§ 3915. Health certificate for transport into State
(a) A dog, cat, ferret, or wolf-hybrid imported into the State for sale, resale, exchange, or donation shall be accompanied by an official health certificate or similar certificate of inspection for the dog, cat, ferret, or wolf-hybrid issued by a veterinarian licensed in the state or country of origin. The certificate shall certify that:
(1) the dog, cat, ferret, or wolf-hybrid has been inspected and is free of visible signs of infections or contagious or communicable disease; and
(2) if the dog, cat, ferret, or wolf-hybrid is more than three months of age, the dog, cat, ferret, or wolf-hybrid has a current rabies vaccination or is a specific breed for which a rabies vaccination is not age-appropriate.
(b) The Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets may adopt rules regarding the issuance and contents of any certificate required under subsection (a) of this section. (Added 2009, No. 158 (Adj. Sess.), § 15; amended 2013, No. 30, § 6.)
Structure Vermont Statutes
Title 20 - Internal Security and Public Safety
Chapter 194 - Welfare of Animals; Sale of Animals
§ 3903. Animal shelters and rescue organizations
§ 3906. Licensing of pet shops
§ 3907. Denial or revocation of registration or license
§ 3909. Sale of animals by humane society
§ 3912. Commitment of animals to Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets
§ 3913. Euthanasia certification
§ 3915. Health certificate for transport into State
§ 3921. Sale of a cat, dog, or wolf-hybrid; restitution
§ 3922. Challenge by pet dealer or pet shop