Get Legal in Rehabilitating animals?

Question

Hi i have a group called Eco-Earth and we plan on to rehabilitate small animals like cottontail rabbits and squirrels and mice. but i know you have to get a legal permit to do this please give me instructions on how?

Answer 1

...also, try contacting a small animal rehab for advice on getting started.

You might also need to get a degree, become or hire a vet, and take classes or training.

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Do I need a license?

Yes. U.S. wildlife rehabilitators must hold permits or licenses from the state and federal governments. Other permits from local agencies may also be necessary. If you work with a licensed rehabilitator or in a licensed facility, you may not need your own license or permit. Ask them specifically if you need a permit for what they want you to do, such as a transport permit or a permit to take orphaned wildlife home on weekends. Requirements vary from state to state: you are responsible to make sure your activities are legal. If you need to contact the permitting agencies, look for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Migratory Bird Permit Section regional office and the state agency that manages wildlife, such as a Department of Natural Resources, Environmental Conservation, Fish and Game, etc. Call and ask specifically for the wildlife permit officer.

In Canada, licensing varies from province to province. For rehabilitating migratory birds, contact the provincial office of the Canadian Wildlife Service, (Federal) Ministry of the Environment. For other wildlife species, contact the appropriate provincial ministry department.

Are there both state & national regulations?

Yes. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is responsible for migratory birds and federally threatened and endangered wildlife throughout the United States. They have printed regulations pertaining to different activities, such as rehabilitation, involving these animals. Ask them to send you the appropriate rules or visit their website.

Regulations and other requirements for becoming a wildlife rehabilitator varies from state to state. Each state agency is responsible for non-migratory birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians and state threatened and endangered wildlife. Request your state agency’s wildlife rehabilitation regulations.

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