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ALABAMA:  AGFC does not have any regulations on hybrid dogs or cats at this time.

Louise Robinson
Enforcement Division

Kim Cartwright   [info @ agfc.state.ar.us]
Information Officer
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
64 N Union St.
Montgomery, AL 36104

Email: COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE [dcnr.commissioner @ dcnr.alabama.gov]
(334) 242-3486

ALABAMA REGULATIONS RELATING TO GAME, FISH AND FUR-BEARING  ANIMALS
http://www.outdooralabama.com

CODE OF ALABAMA (Alabama Legislature)
http://www.legislature.state.al.us/CodeofAlabama/1975/coatoc.htm

5/8/08

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ALASKA:  Hybrids are illegal to own unless grandfathered prior to Jan. 23, 2002, AND it is spayed/neutered, licensed with local officials, rabies vaccinated, registered with an approved registry, and microchipped.

Alaska Department of Fish & Game
P.O. Box 115526
1255 W. 8th Street
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
Phone: 907-465-4100
Fax: 907-465-2332
TTY: 800-478-3648 or
907-465-3646

ALASKA STATE LEGISLATURE
Legislative Information Office
State Capitol - Terry Miller Building, Suite 111
Juneau, Alaska 99801-1182
Phone: 907-465-4648

Alaska Department of Fish and Wildlife
Import/Export office: 907-271-6198

ALASKA ADMIN. CODE tit. 5. §92.029; ALASKA STAT. §16.05.940

5 AAC 92.029. PERMIT FOR POSSESSING LIVE GAME.

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, or in AS 16, no person may possess, import, release, export, or assist in importing, releasing, or exporting, live game, unless the person holds a possession permit issued by the department.

(b) The following species, not including a hybrid of a game animal and a species listed in this subsection, may be possessed, imported, exported, bought, sold, or traded without a permit from the department but may not be released into the wild:

Common Name             Scientific Name

           Dog                      Canis familiarus
           Cat                       Felis catus

....

(c) The department may not issue a permit for the capture, possession, import, or export of any game animal, including a hybrid of a game animal and a species listed in (b) of this section, for use as a pet.

(d) Under this section, and in accordance with the definition of "game" in AS 16.05.940 (which includes feral domestic animals), a

....

(e) Any of the above species of bird, mammal, or reptile that is endangered may not be held in private ownership without a permit from the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.

....

"Under 5 AAC 92.029 Permit For Possessing Live Game (a) No person may possess, import, release or export, or assist in importing, releasing, or exporting, live game, unless the person holds a possession permit issued by the department." "(c) The department (of Fish and Game) may not issue a permit for the capture, possession, import or export of any game animal, including a hybrid of a game animal and a species listed in subsection (b) for use as a pet."
"The statutory definition of "game" (AS 16.05.940) includes wolves."

5 AAC 92.030. POSSESSION OF WOLF HYBRID PROHIBITED.

(a) It is unlawful, without a permit issued by the department, for a person to possess, transport, sell, advertise or otherwise offer for sale, purchase, or offer to purchase a wolf hybrid.

(b) It is an affirmative defense to a prosecution for illegal possession of a wolf hybrid under this section that

1. the person possessed the wolf hybrid as a pet before January 23, 2002;
2. by July 1, 2002, the wolf hybrid is
1. registered with a national registry, approved by the department, by the implantation of a microchip; and
2. properly spayed or neutered;
3. the owner of the wolf hybrid has current and accurate licensing, vaccination, including rabies vaccination, and spay/neuter records, and has made the records available for inspection by animal control officers and other enforcement officers;
4. beginning January 23, 2002, the wolf hybrid has not been transferred to any person, other than an immediate family member of the person who owned the wolf hybrid on January 23, 2002; and
5. if the wolf hybrid has bitten a person, the wolf hybrid is immediately surrendered to the local authorities for any action determined appropriate by the authorities.

(c) For purposes of this section,

1. "immediate family member" has the meaning given in AS 39.52.960;
2. "wolf hybrid" includes
1. the offspring from a mating of a wolf or wolf hybrid with a dog or another wolf hybrid; and
2. an animal represented to be a wolf or part wolf by any name or description.

5/8/08

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ARKANSAS: No provisions for hybrid cats.

Wolves and Wolf hybrids are regulated. 

20-19-402. Definition.
As used in this subchapter, “wolf-dog hybrid” means any animal which is publicly acknowledged by its owner as being the offspring of a wolf and domestic dog. No animal may be judged to be a wolf or wolf-dog hybrid based strictly on its appearance.
History. Acts 2001, No. 1768, § 2.
http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/NXT/gateway.dll?
f=templates&fn=default.htm&vid=blr:code

20-19-403. Records.
(a) Owners of wolves and wolf-dog hybrids shall maintain all health records of each wolf and wolf-dog hybrid, including health certificates, records of immunization, and any other documentary evidence pertaining to the health and welfare of the animal.
(b) The owner shall maintain records of acquisitions and disposals of wolf-dog hybrids, including the name and address of the person with whom a transaction is conducted, with entries being made on the day of the transaction.
(c) Records shall be available for inspection by law enforcement personnel at reasonable hours.
History. Acts 2001, No. 1768, § 3.
http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/NXT/gateway.dll?
f=templates&fn=default.htm&vid=blr:code

20-19-404. Confinement — Care — Inspections.
(a) Wolves and wolf-dog hybrids shall be provided adequate confinement and adequate feeding.
(b) Adequate confinement shall include at least:
      (1) A brick, concrete, or chain-link enclosure surrounded by two (2) layers of fencing as follows:
            (A) For a single animal:
                   (i) Either an inner chain-link fence a minimum of fifteen feet by eight feet by ten feet (15¢ x 8¢ x 10¢) or an electric fence that prevents climbing over, and either extending two feet (2¢) underground or employing some other means that prevents digging under; and
                   (ii) An outer fence eight feet (8¢) high with at least four feet (4¢) between the two (2) fences unless the inner fence is an electric fence posted with warning signs and the gate is locked at all times;
           (B) For a pair, double the cage length for a single animal; or
           (C) For more than two (2) animals, add ten feet (10¢) to the single animal length and width for each additional animal;
      (2) A secluded den four feet (4¢) square for each animal; and
      (3) No more than four (4) total of wolves or wolf-dog hybrids, or both, per acre.
(c) Adequate confinement shall not include tethering of a wolf or wolf-dog hybrid not under the direct supervision and control of the owner or custodian.
(d) (1) Adequate feeding shall include daily feedings and provisions of water.
      (2) The feed used shall consist of a minimum meat-based protein content of twenty-five percent (25%) and crude fat of fifteen percent (15%), with exceptions for geriatric and overweight animals or under the advice of a licensed veterinarian.
(e) Owners and custodians of wolves and wolf-dog hybrids shall allow inspections by law enforcement personnel at reasonable hours to ensure adequate confinement and adequate feeding.
(f) This section applies only to owners of four (4) or more adult wolf-dog hybrids or wolves, animals one (1) year of age or older.
History. Acts 2001, No. 1768, § 4.
http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/NXT/gateway.dll?
f=templates&fn=default.htm&vid=blr:code

