New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 1 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS
Chapter II - Animal Industry
Subchapter A - Diseases of Domestic Animals; Garbage Feeding
Part 61 - Domestic Animal Health Permits
Section 61.1 - Records required

Each person, firm or corporation holding a domestic animal health permit issued by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets shall keep a record of all cattle (except veal calves) and horses purchased, sold or otherwise handled by such permit holder. A permit holder will be deemed to have handled the cattle and horses involved in any transaction if he is connected with or plays any part in such transaction, whether as broker, auctioneer, auction market operator, or other intermediary or agent, even though the permit holder does not take possession of the cattle or horses or receive compensation for his services.