S.L. 439.14 Art. 9Health.

(1) All reasonable precautions shall be taken to prevent the outbreak and spread of diseases. No animal which is suffering from, or could reasonably be suspected of having come into contact with any other animal suffering from, any infectious or contagious disease or which is infested with parasites shall be brought into the main accommodation.

(2) Animal enclosures shall be cleaned twice daily to maintain good hygienic standards.

(3) The wearing of a collar by an animal shall be at the discretion of the keeper. Strangulation through the wearing of a collar shall be avoided.

(4) Any animal diagnosed with a zoonotic disease shall receive treatment. When treatment is not feasible, it shall be put down in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Act.

(5) Ill or injured animals shall receive appropriate care and treatment without delay.

(6) A first aid kit for animals shall be kept and stocked at all times. Advice from a veterinarian shall be sought for the contents of this kit.

(7) Equipment provided for human use shall be stored and cleaned separately from the animals’ equipment.

(8) Food and water vessels shall be provided and cleaned and disinfected after each meal. Any food residue which has been discarded shall be disposed of.

(9) Excreta and soiled bedding shall be collected and stored in impervious containers with close-fitting lids away from direct sunlight unless another means of approved disposal is present.

(10) Excreta and soiled bedding shall be removed form the sanctuary at least on a weekly basis. Such material has to be disposed of in a manner compliant with current laws.

(11) Suitable bedding shall be provided which allows the animal to be comfortable and which is capable of being easily and adequately cleaned and disinfected. Bedding material shall be checked daily and shall be maintained in a clean, parasite-free and dry condition.

(12) Animals shall have received proper treatment against external and internal parasites on the day of entry into the isolation accommodation.

(13) Animals shall be vaccinated at least seven days before adoption. The vaccination shall cover such diseases as are stipulated by the veterinarian.

(14) A veterinarian shall certify that the vaccinations stipulated in sub-regulation (13) are given; this certification shall remain in the animal sanctuary during the complete stay of the animal. The identification number of the animal shall be recorded on this certificate. On adoption, this certification shall be provided to the adopter of the animal and include the microchip number of the animal.

(15) Records of the substances used in the sanctuary for the prevention of pests, including the dates of application shall be kept. These applications shall be carried out in a manner that shall not harm or injure animals kept within the sanctuary.