Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 02 - Agriculture, Department of
Rule 02.04.20 - RULES GOVERNING BRUCELLOSIS
Section 02.04.20.300 - OFFICIAL IDENTIFICATION OF DOMESTIC CERVIDAE
Current through August 31, 2023
01. Identification at Time of Brucellosis Testing. Domestic cervidae shall be individually identified with an official identification device and the individual identification recorded on an official test form, or any existing official identification on the animal shall be recorded on an official test form at the time of brucellosis testing. (3-31-22)
02. Identification of Reactors. Animals classified as reactors to an approved brucellosis test shall be identified by hot branding the letter "B" (at least two by two (2 x 2) inches) on the left hip and by placing an official reactor tag in the left ear before movement of the animal from the premises where tested. (3-31-22)
03. Identification of Suspect and Exposed Animals. Suspect and exposed animals shall be identified by hot branding the letter "S" (at least two by two (2 x 2) inches) on the left hip and the official eartag number shall be recorded on movement documents before movement of the animal from the premises where found or tested. (3-31-22)
04. Exception to Identification of Reactor, Suspect, and Exposed Animals. In lieu of tagging and branding reactor, suspect, or exposed animals, the Administrator may approve movement of these animals directly to slaughter in a sealed vehicle or accompanied by a state or federal animal health official. (3-31-22)
