What Exotic Pets Can I Own in Washington DC?

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Curious about what exotic pets are legal in Washington, DC? Then read on! Please note that this is not an all inclusive list, but only includes animals we personally educate about here at Exotic Pet Wonderland. 

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Relevant Exotic Pet Laws for Washington, DC

Here are the actual laws exotic pet laws for Washington, DC. Please note that exotic pet laws are often unclear, and contacting your state’s game department is always the best bet to clarify. For the purpose of this article, we have personally reached out for needed clarification. 

Are Pet Foxes Legal In Washington, DC?

No. No species of pet fox is legal in Washington, DC. For more information on individual species, please read below. 

Are Arctic Foxes Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet arctic foxes are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep an arctic fox as a pet in DC.

Are Red Foxes Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet red foxes are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a red fox as a pet in DC.

Are Fennec Foxes Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet fennec foxes are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a fennec fox as a pet in DC.

Are Pale Foxes Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet pale foxes are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a pale fox as a pet in DC.

Are Gray Foxes Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet gray foxes are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a gray fox as a pet in DC.

Are Tanuki's/Raccoon Dogs Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet raccoon dogs/tanukis are not legal in Washington, DC, or an any other state. Read more information on why raccoon dogs are illegal everywhere here.

Are Mink Legal in Washington, DC?

No, pet mink are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a mink as a pet in DC.

Are Raccoons Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet raccoons are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a raccoon as a pet in DC.

Are Coyotes Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet coyotes are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a coyote as a pet in DC.

Are Coydogs Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet coydogs are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a coydog as a pet in DC.

Are Lynx Legal in Washington, DC?

No, pet lynx are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a Lynx as a pet in DC.

Are Bobcats Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet bobcats are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a bobcat as a pet in DC.

Are Wolf Dogs Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet wolfdogs are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a wolfdog as a pet in DC.

Are Servals Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet servals are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a serval as a pet in DC.

Are Savannah Cats Legal In Washington, DC?

Yes, pet Savannah cats are not legal in Washington, DC. You can keep a Savannah cat as a pet in DC.

Are Asian Leopard Cats Legal in Washington, DC?

No, pet Asian leopard cats are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep an Asian leopard cat as a pet in DC.

Are Bengal Cats Legal In Washington, DC?

Yes, Bengal cats are legal in Washington, DC. You can keep a Bengal cat as a pet in DC.

Are Skunks Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet skunks are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a skunk as a pet in DC.

Are Opossums Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet opossums are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep an opossum as a pet in DC.

Are Bats Legal In Washington, DC?

No, pet bats are not legal in Washington, DC. You cannot keep a bat as a pet in DC.

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