Template Veterinarian's Statement Letter

This information is required by your permitting office before your permit can be amended to authorize acquisition and possession of a bird. Veterinarian’s statement –Must be on letterhead and signed by the veterinarian. Must fully describe the injury, illness or other medical or behavioral condition of the bird, and why it renders the bird non-releasable to the wild. The Service may require an independent evaluation prior to approving transfers of nonreleasable birds.