Game Breeder
Louisiana Game Breeder
Permit 2026
Requirements and fees for raising and selling captive game animals in Louisiana. Louisiana requires a Captive Wildlife License for propagating native game animals. Commercial operations must comply with LDWF regulations.
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
Louisiana Dept. of W...
Permit issuer
Covered Species
Game Species Covered in Louisiana
White-tailed deer, game birds, wild turkey, alligators
Step-by-Step
How to Apply for a Game Breeder Permit in Louisiana
1
Review Requirements
Contact Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries 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 Louisiana's standards for your target species. Game wardens or wildlife inspectors conduct the evaluation.
3
Submit Application & Fee
Submit your completed application to Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries.
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
Louisiana Permit Structure
Alligator farming separately regulated; deer breeding under Captive Deer program
Requirements
Louisiana Game Breeder Requirements
LDWF permit, facility inspection, annual reports, CWD testing where required.
Important Notes
Louisiana-Specific Information
Louisiana alligator farming is a major industry regulated separately by LDWF.
Source: Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries (www.wlf.louisiana.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current permit requirements and fees directly with Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries.