Game Breeder
New Jersey Game Breeder
Permit 2026
Requirements and fees for raising and selling captive game animals in New Jersey. New Jersey licenses game breeders for propagating and selling game birds and small mammals.
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
New Jersey Division...
Permit issuer
Covered Species
Game Species Covered in New Jersey
Pheasant, chukar, quail, game birds; deer breeding prohibited
Step-by-Step
How to Apply for a Game Breeder Permit in New Jersey
1
Review Requirements
Contact New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife 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 New Jersey's standards for your target species. Game wardens or wildlife inspectors conduct the evaluation.
3
Submit Application & Fee
Submit your completed application to New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife.
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
New Jersey Permit Structure
Game Breeder license for upland birds; white-tailed deer breeding prohibited in NJ
Requirements
New Jersey Game Breeder Requirements
NJ DFW Game Breeder license, facility inspection, annual reports.
Important Notes
New Jersey-Specific Information
New Jersey prohibits captive white-tailed deer breeding.
Source: New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife (www.njfishandwildlife.com).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current permit requirements and fees directly with New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife.