Game Breeder
Arkansas Game Breeder
Permit 2026
Requirements and fees for raising and selling captive game animals in Arkansas. Arkansas requires a Wildlife Breeding license for commercial propagation of native species.
Facility Inspection
Record Keeping
Annual Renewal
2026 Permit Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Annual Fee
$25.00
Per year, per permit
Facility Inspection
Required
Initial & periodic
Record Keeping
Required
Inventory & transactions
Agency
Arkansas Game & Fish...
Permit issuer
Covered Species
Game Species Covered in Arkansas
White-tailed deer, wild turkey, game birds, furbearers
Step-by-Step
How to Apply for a Game Breeder Permit in Arkansas
1
Review Requirements
Contact Arkansas Game & Fish Commission to get the current application packet. Review species-specific requirements, especially for deer and elk which have additional disease testing requirements.
2
Prepare Your Facility
Your facility must pass inspection before or shortly after permit issuance. Ensure fencing, housing, and water systems meet Arkansas's standards for your target species. Game wardens or wildlife inspectors conduct the evaluation.
3
Submit Application & Fee
Submit your completed application to Arkansas Game & Fish Commission.
Annual permit fee: $25.00. Include all required documentation (property ownership or lease, facility plan, intended species list).
4
Maintain Required Records
Keep detailed records of all animals in your possession: births, deaths, purchases, and sales. Annual reports are typically required. Records must be available for inspection at any time by wildlife officers.
Permit Classes
Arkansas Permit Structure
Class I (game birds) and Class II (big game/furbearers) permits available
Requirements
Arkansas Game Breeder Requirements
AGFC permit application, facility plan, annual reports, CWD testing for deer.
Source: Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (www.agfc.com).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current permit requirements and fees directly with Arkansas Game & Fish Commission.