Are pet rabbits legal in Western Australia?

Are pet rabbits legal in Western Australia?

Rabbits (domestic and commercial breeds only, not brown wild-type rabbit), guinea pigs, ferrets, rats and mice. Please note; brown, wild-type rabbits are not considered domestic rabbits, and as such, are prohibited from import and keeping in WA.

What native animals can you own in Western Australia?

Where to find Western Australian Native Animals:

• Quokkas.
• Kangaroos.
• Echidnas.
• Bottlenose Dolphins.
• Koalas.
• Whale Sharks.
• The Little Penguin.
• Australian Sea Lions.

Are hamsters illegal in Western Australia?

Are hamsters allowed in Australia? Under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 it is illegal to import or possess a hamster as a pet in Australia.

How do I get a reptile Licence in WA?

You must contact the Department of Parks and Wildlife to obtain your licence prior to purchasing any reptile and bring your valid licence into the store with you in order to purchase reptiles available from the Approved Reptile Keeping List.

What exotic pets are legal in Western Australia?

Currently only dogs, cats, rabbits, horses and selected species of birds from approved countries may be imported as pets and only when strict conditions are met. No other vertebrate animals are approved for import into Australia as pets….This may include, but is not limited to:

• turtles.
• tortoises.
• snakes.
• lizards.

  Can I own a turtle in WA?

  here are two beautiful turtle species that can be kept as pets in WA if you have obtained a suitable Reptile Keeper’s Licence. Turtles are reptiles that do have scales and are cold-blooded, most turtles spend much of their time in the water, tend to have webbed feet and are omnivores. …

  How many pets can you have in WA?

  You may only keep two dogs and their puppies (under three months of age) on a property. If the property where the dogs are to be kept is located in a residential area, all owners and occupiers of any properties within 50m of the property boundary will be contacted by the City for approval or objection.

  Is it legal to own a monkey in Australia?

  Can exotic animals be kept as pets in Australia? Exotic animals such as monkeys, lions and tigers can only be held by licensed persons and usually only for exhibition or conservation purposes – they cannot be sold for commercial purposes or kept as pets by private owners.

  How many cats can I own in WA?

  Currently, under the City’s local law all residential properties can keep up to two cats. You can apply to keep more than two cats by submitting the application form below.