Exotic Pets: Euclid vs Lakewood
How do exotic pets rules compare between Euclid, OH and Lakewood, OH?
Euclid and Lakewood have similar restriction levels.
Euclid, OH
Cuyahoga County
Ohio's Dangerous Wild Animal Act (ORC 935) bans private ownership of big cats, bears, primates, and venomous snakes. Euclid enforces state law; exotic ownership requires state permit.
View full Euclid rules →Lakewood, OH
Cuyahoga County
Dangerous wild animals (big cats, bears, primates, venomous snakes, large constrictors) are banned in Lakewood under ORC 935. Common exotic pets (ferrets, reptiles under thresholds, parrots) are allowed under LCO 505.
View full Lakewood rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Euclid | Lakewood |
|---|---|---|
| State Law | ORC 935 (2012) | ORC 935 DWA Act |
| Banned | Big cats, bears, primates | Big cats, bears, primates |
| Venomous Snakes | Permit required | - |
| Local Code | C.O. 505 | - |
| Common Pets | Unrestricted | - |
| Snake Limit | - | 12 feet constrictors |
| Code | - | LCO 505 |
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Euclid FAQ
Can I keep a ball python in Euclid?
Yes. Non-venomous snakes are not restricted under ORC 935.
Who enforces this in Euclid?
Euclid at (216) 289-2700.
Lakewood FAQ
Can I own an exotic pet in Lakewood?
Lakewood has a very restrictive animal ordinance under §505.18. Prohibited animals include all venomous snakes, apes, baboons, bears, bovines (goats, sheep, bison), deer, horses, and most game birds. Ohio's Dangerous Wild Animal Act (ORC §935) also bans big cats, crocodilians, and large...
What exotic animals are prohibited in Lakewood?
Local Ban: Snakes, apes, bears, bovines, deer, horses. Game Birds: Prohibited except hens with permit. State Law: ORC §935 Dangerous Wild Animal Act. Ordinance: §505.18.
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