How do I get Wildlife Rehabilitation License?
To receive a Basic License to rehabilitate wildlife in Wisconsin, you must;
1. Be at least 18 yrs old
2. Pass the exam, meeting the requirements of Wildlife Rehab Rules
3. Fill out the application ~ pass your exam first
4. Have a signed Sponsorship Agreement form stating an Advanced Licensee is willing to help and mentor you with rehab
5. Have a signed Consulting Veterinary Agreement form stating a veterinarian licensed to practice in Wisconsin is willing to consult and assist with the care and treatment of wildlife being rehabilitated
6. Pass a Facility Inspection, meeting the requirements of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Rules
7. Actively maintain facility standard protocols signed by your consulting veterinarian, which will include:
*Adequate Veterinary Care
*Euthanasia
*Pharmecutical Use
*Disease Transmission
*Disposal of carcasses and animal waste
*Pest Control
If you receive a wildlife rehabilitation license, please understand that care for these animals is only on a temporary basis. Wildlife that cannot be rehabilitated and released must either be humanely euthanized or given to the local conservation warden. Licensed rehabilitators must keep records on all animals accepted and their disposition, and provide the Department with quarterly and annual reports on all rehabilitation activity.
If you wish to rehabilitate migratory birds and raptors, you must apply for a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service migratory bird rehabilitation permit (PDF, exit DNR) in addition to applying for a state license. Contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service migratory bird Permitting Officer in Fort Snelling, Minnesota for information.
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