Dangerous wild animal licence

You need a license to keep some animals considered to be wild, dangerous or exotic, such as:

• certain pigs including wild boars
• marsupials
• primates
• wild cats
• wild dogs including wolves

See the full list of animals you need a licence for.

Hybrid or cross-bred animals may need a license too. The situation depends on how far removed the animal is from its wild ancestor.

Contact Shared Regulatory Services for informal advice before applying. Please specify that you want advice on animal welfare and dangerous wild animal licensing.