N.J. Admin. Code § 2:8-6.7 - Exceptions

(a) Exceptions to the standards set forth in this subchapter may be made for small ruminants provided the practices meet one or more of the following conditions:

1. Small ruminants are under the direct care of a veterinarian who can provide a medically supportable written explanation for the conditions;

2. Small ruminants may be confined in a vehicle or vessel for up to 28 consecutive hours without unloading for feeding and watering in accordance with 49 U.S.C. § 80502.

i. For purposes of determining this period of confinement, time spent in loading and unloading is not included; and/or

3. Small ruminants may be confined in holding cages or pens where feed may be withheld for up to 24 hours in accordance with 9 CFR § 313.2.

i. For purposes of determining this period of confinement, time spent in a vehicle or vessel shall not be included.

4. Exception to transport requirements:

i. Sheep may be confined for an additional eight consecutive hours without being unloaded when the 28-hour period of confinement ends at night in accordance with 49 U.S.C. § 80502.

Notes

N.J. Admin. Code § 2:8-6.7