Exotic Pets: Cedar Park vs Round Rock
How do exotic pets rules compare between Cedar Park, TX and Round Rock, TX?
Cedar Park and Round Rock have similar restriction levels.
Cedar Park, TX
Williamson County
Cedar Park Code Article 2.01 prohibits ownership of "dangerous wild animals" within the city, including big cats, bears, primates, venomous reptiles, and large constricting snakes. State law (Tex. Health & Safety Code §822.101 et seq.) imposes additional registration and $100,000 liability insurance requirements where state-listed dangerous wild animals are otherwise permitted.
View full Cedar Park rules →Round Rock, TX
Williamson County
Round Rock follows Texas state law on dangerous wild animals. Big cats, bears, coyotes, and certain reptiles are prohibited as pets. The zoning code also restricts livestock in residential areas.
View full Round Rock rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Cedar Park | Round Rock |
|---|---|---|
| Exotic pets allowed? | No — comprehensive prohibition under §2.01.001 | - |
| Constricting snake limit | Under 6 feet only (anything ≥6 ft prohibited) | - |
| Venomous reptiles | Prohibited at any size | - |
| State insurance requirement | $100,000 minimum (Tex. HSC §822.107) | - |
| Permitted pets | Dogs, cats, birds, fish, gerbils, hamsters, nonpoisonous reptiles, potbellied pigs | - |
| Big Cats / Bears / Apes | - | Prohibited under TX H&S Ch. 822 |
| Livestock in Residential | - | Restricted by zoning |
| State Permit | - | Required for certain wildlife |
| Enforcement | - | Round Rock Animal Services + TPWD |
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Cedar Park FAQ
Can I keep a serval or savannah cat in Cedar Park?
No. Servals are expressly listed as dangerous wild animals under §2.01.001 and are prohibited. F1–F4 savannah hybrids may also fall within the "hybrid thereof" clause; contact Animal Control before acquiring.
Is a 5-foot ball python allowed?
Yes — only constricting reptiles six (6) feet or more in length are prohibited under §2.01.001. Ball pythons typically max at 4–5 ft.
What about a hedgehog or sugar glider?
These are not on Cedar Park's permitted-pets list (dogs, cats, birds, fish, gerbils, hamsters, nonpoisonous reptiles, potbellied pigs) and could be classified as "all four-legged mammals" prohibited under §2.01.001. Confirm with Animal Control at 512-260-4622.
Round Rock FAQ
Can I own an exotic pet in Round Rock?
Round Rock follows Texas state law on dangerous wild animals. Big cats, bears, coyotes, and certain reptiles are prohibited as pets. The zoning code also restricts livestock in residential areas.
What exotic animals are prohibited in Round Rock?
Big Cats / Bears / Apes: Prohibited under TX H&S Ch. 822. Livestock in Residential: Restricted by zoning. State Permit: Required for certain wildlife. Enforcement: Round Rock Animal Services + TPWD.
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