(A) It is unlawful to possess captive non-native wildlife not excepted under Code 09.01, unless the possessor can produce written documentation that such wildlife was legally obtained and has been certified by an accredited veterinarian to be free of diseases and parasites that may pose an adverse risk to native wildlife. If they sign the contract/permit, they agree to tolerate the occasional disturbances that the fox will cause). (f)  General requirements. (certificate of veterinary inspection) issued by a federally accredited veterinarian licensed in the state of origin of the exotic animal. Barbary sheep or Auoudad (Ammotragus lervia), Brushed-tailed possum (Trichosurus vulpecula), Collared peccary (javelina) (Tayassu tajacu), Exotic goats and Ibexes (All species in the genus Capra except domestic goats, Capra hircus), Gibbons (primates in the family Hylobatidae), Old World Monkeys (Cercopithecidae family), Oryx and Gemsbok (Oryx besia, Oryx dammah, Oryx gazella, Oryx leucoryx), Roe deer (Capreolus capreolus and Capreolus pygarus), Russian boar, European boar, and hybrids thereof (Sus scrofa scrofa), Short-tailed opossum (Monodelphis domestica), Skunks (Genus Spilogale, Conepatus, and Methitis), Southern flying squirrel (Glaucomys volans), Virginia opossum or North American Opossum (Didephis virginiana). (2) Owners shall maintain records of proof of legal ownership of such animals including licenses, bills of sale, bills of lading, receipts, invoices and copies of Wildlife Importation Permits or other satisfactory evidence. b) Completion of an inspection by the department of the quarantine and final enclosures as enumerated in RULE 5 and approval of those enclosures. The owner or operator is responsible for enforcement. To put it simply: no, all species of fox are not legal in Alaska. (a) This section governs the first permit under this rule to possess a particular wild animal. between animal cage and public and a minimum height of six feet (6?). Most animals may not be kept in any part of a building or home where people live unless receiving temporary health care, treatment orspecial handling. (b) Any such fish, bird, mammal, reptile, amphibian or invertebrate illegally imported into the state or illegally possessed therein may be seized by any representative of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and may be relocated or disposed of as determined by the commissioner. The license holder does not propagate the deer or otherwise allow the deer to reproduce. Issuance of exotic animal import permits may be made by the Department upon the following: a) Receipt of written application providing all of the information enumerated in RULE 5 not less than seven (7) days preceding the probable day of shipment of the animal(s). Wild animal includes, and is limited to, any or all of the following orders and families: (2) Felidae and all hybrids thereof, with the exception of the species Felis catus (domesticated and feral cats, which shall mean domesticated cats that were formerly owned and that have been abandoned and that are no longer socialized, as well as offspring of such cats) and hybrids of Felis catus that are registered by the American Cat Fanciers Association or the International Cat Association provided that such cats be without any wild felid parentage for a minimum of five generations. (6) Owners must immediately test all deer and elk that die in captivity for CWD and forward copies of test results to the Commission within seven days of receipt. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. However, fox lovers can import bat-eared foxes. 1.1 ? (2) The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to entities operating solely as research facilities, which are registered and regulated as such in accordance with Animal Welfare Act (7 U.S.C. Safety barriers shall be present to adequately prevent wildlife from touching, grasping or biting visitors. (see below). All species of the order Xenarthra. (5) A member of the family rhinocero tidae order perissodactyla, which is a rhinoceros. and does not mention color phases. Annual application required. The PCG is extremely difficult to deal with. Therefore, we are handling privately-owned foxes that look like their wild counterparts in accordance with the original intent of the law. The following is a listing of animals considered inherently dangerous: (i) Primates?Gorillas, orangutans, chimpanzees, gibbons, siamangs, mandrills, drills, baboons, Gelada baboons; © Lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, cheetahs, cougars?All species; (iii) Order Proboscidia: Elephants?All species; (iv) Order Perissodactyla: Rhinoceroses?All species; and. With this license, the licensee must propagate the animals and make a profit/have a legitimate business. ), Migratory ? If a pet fox or other exotic mammal bites someone and the person reports it, the animal will most likely be euthanized. Bison (Bison bison); except those classified as wild bison by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission and the Wyoming Livestock Board. Sorry. Game mammals may be held in captivity but may not be propagated or sold. Switzerland: SOME, Only Fennec foxes are legal. 