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Phoneline - Non-Native Wild Animal Abuse / Neglect Reporting | Ohio Department Of Natural Resources

2045 Morse Rd., Bldg. D, Columbus, OH 43229

Eligibility

No restrictions.

Required documents

None.

Hours

M-F: 8:00am-5:00pm.
(855) 392-6446

Voice - voice | 855-DWA-OHIO

(614) 265-6565

Voice - voice | General Information

Application process

Phone to report wild animal neglect or abuse; after-hours callers can leave a message containing any relevant information, including the type of animal and the address where it's being kept. Written reports can be submitted online via website any time.

Fees

None.

Service area

Ohio

Description

Provides a phoneline, as well web forms, that Ohio residents can use to report the location and abuse or neglect of non-native wild animals by private owners. Non-native animals include lions, tigers, primates, constricting or exotic venomous snakes and large bears.

Data provided by

211 Cleveland

Providing organization

Ohio Department Of Natural Resources

Provides protection, preservation and management of the natural resources of Ohio including state parks, forests, wildlife areas and nature preserves. Regulates fishing and hunting in Ohio.