N.J. Admin. Code § 7:25-4.7

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 12, June 17, 2024

Section 7:25-4.7 - General possession criteria

(a) Prior to the issuance of any permit permitted by these regulations, every applicant shall, on the forms provided by the Department, demonstrate that:

1. The animal will be fed an adequate diet; and

2. The animal is housed or caged in a manner that:

i. Allow the animal to perform the normal behavior patterns of its species; and

ii. Prevents disease, liberation or accidental injury to the animal and the public; and

3. The method of acquisition did not violate the laws and regulations of this State, any other state or the Federal Government; and

4. The animal shall receive prompt treatment for any illness or injury from a licensed veterinarian; and

5. The animal is free of infectious diseases and parasites which may be dangerous to the animal, livestock or people of the State, provided that the Division may request certification that the animal for which the permit is being sought is free from infectious diseases and parasites from a licensed New Jersey veterinarian or a person recognized as qualified to make such certification by the Director of the Division of Fish, Game and Shellfisheries.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:25-4.7

Amended by R.1995 d.48, effective 1/17/1995.
See: 26 New Jersey Register 1040(a), 27 New Jersey Register 329(a).