15.1.2 Notwithstanding subsection 15.1.1 of this section, native wildlife species may be possessed, imported, sold or offered for sale for commercial purposes without a permit from the Director if there is written documentation to confirm that said wildlife was legally taken in and transported from another state. After December 31, 1994, no initial Class 7 license may be issued for the purpose of possessing a non-exempt mammal for the purpose of training dogs. All species of the order Carnivora. I will still have to do some research. Fox ownership is governed by state laws, which are different from state to state. Family Felidae-All species (W) except: b. 5. a. 7:25-4.9 Criteria for the possession of potentially dangerous species. is defined as all wild animals found in North Carolina. Section 26 states: Prohibition Against Livestock26 • No person shall keep livestock in any area of the City unless the livestock are kept as part of a public agricultural exhibition or exposition operation or agricultural fair. © The holder of the rehabilitation license who possesses the white-tailed deer as authorized under par. GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES PART I. WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES COMMISSION. These are chapter 11 regulations clarify that it is unlawful to intentionally release any wildlife declared to be unregulated. Melissa A Smith (author) from New York on June 25, 2018: Marble foxes are domesticated red foxes with unique coloration. Sec. It is always recommended to check local city ordinances before getting a fox. Answer: Foxes are furbearers and aren't legal to own in Texas. Favourite answer . The commission, in conjunction with the commissioner of agriculture, may add or delete species from the list of Class I wildlife by promulgating rules and regulations. Common names include: cervi; d; or deer, elk, moose, wapiti, and red deer; c. The family Antilocapridae. Public parks, zoos, museums, and educational institutions that possess a permit from the department of agriculture may sell, trade, barter or exchange any of the animals listed in subsection (1) of this section with any other entity that has a valid permit from the department of agriculture. Owners of category 3 species must maintain nontraditional livestock licensure and are subject to additional housing and care requirements. 4. Red and gray foxes cannot be imported from Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Texas, Vermont, Wisconsin, Wyoming or Canada. Permits cost $31 USD. You should refer to the terms of that permit or license to determine the legal requirements. Subfamily Odontophorinae, Any duck, goose, swan, or other migratory waterfowl which the U.S. This includes the physical marking of waterfowl by removal of the hind toe on the right foot of each bird before it reaches the age of 4 weeks or by other federally approved marking methods. 3.5 Commercial - To sell, have sold, or offer for sale as defined in 10 V.S.A. (a)  Wildlife at a menagerie shall have been lawfully taken, exported, imported, transported, retained and possessed. (2) A person may offer the species enumerated in paragraph (1) of this subsection to a public zoo, park, or museum for exhibition purposes. Here are a few examples. ch. © Any person who violates any provision of this section or any regulation adopted by the commissioner pursuant to this section shall be assessed a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars, to be fixed by the court, for each offense. Yes but it is a complex topic.. “The terms "pet fox" and "exotic pet" mean little in reality but can conjure very strong emotional reactions in people when mentioned. Domesticated races of guinea pigs (Cavia porcellus). Thanks! The department, any police or peace officer of this state, a local animal control officer, or a duly incorporated society for the prevention of cruelty to animals is hereby authorized to enforce the provisions of this section and issue notices of violation to persons in violation of this section, and shall have the authority to seize any wild animal held in violation of this section. PURPOSE: This rule establishes general provisions for the chapter, to be consistent with the format of other chapters. (2) Banded birds possessed under this permit may be temporarily released and recaptured when training dogs. Over time selective breeding has created, ?designer foxes.? The genus Bubalus. Germany: YES, you need a license to have a fox, but otherwise, all non-threatened species are legal. (K) Order Carnivora-Raccoons, Ringtailed Cats, Kinkajous, Coatis, Cacomistles, Weasels, Ferrets, Skunks, Polecats, Stoats, Mongoose, Civets, Wolves, Foxes, Coyotes, Lions, Tigers, Ocelots, Bobcats, Servals, Leopards, Jaguars, Cheetahs, Bears, etc. 3. Native foxes are illegal in the majority of states, as are many native animals. © It is unlawful to possess tigers, African lions and all species of bears not in compliance with Ark. Citation: 3 CSR 10-9.105, 3 CSR 10-9.220, 3 CSR 10-9.350, 3 CSR 10-9.420. More specifically, the very popular fennec fox from Northern Africa and the red, arctic, and grey foxes are the most commonly owned. During the confiscation, Vader unsurprisingly bit one of the officers that did not use the proper means to restrain the animal, despite repeated warnings from the owners that he could bite. All other elk shall be wild elk and shall be regarded as Class II wildlife. Contact the Division of Wildlife Management office at (919) 707-0060 for the appropriate permit or license. (J) Order Rodentia-Hamsters, Field Mice, Voles, Muskrats, Gerbils, Squirrels, Chipmunks, Woodchucks, and Prairie Dogs. 20.4. A Permit to Hold Wildlife in Captivity is required to possess, propagate, sell, transport, or make any other commercial or personal use of live animals defined as game or protected in Michigan. Based upon serious public health and wildlife disease concerns associated with the raccoon rabies virus, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) wants to remind the public that no Importation or Pet Permits are issued for raccoon, fox or skunk. Regular feeding schedules shall be maintained; the rations supplied shall be adequate, nutritious, and so far as possible consistent with the food which is ordinarily eaten by such animals in the wild. Each cage shall have an elevated platform(s) that shall accommodate all animals in the enclosure simultaneously. Specifically prohibited nondomestic mammals. (4) The