Law of the Republic of Estonia on Veterinary Service of 10 November 1992.

Subject

Livestock

Keyword

Animal health Pests/diseases Institution Animal by-products Hygiene/sanitary procedures International trade Drugs

Geographical area

Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Northern Europe

Abstract

This Law not only provides for the establishment of a Veterinary Service and its supervisory powers, but also formulates rules on prophylaxis and veterinary control of animal diseases (chap. 3): Article 11 marginally provides for the importation of animals, animal breeding products, fodder, drugs, and biopreparations, for the transportation of animals, the issue of veterinary certificates and the notification of animal diseases. Article 12 empowers the Government to issue regulations on quarantine and other measures to prevent or limit the spreading of animal diseases. Article 13 creates the basis for the control of the import and use of animal drugs, hormone preparations and vaccines. (13 articles)

Full text

English

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Veterinary Activities Organisation Act (1999)

Legislation | Estonia | 1999 (2017)

Keyword: Animal welfare, Public health, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Inspection, Drugs, Disinfection/disinfestation, Authorization/permit, Royalties/fees, Liability/compensation, Fish disease, Animal health, Pests/diseases, Wild fauna

Source: FAO, FAOLEX