Game Breeder
Oregon Game Breeder
Permit 2026
Requirements and fees for raising and selling captive game animals in Oregon. Oregon requires Captive Wildlife permits for breeding native game species commercially.
Facility Inspection
Record Keeping
Annual Renewal
2026 Permit Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Annual Fee
$100.00
Per year, per permit
Facility Inspection
Required
Initial & periodic
Record Keeping
Required
Inventory & transactions
Agency
Oregon Dept. of Fish...
Permit issuer
Covered Species
Game Species Covered in Oregon
Game birds, pheasant, chukar, deer (limited), elk
Step-by-Step
How to Apply for a Game Breeder Permit in Oregon
1
Review Requirements
Contact Oregon Dept. 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 Oregon's standards for your target species. Game wardens or wildlife inspectors conduct the evaluation.
3
Submit Application & Fee
Submit your completed application to Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife.
Annual permit fee: $100.00. 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
Oregon Permit Structure
Commercial Game Bird Farm vs. captive ungulate permit
Requirements
Oregon Game Breeder Requirements
ODFW permit, facility inspection, CWD testing for cervids, annual reports.
Source: Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife (www.dfw.state.or.us).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current permit requirements and fees directly with Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife.