Pollux needs a new home (Florida - USA)

[GalomyOak]

Originally Posted by Lunas Mom

First, I did want to point out to Marcy (and thank you for the offer of respite!) that some states (Florida is one of them) considers wolf-dog crosses to be exotic animals and you need a permit. Not every state considers them domestic dogs. The FL law was recently changed and is, unfortunately, very UNCLEAR - stating that if the dog looks like a wolf it is to be treated as such and the same requirements of ownership apply (specific enclosures, etc.).

I thought Florida went by percentages - i.e, if a dog is over 75% wolf then it is treated...I think as "medium level" wildlife (not as dangerous as a gorilla, but more dangerous than a tortoise), and has requirements than correspond. All species can be possessed if they are part of exhibition, with a permit, bonds, etc. That is reasonable, I guess, from a legal standpoint (though it is difficult to prove percentages), and in line with most other states. I think most people who own a wolfdog that is 75%+ (with genuine proof) would agree it takes more specialized care than the average dog. It's really a huge question for our breed here, how they will be treated if they came into a legal situation - even with pedigrees. They are the only breed that AKC (begrudgedly) acknowledges comes from recent wolf crossings. Uncharted territory. While AKC does have some legal influence because of the money it lavishes on politicians as a special interest group, it really has no authority. States could potentially ban our breed, because of it's history...it's why I always encourage prospective owners to know all of the laws that could potentially apply to them.

[draggar]

Originally Posted by wolfin

beter shoot this dog

WTF???

Originally Posted by Tassle

I know you mentioned that you might like to breed from him. Has this guy offered you a pup if he breeds?

Not that I know of but we would not be interested in a puppy. The Luna / Pollux litter was a thought but we are no longer even considering that.

Originally Posted by GalomyOak

I thought Florida went by percentages - i.e, if a dog is over 75% wolf then it is treated...I think as "medium level" wildlife (not as dangerous as a gorilla, but more dangerous than a tortoise), and has requirements than correspond. All species can be possessed if they are part of exhibition, with a permit, bonds, etc. That is reasonable, I guess, from a legal standpoint (though it is difficult to prove percentages), and in line with most other states. I think most people who own a wolfdog that is 75%+ (with genuine proof) would agree it takes more specialized care than the average dog. It's really a huge question for our breed here, how they will be treated if they came into a legal situation - even with pedigrees. They are the only breed that AKC (begrudgedly) acknowledges comes from recent wolf crossings. Uncharted territory. While AKC does have some legal influence because of the money it lavishes on politicians as a special interest group, it really has no authority. States could potentially ban our breed, because of it's history...it's why I always encourage prospective owners to know all of the laws that could potentially apply to them.

Nope, if it looks like a wolf then it's a wolf in the eyes of Florida law. All the husky owners should be careful now.

http://myfwc.com/license/wildlife/captive-wildlife/

Bottom of section D:

Note: Hybrids resulting from the cross between wildlife and domestic animal, which are substantially similar in size, characteristics and behavior so as to be indistinguishable from the wild animal shall be regulated as wildlife at the higher and more restricted class of the wild parent.

[wolfin]

Originally Posted by draggar

WTF???

yes yes - this all who you planed make we can call this same WTF they DOING

[Tassle]

Hmm....methinks from what little you have said, you are placing Pollux to please you - not him.

[tupacs2legs]

What do u think u deserve a pat on the back for?

[draggar]

Originally Posted by wolfin

yes yes - this all who you planed make we can call this same WTF they DOING

Take the Michael Vick attitude elsewhere. It's nice to see the forum's management is willing to make such a suggestion. It is clear where the forum's management stands on things like that.

[wolfin]

Originally Posted by draggar

Take the Michael Vick attitude elsewhere. It's nice to see the forum's management is willing to make such a suggestion. It is clear where the forum's management stands on things like that.

people want open your eyes.. but per 6 themas sites we see- this not help.