California
Dept of Fish & Game
3211 S Street
Sacramento, CA
95816
916-327-0332
State Web Site:http://www.state.ca.us/
Department Web Site:http://www.dfc.ca.gov/
Exhibiting - only issue permits for educational purposes, must have a written statement of purpose that specifically
incorporates a NO PETS
EDUCATION POLICY. Must also present animals in natural setting and natural
behavior patterns. Breeding - permits will be issued for animals that the department
determines will not result in unwanted or uncared for animals or if species is
endangered and needs to be propagated. AZA Zoo - permit allows possession of
only species listed on department approved permit inventory. Research - must be
college, government, or bona fide scientific institution. Also issues Broker/Dealer and Shelter.
This page last updated: Sunday, November 01, 2009
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to verify that no new laws have been passed, before you proceed with any transactions. We cannot be held responsible
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actual laws are quite long and involved.
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Therefore you have to check with each agency before you proceed with ownership or sales.
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