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๐Ÿ” Animal Ordinances/Exotic Pets

Boulder City vs North Las Vegas

How do exotic pets rules compare between Boulder City, NV and North Las Vegas, NV?

Boulder City has fewer restrictions than North Las Vegas.

Boulder City, NV

Clark County

Some Restrictions

Exotic pet regulations under Boulder City Code ยง7-3-4. Non-dangerous exotic pets may be allowed; dangerous exotic animals prohibited.

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North Las Vegas, NV

Clark County

Heavy Restrictions

North Las Vegas prohibits wild and exotic animals as pets under NLVMC Title 6 and Nevada Department of Wildlife rules. Big cats, primates, and venomous reptiles are banned.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactBoulder CityNorth Las Vegas
CodeBoulder City ยง7-3-4-
Non-Dangerous ExoticsMay be permitted with conditions-
Dangerous AnimalsProhibited-
State LawNRS Chapter 202-
Code Citation-NLVMC Title 6 Animals
State Authority-Nevada Department of Wildlife under NAC 503
Banned Examples-Big cats, primates, wolf hybrids, venomous reptiles
Permitted-Dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, small reptiles
HOA Rules-Further restrictions under NRS 116

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Boulder City FAQ

Can I own an exotic pet in Boulder City?

Exotic pet regulations under Boulder City Code ยง7-3-4. Non-dangerous exotic pets may be allowed; dangerous exotic animals prohibited.

What exotic animals are prohibited in Boulder City?

Code: Boulder City ยง7-3-4. Non-Dangerous Exotics: May be permitted with conditions. Dangerous Animals: Prohibited. State Law: NRS Chapter 202.

North Las Vegas FAQ

Can I keep a ferret in North Las Vegas?

Yes. Ferrets are legal in Nevada and in North Las Vegas. Rabies vaccination per NRS 441A is recommended though the virus is rare in ferrets.

Is a wolf-dog hybrid legal?

No. Wolf-dog hybrids are prohibited as pets in North Las Vegas under Title 6, regardless of dilution percentage.

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