Englewood limits residents to 4 dogs/cats total (max 3 of either). Exotic pet ownership is governed by Colorado state law (CPW regulations). Native wildlife cannot be kept as pets. Some exotics like ball pythons and bearded dragons are legal. Venomous snakes are prohibited statewide.
Englewood's animal code (Title 7, Chapter 1) regulates pet ownership. Residents may have a combination of no more than 4 dogs and/or cats, with no more than 3 of either. Exotic pet ownership is primarily governed by Colorado state law through Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) regulations. Native Colorado wildlife cannot be kept as pets. Certain exotic species are legal without permits (unregulated wildlife list), including bearded dragons, ball pythons (non-venomous, under size limits), macaws, and sugar gliders. Private possession of venomous snakes is prohibited statewide. Foxes, raccoons, and most primates are illegal. Ferrets and savannah cats are legal in Colorado.
Exceeding pet limits: code violation. Keeping prohibited species: CPW enforcement and confiscation.
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