20-19-406. Vaccination.
(a) Wolves and wolf-dog hybrids are required to be vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian with a vaccine approved for dog use, and a rabies certificate may be issued.
(b) Veterinarians shall inform the owner of the wolf or wolf-dog hybrid, preferably in writing, that the vaccination is considered “off label” and that protection against rabies is not guaranteed.
(c) If a wolf or wolf-dog hybrid bites a person, the following criteria shall be used by an official of the Division of Health of the Department of Health and Human Services in dealing with the animal:
(1) The decision shall consider, at least:
(A) The epidemiology and risk of rabies in the species of animal in question;
(B) Possible prior exposure to a rabies vector;
(C) Behavior of the animal at the time of the bite;
(D) Prior rabies vaccinations; and
(E) Other circumstances that may exist;
(2) In some situations, the division shall consider the initiative and willingness of the individual so exposed to submit to postexposure antirabies immunization after being adequately informed of all potential risks;
(3) Upon written order by the Director of the Division of Health of the Department of Health and Human Services or a specifically designated representative, any biting animal determined to be at significant risk for the transmission of rabies shall be humanely killed and the brain tissue submitted for testing; and
(4) The division has the authority to order the quarantine of an animal determined to be a very low risk for the transmission of rabies for a thirty-day observation period as an alternate method to euthanasia and testing.
(d) Owners shall be notified and given three (3) business days to provide proof to the division in their animal's defense before the animal can be euthanized.
(e) If in the future the United States Department of Agriculture approves the use of rabies vaccines in wolves or wolf-dog hybrids, or both, then wolves and wolf-dog hybrids will fall under the same regulations as dogs regarding biting humans and rabies control.
History. Acts 2001, No. 1768, § 6.
http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/NXT/gateway.dll?
f=templates&fn=default.htm&vid=blr:code

20-19-407. Penalties.
(a) If a wolf or wolf-dog hybrid bites a person or injures or destroys another animal while out of its confined area, the person responsible for the adequate confinement of the animal upon conviction shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
(b) If a wolf or wolf-dog hybrid is not adequately confined or fed, the person responsible for adequate confinement or adequate feeding of the animal, or both adequate feeding and adequate confinement upon conviction shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
(c) A person who abandons or releases a wolf or wolf-dog hybrid into the wild upon conviction shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
History. Acts 2001, No. 1768, § 7.
http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/NXT/gateway.dll?
f=templates&fn=default.htm&vid=blr:code

5/14/08

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ARIZONA:  No provisions for hybrid cats or wolves are made. 

ARIZONA GAME AND FISH
Main Office - Phoenix Arizona Game and Fish Department
5000 W. Carefree Highway
Phoenix, AZ 85086-5000
602-942-3000

ARIZONA STATE LEGISLATURE
Arizona State Senate
Capitol Complex
1700 West Washington
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2890
Info Desk:  (602) 926-3559
FAX:  (602) 926-3429
Toll Free:  1-800-352-8404

Arizona Revised Statutes (All)
Arizona Revised Statutes: Game and Fish: Title 17
Arizona Revised Statutes: Agriculture: Title 3

Arizona Game and Fish
Laws and Rules
ARTICLE 4. LIVE WILDLIFE
R12-4-401. Live Wildlife Definitions
16. ‘‘Hybrid wildlife’’ means an offspring from two
different wildlife species or genera. Offspring
from a wildlife species and a domestic animal
species are not considered to be wildlife.

5/7/08

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CALIFORNIA:  

Section 671(c)(2)(K), Title 14, of the California Code of Regulations http://www.dfg.ca.gov/licensing/pdffiles/fg1518.pdf (page 8)

The offspring of a restricted cat and domestic cat are not restricted.

Wolves and first generation hybrids are restricted from possession.

Title 14: §2189. Importation of Nonnative Wild Animals; Regulations
(a) As used in this section “nonnative wild animal” means
any nonnative animal species, or hybrid thereof, that is not
normally domesticated pursuant to this code or regulations
adopted pursuant thereto and that is not designated as a
furbearing, game, nongame, threatened, or endangered animal.

§671. Importation, Transportation and Possession of Live Restricted Animals.
(a) It shall be unlawful to import, transport, or possess
alive animals restricted in subsection (c) below except under
permit issued by the Department of Fish and Game.
(c) Restricted species include:
     1. Family Felidae-All species (W), except:
         a. Acinonyx jubatus (cheetahs) (D).
         b. Domestic cats and hybrids of domestic cats are not restricted.
     2. Family Canidae - All species (W).
         a. Wolf hybrids ( Canis familiaris (domestic dog) x Canis lupus (wolf)).
             (i) Any F1 (first) generation wolf hybrid whelped on or before February 4, 1988 may be possessed under permit from the department.
             (ii) No state permit is required to possess the progeny of F1 generation wolf hybrids, but cities and counties may prohibit possession or require a permit.
        b. Domesticated dogs are not restricted.

Department of Fish & Game
License and Revenue Branch
1740 North Market Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95834
lrb @ dfg.ca.gov

5/14/08

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COLORADO

No regulation on hybrids found in the statutes. However, there was a study mandated and performed addressing the necessity of regulating hybrid dogs and cats. Additional information is needed.

COLORADO REVISED STATUTES

TITLE 35 AGRICULTURE

PET ANIMAL CARE

ARTICLE 80 PET ANIMAL CARE AND FACILITIES ACT

35-80-102. Definitions. (8) "Feline hobby breeder facility" means any facility that produces or transfers no more than twenty-four cats per year or breeds no more than three litters per year.

35-81-101. Legislative declaration.  Mandating study regarding necessity of regulating hybrid cats and wolves. 
35-81-102. Study of hybrid animals.  Conclusion: hybrids are dangerous and need to be regulated.

5/6/08

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CONNECTICUTT

Summary:  No hybrids other than Bengals registered with an international cat registry and who were registered with the Commissioner of Agriculture on or before October 1, 1996 are allowed.

http://www.cga.ct.gov/2007/pub/Chap490.htm#Sec26-40a.htm

Sec. 26-40a. Possession of potentially dangerous animal. Bill for costs of confiscation. Civil penalty.
For the purposes of this section, the following wildlife, or any hybrid thereof, shall be considered as potentially dangerous animals: The felidae, including, but not limited to, the lion, leopard, cheetah, jaguar, ocelot, jaguarundi cat, puma, lynx and bobcat; the canidae, including, but not limited to, the wolf and coyote; and the ursidae, including, but not limited to, the black bear, grizzly bear and brown bear. No person shall possess a potentially dangerous animal. Any such animal illegally possessed may be ordered seized and may be disposed of as determined by the Commissioner of Environmental Protection. The Department of Environmental Protection shall issue a bill to the owner or person in illegal possession of such potentially dangerous animal for all costs of seizure, care, maintenance and disposal of such animal. Additionally, any person who violates any provision of this section shall be assessed a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars, to be fixed by the court, for each offense. Each violation shall be a separate and distinct offense and in the case of a continuing violation, each day's continuance thereof shall be deemed to be a separate and distinct offense. The Commissioner of Environmental Protection may request the Attorney General to institute an action in Superior Court to recover such penalty and any amounts owed pursuant to a bill issued in accordance with this section. The provisions of this section shall not apply to municipal parks, zoos and nature centers, or museums, laboratories and research facilities maintained by scientific or educational institutions; to a person possessing a Bengal cat certified by an internationally recognized multiple-cat domestic feline breeding association as being without wild parentage for a minimum of four prior generations which cat was registered with the Commissioner of Agriculture on or before October 1, 1996, provided no such cat may be imported into this state after June 6, 1996; or to persons possessing animals legally on or before May 23, 1983. In any action taken by any official of the state or any municipality to control rabies, a Bengal cat shall be considered not vaccinated for rabies in accordance with accepted veterinary practice.

