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In addition to the above listed information, the applicant must also provide, along with the

application:

1 A “Health Certificate” (Certificate of Veterinary Inspection) issued by a federally accredited

veterinarian licensed in the state of origin of the exotic animal. The Health Certificate is to include

the results and test dates of any testing that was determined necessary by the director prior to

entry into the state of Rhode Island. The Health Certificate must be as defined in section 4.10

Rhode Island Rules and Regulations Governing Importation and Possession of Exotic Wild

Animals herein.

2. A signed letter from the above-named Veterinarian stating that they will provide routine

medical care for the animal as well as performing those tests and procedures required by the

Department.

3. A detailed written description of the manner in which the animal’s nutritional, housing and

exercise needs will be met as well as any needs specific to the particular species.

4. A signed letter from the applicant describing the applicant’s experience providing care for

animals in general and for this particular species of animal.

5. A signed letter from the Animal Control Officer, or individual in charge of Animal Control, in

the Municipality which the animal will be housed, stating that there are no ordinances

prohibiting ownership of that animal at that location.

6. A letter from the Chief of the RI DEM Division of Fish and Wildlife, or his/her designee,

stating that the above referenced animal is not considered to be a Native, Endangered,

Invasive, or Nuisance species.

7. Name, address and contact phone numbers for three (3) people who will serve as references.

These people must not be members of your immediate family. The Department reserves the

right to contact these people prior to issuance of an exotic animal possession permit to

ascertain the level of competence and experience possessed by the applicant regarding the care

of the aforementioned species.

NOTE: RI DEM Division of Agriculture, Animal Health section reserves the right to waive certain

requirements depending on species.

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