Friday, May 1, 2026

Question: What animals are illegal to own in Colorado?

Answer: Native wildlife like raccoons are illegal to own in Colorado, as the state bans keeping wild animals as pets. Only species listed as domestic or unregulated—such as livestock, dogs and cats, alpacas, reindeer, water buffalo, ostriches and emus—are allowed. Animals not on those lists are generally illegal to keep as pets.