7/3/08

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DELAWARE: 

Permit required for hybrids.  Special containment requirements apply to "dangerous dogs." 

§ 7201. Possession; permit required.

No person shall bring into this State, possess, sell or exhibit any live wild mammal or hybrid of a wild mammal or live reptile not native to or generally found in Delaware without first securing a permit under this chapter. The Department of Agriculture may adopt regulations to exempt such mammals and reptiles that do not represent a significant threat to community interests from the provisions of this chapter. Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, except for medical or psychological research or for display in any licensed zoological park or traveling circus, no person shall bring into this State, possess, sell or exhibit any poisonous snake not native to or generally found in Delaware where the venom of such snake poses a risk of serious injury or death to a human, and no permit for the same shall be issued by the Department of Agriculture. (3 Del. C. 1953, § 7201; 57 Del. Laws, c. 553; 69 Del. Laws, c. 84, § 1; 72 Del. Laws, c. 285, § 1.)

§ 8205. Prohibition of vaccination of certain animals for rabies.

(a) No licensed veterinarian or other person may vaccinate a wild animal, wild animal hybrid or other animal with a rabies vaccine not intended for use in that animal, except when specifically approved by the Department of Agriculture.
(b) Anyone violating this section shall be fined not less than $50 nor more than $250. (66 Del. Laws, c. 247, § 1; 68 Del. Laws, c. 285, § 2; 75 Del. Laws, c. 326, § 1.)

5/8/08

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FLORIDA:  

Florida does not regulate hybrid cats, meaning, wild X domestic crosses.  Any hybrid that is Wild X Wild cross is considered wild and we will regulate.

Florida does regulate the Wolf X Dog crosses if the Dog genetics are 25% or less.

CHAPTER 68A-6
WILDLIFE AS PERSONAL PETS
http://myfwc.com/codebook/2006/68A_Freshwater_Fish_and_Wildlife.pdf

https://www.flrules.org/Default.asp
Florida Statutes 372.921 and 372.922 and F.A.C. 68A-6.

Ask FWC [myfwc @ mailnj.custhelp.com]

5/16/08

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GEORGIA: 

8/11/08

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HAWAII: 

Hawaii Administrative Rules chapter 4-71, "Non-Domestic Animal Import Rules", the Board of Agriculture maintains the following list of non-domestic animals:

List of Prohibited Animals
List of Restricted Animals (Part A and Part B)
List of Conditionally Approved Animals

Animals found on the List of Prohibited Animals are prohibited from entry into the State.  Any cat or dog hybrid whereby one or both parents are prohibited or restricted and crossed with a domestic cat or dog are prohibited under HAR section 4-71-6.   The detailed lists and HAR chapter 4-71, are at "http://hawaii.gov/hdoa" and click on the menu bar, "Admin Rules" to select the various .pdf under Chapter "71".  

Domingo Cravalho, Jr.
Inspection and Compliance Section Chief
Hawaii Department of Agriculture
Plant Quarantine Branch
1849 Auiki Street
Honolulu, HI  96819
PH: (808) 832-0580
FX: (808) 832-0584
e-mail: Domingo.Cravalho @ hawaii.gov

5/14/08

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IOWA: 

3)  A member of the family felidae of the order carnivora, including but not limited to lions, tigers, cougars, leopards, cheetahs, ocelots, and servals.  However, a dangerous wild animal does not include a domestic cat.

http://coolice.legis.state.ia.us/Cool-ICE/default.asp?Category=billinfo&Service=IowaCode&input=717F

8/30/08

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IDAHO: 

TITLE 25 ANIMALS CHAPTER 39
IMPORTATION OR POSSESSION OF DELETERIOUS EXOTIC ANIMALS

25-3901. DECLARATION OF POLICY AND STATEMENT OF LEGISLATIVE INTENT.
The Idaho legislature finds and declares that the agriculture industry, wildlife of the state, and the environment are all important components of Idaho's economy, and that it is in the public interest to strictly regulate the importation or possession of deleterious exotic animals up to and including prohibition of the importation or possession of such animals.

http://www3.state.id.us/idstat/TOC/25039KTOC.html

BOISE, IDAHO

5-9-9:     KEEPING OF FERAL ANIMALS:

(A)     DEFINITIONS:

     (1)     "Wild Animal" means the following animals, irrespective of their actual or asserted temperament or domestication:

          (c)     Cheetahs, cougars, leopards, lions, lynx, panthers, mountain lions, tigers, wildcats, bobcats and pumas.

          (d)     Wolves, foxes, and coyotes.

          (l)     Any other animal of a species that is considered wild in its native habitat and which is venomous, fetid or which in its native habitat presents a significant risk of bodily harm or death to humans.

     (2)     "Wild animal hybrid" or "hybrid" means an animal which is a first generation product of the breeding of :

          (a)     A wild animal with an animal that is not wild, including but not limited to wolf/dog hybrids.

          (b)     A wild animal with an animal of a different species, variety or breed.

(B)     Except as otherwise expressly allowed under subsection (C) hereof, it shall be unlawful for any person to sell, offer for sale, purchase, barter, keep, own, harbor, or transport any wild animal or hybrid as defined in Section 5-9-9 (A) above.

http://www.cityofboise.org/Departments/City_Clerk/PDF/
CityCode/Title6/0607.pdf

5/14/08

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ILLINOIS: 

WILDLIFE
(520 ILCS 5/) Wildlife Code
http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=1944&ChapAct=720%26nbsp%3
BILCS%26nbsp%3B585%2F&ChapterID=53&ChapterName=
CRIMINAL+OFFENSES&ActName=Illinois+Dangerous+Animals+Act%2E

Wolves (and hybrids) and lions, tigers, leopards, ocelots, jaguars, cheetahs, margays, mountain lions, lynxes, bobcats, and jaguarundis (and hybrids thereof) are illegal to possess in Illinois unless the person has authorization from the Department of Natural Resources to bring them into the State and the person has a Federal Exhibitor's permit.

Officer Jason Sherman
DNR, Lawreception     
DNR.Lawreception @ llinois.gov                                                                                                        

5/14/08

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INDIANA: 

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) does not require a permit to possess hybrid wolves. A wild animal possession permit is required to possess purebred wolves.

