Requirements and resources for moving animals across state lines. ISDA’s “Rules Governing the Importation of Animals” has detailed requirement information. Use this information as a general guide and contact us if you have questions.
The Dairy Bureau provides oversight on the dairy industries within Idaho which helps to ensure safe milk and milk products for consumers and protect surface and ground waters.
The goal of traceability is to be able to locate (trace) any animal quickly and efficiently in the case of a disease outbreak or concern. These resources will help with understanding and obtaining animal and premises identification.
Both Deleterious Exotic Animals and Native Wildlife have potential ownership restrictions. Please review the applicable laws and rules and complete any necessary applications before owning these special animals – if you’re allowed to.
Have you seen or smelled something that you think might be a violation of state laws and rules? These are some of the primary ways ISDA regulates animals in the state.
While most of ISDA’s regulatory oversight regarding feedlots and markets pertains to protecting animal health, there are some environmental regulations as well.
ISDA works with avian species in areas related to animal health including disease surveillance, import requirements, CAFOs and licenses relating to fresh eggs.
The Division of Animal Industries is responsible for regulatory animal disease control and prevention programs through the inspection and investigation of livestock and livestock facilities, and the regulation of intrastate, interstate, and international movement of animals.
ISDA interacts with Idaho-licensed veterinarians on a regular basis for several services including Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (and other supplies), identification tags, vaccination and test records, and accreditation seminars.
ISDA’s mission of animal disease control and prevention extends beyond the farm. Protecting the health your small animal companions is just as vital.
ISDA’s main role in domestic cervidae farm regulation is to ensure animal health through testing provisions and other oversight, including import surveillance, inventory verification and facility inspections.
While ISDA regulates a few aspects of fish, there are other agencies involved in fish-related issues including the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
Laws and Rules for the Animal Industries Division can be found here.
While every situation is unique, there are a number of reoccurring questions that come through our Division. Here you can find some of these questions with concise answers and links to more in-depth information.