West Virginia Regulations on Wild and Exotic Felines

Division of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 67
Elkins, WV 26241
304-637-0245

State Web Site: http://www.wv.gov/
Department Web Site: http://www.wvdnr.gov/

Short Summary: You must get a permit from the WV DNR to have a native or exotic feline; There is a personal pet permit. Animal must be acquired from commercial dealer. Fee is $2.00. Call 305-558-2771.

There is also a roadside menagerie permit for $25.00 call 305-558-2771.

Animals must be legally obtained, and director must be satisfied that animals are properly provided for and the public is protected. They issue permits to legally take animals from the wild for scientific purposes, but not commercial purposes.