The Indiana DNR requires a wild animal possession permit to possess a wild cat (except feral cats), including hybrids that are F1 (1st generation) or F2 (second generation).

In Indiana, only a license from the USDA - APHIS - Animal Care Division is required to breed and sell wolves, hybrid or purebred, and hybrid cats. The Indiana DNR only requires a permit to possess one as a pet.

The laws governing the wild animal possession permit issued by the DNR can be found in Indiana Code 14-22-26 and Indiana Administrative Code at
312 IAC 9-11. These can be found on-line at:
http://www.in.gov/legislative/ic/code/title14/ar22/ch26.html and
http://www.in.gov/legislative/iac/iac_title?iact=312 (click on Article 9 for Fish and Wildlife). There are specific housing requirements.

Linnea Petercheff
Operations Staff Specialist
Division of Fish and Wildlife
402 W. Washington Street, Rm. W273
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2781
TX: (317) 233-6527
FX: (317) 232-8150

5/14/08

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KANSAS: 

KS law "Article 13.  Dangerous Regulated Animals" places limitations on the ownership and possession of six species of large cats, or any hybrid thereof, bears and non-native venomous snakes. 

Wolf hybrids are not considered "wolves", "Possession of certain wildlife," regulation 115-20-4 requires the "Special Wildlife Possession" permit through Dept. of Wildlife & Parks.  Wolf hybrids are considered domestic dogs.

Small domestic hybrid cats are not considered "Dangerous Regulated Animals."

Marilyn Alberg
KS Dept. of Wildlife & Parks
L.E. Division
512 SE 25th Ave.
Pratt, KS 67124
(620)672-0707
marilyna @ wp.state.ks.us

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KENTUCKY: 

No regulations concerning hybrid wolves or cats found.

301 KAR 2:081. Transportation and holding of native wildlife.
http://fw.ky.gov/transexoticinfo.asp?lid=1371&NavPath=C100C469C474
http://www.lrc.ky.gov/kar/301/002/082.htm

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LOUISIANA: 

Title 76
WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES
Part V. Wild Quadrupeds and Wild Birds
Chapter 1. Wild Quadrupeds
§115. Possession of Potentially Dangerous Wild Quadrupeds and Non-Human Primates

A. This Commission finds that possession of certain potentially dangerous quadrupeds and non-human primates poses significant hazards to public safety and health, is detrimental to the welfare of the animals, and may have negative impacts on conservation and recovery of some threatened and endangered species.

C. 1. Except as provided herein, it shall be unlawful to import into, possess, purchase or sell within the State of Louisiana, by any means whatsoever including but not limited to transactions conducted via the internet, any of the following species or its subspecies of live wild quadrupeds or non-human primates, domesticated or otherwise (hereinafter “listed animals”):

a. Cougar or mountain lion (Felis concolor)
b. Black bear (Ursus americanus)
c. Grizzly bear (Ursus arctos)
d. Polar bear (Ursus maritimus)
e. Red wolf (Canis rufus)
f. Gray wolf (Canis lupus)
g. Wolf dog hybrid (Canis lupus or Canis rufus x Canis familiarus)
h. All non-human primates

2. Valid game breeder license holders for these species listed Subparagraph a-f above legally possessed prior to October 1, 1988, will be "grandfathered" and renewed annually until existing captive animals expire, or are legally transferred out of state, or are transferred to a suitable facility. No additional listed animals may be acquired.

3. The prohibition against wolf-dog hybrids expired January 1, 1997. Persons are cautioned that local ordinances or other state regulations may prohibit possession of these animals. Any animal which appears indistinguishable from a wolf, or is in any way represented to be a wolf shall be considered to be a wolf in the absence of bona fide documentation to the contrary.

4. The following organizations and entities shall be exempt from this regulation, including permitting:

a. Zoos accredited or certified by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA);
b. Research facilities as defined in the Animal Welfare Act as found in the United States Code Title 7, Chapter 54, §2132(e), including but not limited to
the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Primate Center, the Tulane National Primate Research Center, and Chimp Haven, Inc., located in Shreveport, LA; and
c. Any person transporting any listed animal through the State if the transit time is not more than 24 hours and the animal is at all times maintained within a confinement sufficient to prevent escape and contact with the public.

5. The following organizations and entities may be exempted from this regulation after applying for and receiving a permit from the Department to possess any listed animal under the following conditions:

a. Other zoos and educational institutions not covered under Subparagraph 4.c. above. The Secretary shall determine whether to issue a permit and any conditions for the permit on a case by case basis.
b. Animal Sanctuaries accredited or certified by AZA. Permitted Sanctuaries are prohibited from breeding or selling any listed animal. The animals must be housed in such a manner as to prevent public contact. Permitted sanctuaries are prohibited from transporting these animals to any public building or place where they may come into contact with the public including, but not limited to schools, hospitals or malls is prohibited.

8/18/08

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MASSACHUSETTS: 

Summary:  Possession of feline and canine hybrids are restricted to research, educational use, and several other legitimate purposes.  Permits required.

321 CMR 2.12
(3) Licenses. Unless otherwise provided by law, it is unlawful for any person to possess, maintain, propagate or cultivate, sell or offer to sell any animal without having a valid license issued to them by the Director.

Chapter 131: Section 77A. Wild canid and felid hybrids
Section 77A. No person shall possess, sell, trade, breed, import, export or release a wild canid hybrid or wild felid hybrid, except as otherwise provided by rules and regulations of the division. Any mammal which is the offspring of the reproduction between any species of wild canid or hybrid wild canid and a domestic dog or hybrid wild canid, or is represented by its owner to be a wolf hybrid, coyote hybrid, coy dog or any other kind of wild canid hybrid, or which is the offspring of the reproduction between any species of wild felid or hybrid wild felid and a domestic cat or hybrid wild felid or is represented by its owner to be a wild felid hybrid. All mammals shall be considered to be wild mammals and subject to the provisions of this chapter.

The provisions of this act shall not apply to an owner or other person possessing any such animal as of January first, nineteen hundred and ninety-four who has received a permit from the director; provided, however, that such permit has been acquired on or before July thirty-first, nineteen hundred and ninety-four. Such owner or other person shall be subject to the rules and regulations promulgated by the division. Such rules and regulations may include, but shall not be limited to, provisions for the housing of such animals.

The provisions of this section shall not apply to an owner or person possessing a domesticated show or pet cat registered with a nationally or internationally recognized breeding association or registry which certifies the pedigree and registration of such cat to be without any wild felid parentage for a minimum of three generations.

(2) Definitions. For the purposes of 321 CMR 2.12, the following words have the following meanings:

Animals means any undomesticated bird, mammal, reptile or amphibian, that is not the product of hybridization with a domestic form and not otherwise contained in the exemption list found at 321 CMR 9.01. Class 4 - Class 8 Licenses means respectively licenses issued under authority of clauses 4 through 8, M.G.L. c. 131, § 23.

(1) Definitions: For the purposes of 321 CMR 9.02, the following words or phrases shall have the following meanings.

