Hunting Coons and Bobcats With Hounds

February 24, 2011

Question:If we catch coons or bobcats with hounds, can we sell the furs without a trapping license since they weren’t caught with traps? (Floyd M.)

Answer: No, only furbearing and nongame mammals taken during the open season under the authority of a trapping license may be sold. In addition, bobcat pelts have to be tagged as required by CCR Tile 14, section 479. However, a person taking these animals under the authority of a trapping license is not restricted only to using traps. Under the authority of a trapping license, it is also legal to use dogs and firearms to take raccoons and bobcats.