Missouri Regulations on Wild and Exotic Felines

Department of Conservation
P.O. Box 180
Jefferson, MO 65102
573-751-4115

State Web Site: http://www.state.mo.us/
Department Web Site: http://www.conservation.state.mo.us/

Regulates native felines - bobcat and cougar only. Has caging requirements and permit application. Bobcats are Class 1 animals, Cougars are Class II animals. Bobcats can be permitted for personal possession reasons, called Wildlife Hobby Permit for $10 fee. Commercial breeders can get a Class I Wildlife Breeder Permit for $50 per year.

Possession of cougars requires a Class II Breeder Permit for $150.00 per year - they cannot be possessed under the wildlife hobby permit. Has caging, husbandry and transportation standards. Cougars must be microchiped. The owners must also submit a blood or tissue sample for DNA analysis. All animals must be registered with the Department when acquired, born, at death, or when sold.