1. The department shall administer this chapter by doing all of the following:
a. Adopting rules as provided in chapter 17A for the administration and enforcement of this chapter.
b. Entering into agreements with public agencies pursuant to chapter 28E as the department determines necessary for the administration and enforcement of this chapter.
2. An animal warden as defined in section 162.2 shall assist the department in seizing and maintaining custody of dangerous wild animals.