Orem's animal control provisions restrict keeping wild or exotic animals. Utah Admin Code R657-3 governs reptile and amphibian ownership. Permits may be required by species. Wild-caught animals are prohibited.
Orem's animal control code restricts keeping wild or exotic animals that pose safety or nuisance concerns. Utah Admin Code R657-3 (Wildlife Resources) requires permits or documentation for possession of certain reptiles, amphibians, and exotic species. Wild-caught animals may not be kept as pets. Federally protected species (eagles, hawks, migratory birds) are prohibited under federal law. Invasive species may not be kept. Contact Orem Animal Control or the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (UDWR) for specific species guidance.
Keeping a prohibited exotic animal: animal control citation, potential seizure of the animal.
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