Curious about what exotic pets are legal in Idaho? 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 Idaho
Here are the actual laws exotic pet laws for the state of Idaho. 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 spoken on the phone with both Idaho’s game and agriculture departments for needed clarification.
Laws Regarding Deleterious Wild Animal Possession
Laws regarding raccoon, native fox, and skunk ownership in Idaho
Are Pet Foxes Legal In Idaho?
Some species of pet fox are legal in Idaho. For more information on individual species of pet fox that are legal in Idaho, please read below.
Are Arctic Foxes Legal In Idaho?
Yes, pet arctic foxes are legal in Idaho. You can keep an arctic fox as a pet in Idaho so long as you have a Deleterious Exotics Possession Permit from the Idaho State Department of Agriculture. These permits are issued on a case by case basis and, in order to obtain one, you must prove you have significant knowledge of species health and handling and proof of appropriate containment facilities.
Deleterious Exotics Possession Permits have specific requirements and more information can be found here.
Are Red Foxes Legal In Idaho?
No, pet red foxes are not legal in Idaho. You cannot keep a red fox as a pet in Idaho.
Are Fennec Foxes Legal In Idaho?
Yes, pet fennec foxes are legal in Idaho. You can keep a fennec fox as a pet in Idaho so long as you have a Deleterious Exotics Possession Permit from the Idaho State Department of Agriculture. These permits are issued on a case by case basis and, in order to obtain one, you must prove you have significant knowledge of species health and handling and proof of appropriate containment facilities.
Deleterious Exotics Possession Permits have specific requirements and more information can be found here.
Are Pale Foxes Legal In Idaho?
Yes, pet pale foxes are legal in Idaho. You can keep a pale fox as a pet in Idaho so long as you have a Deleterious Exotics Possession Permit from the Idaho State Department of Agriculture. These permits are issued on a case by case basis and, in order to obtain one, you must prove you have significant knowledge of species health and handling and proof of appropriate containment facilities.
Deleterious Exotics Possession Permits have specific requirements and more information can be found here.
Are Gray Foxes Legal In Idaho?
No, pet gray foxes are not legal in Idaho. You cannot keep a gray fox as a pet in Idaho.
Are Tanuki's/Raccoon Dogs Legal In Idaho?
No, pet raccoon dogs/tanukis are not legal in Idaho, or an any other state. Read more information on why raccoon dogs are illegal everywhere here.
Are Mink Legal in Idaho?
Pet mink are legal in Idaho on a case by case basis, so long as they are bred in captivity. If you are interested in keeping a mink as a pet in Idaho, please reach out to the Idaho State Department of Agriculture at (208) 332-8500 or info@isda.idaho.gov.
Are Raccoons Legal In Idaho?
No, pet raccoons are not legal in Idaho. You cannot keep a raccoon as a pet in Idaho.
Are Coyotes Legal In Idaho?
Pet coyotes are legal in Idaho on a case by case basis. If you are interested in keeping a coyote as a pet in Idaho, please reach out to the Wildlife Department at Idaho Fish and Game. They can be reached at (208) 334-2920.
Are Coydogs Legal In Idaho?
Yes, pet coydogs are legal in Idaho. You do not need a permit to keep a coydog as a pet in Idaho.
Are Lynx Legal in Idaho?
No, pet lynx are not legal in Idaho. You cannot keep a Lynx as a pet in Idaho.
Are Bobcats Legal In Idaho?
No, pet bobcats are not legal in Idaho. You cannot keep a bobcat as a pet in Idaho.
Are Wolfdogs Legal In Idaho?
Yes, pet wolfdogs are legal in Idaho. You do not need a permit to keep a wolfdog as a pet in Idaho.
Are Servals Legal In Idaho?
Yes, pet servals are legal in Idaho. You can keep a serval as a pet in Idaho so long as you have a Deleterious Exotics Possession Permit from the Idaho State Department of Agriculture.
These permits are issued on a case by case basis and, in order to obtain one, you must prove you have significant knowledge of species health and handling and proof of appropriate containment facilities.
Deleterious Exotics Possession Permits have specific requirements and more information can be found here.
Are Savannah Cats Legal In Idaho?
Yes, pet Savannah cats are legal in Idaho. You do not need a permit to keep a Savannah cat as a pet in Idaho.
Are Asian Leopard Cats Legal in Idaho?
Yes, pet Asian leopard cats are legal in Idaho. You can keep an Asian leopard cat as a pet in Idaho so long as you have a Deleterious Exotics Possession Permit from the Idaho State Department of Agriculture.
These permits are issued on a case by case basis and, in order to obtain one, you must prove you have significant knowledge of species health and handling and proof of appropriate containment facilities.
Deleterious Exotics Possession Permits have specific requirements and more information can be found here.
Are Bengal Cats Legal In Idaho?
Yes, Bengal cats are legal in Idaho. You can keep a Bengal cat as a pet in Idaho without a permit.
Are Skunks Legal In Idaho?
No, pet skunks are not legal in Idaho. You cannot keep a skunk as a pet in Idaho.
Are Opossums Legal In Idaho?
Pet opossums are legal in Idaho on a case by case basis. If you are interested in keeping an opossum as a pet in Idaho, please reach out to the Wildlife Department at Idaho Fish and Game. They can be reached at (208) 334-2920.
Are Bats Legal In Idaho?
No, pet bats are not legal in state. You cannot keep a bat as a pet in Idaho.
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