Domestic Animals means only those animals listed in 321 CMR 9.02(3), except as provided in 321 CMR 9.02(2)(d).

(2) Exemptions, presumption, etc.

(a) Domestic animals as listed in 321 CMR 9.02(3) shall be exempt from the provisions of M.G.L. c. 131, § 23, and may be possessed, propagated, maintained, imported, bought, sold, or otherwise disposed of, provided that such is not contrary to any local, state, or federal law.

(e) Hybrids between or among wild mammals and domestic mammals, except for wild canid and wild felid hybrids, shall be considered domestic animals. Wild canid and wild felid hybrids shall be subject to the provisions of M.G.L. c. 131, § 77A.

http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/wildlife/living/keeping_wildlife.htm
http://www.mass.gov/legis/laws/mgl/131-77a.htm

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MARYLAND: 

b) A person may not import into the State, offer for sale, trade, barter, possess, breed, or exchange a live:

(3) member of the cat family other than the domestic cat;
(4) hybrid of a member of the cat family and a domestic cat if the hybrid weighs over 30 pounds;
(5) member of the dog family other than the domestic dog;
(6) hybrid of a member of the dog family and a domestic dog;

http://mlis.state.md.us/asp/web_statutes.asp?gcr&10-621

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MAINE: 

No provisions for hybrid cats found.

Rabies vaccinations required for all cats over the age of 3 months.

Wolf hybrids must be licensed, rabies vaccintated, and perament ID (microchip or tatoo).  Special cage requirements for breeding wolf hybrids.  No restrictions listed for filial generations.

Title 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS

Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE HEADING

Chapter 720: RABIES PREVENTION AND SHELTER PROVISIONS

1. Required for cats.  Except as provided in subsection 4, an owner or keeper of a cat over 3 months of age must have that cat vaccinated against rabies. Rabies vaccine must be administered by a licensed veterinarian or under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Upon receiving an initial vaccination, a cat is considered protected for one year and an owner or keeper of that cat must get a booster vaccination for that cat one year after the initial vaccination and subsequent booster vaccinations at intervals that do not exceed the intervals recommended by a national association of state public health veterinarians for the type of vaccine administered.

[ 1997, c. 704, §3 (AMD) .]
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/7/title7sec3916.html

7 §3921-A. Permanent identification of wolf hybrids

The commissioner shall adopt rules to establish methods of identifying wolf hybrids through tattooing, the placement of a microchip under the animal's skin or any other method determined by the commissioner as adequately providing a permanent means of identification on the body of the animal. Rules adopted pursuant to this section are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II-A. A person may not own or keep a wolf hybrid unless the animal has identification in compliance with the rules adopted under this section.
[2001, c. 129, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
2001, c. 129, §2 (NEW).
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/7/title7ch721.pdf

Title 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE
Chapter 251: COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
Subchapter 5: RABIES OR HYDROPHOBIA

§1313. Procedures for the transportation, quarantine, euthanasia and testing of animals suspected of having rabies

1. Establishment of procedures.  The commissioner, in consultation with the Commissioner of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources and the Commissioner of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, shall adopt rules, in accordance with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, establishing procedures for responding to a report of an animal suspected of having rabies. The procedures must include provisions for the transportation, quarantine, euthanasia and testing of an animal suspected of having rabies and, when that animal has bitten a person, provisions for the notification of the animal control officer in the locality where the bite occurred. The procedures may differ based on the perceived public health threat determined in part by consideration of the following factors:

   A. Whether the animal is a domesticated animal for which a known effective vaccine exists and, if so, whether the animal's vaccination status can be verified; [2007, c. 133, §1 (AMD).]

   B. Whether the animal has bitten a person or exhibited other aggressive behavior; and [2007, c. 133, §1 (AMD).]

   C. Whether the animal is a wolf hybrid that has bitten or may have otherwise exposed a person or a domesticated animal to rabies. [2007, c. 133, §1 (NEW).]

[ 2007, c. 133, §1 (AMD) .]

2. Role of animal control officer; game warden.  An animal control officer appointed in accordance with Title 7, section 3947 receiving a report of an animal suspected of having rabies shall ensure that the procedures established pursuant to this section and sections 1313-A and 1313-B are carried out. If the animal is an undomesticated animal, other than a wolf hybrid, a game warden shall assist the animal control officer.

[ 2007, c. 133, §1 (AMD) .]

3. Costs associated with transportation, quarantine, testing and euthanasia.  The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife shall provide for or pay all necessary costs for transportation and euthanasia of an undomesticated animal suspected of having rabies. The owner of a domesticated animal or a wolf hybrid suspected of having rabies shall pay all costs for transportation, quarantine, euthanasia and testing of the animal. If a domesticated animal or a wolf hybrid is a stray or the owner is unknown, the municipality in which the animal was apprehended is responsible for transportation, quarantine, euthanasia and testing costs. Cost of testing animals judged by the department to have created a public health risk of rabies must be borne by the department through its General Fund appropriations.

[ 2007, c. 133, §1 (AMD) .]
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/22/title22sec1313.html

Title 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS

Part 9: ANIMAL WELFARE HEADING: PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (new)

Chapter 723: FACILITY LICENSES HEADING: PL 1987, c. 383, §3 (new); 1993, c. 657, §28 (rpr)

§3931-B. Wolf hybrid kennel

The requirements of this section apply to a wolf hybrid kennel, as defined in subsection 1. A person maintaining a wolf hybrid kennel that also is a breeding kennel as defined in section 3907, subsection 8-A is also subject to the licensing requirements in section 3931-A. [2001, c. 129, §4 (NEW).]

1. Definition.  As used in this section, unless the context otherwise indicates, "wolf hybrid kennel" means a location where one or more wolf hybrids are kept and bred.

[ 2001, c. 129, §4 (NEW) .]

2. Kennel registration required.  A person who operates a wolf hybrid kennel must register with the department on a form provided by the department. The form must include the name of the person operating the kennel, the mailing address and road or street address for the kennel and the number of wolf hybrids kept at the time of registration. The person who operates the kennel must submit with the registration form proof that each wolf hybrid has been permanently identified in accordance with section 3921-A.

[ 2001, c. 129, §4 (NEW) .]

3. Permanent identification of offspring; record of transfer.  A person operating a wolf hybrid kennel shall have the offspring of a wolf hybrid permanently identified prior to transferring ownership or care of the animal. When a wolf hybrid is sold, given away or exchanged or ownership or care of the wolf hybrid is otherwise transferred, the person operating the wolf hybrid kennel must notify the department of the transfer and provide the name and address of the person accepting transfer of the wolf hybrid.

[ 2001, c. 129, §4 (NEW) .]

4. Inspection and quarantine.  A wolf hybrid kennel is subject to inspection and quarantine in accordance with section 3936, subsection 1.

[ 2001, c. 129, §4 (NEW) .]

5. Violation.  A person who operates a wolf hybrid kennel who fails to comply with the provisions of this section commits a civil violation for which a forfeiture not to exceed $1,000 may be adjudged.

[ 2001, c. 129, §4 (NEW) .]

