Rhode Island Regulations on Wild and Exotic Felines

Division of Fish and Wildlife
P.O. Box 218
West Kingston, RI 02892
401-789-0281

State Web Site: http://www.state.ri.us/

Rhode Island State Veterinarian
Dr. Hanifin
Division of Agriculture
235 Prominenade St.
Providence, RI 02908

Department of Environmental Management: http://www.state.ri.us/dem

Short Summary: Must obtain a permit from the RI Dept of Environment, Department of Agriculture to import, possess or receive any native wildlife or hybrid thereof. Permits are issued to AZA zoos, US F & W Service, or other USDA approved facilities complying with the AWA, with specific attention to part 3 - Standards, part 2 sub-part E - Identification of Animals and additionally sub-part C - Research facilities.

Exotic wildlife is regulated by the state veterinarian. To possess or import any exotic wildlife, contact the RI state veterinarian.