit is required if the person sells feral cats that have not been raised by the licensee`s adult animals. That is, they mediate other people`s animals – buy and sell adults or children that are not part of the licensee`s long-term collection.
Category B licence holders may hold limited, controlled displays as necessary to facilitate the sale of newly acquired offspring or animals. When exhibiting animals, the licensee shall be responsible for physically preventing direct contact between visitors and the animals and their cages. This type of exposure cannot constitute an essential part of the licensee`s business activity. The Class B licence for feral cats requires good cage support and a fence not exceeding 3 feet from the cage. In the case of multiple animal collections, a single fence often surrounds all animal cages.