SECTION HISTORY

2001, c. 129, §4 (NEW).
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/7/title7sec3931-B.html

http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/

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MICHIGAN: 

The wolf/dog hybrid act (passed summer of 2000) prohibits ownership of wolf/dog hybrids in Michigan. There is an exception provided for people who legally owned such animals prior to the passing of the act, if they adhere to "grandfather clause" requirements of the act.   If you have questions regarding the wolf/dog hybrid act (act 246 of 2000), you may contact Mr. Al Rodriquez of the Michigan Department of Agriculture, Animal Industry Division at 517-373-1077 or Ms. Eileen Liska of Liska Associates at 248-887-2184.

The possession of live bobcats requires the owner to have a valid Permit to Hold Wildlife in Captivity issued by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Division. For more information regarding this permit send your name and mailing address and we will mail an application and information circular for the permit.

The possession of live lions, leopards, jaguars, tigers, cougars, panthers, or cheetahs is generally prohibited under the Large Carnivore Act, Act Number 274, Public Acts of 2000.

All other exotic cats (including servals) are generally not regulated.  However, local units of government may have ordinances against the possession of exotic cats.   A person should check with their City, Township, and/or County before possessing a live exotic cat.

Prior to importing any wild animal into the State of Michigan, a Veterinarian’s Certificate of Health from the state of origin is required.   This certificate should be obtained and kept on file by anyone importing a wild animal into Michigan.

If exhibiting, or using exotic cats for commercial purposes, a United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) permit may be required.   The contact person for this permit in Michigan is Dr. Curt Hammel (517-647-2124).

http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(51r3y0atuxysie55jdg0q445))/mileg.aspx?page=
getObject&objectName=mcl-Act-246-of-2000

Jim Janson
DNR, Wildlife Division
Permit Specialist
517-373-9329
jansonj @ michigan.gov

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MINNESOTA: 

346.155, Minnesota Statutes 2007

Subdivision 1. Definitions. (a) The definitions in this subdivision apply to this section.

...

(d) "Possess" means to own, care for, have custody of, or control.

(e) "Regulated animal" means:

(1) all members of the Felidae family including, but not limited to, lions, tigers, cougars, leopards, cheetahs, ocelots, and servals, but not including domestic cats or cats recognized as a domestic breed, registered as a domestic breed, and shown as a domestic breed by a national or international multibreed cat registry association;

....

Regulated animal includes any hybrid or cross between an animal listed in clause (1), (2), or (3) and a domestic animal and offspring from all subsequent generations of those crosses or hybrids.

Subd. 2. Possession of regulated animals.

(a) Except as provided in this section, it is unlawful for a person to possess a regulated animal.

https://www.revisor.leg.state.mn.us/statutes/?id=346.155&year=2007
&keyword_type=exact&keyword=felidae

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MISSOURI: 

Chapter 9 of the Wildlife Code addresses confined wildlife.  Hybrids of species native to MO would be included for regulation purposes.

Hybrid wolves: permit required.

http://www.sos.mo.gov/adrules/csr/current/3csr/3csr.asp
http://www.sos.mo.gov/adrules/csr/current/3csr/3c10-9.pdf

Prot-Web @ mdc.mo.gov

Ken Drenon
Ken.Drenon @ mdc.mo.gov
573/522-4115, ext 3848

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MISSISSIPPI: 

Wolves and wolf hybrids require special caging requirements and permits.

http://www.mdwfp.com/Level2/Wildlife/pdf/3523.1.pdf

5/17/08

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MONTANA: 

Hybrid cats are not restricted. 

12.6.19: Reporting and Tatooing of Bears, Wolves, Tigers, Mountain Lions, and Coyotes Captured or Held in Captivity
http://www.mtrules.org/gateway/Subchapterhome.asp?scn=12.6.19

http://data.opi.state.mt.us/bills/mca_toc/87_4_8.htm

Tim Feldner
Manager, Commercial Wildlife Permitting
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
tfeldner@mt.gov

Currently, a permit is not required, only the tattooing of anything more than half wolf.  As you may appreciate, it is next to impossible to determine the percentage of wolf a hybrid wolf is.  At the least, I expect that law to change to "anything that is part wolf" in the next legislative session.  It is also possible that possession of wolves and wolf hybrids may be more strictly controlled or completely prohibited following our next legislative session in 2009.  We now have a fairly controversial population or reintroduced wild wolves in Montana and have had incidences of livestock depredation that was traced to what has been determined to be wolves or wolf hybrids that were not wild, introduced wolves, but wolves possessed illegally without tattoo identification.  The wild wolves are having a hard enough time gaining acceptance without the blame of depradation caused by captive bred wolves.  Also, livestock killed by captive bred wolves is not covered by compensation to the rancher.

Regarding hybrid cats, not sure how to answer that.  A permit is required to possess a large cat or to breed and sell captive reared bobcat or lynx or hybrids therof.  I've attached tha license requirements, laws and regulations regarding roadside menageries, wild animal menageries, or fur farms, one of which would be required to possess large cats (or hybrids) or bobcat or lynx (or hybrids).  When it comes to servals, bengal cats, jungle cats, or some of those species, they are generally an uncontrolled species in Montana.

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NORTH CAROLINA: 

Daron K. Barnes, Permits Supervisor
NCWRC, Division of Wildlife Management
1722 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1722
Email:    daron.barnes @ ncwildlife.org
Phone:  (919) 707-0060 phone

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NORTH DAKOTA: 

36−01−08.2.

70341.0200 FIRST ENGROSSMENT
Fifty-fifth
Legislative Assembly ENGROSSED HOUSE BILL NO. 1182
of North Dakota
Introduced by
Representatives DeKrey, Delmore, Fairfield, Hanson
A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 36-01 of the North Dakota
Century Code, relating to the private ownership of primates, wolves, wolf hybrids, skunks, and
raccoons; to amend and reenact section 36-01-08.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating
to certain animals held in captivity; and to provide a penalty.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF NORTH DAKOTA:

SECTION 1. A new section to chapter 36-01 of the North Dakota Century Code is
created and enacted as follows:
Ownership of wolves, wolf hybrids, skunks, and raccoons prohibited - Exception
- Rules - Penalty. No person may keep a wolf, wolf hybrid, skunk, or raccoon in captivity. This
section does not apply to a zoo licensed by the regulatory enforcement and animal care
program of the animal and plant health inspection service of the United States department of
agriculture. A person keeping a wolf, wolf hybrid, skunk, or raccoon in captivity on August 1,
1997, may continue to keep that animal if it is neutered. The state veterinarian shall confiscate
and dispose of any animal kept in violation of this section. The board shall adopt rules
governing the keeping of primates in captivity and to implement this section. As used in this
section, "primate" does not include a human being; "wolf" means any animal of the species
canis lupus; and "wolf hybrid" means any animal that is any part wolf. A person who willfully
violates this section is guilty of a class B misdemeanor.

