Va. Code Ann. § 3.2-6040

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Limitation on animals to be held

Official statutory text

In no instance shall any animals other than goats of the genus Capri, sheep of the genera Ammotragus and Ovis, and hogs of the genus Sus, be held in enclosures. The Board shall delineate the specific species of goats, sheep, and hogs that shall be allowed to be held in an enclosure. The importation, possession, and shooting of these animals shall be in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations.

1995, c. 822 , § 3.1-763.5:6; 2008, c. 860 .

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