Exotic and wild animal ownership in Glendale is governed by Arizona Game and Fish Department regulations and Glendale's Chapter 6. ARS §17-306 prohibits possession of live wildlife without authorization. Exotic cats (lions, tigers) are explicitly excluded from the domestic cat definition.
Arizona Revised Statutes §17-306 makes it illegal to import, transport, release, or possess live wildlife without authorization from the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. The Arizona Administrative Code R12-4-406 provides a comprehensive list of restricted live wildlife. Glendale's Chapter 6 specifically excludes exotic cats (including lions and tigers) from the definition of domestic cats. Reptile ownership — including rattlesnakes, Gila monsters (which are protected under ARS Title 17), and other venomous species — requires compliance with state wildlife regulations. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is the primary regulatory agency for exotic animal ownership. Desert wildlife common to the Glendale area includes rattlesnakes, Gila monsters, and javelinas, which are protected species and may not be captured or kept as pets. Certain species may be kept with a special license from AZGFD. HOAs may impose additional restrictions on pet types in their communities.
Illegal wildlife possession: Class 1 misdemeanor under ARS §17-306, fine up to $2,500 plus 6 months jail. Protected species violation: additional penalties under ARS Title 17. AZGFD enforcement.
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