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Hound Hunting Permit
Natural Resources
Fish and Wildlife Act | PDF | HTML
 
 
 
 
Overview:
Hound hunting permits authorize individuals to hunt with hounds or train hounds for hunting.
 
Eligibility:
You need a permit if you want to hunt or to train hounds to hunt:

Rabbit (varying hare)
Fox
Bobcat
Raccoon

Restrictions may apply.

If you are hunting rabbit, one of the following is required
- Fur harvester’s licence
- Resident small game licence
- Resident deer licence

You may only use a maximum of three hounds:
- To hunt fox or bobcat.
- To train hounds to hunt fox or bobcat.
 
Description:
Hounds must be approved to hunt raccoon, fox and bobcat.

Hunters are required to have a Fur Harvesters Licence.

Special regulations apply to hunting raccoon at night.

Hounds running at large can harm wildlife. As the owner, you can be prosecuted. Use a trained hound.
 
 
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    DetailsOnline transactions:
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    Details Service Contact(s):
  • Regional Support Services, Fredericton
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