Ohio Admin. Code 901:1-17-15 - Llamas and alpacas

Llamas or alpacas imported into Ohio shall:

(A) Llamas or alpacas imported into Ohio shall:

(1) (A) Be accompanied by a certificate of veterinary inspection, as defined in paragraph (D) of rule 901:1-17-02 of the Administrative Code, issued within thirty days prior to entry and be identified with official individual identification; and

(B) Be identified with official individual identification, which is defined as the following:

(1) An ear tattoo which has been registered with a breed association;

(2) An official ear tag bearing the US shield which includes either of the following:

(a) An animal identification number (AIN);

(b) A national uniform ear tag system (NUES) number.

(3) A microchip placed at the base of the animal's ear.

(2) (C) Show no symptoms or evidence of infectious or contagious diseases.

(B) Any person wishing to import llamas or alpacas into Ohio which do not meet the requirements of this rule for importation into Ohio may apply to the chief, division of animal health for a permit as provided in paragraph (P) of rule 901:1-17-01 of the Administrative Code. No application may be made after the llamas or alpacas have entered Ohio.

Notes

Ohio Admin. Code 901:1-17-15

Effective: 2/12/2018
Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 11/28/2017 and 02/12/2023
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 941.10
Rule Amplifies: 941.02, 941.041, 941.07, 941.09
Prior Effective Dates: 5/19/2011, 12/01/2011