name, address and telephone number of the veterinarian, who has agreed to treat the wild animal. Melissa cares for a variety of exotic animals and has completed a certificate in veterinary assisting and a bachelor's degree in biology. Complete name and mailing addresses of consignor and consignee; Results of required testing (species dependant). No person shall import, receive, or possess in this state a native animal, exotic animal, a member of a target species, or a hybrid, unless in possession of a current permit issued by the Director pursuant to these regulations. As independent as cats and as affectionate as dogs, the Fennec fox sounds like the perfect pet. However, a permit is not needed to own a fennec fox (Vulpes zerda). (b) Animals brought into this state under the authority of an annual importation permit must be reported to the agency within five (5) days of the date of importation. a. Ambloynx cinerea (Oriental small-clawed otter)-(W). And it doesn’t matter if they are legal or not. Citation: Application for Non-Commercial Wildlife Breeder?s License; OK ADC 800:25-25-3. 8. Closely resembling the kangaroo, wallabies are often referred to as "mini kangaroos." « Wildlife not listed in Section 3 of the Captive Wildlife Regulations may not be held in captivity without a licence/permit. Foxes are undoubtedly a unique and interesting pet. (5) A description of facilities used for confining mammals for such purposes as testing and identification. The permittee must furnish proof that game mammals and birds were legally obtained. Domesticated hamster (Mesocricetus auratus). No person may engage in the business of raising or exhibiting or otherwise possessing fox or coyotes for the purpose of operating a fox/coyote hunting preserve unless he or she has acquired and possesses a valid nongame quadruped breeder or exhibitor license. A permit from the board is required to import nondomestic animals. (6)    Chickens (domestic fowl, including guineas). Bos taurus and Bos indicus (Domestic cattle); Bos grunniens (Yak); Bubalus bulalis (Asian water buffalo); Ovis aries Domestic sheep); Capra hircus (Domestic goat); Sus scrofa domestica (Domestic swine); Llama glama (Llama); Llama pacos (Alpaca); Llama guanicoe (Guanaco); Hybrids of llama, alpaca and guanacos; Camelus bactrianus and Camelus dromedarius (Camels); and Bison bison (American bison), are not restricted. 4. 6. The division, when it appears that the application is made in good faith and the applicant is in compliance with division (B) of this section, if applicable, and upon the payment of the fee for each license, may issue to the applicant any of the following licenses that may be applied for: (2) ?Noncommercial propagating license? ?The decision to deny Importation and Pet Permits for raccoon, fox and skunk has been made following careful deliberation and with concurrence from the West Virginia Department of Agriculture and West Virginia Bureau for Public Health. 312 IAC 9-11-2 First permit to possess a wild animal. Laws (Loi sur la conservation et la mise en valeur de la faune) ➝ http://www2.publicationsduquebec.gouv.qc.ca/dynamicSearch/telecharge.php?&file=/C_61_1/C61_1R5.HTMEnglish version ➝ http://www.canlii.org/en/qc/laws/stat/rsq-c-c-61.1/latest/rsq-c-c-61.1.html Magog  : You need a permit issued by the Ministries of Wildlife & Environment, if some measures are respected.Gatineau, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Sainte-Hyacinthe : Foxes are illegal to own in the limits of these cities.Not all cities in Quebec accept foxes as pets. 312 IAC 9-11-7 Class II wild animals for which a permit is required. There are two types of licenses for breeding birds or animals. Answer: Fennec foxes only. The nature and extent of the recapture plan and the equipment needed are dependent on, (f) A permit holder who possesses a Class III wild animal must notify the department immediately after the discovery. (a) The agency shall issue permits for possessing live wildlife as defined in this part. They strictly sell - or trade - live fox to other fur farms or, in some cases, to legit zoological facilities. If yes, which species are legal and which aren't out of these : fennec, arctic, red foxes. (6) A detailed certification establishing that the location in which the wild animal will be kept complies with all appropriate standards of care and at minimum complies with the standards for animal care set forth in the Federal Animal Welfare Act and other applicable federal, state and local standards, including, but not limited to housing, temperature, ventilation, drainage, sanitation, food, water, exercise and veterinary care appropriate to the species and sufficient to maintain the wild animal in good health. Knowledge: Persons wishing to apply for a permit to possess potentially dangerous species must demonstrate a working knowledge and expertise in handling and caring for each of the species desired. Snub-nosed langurs (genus Phinopithecus), 16. White rat? A PERMIT to import, receive, or possess in this state native wildlife and hybrids thereof shall be restricted to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums, (AAZPA) approved zoos and research institutes with approved certification and as determined by the Director that the permit is involved in an approved bona fide experiment or project. (b) Live wildlife listed in this subsection (excluding any that are endangered or threatened), may be imported, possessed, confined or transported without securing a permit from the Department under this regulation as long as wildlife are held in compliance with appropriate Commission regulations and Wyoming Statutes. Hard floors shall be scrubbed and disinfected at least weekly. of the cage shall be constructed of one (1) inch by two (2) inch maximum mesh. 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