Game Breeder
Connecticut Game Breeder
Permit 2026
Requirements and fees for raising and selling captive game animals in Connecticut. Connecticut issues Game Breeder Permits for propagating native wildlife for sale or release.
Facility Inspection
Record Keeping
Annual Renewal
2026 Permit Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Annual Fee
$50.00
Per year, per permit
Facility Inspection
Required
Initial & periodic
Record Keeping
Required
Inventory & transactions
Agency
Connecticut DEEP
Permit issuer
Covered Species
Game Species Covered in Connecticut
Pheasant, chukar, quail, cottontail rabbit, deer
Step-by-Step
How to Apply for a Game Breeder Permit in Connecticut
1
Review Requirements
Contact Connecticut DEEP 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 Connecticut's standards for your target species. Game wardens or wildlife inspectors conduct the evaluation.
3
Submit Application & Fee
Submit your completed application to Connecticut DEEP.
Annual permit fee: $50.00. 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
Connecticut Permit Structure
Separate class for game birds and for mammals
Requirements
Connecticut Game Breeder Requirements
CT DEEP permit, facility inspection, annual reports. Release onto permitted properties only.
Source: Connecticut DEEP (www.ct.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current permit requirements and fees directly with Connecticut DEEP.