No, owning a wolfdog hybrid in Indonesia is prohibited under the Ministry of Environment and Forestry Regulation No. P.106/MENLHK/SETJEN/KUM.1/12/2018, which classifies hybrids as non-domestic animals. Local governments enforce stricter controls, with Jakarta’s Regional Regulation No. 5/2014 banning exotic hybrids outright. Violations risk confiscation, fines, or criminal charges under Law No. 18/2009 on Animal Husbandry and Health.
Key Regulations for Owning a Wolfdog Hybrid in Indonesia
- Prohibition under national law: Hybrid canids are deemed “wildlife” under MENLHK Regulation No. P.106/2018, requiring permits for possession, which are denied for hybrids. Ownership without approval violates Article 21 of Law No. 18/2009.
- Local government restrictions: Provincial and municipal regulations, such as Jakarta’s No. 5/2014, explicitly ban hybrids. Bandung and Surabaya enforce similar bans via local ordinances, with police and animal control empowered to seize animals.
- Permit process for exceptions: Only research institutions or conservation programs may apply for permits under MENLHK’s 2023 Circular Letter, which mandates DNA verification and secure containment. Private ownership remains illegal despite lobbying efforts for 2026 amendments.