Idaho Pets Craigslist (2024)

FAQs

What pets are allowed in Idaho? ›

This means only domesticated animals such as a dog, cat, bird, hamster, gerbil, guinea pig, rabbit, fish in aquariums or a turtle will be allowed in units. Common household pets do not include reptiles (except turtles).

A. License Required: It shall be unlawful to keep, maintain, harbor or possess upon the premises of any one household more than four (4) dogs, or five (5) cats or combination of four (4) such animals, unless the owner or person in charge first procures a noncommercial kennel license as provided by this chapter.

Mammals- Many domesticated mammals, such as dogs, cats, domestic mice and rats, gerbils, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, ferrets, squirrels, and hamsters are allowed inside Boise homes. Insects- Some of us may like to have bugs as pets (even though many others only think of them as pests).

“It shall be unlawful for any person to own; keep, harbor, possess, accept, or maintain custody, control, or care of; or license more than three (3) dogs at any single residence, property, or premises.” Boise: “Combination of four (4) animals.”

We did the research to determine which were the best states to own a pet based on a wide array of factors. Based on our results, we have determined that Arizona is the very best state for pet owners, while Rhode Island was the least pet-friendly of all.

The only primate species allowed outside of zoos are Capuchin, Marmoset, Spider Monkey and Squirrel Monkey. All others are considered Deleterious Exotic Animals and not allowed as household pets.

6.04. 260: FEEDING/ATTRACTING WILDLIFE PROHIBITION: A. It is unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly feed or attract wildlife (wild or habituated) except those birds and squirrels as allowed in section 6.04.

In Idaho, a building permit is not required for buildings less than 200 square feet. Anything above 200 square feet requires you to get a permit from the city.

Please keep in mind that the State of Idaho considers animals as property. There is a 30-day waiting period for property to be claimed before it can become the finder's. Even after 30 days, there is no guarantee. The owner could file a civil claim against you for the animal.

Squirrels are considered exotic animals and many Americans do enjoy keeping them as pets. In some states, you can own a pet squirrel with no paperwork or permits required. Arkansas, Idaho, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wyoming all allow people to own pet squirrels.

Are hedgehogs legal in Idaho? ›

In Idaho and Oregon – European hedgehogs cannot be kept as pets. Four-toed hedgehogs may legally be kept as pets. In New Jersey and Wyoming – a permit is required. In Wisconsin – an import permit from the state department of agriculture is required to bring a hedgehog into the state.

Domesticated birds (galliformes and anseriformes), kept as a pet or bred for meat and/or egg production, and which have not been obtained in the wild, including chickens, quail, ducks, and geese. Fowl shall not include peafowl, guinea fowl, ostriches, or emus. Household.

Idaho Dog Bite Laws

Idaho is one of the few states where there is no law that specifically addresses dog bites and when someone is liable for a dog bite. This means that the victim must prove that the owner was negligent before a dog bite liability claim can be made.

Dogs are required to be licensed. Dogs may not harass humans or other animals. Dogs must be on a leash unless in an area otherwise indicated. Owners are required to remove fecal matter deposited by their pets.

Prohibition: It shall be unlawful for any person to offer for sale any live dog or cat in a retail business within the City, except for dogs and cats obtained from an animal care and control agency, animal care facility, animal shelter, or non-profit rescue that does not breed dogs or cats, or obtain dogs or cats from ...

Are there any dog breeds outlawed in Idaho? While there are no statewide laws around dog breeds in Idaho, certain counties and cities may have their own Breed Specific Legislation (BSL). BSL refers to any law that bans or restricts certain dogs based on breed, most commonly pit bulls, Dobermans, and rottweilers.

Squirrels are considered exotic animals and many Americans do enjoy keeping them as pets. In some states, you can own a pet squirrel with no paperwork or permits required. Arkansas, Idaho, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wyoming all allow people to own pet squirrels.

As per Title 25, Chapter 2, Idaho Code, other than USDA-licensed exhibitors and active fur farms, no person may possess or import any raccoon, skunk or fox.

The Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) was adopted as the state raptor for Idaho by the legislature in 2004. The scientific name comes from the Latin words falco, meaning hook-shaped (falcate) and may refer to the beak or claws, and peregrinus, meaning to wander.