Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 251 - RULES GOVERNING RABIES MANAGEMENT
Section 144-251-11 - Decapitation and preparation of suspect rabid animals
Universal Citation: 10 ME Code Rules ยง 144-251-11
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
A. When decapitation and testing is recommended by Maine CDC:
(1)
Domesticated Animal: A veterinarian shall decapitate and prepare
domesticated animals that are to be tested for rabies.
(2)
Undomesticated Animal: The
Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife personnel shall prepare the
animal and arrange for submission and transportation of the animal to HETL for
rabies testing.
B. Procedures for decapitation and preparation of the suspect rabid animal and for transportation to HETL are detailed in the Rabies Management Guidelines.
C. Professionals that may assist in the coordination of transportation include, but are not limited to, ACOs, veterinarians, game wardens, and law enforcement officers.
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