Horse:_________________________________________________
Health Certificate Number:__________________________________
Country of Origin/Export:___________________________________
This is to certify,
- Within the five (5) days
immediately prior to export, the horse(s) has not been on any premises
or area quarantined or identified to be infected with FMD, nor has the
horse(s) been in contact with animals that have been in a FMD quarantine
area or on an FMD affected or quarantined premises.
- The horse was groomed
to remove dirt and debris, and subsequently wiped, sprayed and/or sponged
down with vinegar or a solution of 6.5 ounces of concentrated glacial acetic
acid in 1 gallon of water or another approved disinfectant. These procedures
were performed in the exporting country prior to loading for departure.
- The horses' hooves were
cleaned and disinfected with a 4% sodium carbonate solution or another
approved disinfectant in a manner to ensure that the hooves are free of
dirt, manure, and debris. This was performed in the exporting country prior
to loading for departure.
- Prior to loading the horse
all crates and transportation vehicles were cleaned and disinfected with
an approved disinfectant. This was performed in the exporting country.
- Any equipment (tack, blankets,
sheets, leg wraps, etc.,) accompanying the horse has been laundered or
cleaned to remove dirt and debris and subsequently disinfected with an
approved disinfectant.
Signature:_________________________________________
Date:________________________
Official Veterinarian for Ministry of Agriculture
or
Signature:__________________________________________
Date:_______________________
A full time Salaried Government Veterinarian
And
Signature:__________________________________________
Date:_______________________
Endorsed by Local Veterinary Inspector Effective April 2001 |