Guides · Feral hog laws by state · Checked September 30, 2026
Feral hog laws in Vermont
In Vermont, live feral swine cannot be imported or kept. Anyone who kills one must report it to a state game warden within 24 hours.
The rules at a glance
- Legal status
- On the list of live species for which no import or possession permit can be issued. source
- Season
- Not stated in Vermont statute 10 V.S.A. § 4709
- License
- Not stated in Vermont statute 10 V.S.A. § 4709
- Bag limit
- Not stated in Vermont statute 10 V.S.A. § 4709
- Trapping
- Not stated in Vermont statute 10 V.S.A. § 4709
- Moving live hogs
- Bringing any manner of feral swine into Vermont, transporting them within or through the state, or possessing them is prohibited without authorization from the Commissioner. source
- Night hunting
- Not stated in Vermont statute 10 V.S.A. § 4709
- Eradication or bounty
- Feral swine may be removed or destroyed by the Department, the Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets or its designee, or USDA APHIS Wildlife Services. source
What makes Vermont different
A domestic pig loose for more than 96 hours counts as feral swine under Vermont law.
The statute was last amended effective July 1, 2025.
Where to report hogs
Report any kill to a state game warden and present the carcass within 24 hours.
Every state also has a USDA Wildlife Services office. The federal feral swine program (Squeal on Pigs!) links to yours.
Knowing the rules is half of it
Whether you hunt, trap or call it in, it helps to know what is actually on your land.
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Sources
Checked against these official pages on September 30, 2026. Due for a re-check by September 30, 2027.
Rules next door
This guide is informational. Wildlife and animal-health rules change and can vary by county. Always confirm current rules with the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department before acting.