Curious about what exotic pets are legal in Nevada? 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 Nevada
Here are the actual laws exotic pet laws for the state of Nevada. 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 Nevada?
No. No species of pet fox is legal in Nevada. For more information on individual species, please read below.
Are Arctic Foxes Legal In Nevada?
No, pet arctic foxes are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep an arctic fox as a pet in Nevada.
Are Red Foxes Legal In Nevada?
No, pet red foxes are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep a red fox as a pet in Nevada.
Are Fennec Foxes Legal In Nevada?
No, pet fennec foxes are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep a fennec fox as a pet in Nevada.
Are Pale Foxes Legal In Nevada?
No, pet pale foxes are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep a pale fox as a pet in Nevada.
Are Gray Foxes Legal In Nevada?
No, pet gray foxes are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep a gray fox as a pet in Nevada.
Are Tanuki’s/Raccoon Dogs Legal In Nevada?
No, pet raccoon dogs/tanukis are not legal in Nevada, or an any other state. Read more information on why raccoon dogs are illegal everywhere here.
Are Mink Legal in Nevada?
Yes, pet mink are legal in Nevada. You do not need a permit to keep a mink as a pet in Nevada.
Are Raccoons Legal In Nevada?
No, pet raccoons are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep a raccoon as a pet in Nevada.
Are Coyotes Legal In Nevada?
No, pet coyotes are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep a coyote as a pet in Nevada.
Are Coydogs Legal In Nevada?
Yes, pet coydogs are legal in Nevada. You do not need a permit to keep a coydog as a pet in Nevada as a whole, but you may need a permit depending on the county you live in.
Are Lynx Legal in Nevada?
Yes, pet lynx are legal in Nevada as long as they are from a USDA licensed breeder and you have all the necessary permits. To keep a lynx as a pet in Nevada, you will need an import permit (if you are bringing it in from out of state) and you will need to get a permit from your local county (and possibly city) government.
Are Bobcats Legal In Nevada?
No, pet bobcats are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep a bobcat as a pet in Nevada.
Are Wolfdogs Legal In Nevada?
Yes, pet wolfdogs are legal in Nevada. You do not need a permit to keep a wolfdog as a pet in Nevada, but your county and/or city may have restrictions.
Are Servals Legal In Nevada?
Yes, pet servals are legal in Nevada as long as they are from a USDA licensed breeder and you have all of the necessary permits. To keep a serval as a pet in Nevada, you will need an import permit (if you are bringing it in from out of state) and you will need to get a permit from your local county (and possibly city) government.
Are Savannah Cats Legal In Nevada?
Yes, pet Savannah cats are not legal in Nevada. You do not need a permit to keep a Savannah cat as a pet in Nevada, but some counties or states may have restrictions.
Are Asian Leopard Cats Legal in Nevada?
Yes, pet Asian leopard cats are legal in Nevada as long as they are from a USDA licensed breeder and you have all the necessary permits. To keep an Asian leopard cat as a pet in Nevada, you will need an import permit (if you are bringing it in from out of state) and you will need to get a permit from your local county (and possibly city) government.
Are Bengal Cats Legal In Nevada?
Yes, Bengal cats are legal in Nevada. You do not need a permit to keep a Bengal cat as a pet in Nevada, but some counties or cities may have restrictions.
Are Skunks Legal In State?
No, pet skunks are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep a skunk as a pet in Nevada.
Are Opossums Legal In Nevada?
Yes , pet opossums are legal in Nevada as long as they are from a USDA licensed breeder and you have all the necessary permits. To keep an opossum as a pet in Nevada, you will need an import permit (if you are bringing it in from out of state) and you will need to get a permit from your local county (and possibly city) government.
Are Bats Legal In Nevada?
No, pet bats are not legal in Nevada. You cannot keep a bat as a pet in Nevada.
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