Phoenix City Code Chapter 8, Section 8-6 regulates reptiles and wild animals. Arizona state law (ARS §17-306) prohibits importing, transporting, or possessing live wildlife without authorization from the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Only species specifically authorized by the commission may be kept as pets.
Phoenix City Code Chapter 8 and Sec. 8-8 regulate animal keeping. No swine allowed except purebred miniature Vietnamese potbelly pigs and similar breeds not exceeding 125 pounds, maximum 3 per household. Livestock (cattle, horses, sheep, goats) keeping requires adequate land and is restricted in standard residential zones. All animals must be confined and not allowed at large. Arizona Game & Fish Department (ARS Title 17) governs native wildlife — Gila monsters are protected species and may not be captured or killed without permit. Rattlesnakes are common in the Phoenix desert and may be relocated but not unnecessarily killed. Maricopa County Animal Care and Control handles stray and dangerous animal situations in unincorporated areas. Exotic animal permits may be required through AZ Game & Fish for non-domestic species.
Prohibited animals: citation and removal. At-large violations: fine and potential animal seizure. Wildlife violations: state penalties under ARS Title 17.
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