Fremont prohibits exotic and wild animals under California Code of Regulations Title 14 Section 671 and FMC Chapter 6, preempting most exotics.
California Code of Regulations Title 14 Section 671 provides the statewide list of restricted species including most primates, large cats, wolves, bears, ferrets, and many reptiles. Fremont Municipal Code Chapter 6 adopts this state list and prohibits keeping any species on it without a state permit, which is rarely granted for private owners. Common legal pets include dogs, cats, rabbits, domesticated rodents, most parrots, and non-venomous reptiles native to the pet trade. Hedgehogs, sugar gliders, and ferrets remain illegal in California including Fremont. Venomous reptiles and constrictor snakes over 6 feet are prohibited. Violations result in animal confiscation and fines up to 1,000 dollars. Fremont is served by California Department of Fish and Wildlife for enforcement of wildlife-trade violations. Zoological facilities and permitted rescues are exempt.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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