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Are hedgehogs legal in Colorado?
Hedgehogs are legal to own as pets in Colorado with no statewide permit required.
Status
Legal
What the law says in Colorado
Colorado explicitly allows African pygmy hedgehog ownership without a state permit. Hedgehogs are explicitly named on Colorado Parks and Wildlife's Unregulated Wildlife list — meaning they're affirmatively confirmed as not requiring a wildlife license. Check local municipal codes for cities like Denver and Boulder before purchase.
Where to verify
Always verify the current legal status before purchasing a hedgehog. Laws change, and local municipal codes can add restrictions on top of state law.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife: cpw.state.co.us/learn/Pages/Regulations.aspx
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We are not lawyers. This page is informational only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify with the relevant state agency before acquiring a pet.