SECTION 2. AMENDMENT. Section 36-01-08.2 of the 1995 Supplement to the North
Dakota Century Code is amended and reenacted as follows:
36-01-08.2. Mountain lions, wolves, and wolf hybrids held in captivity -
Identification required. Any person who keeps a mountain lion, wolf, or wolf hybrid in
captivity must obtain an identification number from the board. The number must be tattooed in
indelible ink inside the ear of the animal for permanent identification purposes.
Page No. 1 70341.0200

http://www.legis.nd.gov/dtsearch/dtsearch_paging.asp?cmd=getdoc&maxSize=200000&DocId=
2784&Index=e%3a%5cdtSearch%5cUserData%5clr%2dall&HitCount=15&hits=36+37+7
8+79+87+88+ad+b3+b4+ff+100+137+138+147+148+&hc=272&req=agriculture+and+wolf+hybrid

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NEBRASKA: 

...under NE Game Law the only cats that may be possessed or owned by individuals are domestic cats (felis domesticus) so no domestic hybridized with wild cats are permitted. Exceptions in the statute are made for "zoos" and persons raising bobcats or lynx for the "fur trade" business.

At the opposite end of the spectrum----While purebred wolves are not permitted to be possessed or owned by individuals under NE Game Law, wolf/dog hybrids are permitted. If a person has a 90 plus percent wolf and 10% or even less dog hybrid, it is not considered to be a wolf and is not regulated by NE Game Law.

see statute ----

Section 37-477 Print Friendly Copy Revised Statutes Chapter 37
Certain animals kept in captivity; permit required; exceptions; rules and regulations.

(2) Except as provided in subsection (3) of this section, no person shall keep in captivity in this state any wolf, any skunk, or any member of the families Felidae and Ursidae. This subsection shall not apply to (a) the species Felis domesticus, (b) any zoo, park, refuge, wildlife area, or nature center owned or operated by a city, village, state, or federal agency, or (c) any person who holds a captive wildlife permit issued pursuant to section 37-479 and who raises Canada Lynx ( Lynx canadensis ) or bobcats ( Lynx rufus ) solely for the purpose of producing furs for sale to individuals or businesses or for the purpose of producing breeding stock for sale to persons engaged in fur production.
(3) Any person legally holding in captivity, on March 1, 1986, any animal subject to the prohibition contained in subsection (2) of this section shall be allowed to keep the animal for the duration of its life. Such animal shall not be traded, sold, or otherwise disposed of without written permission from the commission.
(4) The commission shall adopt and promulgate rules and regulations governing the purchase, possession, propagation, sale, and barter of wild birds, wild mammals, and wildlife in captivity.

Source:
Laws 1957, c. 151, § 1, p. 490;
Laws 1971, LB 733, § 9;
Laws 1986, LB 558, § 1;
Laws 1987, LB 379, § 1;
R.S.1943, (1993), § 37-713;
Laws 1998, LB 922, § 187;
Laws 1999, LB 176, § 56.

Sandra Paice
Wildlife Division
402/471-5432
Nebraska Game & Parks Commission
2200 North 33rd St., P.O. Box 30370
Lincoln, NE 68503-0370

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NEW HAMPSHIRE: 

NH law allows the possession of hybrid cats F4 and beyond, without any permit. Anything less than F4 may only be possessed by federally and state licensed zoo facilities, and those animals may not be possessed as pets. Pasted below is the NH regulation exempting those hybrids from regulation by NH Fish and Game:

Fis 802.03 Exemptions.

(f) The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to an owner or person possessing a wolf hybrid as defined in RSA 466-A, or a domesticated show or pet cat registered with a nationally or internationally recognized breeding association or registry which certifies the pedigree and registration of such cat to be without any wild felid parentage for a minimum of three generations.

With regard to Wolf Hybrids, they do not fall under the jurisdiction of this agency. They are regulated as domestic animals, but there are certain restrictions. In addition to this e-mail, I will also forward to you an e-mail I recently received from the USFWS summarizing the wolf hybrid laws in NH and surrounding states.

Lt. Bruce Bonenfant
Administrative Lieutenant
Law Enforcement Division
NH Fish and Game Department
11 Hazen Drive
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 271-3127

5/8/08

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NEW JERSEY:  No restrictions for wolf hybrid or cat hybrids.

http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/dangrspp.htm

Potentially Dangerous Species

The following information is in accordance with N.J.A.C. 7:25-4.8.

(a) "Potentially Dangerous Species" is defined as any exotic mammals, birds, reptiles or amphibians, or nongame species which, in the opinion of the Division, is capable of inflicting serious or fatal injuries or which has the potential to become an agricultural pest, or a menace to the public health, or indigenous wildlife populations, including but not limited to the following:

The New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife does not regulate hybrid cats and dogs.    A person may be required to show proof that the animal is a hybrid.

Linda Buono
Wildlife Permits Unit

Exotic and Nongame Permits Office at
908-735-5450 or
email EXOTICPERMITS @ dep.state.nj.us.

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NEW MEXICO: 

No regulation concerning hybrids found.

http://www.nmcpr.state.nm.us/nmac/parts/title19/19.035.0007.htm

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NEVADA: 

Ownership of some hybrid cats without a permit is allowed under Nevada Administrative Code.

At present, wolves and hybrid wolves are allowed. This status for wolves and wolf hybrids is changing. The Department of Wildlife is in the process of revising Administrative Code to probihit new ownership of wolves and dog-wolf hybrids and to strictly control ownership by indviduals that already have these animals. Sales and purchases of additional new animals will not be allowed, and most likely, owners moving to Nevada from other states will not be allowed to bring their animals with them.  There will be a requirement that existing captive wolves and wolf-dog hybrids be tattooed and ear-tagged. In addition, strict facilities requirements will be implemented that include  annual inspections and wildlife fencing of properties where wolves and wolf-dog hybrids are kept. These changes are a result of growing concerns about human, livestock, and pet safety and the ongoing delisting of Rocky Mountain wolves. There have been fatalities and near-fatalities in Nevada over the past several years where hybrid wolves attacked their owners, and several escapes. Wolves are extinct in Nevada. Prior to 1930, only 6 individuals were documented, and most likely represented single dispersing individuals entering Nevada from Idaho and Oregon.

http://www.leg.state.nv.us/nac/nac-503.html#NAC503Sec0015

NAC 503.140  Species for which certain permits and licenses are not required: Specification; release; sale; exceptions. (NRS 501.105, 501.181, 503.597, 504.295)
1.  Except as otherwise provided in subsection 4 and NAC 503.500 to 503.535, inclusive, the following animals may be possessed, transported, imported and exported without a permit or license issued by the Department:
(q) All felines, except mountain lions and bobcats;
(r) Wolves;
2.  Species listed in this section must not be released into the wild, except as otherwise authorized by the Department in writing.
3.  Except as otherwise provided in subsection 4, lawfully acquired species listed in this section may be sold in Nevada.
4.  This section does not authorize the sale, possession, transportation, importation or exportation of animals in violation of any applicable federal or state law, county or city ordinance, or any regulation adopted pursuant thereto.
[Bd. of Fish & Game Comm’rs, No. 20 § 27.11, eff. 10-1-76]—(NAC A by Bd. of Wildlife Comm’rs, 11-5-81; 2-28-94; 5-22-97)

Russ Mason, PhD
Chief,  Game Division
Nevada Department  Of Wildlife
1100 Valley Road
Reno, NV 89512
(775) 688 1520 
[rmason @ ndow.org]

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NEW YORK: 

New York state 'owns' all wildlife, including hybrids of cats who are not five generations removed from it's wild ancestor and not registered with TICA, AFC or CFA, and who are not 'legally acquired and held in private ownership.'

