Legislation Flashcards
1
Q
Legislation associated with management of horses
A
Animals act 1971
Animal welfare act 2006 supported by DEFRA
The weeds act 1959
Ragwort control act 2003
Horse passport regulations 2009
Veterinary medicines regulations 2013
The welfare of animals transport order 2006
The VSA 1966
Veterinary surgeons exemptions order 2015
Health and safety at work act 1974
2
Q
Describe methods of equine identification
A
Microchip - compulsory for foals born since 1st July 2009 by 6 months old or by 31st December in their year of birth
3
Q
Where are microchips implanted
A
Nuchal ligament
Supraspinous ligament
