What pets are allowed in Ireland?

The importation of pets into Ireland is strictly controlled to ensure that diseases such as rabies are not introduced. The EU system of Passports for Pets allows cats, dogs and ferrets to travel between EU member states and some other countries that are part of the scheme.

How much is a capuchin monkey Ireland?

The first thing you’re looking at is cost. You’ll find loads of scams out there offering Capuchins for a grand or two but a genuine breeder with captivity-bred and proven Capuchins will be looking for €5k+.

What States Can I own a monkey?

Feel free to purchase or sell monkeys as pets in Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wisconsin. These states currently have no restrictions on monkeys as pets.

What pets are not allowed in Ireland?

Dangerous Dogs

American pit bull terrier.
English bull terrier.
Staffordshire bull terrier.
Bull mastiff.
Doberman pinscher.
German shepherd (Alsatian)
Rhodesian ridgeback.
Rottweiler.

Is it legal to own a capuchin monkey in Ireland?

Although there is no legislation in Ireland on the ownership of exotic pets, some species have CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) requirements, and it is against the law to sell or buy them.

Is it legal to have a monkey as a pet?

Can you have a monkey as a pet in the US? Pet Monkeys Allowed. Currently, Washington state, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, Alabama, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina have no restrictions on keeping monkeys as pets.

Why are there so many monkeys in Ireland?

Many baby monkeys are stolen form the wild and sold into the pet trade. Our monkeys have been rescued from the pet trade. They are too habituated to humans to ever survive back in the wild so we are delighted that we can offer them a forever home on our large natural island in Wild Ireland.

Is it OK to keep a monkey in a house?

There are reasons why a domestic home is not a healthy environment for primates. They need specially-designed accommodation which is often complex to build. Keeping primates indoors creates a common problem in monkey land. Houses are inappropriate for an animal that is happiest living in the wild.

Can you keep a capuchin monkey as a pet?

Primates should not be kept as pets. They form intricate relationships, experience emotions and are highly complex wild animals. Please show your support for primates by signing our petition. Take action for primates Did you find this useful? Capuchins Capuchin monkeys are one of the more common primates in the pet trade. Marmosets

Is it against the law to buy a monkey in the UK?

Separating mother and baby too early causes extreme suffering for both animals. Pet Monkey Law UK Legislation and Guidance It is not against the law to buy a small monkey from pet shops in Great Britain. They do not perform background checks or issue any licences. That means buying a pet monkey is as easy as buying a rabbit or a goldfish.

When do I need to bring my dog to Ireland?

Your pet dog, cat or ferret must arrive in Ireland with you, or within five days before or after you travel, if it is accompanied by a person authorised by you. If any of the following situations apply to you your pet may not enter Ireland under pet travel rules.

How many animals can you take on a trip to Ireland?

Your pet must arrive in Ireland with you, or within five days before or after you travel if it is accompanied by a person authorised by you. Five is the maximum number of animals allowed to travel with you under the pet travel rules. These rules apply no matter which country you are travelling from.