The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDOA), through the office of the
State Veterinarian, has a contract with the United States Department of
Agriculture (USDA) for the implementation of the National Animal
Identification System or NAIS.
The NAIS Program was designed to protect animal health. We cannot
predict when a disease outbreak will be threatened or occur or how
severe it might be. By registering your premises the ability to trace
back livestock and other species, should the need arise, is enhanced.
The earlier the ability to respond lessens the impact and prepares for a
“return to normal”. Participation in premises registration will help to
ensure protection to your animals and your investment by establishing an
open line of communication.
Premises registration is the foundation of NAIS. The attached form was
designed to register your premise(s). There is no fee to
register; the number of animals or birds of any species are not
recorded. Since this is a voluntary program, the information
gathered is confidential; therefore not subject to the Freedom of
Information Act (FOIA).
Please complete the Registration
Form (PDF) and return it to the Department of Agriculture at the
address indicated below at your earliest opportunity. If you have any
questions, please contact
775/688-1180 Ext. 236 or email
hpecetti@agri.state.nv.us.
Thank you for your participation. Other links:
www.usda.gov./nais/.
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