Game Breeder
New York Game Breeder
Permit 2026
Requirements and fees for raising and selling captive game animals in New York. New York issues Game Breeder licenses for commercial propagation of native game animals and birds.
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
New York State DEC
Permit issuer
Covered Species
Game Species Covered in New York
White-tailed deer, elk, game birds, wild turkey
Step-by-Step
How to Apply for a Game Breeder Permit in New York
1
Review Requirements
Contact New York State DEC 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 York's standards for your target species. Game wardens or wildlife inspectors conduct the evaluation.
3
Submit Application & Fee
Submit your completed application to New York State DEC.
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
New York Permit Structure
Deer Farm registration; Game Bird propagation permit separate
Requirements
New York Game Breeder Requirements
NY DEC license, facility inspection, mandatory CWD testing for cervids, annual reports.
Source: New York State DEC (www.dec.ny.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current permit requirements and fees directly with New York State DEC.