Oklahoma Regulations on Wild and Exotic Felines

Department of Wildlife Conservation
P.O. Box 53465
Oklahoma City, OK 73152
405-521-3851

State Web Site: http://www.state.ok.us/
Department Web Site: http://www.wildlifedepartment.com/

Short Summary: Requires a Commercial Breeder's permit for possession of any native bear or cat (black bear and cougar) that has an adult weight that exceeds 50 pounds, even if the animal is not to be bred.

Issues Personal Possession permits for any native wildlife to be kept for hobby purposes.

Importation into the state of bobcats, or cougar, or exotic felines requires an Import Permit.

Cage construction and inspection is required before bobcat or cougar permit is issued. Requires that permitee follow the general care guidelines of the AWA. Permit fee is $48.00 for commercial permit and $5.00 for personal possession permit.