Mesa regulates exotic and wild animals through Title 6 and defers to Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) for wildlife permits. Keeping dangerous wild animals in residential areas is restricted.
Mesa's animal code addresses the keeping of exotic and wild animals on residential property. Arizona requires permits from the Game and Fish Department for possession of certain restricted wildlife species. Mesa's nuisance ordinances apply to all animals, including exotics, that create disturbances or safety hazards. Venomous reptiles and large predators face the strictest restrictions. Mesa Animal Control responds to exotic animal complaints and may coordinate with AZGFD for wildlife issues. Some exotic pets like non-venomous reptiles and certain birds may be kept without special permits.
Keeping restricted wildlife without state permits is a violation of Arizona law. Mesa may impound exotic animals that pose a public safety risk or constitute a nuisance.
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