What states do not allow Savannah cats?
F1 Savannah cats are illegal in 10+ states.
- Alaska: F4 and later allowed.
- Colorado: F4 and later allowed.
- Delaware: Not allowed without permit.
- Georgia: Ownership illegal.
- Hawaii: Ownership illegal.
- Idaho: Not allowed without permit.
- Iowa: F4 and later allowed.
- Massachusetts: F4 and later allowed.
Where are savannah cats legal in the US?
Ownership laws Some states have set more restrictive laws on hybrid cat ownership, including Hawaii, Massachusetts, Texas and Georgia. Some cities may have laws that differ from the state. For example, Savannahs more than five generations from the serval are allowed by New York state, but not by the city of New York.
Why are Savannah cats illegal in some states?
The Savannah cat can be illegal in some places because it is a wild cat hybrid. There is wild blood in this cat breed. Some US states consider wild cat hybrids to be similar to the wild cat themselves and all states have laws governing the possession of exotic wild cat species. They can be seen as dangerous.
Can you own a Savannah cat in the US?
Many people ask, “is it legal to own a Savannah cat?” Savannah cats are legal in many states because, after all, they are domestic cats once the cat is bred to a domestic per the USDA APHIS laws. TICA (The International Cat Association) registers Savannahs and it is a domestic cat registry.
What are purebred Savannah cats?
What is a “Purebred Savannah Cat”? Purebred Savannah Cats have three (3) or more consecutive generations of Savannah to Savannah heritage. Purebred Savannahs have the most advanced breed status and are able to be show at TICA cat shows. They are the key to locking quality Serval traits in a breeding line.
Can anyone get a Savannah cat?
Savannahs are a newer breed and only a few breeders across the world have successfully mastered the process of breeding Savannah Cats. In order to breed a standard household cat with a exotic animal such as the African Serval, caution needs to be exercised.