NOTE: NYC laws prohibit ownership of hybrid cats and dogs.  See 'NYC' below.

Environmental Conservation Law § 11-0105
http://law.onecle.com/new-york/environmental-conservation/ENV011-0105_11-0105.html

Environmental Conservation Law § 11-0103
http://law.onecle.com/new-york/environmental-conservation/ENV011-0103_11-0103.html

6. a. "Wildlife" means wild game and all other animal life existing in a wild state, except fish, shellfish and crustacea.

b. ...
c. ...
d. ...
e. "Wild animal" shall not include "companion animal" as defined in section three hundred fifty of the agriculture and markets law. Wild animal includes, and is limited to, any or all of the following orders and families:

(1) ....
(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...

NYC:

http://24.97.137.100/nyc/ --> search 'felis catus'

Rules of the City of New York -
Title 24
Department of Health

§161.01 Wild animals prohibited.

(a) No person shall sell or give to another person, possess, harbor or keep wild animals identified in subsection (b) of this section or in regulations promulgated by the Commissioner pursuant to subsection (e) of this section other than in:

(1) A zoological park or aquarium operated by the Department of Parks, by the Wildlife Conservation Society, or by the Staten Island Zoological Society; or
(2) A laboratory operated pursuant to §504 of the Public Health Law; or
(3) A circus or native wildlife rehabilitator licensed by federal or state agencies; or
(4) A place which has received the approval of the Department to exhibit or use such animals, and which has protective devices which are adequate to prevent such animal from escaping or injuring the public. The Department may impose reasonable conditions and time limits on the granting of such approval.

(b) For the purposes of this Code, wild animals are deemed to be any animals which are naturally inclined to do harm and capable of inflicting harm upon human beings and are hereby prohibited pursuant to subsection (a). Such animals shall include:

(i) any animals specified by the Commissioner in regulations promulgated pursuant to this section;
(ii) any native or exotic wildlife whose possession or sale is prohibited because they are designated as protected or endangered pursuant to any federal, state or local law, regulation, or rule; and
(iii) any of the following animals:

(1) All dogs other than domesticated dogs (Canis familiaris), including, but not limited to, wolf, fox, coyote, hyaena, dingo, jackal, dhole, fennec, raccoon dog, zorro, bush dog, aardwolf, cape hunting dog and any hybrid offspring of a wild dog and domesticated dog.
(2) All cats other than domesticated cats ( Felis catus ), including, but not limited to, lion, tiger, leopard, ocelot, jaguar, puma, panther, mountain lion, cheetah, wild cat, cougar, bobcat, lynx, serval, caracal, jaguarundi, margay and any hybrid offspring of a wild cat and domesticated cat.
(3) ...

(c) In addition to domesticated dogs and cats, an animal may be kept, possessed, harbored or sold in the City of New York provided that possession of the animal is not otherwise prohibited by law, including federal, state and local laws regulating domestic animals and livestock or protecting wildlife and endangered species. Such animals include, but are not limited to, gerbil, hamster (Mesocricetus auratus), guinea pig, domesticated rabbit and fowl or small birds such as parakeet, parrot, canary and finch.

(d) An animal whose possession is prohibited pursuant to this section may be seized by any authorized employee, officer or agent of the Department or of any other agency of the City of New York, and the Commissioner shall provide for such animal's appropriate disposition.

(1) An order issued by the Commissioner pursuant to this section shall contain a notice that the owner of such animal may, within three business days of receipt of the order, request an opportunity to be heard with respect to whether the animal is a prohibited animal and its appropriate disposition. The Commissioner shall provide such an opportunity to be heard as soon as practicable, but no later than 15 days after receipt of such request.
(2) With the written consent of the Department, an owner of any animal whose possession is prohibited pursuant to this section, may remove such animal to another jurisdiction where its possession is not prohibited pursuant to any local or other law.

(e) ...

6/15/08

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OHIO: 

The Ohio Division of Wildlife only has jurisdiction on species native to Ohio.   Hybrid cats and wolves do not fall under Ohio Division of Wildlife control.

The Ohio Department of Agriculture pertaining to the import or cats and wolves into Ohio. Some local townships and city are producing their own laws pertaining to the ownership of dangerous animals.

Wildinfo-law

http://codes.ohio.gov/oac/1501%3A31-19 - Ohio Code: Wildlife
http://codes.ohio.gov/oac/901%3A1 - Ohio Code: Department of Agriculture - Animals

5/27/08

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OKLAHOMA: 

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OREGON: 

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife does not regulate hybrids.  There may be restrictions on the local level, such as city or county ordinances. 

Carol Turner
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
Wildlife Division
Telephone: 503-947-6303
Fax: 503-947-6330

carol.d.turner @ state.or.us

5/16/08

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PENNSYLVANIA:

Laws:

Pennsylvania Game Commission -
State Wildlife Management Agency
Chapter 29. Special Licenses and Permits
Subchapter D. Permits Relating to Wildlife
Sec. 2961. Definitions.
"Exotic wildlife." The phrase includes, but is not limited to, all bears, coyotes, lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, cheetahs, cougars, wolves and any crossbreed of these animals which have similar characteristics in appearance or features. The definition is applicable whether or not the birds or animals were bred or reared in captivity or imported from another state or nation.

Permits Required:
Sec. 2962. Exotic wildlife dealer permits.
ec. 2963. Exotic wildlife possession permits.
Sec. 2964. Menagerie permits.
http://www.pgc.state.pa.us/pgc/cwp/view.asp?a=478&q=151168#2961

Regulations:
http://www.pacode.com/secure/data/058/chapter147/subchapAtoc.html
http://www.pacode.com/secure/data/058/chapter147/subchapMtoc.html
http://www.pacode.com/secure/data/058/chapter147/subchapNtoc.html
http://www.pacode.com/secure/data/058/chapter147/subchapOtoc.html

5/27/08

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RHODE ISLAND:

State regulations regarding the importation and possession of native wildlife state: “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 (of DEM) pursuant to these regulations.”

In the regulations “hybrid” is defined as any animal which is the result of a domestic and wild animal cross-breeding.

“Native” is defined as any animal occurring naturally, either presently or historically in the state. Under the permitting guidelines it would be very difficult for the average person to meet necessary criteria to obtain a permit to possess such animals. A full text of the regulations can be viewed on the R.I. DEM website:  http://www.dem.ri.gov/pubs/regs/regs/fishwild/f_wimprt.pdf

Charlie Brown
Wildlife Biologist
Division of Fish and Wildlife
(401)-789-0281

 5/14/08

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SOUTH CAROLINA: 

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SOUTH DAKOTA: 

SD legislative research council