West Covina regulates exotic and wild animal keeping under Chapter 6 and defers to California Fish and Game Code and Title 14 CCR Section 671 for restricted species. Wild, dangerous, or exotic animals are generally prohibited in residential zones without permits.
West Covina Municipal Code Chapter 6 (Animals and Fowl) and the zoning code (Chapter 26, Section 26-391) govern animal keeping in the City. Wild or exotic animals are subject to California Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations under Title 14 CCR Section 671, which lists restricted species including most primates, large cats, bears, wolves, venomous reptiles, and certain rodent species. Possession of restricted wildlife requires a state permit. West Covina defers to state and county regulations for exotic animal enforcement. The Inland Valley Humane Society, which provides animal control services for the City, handles complaints about unauthorized exotic animals. LA County also maintains regulations on wild animal keeping. Standard domestic pets (dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, fish) are permitted in residential zones. The number of dogs and cats may be limited by the City's animal control provisions.
Keeping a restricted wild animal without a state permit is a misdemeanor under California law. West Covina may also issue municipal code violations and require removal of the animal. IVHS at (909) 623-9777 handles enforcement.
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