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Exotic Pets: Glen Cove vs Oceanside

How do exotic pets rules compare between Glen Cove, NY and Oceanside, NY?

Glen Cove and Oceanside have similar restriction levels.

Glen Cove, NY

Nassau County

Heavy Restrictions

Nassau County Code Chapter 71 and NY ECL 11-0512 ban possession of wild animals including big cats, primates, venomous reptiles, bears, and wolves. Ferrets are legal in Nassau (unlike NYC). Chickens depend on local zoning.

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Oceanside, NY

Nassau County

Heavy Restrictions

Nassau County Code Chapter 71 and NY ECL 11-0512 ban possession of wild animals including big cats, primates, venomous reptiles, bears, and wolves. Ferrets are legal in Nassau (unlike NYC). Chickens depend on local zoning.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactGlen CoveOceanside
State BanNY ECL 11-0512NY ECL 11-0512
FerretsLegal in NassauLegal in Nassau
Primates/Big CatsBannedBanned
EnforcementNCPD, SPCA, DECNCPD, SPCA, DEC

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Glen Cove FAQ

Who enforces this in Nassau County?

Nassau County Police and local town/village code enforcement handle complaints. Call (516) 571-3131.

Who enforces this in Nassau County?

Nassau County Police and local town/village code enforcement handle complaints. Call (516) 571-3131.

Oceanside FAQ

Who enforces this in Nassau County?

Nassau County Police and local town/village code enforcement handle complaints. Call (516) 571-3131.

Who enforces this in Nassau County?

Nassau County Police and local town/village code enforcement handle complaints. Call (516) 571-3131.

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